External Feature Access - Panasonic KX-TA308 Installation Manual

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External Feature Access

Allows an extension user to access special features (e.g. Call Waiting) offered by the Central
Office or host PBX. This is done by placing the current call on hold and sending a flash
signal using either the FLASH button or the feature number. This feature is effective only
during an outside call.
• When "MODE2" is selected in program [110] and the FLASH button is pressed for
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longer than the time programmed in [418], this feature will not work.
• The flash time must be assigned in program [418] as required by the host PBX or outside
(CO) line.
• Required System Programming
[110] Flash Key Mode
[418] Flash Time
• Related Feature References
Flash, Host PBX Access
• Operating Instructions Reference
1.7 Useful Features, "External Feature Access"
Flash
The FLASH button is used to allow a proprietary telephone user to disconnect the current
call and originate another call without hanging up. This is activated when "MODE2" is
selected in program [110] and the FLASH button is pressed for longer than the time
programmed in [418]. When "MODE1" is selected in program [110], the FLASH button can
be used to access features of the Central Office or host PBX (External Feature Access). It is
performed by putting the current party on hold and sending a flash signal while having an
outside call.
• Assigning the External Feature Access feature to any flexible button is useful when
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"MODE 2" was selected in program [110]. This can be done from any extension by
assigning the FLASH button to a One-Touch Dialing button (
1.2 Proprietary Telephone Settings, "Customizing the Buttons on Your Telephone", One-
Touch Access for System Features). When the assigned button is pressed, a flash signal
is sent during the programmed time in [418].
• Required System Program Address
[110] Flash Key Mode
[418] Flash Time
• Operating Instructions Reference
1.7 Useful Features, "External Feature Access"
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Features
3 Features
Operating Instructions,