Lcr Features - Toshiba Strata DK40 Programming Manual

Least Cost Routing
The following provides you an overview of the Least Cost Routing (LCR) feature and
step-by-step instructions to fill in the Least Cost Routing System record sheets.
LCR enables the system to automatically route each outgoing voice call over common
carriers and selected lines. The customer chooses these lines for the specific time of day, and
for system users with varying priorities. If the system is programmed properly, LCR can
select the most economical route. If the best routes are unavailable, users with priority can
access more expensive outgoing routes. Several elements of LCR must be defined in
programming.
For LCR to function properly:
line groups must be created in Program 16;
line restrictions must be set in Programs 40 and 41; and
the area dialling plan must be assigned in Program 45-1.

LCR Features

Parameters
Enables LCR features, including a warning tone for last choice route number, a comfort dial
tone during LCR processing, and the Long Distance Information dialling plan.
Home Area Code
Notifies LCR software of the area code of the installation site.
Special Codes
Notifies LCR of special emergency and operator codes that will be automatically routed as a
local call, without unnecessary delay.
Long Distance Information Plan Number
Notifies LCR software how to route a long distance information call.
Local Call Plan Number
Notifies LCR software which call routing plan is designed to handle local and special calls.
Timeout after 0 (Zero)
Notifies the system of the time delay to the user after dialling a 0, before a regular operator is
accessed.
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