1.11 Conversation FeaturesFeature Guide 1591.11.4 Headset OperationDescriptionThis PBX allows the use of headset-compatible PTs. A PT user can talk to another party without lifting thehandset.For connection and operation, refer to the Operating Instructions for the headset.This feature is also known as Handset/Headset Selection.Conditions• Hardware Requirement: An optional headset.• If headset mode is on, pressing the SP-PHONE button activates the headset, not the built-in speaker.• To set headset mode on a DPT, use personal programming (Headset Operation) or press the Headsetbutton. To set headset mode on an APT, use the handset/headset selector provided on the set and/oron the headset.• Headset ButtonA flexible button on a DPT can be customised as a Headset button. It is possible to assign a Headsetbutton to a flexible button on an APT, but the button will not function.• Answer/Release ButtonA flexible button can be customised as an Answer button or a Release button. Such buttons are usefulfor headset operation. It is possible to answer an incoming call by pressing an Answer button. Whilehearing the Call Waiting tone during a conversation, pressing an Answer button enables one to answerthe second call by placing the current call on hold. Pressing a Release button enables one to disconnectthe line during or after conversation, or to complete a Call Transfer.• It is possible to switch from headset mode to hands-free mode or vice versa during a conversation bypressing the Headset button.• Headset users cannot use the following features:– Automatic Redial (→ 1.6.1.4 Last Number Redial)– Receiving OHCA (→ 1.8.4.3 Off-hook Call Announcement (OHCA))– Receiving Whisper OHCA (→ 1.8.4.4 Whisper OHCA)Programming Manual ReferencesPC Programming Manual2.7.5 [1-1] Slot—Extension Port—Headset OFF/ON (for DPT, DPT(S-DPT), S-Hybrid, or S-Hybrid(S-DPT)port)2.7.38 [1-1] Slot—IP-Extension Port—IP-PT Registration and De-registration—Headset OFF/ON2.10.5 [4-1-4] Wired Extension—Flexible Button—Type2.10.17 [4-3] DSS Console—Flexible Button—TypePT Programming ManualNoneFeature Guide References1.20.2 Flexible Buttons