Cisco IP 7940 User Manual

Customized User Guide 7940/7960
Confidential
CISCO IP 7940
1
Handset with
indicator light
Functions like a traditional handset. The light strip at the top of the
handset blinks when the phone rings and can be set to remain lit when
you receive a voice mail message.
2
LCD screen Displays features such as the time, date, your phone number, caller ID,
line/call status and soft key tabs.
3
Cisco IP
Phone model
type
Indicates your Cisco IP Phone model.
4
Line or speed
dial button
Opens a new line or speed dials the number on the LCD screen. Phones
in the Cisco IP Phone 7960 series have six line or speed dial buttons and
phones in the 7940 series have two.
5
Foot stand
adjustment
Allows you to adjust the angle of the phone base.
6
Directories
button
Provides access to call histories and directories.
7
? Button Displays help on your LCD screen for a phone button or function.

Cisco IP 7940 Specifications

General

Audio Codec Support	G.711, G.729a
Speakerphone	Yes
Line Buttons	2
Display	LCD
Protocol Support	SCCP, SIP
Ethernet Ports	2 x 10/100Base-TX
Power Options	Power over Ethernet (PoE), AC adapter
Weight	3.5 lb (1.6 kg)

Summary

Cisco IP 7940 Phone Overview and Controls

Handset and Indicator Light

Functions like a traditional handset. Light strip blinks when ringing or lit for new voice mail.

LCD Screen Features

Displays time, date, caller ID, line/call status, and soft key tabs.

Line and Speed Dial Buttons

Opens a new line or speed dials. 7940 has two buttons, 7960 has six.

Directories Button Functionality

Provides access to call histories and directories.

Help (?) Button

Displays help on the LCD screen for a phone button or function.

Cisco IP 7940 Phone Buttons and Functions

Settings and Services Buttons

Access phone settings, network config, status, and available phone services.

Audio Control Buttons

Mute, speaker, and headset toggles. Volume controls handset, speakerphone, and contrast.

Navigation and Dial Pad

Scroll through text, select features, and dial numbers like a traditional phone.

Soft Keys for Dynamic Functions

Engage functions displayed on LCD screen tabs; options change based on phone status.