Normally, an extension user can only access features within the PBX. However, when performing External Feature Access (EFA) the extension user performs features outside of the PBX, such as using the transfer services of the telephone company or host PBX. When EFA is performed, the PBX sends a flash/recall signal to the telephone company or the host PBX (→ 1.8.5 Host PBX Access Code (Access Code to the Telephone Company from a Host PBX)). This feature is only available on CO line calls. This feature is performed by pressing the EFA button or the FLASH/RECALL button that is set to EFA mode (→ 1.6.2 Flash/Recall/Terminate).
Conditions
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Flash/Recall Time The Flash/Recall time can be assigned for each CO line port.
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EFA Button A flexible button can be customized as the EFA button.
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It is possible to perform this feature by entering the feature number while the current call is placed on Consultation Hold (e.g., is going to be transferred to an extension of the host PBX). (→ 1.3.19 Consultation Hold)
CLIP Number Notification When dialing an emergency number, the preassigned CLIP number for the extension will be sent as a location identification number. (→ 1.3.14 CLIP (Calling Line Identification Presentation)) The CLIP number assigned to the extension will be sent regardless of the settings such as CLIR or CLIP number assigned to an ISDN port to be used. This feature is only available when using a PRI line, with E911-compatible services.
Remote Extension Dial Lock Overrides Extension Dial Lock. If an extension assigned as the manager sets Remote Extension Dial Lock on an extension that has already been locked by the extension user, the user cannot unlock it. If a manager extension unlocks an extension that has been locked by the extension user, the extension will be unlocked. This feature is also known as Remote Station Lock Control.
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TRS Level COS programming determines the TRS level for Extension Dial Lock.
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Other features can also temporarily change an extension's TRS level, similar to Extension Dial Lock. If an extension is locked, the TRS level determined by the following features takes priority. The numbers below (1 through 3) indicate the priority of each feature, with 1 having the highest priority, and 3 having the lowest.
If dial tone 2 is heard after Extension Feature Clear: After performing Extension Feature Clear, Call Waiting will be enabled if "Extension Clear: Call Waiting" is set to "Clear" through system programming. In this case, dial tone 2 will be heard when going off-hook. (→ 1.4.4 Dial Tone)
Each extension user can be assigned a personal identification number (PIN) through system programming or personal programming (Extension PIN [Personal Identification Number]). This PIN is used to set features or access the extension remotely.
If an extension user has assigned an extension PIN, the PIN is required when activating this feature.
Conditions
WARNING There is a risk that fraudulent telephone calls will be made if a third party discovers a personal identification number (PIN) (verification code PIN or extension PIN) of the PBX. The cost of such calls will be billed to the owner/renter of the PBX. To protect the PBX from this kind of fraudulent use, we strongly recommend:
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Keeping PINs secret.
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Selecting complex, random PINs that cannot be easily guessed.
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Changing PINs regularly.
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Extension PIN Lock If the extension PIN is entered incorrectly three times, the line will be disconnected. If an incorrect PIN is entered a preprogrammed number of times, the PIN will be locked. Only an extension assigned as a manager can unlock a PIN, after which it will be reset. In this case, the PIN will be unlocked and cleared. This feature is also known as Station Password Lock.
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Remote Extension PIN Clear If an extension user forgets his or her PIN, a manager can clear (reset) the PIN, and the extension user can assign a new PIN.
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Extension PIN Display It is possible to select whether to show the extension PIN on the display through system programming. By default, it is shown as dots.
There are three types of extension ports, used to connect digital proprietary telephones (DPTs), analog proprietary telephones (APTs), single line telephones (SLTs), Cell Stations (CSs), DSS Consoles, and Voice Processing Systems (VPS) to the PBX. The devices which can be connected to each type of port are listed below.
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DPT Port: DPT, DSS Console, Panasonic VPS which supports DPT (Digital) Integration, and PT-interface CS (e.g., KX-TDA0141)
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SLT Port: SLT and Panasonic VPS which supports DTMF Integration
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Super Hybrid Port: DPT, APT, SLT, DSS Console, Panasonic VPS, and PT-interface CS
EXtra Device Port (XDP): A Super Hybrid port can be used as an XDP port, allowing two telephones (a DPT and an SLT) to be connected to the same port of the PBX. This XDP port can be used in one of the following modes:
Mode
Description
Parallel Mode
The DPT and an SLT share the same extension number so that they can act as one extension. The SLT uses the extension data (extension number, Class of Service [COS], etc.) of the DPT. (→ 1.13.2 Paralleled Telephone)
XDP Mode
The DPT and SLT have different extension numbers and act as independent extensions. To use XDP mode, XDP mode must be enabled for the port through system programming. (→ 1.13.2 Paralleled Telephone)
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Automatic Detection on Super Hybrid Port A DPT, SLT, or PT-interface CS connected to a Super Hybrid port can be detected automatically without any programming. An APT connected to a Super Hybrid port can be detected automatically when XDP mode has been disabled.
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A DSS Console or a Panasonic VPS which supports DPT (Digital) Integration can also be connected with an SLT in XDP mode.
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APT and SLT in Parallel Mode An APT and an SLT can also be connected to a Super Hybrid port and used in parallel mode.
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Digital XDP A DPT can be connected to another DPT and act as an independent extension with its own extension number. (→ 1.13.2 Paralleled Telephone)
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Wireless XDP Parallel Mode A PS can be used in Wireless XDP Parallel mode with a wired telephone. (→ 1.20.5 Wireless XDP Parallel Mode)
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DSS Console and Paired Telephone Assignment When a DSS Console is connected, a PT must be paired with the DSS Console through system programming.
By turning external device relays on and off, the PBX can control external devices such as alarms.
When an extension user enters the External Relay Control feature number, the specified relay turns on for a preprogrammed length of time. When this timer expires, the relay turns off automatically. This gives the PBX simple control over other equipment, allowing an extension user to, for example, activate an alarm from his extension.
If the relay cannot be accessed (for example, because use is not permitted by COS, or the port is not in service), a reorder tone will be heard at the extension.
Conditions
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Hardware Requirement:
An external relay device, OPB card and EIO card
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Some devices may be unable to communicate correctly with the PBX. Confirm compatibility with the manufacturer of a device before installing it.
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Each external relay port has a COS assigned. This and the COS of an extension determine the extension users who can use External Relay Control.
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The length of time that a relay is turned on can be specified separately for each relay through system programming.
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If the same or another extension tries to access an external relay that has already been switched on, the timer for that relay is reset.
External sensing devices, such as security alarms or smoke detectors, can be connected to the PBX. When the PBX receives input from a sensor, a call is made to the preset destination, alerting the extension user.
The available destinations of a sensor call are as follows:
[Available Destinations]
Destination
Availability
Wired Extension (PT/SLT/T1-OPX)
PS
SIP Extension
ICD Group
PS Ring Group
Floating Extension no. for SVM
VM Group (DTMF/DPT)
External Pager (TAFAS)
DISA
Analog/ISDN Remote Maintenance
Idle Line Access no. + Phone no.
Trunk Group Access no. + Trunk Group no. + Phone no.
Extension of Another PBX (via TIE Line, Access with PBX Code)
Extension of Another PBX (via TIE Line, Access without PBX Code)
When the call is answered, if distinctive dial tones are enabled, dial tone 3 is heard, which continues until the user goes on-hook. If the sensor call is not answered within a specified time, the call will be canceled. It is possible to set a different ring tone pattern for calls received from each external sensor, to distinguish between them.
Conditions
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Hardware Requirement:
An external sensor, OPB card and EIO card
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Some devices may be unable to communicate correctly with the PBX. Confirm compatibility with the manufacturer of a device before installing it.
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After a sensor has been activated, the PBX will ignore any further alerts from the same sensor for the duration specified by a timer. This timer can be set separately for each sensor.
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As long as the previous sensor call is still being performed, any further alerts from the same sensor are ignored.
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The assigned sensor name and/or number are shown on the display of PTs and PSs when a sensor call is received.
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If the destination of a sensor call has set FWD, the sensor call will be redirected to the FWD destination. However, if the FWD destination is not supported as the destination of a sensor call (e.g., an outside party), the call will be received at the original destination. (→ 1.6.6 FWD (Call Forwarding))
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The following features cannot be used when a sensor call is received: