MMChapter 3, Modes of Operation18 Aastra – 2568-004Step Action Result1. Lift the handset The Speaker key lamp is offYou are now conversing using thehandsetMuteThe Mute key allows you to listen to a phone conversation while preventing others on thecall from hearing you and can be used with the speaker, the handset, or a headset.The Mute key can also be used to monitor the line when you are put on hold.Activate and Deactivate the Mute FeatureCondition:You are on a callStep Action Result1. Press The Mute key lamp is onYour voice will not be picked upby the microphone2. Press The Mute key lamp is offYou are able to verbally participatein the callHands Free Auto-AnswerThe Hands Free Auto-Answer (HFA) feature automatically connects to incoming callswithout any intervention from the user and turns off automatically when the caller hangsup. This feature can be used with a headset.Additional Information:• Only an extension or intercom line can be used with HFA.• A fast busy tone indicates that the HFA feature cannot be activated. See your systemadministrator.