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Placing calls on your Cisco 7960/40 Series IP Phone
15.7. Placing calls on your Cisco 7960/40 Series IP Phone
Making an External Call
Several options exist for you to make an external call from your telephone. You may use any of the following options: the handset (traditional), the speakerphone, or the keypad (direct dialing).
…using the Handset
- Lift the handset.
- Press 9 (or the digit that is required to access an outside line). An outside line is automatically selected.
- Dial the desired number, including “1” and the area code, if required.
…using the Speakerphone
- Press the SPEAKER button.
- Press 9 (or the digit that is required to access an outside line). An outside line is automatically selected.
- Dial the desired number, including “1” and the area code, if required.
…using the Keypad
- Press 9 (or the digit that is required to access an outside line)
- Dial the desired number, including “1” and the area code, if required.
- Press the Dial Soft Key, Pick up the Handset, or Press the Speaker button to initiat the call.