Page 1 ® MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Network Reference 555-660-150 Comcode 108136011 Issue 1 February 1998...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Contents Page iii Contents Contents Figures Tables New Features and Enhancements xiii Release 6.0 Enhancements xiii Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 3.1 Enhancements Release 4.0 Enhancements xxii Release 4.1 Enhancements Release 4.2 Enhancements...
Page 4 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Contents Page iv Auto Answer All 3–2 Auto Answer Intercom 3–2 Auto Dial 3–2 Automatic Route Selection (ARS) 3–3 Barge-In 3–4 Callback 3–4 Caller ID 3–4 Calling Restrictions 3–5 Camp-On 3–5...
Page 5 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Contents Page v Remote Access 3–14 Signal/Notify 3–15 Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) 3–16 Speed Dial 3–16 System Renumbering 3–16 Transfer 3–17 Voice Announce to Busy 3–17 Voice Messaging Interface (VMI) 3–18 Security...
Page 6 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Contents Page vi MLX Displays: Network Call Display Problems 6–20 PassageWay Call Display Problems 6–21 ARS Calls Go to System Operator (Unassigned Extension) 6–22 DID or PRI Dial-Plan Routed Calls Not Completed 6–23 Excessive Line Noise on Voice and Data Calls 6–23...
Page 7 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Contents Page vii Extension Information Report B–22 Error Log Report B–24 Switch 56 Data Information Report B–25 Glossary GL–1 Index IN–1...
Page 8 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Contents Page viii...
Page 9: Figures
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Figures Page ix Figures Introduction 1–1 1–1 Series Configuration 1–5 1–2 Star Configuration: Five Systems 1–7 1–3 Star Configuration: Three Systems 1–8 1–4 Series Configuration: Four Systems 1–11 1–5 Star Configuration: Three Systems...
Page 10 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Figures Page x...
Page 11: Tables
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Tables Page xi Tables Introduction 1–1 1–1 Tandem PRI Trunks versus Tandem Tie Trunks 1–10 Call-Handling Scenarios 2–1 2–1 UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 1 2–19 2–2 Scenario 1: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN 2–20 2–3...
Page 12 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Tables Page xii 2–21 Scenario 4: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN, Systems F and G 2–71 2–22 Outside Calls: Scenario 4 2–73 2–23 UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 5 2–80...
Page 13: New Features And Enhancements
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Page xiii New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Release 6.0 includes all Release 5.0 functionality, plus the enhancements listed below.
Page 14 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Page xiv trunks to pools. Then he or she programs as many as 20 patterns, associates with routes, Facility Restriction Levels (FRLs), digit absorption, and digit prepending.
Page 15 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Page xv — You can tailor use of T1 channels to support both T1-emulated tandem tie service and T1 Switched 56 service for data communications at 56 kbps per channel, allowing 2B data transfers at 112 kbps.
Page 16 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Page xvi Remote-access calls to a calling group, coverage calls directed to a calling group, calls directed to calling group through QCC Position-Busy backup, and all other outside calls are not eligible for queue control.
Page 17 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Page xvii Activating Centrex Transfer via Remote Call Forwarding is just like activating regular Remote Call Forwarding and requires that Remote Call Forwarding be enabled for the extension.
Page 18 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 New Features and Enhancements Release 6.0 Enhancements Page xviii...
Page 19: Prior Releases: Features And Enhancements
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 3.1 Enhancements Page xix Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 3.1 Enhancements Release 3.1 includes all Release 3.0 functionality, plus the enhancements listed below.
Page 20 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 3.1 Enhancements Page xx Programmable Second Dial Tone Timer The system manager can assign a second dial tone timer to lines/trunks, in order to help prevent toll fraud (for example, when star codes are used).
Page 21 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 3.1 Enhancements Page xxi Default Facility Restriction Level (FRL) for VMI Ports The default Automatic Route Selection (ARS) FRL for VMI ports is 0, restricting all outcalling.
Page 22: Release 4.0 Enhancements
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 4.0 Enhancements Page xxii Release 4.0 Enhancements Release 4.0 includes all Release 3.1 functionality, plus the enhancements listed below. Support for Up to 200 Extensions An expanded dial plan supports up to 200 tip/ring devices.
Page 23 Page xxiii Support for 2B Data Applications A Lucent Technologies-certified group and desktop video application can use two B-channels to make video/data calls when connected to a single MLX extension jack programmed for 2B data. The 2B data devices must be equipped with ISDN-BRI interfaces.
Page 24 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 4.0 Enhancements Page xxiv Time-Based Option for Overflow on Calling Group Release 4.0 has added a time limit for calls in queue in addition to the previous number of calls limit.
Page 25: Release 4.1 Enhancements
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 4.1 Enhancements Page xxv Release 4.1 Enhancements Release 4.1 includes all Release 4.0 functionality, plus the enhancements listed below. There are no hardware changes in Release 4.1. Coverage Timers Programmed for Individual Extensions Beginning with Release 4.1, coverage timers, which control the duration of the...
Page 26 Network-1 Basic Rate Interface) Provisioning Test Tool is enhanced to include testing for BRI facilities that are part of Multiline Hunt Groups (MLHGs). The NI-1 BRI Provisioning Test Tool is used by Lucent Technologies maintenance personnel on MERLIN LEGEND Communications Systems that include a 800 NI-BRI module.
Page 27: Release 4.2 Enhancements
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 4.2 Enhancements Page xxvii Release 4.2 Enhancements Release 4.2 includes all Release 4.1 functionality, plus the enhancements listed below. There are no hardware changes for Release 4.2. Additional Network Switch and Services Options for ISDN Primary Rate Interface (PRI) ®...
Page 28 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 4.2 Enhancements Page xxviii — DMS tie trunk service to provide private exchange call rating for calls placed on a dedicated central office facility between the MERLIN LEGEND Communications System and another communications system (such as another MERLIN LEGEND Communications System) Improvements to Station Message Detail...
Page 29: Release 5.0 Enhancements
Release 5.0 includes all Release 4.2 functionality, plus the enhancements listed below. Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) ® Beginning with Release 5.0, a PassageWay Telephony Services CTI link from ® the MERLIN LEGEND Communications System to a LAN server running Novell ® NetWare software allows Lucent Technologies-certified telephony applications to...
Page 30 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 5.0 Enhancements Page xxx control and monitor MLX and analog multiline telephone (BIS only) operations. The physical connection for the CTI link is an MLX port on a 008 MLX or 408 MLX module on the MERLIN LEGEND Communications System control unit and ISDN link interface card plugged into the customer’s server.
Page 31 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 5.0 Enhancements Page xxxi An extension on the MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Remote access NOTE: In the case of remote access calls, the only information that the application can collect about the caller is the remote telephone number.
Page 32 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 5.0 Enhancements Page xxxii changes to it or any other extension programming must be performed using centralized telephone programming. Any type of inside or outside line that is normally available to a single-line telephone can be assigned to a HotLine extension.
Page 33 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 5.0 Enhancements Page xxxiii between repetitions of the secondary announcement if it is set to repeat. (See Group Calling Options in Chapter 4 for guidelines on setting the delay.) The primary and secondary announcement options, when used together, allow an initial message to play for callers, followed by a repeating announcement that, for example, urges callers to stay on the line and wait for a calling group member.
Page 34 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Prior Releases: Features and Enhancements Release 5.0 Enhancements Page xxxiv An external alert only signals when the number of calls in the queue meets or exceeds the programmed Threshold 3 value. MLX-5 and MLX-5D Telephones The MLX-5 nondisplay and MLX-5D display telephones are compatible with all system releases.
Page 35: Important Safety Instructions
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone wiring has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Use only Lucent Technologies-manufactured MERLIN LEGEND Communications System circuit modules, carrier assemblies, and power units in the MERLIN LEGEND Communications System control unit.
Page 36: Save These Instructions
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Page xxxvi The MERLIN LEGEND Communications System is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug with a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only into a grounding-type power outlet.
Page 37: About This Book
See “Related Documents” on page –xl for a list of these guides. This guide is also helpful to MERLIN LEGEND Communications System distributors and to Lucent Technologies employees working with networked systems.
Page 38: How To Use This Book
In the USA only, Lucent Technologies provides a toll-free customer Helpline 24 hours a day. Call the Helpline at 1 800 628-2888 (consultation charges may apply), or call your Lucent Technologies representative, if you need assistance when installing, programming, or using your system.
Page 39 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 About This Book Terms and Conventions Used Page xxxix intercom line or a Centrex line. However, in actual usage, the terms line and trunk are often applied interchangeably. In this guide, we use lines/trunks and line/trunk to refer to facilities in general.
Page 40: Security Xl
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 About This Book Security Page xl Security Certain features of the system can be protected by passwords to prevent unauthorized users from abusing the system. You should assign passwords wherever you can and limit knowledge of such passwords to three or fewer people.
Page 41: How To Comment On This Book
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Page 42 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 About This Book How to Comment on This Book Page xlii...
Page 43: Introduction
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Networking Concepts Page 1-1 Introduction This chapter describes the terminology and concepts that you should understand before you plan and maintain a networked system. It includes the following topics: Networking Concepts.
Page 44 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Networking Concepts Page 1-2 ® communications. For users of the MERLIN LEGEND Communications System, Release 6.0 introduces the ability to realize significant cost and convenience benefits through the networking of geographically separate locations in private communications networks.
Page 45 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Networking Concepts Page 1-3 If these terms and concepts are new to you, do not be alarmed. There is no need to comprehend them immediately. You will gain a better understanding as you learn the practical applications of these concepts.
Page 46: Introduction
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-4 — You can tailor your use of T1 channels to support a mix of T1-emulated tandem tie trunks for voice or data communications at 56 kbps per channel, allowing 2B data transfers at 112 kbps.
Page 47: Tandem Trunking And Tandem Switching
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-5 line (analog or T1-emulated) or a digital T1 circuit that has been programmed for PRI. Figure 1–1 shows one way that systems can be connected in a private network. NOTE: All of the figures in this chapter use the following conventions: A solid line represents a tandem trunk that connects one system in a...
Page 48 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-6 case, the call is routed from System C to System A over tandem trunks. At System A, the call goes out over a facility connected to the PSTN as a local call from System A.
Page 49: Star Configuration: Five Systems
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-7 PSTN PSTN ML A ML C DEF E ML B ML D PSTN PSTN Figure 1–2. Star Configuration: Five Systems In this example, system users make calls in the same way as they would in a series configuration.
Page 50: Star Configuration: Three Systems
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-8 ML C PSTN ML A Call 2 Call 1 T1 DID ML B Figure 1–3. Star Configuration: Three Systems Figure 1–3 shows a simpler star configuration consisting only of MERLIN LEGEND Communications Systems.
Page 51 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-9 Lines and Trunks The types of tandem trunks that connect systems in a private network, as well as the types of facilities that connect systems to the PSTN affect the performance and available features in a private network.
Page 52: Tandem Pri Trunks Versus Tandem Tie Trunks
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-10 Table 1–1. Tandem PRI Trunks versus Tandem Tie Trunks Feature Differences Intersystem calling PRI provides faster call setup. For intersystem calls, the caller’s Calls that cross tandem tie trunks are extension label and extension number displayed as outside calls.
Page 53: Series Configuration: Four Systems
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-11 In view of this fact and the differences noted in Table 1–1, we will briefly revisit the network configurations we looked at earlier. The next three figures show basically the same configurations that you saw before, slightly modified to emphasize the differences among them.
Page 54 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-12 To ensure proper transmission quality, the path of a network call should include no more than two spans of analog tie trunks. The network in Figure 1–4 includes one such span, between Systems C and D.
Page 55: Star Configuration: Three Systems
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-13 ML C PSTN Voice Mail/Auto Attendant ML A Voice Mail/Auto Attendant ML B Figure 1–5. Star Configuration: Three Systems Figure 1–5, the 3-system star configuration that we saw earlier has been modified to bring out some additional possibilities for network configurations.
Page 56 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-14 CAUTION: Unless networked systems are collocated, each system should have at least one loop-start line connected to the PSTN. The line is required to allow connection of a power-failure telephone to the Power-Failure Transfer (PFT) jack on a module as a power outage backup and for correct routing of emergency and other N11 calls.
Page 57: Star Configuration: Five Systems
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Tandem Trunking and Tandem Switching Page 1-15 PSTN PSTN ML A ML C DEF E ML B ML D PSTN PSTN Figure 1–6. Star Configuration: Five Systems Figure 1–6 again shows the star configuration we looked at earlier in this chapter.
Page 58: Uniform Dial Plan
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Uniform Dial Plan Page 1-16 Uniform Dial Plan The network benefits that we looked at earlier in this chapter are possible through the combination of core system features—primarily Automatic Route Selection (ARS), Remote Access, and PRI support—and an additional feature designed specifically for private networks, the non-local dial plan which is part of the UDP.
Page 59: Uniform Dial Plans
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Uniform Dial Plan Page 1-17 When the call reaches the Illinois system, that system also checks the local dial plan and then the non-local dial plan. It routes the call over a second tandem PRI trunk to the California system.
Page 60 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Introduction Uniform Dial Plan Page 1-18...
Page 61: Call-Handling Scenarios
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Page 2-1 Call-Handling Scenarios This chapter helps you plan and understand network configurations. It includes the following two main topics: Networking Guidelines. This section describes the factors that you must consider when planning a private network or managing one or more systems in an existing private network.
Page 62: Networking Guidelines
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-2 Networking Guidelines This topic outlines general planning and setup considerations for networked systems, providing the information that you need in order to understand the sample network scenarios presented in the next section of this chapter.
Page 63 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-3 Remote Access When setting up your network for intersystem calling, keep the following important points in mind: You cannot program the local ARS access code or pool dial-out codes into non-local dial plan extension ranges;...
Page 64 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-4 and C must be unique and unambiguous. If System B includes the range 2030–2049, System C cannot include an extension range that encompasses either extension 203 or extension 204.
Page 65 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-5 When this method is used, a MERLIN LEGEND Communications System user must dial the fifth digit of a non-local DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions extension number within two seconds of dialing the fourth digit.
Page 66 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-6 Automatic Route Selection (ARS) Local system users may use ARS to route calls over tandem trunks to the PSTN facilities connected to a non-local system. This arrangement can provide toll cost savings when users need to reach outside numbers that are not in their own local calling area but are local to other systems in a network.
Page 67 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-7 Programming Remote Access over Tandem Trunks Non-local users who access your PSTN trunks via ARS and private network trunks do not dial a remote-access barrier code. For security purposes, the system applies the default class-of-restriction (COR) calling restrictions that you assign to all tie (T1-emulated voice or data, or analog) or non-tie (PRI) trunks, ignoring the barrier code requirement setting.
Page 68 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-8 measures. When a Remote Access code is included in the non-local dial plan of the calling system, the caller’s barrier code FRL on the called system is compared to the UDP or ARS route FRL on the called system.
Page 69 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-9 With a given network system, all the trunks that connect to another specific switch must have the same identifying switch identifier number. For example, if two T1- emulated tie trunks connect System B to System A, System A’s manager must ensure that both of those tandem tie trunks are labelled with the same switch identifier, which is different from the switch identifier that labels a third trunk...
Page 70 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-10 Security This topic summarizes security issues that are discussed in more detail in Chapter 4, “Security.” Some security issues have been mentioned in the previous topics, including the reasons that ARS codes are not included in the non-local dial plan.
Page 71 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Networking Guidelines Page 2-11 UDP routing applies FRLs to calls over specific routes for pools of tandem trunks. A different set of FRLs is programmed for ARS routes. However, an extension’s FRL applies to both UDP routes and ARS routes.
Page 72: Network Configuration Scenarios
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-12 called system is compared to the UDP or ARS route FRL on the called system. See the Feature Reference and “Remote Access Default Class-of-Restriction Settings”...
Page 73 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-13 trunks connected locally and normal calls are made using PSTN facilities connected to other systems. The systems are linked both by tandem PRI and tandem tie facilities.
Page 74 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-14 information in a scenario that describes a similar configuration, application, or facilities can be helpful to you. Scenario 1: Two Systems, Tandem PRI Facilities In this scenario, two MERLIN LEGEND Communications Systems are connected in a series configuration via tandem PRI trunks, which provide the best support for features, call-handling displays, and performance across networks.
Page 75: Scenario 1: Overview
PSTN ML A ML B VMS/AA VMS/AA Tandem PRI Facilities New York, NY Holmdel, NJ Area Code 212 Area Code 732 Switch ID 21 Switch ID 22 MLX-20L Home More Menu Inspct Message Volume Feature Transfer HFAI Conf PQRS WXYZ Mute Drop OPER...
Page 76 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-16 Tandem PRI trunks provide the following benefits: Faster General Performance. PRI facilities make faster connections across networks, for speedier ARS calling over tandem trunks as well as faster intersystem call handling.
Page 77 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-17 Figure 2–1 on page 2–15 shows some PSTN facilities and PRI tandem trunks in a hypothetical network that includes two MERLIN LEGEND Communications Systems.
Page 78 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-18 system for technical support reasons or for changing forwarding options at their home extensions on remote systems. Users must enter barrier codes in order to make these remote access calls into the non-local system via the non-local dial plan.
Page 79: Udp Extension Ranges: Scenario
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-19 Table 2–1. UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 1 System A Local Dial Plan: 3100–3299; System B Local Dial Plan: 6700–7199; 122 3400–3499;...
Page 80: Scenario 1: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn
Table 2–2. Scenario 1: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN Component System A: New York, NY (Area Code: 212) System B: Holmdel, NJ (Area Code: 732) DS1 Switch Type MERLIN LEGEND-PBX MERLIN LEGEND-Ntwk ARS Access Code Switch Identifiers 22 for a system that is within 200 miles (System B) 21 for a system that is within 200 miles (System A)
Page 81: Scenario 1: Ars Routing Summary, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn
Table 2–3. Scenario 1: ARS Routing Summary, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN System A: New York, NY (Area Code: 212) System B: Holmdel, NJ (Area Code: 732) Dialed or Rec’d Dialed or Rec’d Digits Rte Pool Type Prep Digits Rte Pool Type...
Page 82 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-22 Routing for Outside Calls This topic examines routing for hypothetical outside calls, to show how the system managers in Scenario 1 work together to maximize cost benefits from the private network.
Page 83: Outside Calls: Scenario
Table 2–4. Outside Calls: Scenario 1 Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System A: Ext. FRL: 0 Route 1: ARS Area Code Table routes to Route 1, System B: Remote access < tandem trunk pool, FRL 0, prepends 9 default FRL 3.
Page 84 Table 2–4. Continued Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System A: Receives System A: PRI dial-plan routing deletes System B: First part of 2B data call outside dial-plan routed 555, checks local dial plan, then finds arrives at video system, Ext.
Page 85 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-25 Intersystem Calling This topic illustrates how different types of calls are made and received in Scenario 1, using the extension numbers and extension equipment types shown Figure 2–1.
Page 86: Intersystem Calling: Scenario
Table 2–5. Intersystem Calling: Scenario 1 Type of Call Caller Caller Dials Recipient Recipient Sees... %&&& Non-local extension System A: Ext. 3212 System B Ext. 6777, MLX-10D Display: Number "! ! Non-local extension System B: Ext. 6988 System A Ext. 3212, MLX-20L Display: Both %' (...
Page 87 Table 2–5. Continued Type of Call Caller Caller Dials Recipient Recipient Sees... Transfer of outside GS/LS call to Outside to Transfer System B Ext. 6871, %'& non-local extension System A: Ext. 3105 MLX-10D Display: Number Transfer of outside PRI-ANI call Outside to Transfer System B Ext.
Page 88 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-28 provide fractional point-to-point service; some T1 channels are programmed for voice and others are programmed for data only. In this company, there is one system manager, who also acts as Manager of Information Systems for the company’s computer systems.
Page 89: Scenario 2: Company Floor Plans
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-29 Headquarters (Chicago) Chief VP Sales/ VP Product Chief Operating Financial Marketing Design Officer President Officer Equipment MIS/ Supplies Personnel Conference System Manager Room with...
Page 90 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-30 General Needs The company has several broad areas of concern: Connectivity Cost-effective calling Customer service Toll fraud and calling restrictions In addition, the company would like to provide these features to all or many employees: Easy dialing of non-local extensions and frequently called numbers...
Page 91: Work Group Needs
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-31 To simplify cost accounting and make outcalling more economical, field representatives access the West coast system remotely, then use the system to dial out to customers, make intersystem calls to headquarters in Chicago, and make ARS calls to the Midwest.
Page 92 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-32 Table 2–6. Work Group Needs Vice-President of Ability to exchange and work together individually on documents and Product Design computer-generated images Product engineers Ability to meet as a group without incurring travel costs Quality Assurance...
Page 93: Individual Needs
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-33 Table 2–6. Work Group Needs Order-Takers’ and Ability to monitor and control the order agents’ calls (for example, to Customer Service know who is available) and immediately see whether too many callers Supervisor are waiting.
Page 94 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-34 Table 2–7. Continued Staff Members Needs Operator/ Ability to page certain groups or all staff members Receptionist Answering of all calls, except those that go directly to agents or (Headquarters) executive secretaries, by an automated operator who directs calls according to the touch-tones entered by callers;...
Page 95 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-35 At headquarters, the company’s CTI link allows use of PassageWay Telephony Services applications over the company’s LANs, which run ® ®...
Page 96 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-36 People in both locations use these features: Covering Calls. In workgroups and in the executive suite, calls are covered using SSA buttons, call coverage features (Cover buttons), Call Forwarding, and Group Pickup.
Page 97 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-37 Agent Groups. The Intuity CONVERSANT application is used for automated order-taking, allowing customers to make purchases using their touch-tone phones. If callers choose, they can talk to an agent by pressing When calls are routed by dial plan from outside PRI facilities with ANI, agents use a LAN-based PassageWay Telephony Services application to...
Page 98 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-38 desktop video system uses one MLX port and two T1 channels (2B data) programmed for data operation; communication is at 112 kilobits per second.
Page 99 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-39 System Manager. The system manager manages one remote system (System D) and one on-site system. The system manager accesses System D by dialing its Remote Access code, which is included in the non- local dial plan.
Page 100: Scenario 2: Overview
Intuity AUDIX ML D ML C Palo Alto, CA Chicago, IL Intuity AUDIX T1 Tandem Tie Intuity Area code 650 Area code 312 Facilities CONVERSANT Switch ID 01 Switch ID 02 Home Menu Inspct More MLX-5D Volume MLX-20L Feature Transfer Home More MLX-20L...
Page 101 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-41 Table 2–9, page 2–43 shows how the system manager sets up the systems so that users on each system can access the PSTN facilities connected to the other system.
Page 102: Udp Extension Ranges: Scenario
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-42 Table 2–8. UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 2 System C Local Dial Plan: 4630–4699; System D Local Dial Plan: 7340–7379; 7460- 4850–4899;...
Page 103: Scenario 2: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn
Table 2–9. Scenario 2: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN Component System C: Chicago, IL (Area Code: 312) System D: Palo Alto, CA (Area Code: 650) DS1 Switch Type MERLIN LEGEND-PBX MERLIN LEGEND-Ntwk ARS Access Code Switch 01 for a system more than 200 miles away 02 for a system more than 200 miles away...
Page 104: Scenario 2: Ars Routing Summary, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn
Table 2–10. Scenario 2: ARS Routing Summary, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN System C: Chicago, IL (Area Code: 312) System D: Palo Alto, CA (Area Code: 650) Dialed or Rec’d Dialed or Rec’d Digits Rte Pool Type Prep Digits Rte Pool Type...
Page 105 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-45 Routing for Outside Calls This topic examines routing for hypothetical outside calls, to show how the system manager in Scenario 2 maximizes cost benefits from the private network. As you study the example call routes in Table 2–11, page 2–46, review the general setup...
Page 106: Outside Calls: Scenario
Table 2–11. Outside Calls: Scenario 2 Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System C: Ext. FRL: 2 Route 1: ARS Area Code Table routes to Route 1, System D: Remote access FRL < tandem trunk pool, FRL 2, prepends 9 3.
Page 107 Table 2–11. Continued Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System C: Ext. FRL: 1 Route 1: ARS Area Code Table routes to tandem trunk pool, FRL 3, call prohibited for this user. Call denied System C: Ext.
Page 108 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-48 Intersystem Calling This topic illustrates how different types of calls are made and received in Scenario 2, using the extension numbers and extension equipment types shown Figure 2–3 on page 2–40.
Page 109: Intersystem Calling: Scenario
Table 2–12. Intersystem Calling: Scenario 2 Type of Call Caller Caller Dials Recipient Recipient Sees... &"#! UD@USFÃ Non-local extension System C: Ext. 4638 System D Ext. 7342, ® FRL=6 MLX-5D #%"' UD@USF Non-local extension System D, Ext. 7377 System C Ext. 4638, FRL=3 MLX-20L "!%Ã...
Page 110 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-50 Scenario 3: Four Systems in a Series, Mixed Facilities Like Scenario 1, this example discusses the planning and call-handling for networking features and routing.
Page 111: Scenario 3: Overview
MLX-20L Home More Menu Inspct Volume Message Feature Transfer HFAI Conf PQRS WXYZ Mute Drop Speaker Hold OPER Ext. 2210 Ext. 2252 MLX-10D Ext. 2233 Analog Display VMS/AA MLX-20L ML J Ext. 5564 Cambridge, MA PassageWay Ext. 5544 Area Code 617 Client MLX-10D VMS/AA...
Page 112 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-52 Non-Local Dial Plans and Facilities Planning This section shows how non-local dial plans, switch identifiers, UDP routing, ARS routing, and remote access are set up for each system. Not all details are provided for all facilities and extensions.
Page 113 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-53 Because Systems J and K are close to one another but distant from the other two systems, Systems J and K do not have the same switch identifiers across the network.
Page 114: Udp Extension Ranges: Scenario
Table 2–13. UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 3 System J Local Dial Plan: System K Local Dial Plan: System L Local Dial Plan: System M Local Dial Plan: 2210–2259 5540–5569; 5770–5799 6030–6049; 6240–6269 3250–3269; 3410–3449 Extension Range: 5540–5569 Extension Range: 2210–2259 Extension Range: 5540–5569 Extension Range: 5540–5569 Pattern: 01...
Page 115: Scenario 3: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn
Table 2–14. Scenario 3: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN System J: Cambridge, System K: Boston, MA System L: Washington, System M: Raleigh, NC Component MA (Area Code: 617) (Area Code: 617) DC (Area Code: 202) (Area Code: 919) Not applicable for analog MERLIN LEGEND-PBX...
Page 116: Scenario 3 Ars Routing Summary: Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn: Systems J & K
Table 2–15. Scenario 3 ARS Routing Summary: Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN: Systems J & K System J: Cambridge, MA (Area Code: 617) System K: Boston, MA (Area Code: 617) Dialed or Rec’d Dialed or Rec’d Digits Rte Pool Type Prep...
Page 117: Scenario 3 Ars Routing Summary: Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn: Systems L & M
Table 2–16. Scenario 3 ARS Routing Summary: Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN: Systems L & M System L: Washington, DC (Area Code: 202) System M: Raleigh, NC (Area Code: 919) Dialed or Rec’d Dialed or Rec’d Digits Rte Pool Type Prep...
Page 118 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-58 Routing for Outside Calls This topic examines routing for hypothetical outside calls, to show how the system managers in Scenario 3 maximize cost benefits from the private network. As you study the example call routes in Table 2–17, page 2–59, review the general setup...
Page 119: Outside Calls: Scenario
Table 2–17. Outside Calls: Scenario 3 Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System J: Ext. FRL: 1 Route 1: ARS Local Exchange Table routes Route 1, System K: Call is routed here for a <...
Page 120 Table 2–17. Continued Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing Ã dialed twice Two outside dial-plan System L: Routes each call to PRI For each call System M PRI dial-plan routed 64-kbps PRI 2B tandem trunk pool 5335 via Pattern 5 and routing deletes 555, checks local dial <...
Page 121 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-61 Intersystem Calling This topic illustrates how different types of calls are made and received in Scenario 3, using the extension numbers and extension equipment types shown Figure 2–4 on page 2–51.
Page 122: Intersystem Calling: Scenario
Table 2–18. Intersystem Calling: Scenario 3 Caller Routed Type of Call Caller Dials via... Recipient Recipient Sees... "!$# Non-local extension System K: System L System M Ext. 3254, Ext. 5564 All PRI MLX-10D, Name display !!$! Non-local extension System L: System K System J Ext.
Page 123 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-63 Scenario 4: Four Systems in a Star, Mixed Facilities In this scenario, one MERLIN LEGEND Communications System acts as the hub and three systems are connected to it in a star configuration to the hub.
Page 124: Scenario 4: Overview
PSTN PSTN ML G Ext. 4601 Austin, TX Area Code 512 2B Data Video ML F Spokane, WA Area Code 509 Ext. 2248 Switch ID 02 PassageWay VMS/AA Tandem Ext. 4536 Client Tandem MLX-10D VMS/AA Ext. 4552 Analog Display ML E Ext.
Page 125 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-65 Note the following general facts about this larger network, which requires more coordination in order to set up: The systems span three different time zones. System H serves a warehousing and shipping operational facility.
Page 126 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-66 Intersystem voice calls to and from System G do not display calling name or number information at MLX display telephone or PassageWay recipients, because these calls travel over tandem tie trunks.
Page 127 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-67 CAUTION: Unless networked systems are collocated, each system should have at least one loop-start line connected to the PSTN. The line is required to allow connection of a power-failure telephone to the Power-Failure Transfer (PFT) jack on a module as a power outage backup and for correct routing of emergency and other N11 calls.
Page 128: Udp Extension Ranges: Scenario
Table 2–19. UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 4 System E Local Dial Plan: System F Local Dial Plan: System G Local Dial Plan: System H Local Dial Plan: 5400–5499; 5610–5669 2200–2259; 2400–2449 4530–4599; 4600–4601 1230–1299; 1450–1499 Extension Range: 2200–2259 Extension Range: 5400–5499 Extension Range: 5400–5499 Extension Range: 5400–5499 Pattern: 01...
Page 129 Table 2–19. Continued System E Local Dial Plan: System F Local Dial Plan: System G Local Dial Plan: System H Local Dial Plan: 5400–5499; 5610–5669 2200–2259; 2400–2449 4530–4599; 4600–4601 1230–1299; 1450–1499 Extension Range: 1230–1299 Extension Range: 4600–4601 Extension Range: 2400–2449 Extension Range: 4600–4601 Pattern: 03 Pattern: 13...
Page 130: Scenario 4: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn, Systems E And H
Table 2–20. Scenario 4: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN, Systems E and H Component System E: Baltimore, MD (Area Code: 410) System H: Reston, VA (Area Code: 703) MERLIN LEGEND-Ntwk MERLIN LEGEND-PBX DS1 Switch Type Switch Identifiers 22 for a system within 200 miles (System H) 21 for a system within 200 miles (System E)
Page 131: Scenario 4: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn, Systems F And G
Table 2–21. Scenario 4: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN, Systems F and G Component System F: Spokane, WA (Area Code: 509) System G: Austin, TX (Area Code: 512) MERLIN LEGEND-PBX Not applicable for tandem tie trunks DS1 Switch Type Switch Identifiers 01 for a system more than 200 miles away (System E)
Page 132 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-72 Routing for Outside Calls This topic examines routing for hypothetical outside calls, to show how the system managers in Scenario 4 maximize cost benefits from the private network. As you study the example call routes in Table 2–22, page 2–73, review the general setup...
Page 133: Outside Calls: Scenario
Table 2–22. Outside Calls: Scenario 4 Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System H: Ext. FRL: 0 ARS Local Exchange Table routes to System E: ARS absorbs no digits, routes tandem trunk pool, FRL 0, prepends to PSTN pool.
Page 134 Table 2–22. Continued Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing DID call arrives at System F DID receives 5438, checks local System E: Voice call arrives at Ext. 5438, System F dial plan, then finds number in non-local PassageWay client, which does not dial plan.
Page 135 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-75 Scenario 5: Large System Hub In this scenario, two MERLIN LEGEND Communications Systems are linked to a hub DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions system in a star configuration.
Page 136 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-76 CAUTION: Unless networked systems are collocated, each system should have at least one loop-start line connected to the PSTN. The line is required to allow connection of a power-failure telephone to the Power-Failure Transfer (PFT) jack on a module as a power outage backup and for correct routing of emergency and other N11 calls.
Page 137: Scenario 5: Overview
MLX-20L Home More Menu Inspct Volume Message Feature Transfer HFAI Conf Ext. 1822 PQRS WXYZ Mute Drop OPER Speaker Hold Ext. 1674 2B Data MLX-20L Ext. 1670 MLX-10D ML O PSTN ML O Atlanta, GA Ext. 1812 Area Code 404 2B Data Tandem T1 (DID)
Page 138 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-78 System N is a support and service center with busy incoming call traffic entering System N from System A PSTN facilities. Customers receiving technical support pay a high fee for this service and expect rapid and responsive service.
Page 139 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-79 Table 2–24, page 2–81 is an overview of how the system managers set up their systems for internetwork use of PSTN facilities. To avoid repetition, details are not provided.
Page 140: Udp Extension Ranges: Scenario
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-80 Table 2–23. UDP Extension Ranges: Scenario 5 System A Local Dial Plan: System O Local Dial Plan: System N Local Dial Plan: 54400–54499;...
Page 141: Scenario 5: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating Within The Network And Going To The Pstn
Table 2–24. Scenario 5: Facilities Planning, Calls Originating within the Network and Going to the PSTN System A: Atlanta, GA System O: Atlanta, GA System N: Denver, CO Component (Area Code: 404) (Area Code: 404) (Area Code: 303) DS1 Switch Type Network MERLIN LEGEND-Ntwk MERLIN LEGEND-Ntwk...
Page 142 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-82 Routing for Outside Calls This topic examines routing for hypothetical incoming and outgoing outside calls, to show how the system managers in Scenario 5 maximize cost benefits from the private network.
Page 143: Outside Calls: Scenario
Table 2–25. Outside Calls: Scenario 5 Originating or Receiving System Dialed Digits Local Routing Non-Local Routing System O: Ext. FRL: 1 ARS Area Code Table routes to main pool, None FRL 2, call denied. System N: Ext. FRL: 3 ARS Area Code Table routes to tandem System A: ARS Area Code Table routes <...
Page 144 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-84 Intersystem Calling Table 2–26, page 2–85 illustrates dialing and recipient screen displays for calling among extensions in Scenario 5. Note the following facts about intersystem calling in this scenario: The full 5-digit DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions extension numbers display at recipient extensions on the MERLIN LEGEND...
Page 145: Intersystem Calling: Scenario
Table 2–26. Intersystem Calling: Scenario 5 Caller Type of Call Caller Dials Routed via... Recipient Recipient Sees... #$! Non-local extension System O: System A System N Ext. 4502, Ext. 1674 All PRI MLX-20L, Name and number display $##"$ Non-local extension System N: All PRI, digits System A: Telephone...
Page 146 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Call-Handling Scenarios Network Configuration Scenarios Page 2-86...
Page 147: Feature Interactions
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Account Code Entry Page 3-1 Feature Interactions This topic summarizes the ways that MERLIN LEGEND Communications System features work across private networks. For detailed descriptions of the features mentioned in this section, see the Feature Reference .
Page 148: Authorization Code
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Authorization Code Page 3-2 non-tie (PRI) trunks, ignoring the barrier code requirement setting. If remote users connect to the local system via tandem PRI facilities, the non-tie restrictions apply; otherwise, the tie restrictions apply.
Page 149: Automatic Route Selection (Ars)
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Automatic Route Selection (ARS) Page 3-3 Automatic Route Selection (ARS) To help prevent toll fraud, ARS access codes for other networked systems must not be assigned to the non-local dial plan; the local ARS access code cannot be assigned to the non-local dial plan.
Page 150: Barge-In
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Barge-In Page 3-4 extension FRL. Similarly, if a caller is using ARS to call over another networked system’s PSTN facilities, the extension FRL is compared only with the local ARS route and its value must be equal to or greater than the route FRL value.
Page 151: Calling Restrictions
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Calling Restrictions Page 3-5 MLX display telephone. The factory setting for Remote Call Forwarding is to prohibit it for all extensions, so the system manager must program the original receiving extension to allow use of the feature.
Page 152: Computer Telephony Integration (Cti) Link
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) Link Page 3-6 Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) Link In a private network, operation for calls in PassageWay Telephony Services applications depends upon the application implementation as well as the type of private networked trunks (PRI or tie) that carry calls.
Page 153: Conference
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Conference Page 3-7 Conference Calls to a non-local dial plan extension are treated as outside calls for the purpose of conferencing. Each non-local conference participant who is added takes up one of the two outside calls permitted in a conference.
Page 154: Directories
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Directories Page 3-8 Directories Non-local dial plan extension numbers cannot be included in a local Extension Directory. However, non-local extension numbers can be included in Personal and System Directories.
Page 155: Forward And Follow Me
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Forward and Follow Me Page 3-9 Forward and Follow Me Forwarding features cannot forward calls to or from non-local extensions as though they were local extensions. Remote Call Forwarding can be used to forward a call to a non-local extension.
Page 156: Group Calling
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Group Calling Page 3-10 WARNING: To prevent toll fraud, it is recommend that a tandem pool should not be used for Remote Call Forwarding. Group Calling Private networked trunks cannot be programmed to ring into calling groups, because tandem trunks are dial-in facilities.
Page 157: Messaging
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Messaging Page 3-11 When operators make intersystem calls, you should relabel the default ÃPQ@S6USÃ label to distinguish operators in different systems. The system supports the display of DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions extension labels, although long DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions labels may be truncated on MERLIN LEGEND Communications System MLX displays, which support a maximum of 7 characters for name labels and 7...
Page 158: Paging
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Paging Page 3-12 Transitions into and out of Night Service must be made locally. For example, an operator cannot turn on Night Service at a remote system. Private trunks should not be assigned to a Night Service group.
Page 159: Primary Rate Interface (Pri) And T1
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Primary Rate Interface (PRI) and T1 Page 3-13 Primary Rate Interface (PRI) and T1 “Tandem Trunks” on page 2–8 and the scenarios in Chapter 2 provide details about private network routing of incoming outside calls received on PRI and T1 facilities.
Page 160: Queued Call Console (Qcc)
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Queued Call Console (QCC) Page 3-14 Queued Call Console (QCC) An extension may not have its calls covered by a QCC on another system. A QCC operator can manually extend a non-local dial plan extension call to a local extension, non-local dial plan extension, or a destination outside the private network.
Page 161: Signal/Notify
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Signal/Notify Page 3-15 A caller can also reach remote access on a networked system by calling in on DID or dial-plan routed trunks or by calling in on a line/trunk programmed for shared or dedicated remote access.
Page 162: Station Message Detail Recording (Smdr)
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) Page 3-16 Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) SMDR reports may report calls using more than one call record. Depending upon how SMDR is programmed and how calls are routed, you may need to consult several SMDR records in order to trace a call that is routed over network trunks.
Page 163: Transfer
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Transfer Page 3-17 Transfer Transfers of outside or non-local dial plan calls to non-local dial plan extensions are actually trunk-to-trunk transfers. Most extensions, including those equipped with single-line telephones, can make these calls, regardless of system programming for trunk-to-trunk transfer.
Page 164: Voice Messaging Interface (Vmi)
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Feature Interactions Voice Messaging Interface (VMI) Page 3-18 Voice Messaging Interface (VMI) Each system in a private network must have its own voice mail application. However, an automated attendant application can route calls to a non-local dial plan extension.
Page 165: Security
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Page 4-1 Security This chapter describes the security issues that you must consider as you plan and maintain a system in a private network. Most of these points have been raised in earlier chapters, and Chapter 2, “Call-Handling Scenarios,”...
Page 166: Overview
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Overview Page 4-2 Overview Security planning and implementation, like other aspects of networking, require careful coordination among system managers. Local system business needs must be balanced with overall routing and security considerations. Network system managers must combine existing features and new networking features to safeguard against toll fraud.
Page 167: Calling Restrictions And Security Feature Planning In Networks
Table 4–1. Calling Restrictions and Security Feature Planning in Networks Restriction, Feature, or Factory Setting Setting Suspended? Description Personal Lines Not Applicable Private network trunks must never be assigned as personal lines or extensions. Applicable Pool buttons Not Applicable Users must never be given Pool button access to pools of tandem trunks. Applicable Dial Access Not Allowed...
Page 168 Restriction, Feature, or Factory Setting Setting Suspended? Description Toll Restriction Despite toll restrictions, users can make calls to non-local extensions. Allowed and Disallowed Do not assign any Allowed List to the default class -of-restriction for all tie and/or Disallowed Lists List 7 all non-tie tandem facilities.
Page 169: Facility Restriction Levels And Remote Access
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-5 SECURITYlALERT: Networked systems require special attention to security issues. Follow the rules below when setting up and planning your system for network use. Ensure that barrier codes are required for incoming remote access calls received on PSTN PRI dial-plan routed and DID facilities, as well as those calls that are made from the local system by dialing...
Page 170 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-6 Extensions. The factory-set FRL for extensions is 3. When an extension user attempts to use ARS or make a UDP call on his or her local system, the extension FRL is compared to the local ARS or UDP route FRL.
Page 171 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-7 The system manager sets the options listed below for the remote access default COR on his or her own system. If the system is linked to the network by tandem tie facilities (analog, T1-emulated voice, or data), the settings are assigned to all tie trunks.
Page 172 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-8 Allowed List Assignment. Do not assign any Allowed Lists. Disallowed List Assignment. Disallowed Lists should be used for the default COR.
Page 173: Recommended Settings For Tie And Non-Tie Default Cor And Callback
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-9 Table 4–2. Recommended Settings for Tie and Non-Tie Default COR and Callback Recommended Setting Name Setting Description Barrier Code Requires barrier code entry for remote access calls on DID, Requirement PRI dial plan-routed, dedicated or shared remote access, or...
Page 174 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-10 through, the default COR FRL must be equal to or higher than the remote system ARS or UDP route FRL, whichever is routing the call next. System A System B Extension FRL=2:...
Page 175 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-11 Table 4–3. Facility Restriction Levels Local Extension/Barrier Local ARS or UDP Route Code Default COR/FRL Call Allowed? 0 only 0, 1...
Page 176: Security
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Security Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access Page 4-12...
Page 177: System Management
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Page 5-1 System Management This chapter summarizes the system programming required in order to set up and maintain a system within a private network. Full details of all procedures, including step-by-step programming instructions are included in System Programming .
Page 178: General Programming In Networks
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-2 General Programming in Networks This section outlines system features and programming options that may need adjustment or special planning when your system is included in a private network. This section includes the following topics: Pool Assignment Automatic Route Selection (ARS)
Page 179 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-3 Automatic Route Selection (ARS) This topic describes two aspects of ARS as it is used in private networks: The general steps for setting up ARS in order to facilitate the use of PSTN facilities by non-local users ARS Facility Restriction Levels (FRLs) assigned to extensions and how their operation differs in a private network.
Page 180 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-4 ensure that the correct services are reached, if the loop-start line is used for emergency or other N11 calls, it should be assigned to the main pool.
Page 181 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-5 “Facility Restriction Levels and Remote Access” on page 4–5 discusses the interactions among FRLs in greater detail. For procedures that allow you to assign ARS FRLs to extensions, see System Programming, Chapter 3, “Common Administrative Procedures.”...
Page 182 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-6 dedicated remote access. For programming information, see System Programming, Chapter 4, “System Programming Procedures.” For guidelines on setting up remote access COR settings, see “Remote Access Default Class-of-Restriction Settings”...
Page 183 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-7 Clock synchronization derived from the PSTN, either via PRI or BRI facilities, is always preferable to a clock source that is provided by a digital tandem facility that is not connected to the PSTN.
Page 184 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-8 NOTE: If a DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions system is included in the network and has functional digital PSTN facilities, it should provide the clock synchronization source.
Page 185 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management General Programming in Networks Page 5-9 Tie Trunks See System Programming, Chapter 4, “System Programming Procedures.” Program analog tandem tie trunks for delay-start seizure type, two way operation, E&M signalling type (as appropriate), the factory-set default disconnect time of 300 milliseconds, and touch-tone dialing.
Page 186: Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering Page 5-10 Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering As part of implementing a private network, the system manager at each networked system specifies ranges of extensions for non-local systems connected directly or via another network system to the local MERLIN LEGEND Communications System.
Page 187 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering Page 5-11 entered as 4321 through 4322 represents remote extensions 43210 through 43229. Users actually dial five digits. The local system recognizes the number range by the first four digits, but sends all five digits to the DEFINITY ECS or DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions system.
Page 188 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering Page 5-12 Valid Entries New extension ranges : Starting and ending numbers for non-local extension ranges Deleting extension ranges : Starting numbers for non-local extension ranges to be deleted Task List: Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering NOTE:...
Page 189: Switch Identifiers
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Switch Identifiers Page 5-13 Programming Instructions To specify new extension ranges: Console Procedures Dial no. of first extension in range Dial no. of last extension in range Dial no.
Page 190 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Switch Identifiers Page 5-14 You can assign a switch identifier to a block of trunks. You can also remove a switch identifier from a block of trunks that use the same switch identifier. The correct switch identifier for a trunk or block of trunks is determined by the type of switch to which the trunk is connected and whether or not that switch is a satellite switch (located within 200 miles of the local system).
Page 191 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Switch Identifiers Page 5-15 System F System E System D tandem tandem Atlanta, GA Queens, NY NY, NY trunk trunk This topic includes procedures for adding a switch identifier to a single trunk or to a block of sequentially numbered trunks.
Page 192: Tandem Pri Facilities
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Tandem PRI Facilities Page 5-16 Programming Instructions To enter an identifier for one trunk: Console Procedures More Dial trunk Dial switch no. To enter an identifier for a block of trunks: Dial starting trunk in block Dial ending trunk in block...
Page 193 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Tandem PRI Facilities Page 5-17 When you order facilities for PRI, you specify a T1 point-to-point circuit; the service provider may supply amplification but not PRI service or switching. Program the circuit for PRI, following the instructions in System Programming for both DS1 and PRI.
Page 194 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Tandem PRI Facilities Page 5-18 Planning Guidelines To set up a PRI tandem trunk, one system is specified as operating in PBX mode and the other as operating in network mode. When you program this switch type, you specify the type of switch at the other end of the PRI trunk, not the local switch.
Page 195: Uniform Dial Plan Routing
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Uniform Dial Plan Routing Page 5-19 Task List: Switch Type Obtain Form 3b, Incoming Trunks: DS1 Connectivity (100D module). Read Chapter 2, “Call-Handling Scenarios,” to see examples showing Switch Type settings for different network configurations.
Page 196 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Uniform Dial Plan Routing Page 5-20 extension ranges, which is part of numbering the extensions. To perform this procedure, see “Non-Local Dial Plan Numbering” on page 5–10.
Page 197: Facility Restriction Levels
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Uniform Dial Plan Routing Page 5-21 Valid Entries Pattern (1–20) Routes (1–4) Facility Restriction Levels FRLs assigned to extensions apply not only to ARS calls but also to calls for non- local UDP extensions connected by private trunks to your local system.
Page 198 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Uniform Dial Plan Routing Page 5-22 NOTE: Do not use this procedure to overcome conflicts between local and non- local extension numbering. Such conflicts can result in numerous problems with system features and should be resolved by system renumbering of the affected systems.
Page 199 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Uniform Dial Plan Routing Page 5-23 Valid Entries Up to 20 digits (any combination of 0 to 9 and HOLD (P), for Pause) Voice and/or Data Routing For UDP routing, the voice/data attribute is used in conjunction with PRI tandem trunks.
Page 200 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Uniform Dial Plan Routing Page 5-24 Programming Instructions To specify routes: Console Procedures Dial pattern no. Dial route no. Dial pool dial-out code To assign FRLs to routes: Dial pattern no.
Page 201: Display Preferences For Intersystem Calls
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Display Preferences for Intersystem Calls Page 5-25 Display Preferences for Intersystem Calls Use this procedure to specify display preferences on MLX display telephones, for incoming PSTN calls or non-local dial plan calls that arrive on PRI tandem trunks. Non-local dial plan calls that arrive on networked tie or T1 trunks are not affected;...
Page 202: Merlin Legend Communications System Release
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 System Management Display Preferences for Intersystem Calls Page 5-26...
Page 203: Troubleshooting
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Page 6-1 Troubleshooting This chapter helps you analyze and solve some common network calling problems that users of your system may encounter. Each problem is summarized, with possible causes and solutions.
Page 204: Troubleshooting Guidelines And Preparation
However, some problems require the intervention of a Lucent Technologies technician. In the USA only, Lucent Technologies provides a toll-free customer Helpline (1 800 628-2888) 24 hours a day. You may want to allow only...
Page 205: Call To A Non-Local Extension: Unexpected Busy Tone
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Call to a Non-Local Extension: Unexpected Busy Tone Page 6-3 system programming by using the MLX-20L console or SPM software on a personal computer. The troubleshooting instructions also cite procedures from System Programming .
Page 206 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Call to a Non-Local Extension: Unexpected Busy Tone Page 6-4 Non-Local Extension: Silence or Fast Busy Tone” on page 6–5 outlines possible causes for a busy tone that relate either to system programming of facilities or to call routing.
Page 207: Call To Non-Local Extension: Silence Or Fast Busy Tone
If your system is linked by tandem tie trunks and silence occurs, call the other system on a PSTN line/trunk in order to determine whether a tie trunk is out of service. If it is not, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 208 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Call to Non-Local Extension: Silence or Fast Busy Tone Page 6-6 costs than routes that specify tandem facilities, you may need to adjust extension and route FRLs in order to restrict access to them. Be sure that you discuss any changes with the coordinating system manager.
Page 209 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Call to Non-Local Extension: Silence or Fast Busy Tone Page 6-7 To change a UDP route FRL, see “Uniform Dial Plan Routing” on page or “UDP Routing” in Chapter 4 of System Programming. 5–19 To change the extension FRL, see System Programming, Chapter 3, “Common Administrative Procedures.”...
Page 210 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Call to Non-Local Extension: Silence or Fast Busy Tone Page 6-8 Possible Cause 6: There may be a numbering conflict in the switch identifiers for the trunks that carry the call. Within a network, switch identifiers should be unique and unambiguous.
Page 211 — If the call is a data call, go to Possible Cause 8. — If the call is not a data call, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply. Possible Cause 8: The FRL for the default COR for tie trunks (T1-emulated voice or data, or analog) on the remote system may be blocking tandem calls.
Page 212: Call To Non-Local Extension: Warble Tone (Error Tone)
T1-emulated voice or data facilities, it cannot go through. If the call is routed over PRI and/or BRI facilities, a speed of 64 kbps may be possible. If this is not the cause of the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 213 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Call to Non-Local Extension: Warble Tone (Error Tone) Page 6-11 Possible Cause 4: The FRL assigned to the extension may not permit the call on any of the routes included in the pattern for the call. What to do: Look at the system form for the caller’s extension.
Page 214: Calls To Non-Local Extensions: Unexpected Busy Tone
COR FRL. The route FRL must be equal to or lower than the default COR value or the call is blocked. The factory setting is 3. If FRL settings are not the cause, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 215: Call To Non-Local Extension Reaches Wrong Extension
However, conflicts can still arise due to digit prepending or absorption as a call is routed across the network. If this is not the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 216: Call To Non-Local Extension: Message From Co
UDP tables for proper digit manipulation. He or she can determine whether the routing problem is on that system. If this is not the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 217: Transfer Call To Non-Local Extension Does Not Return
If the call is routed over any tandem tie trunks or over any PSTN facilities, you have solved the problem. If the call is routed only over tandem PRI facilities, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 218: Did Calls Not Completed
If this is not the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply. DID Calls Not Completed There are several reasons why Direct Inward Dialing (DID) calls across a network may not complete, either due to busy facilities or to faulty programming.
Page 219: Ars Calls Are Blocked
COR FRL. The route FRL must be equal to or lower than the default COR value or the call is blocked. The factory setting is 3. If FRL settings are not the cause, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 220: Callback Does Not Work
ARS code is being prepended. Verify that switch identifiers have been assigned to all private network trunks. If this does not solve the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 221 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Network Call Transmission Level (Volume) Too Low or Too High Page 6-19 NOTE: DEFINITY ECS and DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions systems are beyond the scope of this guide. For information about how these systems identify tandem facilities, see the documentation for the applicable system.
Page 222: Mlx Displays: Network Call Display Problems
What to Do: This may occur when calls are transferred or forwarded multiple times across analog facilities. Consider changing to digital facilities if this situation occurs frequently. Contact your Lucent Technologies representative or Local Authorized Dealer for instructions. If the problem is not solved with the above instructions, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888;...
Page 223: Passageway Call Display Problems
Possible Cause 4: Transfer completed too quickly. What to Do: Callers must wait at least two seconds before completing transfers. If none of these factors caused the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 224: Ars Calls Go To System Operator (Unassigned Extension)
The problem is caused when one or more tandem trunks has no switch identifier (the factory setting). If this is not the problem, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply.
Page 225: Did Or Pri Dial-Plan Routed Calls Not Completed
If the routing is correct, contact the service provider. If the service provider instructs you to do so, call the Lucent Technologies Helpline at 1 800 628-2888; consultation charges may apply. Excessive Line Noise on Voice and Data Calls Possible Cause: Clocks are not properly synchronized.
Page 226: Station Message Detail Recording (Smdr) Reports Do Not Include Calls Across The Network
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Troubleshooting Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) Reports Do Not Include Calls across Page 6-24 Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR) Reports Do Not Include Calls across the Network SMDR reports may report calls using more than one call record on more than one system.
Page 227: A Customer Support Information
In the USA only, Lucent Technologies provides a toll-tree customer Helpline (1 800 628-2888) 24 hours a day. If you need assistance when installing, programming, or using your system, call the Helpline or your Lucent Technologies representative. Consultation charges may apply.
Page 228: Canadian Department Of Communications (Doc) Interference Information
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) Interference Information Page A-2 Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) Interference Information This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Page 229 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information FCC Notification and Repair Information Page A-3 If there are no directly terminated trunks, or if the only directly terminated facilities are personal lines, report the number AS5USA-65646-PF-E.
Page 230: Installation And Operational Procedures
FCC. In the event repairs are needed on this equipment, contact your authorized Lucent Technologies dealer or, in the USA only, contact the National Service Assistance Center (NSAC) at 1 800 628-2888.
Page 231: Doc Notification And Repair Information
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information DOC Notification and Repair Information Page A-5 This equipment returns answer supervision on all DID calls forwarded back to the Public Switched Telephone Network. Permissible exceptions are when: —...
Page 232: Renseignements Sur La Notification Du Ministère Des Communications Du Canada Et La Réparation
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Renseignements sur la notification du ministère des Communications du Canada Page A-6 Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected.
Page 233 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Renseignements sur la notification du ministère des Communications du Canada Page A-7 suite de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement.
Page 234 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Renseignements sur la notification du ministère des Communications du Canada Page A-8 MERLIN LEGEND D.O.C. Ministère des Communications Location Label Placement du Canada emplacement de l’étiquette...
Page 235: Security Of Your System: Preventing Toll Fraud
Lucent Technologies cannot be responsible for such charges and will not make any allowance or give any credit for charges that...
Page 236: Toll Fraud Prevention
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Toll Fraud Prevention Page A-10 To minimize the risk of unauthorized access to your communications system: Use an unpublished Remote Access number. Assign access codes randomly to users on a need-to-have basis, keeping a log of all authorized users and assigning one code to one person.
Page 237 (line/trunk) or a network operator. This is referred to as social engineering. Hackers may pose as telephone company employees and employees of Lucent Technologies or your authorized dealer. Hackers will go through a company’s trash to find directories, dialing instructions, and other information that will enable them to break into the system.
Page 238 February 1998 Customer Support Information Toll Fraud Prevention Page A-12 Any time a call appears to be suspicious, call the Lucent Technologies BCS Fraud Intervention Center at 1 800 628-2888 (fraud intervention for System ® 25, PARTNER and MERLIN systems).
Page 239 1809, 1900, and 976 or 1(wildcard)976. In Release 3.1 and later systems, Disallowed List number 7 does not include 800 and 1800 and 411 and 1411, but Lucent Technologies recommends that you add them. Assign all voice mail port extensions to this Disallowed List. Lucent Technologies recommends assigning Disallowed List number 7.
Page 240 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Toll Fraud Prevention Page A-14 Additional general security for voice messaging systems: Use a secure password for the General Mailboxes. The default administration mailbox, 9997, must be reassigned to the system manager’s mailbox/extension number and securely password protected.
Page 241 Page A-15 If Remote Call Forwarding is required, MERLIN LEGEND Communications System owners should coordinate with their Lucent Technologies Account Team or authorized dealer to verify the type of central office facility used for RCF. If it is a ground-start line/trunk, or if it is a loop-start line/trunk and central office reliable disconnect can be ensured, then nothing else needs to be done.
Page 242: Other Security Hints
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Other Security Hints Page A-16 If a customer chooses to use the Remote Access feature without a security adjunct, then multiple barrier codes should be employed, with one per user if the system permits.
Page 243 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Other Security Hints Page A-17 Users who are assigned voice mailboxes should frequently change personal passwords and should not choose obvious passwords. The system manager should advise users with special telephone privileges (such as Remote Access, Outcalling, and Remote Call Forwarding) of the potential risks and responsibilities.
Page 244 Change the access password regularly and issue it only to authorized personnel. Disconnect the maintenance port when not in use. (However, this eliminates Lucent Technologies’ 24-hour maintenance surveillance capability and may result in additional maintenance costs.) Create a communications system management policy concerning employee turnover and include these suggestions: —...
Page 245 Schedule regular, off-site backups. Keep the Remote Maintenance Device turned off when not in use by Lucent Technologies or your authorized dealer. Limit transfers to registered subscribers only. Use the Security Violations Notification options (Mailbox Lock or Warning Message) to alert you of any mailbox break-in attempts.
Page 246 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Other Security Hints Page A-20 Choosing Passwords Passwords should be the maximum length allowed by the system. Passwords should be hard to guess and should not contain: All the same numbers (for example, 1111, 666666) Sequential characters (for example 123456) Numbers that can be associated with you or your business, such as your...
Page 247: Limited Warranty And Limitation Of Liability
Warranty Date that your system is not in good working order, Lucent Technologies will without charge to you repair or replace, at its option, the system components that are not in good working order. Repair or replacement parts may be new or refurbished and will be provided on an exchange basis.
Page 248: Remote Administration And Maintenance
Page A-22 Limitation of Liability Except as provided below, the liability of Lucent Technologies and its affiliates and suppliers for any claims, losses, damages, or expenses from any cause whatsoever (including acts or omissions of third parties), regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall not exceed the lesser of: (1) the direct damages proven;...
Page 249 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Remote Administration and Maintenance Page A-23 To reduce the risk of unauthorized access through Remote Administration and Maintenance, please observe the following procedures: The System Administration and Maintenance capability of a Hybrid/PBX or Key system is protected by a password.
Page 250 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Customer Support Information Remote Administration and Maintenance Page A-24...
Page 251: Sample Report Pages
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Page B-1 Sample Reports This appendix includes samples of the print reports generated by the communications system. It only includes samples of reports that include information about private network features or affect planning for private networks.
Page 252: B Sample Reports
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Page B-2 Table B–1. Continued For... See... Extension Information Report B–22 Error Log Report B–24 Switch 56 Data Information Report B–25 Table B–2 lists all of the system reports and includes the print menu option used to print each report, the report name, and a brief description of each report.
Page 253: B Sample Reports
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Page B-3 Continued Table B–2. Menu Option Report Name Description DS1 information Options (line, signal, and so on) assigned to T1 trunks or lines. PRI Information PRI trunks assigned to B-channel groups.
Page 254 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Page B-4 Continued Table B–2. Menu Option Report Name Description Extension Directory Slot/port addresses, extensions, labels and feature-related attributes. Column headings are printed on the first page only and are not carried over to subsequent pages.
Page 255 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Page B-5 Continued Table B–2. Menu Option Report Name Description Non-Local Dial Plan Ranges of extension numbers for non-local dial plan extensions connected to a networked external switch;...
Page 256: Dial Plan Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Dial Plan Report Page B-6 Dial Plan Report Print Menu Option: Sections: Pools; Telephone Paging Zones; Direct Group Calling Group; Lines/Trunks; Stations DIAL PLAN FOR POOLS POOL.# POOL.# POOL.#...
Page 257 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Dial Plan Report Page B-7 Dial Plan Report—Continued DIAL PLAN FOR STATIONS STN #: OPERATR STN #: STN #: STN #: EXT 13 STN #: EXT 14 STN #: STN #:...
Page 258 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Dial Plan Report Page B-8 Dial Plan Report—Continued COMPLETE DIAL PLAN FOR STATIONS AND ADJUNCTS ID #: 4000 7300 ID #: 4001 7301 ID #: 4002 7302 ID #:...
Page 259: Non-Local Dial Plan Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Non-Local Dial Plan Report Page B-9 Non-Local Dial Plan Report Print Menu Option: (Release 6.0 and later systems only) Sections: Ranges; Patterns Range Range Range Range 01) 2400-2449 14) 5000-5049...
Page 260: Tie Trunk Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Tie Trunk Information Report Page B-10 Tie Trunk Information Report Print Menu Option: TIE TRUNK INFORMATION TRUNK Slot/Port : 14/ 1 TIE-PBX Direction: 2 Way E&M Signal: Type1S Dialtone : Remote...
Page 261: Did Trunk Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports DID Trunk Information Report Page B-11 DID Trunk Information Report Print Menu Option: TRUNK INFORMATION Trk SS/PP Blk DiscTime Type ExpDig DelDig AddDig Signal InvDest 841 13/ 1 500ms Wink...
Page 262: General Trunk Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports General Trunk Information Report Page B-12 General Trunk Information Report Print Menu Option: GENERAL TRUNK INFORMATION Trk SS/PP RemAccess Pool TlPrfx HldDisc Principal QCC Extern Prty Oper Switch 801 2/ 1...
Page 263: Ds1 Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports DS1 Information Report Page B-13 DS1 Information Report DS1 SLOT ATTRIBUTES Slot Type Format Supp Signal LineComp ClkSync Active B8ZS Rob Bit Prim Loop B8ZS Rob Bit None Local...
Page 264: Pri Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports PRI Information Report Page B-14 PRI Information Report Print Menu Option: Sections: Network Selection, Special Service, Call-by-Call and Dial Plan Routing Tables; PRI Information Slot Switch: DMS-100 Slot 11 Switch: Legend-PBX...
Page 265 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports PRI Information Report Page B-15 PRI Information Report—Continued BchnlGrp #: Slot: TestTelNum: NtwkServ: Incoming Routing: ElecTandNtwkRoute Directly to UDP Channel ID: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Line PhoneNumber...
Page 266 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports PRI Information Report Page B-16 PRI Information Report—Continued Network Selection Table Entry Number: Pattern to Match: 101**** 10*** Special Service Table Entry Number: Pattern to Match: Operator: none OP/P...
Page 267 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports PRI Information Report Page B-17 PRI Information Report—Continued Pattern Call Type: BOTH BOTH BOTH BOTH BOTH NtwkServ: DMS-Private DMS-Private DeleteDigits: 0 Entry Number: 5 Call Type: BOTH BOTH BOTH...
Page 268: Remote Access (Disa) Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Remote Access (DISA) Information Report Page B-18 Remote Access (DISA) Information Report Print Menu Option: Sections: General Options; System Default Class of Restrictions (Non-TIE); System Default Class of Restrictions (TIE); Barrier Code Administration GENERAL OPTIONS (ACCESS CODE 889) Barrier Code required for Non-TIE DISA lines...
Page 269: Disallowed Lists Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Disallowed Lists Report Page B-19 Disallowed Lists Report Print Menu Option: Sections: Lists 1 through 7 DISALLOWED LISTS List : Entry 0: ------------ Entry 1: ------------ Entry 2: ------------...
Page 270: Automatic Route Selection Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Automatic Route Selection Report Page B-20 Automatic Route Selection Report Print Menu Option: Sections: Tables AUTOMATIC ROUTE SELECTION ARS IS: ACTIVE ACCESS CODE: 9 TABLE 17: Default Toll Output Table Pool Absorb Other Digits...
Page 271: Extension Directory Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Extension Directory Report Page B-21 Extension Directory Report Print Menu Option: EXTENSION DIRECTORY Port Ext # Label F H R M V R A 2 Port Ext # Label...
Page 272: Extension Information Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Extension Information Report Page B-22 Extension Information Report Print Menu Option: plus extension number EXTENSION INFORMATION Extn SS/PP Type 1/ 1 MLX-20L + 1 DSS CTI Link Alarms: ACTIVE...
Page 273 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Extension Information Report Page B-23 Extension Information Report— Continued EXTENSION INFORMATION Extn SS/PP Type 1/ 1 MLX-20L + 1 DSS Button Blank Status None Button Blank Status None Button...
Page 274: Error Log Report
MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Sample Reports Error Log Report Page B-24 Error Log Report Print Menu Option: ERROR LOG Last 30 System Errors: Message ss/pp First Last Code PRI SVC AUDIT TIMEOUT 00/00 01/08 00:00:53 7001...
Page 275: Switch 56 Data Information Report
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Page 277 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-1 Glossary Italics The use of italics in the glossary denotes multiple usage of the italicized text throughout the glossary. Numerics Digital information carried by two B-channels for better 2B data performance and quality;...
Page 278 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-2 (alternate mark inversion) Line coding format in which a binary one is represented by a positive or negative pulse, a binary zero is represented by no line signal, and subsequent binary ones must alternate in polarity;...
Page 279 Message Drop, Voice Mail, and, optionally, Fax Attendant System for use with the system. Automated IS II/III , MERLIN LEGEND MAIL , and Lucent Technologies Attendant Attendant application that automatically answers incoming calls with a recorded announcement and directs callers to a department, an extension, or the system operator.
Page 280 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-4 barrier code Password used to limit access to the Remote Access feature of the system. In a private network , it is especially important that barrier codes be required for all types of remote access.
Page 281 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-5 board A module, for example, 100D or 408 MLX GS/LS, that allows you to connect lines/trunks and extensions to the communications system. board assignment System Programming and Maintenance (SPM) procedure for assigning line/trunk and extension modules to slots on the control unit.
Page 282 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-6 CCITT (International Telegraph and Telephone Consultative Committee) (common-channel signaling) Signaling in which one channel of a group of channels carries signaling information for each of the remaining channels, permitting each of the remaining channels to be used to nearly full capacity.
Page 283 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-7 (Call Management System) DOS-based application that simulates the actions of a system operator by answering and distributing calls. Also produces reports for call analysis. (central office) Location of telephone switching equipment that provides local telephone service and access to toll facilities for long-distance calling.
Page 284 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-8 coordinating In a private network that includes more than two systems, system manager the system manager who acts as a clearinghouse for any changes made on local systems, that effect the network, assuring that all system managers work together and that local system changes do not have undesirable effects on the network as a whole.
Page 285 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-9 data station Special type of extension where data communications take place; includes DTE and DCE ; sometimes a telephone is also part of a data station. data terminal An input/output device (often a personal computer) that can be connected to the control unit via an interface.
Page 286 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-10 dial plan Numbering scheme for system extensions, lines, and trunks. dial-repeating tie Tie trunk on which the originating end of the tie trunk trunk transmits an off-hook signal to the receiving end and waits for the receiving end to send an off-hook signal followed by an on-hook signal.
Page 287 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-11 (Direct-Line Console) Telephone used by a system operator to answer outside calls (not directed to an individual or a group) and inside calls, transfer calls, make outside calls for users with outward calling restrictions, set up conference calls, and monitor system operation.
Page 288 (193 bits) in a 24-frame extended superframe. (Electronic Switching System) Class of central office ( CO ) switching systems developed by Lucent Technologies in which the control functions are performed principally by electronic data processors operating under the direction of a stored program.
Page 289 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-13 facility Equipment (often a line / trunk ) constituting a telecommunications path between the system and the telephone company central office ( CO ). Facility Restriction See FRL .
Page 290 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-14 framing format Pattern of frames used in transmissions. frequency See ring generator . generator (Facility Restriction Level) C alling restriction type that restricts calls to certain specified ARS and UDP routes. (Foreign exchange) Central office ( CO ) other than the one that is providing local access to the public telephone network.
Page 291 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-15 (Hands-Free Unit) Unit for analog multiline telephones that allows users to make and receive calls on the speakerphone without using the handset. Home screen Display normally shown on an MLX display telephone;...
Page 292 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-16 interface Hardware and/or software that links systems, programs, or devices. intersystem calls In a private network , calls between a local extension and a local or non-local dial plan extension.
Page 293 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-17 kbps (kilobits per second) Key mode One of three modes of system operation, in which the system uses personal lines on line buttons for outside calls, with a separate interface ( ICOM buttons ) for inside calling.
Page 294 (T/R) extension jacks and automatically answers Attendant incoming calls with a recorded announcement; directs calls in response to touch tones. Magic on Hold A Lucent Technologies Music On Hold enhancement that promotes a company’s products or services. Mbps (megabits per second) Megacom The AT&T tariffed digital WATS offering for outward calling.
Page 295 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-19 MLX-10, MLX-10D 10-line button digital telephone offered with (MLX-10D) or or MLX-10DP without (MLX-10) a 2-line by 24-character display. The telephone MLX-10DP allows connection of Passageway Direct Connection Solution.
Page 296 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-20 monitored Extension for which one or more CTI applications is extension receiving call information. The CTI application does not have to be directly attached to the equipment at the extension in order to monitor calls.
Page 297 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-21 off-hook Telephone is said to be off-hook when the user has lifted the handset, pressed the Speakerphone button to turn on the speakerphone, or used a headset to connect to the communications system or the telephone network.
Page 298 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-22 personal line Central office line/trunk that terminates directly at one or more extensions. In Hybrid/PBX mode , a personal line cannot be part of a line/trunk pool . Also called “DFT” (direct facility termination).
Page 299 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-23 private network The facilities that connect communications systems in a trunks private network . See also tandem tie trunks and tandem PRI trunks . processor module Module in the second slot of the control unit (Slot 0, to the right of the power supply module ).
Page 300 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-24 restore Procedure whereby saved and archived system programming is reinstated on the system, from a floppy disk or memory card . See also backup . restricted data Restricted data channels do not allow the transmission of channel...
Page 301 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-25 signaling Sending of information between devices to set up, maintain, or cease a connection such as a telephone call. simplex signaling Transmission of signals in one direction only across a telecommunications channel.
Page 302 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-26 switch identifier A number assigned to a tandem trunk in a private network . It identifies the system connected to the far end of the trunk.
Page 303 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-27 tandem trunk An private outside facility (as opposed to an inside system line) that connects two communications systems in a private network and can carry calls to another outside facility through tandem switching .
Page 304 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-28 (Uniform Dial Plan) Composed of the local dial plan and non-local dial plan . A dial plan that allows a caller at any extension in a private network to dial the same number of digits to reach any other extension in the private network, even if the originating extension is physically connected to one communications system and the terminating extension...
Page 305 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-29 videoconferencing System application that allows face-to-face meetings, with system voice and video, to occur between individuals or groups. This application requires high-speed data transmission facilities.
Page 306 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Glossary Page GL-30...
Page 307 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-1 Index Numerics 008 MLX module 2–35 016 module 2–35 100D module clock source 5–6 6–23 example 2–35 2B data example 2–36 2–52 2–60 2–65 2–69 planning 1–11...
Page 308 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-2 Call reaches wrong extension 6–13 Call volume 6–18 6–20 Callback 2–23 3–4 4–8 4–9 5–6 6–4 6–6 6–18 Caller ID 2–25 3–4 Calling restrictions 2–10 3–5 4–3...
Page 309 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-3 Direct Voice Mail 2–38 3–7 Direct-Line Console (DLC) 3–7 Directories 3–8 Disallowed Lists, see Allowed/Disallowed Lists Display feature interactions 3–8 tandem tie trunks 1–11 troubleshooting 6–20 6–22...
Page 310 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-4 Interexchange (IXC) calls 2–81 5–2 Intersystem calling call reaches wrong extension 6–13 display preference programming 5–25 examples 2–25 2–27 2–48 2–49 2–84 2–85 feature interactions 3–1 3–18 introduction...
Page 311 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-5 Non-local Uniform Dial Plan (UDP) routing example 2–54 2–68 2–80 programming 5–19 5–24 security 4–6 troubleshooting 6–14 Novell NetWare 2–35 Other digits 5–4 5–22 Paging 3–12 Park...
Page 312 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-6 Queued Call Console (QCC) 3–14 Reminder Service 3–14 Remote access barrier codes 4–6 4–9 5–10 class-of-restriction settings 4–6 4–9 example 2–20 2–43 2–46 2–52 2–66 Facility Restriction Levels (FRLs) 4–6...
Page 313 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-7 Switch identifiers DEFINITY Enterprise Communications Server (ECS) and DEFINITY ProLogix Solutions 5–14 examples 2–20 2–81 guidelines for assigning 2–8 2–9 programming 5–13 5–16 troubleshooting 6–8 6–18 6–20...
Page 314 MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 6.0 Issue 1 Network Reference 555-660-150 February 1998 Index Page IN-8 Transferring calls 2–10 2–26 2–49 2–85 3–17 Troubleshooting 2B data 6–23 automatic immediate cycling 2–9 Automatic Route Selection (ARS) 6–22 busy tone 6–3 6–10 call volume 6–18 6–20...

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