Calling features help

Select a calling feature from the list below for more information on how to use it.

Refer to our star commands user guide for quick access to info on star (*) commands.

Calling feature	What it does
3 Way Calling	Lets you add a third party to your existing call.
Anonymous Caller ID	Prompts anonymous callers to unblock their phone number or say their name.
Call Director	Lets you decide how to handle incoming calls when you're already on the phone.
Call Display	Displays the names and numbers of incoming calls.
Caller Reveal	Instructs "unknown" callers to identify themselves.
Call Forwarding Variable Busy No Answer Fixed Advanced	Forwards your calls to any number you choose.
Call Gate™	Lets you restrict outbound calls.
Call Return	Lets you find out the last number that called your line or monitor a busy line so you can get through when it’s free.
Call Screen	Intercepts calls from preselected numbers and routes them to a standard recording.
Call Trace	Allows you to immediately activate a trace of the last incoming call in the event of threatening, harassing, or obscene phone calls.
Call Waiting	Alerts you to incoming calls when you're on the phone.
Do Not Disturb®	Prevents unauthorized calls from ringing your phone.
Internet Call Director	Lets you manage incoming calls from your computer.
Per Call Blocking	Prevents your name and number from being displayed when you call someone who has Call Display.
Smart Ring®	Gives you a second phone no. on your existing line. Each number has a distinctive ring so you know who the call is meant for.
Talking Call Waiting	Hear the names of incoming callers when you're on the phone.
Visual Call Waiting	Shows you the names and numbers of incoming callers when you're on the phone.
Voice Mail	Takes messages from callers whether you're on the phone or away from it. Loaded with great features to manage your messages, including Web access to your mailbox.