Line Keys and Softkeys41-001452-05 REV02 – 07.2014 81BLF/XferThe BLF key allows one or more extensions to be monitored, and once there is any state change with those extensions, thekey shows the status of the monitored lines. The Xfer key allows a call to be transferred to other recipients blindly or con-sultatively. The BLF/Xfer key combines the BLF and Xfer key's functionality together allowing the user to transfer calls oruse BLF with one key.BLF/Xfer Key Requirements and Functionality• BLF/Xfer and BLFA BLF/Xfer key can be configured for subscribing to an extension and monitor the status of the extension, similar to theBLF key functionality. Changes of the state of the monitored extension are indicated by a LED / Icon.• BLF/Xfer and Blind Transfer CallsWhen the focused line is in the “Connected” state, pressing the BLF/Xfer key transfers the call to the extension uncondi-tionally, disregarding the status of the monitored extension.• If transferring a call to an extension fails, a message “Transfer Failed” displays on the phone, and you can reconnect thecall (get the call back) by pressing the line key again.• BLF/Xfer and Call ForwardWhen the focused line is in the “Ringing” state, pressing the BLF/Xfer key forwards the call to the extension uncondi-tionally, disregarding the status of the monitored extension.• BLF/Xfer and Speed DialWhen the focused line and the monitored extension are idle, pressing the BLF/Xfer key causes the phone to go offhookand dial the number of the extension.Note:It is recommended that you enable the “Switch UI Focus to Ringing Line” parameter when using the BLF/Xfer feature.For more information about this parameter, see “Preferred Line and Preferred Line Timeout” on page 165.
