Nortel M3904, M3903 User Manual

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Contents

M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone 1
M3901 ................................................................................................. 1
M3902 ................................................................................................. 2
M3903 ................................................................................................. 3
M3904 ................................................................................................. 4
Your Telephone’s Controls 5
Terms you should know 8
Your telephone call features 10
Use handsfree calling (M3902, M3903, and M3904) ............................ 10
Activate/deactivate Group listening ...................................................... 12
Use the Predial feature ......................................................................... 14
Make a call 15
Make a call while on-hook ................................................................... 16
Auto Dial ............................................................................................ 16
Ring Again (M3902) ............................................................................ 17
Ring Again (M3903 and M3904) ......................................................... 18
Redial last number called ..................................................................... 19
Use Speed Call (M3902) ...................................................................... 20
Use Speed Call (M3903 and M3904) ................................................... 21
Make a System Speed Call ................................................................... 22
Use Hot Line ........................................................................................ 22
Make an Intercom call .......................................................................... 23
Answer a call 24
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While on an active call 25
Place a call on Hold ............................................................................. 25
Transfer a call (M3902) ........................................................................25
Transfer a call (M3903 and M3904) .....................................................26
Use Timed Reminder Recall ................................................................... 27
Use Attendant Recall ............................................................................28
Use Call Park (M3902) .........................................................................28
Use Call Park (M3903 and M3904) ......................................................30
Calling Party Number (M3902) ............................................................. 33
Calling Party Number/Charge Account (M3903 and M3904) .................33
Display incoming calls ..........................................................................34
Trace a Malicious call ...........................................................................35
Incoming calls 36
Activate Automatic Answerback ............................................................36
Use Call Pickup ....................................................................................37
Use Call Waiting ................................................................................. 38
While you are away from your desk 39
Forward calls (M3902) .........................................................................39
Forward calls (M3903 and M3904) ......................................................40
Forward internal calls only .................................................................... 41
Use Remote Call Forward ..................................................................... 42
Secure your telephone 44
Talk with more than one person 45
Set up a Conference call (M3902) .........................................................45
Set up a Conference call (M3903 and M3904) ......................................46
Join a call (M3902) .............................................................................. 47
Join a call (M3903 and M3904) ...........................................................47
Selectable Conferee Display and Disconnect .......................................... 48
Use Group Call ....................................................................................49
Work without interruption 51
Activate Make Set Busy ........................................................................51
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Additional Call Features 52
Auto Dial Transfer Feature .................................................................... 52
Use the buzz signal .............................................................................. 52
Call Page to make an announcement ..................................................... 53
Centrex/Exchange Switch Hook Flash ................................................... 53
Charge or Force Charge a call (M3902) ............................................... 54
Charge or Force Charge a call (M3903 and M3904) ............................. 56
Override Feature ................................................................................. 58
Forced Camp-on .................................................................................. 59
Enhanced Override Feature .................................................................. 60
Station Camp-on ................................................................................. 61
Privacy Release .................................................................................... 62
Radio Paging ...................................................................................... 63
Voice Call ........................................................................................... 65
Use the Voice Messaging control screens ............................................... 65
Hospitality features 67
Automatic Wake-Up ............................................................................ 67
Message Registration ........................................................................... 69
Maid Identification ............................................................................... 70
Room Status ........................................................................................ 71
Meridian SL-100 CLASS Features 72
Anonymous Caller Rejection ................................................................. 72
Automatic Callback .............................................................................. 73
Automatic Recall .................................................................................. 74
Customer Originated Trace ................................................................... 75
Calling Name and Number Delivery Blocking ........................................ 76
Selective Call Forward .......................................................................... 76
Telephone display 77
M3902 display .................................................................................... 77
M3903 display .................................................................................... 77
M3904 display .................................................................................... 78
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Options List 79
Select a language ................................................................................80
Change a Feature Key label (M3902) ....................................................80
Change a Feature Key label (M3903 and M3904) ................................. 82
Adjust Screen contrast ..........................................................................84
Adjust volume ......................................................................................84
Choose Ring type .................................................................................85
Select Call Log options ..........................................................................85
Use Live dial pad .................................................................................86
Select Preferred name match .................................................................86
Set up area code ................................................................................. 86
Enable Call timer .................................................................................87
Select Date/time format ........................................................................87
Enable Key click ...................................................................................87
Use Headset port on call .......................................................................88
Activate Headset port external alerter ....................................................88
Use Call indicator light ......................................................................... 88
Set On-hook default path ......................................................................89
Display diagnostics ..............................................................................89
Activate Group Listening ....................................................................... 90
Call Log and Personal Directory display and navigation 91
M3903 Call Log display and navigation ................................................91
Access your Callers List or Redial List (M3903) .......................................91
M3904 Personal Directory and Call Log display and navigation .............. 92
Access your Personal Directory, Callers List, or Redial List (M3904) ..........93
Call Log and Personal Directory password protection
(M3903 and M3904) ...........................................................................94
Call Log 97
Access and use the Callers List (M3903) ................................................97
Access and use the Callers List (M3904) ................................................98
Redial List 100
Access and use the Redial List (M3903) ...............................................100
Access and use the Redial List (M3904) ...............................................101
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Access and use the Personal Directory 102
Access the Personal Directory ............................................................. 102
Add a Personal Directory entry ........................................................... 102
Add an incoming call ......................................................................... 104
Add an outgoing call ......................................................................... 105
Delete or edit a Personal Directory entry .............................................. 106
Delete your Personal Directory ............................................................ 107
Use the Personal Directory to make a call ............................................ 107
Use Card View .................................................................................. 108
Search for an entry ............................................................................ 109
Copy a number from the Redial List ..................................................... 109
Set-to-Set Messaging 111
Corporate Directory 114
Virtual Office 117
M3901 Feature Operation 119
M3901 Fixed Keys ............................................................................. 119
Program a feature or an Auto Dial ...................................................... 121
Use Auto Dial .................................................................................... 122
Use Speed Call .................................................................................. 122
Use Call Transfer ............................................................................... 123
Set up a Conference call ..................................................................... 124
Activate Ring Again ........................................................................... 125
Make a call ....................................................................................... 126
Receive a call .................................................................................... 126
Feature Activation Indicator ................................................................ 126
Message Waiting and Call Status Indicator .......................................... 126
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Accessories for the M3900 Series telephones 127
Accessory Connection Module (ACM) .................................................. 127
Analog Terminal Adapter (ATA) ..........................................................127
Computer Telephony Integration Adapter (CTIA) ................................... 127
Display-based Expansion Module ........................................................127
External Alerter and Recorder Interface ................................................ 127
Full Duplex Hands Free Module ...........................................................128
Headsets ...........................................................................................128
Key-based Expansion Module ............................................................. 128
Personal Directory PC Utility ................................................................ 128
Meridian 1 Flexible Feature Codes (FFCs) 129
Meridian SL-100 Feature Access Codes (FACs) 130
Index 131
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M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone

M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone
There are five models in the M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone Portfolio. This document describes the M3901, M3902, M3903, and M3904 features and how to use them. The M3902, M3903, and M3904 are described in the main portion of this document. The M3901 is described in a separate section of this document. For information on the M3905 refer to the M3905 Call Center Meridian Digital Telephone User Guide.

M3901

The M3901 has one Line (DN) Key and can be programmed with up to five features.
M3901 telephone
Feature Activation Indicator
Feature
Goodbye
Line (DN)
Hold
Message/Call Status/ Incoming Call Indicator
Feature Card
Volume Control Bar
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Note: The Meridian SL-100 configures the Line (DN) Key as a Directory Number only.
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M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone

M3902

The M3902 has one Line (DN) Key, and three Programmable Soft Keys (self-labeled).
M3902 telephone
LCD Indicator
Message Waiting Light/ Incoming Call Indicator
One Line (DN) Programmable
Soft Keys (self-labeled)
Options
LED
Handsfree Key
Navigation Keys
Message Transfer Hold Goodbye
Volume Control Bar
LED
Mute
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M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone

M3903

The M3903 has two Programmable Line (DN)/Feature Keys (self-labeled) with two features or lines configured on each key. It also has four Context Sensitive Soft Keys (self-labeled).
M3903 telephone
LCD Display
Goodbye
Hold
LED
Handsfree Key
Message Waiting Light/ Incoming Call Indicator
Programmable Line (DN)/ Feature Keys (self-labeled)
Context Sensitive Soft Keys (self-labeled)
Copy
Fixed Feature Keys
Volume Control Bar
LED
Headset
Mute
Options
Quit
Call Log
Message
Shift
Applications
Navigation Keys
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M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone

M3904

The M3904, has six Programmable Line (DN)/Feature Keys (self-labeled), with two features or lines configured on each key. It also has four Context Sensitive Soft Keys (self-labeled).
M3904 telephone
LCD Display Goodbye Hold
Message Waiting Light/ Incoming Call Indicator
Programmable Line (DN)/ Feature Keys (self-labeled)
Handsfree Key
LED
Volume Control Bar
Headset
Options
LED
Mute
Quit
Message
Navigation Keys
Directory/Log
Context Sensitive Soft Keys (self-labeled)
Fixed Feature Keys
Shift
Copy
Applications
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Your Telephone’s Controls

Use the Volume Control Bar to control the volume of the handset, headset, speaker, ringer, and handsfree. Increase the volume by pressing the right side of the bar. Lower it by pressing the left side.
Your Telephone’s Controls
Goodbye
Headset
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Hold
/
/
/
You can terminate an active call by pressing the Goodbye Key. The Goodbye Key is useful for disconnecting a handsfree call.
Press the Headset Key to answer a call on a headset (connected to the headset jack) or to switch a call from handset or handsfree to the headset.
A steady LCD indicator appearing beside a Line (DN) Key means that the feature or line is active. A flashing LCD indicator means the line is on hold or the feature is being programmed.
By pressing the Hold Key, you can put an active call on hold. Return to the caller by pressing the DN Key beside the flashing indicator.
The Handsfree Key allows you to activate the handsfree (M3902, M3903, and M3904) and Group listening features (M3903 and M3904). The speaker LED lights to indicate handsfree is active, the LED flashes to indicate Group listening is active.
Mute
/
The Mute Key allows you to listen to a conversation without being heard. This is especially useful when you only want to listen on a conference call. Push the Mute Key again to return to a two way conversation. The Mute Key applies to handsfree, handset, and headset microphones. The Mute LED flashes when the Mute option is in use.
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Your Telephone’s Controls
The Navigation Keys allow you to scroll through Menus and lists on the display.
Copy
Options
Message
Directory/Log
Call Log
/
Quit
/ /
/
/
The Copy Key copies incoming or outgoing call numbers into the Personal Directory on the M3904.
The Quit Key ends an active application. Pressing the Quit Key does not affect the status of calls currently on your telephone.
Note: If you press the Quit Key before the Done Key you exit without saving changes. Press the Done Key to exit and save changes.
The Options Key allows you to access and modify telephone options.
The Message Key provides access to your voice messaging system.
The Directory/Log Key (M3904) allows you to access your Personal Directory (100 entries), Callers List (last 100 incoming calls) and, Redial list (last 20 outgoing calls).
The Call Log Key (M3903) allows you to access the Callers List (last 10 incoming calls), and the Redial list (last 5 outgoing calls).
Applications
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Shift
Line
/
/ /
The Applications Key allows you to access additional features that may be provided by your network administrator (M3903 and M3904).
The Shift Key allows you to access the second layer of the Programmable Line/Feature Keys (M3903 and M3904).
The Line/Directory Number (DN) Key on the M3901 allows you to access dial tone.
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Your Telephone’s Controls
2496
2498
Dial
More
...
Line/Directory Number (DN) Key(s) are
assigned to your M3902, M3903, or M3904. They can be a Primary Directory
Number (PDN) or secondary DN(s) on the M3903 and M3904.
On the M3903 and M3904, the lower right hand Line/Feature Key on the first layer is your Primary Directory Number
(PDN) Key. When you pick up the handset,
the line associated with this key is ready for you to make a call.
Note: Although you have only one PDN, you can have additional Line/Directory Number (DN) Key(s) assigned to your M3903 or M3904 telephone.
The Dial Key is used to dial numbers stored in the Directory and Callers List (M3903 and M3904). The Dial Key accesses the Primary Directory Number (PDN) Key to make a call.
The More Key allows you to access additional layers of Context Sensitive Soft Keys.
Trans
Example:
CallWait
Programmable Soft Keys (M3902) or Context Sensitive Soft Keys (M3903 and
M3904) are configured for various
features and functions on the M3900 Series telephones. The Soft Keys are located below the display area. These keys have an LCD label above them that changes based on available features, functions, or the active application.
Programmable Line (DN)/Feature Keys
(M3903 or M3904) are located at the sides of the upper display area. Once configured, these Programmable Line
(DN)/Feature Keys provide one-touch
feature activation. An status icon indicates call or feature status.
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Terms you should know

Terms you should know
Attendant — The attendant is a telephone operator in your organization. Call Log— The Call Log can be configured to store either unanswered or all
incoming calls. These entries can be accessed through your directory menu. Call party information—When your telephone rings, the display shows Call Party
Name Display (CPND) information. The system must have CPND enabled. The display shows the phone number and name, if available, of the incoming call.
Card View — The Card View displays a directory entry name and telephone number.
Context Sensitive Soft Keys — The four keys located directly below the display on the M3903 and M3904 are referred to as Context Sensitive Soft Keys. The label and function of each key changes depending upon the available features or the active application.
Copy Key — The Copy Key allows the M3904 to copy information from an application, like Corporate Directory, or from the Callers List or Redial List to the Personal Directory.
Date/time display feature —The Date/time display feature shows the month and date while the telephone is in an idle state.
Directory Number (DN) — The Directory Number (DN) is a telephone number that consists of one to seven digits. The DN is commonly known as an extension number.
Feature Access Codes (FACs)— Feature Access Codes (FACs) allow you to access features for which you do not have a fixed or soft feature key. Feature Access Codes are applicable to the Meridian SL-100 system only. For your convenience, the FACs for your system can be printed on a page located at the back of this guide.
Flexible Feature Codes (FFCs) —Flexible Feature Codes (FFCs) allow you to access features for which you do not have a fixed or soft feature key. Flexible Feature Codes are applicable to the Meridian 1 system only. For your convenience, the FFCs for your system can be printed on a page located at the back of this guide.
Fixed Keys—The Fixed Keys are the hard labeled keys on your telephone. Indicator —An indicator is an LCD or LED that displays the current status of a
feature by its state; flashing, winking, steady on, or off. Information screen—The Information screen displays call activity, lists, prompts,
and status of calls. Interrupted dial tone—Interrupted dial tone is a broken or pulsed dial tone, heard
when you access some of the features on your telephone.
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Meridian 1, Meridian SL-100— The Meridian 1 or the Meridian SL-100 is your
office communications system. More... — The More Key allows access to the multiple layers of Programmable
Soft Keys. These keys are the keys located below the display on your telephone. Off-hook — Off-hook is a term used to indicate that the telephone is active and
ready to make a call. Your telephone’s status changes to off-hook when you pick up the handset or press a Line (DN) Key.
Paging tone—Paging tone is a special tone heard when using the Radio Paging feature. You hear two beeps followed by dial tone.
Personal Directory —The Personal Directory stores entries by name and phone number.
Primary Directory Number— The Primary Directory Number is the main extension number on your telephone. It is accessed through the Primary Directory Number (PDN) Key.
Private Line — Private Line can be assigned to your telephone. With this line, you can reach an outside number without dialing a code to access an outside line. Internal extensions cannot be dialed from a private line.
Redial List— The Redial List is accessed through the Call Log Key on the M3903 and through the Directory/Log Key on the M3904. It lists outgoing numbers for calls that have been made from your telephone.
Ringback/ring tone— Ringback/ring tone is the sound you hear when a call you have made is ringing at its destination.
Shared Directory Number — A shared Directory Number is a DN (extension) that is shared by two or more telephones. This is also known as a Multiple Appearance DN (MADN).
Special dial tone— The special dial tone refers to three consecutive short tones followed by steady dial tone that you hear when accessing some of your telephone features.
Switch hook — The switch hook is the button which the handset presses down, disconnecting your call, when you replace the handset. When lifted, the handset releases the switch hook and you either answer an incoming call or you receive dial tone indicating that your telephone is ready to make a call.
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Your telephone call features

Your telephone call features
Your network administrator assigns features to your programmable feature keys. Whenever this guide describes a procedure that requires special codes ask your network administrator to provide these to you.
To access a feature, you press a Feature Key, or enter a Flexible Feature Code (FFC) for the Meridian 1 or a Feature Access Code (FAC) for the Meridian SL-100. Your network administrator supplies you with the Flexible Feature Codes or Feature Access Codes for your system.
Note: In order to use a feature described in this section, your system software must support the feature and the feature must be assigned to your telephone. Check with your network administrator for more details.

Use handsfree calling (M3902, M3903, and M3904)

If your telephone is an M3902, M3903, or M3904 you can use the built-in microphone and speaker instead of the handset to make or receive a handsfree call. While on an active call, you can switch between Handset and Handsfree mode.
To answer a call with handsfree:
To discontinue a handsfree call:
Goodbye
To mute a handsfree call:
To switch from handsfree to handset:
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Mute
Mute
/
/ /
Press the Handsfree Key. You are now on a handsfree call.
Press the Goodbye Key to end the call.
1. Press the Mute Key. The LED indicator
flashes.
2. Press the Mute Key again to return to a
two way handsfree conversation.
1. Lift the handset to switch from
handsfree to handset.
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Your telephone call features
To switch from handset to handsfree:
1. Press the Handsfree Key.
2. Replace the handset.
To use a headset: Connect a headset to the headset jack
or the handset jack depending on the headset type and the telephone you are using.
Press the Headset Key (M3903 and
Headset
/
M3904). For the M3902 read the instructions that came with your recommended headset.
Note 1: Refer to “Set On-hook default path” on page 89 for information on how to configure your telephone for use with a headset.
Note 2: Refer to “Headsets” on page 128 for information on recommended headset types for your telephone. This section also provides information on setting and adjusting the volume for both amplified and unamplified headsets.
To switch from handsfree to headset: Connect headset or put headset on.
Press the Headset Key (M3903 and
Headset
/
M3904). For the M3902 read the instructions for the headset you are using.
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Your telephone call features

Activate/deactivate Group listening

The Group listening feature allows others to listen to a call through the speaker while you are speaking through the handset. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To activate the Group listening option:
1. Press the Options Key.
Options
Group listening
/
2. Use the Navigation Keys to scroll through the Options List and highlight
Group listening.
Select
On
Done
Quit
To use Group listening while you are on a call:
3. Press the Select Key.
4. Press the On Key.
5. Press the Done Key to save changes.
6. Press the Quit Key to exit.
Press the Handsfree Key. Everyone will hear the caller over the speaker, but the caller will only hear what is picked up by the handset.
Note: You must let the caller know when others are listening to the conversation. This feature does not provide a tone to inform the party on the other end of the call that the conversation is being monitored.
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To deactivate the Group listening option:
Options
Group listening
/
Your telephone call features
1. Press the Options Key.
2. Use the Navigation Keys to scroll
through the Options List and highlight
Group listening.
Select
Off
Done
Quit
To mute a group listening call:
Mute
/
Mute
/
To switch from Group listening to handsfree:
3. Press the Select Key.
4. Press the Off Key to turn Group
listening off.
5. Press the Done Key to save changes.
6. Press the Quit Key to exit.
1. Press the Mute Key. The LED flashes.
2. Press the Mute Key again to return to
two way conversation.
Press the Handsfree Key.
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Your telephone call features

Use the Predial feature

The Predial feature allows you to enter and preview a number containing up to 31 digits and make corrections before you dial the number.
To use Predial:
1. Replace the handset, if it is off the cradle.
2. Dial the number.
Note 1: Press the Pause Key to insert a
1.5 second pause in the dialing string.
Note 2: If you are calling an external or long distance number, be sure that the appropriate access codes are included.
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3. Press a Line (DN) Key to receive dial tone.
The displayed predialed number is automatically dialed.
4. Lift the handset when the called party answers or, if on handsfree, begin to talk.
Note: You cannot use the Predial feature if the Live dial pad feature is active.
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Make a call

Make a call
This section describes features that you can use when you make a call. There are several ways to make a call from your M3900 Series Meridian Digital Telephone. To make a call from your telephone, use the features described in this chapter.
To mak e a ca ll:
1. Lift the handset.
or or
2637
Headset
or
or
/
Press the Line (DN) Key.
or
Press the Handsfree Key.
Note: The Handsfree Key must be enabled by your network administrator
or
Press the Headset Key if you have a headset connected to your telephone’s headset jack (available on the M3903 and M3904).
Note: See “Set On-hook default path” on page 89, and “Headsets” on page 128 for information on connecting a headset to your M3903 or M3904.
2. Dial the number. Note: Whenever you read “Lift the
handset,” in this guide, you may alternatively press a free Line (DN) Key,
Handsfree Key, or the Headset Key. You
receive dial tone with each of these actions.
To change from handset to headset:
Headset
/
The Headset Key is used to switch to the headset mode of operation.
The LED lights steadily to indicate that you are in headset mode.
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Make a call while on-hook

To make a call while on-hook, leave the handset in the cradle while you dial a number.
To dial on-hook:
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1. Press a Line (DN) Key.
2. Dial the number when you receive dial tone.
3. Lift the handset when the called party answers.

Auto Dial

Auto Dial lets you dedicate a feature key to a specific telephone number. When
the Auto Dial Key is pressed, the number is dialed automatically. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To use Auto Dia l:
AutoDial
To display the Auto Dial number (M3903 and M3904):
Display
1.Lift the handset.
2. Press the associated Auto Dial Key. The number is dialed automatically.
1. Press the Display Key.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press the
Inspect Key to display the number.
AutoDial
To store an Auto Dial number:
AutoDial
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2. Press the configured Auto Dial Key. The number appears on the display.
1. Press the Auto Dial Key, without lifting the handset.
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2. Dial the number to be stored on the
Auto Dial Key.
Note 1: The number may contain up to 31 digits.
Note 2: If you are storing an external or long distance number, be sure that the appropriate access codes are included.
AutoDial
3. Press the Auto Dial Key again. The
number is stored on the key.
Note: To change the key label “AutoDial”, select Change feature key label from the Options List menu. Please see “Change a Feature Key label (M3902)” on page 80 for detailed instructions.

Ring Again (M3902)

Use the Ring Again feature when you dial a number and receive a busy tone or no answer. The Ring Again feature lets you know when the person you dialed is available or has used their telephone. The feature notifies you when to redial your party. The Ring Again feature automatically redials the number.
To use Ring Aga in:
1. Dial a number and receive a busy tone
or no answer.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, Ring Again is available on busy tone only.
RingAgn
To call a Ring Again party when you receive notification:
2. Press the Ring Again Key.
When the number you want to reach is available, or the person has re-used their set, you hear the Ring Again tone.
RingAgn
1. Lift the handset, you receive dial tone.
2. Press the Ring Again Key.
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To cancel Ring Again before notification:
RingAgn
Press the Ring Again Key a second time before hearing the notification tone.

Ring Again (M3903 and M3904)

Use the Ring Again feature when you dial a number and receive a busy tone or no answer. The Ring Again feature lets you know when the person you dialed is available or has used their telephone. The feature notifies you when to redial your party. The Ring Again feature automatically redials the number.
To use Ring Aga in:
1. Dial a number and receive a busy tone or no answer.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, Ring Again is available on busy tone only.
RingAgn
To call a Ring Again party when you receive notification:
2. Press the Ring Again Key. The screen displays Ring again is
active.
When the number you want to reach is available, or the person has re-used their set, you hear the Ring Again tone.
RngCall
To cancel Ring Again before notification:
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1. Lift the handset or press a line (DN) key.
2. Press the Ring Call Key.
Press the Cancel Ring Again Key. The screen displays Ring Again is
cancelled.
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Make a call

Redial last number called

Last Number Redial allows you to automatically redial the last number you
dialed. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To use Last Number Redial when using the handset:
2637
To use Last Number Redial when using handsfree:
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1. Lift the handset.
2. Press a Line (DN) Key.
Press the Line (DN) Key twice.
The last number you dialed is automatically redialed.
Note: On Meridian SL-100, press the £ Key twice.
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Use Speed Call (M3902)

The Speed Call feature allows you to automatically dial frequently called numbers by entering a one, two, or three digit access code. Contact your network administrator to determine the capacity of your Speed Call list. This will establish the number of digits you will enter for each access code.
A telephone designated as a Speed Call Controller can program or edit the Speed Call list. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To store or change a Speed Call number:
SpcCtlr
SpcCtlr
To make a Speed Call:
SpcCtlr SpcUser
or
1. Press the Speed Call Controller Key. The triangular icon flashes, indicating
programming mode.
2. The phone prompts you to dial a one, two, or three digit code and the telephone number.
Note: Dial the access code (if required) followed by the internal, external, or long-distance telephone number.
3. Press the Speed Call Controller Key again.
The code and number are saved. The flashing icon turns off.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the Speed Call Controller key or the Speed Call User Key.
3. Dial the Speed Call code assigned to the telephone number.
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The number is automatically dialed.
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Make a call

Use Speed Call (M3903 and M3904)

The Speed Call feature allows you to automatically dial frequently called numbers by entering a one, two, or three digit access code. Contact your network administrator to determine the capacity of your Speed Call list. This will establish the number of digits you will enter for each access code.
A telephone designated as a Speed Call Controller can program or edit the Speed Call list. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To store or change a Speed Call number:
SpcCtrl
Done
1. Press the Speed Call Controller Key.
The screen displays Enter Code, then number.
2. Dial a one, two, or three digit code.
Use the Delete Key if you make a mistake. Use the Cancel Key to leave the screen without storing a speed call number.
Note: A dash is automatically inserted after the required number of digits have been entered.
3. Dial the associated telephone number.
Use the Delete Key if you make a mistake. Use the Cancel Key to leave the screen without storing a speed call number.
Note 1: Dial the access code (if required) followed by the internal, external, or long-distance telephone number.
4. Press the Done Key to save the code
and number.
To make a Speed Call:
SpcCtrl SpcUsr
or
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the Speed Call Controller Key or
the Speed Call User Key. The screen displays Enter code.
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3. Dial the Speed Call code assigned to the telephone number.
The number is automatically dialed.

Make a System Speed Call

System Speed Call allows you to make a call by dialing Speed Call codes which
may override your telephone’s class of service restrictions. The System Speed Call feature is set up on the system by your network administrator. It is a speed dial number that is common to many users, therefore it is set up on the system not on your individual telephone.
To make a System Speed Call:
1. Lift the handset.
SScCtlr SScUser
or
2. Press the System Speed Call
Controller key or the System Speed Call User Key.
3. Dial the Speed Call code assigned to the telephone number.
The number is automatically dialed.

Use Hot Line

The network administrator can program a Hot Line Key that allows you to dial a specific number automatically. The network administrator can apply other features to the Hot Line such as Call Redirection, so that the Hot Line call is answered by a person and not by a voice mail box.
To use Hot Line :
Hotline
Press the Hot Line Key. The Hot Line Key automatically dials
the number.
Note 1: On the Meridian SL-100 system, the Automatic Line (AUL) feature is the same as the Hot Line feature.
Note 2: If your main DN is a Hot Line, lift the handset. The Hot Line dials the number automatically.
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Make an Intercom call

The Intercom feature connects a group of people together through an Intercom Key. You can use the Intercom feature to call a member of your intercom group by pressing a code assigned to each member of the group. The intercom group must be set up by your network administrator.
To make an Intercom call:
1. Lift the handset.
Intercom
To answer an Intercom call while on a line other than your Intercom group line:
Hold
Goodbye
Intercom
/
or
/
2. Press the Intercom Key.
3. Dial the one or two digit code for the
intercom group member you wish to call.
1. Press the Hold Key to put the current
call on hold.
or Press the Goodbye Key to end the call.
2. Press the Intercom Key and begin to
speak.
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Answer a call

Answer a call
When you receive an incoming call, your telephone rings and the LCD indicator flashes.
To answer a call:
2637
Headset
or
or
or
/
Lift the handset.
or
Press the Handsfree Key (M3902, M3903, and M3904).
or
Press the Line (DN) Key beside the LCD indicator as it flashes.
or
Press the Headset Key if you have a headset connected to your telephone (available on the M3903 and
M3904).
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While on an active call

While on an active call
This section describes features that you can use while on an active call.

Place a call on Hold

Use the Hold feature when you are talking with one party and a second call comes in on a second line. You can answer the second call and retain the original call by putting it on Hold.
To place a call on Hold:
Press the Hold Key.
Hold
/
The LCD indicator flashes beside the line on hold.
Note 1: If the Automatic Hold feature is configured for your Meridian 1, the active call is automatically put on hold when you answer the second call.
Note 2: On the Meridian SL-100 Automatic Hold is the default feature.
Note 3: The caller hears music while on hold, if the Music on Hold feature is configured for your system.
To retrieve a call on hold:
2637
Press the Line (DN) Key beside the flashing LCD indicator.

Transfer a call (M3902)

Use the Transfer feature to redirect a call to a third party.
To use the Transfer feature:
1. Press the Transfer Key.
The other party is on hold and you receive dial tone. The LED indicator light flashes steadily.
2. Dial the number of the telephone
where the call is to be transferred.
Transfer
/
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Transfer
To go back to the original call if the transfer is incomplete:
/
3. When you hear the ring or a person answers, press the Transfer Key to complete the call transfer.
The LED indicator goes from steady on to off.
If the person you called is not available, press the Line (DN) Key to reconnect to the original call.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press the
Transfer Key, dial the number and press
the Goodbye Key. If you press the Transfer Key the second time, you get a three way conference.

Transfer a call (M3903 and M3904)

Use the Transfer feature to redirect a call to a third party.
To use the Transfer feature:
Trans
1. Press the Transfer Key. The other party is on hold and you
receive a dial tone. The screen displays Call on hold, dial number.
Swap Connect
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or
2. Dial the number of the telephone where the call is to be transferred.
3. Press the Swap Key to switch between talking with the original caller and the new caller. Press the Connect Key to complete the transfer.
The two callers are connected and your telephone is ready to make or receive new calls.
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To go back to the original call if the transfer is incomplete:
While on an active call
Goodbye
2637
/
1. Press the Goodbye Key.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key with the
flashing icon to return to your original
.
call

Use Timed Reminder Recall

Timed Reminder Recall gives you a reminder tone when a call you transferred is
not answered.
To use Timed Reminder Recall:
Trans
Trans
or
1. Press the Transfer Key. The call is put
on hold.
2. Dial the number where you want to
transfer the call.
3. Press the Transfer Key again.
or Replace the handset before the person answers. This starts the recall timer.
Note 1: On the Meridian SL-100, do not press the Transfer Key again; replace the handset before the person answers. Meridian SL-100 uses the Blind Transfer Recall feature.
Note 2: If the transfer is complete, the recall timer stops.
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If the transferred call is not answered, your telephone rings:
1. Lift the handset.
Trans
2. Press the Transfer Key and repeat the transfer (to a different DN).
Note: If you transfer a call to a person and they pick up the line while you are still on the line, press the Goodbye Key to complete the transfer. Check with your network administrator to determine the time interval of your recall timer.

Use Attendant Recall

The Attendant Recall feature allows you to contact an attendant while on a call and connect the call to the attendant.
To contact the attendant while on a call:
AttRecall
Goodbye
/
1. Press the Attendant Recall Key while on a call.
Stay on the line until the attendant answers.
2. Press the Goodbye Key. The caller remains connected to the
attendant.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, the Attendant Recall Key is not available; use the Transfer Key to connect a call to the attendant.

Use Call Park (M3902)

The Call Park feature allows a call to be held temporarily and to be retrieved from any telephone. You can park an incoming call and page the called party. Call Park can also be used on outgoing calls. When you use Call Park, you do not tie up a line. Your network administrator can set up a System Park Extension where most calls are automatically parked.
If configured network-wide, Call Park can be used across networks.
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To Park a call on the System Park DN or your own DN:
While on an active call
Park
To park a call on a DN other than the System Park DN or your own DN:
Park
Park
Press the Park Key. If there is a System Park DN, the call
automatically parks on the System Park DN. Otherwise, it parks on your DN.
Note: For System Park on the Meridian SL-100, press the Directed Call
Park Key followed by ££
confirmation tone.
1. Press the Park Key.
2. Dial the DN where you want to park
the call.
3. Press the Park Key. Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press the
Directed Call Park Key. Dial the DN where
you want to park the call. Press the
Directed Call Park Key again.
££. You receive a
££££
To park a call on the Meridian SL-100 using FACs
Transfer
/
1. Press the Transfer Key.
2. Dial the Directed Call Park FAC
followed by ££ Call Park FAC followed by ££
3. If you do not want to use the System
Park DN or your own DN, Dial the DN where you want to park the call.
££, or Dial the System
££££
££.
££££
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To retrieve a parked call:
1. Lift the handset.
Park
or
2. Press the Park Key. On the Meridian SL-100, you can retrieve the call by dialing the Directed Call Park Retrieval FAC or System Call Park Retrieval FAC.
3. Dial the DN where you parked the call.
Note: If a parked call is not retrieved within a specified period of time, it rings back to your telephone or to the attendant. Check with your network administrator to determine your specified period of time.

Use Call Park (M3903 and M3904)

The Call Park feature allows a call to be held temporarily and to be retrieved from any telephone. You can park an incoming call and page the called party. Call Park can also be used on outgoing calls. When you use Call Park, you do not tie up a line. Your network administrator can set up a System Park Extension where most calls are automatically parked.
If configured network-wide, Call Park can be used across networks.
To park a call on a System Park DN:
Park
1. Press the Park Key. The screen displays a System Park DN
and asks for confirmation.
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OK
2. Press the OK Key. The call parks on the System Park DN.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press the
Directed Call Park Key followed by ££
The call parks on the System Park DN.
££.
££££
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To park a call on a DN other than the System Park DN on the Meridian 1:
While on an active call
Park
OK
To park a call on a DN other than the System Park DN on the Meridian SL-100:
DirectPark
1. Press the Park Key.
The screen displays Press OK to park call on 2190 (Where 2190 represents the default System Park DN).
2. Dial the DN where you want to park
the call. When you begin dialing, the screen
displays Enter digits, then park. When you have completed dialing the call park DN, the screen displays Press OK to park call.
3. Press the OK Key.
The call parks on the selected DN.
1. Press the Directed Call Park Key.
2. Dial the DN where you want to park
the call.
To park a call on your own DN on the Meridian SL-100:
Park
££
££
££££
The call parks on the selected DN.
1. Press the Park Key.
2. Press the ££££ Key twice.
The call parks on your DN.
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To retrieve a parked call on the Meridian 1:
To retrieve a parked call on the Meridian SL-100:
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the DN where you parked the call.
Note: If a parked call is not retrieved within a specified period of time, it rings back to your telephone or to the attendant. Check with your network administrator to determine your specified period of time.
1. Lift the handset.
DirectPark
Park
or
2. Press the Park Key, the Directed Call
Park Key, or enter the Call Park
Retrieval FAC.
3. Dial the DN where you parked the call.
Note 1: If a parked call is not retrieved within a specified period of time, it rings back to your telephone or to the attendant. Check with your network administrator to determine your specified period of time.
Note 2: Check with your network administrator to determine your System Park DN.
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Calling Party Number (M3902)

The Calling Party Number feature allows you to record a caller’s number, for accounting purposes, while on an established call. Note: This feature is not available on the Meridian SL-100.
To record a caller’s number:
CParty
1. Press the Calling Party Key. Enter
number
2. Dial the calling party’s telephone
number.
appears on the display.
CParty
3. Press the Calling Party Key.

Calling Party Number/Charge Account (M3903 and M3904)

The Calling Party Number/Charge Account feature allows you to record a caller’s number or charge account number for accounting purposes while on an established call.
To record the calling party number or charge account number (Meridian 1):
Charge
Account
or
CParty
1. Press the Charge Key. The screen
displays Select Charge type.
2. Press the Account Key. The screen
displays Enter account number.
or
Press the Calling Party Number Key. The screen displays Enter Calling party number.
3. Dial the charge account number or
calling party number. Use the Clear Key or Delete Key to edit the number. Press the Exit Key to leave the screen without charging the call.
OK
4. Press the OK Key. You return to your
call.
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To record a charge account number (Meridian SL-100):
1. Lift the handset and ask the calling party to hold
2. Flash the switch hook
3. Dial the Account Code FAC. You receive dial tone.
4. Dial the account code digits.
5. Flash the switch hook. You are returned to your call.

Display incoming calls

The Display Key allows you to be on an active call and display an incoming caller’s name and/or number, if not automatically displayed, without interfering with the call in progress.
To view the name of a second caller while on a call in progress:
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Display
2637
1. Press the Display Key.
2. Press the flashing Line (DN) Key. The call waiting information appears on the display.
Note 1: Use of the Display Key does not interfere with the call in progress.
Note 2: You can use the Display Key in combination with other feature keys to display information associated with the feature.
Note 3: On the Meridian SL-100, while on an active call, press the Inspect Key to view information on an incoming call.
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Trace a Malicious call

Malicious Call Trace provides a way for you to trace nuisance calls. The feature is
available for both internal and external calls. When the key is pressed, your Directory Number and the telephone number of the caller are recorded for access by your network administrator.
To use Call Trace while you are on a call:
CallTrace
To use Call Trace if you do not have a Call Trace Key:
Trans Conf
or
p
Press the Call Trace Key.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press the
MalcsHold (Malicious Call Hold) Key.
1. Press the Transfer Key or the
Conference Key.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press only the Transfer Key.
2. Dial the Malicious Call Trace FFC
(Meridian 1) or the Malicious Call Hold FAC (Meridian SL-100).
Note: After dialing the Malicious Call Trace FFC or the Malicious Call Hold FAC, you are automatically reconnected to the calling party.
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Incoming calls

Incoming calls
This section describes features that you can use with incoming calls.

Activate Automatic Answerback

When Automatic Answerback is active, your set automatically answers in handsfree mode after one ring.
Note: When Automatic Answerback is active, calls do not forward to your voice
message service.
To use Automatic Answerback:
AutoAns
To deactivate Automatic Answerback:
AutoAns
Press the Automatic Answerback Key.
Press the Automatic Answerback Key.
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Use Call Pickup

Call Pickup allows you to pick up a call from any telephone in the same Pickup
Group or another Pickup Group. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To answer a call in your own Call Pickup Group:
1. Lift the handset.
Pickup
To answer an incoming call in another Call Pickup Group:
GrpPickup
To answer a call at a specific extension within your Pickup Group:
DNPickup
p
2. Press the Pickup Key or enter the
Pickup Ringing Number FFC (Meridian 1) or FAC (Meridian SL-100).
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the Group Pickup Key.
3. Dial the Pickup Group number of the
telephone that is ringing.
Note 1: The network administrator assigns the Pickup Group number.
Note 2: This feature is not applicable on the Meridian SL-100 system.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the DN Pickup Key, or enter the
Directed Call Pickup FAC (Meridian SL-100 only)
3. On the Meridian SL-100, dial the
extension number of the ringing telephone.
Note: If the pickup DN is invalid, you receive an overflow burst tone, and the screen displays Release and try again. Press the Goodbye Key.
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Use Call Waiting

Call Waiting puts your current call on hold, while you answer an incoming call.
Example: The attendant routes an outside call to you while you are on an existing call. Call Waiting allows you to recognize the call and respond to it. This feature must be enabled by your network administrator.
To answer an incoming call while on another call:
1. Press the Hold Key when you hear the
Hold
/
tone. The Call Waiting status icon appears
in the display.
CallWait
To return to your first telephone call:
Hold
/
or
Goodbye
If you do not have a Call Waiting Key:
Goodbye
2637
/
/
2. Press the Call Wait Key (CWait for M3902) to answer the call.
1. Press the Hold Key, if you want to put the second call on hold.
or
Press the Goodbye Key to end the second call.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key associated with the first call.
1. If you do not have a Call Waiting Key and you hear the Call Waiting tone, press the Goodbye Key to end your current call.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key beside the flashing status icon to answer the incoming call.
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While you are away from your desk

While you are away from your desk
This section describes features that you may wish to use when you are away from your desk.

Forward calls (M3902)

The Call Forward feature allows you to direct your calls to ring at another Line (DN). You cannot forward calls while your telephone is ringing.
To forward your calls:
Forward
1. Press the Forward Key, or lift the
handset and enter the Call Forward All Calls Activate FAC (Meridian SL-100 only).
2. Dial the DN where you want to
forward your calls.
Forward
To view the number that your calls are being forwarded to:
Display
Forward
To cancel Call Forward:
Forward
To reinstate Call Forward to the same number:
Forward Forward
3. Press the Forward Key.
1. Press the Display Key. Note: On the Meridian SL-100, press the
Inspect Key instead of the Display Key.
2. Press the Forward Key.
This action displays the forward number and leaves Call Forward active.
Press the Forward Key, or lift the handset and enter the Call Forward All Calls Deactivate FAC (Meridian SL-100 only).
Press the Forward Key twice.
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Forward calls (M3903 and M3904)

The Call Forward feature allows you to direct your calls to ring at another Line (DN). You cannot forward calls while your telephone is ringing.
To forward your calls:
Forward
Done
To view the number that your calls are being forwarded to:
CheckFw
Exit
1. Press the Forward Key. The previously stored forward number
appears, if one exists, and the screen displays Enter forward number.
2. If desired, enter a new number. The existing number is automatically deleted. If you make a mistake, use the
Delete Key to delete the previous
digit(s). Press Cancel to leave this screen without forwarding your telephone or changing the number.
3. Press the Done Key to activate Call Forward.
1. Press the Check Forward Key.
2. Press the Exit Key to return to the previous screen.
To cancel Call Forward:
CheckFw
CanclFw
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This action will leave Call Forward active.
1. Press the Check Forward Key.
2. Press the Cancel Forward Key.
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Forward internal calls only

Internal Call Forward allows only calls originating at internal DNs to ring at
another DN. Calls originating outside your Meridian 1 system will still ring at your telephone. You cannot forward calls while your telephone is ringing.
To forward your internal calls:
IntForward
IntForward
Receiving a call:
To cancel Internal Call Forward:
IntForward
To reinstate Internal Call Forward to the same number:
IntForward
IntForward
1. Press the Internal Call Forward Key
2. Dial the DN where you want to
forward your calls.
3. Press the Internal Call Forward Key.
Press the Internal Call Forward Key.
Press the Internal Call Forward Key twice.
Note: The Meridian SL-100 uses the Call Forward Busy/Don’t Answer ­Internal/External FAC. This feature allows Meridian SL-100 user to:
Forward an incoming call which originated internally from a DN in the same customer group as you.
Forward an incoming call which originated externally from a DN out of your customer group to a DN outside your customer group.
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Use Remote Call Forward

The Remote Call Forward feature allows you (from any telephone other than your own) to forward your calls to any telephone. To use this feature you must have a Call Forward Key configured on your telephone.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, dial the Remote Access Directory Number. You are prompted to enter the directory number of your telephone, your PIN, and the Call Forwarding authorization code. Follow the prompts to activate, deactivate, or change call forwarding to a new destination.
To activate Remote Call Forward:
1. Lift the handset.
2. If you call from a telephone outside the
system, first dial your Direct Inward System Access number and wait for dial tone.
3. Dial the Remote Call Forward Activate
FFC to activate the feature.
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££££
4. Dial your Station Control Password. Note: Refer to “Secure your telephone” on
page 44.
5. Dial your DN.
You get a dial tone before you dial your number.
6. Dial the number where you want to
forward your calls. If you forward calls to an invalid number, you receive a fast busy tone.
7. Press the ££££ Key. To forward calls to a previous call
forward telephone number, skip step six above.
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To cancel Remote Call Forward:
While you are away from your desk
1. Lift the handset.
2. If you call from a telephone outside the
system, first dial your Direct Inward System Access number and wait for dial tone.
3. Dial the Remote Call Forward
Deactivate FFC.
4. Dial your Station Control Password.
5. Dial your DN.
You get a dial tone before you dial your number.
££££
6. Press the ££££ Key.
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Secure your telephone

Secure your telephone
You can lock your telephone with a password to prevent unauthorized use of your telephone. Note: This feature is not available on the Meridian SL-100.
To lock your telephone:
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Electronic Lock Activate FFC and your Station Control Password.
Note: If you perform this operation from someone else’s telephone, also dial your DN.
Goodbye
/
To unlock your telephone:
Goodbye
/
To change your password (must be done from your telephone):
3. Press the Goodbye Key.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Electronic Lock Deactivate FFC and your Station Control Password.
Note: If you perform this operation from someone else’s telephone, also dial your DN.
3. Press the Goodbye Key.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Station Control Password Change FFC and your current password. Dial your new password twice (for verification).
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Goodbye
3. Press the Goodbye Key.
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Talk with more than one person

Talk with more than one person
This chapter describes features which allow you to talk with more than one person at the same time.

Set up a Conference call (M3902)

You can se t up a Conference call for up to six people (including yourself). Contact your network administrator to determine the maximum number of people your system allows on a conference call.
To set up a conference call:
Conf
Conf
If the person you attempt to add to the conference is unavailable:
Goodbye
/
1. Press the Conference Key while you
are on a call. The other party is on hold and you
receive a dial tone.
2. Dial the number of the person you
want to add to the conference.
3. Press the Conference Key when the
person answers. Everyone is able to join the
conversation.
1. Press the Goodbye Key.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key to return to
your original call
.
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Set up a Conference call (M3903 and M3904)

You can se t up a Conference call for up to six people (including yourself). Contact your network administrator to determine the maximum number of people your system allows on a conference call.
To set up a conference call:
Conf
Swap Connect
or
If the person you attempt to add to the conference is unavailable:
Goodbye
2637
/
1. Press the Conference Key while you are on a call.
The other party is on hold and you receive dial tone. The screen displays Call on hold, dial number.
2. Dial the number of the person you want to add to the conference.
3. Press the Swap Key to switch between talking with the original caller and the new caller. Press the Connect Key to complete the conference.
Everyone is able to join the conversation.
1. Press the Goodbye Key.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key with the flashing icon to return to your original
.
call
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Join a call (M3902)

The Call Join feature allows you to connect an incoming call to a call already in progress thereby creating a conference call. In order to use Call Join, your telephone must be configured with either a second line (DN) or a Call Waiting Key.
To connect a call on hold (on a different line) to your current call:
Conf
Conf
1. Press the Conference Key.
2. Press the Key that has the caller you
want to connect to your current call.
3. Press the Conference Key again.
The person on hold joins your conversation.

Join a call (M3903 and M3904)

The Call Join feature allows you to connect an incoming call to a call already in progress thereby creating a conference call. In order to use Call Join, your telephone must be configured with either a second line (DN) or a Call Waiting Key.
To connect a call on hold (on a different line) to your current call:
Conf
2637
1. Press the Conference Key.
2. Press the Key that has the caller you
want to connect to your current call.
Connect
3. Press the Connect Key.
The person on hold joins your conversation.
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Selectable Conferee Display and Disconnect

You can view the list of active conferees by using the Conferee Selectable Display Key and disconnect any party that has been added to the conference call. This feature is not available on the Meridian SL-100 system.
To view active conferees:
ConfSelDsp
Goodbye
To disconnect a conferee:
ConfSelDsp
2637
/
1. While on a conference call, press the
Conferee Selectable Display Key. The
LCD indicator turns on. With each key press, the screen changes to show a different active conferee.
Note: This action has no effect on the displays of the other telephones involved in the conference.
2. Press the Goodbye Key. If configured, the Conference Count Display returns. The LCD indicator turns off.
1. While on a conference call, press the
Conferee Selectable Display Key. The
LCD indicator turns on. Continue to press the key until the conferee you want to delete appears on the screen.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key on which the conference call is established. The selected conferee is disconnected from the call.
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Goodbye
/
Note: If there are additional conferees to be disconnected, press the Conferee
Selectable Display Key until the conferee
that is to be disconnected is displayed on the screen.
3. Press the Goodbye Key. If configured the Conference Count Display returns and is updated to reflect the revised total count of conferees. The LCD indicator tuns off.
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Use Group Call

Group Call automatically calls members of a predefined group, one at a time,
until they have all answered. Ask your network administrator for details on how to create a conference call group.
To call group members:
1. Lift the handset.
GroupCall
2. Press the Group Call Key or enter the
Group Call FFC. The feature automatically calls all
group members. The icon flashes until all members answer.
Their phone numbers appear on the display as they answer. When the last person answers, the Group Call indicator lights steadily.
Note 1: When a person in your group is on a conference call or another group call, they are not connected to your group call.
Note 2: After all the people in the group have answered, only the person who made the group call can put the call on hold.
Note 3: On the Meridian SL-100, use the Preset Conference feature for group calls. Dial the specific DN for Preset Conference, simultaneous ringing of the pre-selected parties is activated.
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To answer a Group Call:
To end a Group Call:
Lift the handset.
Note 1: If you are on a call and you receive three 10-second tones, this is the notification of a group call on your current extension.
Note 2: If you are on a call on another line on your telephone (M3903 and M3904) when a group call is made, you receive a long tone through the handset or speaker.
Note 3: You do not receive notification of a group call if you are already on a conference call or another group call.
Goodbye
/
Press the Goodbye Key.
Note: When the person who made the group call disconnects, the call terminates for all members of the group. However, the members of the Group Call can disconnect from the call and not affect other members on the call.
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Work without interruption

Work without interruption
This chapter describes features that provide you with uninterrupted work time.

Activate Make Set Busy

Make Set Busy allows you to make your telephone appear busy to all callers.
To act ivate Make Set Busy:
MakeSetBsy
To deactivate Make Set Busy:
MakeSetBsy
Press the Make Set Busy Key.
Press the Make Set Busy Key a second time to deactivate the feature.
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Additional Call Features

Auto Dial Transfer Feature

Auto Dial Transfer allows you to use your Auto Dial Key to transmit digits to the
central office after a Trunk Switch Hook Flash. You must be on a central office/exchange (CO) trunk call from or to a CO which offers Centrex or exchange line-type features.
To use Auto Dial Transfer when you pick up an incoming trunk call:
CentrexSHF
AutoDial
Goodbye
/
1. Press the Centrex Switch Hook Flash Key and wait for interrupted dial tone.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, Press the
Transfer Key instead of the Centrex Switch
Hook Flash Key. Auto Dial can be used to transfer calls however, you do not have to be on a central office trunk call, and the Centrex Switch Hook Flash key is not applicable to the Meridian SL-100.
2. Press the Auto Dial Key to call the number desired.
3. Press the Goodbye Key to end the call.

Use the buzz signal

Buzz allows one person, whose telephone is linked to another telephone, to signal
the other telephone. The person signaled hears a buzz. Use this feature to notify the other person of a call, a visitor, or a request.
To buzz the telephone linked to yours:
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Buzz
Press the Buzz Key. The telephone linked to yours, buzzes
as long as you hold down the key.
Note: Buzz signal is not available on the Meridian SL-100.
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Call Page to make an announcement

Call Page allows you to make an announcement over the paging system. To make
a page call, dial the paging trunk access code. Note: When the Page Key is used on an attendant console it overrides the
telephones; the telephones are disconnected and must re-access the paging trunk.
To connect to the paging system:
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the paging trunk access code.
The connection to the paging system is complete.
3. Make your announcement.
To disconnect from the paging system:
Goodbye
Press the Goodbye Key
/
.

Centrex/Exchange Switch Hook Flash

Centrex/Exchange Switch Hook Flash allows you to signal the Central
Office/Exchange (CO) during an established call to use a Centrex service such as call transfer or three-way calling.
To use Centrex/Exchange Line Switch Hook Flash:
CentrexSHF
Goodbye
/
1. Press the Centrex Switch Hook Flash
Key You receive special dial tone.
2. Dial the codes for your custom Centrex
feature.
3. Press the Goodbye Key to end the call. Note: The Meridian SL-100 is a central
office based PBX, and this feature is not available.
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Charge or Force Charge a call (M3902)

Call Charge allows you to charge a call to a specific account. Forced Charge Account allows you to charge long-distance calls from a telephone restricted to
local calls. Note: On the Meridian SL-100, the account code allows a user to enter a billing
number. If the account code is required, the user is prompted to enter a code by a tone after the telephone number is dialed. If a user wishes to voluntarily enter an account code, then flash the switch hook and enter the Account Code FAC. Flash the switch hook again to return to the call.
To charge or force charge a local or a long-distance call to an account before you dial:
1. Lift the handset.
Charge
To charge a call in progress:
Transfer
2637
/
Charge
2. Press Charge Key, or enter the Call Detail Recording Charge Account FFC.
3. Dial the charge account number. You receive dial tone.
4. Dial the number.
1. Press the Transfer Key.
2. Press Charge Key, or enter the Call Detail Recording Charge Account FFC.
3. Dial the charge account number.
4. Press the Line (DN) Key to return to your call.
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To charge a call to an account when you transfer a call:
Additional Call Features
Transfer
Transfer
To charge a call to an account when you add someone to a conference call:
/
Charge
/
Conf
1. Press the Transfer Key.
The call is placed on hold.
2. Press Charge Key, or enter the Call
Detail Recording Charge Account FFC.
3. Dial the charge account number.
You receive dial tone.
4. Dial the number to where the call is to
be transferred.
5. Press the Transfer Key when you hear
the telephone ring.
Note: You can talk privately to the person at the transfer number before you press the Transfer Key.
1. Press the Conference Key.
The call is placed on hold.
Charge
Conf
2. Press Charge Key, or enter the Call
Detail Recording Charge Account FFC.
3. Dial the charge account number.
You receive dial tone.
4. Dial the number of the person you
want to add to the conference.
5. Press the Conference Key.
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Charge or Force Charge a call (M3903 and M3904)

Call Charge allows you to charge a call to a specific account. Forced Charge Account allows you to charge long-distance calls from a telephone restricted to
local calls. Note: On the Meridian SL-100, the account code allows a user to enter a billing
number. If the account code is required, the user is prompted to enter a code by a tone after the telephone number is dialed. If a user wishes to voluntarily enter an account code, then flash the switch hook and enter Account Code FAC. Flash the switch hook again to return to the call.
To charge or force charge a local or a long-distance call to an account before you dial:
1. Lift the handset.
Account
OK
To charge a call in progress:
Charge
Account
2. Press the Account Key. The screen displays Enter account
number.
3. Dial the charge account number. Use the Clear Key or Delete Key to edit the number. Press the Exit Key to leave the screen without charging the call.
4. Press the OK Key.
5. Dial the number.
1. Press the Charge Key. The screen displays Select Charge
type.
2. Press the Account Key. The screen displays Enter account
number.
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3. Dial the charge account number. Use
the Clear Key or Delete Key to edit the number. Press the Exit Key to leave the screen without charging the call.
OK
To charge a call to an account when you transfer a call:
Trans
Account
Connect
4. Press the OK Key. You return to your
call.
1. Press the Transfer Key.
The call is placed on hold.
2. Press the Account Key.
3. Dial charge account number.
You receive dial tone.
4. Dial the number of the telephone
where the call is to be transferred.
5. Press the Connect Key when you hear
the telephone ring.
Note: You ca n use the Swap Key to talk privately to the person at the transfer number before you press the Connect Key.
To charge a call to an account when you add someone to a conference call:
Conf
Account
1. Press the Conference Key.
The call is placed on hold.
2. Press the Account Key.
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3. Dial the charge account number. You receive dial tone.
4. Dial the number of the person you want to add to the conference.
Swap Connect
or
5. Press the Swap Key to switch between talking with the original caller and the new caller. Press the Connect Key to complete the conference.

Override Feature

You can Override a busy signal and interrupt another call. Note: This feature is called Executive Busy Override on the Meridian SL-100.
To override a busy/engaged signal:
1. Dial a telephone number and receive a busy signal.
Override
or
ExeBusyOvd
2. Press the Override Key.
On the Meridian SL-100, press the
Executive Busy Override Key, or enter
the Executive Busy Override FAC. The people on the call in progress
receive a tone for approximately one second; the feature connects the three of you together. A short tone repeats every sixteen seconds.
To end the connection:
Goodbye
To disconnect the third party from the called party on the Meridian SL-100:
/
ExeBusyOvd
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Press the Goodbye Key.
Press the Executive Busy Override Key, or enter the Executive Busy Override FAC again.
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Forced Camp-on

Forced Camp-on allows your telephone to automatically ring another telephone
as soon as that telephone disconnects from its current call. Forced Camp-on allows you to camp-on both internal and external calls.
To use Forced C amp -on:
1. Dial a telephone number and receive
a busy signal.
Override
To answer a camped-on call:
2. Press the Override Key to initiate a
Forced Camp-on.
Note: The person you called hears a tone, and you hear ring/ringback signal or busy/engaged signal (depending on the options chosen). You are now camped-on to the number you dialed.
3. When the person you called finishes
their call, your telephone automatically dials the number. Both your telephone and their telephone ring.
When the telephone rings, lift the
handset.
You are connected to the camped-on caller.
Note: Your telephone can be programmed for either Camp-on or Call Waiting, but not both.
Note: Forced Camp-on is not available on the Meridian SL-100. Please refer to the Station Camp-on feature.
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Enhanced Override Feature

Enhanced Override allows you to override an active call after you have attempted
a Forced Camp-on. Use Enhanced Override when you make either a simple call or a consultation call (i.e., place a call on hold and call another party).
To use Enhanced Override:
1. Dial a telephone number and receive a busy signal.
Override
Override
To end the connection:
Goodbye
/
2. Press the Override Key to initiate a Forced Camp-on.
If either of the persons on the call disconnects at this time, you receive an overflow (fast busy/engaged) signal.
3. Press the Override Key again. The other two persons on the call
receive an override tone and a conference call is established between the three of you. If anyone disconnects, the other two persons will remain connected.
Press the Goodbye Key.
Note: Enhanced Override is not available on the Meridian SL-100.
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Station Camp-on

Station Camp-on allows you to transfer an external call to a busy extension.
When the busy extension disconnects from its current call, the transferred call will ring at the now idle extension.
To activate Station Camp-on after answering an incoming external telephone call:
Trans
Connect
1. Press the Transfer Key.
The external party is on hold and you receive a dial tone. The screen displays Call on hold, dial number.
2. Dial the internal extension number of
the telephone where the call is to be transferred.
3. On the M3903 and M3904 only,
press the Connect Key.
Note: The person you called hears a tone, and you hear ring/ringback signal or busy/engaged signal (depending on the options chosen). The external caller hears ring/ringback signal or music.
4. Replace the handset.
The external caller is now camped-on to the number you dialed.
Note 1: You cannot camp-on to an extension that has the Call Waiting feature configured.
Note 2: If the camped-on call is not accepted within a specified period of time, it returns to you or to the Attendant. Contact your network administrator to determine where, and after what period of time, unanswered calls are re-routed
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Privacy Release

Privacy Release allows one or more people who share your DN to join your call.
To use Privacy Release while on an established call:
PrivRls
To re-establish Privacy if the additional person does not join the call:
2637
Press the Privacy Release Key while you are on a call.
One other person can now join the call if they press the shared Line (MADN) Key on their telephone.
Note: Repeat this step to allow additional persons to join the call.
Press the DN Key for which Privacy Release is active.
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Radio Paging

Some telephone systems can have an on-site Radio Paging system. This system feature allows you to page a person and stay on the line until they answer. The paged person answers the call when they enter a special Paging “Meet - me” code from any telephone. This connects the person paged to the party who paged them.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, dial the Paging Feature Access Code (FAC). A network connection is established with the paging access trunk. This provides access to loudspeaker paging equipment. Automatic Pre-selection, Automatic Post-selection, and Special Radio Paging features do not apply to Meridian SL-100.
To use Automatic Pre-selection (“Meet - me” page):
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Radio Paging Access FFC.
You receive paging dial tone.
3. Dial the number of the party you want
to page. You receive ringback/ring tone.
Note 1: The person you paged uses any telephone to enter the Radio Paging Answer FFC, plus their own DN. This action connects you and the person paged.
Note 2: If your call goes unan swere d for a preset time period, you receive a continuous high pitched tone then silence. Press the Goodbye Key.
To use Automatic Post selection: The called party is either busy on the
telephone or away from the desk. To page the called party there is no
need to redial the number of the called party.
RadioPage
1. Press the Radio Page Key.
You receive special dial tone.
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2. Dial the Radio Paging Access FFC. You receive ringback/ring tone.
Note 1: The person you have paged can proceed to any telephone, enter their Radio Paging Answer code plus their own DN. This action connects you and the person paged.
Note 2: You receive a fifteen second, high pitched tone, then silence if the party paged does not answer the call within a preset time period. When you receive this signal, replace the handset or press the Goodbye Key.
To use the Special Radio Paging features:
If you carry a Radio Pager, you will receive a paging indication when another Meridian 1 telephone user accesses the Radio Paging system and dials your DN.
If the Radio Paging system is set up to function in “Meet - me” mode, you can use the following steps to answer the paging call from any Meridian 1 extension.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Radio Paging Answer FFC. You receive paging tone.
3. Dial your own DN. You are connected to the paging
caller.
Note: If the paging caller has hung up you will receive a steady high-pitched tone.
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Voice Call

The Voice Call feature allows you to page another person or make an announcement through someone else’s telephone speaker.
To make a voice call:
1. Lift the handset.
VoiceCall
Goodbye
To respond to a voice call:
/
2. Press the Voice Call Key.
3. Make your announcement.
4. Press the Goodbye Key.
Your telephone rings once and you hear the caller's voice through your speaker. Lift the handset.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100 use the Individual Page from the Group Intercom (GIC) feature. Press the GpIntercom Key and dial the appropriate GIC number. After the first ring, press the GpIntercom Key and a one-way connection is established. Make your announcement over the speaker.

Use the Voice Messaging control screens

The Voice Messaging control screens allow you to send commands while connected to your voice messaging system using the Soft Keys instead of the dial pad. Note: This feature is not available on the Meridian SL-100.
To use Voice Messaging controls:
1. Lift the handset.
Message
2. Press the Message Key.
/
3. Use the dial pad to log in to your voice
mailbox.
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t
Play
Stop
or
Last
or
Nex
or
Delete
4. Press the Play Key to play your first new message.
Note: Use the More. . . Key to view additional message options.
5. Press the Stop Key to pause playback of the message. Press Play to resume playback
or
Press the Last Key to go to the previous message. Press Play to playback the message or Press Last again to move to previous messages.
or
Press the Next Key to go to the next message. Press Play to playback the message or Press Next again to move to later messages.
or
Press the Delete Key to delete the current message.
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or
Skip->
or
Skip<-
Quit
or
Press the Skip Forward Key to advance three seconds in the current message.
or
Press the Skip Backward Key to rewind three seconds in the current message.
6. Press the Quit Key at any time to exit your voice messaging system. Your telephone is now ready to make or receive new calls.
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Hospitality features

Hospitality features
These hospitality features are intended for hotel operations use. Note: With the exception of Automatic Wake-Up, hospitality features are not
available on the Meridian SL-100.

Automatic Wake-Up

Although normally used as a hotel feature, Automatic Wake-Up may be useful to business users who require a timed reminder call feature. From your telephone you may program the Meridian 1 system to automatically place a call to you at a predetermined time. When you answer the call, you hear recorded music for up to thirty seconds followed by a pre-recorded announcement, or the attendant.
To enter the time for a wake-up call:
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Automatic Wake-Up Activate
FFC on the Meridian 1 or the Wake-Up Request FAC on the Meridian SL-100.
Goodbye
To cancel a wake-up call:
/
3. Dial the wake-up time in a 24-hour
format (hhmm).
4. Press the Goodbye Key. Note: On the Meridian SL-100, after you
enter the FAC, you receive a second dial tone. Enter four consecutive digits to specify an hour and minute. The reminder time is specified in 24 hour format. (i.e., for 6:00 PM, input 1800.) You receive a confirmation tone.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Automatic Wake-Up
Deactivate FFC on the Meridian 1 or the Wake-Up Cancel FAC on the Meridian SL-100.
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Goodbye
To verify the time for the wake-up call:
/
3. Press the Goodbye Key.
Note: On the Meridian SL-100, after you enter the FAC, you receive a confirmation tone.
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Automatic Wake-Up Verify FFC.
3. Dial the wake-up time in a 24 hour time format (hhmm). If it is correct, you receive a confirmation tone.
Note: This feature is not available on the Meridian SL-100. To change the specified time for a wake-up call on the Meridian SL-100, you must first deactivate the feature and then activate the feature with a new request.
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Goodbye
/
4. Press the Goodbye Key.
Note: In 24-hour time format, 7:30 AM is entered as 0730; 9:45 PM is 2145.
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Message Registration

Message Registration allows you to read, change, or reset meters that log your
hotel telephone calls.
To read meters:
MsgReg
MsgReg
To change a meter:
MsgReg
••••
MsgReg
To reset a meter to zero:
1. Press the Message Registration Key.
2. Dial the room Directory Number (DN).
3. Press the Message Registration Key.
1. Press the Message Registration Key.
2. Dial the room Directory Number (DN).
3. Dial the correct meter count.
4. Press the •• Key.
5. Press the Message Registration Key
MsgReg
MsgReg
••••
1. Press the Message Registration Key.
2. Dial the room Directory Number (DN).
3. Press the •• Key.
4. Press the Message Registration Key.
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Maid Identification

Maid Identification makes it easier to keep track of which maids clean which
rooms. The maid enters the information from the telephone in each room.
To enter cleaning status:
RoomStatus
••••
1. Press the Room Status Key.
2. Dial the Directory Number (DN) for the room for which the cleaning status is being changed.
3. Dial one of the following cleaning status codes:
⁄⁄⁄⁄ = cleaning requested ¤¤¤¤ = cleaning in progress ‹‹‹‹ = room cleaned ›››› = room passed inspection fifififi = room failed inspection flflflfl = cleaning skipped ‡‡‡‡ = not for sale
You receive interrupted dial tone.
4. Press the •• Key.
5. Dial the Maid ID. If you dial the wrong Maid ID, press the •• Key and redial the ID.
RoomStatus
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6. Press the Room Status Key.
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Room Status

Room Status lets you read the status of a room using the display.
To read the status of a room:
RoomStatus
1. Press the Room Status Key.
2. Dial the Directory Number (DN) for
the room. The DN is displayed followed by a two digit code.
The first digit indicates the occupancy status:
0 = room vacant 1 = room occupied
The next digit indicates the cleaning status of the room:
1 = cleaning requested 2 = cleaning in progress 3 = room cleaned 4 = room passed inspection 5 = room failed inspection 6 = cleaning skipped 7 = not for sale
RoomStatus
3. Press the Room Status Key.
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Meridian SL-100 CLASS Features

Meridian SL-100 CLASS Features

Anonymous Caller Rejection

The Anonymous Caller Rejection feature allows you to reject incoming calls on your line (DN) for which calling name and number have been intentionally blocked. Only calls in which the information has been blocked are rejected. Check with your network administrator regarding the availability of this feature.
To activate Anonymous Caller Rejection:
1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Anonymous Caller Rejection Activate FAC.
A recording or confirmation tone informs you that Anonymous Caller Rejection is activated.
To deactivate Anonymous Caller Rejection:
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1. Lift the handset.
2. Dial the Anonymous Caller Rejection Deactivate FAC.
A recording or confirmation tone informs you that Anonymous Caller Rejection is deactivated.
Note: Availability of this feature is dependent upon your Meridian SL-100 system software and network connections.
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Automatic Callback

The Automatic Callback feature allows you to enter a Feature Access Code (FAC) that will automatically set up a call to the last Directory Number (DN) you dialed on your individual line (DN) regardless of whether the call was answered, unanswered, or busy. Check with your network administrator regarding the availability of this feature.
To activate Automatic Callback after you have dialed a number:
Goodbye
2498
Goodbye
To cancel Automatic Callback:
2498
/
/
1. Press the Goodbye Key to disconnect
the call.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key.
3. Dial the Automatic Callback Activate
FAC and follow the instructions provided by the announcement.
4. Press the Goodbye Key.
When both your line and the called party’s line are idle, your telephone will ring.
5. When the telephone rings, lift the
handset.
You will hear normal ringback/ring tone.
1. Press the Line (DN) Key.
2. Dial the Automatic Callback
Deactivate FAC.
Note: Availability of this feature is dependent upon your Meridian SL-100 system software and network connections.
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Automatic Recall

The Automatic Recall feature allows you to enter a Feature Access Code (FAC) that will automatically set up a call to the last incoming call on your Directory Number (DN). Check with your network administrator regarding the availability of this feature.
To activate Automatic Recall:
2498
1. Press the Line (DN) Key.
2. Dial the Automatic Recall Activate FAC.
An announcement may provide additional instructions or announce the number of the last incoming call and provide you with a choice of whether or not to continue with the recall.
If you continue the recall, the Automatic Recall feature will dial the last number that called you. If the number is busy, Automatic Recall will continue trying until the line is idle.
When both your line and the called party’s line are idle, your telephone will ring.
3. When the telephone rings, lift the
handset.
You will hear normal ringback/ring tone.
To cancel Automatic Recall:
2498
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1. Press the Line (DN) Key.
2. Dial the Automatic Recall Deactivate FAC.
Note: Availability of this feature is dependent upon your Meridian SL-100 system software and network connections.
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Customer Originated Trace

The Customer Originated Trace feature allows you to activate an immediate trace of the last incoming call to your Directory Number (DN) without requiring prior approval and manual intervention by your network administrator. Customer Originated Trace may be activated on a per-call basis. This feature may be activated using a feature key or by using a Feature Access Code (FAC). Check with your network administrator regarding the availability of this feature.
To activate Customer Originated Trace after receiving a harassing or prank telephone call:
Goodbye
2498
CustOrigTr
Goodbye
/
/
1. Press the Goodbye Key to disconnect
from the harassing or prank telephone call.
2. Press the Line (DN) Key.
3. Press the CustOrigTr Key, or dial the
Customer Originated Trace FAC. An announcement will inform you
whether or not the call was successfully traced.
4. Press the Goodbye Key to disconnect .
The feature is automatically deactivated.
Contact your network administrator for follow-up actions.
Note: Availability of this feature is dependent upon your Meridian SL-100 system software and network connections.
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Calling Name and Number Delivery Blocking

The Calling Name and Number Delivery Blocking feature allows you to control the display of your Directory Number (DN), or your name and DN, on the display of the party you are calling. This feature is available on a per-call basis. Instead of your name and/or telephone number being displayed, the word “Private” is displayed on the called party’s telephone display. Check with your network administrator regarding the availability of this feature.
To activate Calling Name and Number Delivery Blocking:
2498
1. Press the Line (DN) Key.
2. Dial the Calling Name and Number Delivery Blocking FAC.
Listen for confirmation tone, or an announcement, followed by dial tone.
3. Dial the telephone number.
Note: Availability of this feature is dependent upon your Meridian SL-100 system software and network connections.

Selective Call Forward

The Selective Call Forward feature allows you to program a list of up to 31 Directory Numbers (DNs) from which calls to your DN will be rejected or blocked. Incoming calls from DNs that are on the list will be routed to announcement, or other call treatment may be assigned. Check with your network administrator regarding the availability of this feature.
To activate Selective Call Forward:
2498
1. Press the Line (DN) Key.
2. Dial the Selective Call Forward FAC.
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Listen to the announcement for instructions on how to turn on, turn off, enter, change, or review your Selective Call Forward list.
Note: Availability of this feature is dependent upon your Meridian SL-100 system software and network connections.
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Telephone display

Telephone display
This section summarizes the display features of the M3902, M3903, and the M3904. Idle display is shown in the following figures.

M3902 display

The M3902 display gives call status and feature information.
Date/time display Call party info Feature Status info Options info

M3903 display

08/12 5:48
Conf Forward
2637
AutoDl
553-9078
The upper portion of the display on the M3903 gives call status information, the lower display area contains a single line which displays feature information. If you are viewing a list that contains more than one item, you must use the Navigation Keys to scroll through the list. When the item you want appears, press the Select Key.
Line/Feature Key Status
Auto Dial 2637
Date/time display Call party info Feature Status info Options info Directories info
Forward
Quit Copy
Callers
Aug 20 5:48 P
5 New callers
Redial
553-9077C
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Telephone display

M3904 display

The upper portion of the display on the M3904 gives call status information, the lower display area is a three line feature information display.
Line/Feature Key Status
Display 
ConfSelDsp 
AutoDial 
Intercom 
2639 
2637 
Aug 20 5:48 P
Date/time display Call party info Feature Status info Options info Directories info
NORTEL NETWORKS 
5 New callers 
Forward 
Quit Copy
Note: Refer to “Your Telephone’s Controls” on page 5 and for more information on display and specialized key information.
CallersRedial
553-9076C
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Options List

Options List
The Options List (available on the M3902, M3903, and M3904) allows you to customize certain characteristics of your phone. Screen prompts take you step-by-step through procedures and keep you informed on the status of the following settings: Language, Change feature key label, Screen contrast, Volume adjustment, Ring type, Call log options, Live dial pad, Preferred name match, Area code set-up, Call timer enable, Date/time format, Key click enable, Headset port on call, Headset port external alerter and recorder interface, Call indicator light, On hook default path, and Display diagnostics.
Most of the options are available to you on the M3902, M3903, and M3904. Some of the options are available only if turned on by your network administrator; others are designed for specific models in the M3900 series.
To change any option’s setting:
Options
Options
Note: If you press the Quit Key or Options Key before you press the Done Key, you exit the Options List without saving your changes.
Select
Done
/
Quit
or
/
1. Press the Options Key.
2. Use the Navigation Keys to scroll up
or down through the options list.
3. Press the Select Key when the desired
option is highlighted.
4. Change the option’s settings. Refer to the following pages for details. The display also provides you with information to adjust your selection.
5. Press the Done Key to save your changes.
6. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
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Select a language

The display is available in multiple languages. After you select Language. . . from the Options List menu,
1. Use the Navigation Keys to highlight
the desired language (e.g., German).
Deutsch
Select
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
2. Press the Select Key.

Change a Feature Key label (M3902)

You can change the labels on the three feature keys located at the bottom of the display on the M3902.
To change a Feature Key label:
1. Use the down Navigation Key to
highlight Change feature key label.
Change feature key label
Select
Select
2. Press the Select Key.
This action takes you to the Feature
Key menu and highlights Edit a
feature key label.
3. Press the Select Key again.
The prompt asks you to select the key you want to change.
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4. Use the Navigation Keys to highlight
the label you want to change, (e.g., AutoDl).
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Select
5. Press the Select Key.
6. Press the Dial Pad Key that is printed
with the first letter in your new label. Press the key until the correct character appears.
7. Repeat step 6 until you have changed the entire label.
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Options Key to exit.
Note 1: For a detailed example of using the dial pad to enter text into your M3900 Series telephone, please see “Add a Personal Directory entry” on page 102.
Note 2: You cannot change the label on your primary DN.
Note 3: Use the Case Key to change the case of the letter, as needed. You can use the
Delete Key to delete one character, or the Clear Key if you want to delete the entire label.
Note 4: Press the Up Navigation Key to access special characters you may want to include in the label. Use the Navigation Keys to locate the character you want to include. Press the
Select Key to choose the highlighted character. Press the Return Key to return to label entry
without selecting a special character.
To restore all key labels:
1. Use the down Navigation Key to highlight Restore all key labels
Restore all key labels.
Restore all key labelsRestore all key labels
Restore all key labels
Select
2. Press the Select Key. The display asks you to verify that you
want to restore all labels.
Restore
3. Press the Restore Key.
Press the Done Key to return to the Options List menu. Press the Options Key to exit.
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Change a Feature Key label (M3903 and M3904)

You can change the name on the Programmable Line (DN)/Feature Keys (self-labeled). These keys are located on both sides of the top portion of the display area on the M3903 and M3904.
To change a Feature Key label:
1. Press the down Navigation Key once
to highlight Change feature key
label.
Change feature key label
Select
Select
AutoDial
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
Note 1: For a detailed example of using the dial pad to enter text into your M3900 Series telephone, please see Add a Personal Directory entry on page 102.
2. Press the Select Key.
This action takes you to the Feature
Key menu and highlights Change
feature key label.
3. Press the Select Key again.
The prompt asks you to select the key you want to change.
4. Press the Programmable Line
(DN)/Feature Key whose label you
want to change, (e.g., AutoDial).
5. Press the Dial Pad Key that is printed
with the first letter in your new label. Press the key until the correct character appears.
6. Repeat step 5 until you have changed the entire label.
Note 2: You cannot change the label on your primary DN. Press the Shift Key if the label you want to change in on the second layer of the Programmable Line (DN)/Feature Keys (self-labeled).
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Note 3: Use the Case Key to change the case of the letter, as needed. You can use the
Delete Key to delete one character, or the Clear Key (M3903) if you want to delete the entire
label. On the M3903 you may use the Space Key to enter a space or the Restore Key to restore the label to the default value.
Note 4: Press the Up Navigation Key or the Chars Key (M3903) to access special characters you may want to include in the label. Use the Navigation Keys to locate the character you want to include. Press the Select Key to choose the highlighted character. Press the Return Key to return to label entry without selecting a special character.
To restore one key label (M3904):
1. From the Feature Key menu, use the
down Navigation Key to highlight
Restore one key label
Restore one key label.
Restore one key labelRestore one key label
Restore one key label
Select
Purchasing
2. Press the Select Key.
3. Press the Programmable Line
(DN)/Feature Key (self-labeled) that
you want to restore to the original label (e.g., Purchasing
Purchasing).
PurchasingPurchasing
Press the Done Key to return to the Options List menu. Press the Quit Key or
Options Key to exit.
To restore all key labels:
1. Use the down Navigation Key to
highlight Restore all key labels
Restore all key labels.
Restore all key labelsRestore all key labels
Restore all key labels
Select
2. Press the Select Key.
The display asks you to verify that you want to restore all labels.
Restore
3. Press the Restore Key.
Press the Done Key to return to the Options List menu. Press the Quit Key or
Options Key to exit.
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Adjust Screen contrast

The Screen contrast option allows you to adjust the contrast of the display on your telephone. After you select Screen contrast from the Options List menu;
Lower
Higher
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
From the Contrast screen, press the
Lower Key to decrease the display
contrast level, or press the Higher Key to increase the display contrast level.

Adjust volume

Note: After you select Volume adjustment. . . from the Options List menu, a list of adjustable items for your telephone model appears. It is recommended that you adjust these parameters while you are on a telephone call so that you can judge the impact of the changes your are making.
To adjust the Ringer volume:
Ringer
Lower
Higher
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
Use the procedure above to adjust the volume on the following items:
Buzzer
1. Select Ringer from the Volume menu.
2. Press the Lower Key to decrease the ringer volume, or press the Higher Key to increase the ringer volume.
Headset listen
Speaker
Handset listen
Handsfree listen
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Headset talk
Headset sidetone
Note 1: Headset listen is adjustable on the
M3903 and M3904 only.
Note 2: Headset talk and Headset sidetone are adjustable on the M3904 only.
Note 3: Headset sidetone (M3904 only) is the sound of your own voice that you hear in the headset speaker.
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Choose Ring type

The Ring type option allows you to choose from among the various ringing sounds available for your telephone model. After you select Ring type. . . from the Options List menu;
1. Use the Navigation Keys to scroll
through the list of ring types.
Ring type 3
Play
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
Select
2. Press the Play Key to sample a ring
tone.
3. Press the Select Key to activate the
desired ring type (M3903 and
M3904).

Select Call Log options

The Call Log options (available on the M3903 and M3904) provide a choice of logging all incoming calls, logging only the unanswered calls, or not logging any calls. The Call Log holds up to 10 different incoming entries for the M3903 and up to 100 for the M3904. After you select Call log options from the Options List menu;
From the Log options menu, use the
Navigation Keys to highlight and
select either:
Log all calls
or
Log unanswered calls
Log all calls or
Log unanswered calls
Note: New call indication must be set to On, if you want Call Log notification.
Press the Done Key to save selection. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
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Use Live dial pad

The Live dial pad option (available on the M3904) allows you to press any dial pad key to automatically access a dial tone. After you select Live dial pad from the Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
From the Live dialpad screen, press the On Key to turn on Live dial pad, or press the Off Key to turn off Live dial pad.

Select Preferred name match

The Preferred name match option (available on the M3904) displays the names of incoming and outgoing callers as stored in your Personal Directory, if the telephone number matches the one stored in your directory. This option allows you to personalize the displayed names for incoming and outgoing calls. After you select Preferred name match from the Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
From the Name match screen, press the On Key to turn on Preferred name match, or press the Off Key to turn off Preferred name match.

Set up area code

Using the Area code set-up option (available on the M3904) causes the Callers List and Calling Line ID (CLID) display to show the number/extension followed by the area code/prefix in parenthesis. This makes it easier to identify local calls and internal calls. You can define up to three codes. After you select Area code
set-up from the Options List menu
1st Code: 408 2nd Code: 3rd Code:
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
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Use the Navigation keys to place your cursor in the first line and enter an
area/country code of your choice.
Note: You can enter up to three codes of your choice.
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Enable Call timer

The Call timer enable option measures how long you are on each call. After you select Call timer enable from the Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
From the Call timer screen, press the
On Key to turn on the Call timer, or
press the Off Key to turn off the Call timer.

Select Date/time format

There are eight Date/time formats. Four formats are based on the 12 hour clock and four are based on the 24 hour clock. After you select Date/time format. . . from the Options List menu;
Use the Navigation Keys to scroll through the eight formats. The sample formats appear on the upper right side of the display area.
Format 3
Press the Done Key to select the highlighted format. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.

Enable Key click

The Key click option causes the handset or speaker to produce a clicking sound when you press the telephone keys. After you select Key click enable from the
Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
From the Key click screen, press the
On Key to turn on Key click, or press
the Off Key to turn off Key click.
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Use Headset port on call

The Headset port on call option (available on the M3904) requires that a lamp-type accessory be connected to the headset port. When the Headset port on call option is activated and the user is on a call, the lamp is lit to provide an indication that a call is in progress. After you select Headset port on call from the Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit. Note: Additional equipment is required to implement this option. For more
information please contact your Nortel Networks distributor.
From the On call screen, press the On Key to turn on Headset port on call, or press the Off Key to turn off Headset port on call.

Activate Headset port external alerter

When the Headset port external alerter option (available on the M3904) is activated, it supports a visual or audible alerter and/or recorder device. This device plugs into the Headset port, which is located on the bottom of the telephone. After you select Headset port ext alerter from the Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit. Note: Additional equipment is required to implement this option. For more
information please contact your Nortel Networks distributor.
From the External alerter screen, press the On Key to turn on Headset port external alerter, or press the Off Key to turn off Headset port external alerter.

Use Call indicator light

The incoming call indicator light can be controlled on the M3904. After you select
Call indicator light from the Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
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From the Indicator screen, press the
On Key to turn on Call indicator light,
or press the Off Key to turn off Call indicator light.
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Set On-hook default path

The On-hook default path option (available on the M3903 and M3904) automatically opens the voice path on either a Headset (connected to the headset jack) or on Handsfree when you press a Line (DN) Key or (M3904 only) dial pad key with Live dial pad enabled. After you select On hook default path from the
Options List menu;
From the On hook path menu, use the
Navigation Keys to highlight and
select either:
Handsfree selected
or
Headset selected
Press the Done Key to save selection. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit. Note: Refer to “Headsets on page 128 for information on recommended headset
types for your telephone.
Handsfree selected or
Headset selected

Display diagnostics

The Display diagnostics option tests the functionality of your telephones display screen and indicator lights. This option also provides information on the firmware currently in use on your M3900 series telephone. After you select Display diagnostics from the Options List menu;
Use the up or down Navigation Key to
Press the Done Key to return to the Options List menu. Press the Quit Key or
Options Key to exit.
scroll through the list and view the changing display screens.
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Activate Group Listening

The Group Listening feature enables you to talk on the handset to one party while other people listen to the conversation on your telephone’s speaker. The network administrator must enable this feature. After you select Group listening from the
Options List menu;
On
Off
or
Press the Done Key to save changes. Press the Quit Key or Options Key to exit.
From the Group listening screen, press the On Key to turn on Group listening, or press the Off Key to turn off Group listening.
Note 1: The Group listening selection will not appear in the Options List menu of your telephone unless this feature has been enabled by your network administrator.
Note 2: You must let the other party know when others are listening to the conversation. This feature does not have a tone to inform the party on the other end of the call that the conversation is being monitored.
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Call Log and Personal Directory display and navigation

Call Log and Personal Directory display and navigation

M3903 Call Log display and navigation

The M3903 information display shows one item at a time. Use the Navigation Keys to scroll through the list. When the item you want appears, press the Select Key. The figure below shows the status once you log into the Call Log. The M3903 Call Log contains a Callers List and a Redial list. The M3903 does not have a Personal Directory.
01 Call Log (use ) Callers List
Select
Quit Copy

Access your Callers List or Redial List (M3903)

To access the M3903 Call Log using the Call Log Key:
Call Log
Callers List Redial List
Select
/
1. Press the Call Log Key.
2. Use the Navigation Keys to highlight
the list that you want to view.
3. Press the Select Key.
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To access the M3903 Callers List or Redial List using a Context Sensitive Soft Key or a Programmable Feature Key:
Callers
Redial
or
To exit the M3903 Call Log:
Quit
or
Call Log
/
Press the Callers Key to access the Callers List, or press the Redial Key to access the Redial List.
Press the Quit Key or the Call Log Key to exit.

M3904 Personal Directory and Call Log display and navigation

With the M3904’s display, you can view three lines of information. The figure below shows the status once you log into the directory.
01 Directories
Personal Directory Call Log (Callers List) Call Log (Redial List)
Select
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