Answering callsUsing the handsetWhen a call is being received, the ringerindicator and indicator flash rapidly.1 Lift the handset and press M N or M Nwhen the unit rings.2 When you finish talking, press MOFFN orplace the handset on the base unit orcharger.Any key answer: You can answer the call bypressing any dial key.Auto talk: You can answer calls simply bylifting the handset (page 31).Temporary handset ringer off: You can turnthe ringer off temporarily by pressing M N.Using the Smart function keyWhen the indicator flashes rapidly, pressM N.R You can answer the call even if the handsetis placed on the base unit or charger(page 15).You can finish talking by pressing MOFFNwithout lifting up the handset.Using the base unitAvailable for:KX-TGE240 series (page 3)When a call is being received, the SP-PHONEindicator flashes rapidly.1 Press MZN when the unit rings.2 Speak into the microphone.3 When you finish talking, press MZN.Adjusting the ringer volumeHandsetPress MjN or MkN repeatedly to select thedesired volume while ringing.Base unit*1*1 KX-TGE230/KX-TGE240 series: page 3Press MjN or MkN repeatedly to select thedesired volume.R To turn the ringer off, press and hold MkNuntil the unit beeps.Useful features during acallHoldHandset1 Press MMENUN during an outside call.2 MbN: “Hold” a MSELECTN3 To release hold, press M N.R The base unit user can take the call bypressing MZN. (KX-TGE240 series:page 3)Base unit*1*1 KX-TGE240 series: page 31 Press MHOLDN during an outside call.2 To release hold, press MZN.R A handset user can take the call bypressing M N.Note for handset and base unit:R After holding for 10 minutes, the call isdisconnected.R While an outside call is on hold, theSP-PHONE indicator on the base unitflashes.MuteHandset1 Press MMUTEN during a call.2 To return to the call, press MMUTEN.Note:R MMUTEN is a soft key visible on the displayduring a call.18 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/helpMaking/Answering Calls