Basic Operations
This section explains the basics of using the unit.
Confirming Your Extension
Number
In stand-by mode (i.e., when you do not have any active
calls), you can view the extension number and name
registered to the unit.
Going off- and on-hook
There are several ways to go off-hook and on-hook:
• Using the handset
• Using the [SP-PHONE] button
• Using the soft buttons
• For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, using a DN button
(flexible button)
Going off-hook
In this manual, when you see the phrase "go off-hook",
you can do any of the following:
• Lift the handset off of its cradle.
• Press [SP-PHONE] while the handset is on its
cradle. This enables hands-free mode.
• For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, press a DN button
(flexible button).
Note
• Certain soft buttons, such as
, function
like the [SP-PHONE] button.
• For details about DN buttons, see "Flexible
Buttons (KX-UT133/KX-UT136 only)
(Page 34)".
Going on-hook
In this manual, when you see the phrase "go on-hook",
you can do any of the following:
• Replace the handset on its cradle.
• Press [SP-PHONE], if you are in hands-free mode.
Hands-free Mode
In hands-free mode, you can talk and hear the other
party in a conversation without using the handset. This
mode is useful for performing other tasks during a
conversation, such as writing.
Enabling hands-free mode
You can enable hands-free mode in one of the following
ways:
• In stand-by mode, press [SP-PHONE].
• During a conversation while using the handset,
press [SP-PHONE]. You can then return the
handset to its cradle.
• When receiving an incoming call, press
.
• For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, in stand-by mode, press
an idle DN button (flexible button).
• For KX-UT133/KX-UT136, when receiving a call or
when a call is on hold, press the flashing green DN
button (flexible button) that corresponds to the call.
Canceling hands-free mode
You can cancel hands-free operation simply by lifting
the handset off its cradle.
Note
• For details about DN buttons, see "Flexible
Buttons (KX-UT133/KX-UT136 only)
(Page 34) ".
Off-hook monitor
During a two-party conversation with the corded
handset, you can allow other people to listen to the
conversation through the speaker while you continue
the conversation using the handset.
• Press [SP-PHONE], but do not return the handset
to its cradle.
• Press [SP-PHONE] again to cancel off-hook
monitor.
Note
• When off-hook monitor is active, replacing the
handset to its cradle enables hands-free mode.
• During a conference call, pressing
[SP-PHONE] simply enables hands-free mode.
The handset will be disabled.
Adjusting the Volume
You can adjust the ringer, handset, headset, and
speaker volume using [
] and [ ] on the Navigator key.
Adjusting the ringer volume
When receiving a call, press [ ] or [ ].
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