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Using a Handset, Headset, and Speakerphone
Cisco IP Phone 7960G and 7940G 35
Using AutoAnswer with a Headset or the Speakerphone
You might use AutoAnswer if you receive a high volume of incoming calls or handle calls on behalf of
others. Your system administrator configures AutoAnswer to work with either your speakerphone or
headset. See the table below for details.
If you... Then...
Use AutoAnswer with a
headset
Keep headset mode active (in other words, keep illuminated) even
when you are not on a call. To keep headset mode active, press EndCall
to hang up (rather than pressing to end the call), then press NewCall
or Dial when placing new calls.
If your phone is set up to use AutoAnswer in headset mode, calls will be
answered automatically only if is lit. Otherwise, calls will ring
normally and you will need to manually answer them.
Use AutoAnswer with the
speakerphone
Keep the handset in the cradle and headset mode inactive (in other
words, keep unlit).
If your phone is set up to use AutoAnswer in speakerphone mode, calls
will be answered automatically using the speakerphone only if the above
criteria are met. Otherwise, calls will ring normally and you will need to
manually answer them.