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Table Of Contents

Patent Information
Copyright Notice
Notice
Contact Information
Model Numbers and Product Compatibility
Chapter 1: Understanding Your Handset
Communication Type
- Telephone Calls
- Paging and Push-to-Talk (PTT) Broadcasts
- Instant Messaging Chats
- Application Alerts
The Session Manager
Features of Your Handset
- Front View
- Back View
- Left Side View
- Right Side View
- LED Indicator
Chapter 2: Before Using Your Handset
Charging the Battery Pack for the First Use
Powering Up and Powering Down Your Phone
Using the Headsets and Speakerphone
- Pairing and Using a Bluetooth Headset
- Hearing Aid Compatibility
Handset Registration
Normal Initialization Process
Login Requirements
Restarting and Updating Your Handset
Chapter 3: Getting Started
The Home Screen
Home Screen Icons
- Contacts / Call Lists
- Messages
- Settings
- Applications
Shortcut Menus
Status Bar Icons
How to Navigate Screens, Menus, and Sessions
How to Enter Text, Numbers, and Special Characters
- Entering and Editing Data
Locking and Unlocking the Keypad
Chapter 4: Using Telephony Applications
How to Make Calls
- Making an Emergency Call
- Multiple Call Methods
How to Use the Dialer
- Autocomplete Feature
- Numeric Dialing
- Dialing to a URL
- Dialing Contact Names and IM Names
- Opening the Dialer from the Home Screen
- Opening the Dialer from the Session Screen
  - Press a Digit Key (Predial)
  - Press the Start Key
How to Answer Calls
- Notification
  - Multi Key Answer Feature
- Incoming Call Management
Handling Active Calls
- Session List Icons
How to Transfer a Call and Set up Conference Calls
- Performing a Blind Transfer
- Performing a Consultative or Attended Transfer
- Setting Up a Conference Call
Managing Conference Calls
Forwarding Calls
Enabling and Disabling Do Not Disturb (DND)
- Enabling and Disabling DND on All Lines
- Enabling and Disabling DND for Single Lines
How to Use Speed Dial Lists
- Displaying the Speed Dial List
- Assigning Speed Dial Index Numbers
- Adding Speed Dial Entries
- Editing Speed Dial Index Numbers
Accessing Voicemail
Chapter 5: Push-to-Talk (PTT) and Paging
Push-to-Talk
- Receiving and Transmitting PTT Broadcasts
- PTT Configuration
  - Accept While Busy
  - Subscribe to Channels
- Setting PTT Alerts
Paging Contacts
- Paging Groups
- Sending and Receiving a Page
  - Sending a Page
  - Receiving Pages
- Paging Configuration
Chapter 6: How to Use the Contact Directory
Contact Directory Fields
Managing Your Contacts
Using Call Lists
Searching and Saving with the Corporate Directory
- Searching the Corporate Directory
- Saving Corporate Directory Search Results
Chapter 7: Instant Messaging
Understanding IM Contact Names
Understanding IM Status Icons
- Unread IM icon
Initiating an Instant Messaging Session
- Understanding the Chat Window
Managing Instant Message Sessions
Reading and Managing Stored Messages
Chapter 8: Using the Calendar
- Day View
- Month View
- Details View
- Meeting Attendees
- Notification Pop-up
- Session Sensitive Calendar
Chapter 9: Using the Barcode Reader (8450 only)
General Operating Instructions
Using the One-to-one Application
Using the Many-to-Many Application
Chapter 10: Applications
How to Use the Handset While in a Web Application
- Navigating the Web
- Entering Text
Custom Applications
Chapter 11: Customizing your Handset
Customizing a Profile
- Changing the Ring Settings for Telephone Calls
- Setting Unique Ring Tones for Contacts
- Change the Alerting Characteristics
- Changing the Ring Settings for OAI Applications
- Changing the Alerting Characteristics for PTT
Customizing the Handset Display and Other Preferences
- Language
- Time & Date
- Headset Memory
- Corporate Directory
- Background
- Screen Capture
- Auto Answer
- On-Hook Dialing
- Multi Key Answer
- Paging/PTT Configuration
- Adjusting the Backlight
  - Backlight timeout
  - Backlight Intensity
Chapter 12: Charging Your Handset
Charging the Battery Pack
Charger Options
- Quad Charger
- USB Charger
- Dual Charger
About Battery Packs
- Indications of Low Battery
- Battery Pack Removal and Replacement
- Notes on Battery Packs
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Appendix B: Cleaning and Drying the Handset
Appendix C: User Settings Menu
Appendix D: Icon Table
Appendix E: Safety Information
Industry Canada Notice
Chargers and Battery Packs
Wireless Telephones
- Operational Warnings
  - Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Electromagnetic Interference and Compatibility
- Facilities
- Pacemakers
- Other Medical Devices
- Use While Driving
  - For Vehicles Equipped with an Airbag
- FCC Statement
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information for SpectraLink 8400 Series Wireless Telephones
- Handset operation normal position
Appendix F: End User License Agreement for Polycom Software
- 1. GRANT OF LICENSE.
- 2. DESCRIPTION OF OTHER RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS.
- 3. SUPPORT SERVICES.
- 4. TERMINATION.
- 5. UPGRADES.
- 6. WARRANTY AND WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS.
- 7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
- 8. DISCLAIMER.
- 9. EXPORT CONTROLS.
- 10. MISCELLANEOUS.

Polycom SpectraLink 8400 Series Wireless Handset User Guide

4 April, 2011 | 1725-36720-001_RevB

Features of Your Handset

The front, back, and side views of your handset will orient you to the location of the keys, buttons, and

other physical features documented in this guide.

Front View