Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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Product Troubleshooting
Problem:
How do I record an announcement on my answering system ?
Solution:
Tip 1 of 1
To record a new outgoing announcement:
1. Press MENU/SELECT in idle mode.
2. Press ▲ or ▼ to scroll to Answering sys, then press MENU/SELECT .
3. Press MENU/SELECT to select Announcement.
4. The screen displays Play [2] Del [3] Rec [7] and it announces, “To play, press 2. To record, press 7.” Press 7 to record. The handset announces, “Record after the tone. Press 5 when you are done.”
5. After the tone, speak towards the handset microphone. Press 5 to end recording. The newly recorded announcement automatically plays. To listen to the recorded announcement again,wait after playback has completed, then press 2.
Note:
You may want to reference your product manual.
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