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Primary processor module
This AT&T module, which is always installed in the
center slot of the primary carrier, manages the
components of the control unit. See also Expansion
processor module.
Programmable button
A telephone button that does not have a line
assigned; it can be set up to dial a number or
access a feature.
Programming
See System Programming and Extension
Programming.
Programming extension
An extension from which you can program the
system: this can be either extension 10 or 11.
Proprietary device
A telephone or other device that is designed to
work with a specific system, and requires a special
interface to connect to the public telephone
network. For example, system phones are
proprietary devices that can be used only with the
control unit described in this guide. See also
Industry-standard device.
R
Recall
A system feature that sends a timed switchhook
flash to let you “recall” a dial tone to make another
call or to access a PBX or Centrex service. (Use
Recall only on an outside call: using Recall on an
intercom call disconnects the call.)
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)
A measure of the power it takes to ring a phone or
other telecommunications device, usually shown on
a label on the bottom of the device.
S
SMDR (Station Message Detail Recording
See Call reporting.
Speed dialing
A feature that lets a user dial a telephone number
quickly by dialing a short code.
Standard phone
An industry-standard touch-tone or rotary phone
such as you might have in your home. Some
standard phones include special feature buttons for
frequently used calling functions. See also
Industry-standard device and Feature phone.
Station
See Extension.
Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR)
See Call reporting.
Subscriber
(1) On a voice messaging system, a user who has a
mailbox in the system. (2) A user who has access
to an outside line with special features, such as
Caller ID.
System
The AT&T control unit and system phones that you
purchased, plus all other telecommunications
devices that are connected to your control unit.
System Answer
See Automatic System Answer.
System manager
The person in your business who is responsible for
managing your system, including system
programming.
System phones
The AT&T telephones that are specifically designed
for use with PARTNER systems. Models include the
MLS-34D, MLS-18D, MLS-12D, MLS-12, MLS-6, and
MLC-6 phones.
System Programming
Procedures that allow you to customize system
settings for your business. System Programming
requires a system display phone and must be done
from extension 10 or 11.
Glossary
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