2.11.4 Headset OperationDescriptionThis PBX allows the use of headset-compatible PTs. A PT user can talk to another party without lifting thehandset. This feature is also known as Handset/Headset Selection.For connection and operation, refer to the Operating Instructions for the headset.Conditions• Hardware Requirement: An optional headset• If headset mode is on, pressing the SP-PHONE button activates the headset, not the built-in speaker.• To set headset mode on a DPT or IP-PT, use personal programming (Headset Operation) or press theHeadset button. To set headset mode on an APT, use the handset/headset selector provided on the setand/or on the headset.• Headset ButtonA flexible button on a DPT or IP-PT can be customised as a Headset button. It is possible to assign aHeadset button to a flexible button on an APT, but the button will not function.• Answer/Release ButtonA flexible button can be customised as an Answer button or a Release button. Such buttons are useful forheadset operation. It is possible to answer an incoming call by pressing an Answer button. While hearingthe Call Waiting tone during a conversation, pressing an Answer button enables one to answer the secondcall by placing the current call on hold. Pressing a Release button enables one to disconnect the line duringor after conversation, or to complete a Call Transfer.• It is possible to switch from headset mode to hands-free mode or vice versa during a conversation bypressing the Headset button.• Headset users cannot use the following features:– Automatic Redial (® 2.6.3 Last Number Redial)– Receiving OHCA– Receiving Whisper OHCA (® 2.10.4.4 Whisper OHCA)PC Programming Manual References9.14 PBX Configuration—[1-1] Configuration—Slot—Port Property—V-IPEXT—Option— Headset OFF/ON9.22 PBX Configuration—[1-1] Configuration—Slot—Port Property—Extension Type— Headset OFF/ON12.1.4 PBX Configuration—[4-1-4] Extension—Wired Extension—Flexible Button— Type12.3 PBX Configuration—[4-3] Extension—DSS Console— TypeFeature Guide References2.21.2 Flexible ButtonsUser Manual References1.3.5 Using the ANSWER/RELEASE Button1.4.8 Using the Headset (Headset Operation)3.1.2 Settings on the Programming ModeFeature Guide 1712.11.4 Headset Operation
