
1.2 Basic Operations
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1.2 Basic Operations
1.2.1 Making Calls
– Intercom Call
– Operator Call
– Calling an Outside Party
Intercom Call
You can call another extension user.
• The DSS button light shows the current status as follows:
Off: The extension is idle.
Red on: Your or another extension is using the line.
• * You have to press the SDN button once or twice depending on the mode of the SDN button.
For details, refer to "1.3.49 PDN (Primary Directory Number)/SDN (Secondary Directory
Number) Extension (KX-TDA100/KX-TDA200/KX-TDA600 only)".
• To call using a directory, refer to "1.4.3 Directories".
• For quick operation
If you are an operator or dial some extensions frequently, DSS buttons are useful.
• Hands-free Operation
You can make an intercom call and have a conversation in hands-free mode using the SP-
PHONE button (refer to "1.3.31 Hands-free Operation").
Customizing Your Phone
• 3.1.2 Personal Programming—Preferred Line Assignment—Outgoing
Select the seized line when going off-hook.
• 3.1.4 Customizing the Buttons
Create or edit a Direct Station Selection (DSS) button.
PT and SLT
PT/SLT/PS
Off-hook.
Talk.
Dial extension number,
or press DSS or SDN.
OR
extension no.
(DSS)
(SDN)
OR
*