How to use the NEC G-Series handset. Image Turning the handset on/offPress and hold the RED phone (on hook/clear/power) key for a few seconds.Locking/unlocking the handsetIn idle mode (no active calls or other functions):LOCKING - Press OK then the LOCK softkey.UNLOCKING - Press OK then the UNLOCK softkey.Answering a callPress the GREEN phone key (Off hook).Ending a callPress the RED phone (on hook/clear/power) key.Making a callType the required number.Press the GREEN phone key (Off hook).Loudspeaking modeDuring a call, press the SPK ON softkey.To deactivate press the SPK OFF softkey.Muting a callDuring a call, press the MUTE softkey.To reactivate the microphone, press the UNMUTE softkey.Adjusting volumeDuring a call, press the volume up or volume down buttons on the left side of the phone.Consultation callsDuring a call press the GREEN phone key.Dial the number of the party you wish to consult and talk to this party.You can toggle between the two parties by pressing the GREEN phone key.Transferring a callDuring a call ask the connected party to hold.Press the GREEN phone key.Dial the number you wish to transfer the call to and wait for them to answer.Press the RED phone key to transfer the call.Diverting incoming callsTo set:Press the GREEN phone key.Dial *21 followed by either the 6 digit University extension (517000 for voicemail) or 9 followed by the external number.Press the RED phone key.To cancel:Press the GREEN phone key.Dial #21.Press the RED phone key.Listening to voicemail messagesRelevant to University voicemail subscribers only. If you are not yet a subscriber, guidelines are online at the link below:University voicemailIn idle mode, press the Menu softkey.Select Messaging, Inbox and the Listen to voicemail.NB - If the number displayed under the Listen to voicemail option is not 517000 then you will need to change this first.Creating a shortcutIn idle mode, press the Menu softkey.Select Settings, General and then Shortcuts.This will allow you to assign a function to one of the navigational keys.Creating a contactIn idle mode, press the Menu softkey.Select Settings then New Contact.Press the Add softkey and you will then be prompted to enter the number.Press the Save softkey and you will then be prompted to enter the name.Press the Save softkey again and you will then be prompted to confirm the details.Creating a speed dialIn idle mode, press the Menu softkey.Select Contacts.Select the contact you want to assign and press the More softkey.Choose Speed dial and press OK.Scroll to the speed dialling key number that you want and press the Add or Replace softkey.Dialling a speed dialTo use the speed dial(s) you have programmed, press and hold the relevant number on the keypad.Related Links Document Dect cordless G-Series user guide PDF (99.66 KB / PDF) This article was published on 2024-10-08