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Serial Printers
Use a 355A adapter, which converts a modular jack interface to an RS-232 25-pin
connector, to connect a serial printer to the PARTNER ACS processor module. If
you connect a printer, make sure the printer can receive SMDR data in the format
described above (refer to the printer’s instructions or contact the printer’s
manufacturer if you need help).
If SMDR Talk Time (#611) is set to Active and SMDR Output Format (#610) is
set to 24 digits, the combined length of the fields for a call record will be greater
than the 80 characters supported by most printers. If call records wrap around to
the next line, reduce the font size or increase the characters-per-inch setting for
the printer. If necessary, change the SMDR Output Format back to 15 digits.
Call Accounting Devices
You can send call information to a call accounting device (such as Lucent
Technologies’ Call Accounting Terminal—Basic or Plus) if you want to further
analyze call activity. The device stores rate table information and processes the
information it receives into meaningful reports that can help you optimize your
communications system. The primary application for call accounting devices is
“accounting,” or pricing of the calls.
The call accounting device connects directly to the SMDR jack on the PARTNER
ACS processor module and can also print out reports that include summaries by
hour, line, and extension. Refer to the manual provided with the call accounting
device for instructions on connecting it to your system.
Contact Closure Devices
The Contact Closure Adjunct plugs into a jack on the PARTNER ACS processor
module and has two Contact Closures that can be used to control devices such as
an electronic door lock (as shown in Figure 4-6) or an alert. The device being
controlled must be wired to the Adjunct by an electrician in accordance with local
electrical codes. See Appendix A, "Specifications", for more information.