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Cisco 7970 Series
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Cisco Unified IP Phone 7970 Series
Phone Guide for
Cisco Unified
Communications Manager 6.1(3)
(SCCP and SIP)

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Questions and Answers

  • H
    herrerasteveSep 3, 2025
    How to fix a blank screen on a Cisco IP Phone?
    • M
      Monica WilliamsSep 3, 2025
      If your Cisco IP Phone screen is blank, wake the touchscreen by pressing it, lifting the handset, or pressing any button.
  • T
    tiffanyreynoldsSep 1, 2025
    What to do if the softkey I want doesn't appear on my Cisco 7970?
    • M
      michaelcampbellSep 1, 2025
      If a softkey is missing on your Cisco IP Phone, try these steps: First, press the 'more' button to see if additional softkeys are available. Second, change the line state by going off-hook or managing a connected call. Lastly, the phone might not be configured to support the feature associated with the softkey.
  • S
    Sandra WarrenAug 31, 2025
    Why can't I hear a dial tone on my Cisco IP Phone?
    • M
      Miranda DanielAug 31, 2025
      There are several reasons why you might not be able to hear a dial tone or complete a call on your Cisco IP Phone. You might need to log into the Extension Mobility service, or you may have to enter a client matter code or forced authorization code after dialing. Additionally, your phone could have time-of-day restrictions that prevent certain features from working during specific hours.
  • J
    Judy CraigAug 29, 2025
    Why does CallBack fail on my Cisco IP Phone?
    • K
      Kirsten VelazquezAug 29, 2025
      CallBack might fail on your Cisco IP Phone if the other party has call forwarding enabled.
  • D
    Daniel GibsonAug 27, 2025
    What to do if I cannot hear a dial tone or complete a call on my Cisco 7970?
    • A
      Adam MillerAug 27, 2025
      If you cannot hear a dial tone or complete a call on your Cisco IP Phone, you may need to log into the Extension Mobility service. It is also possible that you must enter a client matter code (CMC) or forced authorization code (FAC) after dialing a number, but this applies to SCCP phones only. Another possibility is that your phone has time-of-day restrictions that prevent you from using some features during certain hours of the day.
  • D
    Dawn WrightAug 26, 2025
    Why Barge fails and results in a fast busy tone on my Cisco IP Phone?
    • C
      cody72Aug 26, 2025
      Barge on your Cisco IP Phone might fail, resulting in a fast busy tone because you cannot barge an encrypted call if the phone you are using is not configured for encryption. When your barge attempt fails for this reason, your phone plays a fast busy tone.
  • M
    Mrs. Kim PhillipsAug 25, 2025
    Why the softkey that I want to use does not appear on my Cisco 7970?
    • A
      Angela ProctorAug 25, 2025
      If the softkey that you want to use does not appear on your Cisco IP Phone, you may need to press the 'more' button to reveal additional softkeys. Alternatively, you might need to change the line state by going off-hook or having a connected call. It's also possible that your phone is not configured to support the feature associated with that softkey.
  • J
    John StevensAug 22, 2025
    How to fix a blank screen on my Cisco 7970 IP Phone?
    • H
      Heather ChenAug 22, 2025
      To wake up a blank Cisco IP Phone screen, try pressing the touchscreen, lifting the handset, or pressing any button.

Summary

Getting Started

Using this Guide

Explains guide usage and points to common sections.

Safety and Performance Information

Covers power outages and external device impacts on phone performance.

Cisco Product Security Overview

Details product's cryptographic features and export law compliance.

Connecting Your Phone

Connecting Your Phone

Instructions for connecting the Cisco Unified IP Phone to the network.

Removing the Hookswitch Clip

Step-by-step guide to remove the hookswitch clip from the phone.

Adjusting Phone Physical Features

Covers adjusting handset rest and footstand for optimal use.

An Overview of Your Phone

Understanding Buttons and Hardware

Identifies and describes the phone's buttons and hardware components.

Understanding Line and Call Icons

Explains icons indicating line and call states.

Basic Call Handling

Placing a Call

Provides methods for placing calls via handset, speakerphone, or headset.

Answering a Call

Details various methods for answering incoming calls.

Ending a Call

Explains how to end calls using different methods.

Using Hold and Resume

Describes how to put calls on hold and resume them.

Advanced Call Handling

Speed Dialing

Explains how to set up and use speed dial features.

Storing and Retrieving Parked Calls

Covers methods for parking and retrieving calls.

Using Barge to Add Yourself to a Shared-Line Call

Explains how to use barge features to join shared line calls.

Prioritizing Critical Calls

Explains how to handle urgent or critical calls using MLPP.

Using Cisco Extension Mobility

Covers temporarily configuring a phone to your user profile.

Using a Handset, Headset, and Speakerphone

Using Audio Devices

Explains how to use handset, headset, and speakerphone with the phone.

Using AutoAnswer

Describes how to enable and use the AutoAnswer feature for incoming calls.

Changing Phone Settings

Customizing Rings and Message Indicators

Details customizing ring tones and voice message indicators.

Customizing the Touchscreen

Explains adjusting touchscreen brightness, angle, and background.

Using Call Logs and Directories

Using Call Logs

Covers viewing, erasing, and dialing from call logs.

Directory Dialing

Explains using corporate and personal directories for dialing.

Using Personal Directory on Your Phone

Covers setting up and using PAB and Fast Dials.

Using the Cisco Unified CM User Options Web Pages

Accessing Your User Options Web Pages

Guides on logging into and navigating User Options web pages.

Configuring Features and Services on the Web

Describes configuring phone features and services via web pages.

Controlling Line Settings on the Web

Details managing line settings like call forwarding and message indicators.

Setting Up Phones and Access Lists for Mobile Connect

Guides on configuring phones and access lists for mobile connectivity.

Understanding Additional Configuration Options

Understanding Additional Configuration Options

Overviews configuration options for handling more calls, lines, or speed dials.

Sharing phones or office space with coworkers

Discusses features for collaboration like Call Park, Pickup, and Shared Lines.

Troubleshooting Your Phone

General Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common phone issues like no dial tone or blank screen.

Viewing Phone Administration Data

Guides on accessing network, status, and model info for troubleshooting.

Using the Quality Reporting Tool

Explains using QRT for reporting performance problems.

Cisco One-Year Limited Hardware Warranty Terms

Cisco One-Year Limited Hardware Warranty Terms

Outlines the terms and conditions of the hardware warranty.

Cisco 7970 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProtocolsSIP, SCCP
Ethernet10/100 Mbps
PowerIEEE 802.3af PoE or AC adapter
Headset PortDedicated headset port
SpeakerphoneFull-duplex
Audio CodecsG.711, G.729a, iLBC

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