2/14/17techtips logo
PHONES: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make an outside call?

  • Dial 8 and then the number you wish to call

Why can’t I reach someone when I dial their 4 digit extension?

  • 4 digit extensions that begin with 1 only work within the building
  • 4 digit extensions that begin with 3, 4, or 7 will work for buildings that are converted
TIP: Try dialing it as an outside line “8, 816-xxxx”

How do I change the phone ringer volume?

  • Use Left arrow key to go to menu display
  • Press Settings button (white soft key)
  • Press Set button (white soft key)
  • Press Ringing button (white soft key)
  • Press Level button (white soft key)
  • Press + or – keys to change volume (by the mute button)
  • Press OK button to submit change

How do I change the phone ring tone?

  • Use Left arrow key to go to menu display
  • Press Settings button (white soft key)
  • Press Set button (white soft key)
  • Press Ringing button (white soft key)
  • Press Internal or External ring (white soft key) they may have different tones
  • Use arrow keys to show sound options
  • Press Sound button to select an option
  • Press OK button to submit change

How do I pick up another phone that is ringing?

  • Press *72 and the 4 digits of the other phone (the phone must be ringing)

How do I send a caller directly to a voice-mailbox?

  • Press Transfer key
  • #99
  • 4 digit extension
  • Transfer again.