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vanced Operations
Handset and Base Operation
Handsfree Speakerphone Operation
Your VT5831 handset has a built-in handsfree speakerphone. This feature allows
you to stand the Handset upright on a table or desktop and have handsfree
conversations. For more information, refer to MAKING CALLS in HANDSET
AND BASE OPERATION.
Base Speakerphone Operation
The Base of your VT5831 is equipped with a full duplex speakerphone. This
is a very useful feature for handsfree conversations or conference calls at the
base unit. For more information, refer to MAKING CALLS in HANDSET AND
BASE OPERATION.
Line in Use Indication
On the Handset :
When the telephone line is currently
being used by a VT5831 Handset or
the GIGAPHONE Base, a status
message similar to this will display on
idle Handset(s):
When the telephone line is currently
being used by a parallel set (a
telephone device other than the
VT5831 on the same line); the phone
icon will remain on steadily, and
EXTENSION IN USE will be displayed.
On the Base :
When a VT5831 Handset. Base is
currently being used, the LINE IN USE
LED on the base will illuminate steadily.
When a parallel set is currently being
used, the LINE IN USE LED on the
base will flash.
Low Battery Indication
When a low battery is detected, the Battery icon will flash and a warning
beep is played. The status message LOW BATTERY will also be displayed
when the Handset is in idle mode. To prevent an unexpected call drop,
a drained Handset battery should be replaced by a fully charged spare
battery.
