ELECTRA ELITE(r) IPK – FEATURE LIST

 

ACCOUNT CODE ENTRY

Account codes of up to 16 digits (16 or 13, see below) are incorporated in the call records generated by the Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) option and provide a reference for billing.

 

ACCOUNT CODE - FORCED/VERIFIED/UNVERIFIED

Account Code - Forced Verified requires selected station users to dial an Access Code and a verification code before making an outgoing call. The outgoing call is processed only after the dialed Account Code is verified. Account Code - Forced Unverified requires selected station users to dial an access code and an unverified Account Code before making an outgoing call. The outgoing call is processed only if the unverified Account Code is dialed. This feature allows a system administrator to control unauthorized outgoing calls. The Forced/Verified Account Code is part of the Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) call record. An Account Code has a maximum of 13 or 16 digits.

 

ADD-ON CONFERENCE

This feature allows a conference call with a maximum of four parties with various combinations of outside lines and stations. This increases efficiency by allowing multiple parties to enter a conversation.

 

ALL CALL PAGE

This feature allows simultaneous paging (internal and external) over the built-in speaker of all idle Multiline Terminals in a zone. This enables a person, away from the station being called but within hearing distance of a Multiline Terminal or external speaker, to respond to the paging call.

 

ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY

The Electra Elite IPK Multiline Terminals with display have a 24-character by 3-line LCD. These displays provide information such as: date/time, elapsed call time on outside calls, digits dialed, internal calling party number, Customized Message, Speed Dial entries, or soft keys.

 

ANALOG LINE EXTENDER (Dterm Analog EXT)

This feature allows a user with a DTP-32DE-1 Multiline Terminal to make or receive calls from a remote location while maintaining a station appearance from the office KTS (Key Telephone System).

 

ANCILLARY DEVICE CONNECTION

This feature allows installation of selected peripheral (ancillary) devices such as a tape recorder on any Electra Elite IPK Multiline Terminal, with an optional AD(A)-R Unit. An optional AP(A)-R Unit adapter allows connection of single line equipment such as a single line telephone, modem, automatic dialer, cordless telephone or other compatible device for original call only. These terminals have a built-in headset jack to allow handsfree operation. The Analog Port Ringer Adapter, AP(R)-R Unit, allows connection of single line equipment such as a Single Line Telephone (SLT), modem, facsimile machine, automatic dialer, answering machine or other compatible analog device.

 

ANSWER HOLD

This feature enables a Multiline Terminal user to press the flashing Answer (ANS) key to answer incoming ringing calls on a CO line key. If the Multiline Terminal user is already engaged in a call, the first call is automatically placed on Non-Exclusive Hold when the second call is answered. Answer Hold is particularly useful at Attendant Positions or other central answering positions. Using the Answer (ANS) key speeds call handling and Answer Hold prevents accidental call dropping.

 

ANSWER KEY

Multiline Terminals have an Answer (ANS) key and associated LED. The LED flashes when the Multiline Terminal user receives an incoming CO/PBX, Tie/DID transferred or CO/PBX transferred call. When multiple calls are received, the Answer (ANS) key is used to pick up calls. The LED continues flashing until the last unanswered call is answered. Press the Answer (ANS) key during a call to hold the current call and allow the next call to be answered.

 

ASSIGNED NIGHT ANSWER (ANA)

ANA allows CO/PBX lines to be programmed to bypass the attendant and ring directly at a selected station or tenant. A separate Direct Inward Termination (DIT) ringing assignment is available for Day Mode. System Software S4000 or higher is required to support delay ringing to ANA or to ANA trunks to a tenant.

 

ATTENDANT ADD-ON CONSOLE

This Console functions in conjunction with a Multiline Terminal programmed as an Attendant. Each console provides access to a maximum of 48 stations and/or outside lines. The Busy Lamp Field status is shown as a red LED for each station or trunk. These trunks can include CO/PBX, DID, ISDN, E&M Tie Lines, T1 lines and VoIP Trunks. The Attendant Add-On Console also has 12 function keys that can be used for attendant messaging or paging access. The Electra Elite IPK supports up to four Attendant Add-On Consoles per system. A single station within the system supports a maximum of four consoles.

 

ATTENDANT CAMP-ON

This feature allows a call to be transferred to a busy station and is used at an Attendant Position with an Attendant Add-On Console. Press the Transfer (TRF) key on the Attendant Add-On Console to send the camp-on tone to the busy station. When the station receives the camp-on tone, the call rings and can be answered. If the camped on call is not answered in a preprogrammed time, it recalls to the Attendant Position.

 

ATTENDANT POSITIONS

Any number of stations can be designated as Attendant Positions. These stations have access to distinct Attendant-type features. Two Attendant Positions can support two Attendant Add-On Consoles each. Attendant features such as setting Night Mode and System Speed Dial memory programming apply.

 

ATTENDANT STATION OUTGOING LOCKOUT

This feature allows an Attendant Position with an Attendant Add-On Console to set a predetermined Code Restriction Class Assignment to any station that is assigned on the Attendant Add-On Console. This allows the Attendant to set/reset restrictions to a station to disallow outgoing calls.

 

ATTENDANT TRANSFER

This feature permits efficient call transfers within the system using an Attendant Multiline Terminal equipped with one to four Attendant Add-On Console(s). Transferred calls can be voice announced, camped on (if the station is busy), or directly transferred to ring at stations. All unanswered transferred calls return to the Attendant with distinct audible and visual indications after a programmed time.

 

AUTHORIZATION CODE

Permits a station to dial outside numbers that would otherwise be restricted. When an access code plus Authorization Code is dialed, the station code restriction class temporarily changes to allow calls when permitted by a new code restriction class. The Authorization Code can be verified or unverified based on class of service and is assigned in the Forced/Verified Account Code table (these share the same table). The Authorization/Account Code is part of the Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) call record.

 

AUTOMATED ATTENDANT

This Attendant answers incoming CO/PBX calls and sends a greeting message for calling parties. When the caller enters a station number or a 1- or 2-digit number from the dial pad as instructed in the greeting message, the Automated Attendant then transfers the call to a designated station or station hunt group. The Automated Attendant can be set to provide eight automated message levels. Installation of a VRS(4)-U10 ETU is required.

 

AUTOMATIC ANSWER WITH DELAY MESSAGE

This feature answers incoming CO/PBX calls and plays a specified message to the outside caller while still ringing designated stations. One or two messages can be played to the outside caller. Message(s) played are the same as the Automated Attendant Message(s).

 

AUTOMATIC CALL DISTRIBUTION (ACD)

Automatic Call Distribution forwards any incoming call (DIT, ANA, DID, or CO Ring Transfer) to a prearranged ACD Group of Agents. An incoming call is distributed to the Agent of the ACD Group that has been idle the longest. The ACD feature has four distinct parts: Call Distribution, Agents and Supervisor Function, Status screens and Management Information System (MIS) reports, and Delay Announcement.

 

AUTOMATIC CALLBACK

After receiving a call waiting tone from a busy station, a user can set an Automatic Callback. When both stations are idle, the system signals the Automatic Callback originator first and, after a response, signals the other station.

 

AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MODE SWITCHING

This feature allows the system to be programmed to switch automatically into or out of the Night Mode at a preprogrammed time. Night Mode does not have to be manually set/reset daily. After a preprogrammed time, the system automatically switches back to Day Mode.

 

AUTOMATIC HOLD

This feature activates when an Attendant with an Attendant Add-On Console presses a DSS key programmed for station or page access while engaged in an outside call. Automatic Hold also activates during an outside call when a Multiline Terminal user presses a Feature Access key or One-Touch key programmed for Direct Station Selection or Direct Paging Access. This feature reduces the risk of accidentally disconnecting a call due to incorrect operation and simplifies access to various features by reducing required operational steps.

 

AUTOMATIC NUMBER INDICATION (ANI) ON T1

T1 ANI displays the calling party telephone number on the LCD of the Multiline Terminal for calls on a Feature Group D T-1 span. ANI information follows the call to wherever it is transferred. This feature is functionally the same as Caller ID.

 

AUTOMATIC REDIAL

This feature simplifies repetitive dialing to a busy or unanswered outside party. When receiving a busy tone or no answer while attempting to make an outside call (CO/PBX), the system periodically redials the party number while the station use monitors the call for completion.

 

AUTOMATIC RELEASE

This feature releases the outside line circuit after an outside party abandons the call. For this feature to work with Loop Start Trunks, the CO/PBX providing the outside line must provide a timed disconnect signal. Automatic release is normally provided on Ground Start Trunks, E&M Trunks, ISDN Trunks, Tie/DID, and VoIP Lines.

 

AUTOMATIC ROUTE SELECTION (ARS)

This feature allows an outgoing line to be seized using a Trunk Group or Route Advance Block (RAB) for each number dialed by the user. ARS allows better use of trunks connected to the system.

 

AUTOMATIC TRUNK-TO-TRUNK TRANSFER

This feature allows an incoming CO/PBX call to be automatically dialed out of the system over another outside line to a preprogrammed telephone number. This is especially useful to forward calls to an answering service during non-business hours ( i.e., nights, weekends or holidays).

 

BACKGROUND MUSIC OVER EXTERNAL SPEAKERS

This feature provides music over external speakers for enhancement of the work environment. The ECR-U10 ETU interrupts background music during an external page.

 

BACKGROUND MUSIC - MULTILINE SPEAKER

This feature allows the Multiline Terminal user to dial a code to enable one of three music sources to play through the idle terminal. Paging, incoming voice announcements, rings and recalls override the music.

 

BARGE-IN

This programmable feature allows selected Multiline Terminal users in the system to override another station user conversation with or without alerting that station user. The alert tone is a programmable option. Series 1700 software (optional) offers the ability to shut off visual indications on the phone being monitored.

 

BATTERY BACKUP - SYSTEM MEMORY

A battery backup retains System Program Memory during a power outage. When fully charged, the battery maintains backup power for approximately 21 days. System Data, Speed Dial Memories and Clock/Calendar are among the functions protected by the backup battery. When power is restored, the system returns to normal operation. The battery is continuously charged while the system is operating on commercial power.

 

BATTERY BACKUP - SYSTEM POWER

A built-in battery temporarily provides complete system operating power during commercial power outages. Operating time on the backup battery is approimately 30 minutes on systems configured for 64 ports and approximately 15 minutes on systems configured for 144 ports. If optional (locally provided) batteries are connected and fully charged, full system operation can be maintained for an extended time. Actual time depends on system configuration, traffic conditions and the capacity of the batteries being used. The built-in or external battery is continuously charged while the system is operating on commercial power.

 

BUSY LAMP FIELD (BLF) ON MULTILINE TERMINALS

The BLF feature indicates station status with an LED. The LED lights when Feature Access keys and One-Touch keys are programmed for Direct Station Selection (DSS). The 32-key Electra Elite IPK Multiline Terminals and 32-key Dterm Series i Multiline Terminals are the only terminals supporting BLF on One-Touch keys. This allows Multiline Terminal users to determine at a glance if a station is in use.

 

CALL ALERT NOTIFICATION

This feature allows station users to receive an alert tone, flashing ICM, Large LED and LCD identification when an incoming caller has called and the user station is busy. This allows the station user to put the current call on hold to answer a second call, increasing call handling abilities.

 

CALL APPEARANCE (CAP) KEYS

This feature automatically places an outside call on a Call Appearance Key if the call is answered. These keys can be assigned on any Multiline Terminal. The user can press the applicable CAP that is flashing on any station with the same appearance to retrieve the call. This feature allows efficient call handling when numerous CO calls are received with only a limited number of available CO line key appearances.

 

CALL ARRIVAL (CAR) KEYS

CARs are software extensions. A Call Arrival Key is assigned to a line key and can appear and ring on an individual or multiple stations. When a call is directed to the CAR, any station with the CAR appearance can answer that call. This ensures that every call is answered promptly. CAR keys use system extension numbers and are assigned in groups of four. Call Arrival and Call Appearance keys often work together to provide solutions to unique applications.

 

CALLBACK REQUEST

A Callback Request can be set to any Multiline Terminal to notify the user that another station wants a call returned. Users of Multiline Terminals can receive a maximum of three Callback Requests from other station users. Non-display Multiline Terminal users receive a Feature (or FNC) LED indication when a Callback Request is set. Single Line Telephone users can set but not receive a Callback Request.

 

CALLER ID INDICATION

This feature displays the calling party telephone number or name on the LCD of the Multiline Terminal for incoming CO calls. Up to 16 extensions (or all phones with optional 1700 series software) can display Caller ID on incoming calls, and after the call is answered, Caller ID can be displayed at the station that has the CO call.

 

CALL FORWARD - ALL CALLS

This feature forwards all calls directed to a station, to another station, Voice Mail system or to the Attendant. This allows a station to be left unattended and still have the calls answered at another location. Call Forward - All Call can be set or canceled at the destination station. Attendant Positions can be used to cancel Call Forward -All Call system-wide.

 

CALL FORWARD - BUSY/NO ANSWER

This feature forwards calls directed to a station, to another station, Voice Mail system or to the Attendant Position when there is a Busy or Ring No Answer condition. This allows calls to be routed to another station or to the Attendant Position.

 

CALL FORWARD - DISPLAY

When a call is forwarded to a Multiline Terminal, the forwarding indication with the forwarded station number is shown on the Multiline Terminal display. The following incoming calls are supported: DIT/ANA, AA Transfer, DID, TIE and SCD.

 

CALL FORWARD - OFF-PREMISE

This feature forwards calls to an outside telephone number. The call forward destination can be over a CO/PBX Trunk, Tie Line, 2-way DID line or ISDN-BRI/ISDN-PRI trunk.

 

CALL FORWARD - SPLIT

This feature allows a station to forward internal or external calls to different locations such as Voice Mail, Off Site, Attendant Position or another station. Split forwarding is allowed for All Call, Busy or Ring/No Answer to provide more efficient call processing.

 

CALL PARK - SYSTEM

This feature allows the user to place a call into one of 10 common Call Park - System locations from any station in the system. It allows the call to be removed from the station and frees that station to answer other calls. The call can be retrieved from System Call Park from any station in the system.

 

CALL PICKUP DIRECT

This feature allows a station user to answer any call directed to another station. This permits efficient handling of calls that are directed to unattended stations.

 

CALL PICKUP GROUP

Any station user can answer a call intended for another station user either in their programmed Call Pickup Group (Tenant Assignment) or another Tenant Group, depending on the Call Pickup Access Code used. Incoming ringing outside calls to a station can be answered by any station in the same Call Pickup Group or by stations in other Tenant Groups. The system can be subdivided into 48 separate Tenant Groups, each with its own outside line assignments. Centralized Voice Mail allows two or more systems that are connected by Analog or Digital T1 Lines to share one Voice Mail (VM) system. This feature allows VM Box access from Intercom (ICM)/CO/Automated Attendant, VM message LED indication, and Call Forward - Off Premise to a VM port. The Elite system communicates MW LED, Mailbox and other information using DTMF Signaling between two Elite systems.

 

CASCADE CPU

 With optional Series 1700 software, you can cascade up to 4 IPK systems for installations needing more than 120 phones.  Note: Some features will not be available to all phones.

 

CLASS OF SERVICE

This feature allows or denies the user access to several features. Various Class of Service combinations can be programmed. Stations are then assigned to these different Class of Service assignments.

 

CLOCK/CALENDAR DISPLAY

This display is available on Multiline Display Terminals. This feature displays the time and day of the week on the LCD and is programmable from the first two station ports in the system.

 

CODE RESTRICTION

This feature is an advanced system of restricting outgoing calls based on the first eight digits dialed. Code Restriction denies placement of outside recalls based on trunk groups and accommodates equal access to Other Common Carriers (OCC')s to eliminate unauthorized calls and provide cost control.

 

CO/PBX TIE LINE DIGIT RESTRICTION

This feature lets the user restrict the number of digits that can be dialed from a station on an outside line to eliminate unauthorized calls.

 

COMMON CHANNEL INTEROFFICE SIGNALING (CCIS)

(See Key-Common Channel Interoffice Signaling.)

 

COMPUTER TELEPHONY INTEGRATION (CTI)

CTI integrates computers and telephones to allow access of sophisticated communication services using telephone lines. The Telephony Application Programming Interface (TAPI) supports speech and data transmission, allows a variety of attachment devices and supports complex functions such as conference calls, call waiting and Voice Mail. Through TAPI, all elements of telephone usage, including simple dial and voice calls, can be controlled by Windows 95 and higher Windows versions. CTI is implemented using a PC Telephony Board or a Compute Telephony Adapter (CTA). This PC Telephony Board is a multifunction PC-AT add-in card with telephone, sound system, fax and modem abilities. The PC board is a telephone augmented by the functionality of a personal computer and allows telephone-type operations using a handset or headset. The separate elements of telephony, multimedia audio and fax/data are tied together as a single integrated platform. The PC board supports DTP/DTR and DTU Multiline Terminals. The CTA can be attached to the Electra Elite IPK terminals to provide a serial RS-232 or USB connector to the PC that allows TAPI applications to control telephony features of the KSU.

 

CONSECUTIVE SPEED DIAL

This feature provides System Speed Dial, Station Speed Dial and manual dialing for all stations consecutively. Complicated dialing sequences are simplified. This feature eases access to secondary common carriers, credit card verification and other applications requiring entry of authorization codes or customer numbers.

 

CORDLESS TELEPHONE CONNECTION

With an APR-U Unit, a cordless telephone (2500-type) can be connected to Electra Elite IPK Multiline Terminals. System Programming defines whether or not the cordless telephone rings when calls are directed to the Multiline Terminal associated with it.

 

CUSTOMIZED MESSAGE

A station in Do Not Disturb can select a Customized Message that is displayed at Multiline Display Terminals when an internal call is made to that station. The message (10 messages can be programmed) remains displayed on the display of the Multiline Terminal where the message was set.

 

DATA LINE SECURITY

This feature protects any station port from receiving audible tones (such as camp-on or override tones) and denies a station from barging in while busy. It prevents disruption of data transmission when using a modem or fax (facsimile) machine.

 

DELAY ANNOUNCEMENT

This feature activates when an incoming Direct Inward Termination (DIT/ANA), CO Ring Transfer, Automated Attendant Transfer or DID/Tie line call to a Uniform Call Distribution (UCD) group encounters all UCD stations busy or does not receive an answer within a preprogrammed time. The call is queued and receives a recorded announcement after a predetermined time. Multiple Delay Announcements (first and second) are available.

 

DELAYED RINGING

This feature allows programming of a secondary answering position (CO/PBX lines and/or Secondary Incoming Extension/ Call Arrival Keys) to ring on incoming calls after a programmed time interval.

 

DIALED NUMBER INDICATION SERVICE (DNIS)

This feature allows a name to be assigned to inbound DID digits in order to allow for more efficient call handling.

 

DIAL 0 FOR ATTENDANT

Stations can dial 0 to access a system Attendant Position.

 

DIGIT INSERTION

This feature provides user-friendly operation when the system is installed behind a PBX or Centrex Central Office. When a system user originates an outgoing call, the system automatically inserts the PBX/Centrex Trunk Access Code. This feature saves the user from dialing an additional Access Code.

 

DIGITAL LINE EXTENDER (Dterm ISDN EXTENDER PLUS)

An ESI port can be provided to a station user at any location external to the Electra Elite IPK location. An ISDN-BRI line, OPE-OF Module and OPE-RE Module are required. The ESI port and ISDN-BRI line are connected to the OPE-OF Module at the Electra Elite IPK System. At the remote site, a Multiline Terminal and ISDN-BRI line are connected to the OPE-RE Module. The remote Multiline Terminal has complete use of the Electra Elite IPK System and some remote data abilities.

 

DIGITAL VOICE MAIL

This feature provides an internal Digital Voice Mail Service solution. EliteMail VMS(4)/(8)-U30 ETU, EliteMail CMS(2)/(4)-U10ETU, EliteMail Limited FMS(2)/(4)/(8)-U20 ETU or EliteMail CTI(4)/(8)/(12)/(16)-U10 ETUs provide Digital Voice Mail Service, Automated Attendant (AA), Audiotext, Fax Detection, Message Notification, Live Record, and Centrex Transfer. CTI/VP supports unified messaging capabilities.

 

DIRECT INWARD DIALING (DID)

DID lines can be connected to the system. With DID, incoming calls from the CO can reach any station in the system without Attendant intervention. DID full-digit conversion is supported. Any incoming number can be directed to an unrelated station number in Day Mode and a different (or same) station number in Night Mode. The number of incoming calls to a tenant can be limited.

 

DIRECT INWARD SYSTEM ACCESS (DISA)

DISA allows an outside caller to access the system from an outside line without Attendant or station assistance. The outside user may originate calls over any or all system facilities such as WATS or FX after successfully entering a password.

 

DIRECT INWARD TERMINATION (DIT)

DIT allows CO/PBX lines to be programmed to bypass the attendant and ring directly at stations or tenants. A separate Assigned Night Answer (ANA) ringing assignment is available when the system or tenant group is set to Night Mode.

 

DIRECT PAGING ACCESS

The Attendant Add-On Console Direct Station Selection/Busy Lamp Field (DSS/BLF) keys allow direct access to each of the Internal and External Page Zones and All Call Paging. The programmable Feature Access and One-Touch keys on the Multiline Terminals can also be used for Direct Paging Access.

 

DIRECT STATION SELECTION

This feature allows all Multiline Terminal users to press only one key to make station calls.

 

DISTINCTIVE RINGING

This feature distinguishes between internal and incoming outside calls and provides distinct audible ring signals and patterns.

 

DO NOT DISTURB (DND)

This feature temporarily eliminates all audible signals for incoming calls to the station to isolate the station from others in the system.

 

DOOR LOCK RELEASE RELAYS

While a station user is connected to a doorphone, a door lock release relay can be activated. A DPH(4)-U10 ETU is required for this feature. Four doorphones and four relays are provided. Only the relay matched to the doorphone connected to a station user is activated. The time that the relay is active depends on the dial code dialed by the station user.

 

DOOR/MONITOR TELEPHONE

A DPH(4)-U10 ETU is required for this feature. Up to four DP-D-1A door phones can be installed per system. A door phone can be called or answered individually or be used as a room monitor. While the user is talking to a door phone, a door lock release relay can also be activated.

 

DP-TO-DTMF SWITCHING

This feature provides connection for transmissions to be sent to data receiving units requiring Dual Tone MultiFrequency (DTMF) signaling. This feature is used for systems that are connected to Dial Pulse (DP) lines but need to communicate with computers that demand DTMF signaling.

 

DROP KEY

The Drop Key abandons a call while retaining the PBX/Centrex line for originating another call. The Drop Key is provided by programming a Feature Access or One-Touch key. This feature allows the Recall key to provide a hookflash to the Central Office.

 

Dterm CORDLESS TERMINAL

A DTU-4R-1(BK) TEL or ETW-4R-1(BK) TEL, Dterm Cordless Terminal, can be connected to the Electra Elite IPK system using an ESI port. A Dterm Cordless Terminal can be connected directly or in tandem with a Multiline Terminal on the same ESI port. This terminal is equipped with a cordless handset, a 10-digit, 2-line LCD and a dial pad. Also included are a TALK key, HOLD key, TRF key, CNF key, SPD key, a MSG Indication, vibrator, and four function keys with a red LED. The Dterm Cordless Terminal user can press the DESK key on the base unit of the idle Dterm Cordless Terminal to switch to the Multiline Terminal connected to it. The ETW-4R-1(BK) TEL uses spread spectrum technology providing improved voice and audio quality over greater distances than traditional cordless telephones.

 

ELAPSED CALL TIMER

This feature provides each Multiline Terminal with an LCD indication to show the time the station has been connected to an outside line.

 

ELECTRONIC VOLUME CONTROL

This feature is provided on all Multiline Terminals to allow easy changes to the LCD contrast on Display Multiline Terminals, Off-Hook Ringing volume, Station Ringing volume and handset/ station speaker volume control.

 

E&M TIE LINES (4-WIRE)

E&M Tie Lines (4-Wire) can be connected to the system to provide access to and from remote systems and facilities. The system can receive and/or transmit DTMF or Dial Pulse signals on E&M Tie Lines.

 

ELITE ACD PLUS

Elite ACD Plus is an Automatic Call Distribution ETU [ACD(8)-U10] that supports up to 40 agents and 12 supervisors logged on at the same time. This feature allows any incoming DIT, ANA, DID, or CO Ring Transfer call to terminate at a programmed ACD group of agents. Operation includes Automated Attendant (AA), ACD only, or both AA and ACD. A Local Area Network (LAN) is used to allow one administrator and five PCs to monitor statistics and generate reports.

 

ENHANCED 911

The Electra Elite IPK system supports the Enhanced 911 feature by defining an available loop start trunk as a CAMA or an ISDN PRI trunk. When a station user dials 911, 9 + 911, or CO line key + 911, the E911 trunk is selected and the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) is called. The PSAP is provided callback information generated from the Electra Elite IPK E911 trunk. The Electra Elite IPK system administrator must maintain and update the callback telephone number database per station.

 

EQUAL ACCESS ACCOMMODATION

This feature permits Speed Dial memories and Code Restriction processes to be applied to CO/PBX lines that provide access to a Specialized Common Carrier (SCC).

 

EXTERNAL TONE RINGER

This feature provides a common audible tone signal with relay contacts for control when incoming CO/PBX calls are received in Day and Night Mode. An ECR-U10 ETU is required for this feature. The relay contact closures may also be used for external bells or chimes. When an Attendant is not available, station users may respond to the external ring signal and answer incoming calls. This feature provides for wide area coverage or loud ringing for noisy locations.

 

EXTERNAL ZONE PAGING (MEET-ME)

This feature allows for up to three zones of External Zone Paging plus All Zone External Paging. An ECR-U10 ETU and a 1- or 2-way amplifier must be installed to provide this feature. This feature allows the user to locate personnel quickly using external paging. An external speaker can be installed in a noisy area where a telephone would not be appropriate. All Zone External Paging enables emergency announcements to be made to all areas quickly. The Meet-Me function allows the paged party to quickly respond to the paged call. The Electra Elite IPK provides one zone of built-in paging. If more than one zone of paging or external ringing is required, an ECR-U10 ETU must be installed.

 

FACSIMILE CO BRANCH CONNECTION

This feature provides for branch connection of a locally provided facsimile machine to CO/PBX lines. Additional CO/PBX lines are not required. The facsimile shares the last CO/PBX line on the COI(4)-U10 or COID(4)-U10 ETU.

 

FEATURE ACCESS - USER PROGRAMMABLE

The User Programmable - Feature Access keys and One-Touch keys on the Multiline Terminals can be used for System/Station Speed Dial and many system features.

 

FLEXIBLE LINE ASSIGNMENT

Each Multiline Terminal has complete flexibility of line key assignments to meet individual needs. Functions can be programmed on Flexible Line Keys, including DSS (Direct Station Select) numbers and a variety of Feature Access Codes to simplify the use of these functions. Outside line appearances and Secondary Incoming Extensions can also be assigned to Flexible Line Keys.

 

FLEXIBLE NUMBERING PLAN

This plan is automatically assigned by the Resident System Program when the system power is first turned on. The Station Numbering Plan may be changed via System Programming to fit the customer needs. A station can be assigned a 2-, 3-, or 4-digit station number. An Automated Attendant Numbering Plan is also available in the Flexible Numbering Plan.

 

FLEXIBLE RINGING ASSIGNMENT

Flexible Ringing Assignments for incoming outside calls and Secondary Incoming Extension appearances can be programmed to ring at specified Multiline Terminals. Separate day and night ring assignments are available. Delayed ringing is also an option.

 

FLEXIBLE TIMEOUTS

This feature provides a variety of timeouts in the Resident System Program to allow the system to operate without initial programming. The system timeouts can be changed to meet the customer needs according to the requirements of the system application. Some timeouts are used to make the system operate to customer specifications such as hold, recall, transfer recall or delayed ringing. Others are more technical and are used for optimum system performance in the existing network environment.

 

FULL HANDSFREE OPERATION

This half-duplex ability is included with all Multiline Terminals for internal and outside calls. The MIC ON/OFF key or Feature Access Code allows microphone muting.

 

GENERAL PURPOSE RELAYS

When an ECR-U10 ETU is installed, two general purpose relays are provided that are controlled by access code for Multiline Terminals or by key control. The relays remain activated until deactivated by the station user.

 

GROUND START TRUNKS

Ground Start Trunks can be connected to the system. Trunks are Assigned as Ground Start per trunk (via switch settings) at the associated COI(8)-U10 ETU. Ground and Loop Start Trunks can be mixed in the system per trunk. Ground Start Trunks are provided with line supervision to ease the possibility of call collisions. COI(4)-U10 and COIB(4)/(8)-U10 ETU trunks are loop start only.

 

GROUP LISTENING

This feature allows others in the room to hear a conversation over the built-in speakerphone of a Multiline Terminal. The user can continue to talk on the handset or headset. The electronic volume control can be used to adjust Speaker volume.

 

HANDSET MUTE

While using the Multiline Terminal handset, a station user can turn off transmission from the mouthpiece.

 

HANDSFREE ANSWERBACK

Each Multiline Terminal has a microphone for Handsfree Answerback of internal voice calls. Microphone status is indicated by the MIC LED on each Multiline Terminal. The MIC key or Feature Access Code mutes the microphone to ensure privacy.

 

HANDSFREE DIALING AND MONITORING

This feature enables all Multiline Terminal users to dial and monitor calls without using the handset. This feature frees the user to perform other tasks while waiting for a call to be answered or while on hold. The electronic volume control can be used to adjust monitor volume.

 

HEADSET CONNECTION (BUILT IN)

A headset can be connected to Electra Elite IPK Digital Multiline Terminals via a headset jack at the bottom of the telephone. A headset ON/OFF key must be assigned to the terminal to allow easy operation of the headset. The headset does not require external power.

 

HOLD WITH RECALL (EXCLUSIVE AND NON-EXCLUSIVE)

Station users can place a call on Hold to free the station for other calls. Multiline Terminal users can use Exclusive Hold (call can be picked up only at the station where it was put on hold) or Non-Exclusive Hold (call can be picked up at any station that has access to that line). Single Line Telephone users can place calls on Exclusive Hold. A call on hold for longer than a preprogrammed time generates a recall at the originating station. When the recalled Multiline Terminal is idle, an audible signal and an LCD (if equipped) indicate the line is recalling.

 

HOT LINE

This feature enables a station user to automatically dial an outside number or another station when the station goes off-hook. This feature is provided for Multiline Terminals and Single Line Telephones.

 

HOWLER TONE SERVICE

This feature provides a howler tone when a station remains off-hook after a call is completed or when a station is off-hook and digits are not dialed within a predetermined time.

 

HOLD INDICATION

This feature provides a green LED line key indication for calls held at a Multiline Terminal. Calls held at other stations provide a red LED line key indication. This feature allows easy identification of calls the user placed on hold.

 

INCOMING CALL IDENTIFICATION

This feature identifies incoming calls on Multiline Terminals with an LCD. Internal calls are identified by showing the caller name and station number. A ringing Tie line/DID call generates a display on the LCD of the line number. If Caller ID is provided, the CO incoming caller Directory Number or name is displayed.

 

INCOMING TRUNK NAME OR NUMBER DISPLAY

When an incoming CO/PBX call is received, this feature displays the trunk name/number as specified in system data on the display of a Multiline Terminal. When the incoming call is answered, the display is taken over by the seized trunk name/number display feature.

 

INTERNAL VOICE/TONE SIGNALING

This feature allows Multiline Terminal users to be signaled on incoming internal calls by voice announcement or ringing, depending on System Programming. The caller can dial an additional digit to switch a voice announcement call to a ringing call or switch a ringing call to voice announcement. This feature allows Voice/Tone switching from the calling side.

 

INTERNAL ZONE PAGING (MEET-ME)

This feature allows for up to three zones of internal paging. The zones, consisting of Multiline Terminals, can be paged individually or all zones can be paged at once. Any station user can answer the page and speak privately to the originator of the page with the Meet-Me feature.

 

ISDN-BRI TRUNK CONNECTIONS

Integrated Service Digital Network - Basic Rate Interface (ISDN-BRI) is a Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN service that provides two B channels and a D channel, commonly called 2B+D. When used for voice call trunking, the two Bchannels provide two CO/PBX connections. Caller ID is usually a standard feature on ISDN- BRI provided trunks. The Electra Elite IPK System supports National ISDN-1(NI-1) protocol. This interface provides voice communication only.

 

ISDN-PRI TRUNK CONNECTIONS

Integrated Services Digital Network - Primary Rate Interface (ISDN-PRI) is a Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) service that provides 16 B channels and a D channel, commonly called 16B+D. When used for voice call trunking, the B channels provide 16 CO/PBX or DID connections. Automatic Number Indication (ANI) is usually a standard feature on ISDN-PRI provided trunks. ANI displays the calling party telephone number on the LCD of the Multiline Terminal for incoming calls.

 

I-USE INDICATION

This feature provides a green LED line key indication for the line being used on Multiline Terminals. Other busy line keys are shown with a red LED. This quickly identifies the line being used by the station user.

 

KEY-COMMON CHANNEL INTEROFFICE SIGNALING (K-CCIS)

Key-Common Channel Interoffice Signaling (K-CCIS) allows multiple systems to be connected together to provide additional feature compatibility, above what normal Tie Lines provide. The system is configured with the 24-channel Digital Trunk Interface (DTI), a Common Channel Handler (CCH) for receiving or transmitting common signaling data from/to a distant office, and a CLKG-U10 Unit for network synchronization. The system can provide a variety of interoffice service features such as Calling Name display, Centralized Voice Mail Integration, Centralized Busy Lamp Field, and Link Reconnect.

 

KEY FUNCTION/MULTIFUNCTION REGISTRATION

The system can be registered as either a Key Function (KF) or a Multifunction (MF) telephone system. This feature is set via a switch on the MBD-U10 Unit during installation.

 

LAN/WAN PC PROGRAMMING. 

An external adapter converts the serial port of the MIF card so you can program the IPK over the LAN.

 

LARGE LED INDICATION

All Multiline Terminals have a Large LED to indicate incoming calls or messages that are sent from the Attendant or a Voice Mail system.

 

LAST NUMBER REDIAL

This feature allows the user to press the Redial (or LNR/SPD) key, and press _ to redial the last outside number the user dialed. This is useful when a busy or no answer is received when trying to place a call.

 

LEAST COST ROUTING (LCR)

This feature routes outside calls to the least expensive route available. The MIFM-U10 ETU with KMM(1.0)U provides cost effective call routing based on the time of day, day of week and Central Office number dialed. This option minimizes costs by automatically selecting the least expensive available connection for outgoing calls.

 

LIVE MONITORING

Electra Elite IPK Multiline Terminal users can listen to voice mail messages as the message is being recorded by EliteMail VMS. The Live Monitoring feature can be password protected and can be used in automatic or manual mode. When Live Monitoring is in use, the voice mail audio is played from the Multiline Terminal speaker. The terminal user can pick up the handset and answer the call anytime during the recording.

 

LOOP START TRUNKS

Loop Start Trunks can be connected to the Electra Elite IPK system. Assignment as Loop Start is per trunk at the associated COI(4)/(8)-U10 ETU. Ground Start and Loop Start Trunks can be mixed in the system per trunk. The COIB(4)/(8)-U10 ETU and COI(4)-U10 ETU are loop start only.

 

MEGACO IP STATIONS

Up to 8 IP phones can be added for each IAD card installed.  Requires optional Series 1700 software.

 

MESSAGE DISPLAY BOARD

The Message Display Board informs users without their own telephones when messages are received in their voice mailbox. The messages are indicated by an LED on the Message Display Board.

 

MESSAGE WAITING

This feature allows the large LED to provide a distinctive message indication to stations. This is set from the Attendant Add-On Console or from a Voice Mail Unit. This alerts the station user to contact the Attendant or Voice Mail Unit for the message.

 

MICROPHONE CONTROL

This feature allows microphone control with ON/OFF status indication on all Multiline Terminals. A Flexible Line key or One-Touch key programmed for Microphone Control or an Access Code is used to mute the microphone for privacy during incoming voice announcement calls and during calls using the built-in speakerphone.

 

MULTILINE CONFERENCE BRIDGE

The Multiline Conference Bridge feature allows any intercom user and any outside party to connect to a port of the CNF(8)-U10 ETU and make a multiparty conference call. Up to two CNF(8)-U10 ETUs can be installed. Each CNF(8)-U10 supports one 8-party conference or two 4-party conferences. DSP amplification provides higher quality conference calling.

 

MULTILINGUAL LCD INDICATION

The Multilingual LCD Indication provides the option for English, French, Japanese or Spanish characters on Multiline Terminals that have an LCD. The language selection is made per station via System Programming. Please refer to the EliteMail VMS/Limited features for its multilingual capabilities. This is necessary as the EliteMail controls the voice mail soft key LCD.

 

MULTIPLE TRUNK GROUPS

A maximum of 32 Trunk Groups may be assigned. Each group can have a separate Trunk Group Access Code. Assigning Trunk Groups provides access to different types of outside trunks. With Tenant Service, different tenants can be programmed to access only their Trunk Group.

 

MUSIC ON HOLD

A locally provided music source or an internal music source can be used to supply music to parties on hold, to assure them that they are still connected to the system.

 

NESTING DIAL

Multiline Terminal users may store up to four Speed Dial (System or Station Speed Dial) buffer numbers in one Station Speed Dial buffer. The user can press the Redial (or LNR/SPD) key and dial a single Station Speed Dial buffer number to successively access all four buffers.

 

NIGHT CALL PICKUP

This feature functions when the system is in Night Mode and an incoming call rings in. When a Night Chime is ringing, station users can dial the Night Call Pickup Access Code or press a Feature Access key programmed for Night Call Pickup to answer incoming calls.

 

NIGHT CHIME

This feature provides a common audible tone signal with one relay contact for control when incoming CO/PBX calls are received in Night Mode. The relay contact closure may also be used for external bells or chimes. The Night Chime feature is used after working hours to alert night personnel of incoming outside calls. The ECR-U10 ETU is required for this feature.

 

NIGHT TRANSFER

Attendant Positions (with or without Attendant Add-On Consoles can place the system into or out of Night Mode. This changes the ring assignment of CO/PBX lines, activates ANA Assignments, Night Call Pickup, Night Chime, Code Restriction Class Assignments and Automated Attendant messages. This feature can operate system-wide or per tenant.

 

OFF-HOOK RINGING

This feature alerts a Multiline Terminal user that an incoming outside call is ringing to that station while the user is engaged on another call. Off-Hook Ringing is provided through the built-in speaker of the Multiline Terminal and at a lower volume than On-Hook Ringing.

 

OFF-PREMISE EXTENSION

This feature allows the connection of a standard DTMF Single Line Telephone, located remotely from the main installation site, to access the system features with the same abilities as an on-premise Single Line Telephone. An OPX(2)-U10 ETU is required to support this feature. Message waiting lamps are not supported by the OPX(2)-U10 ETU.

 

ONE-TOUCH FEATURE ACCESS

One-Touch Feature Access is provided with Multiline Terminals. This feature allows Multiline Terminal users to press a single, flexible Feature Access key or One-Touch key to access many system features or System/Station Speed Dial without going off-hook first.

 

PC ATTENDANT CONSOLE

ElectraCall PC Attendant is a Windows 95 application that integrates the major features of the traditional attendant position with the power of a PC to form a powerful database-driven application that increases productivity and provides the efficient, accurate call processing required in the service oriented marketplace of today. ElectraCall runs on the PC and communicates with the Electra Elite IPK system through a normal digital station port using the PCT(S)-U10 Unit that is installed in the PC or the CTU(S)-U Unit with OS Windows 98 SE or higher.

 

PC PROGRAMMING

The MIFM-U10 ETU allows the system to be programmed from a personal computer (PC). System Data can be transferred to/from a diskette for backup of System Data. NEC PC programming software allows the printout of job specifications and station designation strips to shorten installation time. End users can access this software to program several features for their Multiline Terminals such as: Line Key Assignment, Telephone Names, Zone Paging Groups or various timers.

 

POOLED LINE (OUTGOING)

This feature allows a Multiline Terminal user to seize an outside line on one Pooled Line key. One Pooled Line key can accommodate a Trunk Group or Route Advance Block.

 

POWER FAILURE TRANSFER

The KSU has one built-in PFT relay. The PFT connector has a user defined CO circuit that is connected to the MDF (Amphenol 1). When power returns, any ongoing conversation is disconnected.

 

PRESET DIALING

This feature enables a Multiline Station user to press digits on the keypad before going off hook to originate an outside call.

 

PRIME LINE ASSIGNMENT

This feature allows a station user to go off-hook and originate an outside call from the trunk assigned as the Prime Line without pressing the line key. This feature allows the assignment for a trunk, Trunk Group or Route Advance Block.

 

PRIVACY ON ALL CALLS

The system provides complete privacy on All Calls. No station user may enter another conversation unless allowed via Barge-In or Add-On Conference.

 

PRIVACY RELEASE

This feature allows the Multiline Terminal user to release privacy on an outside line by pressing a privacy release key programmed on the station. Another user can then press the same CO/PBX or CAP key to join the conversation in progress.

 

PRIVATE LINES

This feature allows two outside lines to be programmed as private lines. Only a Multiline Terminal that is programmed for this feature can have access to private lines. The LED status indication for the private lines is not displayed on any other Multiline Terminal.

 

PROGRAMMING FROM MULTILINE TERMINAL

System Programming can be performed from designated Multiline Terminals (with LCD) that are assigned to the first or second ESIB(8)-U10 ETU port. Some programming changes can be entered while the system is operating; other programming changes occur when the affected telephones and circuits are idle.

 

PUSH BUTTON DIAL - DTMF OR DP

This feature is provided on all Single Line Telephones and outside lines. Tie Line Trunks are assigned per trunk to generate either Dual-Tone Multifrequency (DTMF) or Dial Pulse (DP) dialing signals. Loop Start /Ground Start CO trunks are DTMF only.

 

QUICK TRANSFER TO VOICE MAIL

A station user attempting to transfer a call can force the call to be transferred to the called party voice mail box. The transfer can be made after the transferred call recalls, after an internal station number is dialed while performing a screened transfer or during intercom calls.

 

RECALL KEY

This feature either generates a hookflash to access features provided by the outside exchange or abandons a call while retaining the CO/PBX line for origination of another call. Each Multiline Terminal has a Recall key. The function of this key is set in System Programming.

 

RECALL WITH STATION IDENTIFICATION

A transferred, on hold, or camped-on call that is not answered in a specified time, recalls. During the recall, the Multiline Terminal display shows the station number that is recalling and the station that did not answer.

 

REDIAL KEY

User can press the Redial (LNR/SPD) key and dial the Speed Dial buffer number to access System and Station Speed Dial. User can also press the Redial key to redial the last CO/PBX number dialed.

 

REMOTE PROGRAMMING

Remote Programming may be performed on Electra Elite IPK anytime the MIFM-U10 ETU and an external or internal modem are installed with the Electra Elite IPK System. The same PC programming software is used for both local and remote programming.

 

RESIDENT SYSTEM PROGRAM

When power is supplied to the system, the hardware configuration is scanned and Resident System Program default values are assigned. This enables immediate operation even before the system is programmed to accommodate the individual site requirements.

 

RESTRICTION (OUTGOING)

This feature prevents station users from originating outside calls per station/per trunk. At stations where Outgoing Restriction is assigned, users can continue to answer incoming calls, place and receive internal calls and pick up held lines on the specified trunk. The number of digits dialed on outgoing calls may also be restricted per station.

 

RING TONE VARIATION

Three different tone pitches are provided that can be assigned per telephone or per CO/PBX. With this feature, the user can verify priority CO/PBX calls or identify particular ringing stations in an area.

 

RINGING LINE PREFERENCE

This feature allows station users to answer any outside line ringing on their station by going off-hook without having to press the Answer (ANS) key or the Flexible Line key associated with the ringing line.

 

ROUTE ADVANCE BLOCK

This feature allows assignment of up to 16 tables. Each table may contain four Trunk Group priority levels from lowest cost to most expensive. A station user may have a Route Advance key programmed on their telephone or may access this feature using a Trunk Access Code. When placing an outside call, the system follows the Route Advance table assigned for the station, ensuring that the lowest cost available Trunk Group is used. Any Trunk Group can be assigned to multiple route advance priority tables.

 

SAVE AND REPEAT

This feature allows a Multiline Terminal user to save the last outside number dialed in system memory for later use.

 

SCROLLING DIRECTORIES

This feature provides the user of an Electra Elite IPK Multiline Terminal with a list of system or station speed dialing numbers. Using the soft keys, the user can select a speed dial number and then press the Speaker key or lift the handset to dial the number.

 

SECONDARY INCOMING EXTENSION

A Secondary Incoming Extension (SIE) can be assigned on Flexible Line keys. The status is indicated by the LED of the assigned SIE. An incoming internal, ringing TIE/DID, DIT/ANA, CO Ring Transfer or call forwarded call can be picked up from an SIE.

 

SEIZED TRUNK NAME/NUMBER DISPLAY

This feature displays the telephone name/number (assigned in System Programming) of each trunk in the system. The name or number is displayed on the Multiline Terminal LCD when a trunk is seized.

 

SIMPLIFIED CALL DISTRIBUTION

This station hunting method provides each member of the hunt group an equal number of calls. Calls are delivered sequentially to each station in the group. When the system reaches the end of the hunt group list, it advances to the top of the list and repeats the sequence. Transferred/internal calls are not supported by this feature.

 

SINGLE LINE TELEPHONE ACCESS

The system provides for the connection of a maximum of 24 Single Line Telephones (SLTs). Single Line Telephone users can make CO/PBX calls, internal calls and paging calls. This option requires an SLI(4)/(8)-U10 ETU, an OPX(2)-U10 ETU, an SLT(1)-U10 ADP or an APR-U connected to the IPK Terminal.

 

SIP / H.323 TRUNKS

Session Initiation Protocol and H.323 are globally accepted standard signaling protocols.  With optional Series 1700 software, these protocols will be available with the Elite IPK to communicate with other IP devices and systems.

 

SLT ADAPTER

This Adapter allows a port of an ESIB(8)-U10 ETU to support a Single Line Telephone. A Single Line Telephone can be connected to the ESI(8)-U10 ETU via the SLT(1)-U10 Adapter using 2-wire cable. SLT Adapters do not support voice mail systems or Message Waiting Lamps.

 

SLT TIMED ALARM

A Timed Alarm (reminder) may be set at any Single Line Telephone. At programmed intervals, the system automatically calls the SLT station to remind the user of a scheduled time.

 

SOFTKEYS

Soft keys are provided on all display Electra Elite IPK Terminals to enhance feature efficiency. This feature is currently used for Speed Dial Scrolling Directories and EliteMail Digital Voice Mail systems.

 

SPEED DIAL STORED CHARACTERS

Each Multiline Terminal in the system may be assigned 20 Station Speed Dial buffers. Depending on System Programming, if 1000 additional System Speed Dial numbers are assigned, the stations do not have Station Speed Dial. Station Speed Dial buffers may contain a maximum of 24 digits and 13 alphanumeric characters for storing a name associated with the number.

 

SPEED DIAL - STATION

Each station in the system can be assigned 20 Station Speed Dial buffers. Depending on System Programming, if 1000 System Speed Dial numbers are as