Page 13 of 18 Cloud Voice Yealink SIP-T42G Phone User GuideBasic Call FeaturesPlacing CallsYou can place a call in three ways using your SIP-T42G IP Phone: Using the handset Using the speakerphone Using the headsetYou can also dial the number first, and then choose the way you want to speak to the other party.You can also search and dial a contact from call history, local directory or remote phone book.During a call, you can alternate between Speakerphone, Headset or Handset mode by pressing theSpeakerphone key, the Headset key, or picking up the handset. The call duration of active calls is visible onthe LCD screen..To place a call using the handset:1. Pick up the handset.2. Enter the desired number using the keypad.3. Press , or the Send soft key.To place a call using the headset:With the optional headset connected, press to activate the headset mode.1. Press the line key to obtain a dial tone.2. Enter the desired number using the keypad.3. Press , , or the Send soft key.With the optional headset connected, press to activate the headset mode.1. Enter the desired number using the keypad.2. Press , or the Send soft key.Answering CallsTo answer a call using the handset:1. Pick up the handset.To answer a call using the hands-free speakerphone mode:1. Press .2. With the handset on-hook and the headset mode deactivated, press the Answer soft key.3. With the handset on-hook and the headset mode deactivated, press the line key (the line key LEDflashes green).