Specifications

Voice Interrupt on Busy Calls
A voice interrupt on busy call is a special intercom call that lets you interrupt
and speak to another user who is busy on a call and who has the Voice
Interrupt On Busy (#312) feature activated. When you use Voice Interrupt on
Busy, the interrupted user hears two beeps before hearing your voice. Be
aware that the third party to whom the interrupted user is speaking will probably
hear the two beeps and the faint sound of your voice. Therefore, the message
you deliver with the interruption should be brief and discreet. If the interrupted
user wants to answer you, he or she can press a programmed Talk-Back
button—the interrupted user’s response cannot be heard by the third party in
this case.
Speakerphone Performance Tips
The speaker on your system phone has a sensitive sound-activated switch.
Room acoustics and background noise can affect the proper operation of the
speakerphone. To ensure that your speakerphone works effectively, follow
these guidelines:
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Avoid placing your phone in areas with high background noise caused by
loud voices, radios, printers, copiers, typewriters, other noisy office
equipment, and heater and air conditioning fans.
Avoid talking before the other person is finished speaking. When you
both talk at the same time, only one person’s voice comes through.
Do not use your speaker to make announcements over a loudspeaker
paging system connected to your phone system.
When talking, always face your phone and stay within two feet of it.
Place your phone at least six inches away from the edge of your desk.
If you have difficulty hearing the other party, try increasing the speaker
volume. If you have background noise, try turning off the microphone
when the party at the other end is speaking and turning it on when you
speak. If the difficulty persists, lift your handset to continue the
conversation.
In conference rooms, a separate speakerphone (such as the AT&T S203
Speakerphone) is recommended, since the built-in speaker on a system
phone is designed for individual use.
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