Features of your Cisco Unified IP PhoneThe Cisco Unified IP Conference Phone 8831 is a full-featured single line conference station that providesvoice communication over an IP network. It functions much like a digital business phone, allowing you toplace and receive calls and to access features such as mute, hold, transfer, speed dial, call forward, and more.In addition, because conference stations connect to your data network, they offer enhanced IP telephonyfeatures, including access to network information and services, and customizable features and services.The conference station provides a backlit LCD screen, support for up to ten speed-dial numbers, and a varietyof other sophisticated functions. Optional microphone extension kits provide enhanced room coverage thatcan be further expanded by linking two units together.In addition to basic call-handling features, your conference station can provide enhanced productivity featuresthat extend your call-handling capabilities. Depending on configuration, the conference station supports:• Access to network data, XML applications, and web-based services.• Online customizing of conference station features and services from your User Options web pages.• Buttons and hardware, page 1• Phone screen, page 8• Phone connections, page 10• General IP Phone information, page 14• Feature availability, page 15Buttons and hardwareThe Conference Phone has two primary components:• Display Control Unit (DCU)• Sound BaseIn addition, the following optional extension kits can be added to or used with the conference phone:• Wired Microphone Extension Kit• Wireless Microphone Extension Kit and ChargerCisco Unified IP Conference Phone 8831 User Guide for Cisco Unified Communications Manager 9.31