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To use Zoom for audio/phone conferencing only, follow the instructions below to host a conference call with local and remote participants. Participants can easily join and leave the session at their convenience using the device of their choosing).
Setup and Start a Zoom Audio Conference
Each Zoom account comes with 10-digit Conference IDs that are static and can be shared with participants at any time.
- Login to Zoom
- Go to Personal Audio Conference tab on the left-hand menu. Then, click Enable personal audio conference if prompted.
- To begin a call, click on Start Conference
- You can then start the conference by either calling in or being called. We recommend having the system call you using the option on the right. If you choose to manually join from your phone, you will dial the toll free number and enter in the Conference ID followed by the # key. As the host, you will then enter your Host Key number followed by the # key. Note: The host key can be found back on the Personal Audio Conference tab after clicking the "Show" button.
In-Meeting Features
- Mute an individual or all participants
- Record the session
- Invite additional participants to the meeting (by dialing them in directly or inviting via email)
- Lock the number of participants so that others can't continue to join
- Hang up the call and/or end the meeting.
Other Frequently Asked Questions
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