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I am using an AT&T two-line speakerphone, ML 17939. It seems

 
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I am using an AT&T two-line speakerphone, ML 17939. It seems to be dialing just fine, but when I put an extension in, some of the keypad buttons do no work, especially the 3 and sometimes the 4 and 7.

 



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I've tried changing the batteries. That's about all. I'm thinking the keypad is bad. The phone was a couple years old. Maybe time to get a new one, but I thought they could be reset or something

Submitted: 340 days and 6 hours ago.
Category: Phone Systems
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Expert:  Greg A. replied 340 days ago.

Hello & Welcome,

Sorry I didn't see your question earlier.

I'm not sure exactly what you mean by "put an extension in". Can you explain a bit more?

Also, do the keys on this unit "feel" smooth when you touch them, or do they seem to "stick" when you push them?

Thanks

Customer replied 340 days ago.

Greg, what I mean by putting in an extension in is after I dialed the primary number, and an extension is needed. Those numbers do not always go in. Or if I'm putting others numbers and such as a passcode to get into a conference call that doesn't always go in. I don't think the key is your sticking I can't feel that.it seems like the number 3 is the worst I've also seen it happen on a 4 and 7
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Expert:  Greg A. replied 340 days ago.

Hi again.

OK - Usually you can hear a "tone" when you push the keys for these automated services. When you press those keys - especially the 3 key - do you hear these tones and if so do they sound "intermittent" or cut on and off?

What I am thinking it that the key contacts could be a bit dirty or worn - especially if the system is "well used" over the years.

I do see that these phones are still available (through Amazon), if you would be interested in getting a replacement. I have found that some phones you can get into and try to clean the contacts, but this particular phone is very difficult to get apart and back together successfully, if I remember correctly (haven't seen one in the shop for a couple of years).

Please let me know what you hear when you try the "key tone test" or if you have more questions.

Thanks, XXXXX XXXXX

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