Audio Conferencing

Audio Conferencing

Meetings on the Fly with WCTA Audio Conferencing

On demand audio conferencing from WCTA is an easy-to-use service that can enhance your business productivity. Audio Conferencing offers a complete solution capable of hosting large groups with no reservations required and no time limits imposed. Simply dial the conference number and enter your identification code. It’s that simple!

There’s no monthly fee. You only pay for any long distance charges that may apply.

Easy To Use Features

Once in your virtual conference, you can use easy-to follow audio prompts to take complete control of your conference. For even greater control, you can use the Moderator Web Interface. Some features include:

  •  Recording a conference – Record your conversations for future review and transcription. Simply initiate recording through the telephone or web interface. At the end of the conference call, your recording will be available in .WAV format for download. Easily archive, or distribute the file via email.
  •  Muting – Mute all participants globally or individually as the topic requires. You can also enable individual participants to mute themselves as needed.
  •  Lock Conference – For enhanced security, you can take a roll call then lock the conference to prevent unwanted attendants.

Conference Bridge Instructions

To setup a conference

To start a conference, give all participants the following information:

  •  The date & time of the call
  •  The conference bridge call number
  •  The 6 digit participant code

Accessing a conference

To access the conference as a moderator:

  1. Dial the conference bridge call number
  2. Enter your 6 digit moderator code followed by #
  3. If asked, say your name and then press #

The conference will now be set up. When the moderator leaves the call, the conference will end.

The following commands can be used by the moderator during the conference:

Press 2: Mute or un-mute the moderator
Press 3: Lock or unlock the conference. When locked, no one else can join the conference.
Press 4: To do a roll call of the participants
Press 5: To provide a count of the participants
Press 6: Selects whether announcements should be made when participants join or leave the conference
Press 7: Announces the name of the last person to join the conference
Press 8: Turns conference call recording on or off
Press *: Allows moderator to leave the conference without ending the call

To access the call as a participant:

  1. Dial the conference bridge call number
  2. Enter your 6 digit participant code followed by #
  3. If asked, say your name and then press #

To access the Moderator Web Interface:

  1. Point your web browser to https://conference.wctatel.net
  2. Enter your moderator and participant code
  3. Select Log On