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Form B: Instructions for System Configuration: Lines
Form B: Instructions for System Configuration: Lines 0
COLUMN 2: D
ESIRED TELEPHONE NUMBERS:
Write in the telephone numbers assigned to each line. Please list the lines that will be used by multiple extensions first, then list dedicated and/
or personal lines.
COLUMN 3: A
NSWERING OPTION
In this space, write in the abbreviation from the list below that indicates how incoming calls to each line will be answered. In most cases, some
form of automated answering option will be selected. NOTE: To avoid confusing caller, it is recommended that only one type of
automated answer option be used to handle incoming calls throughout the system.
Automated Answer Options:
Other Options:
AA Automated Attendant Automated system answers and routes calls. Must be purchased separately.
DXD Direct Extension Dialing Allows caller to dial extensions without waiting for the receptionist. Available with ACS
R2.0 or later. DXD is not used on T1 lines with DID service.
ASA Automatic System Answer Plays a recorded message then either places the call on hold, disconnects the call or
continues to ring available extensions. Available with ACS R2.0 or later. ASA is not
used on T1 lines with DID service.
Hunt Hunt Group Sends calls simultaneously to a group of extensions. Up to 4 calling groups can be
programmed in the system.
VMS-AA Automated Attendant Service
of PARTNER Messaging,
PARTNER MAIL, or
PARTNER MAIL VS
This is system-wide voicemail service. If the receptionist does not answer an incoming
call, VMS-AA lets the caller select an extension or route.
VMS-MAIL Voicemail on a personal line PARTNER Messaging, PARTNER MAIL, PARTNER MAIL VS, or PARTNER Voice
Messaging PC Card must be purchased separately.
LIVE Human Operator If all calls to a specific line will always be answered by a human operator, write in LIVE.
AUX Auxiliary Equipment If all calls will always be answered by a piece of auxiliary equipment, such as a fax
machine, write in AUX.
DID Direct Inward Dialing on a T1
channel
Routes the incoming call on a T1 channel directly to the appropriate extension based on
the DID mapping table you program. Requires a T1 line and Direct Inward Dialing with
E&M signaling from your Service Provider. Available with ACS R6.0 or later.