1.17 Message Features130 Feature Guide1.17.2 Absent MessageDescriptionExtension users can prepare a brief text message (Absent Message) that will be displayed to otherextension users when they are called. This message can explain the reason for their absence, and can beused by any extension user.The following Absent Messages may be programmed:Notes• * The date order varies depending on the user's country/area.• The "%" shown above indicates a parameter to be entered when assigning a message at anindividual extension.Conditions• An extension user can select only one Absent Message at a time. The selected message is displayedat the extension every time the user goes off-hook.• The caller must be using a display proprietary telephone (PT) to see the Absent Message.User Manual References1.5.2 Showing a Message on the Caller's Telephone Display (Absent Message)Message No. Message1 Will Return Soon2 Gone Home3 At Ext %%% (Extension Number)4 Back at %%:%% (Hour:Minute) AM (or PM)5 Out Until %%/%% (Month/Day)*6 In a Meeting