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A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P Q R S T U
 
2 PSTN line system
A maximum of 2 separate telephone exchange lines can be connected (separate charge payable for DELs).
 
120 Dynamic channel allocation
Ensures best quality, interference free reception.
 
3-Way Calling
(A BT Select Service)***
Allows 3-way conference calling between one internal and 2 external callers or between 2 internal and one external caller.
 
Abbreviated number memory
Allows numbers to be stored. These numbers can be retrieved using a short dialling sequence.
 
Activity reports
Allows you to pull off a record of faxes sent or received.
 
Additional corded extensions
2 existing or new corded devices (e.g. faxes, answering machines, modems or telephones) can be connected to the system to create 2 extra extensions.
 
Alpha and numeric memory
Allows you to store a name with an associated telephone and/or fax number.
 
Alpha directory
Allows you to store names alphabetically with the associated telephone and fax number.
 
Answer-only facility
Answering machine can be set to playan outgoing message only and not allow a caller to leave a message.
 
Audible message alert
Lets you know that messages have been recorded by beeping slowly. This function can be switched off.
 
Auto fax/tel detection
Allows you to receive incoming faxes automatically.
 
Automatic ‘Switch to line’
This allows you to connect automatically to the telephone line when picking up the handset from rest, from base station or charging unit.
 
Automatic fallback
Will automatically reduce the speed of transmission to enable both machines to communicate at the same speed
 
Automatic redial
If a connection is not achieved, the fax machine will automatically redial a number of times.
 
Automatic time-out
The ability of a telephone device to return itself to the ‘on hook’ setting after a specified period of time should it accidentally be left ‘off hook’.
 
Auto-talk/standby
Automatically connects the line when the handset is lifted from the base.
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Base station/handset call barring
This will prevent certain numbers being dialled as stipulated by the user.
 
Broadcasting (fax)
Saves time by sending single documents to multiple destinations.
 
Buffer Memory
If the receiving paper has run out, faxes can be stored in the memory and printed later.
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Call barring
Allows you to bar all or certain outgoing calls except for pre-programmed numbers and emergency numbers (applies to handset barring, not line barring).
 
Call clarity™
An electronic signal processing system which enhances transmission and voice reception using noise reduction techniques.
 
Call diversion
(a BT Select Service)* Calls follow the customer to the phone of their choice (even if it’s a mobile) and appear to be answered as usual.
 
Call forwarding (internal)
Allows you to forward calls to another handset if you do not want to be disturbed or are unavailable to answer calls.
 
Call indicator light
Flashes when the phone is ringing. Ideal for people with special hearing needs or in a noisy environment.
 
Call intercept
This gives you the option to answer incoming calls from an extension on the same line, even if the answer machine has started to answer.
 
Call My Bill (a BT Select service)
  Use the ‘Call My Bill’ button to listen to the billing information about your last phone bill. You will need to have your account number ready for reference.  
     
  Call pick up  
  Allows you to pick up an incoming call from another handset.  
     
  CLI  
  View call information via the LCD such as the name or number (or both) of the person calling.  
     
  Call return (a BT Select Service)  
  Just dial ‘1471’ to hear the number of the last person who called, together with the time and date (unless withheld or from an exchange where the Calling Line Identity is not available).  
     
  Call screening  
  Allows you to hear an incoming caller so you can decide whether or not to take a call.  
     
  Call transfer  
  Allows transfer of calls between base units and/or cordless handsets.  
     
  Call transfer (fax)  
  Allows re-routing of telephones or fax calls to another number.  
     
  Call Waiting (a BT Select Service)*  
  When used with BT’s Call Waiting and Caller Display Services you can see the number of the second caller whilst engaged on another call. The name is also displayed if stored in the directory.  
     
  Cassette size and number  
  Denotes the size and recording time of a tape for an answering machine (eg, MC30 - micro cassette, 30 minutes recording time).  
     
  Channel switch  
  Enables switching between different analogue frequencies to obtain the best frequency for clarity during communication.  
     
  Channel auto-selection  
  Automatically selects the telephone’s operating channel to allow the clearest possible reception.  
     
  Noise reduction  
  Reduces background noise, providing much clearer reception at all times.  
     
  Mailboxes (with password protection)  
  Personalised mailbox where faxes or voice communication can be recorded and can only be accessed by a personal password.  
     
  Confidential transmission  
  Allows you to send a fax to a password protected fax machine (on the receiving side).  
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  DECT (Digitally Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications)  
  This is the standard for cordless communications. Using advanced digital radio techniques, it makes very efficient use of the available radio spectrum and provides high quality sound and extremely high security.  
     
  Dedicated channel seek button  
  Allows the selection of an alternative channel during a conversation.  
     
  Direct/indirect memories  
  Numbers stored in the fax machine’s memory can be dialled easily using a short dialling sequence.  
     
  Delayed transmission  
  Enables you to program a fax machine to send documents at a pre-arranged time. Useful when sending documents overseas.  
     
  Dial from Calls List  
  Automatically dials a number stored in the calls list.  
     
  Digital answering machine  
  Advanced digital recording technology does not require tapes.  
     
  Digital security  
  Prevents calls being overheard or picked up on other cordless handsets.  
     
  Document reception memory  
  Will store a set number of pages (number dependent on product) in the memory if your fax is out of paper. Number based on manufacturer’s standard document.  
     
  Dual access  
  If the fax machine to which you are sending is busy, documents can be placed in its memory and sent when the machine is free.  
     
  Duplex operation  
  Two channels available allowing two parties to speak and listen simultaneously. Used for handsfree speech.  
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  EEPROM chip  
  A programmable chip inserted into the telephone to permanently store numbers.  
     
  E-mail facility  
  Allows up to 5 separate accounts to have simple e-mail functions. Also includes fax send capability (text only). Password protection included.  
     
  End call/follow-on call function  
  Allows a follow-on call to be made without the need to replace the handset on the base.  
     
  Error correction mode  
  Ensures legibility of transmitted documents.  
     
  Error indication (answering machines)  
  Highlights that the machine is experiencing a problem (either by error code or by flashing error indicator).  
     
  Error indication (faxes)  
  Displays or prints out a message indicating unsuccessful fax transmissions.  
     
  Expandability  
  Extra handsets (extensions) can be used with a single base unit, without the need for additional wiring.  
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  Fax back  
  See Polling.  
     
  Fax forwarding  
  You can program the fax to forward faxes to another number.  
     
  Flexible call management  
  This includes collective ringing, ring priority, manual/automatic line selection.  
     
  Friends & Family  
  Using simple programming keys you can store and dial up to 10 Friends & Family numbers. You can inform BT of the numbers to qualify for your Friends & Family discount by using a dedicated button and following the instructions in the user guide. Your 10 numbers can include one mobile number and one international number. There is a limit of 30 numbers in any billing cycle.  
     
  Fully PBX working  
  Compatible with most switchboards.  
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  Grey scales (fax)  
  Better reproduction of non-text images such as drawings and photographs.  
     
  Group listening  
  See hands-free.  
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  Hands free dialling  
  Allows you to dial without lifting the handset.  
     
  Hands free operation  
  Time saving and convenient - allows you to hold a conversation without lifting the handset.  
     
  Hearing aid compatible  
  Improves sound quality for users of hearing aids. Switch hearing aid to T and move earpiece until you get clearer sound.  
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  Incoming calls list (name and number)  
  Stores a list of incoming calls. Names of callers will also be stored if the caller is already in the directory.  
     
  Individual transmission receipts  
  Confirmation of sent fax message after each transmission.  
     
  Interactive text services support using ADSI  
  For home banking, shopping and information services.  
     
  Inductive coupler  
  Helps people who wear hearing aids with a T switch to hear their caller more clearly.  
     
  Integrated handset  
  Phone and fax all in one.  
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  Keyguard  
  Prevents accidental dialling when activated.  
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  Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)  
  Displays numbers dialled. Also displays the numbers and names stored in the memory, clock, calculator and other visible information.  
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  Mailbox  
  Allows contacts to have individual mailboxes (accessible by a PIN) which can receive individual messages (fax or voice, dependent on product).  
     
  Manual/automatic answer  
  Select option where the user may receive faxes automatically or by manually answering the call and then pressing start if a fax transmission tone is heard.  
     
  Memo message facility  
  Allows you to record a message on the answering machine which someone can listen to later, instead of leaving a written note.  
     
  Memory without power  
  Allows you to disconnect the phone without losing the numbers stored in the memory (length of time dependent on product).  
     
  Memory - one touch/two touch  
  Allows you to make a telephone call or send a fax at the touch of one or two buttons.  
     
  Menu options  
  Shows status and allows easy navigation through menus.  
     
  Message forwarding  
  Allows incoming messages to be automatically forwarded to you at another number.  
     
  Message save and reset  
  Saves messages and resets the machine ready to accept further incoming calls.  
     
  Modem speed  
  The maximum modem speed expressed in kbps.  
     
  Monitor button  
  Allows you to hear if a call is answered without lifting the handset.  
     
  Multifunctionality  
  Print, scan, copy, send and receive faxes on a single machine.  
     
  Multi-handset facility  
  Additional cordless handsets can be used with one base station to provide a telephone system for home or business use.  
     
  Multiple last number redial  
  Ability to select from a list of previously dialled numbers.  
     
  Music on hold  
  Callers are entertained with music whilst being put on hold, reassuring them that they have not been cut off.  
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  Name and number directory  
  Allows you to store names and telephone numbers which can be easily accessed for dialling out.  
     
  Navigator  
  User friendly, multi-directional keys allow for quick and easy access to all functions.  
     
  Number memory  
  Allows you to store and dial numbers at the touch of a button.  
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  On-hook dialling  
  Allows you to dial a number without lifting the handset.  
     
  On-hook volume control
 
  Allows an adjustment to the volume whilst the handset is in the cradle.  
     
  Optional PC interface  
  Allows you to connect your fax machine directly to a PC. With additional software (purchased separately), you can receive and send faxes, print and scan directly onto a PC.  
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  Page memory  
  Allows pages to be stored in memory for quick sending or receiving whilst out of paper.  
     
  Paging facility  
  Allows the handset to be paged by the base unit.  
     
  Password protection  
  Prevents unauthorised access to directories including calls list.  
     
  Pause (answering machine)  
  Allows playback of messages to be stopped temporarily.  
     
  Pause (phone)  
  Allows you to insert a pause when dialling. For use with switchboards. PC print resolution The number of dots per inch used to define the print quality.  
     
  PC interface  
  Allows you to connect your fax machine directly to a PC. With additional software (purchased separately), you can receive and send faxes, print and scan directly onto a PC.  
     
  Polling  
  Allows you to retrieve a document from another fax machine, or for another fax machine to retrieve a document from your fax machine. Also called Fax back.  
     
  Pre-dialling facility with DIAL button  
  When dialling a number it appears in the display allowing you to check that it is correct. The number can then be dialled by pressing the DIAL button.  
     
  Pre-recorded outgoing message  
  A pre-recorded message on an answering machine (this can be overwritten with your own outgoing message)  
     
  Print engine  
  The type of engine technology. Used (ie, thermal, thermal transfer, inkjet, LED and laser).  
     
  Printer port  
  Can connect a small printer to print out e-mails/ faxes and other useful information.  
     
  Private playback  
  Lets you listen privately to messages left on your answering machine using your telephone handset.  
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  Quickdial  
  Allows you to use numbers stored in the memory under the keypad.  
     
  Quick disconnect  
  Plantronics’ Quick Disconnect clip allows you to simply and easily disconnect your headset from your telephone. If a call is in progress, it will be placed on hold until you reconnect the clip.  
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  Recall  
  Used when transferring calls, for using certain BT Select Services and with switchboards.  
     
  Redial button  
  Allows you to redial the last number you dialled. Also called ‘Last number redial’.  
     
  Remote access  
  This enables you to access your answering machine from another tone dialling phone. You can playback, fast forward, rewind or delete messages using a TouchTone™ keypad. A PIN number prevents unauthorised access.  
     
  Remote change of announcement  
  Allows you to change your outgoing message from another telephone.  
     
  Remote programming
 
  The ability to change the settings of a telephone device from a remote location over the telephone network. e.g. changing the tariff settings on a payphone.  
     
  Remote reporting  
  Allows remote reporting of the status of a telephone device from a remote location over the telephone network. e.g. the amount of cash taken by a payphone at any given moment.  
     
  Remote switch-on  
  Allows you to switch on the answering machine remotely.  
     
  Reset button  
  Allows you to make follow-on calls without replacing the handset.  
     
  Rotary feature  
  Facilitates rapid access to your directory, volume and calculator control.  
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  Save button  
  Saves a dialled number to be recalled at a later date.  
     
  Scroll up/down keys  
  Allows you to scroll up or down through the calls list or directory.  
     
  Secrecy button  
  Allows you to speak to someone else in the room without your caller hearing the conversation.  
     
  Security code  
  For use when accessing your answering machine remotely. The code prevents other people accessing your messages and although pre-programmed can usually be easily changed.  
     
  Shortcut menu  
  Can store shortcuts for the most frequently used functions.  
     
  Silent fax reception  
  Faxes can be received automatically without the need for the machine to ring.  
     
  Simultaneous internal/ external calls  
  One handset can make an outgoing call while other handsets are engaged on internal calls.  
     
  Skip forwards and backwards  
  Allows you to move forwards or backwards through messages.  
     
  Smart redial  
  Remembers the pauses between numbers you dial. This is useful for calling home banking or automated services.  
     
  Sound Enhancement System™  
  A tone control switch featured on Plantronics’ Encore headset. This allows you to choose between bass and treble settings, in order to alter the sound of your caller’s voice for optimum comfort in listening.  
     
  SoundGuard Plus®  
  A feature integrated into Plantronics’ bases, which reduces continuous loud tones quickly, caps popping and ensures that the caller’s normal tone of voice remains natural and unchanged.  
     
  Speech amplification  
  Amplifies incoming or outgoing speech so that you can choose the setting that best suits your needs.  
     
  Speed dialling  
  Quick access to numbers stored in the memory.  
     
  Standard/fine resolution  
  Allows better transmission of photographs.  
     
  Standard/fine/superfin/photo resolution  
  Allows you to select a suitable resolution for fax transmissions. Photo transmission normally allows transmission using grey scales (a selection of different densities of black, giving higher definition to light and dark colours).  
     
  Status/error indicator
 
  Displays the progress of outgoing and incoming faxes.  
     
  Switch on (via PIN)  
  Allows you to switch on your answering machine remotely by using a security number (either pre-set or programmable, depending on the product).  
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  Talktime/standby  
  Handsets switch to standby mode when not in use and therefore do not need to be recharged as frequently.  
     
  Telephone assistant  
  Includes calendar, calculator with tabulation, currency and unit/ measures conversion, notepad, world time (with alarm) and international dialling codes.  
     
  TAM  
  Telephone Answering Machine  
     
  Time and day stamp  
  The built-in voice tells you the time and day when a message was left.  
     
  TouchTone™ dialling  
  Callers on modern digital exchanges benefit from faster connections and can access a wide range of extra services.  
     
  Transmission report (tax)  
  Confirms documents have been sent to the intended recipient.  
     
  Two-way handset charging  
  Allows you to charge the handset either facing down or facing up on the base.  
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  Uni-directional microphone  
  A microphone sensitive to, and picking up sound from one particular direction.  
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  *A quarterly fee is payable ***A quarterly fee and charge per use is payable.  
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