I can't remember the last time I had a strictly TTY to TTY conversation. BUT I use it very frequently for Relay calls.
I think Dr. Phil and I (in different countries though) use ours in a very similar manor. My landline connects to the TTY and then the TTY is connected to a regular voice type phone. I Use "redial" to call 711 for the Illinois Relay Center. When they answer I use VCO to tell them the complete number of the person or company that I want to call. If you want to call me on my landline you just need to dial 711 and give them my full phone number. I have a "profile" setup with them so that VCO will already be on. If I have a hearing guest that wants to make a call or have someone call them here the phone part works like any other regular landline phone.
I am very glad to have a model of TTY that includes a printer. Just turn it on momentarily to take a note rather than hunt for something to write with and on. I am editor of the newsletter for my church and there was a time before just about everybody that contributes got email that I would get calls about things to put in. The CA's make great secretaries! Just turn on the printer and take it down that way as the person would read their article.
