Priority Calling

This feature allows you to call another telephone with a distinctive signal that tells the called party the incoming call requires immediate attention. The person you are calling can then handle the call accordingly.

Placing a Priority Call

Pick up your handset and dial *17 followed by the telephone number you wish to call. These features will activate once per call, call by call. This feature is sometimes applied to a feature button for easy access. Please see your telephone's user manual for information on how to do this.

Getting Help

For additional assistance with this feature, please contact the ITS Communications Services Group (CSG) at 213-740-3814 or clarify-dispatch@usc.edu.