Landline Phone Features That You Need
Add Convenience and
Control to Your Phone Service
Whether you’re a busy household or a local business, CalTel’s calling features give you more flexibility, security, and peace of mind. You can customize your phone service to suit how you live and work—right here in Calaveras County.
Calling Feature Benefits
Calling Features for Home & Business
Popular Landline
Calling Features
CalTel phone service includes a variety of practical, easy-to-use features to keep you connected — whether you’re calling from home or managing your business.
Need help deciding which ones are right for you? Just give us a call — we’re always happy to help.
Common Easy-to-Use Features
Customize Your Landline to Fit Your Home or Business
Why Choose CalTel
Calling Features?
These features do more than make life easier—they help keep your conversations secure and your connections running smoothly.
Plus, with CalTel’s local team right here at home, help is never far when you need it.
Calling Features That Actually Help
Choose Your Calling Features
These features aren’t just about convenience—they help make your everyday communications safer and more efficient.
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Activate Code | Deactivate Code | |
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| Caller ID
Lets you see the number of who is calling before you answer the phone unless the number is blocked or unavailable. Must have Caller ID display unit. Includes Anonymous Call Rejection. |
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| Anonymous Call Rejection W/O Caller ID
Reject calls from people who have chosen to keep their name and/or number private. |
*77 | *87 | |
| Call Waiting
Use your telephone without missing other calls. A special tone alerts you to a waiting call. To answer the call and put the person you are talking to on hold, flash the hook switch. |
*70 | ||
| Call Return
Allows you to place a call to the last person who called you. |
*69 | *89 | |
| Distinctive Ring
Identify which number is ringing when you have two numbers ringing to the same line — great for FAX machines or for teen ring. |
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| Three-Way Calling
Allows you to talk to two people, in two different places, at the same time, without the help of an operator. |
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| Selective Call Acceptance
Create a list of 10 numbers you wish to receive calls from. All other calls will receive an announcement that you are not accepting calls. |
*64 | In menu | |
| Call Block (Also known as Selective Call Rejection. )
Block up to 10 selected numbers (even if you don’t know the number) from calling. The caller will hear a short, polite message telling them that you are not receiving calls. All other calls are handled normally. |
*60 | In menu | |
| Speed Calling – 8 numbers
Call up to 8 frequently called numbers by dialing only 2 digits. |
*74 | In menu | |
| Speed Calling – 30 numbers
Call up to 30 frequently called numbers by dialing only 2 digits. |
*75 | ||
| Priority Call
Create a list of up to 10 important numbers that can be recognized by a special ringtone. Also allows call waiting calls to have a distinctive tone to identify your priority calls. |
*61 | In menu | |
| Call Back
Automatically checks a busy number for you for up to 30 minutes and alerts you with a special ring when the line is free. |
*66 | *86 | |
| Call Forwarding – Variable
Forward incoming calls to another number of your choice. |
*72 | *73 | |
| Call Forwarding – Fixed
Forwards calls to a number prearranged. |
*72 | *73 | |
| Call Forwarding – Delayed (No answer call forward.)
Forward incoming calls after 20 seconds of ringing. |
*58 | *59 | |
| Call Forwarding – Busy
Forward incoming calls to another number when your phone is busy. |
*90 | *91 | |
| Call Forwarding – Selective
Automatically forward up to 10 numbers you select to a number you choose. |
*63 | In menu | |
| Call Forwarding – Remote
Turn Call Forwarding on or off from any touchtone phone when you are away from home. |
Call for detailed instructions | ||
| Call Transfer
With a call on line, allows you to transfer the call to another party. |
Call for detailed instructions | ||
| Hunt Service (multiple lines)
Forwards call to another line if the main line is being used. |
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| Selective Call Block
Block the display of your number on a per call basis. Dial *67, wait for the dial tone and then dial the number you want to call. |
*67 | ||
| Complete Call Block
Prevents your number from being sent to the person or business you are calling. To display your number on a call, dial *82, wait for the dial tone and dial the number you want to call. |
*82 |
