The handset will ring the next time a call is received. For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). Making/Answering Calls Useful features during a call HOLD button This feature allows you to put an outside call on hold. KX-TG5431: Press {HOLD} during an outside call. L “Hold” will be displayed. L To return to the call, press {C} or {s}. KX-TG5432 and KX-TG5433: 1 Press {HOLD} during an outside call. L To transfer the call to another handset, see page 33, step 2. 2 Press {HOLD} again. L “Hold” will be displayed. L To return to the call, press {C} or {s}. L Another handset user can take the call by pressing {C} or {s}. Note: L “Line on hold” will be displayed on the other handsets (KX-TG5432 and KX-TG5433 only). L If another phone is connected on the same line (page 9), you can also take the call by lifting its handset. L If a call is kept on hold for more than 6 minutes, an alarm tone will start to sound and the ringer indicator will flash rapidly. After 4 additional minutes on hold, the call will be disconnected. MUTE button You can mute your voice during a conversation. While mute is turned on you will be able to hear the other party, but the other party will not be able to hear you. To mute your voice, press {MUTE}. Example: Talk 00-00-30 L “” will flash on the display. L To return to the conversation, press {MUTE}, {C}, or {s}. For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). Making/Answering Calls Voice enhancer This feature clarifies the voice of the person you are talking to, reproducing a more natural-sounding voice that is easier to hear and understand. 1 Press {MENU} during an outside call. 2 To turn this feature on or off, press {3}. L You can also select “V.E. on” or “V.E. off” by pressing {V} or {^} then pressing {>}. g3=V.E. on 4=Caller IQ L When turned on, “J” will be displayed. Note: L Once you turn voice enhancer on, it will be activated for all outside calls until turned off. L You can also turn this feature on or off by programming (page 39). L Depending on the condition and quality of your telephone line, this feature may emphasize existing line noise. If it becomes difficult to hear, turn this feature off. Clarity booster This feature can improve sound clarity when the handset is used in an area where there may be interference. During an outside call, this feature will be turned on automatically when necessary. This feature will turn off when you hang up or put a call on hold. It will not turn off automatically during a call. You can also turn this feature on or off manually. 1 Press {MENU} during an outside call. 2 Press {2} to select “Booster on” or “Booster off”. L You can also select “Booster on” or “Booster off” by pressing {V} or {^} then pressing {>}. 1=Phonebook g2=Booster on L While this feature is turned on, “BOOST” will flash on the display. Note: L If this feature is turned off manually during a call, it will not be turned on automatically during the same call. L While this feature is turned on, battery operating time will be shortened (page 12). L KX-TG5433 only: The maximum number of extensions which can be used at a time may decrease when using this feature. Call share (KX-TG5432 and KXTG5433 only) When another handset is on an outside call, this feature allows you to join that call. To join a conversation, press {C} or {s} when the other handset is on an outside call. L “Conference” will be displayed. For assistance, please call 1-800-211-PANA (7262). Making/Answering Calls PAUSE button (for PBX/long distance service users) A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance service. For example, if you need to dial the line access number “9” when making outside calls with a PBX: 1 Press {9}. 2 Press {PAUSE}, then dial the phone number. Example: 9P15556667777 KFlash CallL 3 Press {C}, {s}, or {Call}. Note: L A 3.5 second pause is inserted each time {PAUSE} is pressed. Press repeatedly to insert longer pauses. Flash button Pressing {Flash} allows you to use special features of your host PBX such as transferring an extension call, or accessing optional telephone services such as Call Waiting. Example: Talk 00-00-20 KFlash Note: L To change the flash time, see page 40. For Call Waiting service users To use Call Waiting, you must subscribe to your telephone company’s Call Waiting service. This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. If you receive a call while on the phone, you will hear a Call Waiting tone. Press {Flash} to answer the 2nd call. L The 1st call is put on hold while you answer the 2nd call. L To switch between calls, press {Flash}. Note: L Please contact your telephone company for details and availability of this service in your area. Temporary tone dialing (for rotary/pulse service users) You can temporarily switch the dialing mode to tone when you need to access touch tone services (for example, answering services, telephone banking services, etc.). Press {*} (TONE) before...
