Sony SPP-A972 Operating Instructions - Page 25

Basics Additional tasks To Do this Adjust the handset volume Set the VOL switch to H (high), M (middle) or L (low). Put a call on hold Press (HOLD). The LINE 1 or LINE 2 button will flash slowly. Press (LINE 1) or (LINE 2) to resume the conversation. Switch to tone dialing temporarily Press (*TONE) after you're connected. The line will remain in tone dialing until disconnected. Notes • When you increase the sound volume, in some cases the back ground noise may be increased as well. You should adjust the volume accordingly. • If your conversation is muted and "CHANNEL SEARCHING..." appears on the display, move closer to the base unit; otherwise, the call will be disconnected after one minute. Tips • If you pick up another phone connected to the same phone line, the hold will be automatically released and you will be able to resume conversation on that phone. • The LINE 1 or LINE 2 button on the handset double flashes in succession, when the base unit is used. If you press (LINE 1) or (LINE 2) whichever button is flashing, you can talk to the base unit and to the line connected. If the battery becomes weak during a call The handset will beep every three seconds five times and E and "BATTERY LOW" appears on the display. Finish your call and charge the battery pack. For optimum performance, charge the battery for a full 12 hours. Note that during the first 10 - 15 minutes of charging, the phone will be inactive, i.e., unable to make or receive a call. After this initial 10 - 15 minutes, you may be able to use the phone, but the battery duration will be very short; thus it is recommended that you fully charge the battery before the next usage. continued Basics 25US