Basic OperationsThis section explains the basics of using the unit.Confirming Your ExtensionNumberIn stand-by mode (i.e., when you do not have any activecalls on the Phone screen), you can view the extensionnumber and name registered to the unit.Going off- and on-hookThere are several ways to go off-hook and on-hook:• Using the handset• Using the [SP-PHONE/HEADSET] button• Using the soft buttonsGoing off-hookIn this manual, when you see the phrase "go off-hook",it means to do any of the following:• Lift the handset off of its cradle.• Press [SP-PHONE/HEADSET] while the handset ison its cradle. This enables hands-free mode.• Press [SP-PHONE/HEADSET] when using aheadset.Note• Certain soft buttons, such asAnswer , functionlike the [SP-PHONE] button.Going on-hookIn this manual, when you see the phrase "go on-hook",it means to do any of the following:• Replace the handset on its cradle.• Press [SP-PHONE/HEADSET] when using aheadset or when you are in hands-free mode.Hands-free ModeIn hands-free mode, you can talk and hear the otherparty in a conversation without using the handset. Thismode is useful for performing other tasks during aconversation, such as writing.Enabling hands-free modeYou can enable hands-free mode in one of the followingways:• In stand-by mode, press [SP-PHONE].• During a conversation while using the handset,press [SP-PHONE]. You can then return thehandset to its cradle.• When receiving an incoming call, pressAnswer .Canceling hands-free modeYou can cancel hands-free operation simply by liftingthe handset off its cradle.Adjusting the VolumeYou can adjust the ringer, handset, headset, andspeaker volume using [–] and [+] on the VOLUME key.Adjusting the ringer volumeWhen receiving a call or when the handset or headsetare not in use, press [–] or [+].Note• When the ringer volume is turned all the waydown, " " is displayed.Adjusting the handset/headset/speaker volumePress [–] or [+] during a conversation when using thehandset, headset, or when you are in hands-free mode.20 Operating Instructions Document Version 2014-11Before Operating the Telephone