Unlike most telephone companies, Armstrong does not charge you an extra fee for calling features. Here is a brief guide to using these features:
Feature | Description | Usage |
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Anonymous Call Rejection | Incoming calls from blocked telephone numbers receive a message that you do not accept calls from blocked numbers | Dial *77 to activate, *87 to deactivate |
Call Blocking | Callers included on this list are blocked but hear a message that you are not currently accepting calls | Manage this feature online |
Call Forwarding | Send your incoming calls to another telephone number | Dial *72, after tone dial number to forward calls to; to cancel *73 |
Call Waiting | Allows you to receive a second call while talking on the telephone | Press receiver or flash button to toggle between calls |
Caller ID | Displays the name and number of incoming callers when available | Must have a compatible telephone or caller ID unit |
Caller ID Blocking | Blocks your telephone number on a per call basis | Dial *67 then your number; to unblock dial *82 then your number |
Do Not Disturb | Incoming calls receive a message that you are not currently accepting calls | Dial *78 to activate, *79 to deactivate |
Return Call | Automatically redial the last incoming call, when available | Dial *69 to activate, *89 to cancel |
Repeat Call | Automatically redials a busy telephone number | Dial *66 to activate, *86 to cancel |
Selective Call Forwarding | Send select incoming calls to another telephone number | Manage this feature online |
Schedule Call Forwarding | Automatically forward incoming calls to another telephone number based on your schedule | Manage this feature online |
Speed Calling | Dial your favorite numbers by entering a number 2-8 and then # | Manage this feature online |
Three Way Calling | Allows you to host a mini-conference call | Press receiver to place first call on hold, dial the third person's number, press the receiver button to add the first person to the call |
900/976 Call Blocking | Calls to these telephone numbers are blocked | Block may not be removed |
Call Trace | Logs a telephone number to provide to authorities by subpoena | Dial *57 after receiving a threatening or harassing call |
Directory Assistance Block | Blocks outbound calls to directory assistance | Manage this feature online |
International Toll Restriction | Blocks outbound calls to International telephone numbers | Manage this feature online |
Voice Mail | Allows incoming callers to leave a recorded message when you're unable to answer the phone. | Dial *98 to access your voice mail. Click here to learn more. |