Date: July 31, 2021 | Updated: August 1, 2021 | Author: Moblie-man
Today subscribers of most Russian operators know about the existence of such a service. Each of them implements a similar proposal, but not all of them have an obvious name. However, if we talk about MegaFon, their service is called quite clearly: “Replace the dial tone.” And, as you probably already understood, we will pay attention to it today.
What is the “Replace tone” option?
If for some reason you don’t yet know what this option is, we suggest conducting a short educational program. This offer, after its activation, allows subscribers to replace the annoying and familiar beeps during calls with any melody, sound signal, joke, etc. By activating the service and connecting the selected sound file, subscribers calling you will hear a melody instead of beeps.
By the way, MegaFon also has a reverse service, which allows the calling subscriber to listen to his favorite melodies during outgoing calls. It's called "Personal Hooter" ;
Service options
When connecting or “Personal beep”, the subscription fee for the service itself is saved, but the melody is not set to the beep. It needs to be installed separately. offers a variety of service options that may vary.
"Test Drive"
An option that allows you to use “Personal beep” in test mode for free within 7 days from the moment of its activation. From the 8th day, the subscription fee is charged according to the current tariffs.
Connection : *707# - “Replace tone”, *606# - “Personal tone” Disconnection : *707#12# - “Replace tone”, *606#12# - “Personal tone”
"Music channel"
An option that gives the subscriber access not to one specific melody, but to a whole set of melodies in one direction, be it rock, pop, dance music or any other genre. Only one song will play during a call. They are played in random order and change with each call. On the official website of the service, each music channel also has its own connection code.
Connection : call the number 0770 and follow the voice menu prompts - “Replace the dial tone”, call the number 0660 and press “ 2 ” - “Personal dial tone” Disconnection : call the number 0770 and follow the voice menu prompts - “Replace the dial tone”, call the number 0660 and press “ 4 ” - “Personal beep”
"Music Box"
An option that allows you to set a set of three melodies on the beep, which will be played in random order. Using this option is much more profitable than installing each melody separately, since here you pay for the package, and not for a single song. Moreover, Megafon provides discounts for using this option.
Connection and disconnection : call number 0770 and follow the voice menu prompts - “Replace tone”, call number 0660 and press “ 1 ” - “Personal tone”
"A Friend's Copy of the Melody"
If you heard a ringtone you liked on a friend's call, you can copy it without any problems. That's what this option is for. Using it, you can access a friend’s profile with all the melodies or sets of melodies connected there, listen to them, select the ones you like and install them for yourself.
Connection : call 0770 - “Replace tone” - or 0660 - “Personal tone” - and press the “ 6 ” button, then enter a friend’s number and get a list of his melodies in full.
“One-key copy” (only for “Replace dial tone”)
An option that allows all Megafon subscribers to set their friend’s favorite melody, regardless of whether it is connected or not. To do this, there is no need to search for a melody in the list or ask a person. Just press “ * ” while calling this subscriber while the music is playing. The melody will automatically be installed instead of your tone, and will connect if this has not already been done.
"Toots for rent"
If you don’t have enough money on your balance, but you really want to set a melody for the beep, this option can help. Funds will be debited only at the end of the month. The option comes with an automatic monthly subscription fee.
Connection : call 0770 or 07701 - “Replace beep” - or 0660 - “Personal beep” and follow the prompts of the autoinformer.
“Name beep” (only for “Replace beep”)
An option that resembles the name of the subscriber to whom the call is being made. If you want a song or a joke with your name instead of a beep, then this option is for you. It only works if the name is in the list of service names.
Connection : dial *551# , select the gender and the desired name in the list. If the name is not in the list, you can send a text with the name to number 5510 , and the operator will select a suitable entry.
Service “Own melody” (only for “Personal beep”)
An option that allows you to set a hand-recorded melody, greeting, poem or any other melody instead of a beep. Its creation is paid for once, payment is made only for using the service.
Connection : call 0660 and follow the instructions from the autoinformer.
Service "Melody as a gift"
You can give a beep melody to a Megafon subscriber who does not have any beep services connected. That's what this option is for. You can give a melody using the official website of the service. The recipient of the gift will receive a message informing them about the gift. He will need to send a specific SMS message to the number 0660 to confirm the installation of the ringtone.
We also draw your attention to the fact that for ease of use, “Personal Beep” has developed applications for users of the Android and Windows Phone operating systems. You can download them from the store of your operating system.
MegaFon option “Replace Hooter”: detailed description
Current version. Option information updated October 30, 2021.
Service cost
- Connecting to the service is free;
- The subscription fee is 3 rubles per day;
If a subscriber connects for the first time, he receives a small bonus - for the first 7 days after connection, the option is available free of charge without a subscription fee;
Cost of ringtones
This money is “withdrawn” from the account in addition to the subscription fee for the option.
- Subscription fee in case of using a personal dial tone: from 20 to 40 rubles per month;
- Melody with different payment: from 30 to 90 rubles;
- Connecting melodies with daily tariffs: from 1 to 5 rubles per day;
- Connecting melodies with monthly payment - from 30 ₽ per month.
Via USSD command
The easiest way is to turn off the music on the tone using the USSD command. This method can be used by both owners of ordinary push-button phones and advanced owners of sophisticated smartphones.
To disable the “Beep” function, just dial *770*12# and press the call key. You will learn about the success of the operation by receiving an SMS notification.
How to disable "Beep" on MegaFon
- You can disable the option in the subscriber’s personal account (registration instructions);
- In the MegaFon application for smartphones and tablets;
- By USSD combination *770*12#;
- By calling the number 0770;
After the service is activated, regardless of whether you used the command, call or message for “Replace Tone” on MegaFon, you will need to select a melody, joke or audio message that will be played instead of standard beeps when dialing your number.
Basic information
and “Personal dial tone” allow you to replace the dial tone on incoming and outgoing calls in the Home region. The services are not valid when roaming in Russia or abroad. “Change tone” changes the tone melody on an incoming call, “Personal tone” - on an outgoing call. That is, if you want to hear your melody when you call yourself, “Personal dial tone” is your choice. If you want the person calling you to hear your unique melody, then you can connect.
You can replace your beep with a composition or melody you like, a holiday greeting, a joke or anecdote, a cheerful reminder of an important date. The duration of the melody on the tone is not limited , it will not turn off after a certain period of time.
Both of these services have a single user profile and music library . In other words, the melodies you purchased as part of one service can be used for another service. This is very convenient because you don’t have to pay twice for the same compositions. However, the playback settings in each option operate separately from each other.
How to set a melody instead of a beep on MegaFon
You can install a melody, box or music channel:
- Through the catalog of melodies “Replace Gudok” from the operator (login and password are similar to your personal account);
- By calling the number 0770;
- Through the “Change Hooter” application for IOS, Android and Windows Phone;
The personalized dial tone can be set in the following ways:
- Calling a toll free number 0551;
- By sending a free SMS message to the number 5510;
- By typing the USSD request * 551 #
, then you need to select your gender and find your name;
To set a melody like the person you are calling, you need to press * during the call and the melody will be saved in your directory on the website zg.megafon.ru.
Deactivation in the voice menu
You probably noticed that when connecting the option, we also had access to a method that consisted of making a call to the voice menu number. Of course, deactivating the option can also be done through this service. You can do it like this:
- Call 0770.
- Listen to the information offered to you.
- Press number 4 to go to the next menu.
- Click on 1 to disable the option.
- Confirm your actions.
Similar to previous options, the service will be disabled in the near future.
How to give a melody to another MegaFon subscriber
- Select the “Beep” that you want to donate through the “Replace the Beep” website or application;
- Click the “Give” button and enter the number of the subscriber to whom you want to give a gift;
- The recipient receives an SMS with information about the gift. If he confirms the “reception” of the melody, he will be connected with a gift melody.
Be careful: The “donor” pays for the gift melody, and the payment for the subscription fee for the “Replace Hooter” option and the melody is withdrawn from the “done”’s account. You won’t receive friendly “lulls” from a friend to whom you gave a “Beep” and connected a possibly unnecessary service.
Pros and cons of the Gudok service
Having enabled the “Replace dial tone” option, the client must remember that there are a number of restrictions when using it.
- If you are in a roaming zone, the service becomes unavailable. Instead of a melody, ordinary beeps will sound for all subscribers.
- The subscription fee will be charged even if no music composition is selected.
- Copying music is only possible for users who are Megafon clients.
- The melody set instead of a ringtone will be played exclusively for subscribers in the home region; for users from other regions, a standard ringer will sound.
Catalog of melodies for “Replace the Hooter”
A catalog with melodies for installation as a beep is available to all MegaFon subscribers at zg.megafon.ru. To correctly use the “Replace the Beep” portal from MegaFon, you must register on the website using the phone number to which the dial tone will be installed. The registration procedure on the portal occurs as follows:
- Visit the website zg.megafon.ru.
- On the right side of the resource you will find the “Authorization on the portal” window. Considering that you do not yet have authorization data, click on the “Registration” button to receive them.
- Enter in the “Your phone” field the phone number on which you want to change the dial tone.
- In the field below, enter the code from the picture shown under the phone number.
- Click on the "OK" button.
- At the next stage, enter the code from the message received on your phone in the appropriate field and complete the registration.
- Next, you will be able to access the site using your phone number and password received in the message.
After logging into the site, you can start using it. By using the search, or moving through the categories of the site, you can find the most preferable beep options that you will like. If desired, by clicking on the “Install!” button, you can install the selected melody on your phone instead of beeps. In addition, you can give any melody to a friend by pressing the corresponding button. When choosing ringtones, be sure to pay attention to their cost and terms of use.
Connection option
To activate the beep service, clients can use several activation methods:
- First you need to select the service number 0770. Through it you can call up the voice menu. In it, using the robot, you should indicate the correct numbers and then activate the option.
- You can also connect in a faster way. To do this, dial the command *770*11# on your mobile phone and send it using the call button. After a few minutes, the option will be activated on the SIM card, which the client will learn about via an incoming SMS confirmation.
- Subscribers can also connect to the service using their personal account on the MegaFon website. To do this, you need to log in and in the options section go through the description of the service and click on the connect button.
- The final activation method is to send a blank text message to service number 0770. Once the service is enabled, the operator notifies customers.
It should be noted that if the recording is selected on TV or through Internet resources, the option will be activated automatically. MegaFon subscribers are also given the opportunity to check the option. In other words, connect the service for a test period. To do this, you need to dial the request *707# on your phone and send it by calling. After this, the option will be activated for a week free of charge. When the 8th day of use arrives, the subscription fee will be debited from the account.
If you encounter difficulties connecting or using the option, it is recommended to contact the operator’s support service, call the short telephone number 0500, or go to any company store. Employees will be able to provide any advice on the service and MegaFon mobile communications in general.
Copying ringtones
Sometimes users are surprised by songs heard during a call to loved ones. At times they turn out to be so beautiful that the company’s subscribers have an irresistible desire to copy them for themselves. In such situations, you need to dial *. The key must be pressed until the song ends. After that, it will be copied and installed as a greeting for other callers on the copying SIM card.
This service is not available in 3 cases:
- when loved ones use the services of a third-party operator;
- if the music is not available for sale;
- when the composition heard is part of a music channel or box.
The latter is due to the peculiarity of these types of replacements. A music box is a set of three melodies selected by the user, which regularly replace each other.
A channel consists of songs of the same musical style, randomly selected from the mobile operator’s collection. They are available in the catalog of melodies, but cannot be recognized by the system during a call.
Visit to the sales office
Personal visit to the company's office is not a popular option among subscribers. It is better to refuse it, since you will have to spend a lot of time, whereas you can disable the option yourself.
Have you decided to visit the office? Then you need:
- Go to the official website and open the map of salons.
- Find your nearest office.
- Check the operating hours of the selected salon.
- Next, you need to take your passport with you and go to the office.
- Provide your personal document to the specialist and inform the reason for your request.
As a result, the employee will manually turn off this service.
