Table of Contents Introduction ............................ 1 About the IPitomy IP PBX ......................1 Benefits of VoIP Technology ......................1 How This Guide Works ......................... 2 Web-based System Setup ......................2 The Installation Worksheet ......................2 Product Overview .......................... 3 IPitomy IP PBX Components ....................... 3 Powerful All-In-One Communications Platform ................
Benefits of VoIP Technology The IPitomy IP PBX can support any or all of these connectivity methods simultaneously or in any combination. Customers not quite ready to depend on VoIP providers for all of their business communications can start at their own pace and gain a comfort level, shifting to VoIP broadband providers at their own pace.
How This Guide Works Web-based System Setup This is a Reference Guide designed to help you install and use the IPitomy IP PBX. Each section of the guide provides easy-to-follow instructions regarding installation of the system. Within each section of the Reference Guide you will find: Step-by-Step Instructions –...
Product Overview IPitomy IP PBX Components Understanding the IPitomy IP PBX’s architecture and how it works will make installing the system simple. Powerful All-In-One Communications Platform The IPitomy IP PBX (Diagram 1) is an all-in-one business communications system. This powerful system includes a complete suite of business communication applications in...
(Diagram 2) System Administration The IPitomy IP PBX’s administration menus are a series of Web pages accessible from a Web browser. To the left of the Menu is a navigation bar that allows users to click on and administer each section of the system. Administration of the IPitomy IP PBX is simple and intuitive. The system is designed with six primary areas of functionality: System −...
Extensions are telephones. A telephone can be an IP (SIP) telephone or a Softphone. Calls are routed to an extension where people answer them. In the IPitomy IP PBX, an extension can be located in an office or outside the office when a broadband connection is used.
Before Getting Started Planning before getting started will make the setup and installation of the IPitomy IP PBX simple. IPitomy has created the IPitomy Setup Worksheet to assist in recording business and system information used in planning system setup and installation. This Checklist can be downloaded from IPitomy.com in the Dealer Section of the Web site.
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Simply connect the phone lines to the RJ11 jacks at the rear of the IPitomy IP PBX and start making calls. These connections are single pair; one line per jack. It may be necessary to echo tune the system.
Plug a keyboard and monitor into the IP PBX. Once at the PBX login screen just press CTRL + ALT + F7 and follow the onscreen instructions. For further details on using the Net Console please refer to appendix 5.
Service Providers In order to provision the IPitomy IP PBX it is necessary to know the type of Service Providers being used. Carrier and SIP are the most common service providers. Carriers provide plain old telephone lines (POTS), T1s and PRI lines. SIP Providers route voice calls over the internet. This is called voice over internet protocol or VoIP.
About Us – Located at the bottom left corner of each page, this link provides additional information about IPitomy. Contact Us – The IPitomy team is never more than a call or email away. To contact an IPitomy team member, click on Contact Us in the lower left corner of the page.
The Networking Setup Menu defines the Internet Setup for the system’s hardware. The system must operate using a static IP address; DHCP should only be used on the IPitomy IP PBX if the router is configured to assign a specific static DHCP address to the system.
The Digium TDM04B Analog Line Card (4 PSTN line connections) (Diagram 17) − Connect the phone lines to the RJ11 jacks at the rear of the IPitomy IP PBX and start making calls. These connections are single pair; one line per jack. It may be necessary to Echo tune the system.
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2. The system can contain up to 2 cards that interface with analog or T-1 devices. Select the card models installed in your IP PBX individually and click Set for each card in order to tell the system which cards you have.
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Otherwise you can override the name and number that appears to those receiving calls on the corresponding channels. If you need to configure the system this way, contact IPitomy Tech Support at (941)306-2200 for the proper syntax. 9. Define the Outbound Caller ID Name for outbound calls on this trunk. If this is left blank, the name displayed on outbound calls will match what is registered with the provider.
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Otherwise you can override the name and number that appears to those receiving calls on the corresponding channels. If you need to configure the system this way, contact IPitomy Tech Support at (941)306-2200 for the proper syntax. 14. Enter Outbound Caller ID Name to override the caller ID name that is displayed on outgoing calls through this trunk.
These system destinations (where and to whom calls will be routed) should be planned in advance. In most cases, there will be a menu to setup for an automated attendant. There will also be business hours to setup. The IPitomy Setup Worksheet helps organize provisioning information prior to installation.
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PSTN and cell numbers. Network Settings – These are extension authentication settings for SIP registration with the IPitomy IP PBX. This is also where selecting the model of telephone for Auto Configuration and changing button mapping is done. CODEC Permissions – The quality of voice transmission and bandwidth utilization are dictated by CODECs.
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“Return to Extensions”. Phone Settings This tool allows you to modify a phone’s keys. It includes support for all Aastra and IPitomy model phones. It includes support for Aastra phones running firmware version 1.4.2.1081 Buttons: [Save Changes] – Save changes but does not restart the phone.
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Unavailable – Route calls to a specific destination when a phone is turned off, is not registered with the system, or has reached its call limit (as set in the IPitomy IP PBX). Changing Forward Settings To enable or disable forward settings: 1.
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This allows the user to tell the PBX whether to expect this extension to register as a local extension (LAN) or as a remote extension (WAN). This setting should be checked unless specifically told to change it by an IPitomy representative.
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Web-based interface. The configuration files are stored on the IPitomy IP PBX and used when the phone powers back on after a power down cycle. If the configuration files have been updated when the phone powers back on, a new configuration is loaded into the phone.
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Phone sets. It should be noted that the standard method of Auto-Discovery of phones that IPitomy users are familiar with on Aastra Phones is also available on IP550. Auto-Provisioning is a feature enhancement though, for the IP550 and is not available on Aastra Phone sets.
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In order to Auto Provision you must follow the steps outlined briefly below. • Go to PBX setup->General and turn on Auto-Provisioning • Create an extension and under Advanced set the phone type to IPitomy 550 • On the phone press Menu followed by 7 •...
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You may also utilize the IPitomy setup worksheet which is available at the IPitomy web site which will provide you with a quick way of gathering this information as well as generating the .CSV file.
The menu will be removed from the Menu Window on the page. Meet-me Conferences The IPitomy Meet-me Conference Bridge allows groups of callers (large and small) to dial into a conference call. To gain access to the conference, participants dial into an extension and are admitted to the conference room by entering a PIN number.
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The IPitomy IP PBX automatically creates a schedule when an extension is provisioned in the system. These schedules are very flexible. They are designed to accommodate even the most co mplex business hour scenarios.
The IPitomy IP PBX allows for flexible routing arrangements. Calls can initially be routed to a Menu, Schedule, Extension or Group. Establishing Incoming Routing sets the default destination for all calls.
Installation Note 5 Default Settings For Existing Routes The Outgoing Call Routes already in the IPitomy IP PBX have the following default settings Route Type and route Number. These default settings cannot be changed. The Name of the route, service provider associated with the route and the order in which service providers are selected for the route can be changed.
Database The IPitomy IP PBX is like a computer, in that; information can be stored in the system or backed up in case it goes down. For additional protection, the system also allows a copy of the system setup to be stored in an external source like a computer or CD. The Database section of online administration manages the process of downloading and storing copies of the system setup to the system itself or an external source.
Backup file. Voicemail System-wide voicemail defaults define the rules by which voicemail boxes operate. In the IPitomy IP PBX General, Menu and Email settings can be set for voicemail boxes system-wide. General General settings relate to the capacity (storage time and message length) of a voicemail box.
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3. Voicemail Server can either be Loc (local) or Ext (External). Local – internal PBX mail server External – an external mail server such as (smtp.ipitomy.com) 4. Authentication Required can either be Yes or No Yes – authentication is required for this mail server No –...
Prompts A prompt or greeting can welcome a caller to the business, direct them to a destination, provide instructions or deliver information. The IPitomy IP PBX makes managing prompts easy. Upload Voice Prompt 1. Click PBX Setup and Prompts. The Edit Prompts page will appear.
4. Click Apply Changes. Feature Codes Found in the PBX Setup section of online administration, the IPitomy IP PBX provides a set of system feature codes. These codes allow system users to manually manage calls from an extension. To access these feature codes. Click PBX Setup and Feature Codes.
Reports The IPitomy IP PBX offers System Administrators a set of reporting tools to help manage calling traffic. Reporting tools also includes a diagnostic report used by IPitomy to evaluate the system’s performance.
The System Diagnostics page in the system’s online administration is a utility used by IPitomy Customer Service Representatives for system diagnostics. The System Diagnostics page is meant only to be used with the support of an IPitomy Customer Service Representative.
Smart Personal Console The IPitomy IP PBX offers users a set of tools to manage Call Traffic, Phone Settings and Voicemail. Collectively, these tools are known as your Smart Personal Console. Login Screen (Diagram 52) Before you can use the Smart Personal Console you must log into the system. Direct your web browser to the IP PBX network address followed by ‘/ippbx/spc’.
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If the Forward setting is Enabled, you can choose to select a destination from the drop-down list. The IPitomy IP PBX allows calls to be forwarded to a PSTN. Forward calls to a PSTN number by entering it into the field provided. Calls can be forwarded to any destination (or telephone number) in the drop-down list or any telephone number.
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To access the Follow Me feature users must log in to their Smart Personal Console (SPC). This is accessed from the main log in page of the IP PBX. See Diagram 54. Administrators may access this from the advanced features for the Extension.
IP Telephony platforms, offering advanced XML capability to access custom applications and support for up to 9 calls simultaneously. Part of the IPitomy family of IP telephones, the 55i is ideally suited for moderate to heavy telephone users who require more one touch feature keys and XML based programs.
The attractive appearance and sturdy stand provide a professional look and feel. The IP550 enhances the performance of the IPitomy IP PBX systems and is far more integrated that other open standards SIP based endpoints.
IP Telephony platforms, offering advanced XML capability to access custom applications and support for up to 9 calls simultaneously. Part of the IPitomy family of IP telephones, the 57i CT is ideally suited for executives, heavy telephone users who require more one touch feature keys and a large screen to take full advantage of XML based programs and mobile warehouse, support and retail staff.
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6. Create a User Name. This is the extension the phone will be off of the IPitomy IP PBX. Be sure to use a number that is not being used by an existing extension. 7. Enter a Password. This password will need to be the same as the one used in the IPitomy IP PBX Extension Setup (Add New) page.
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Unavailable – Route calls to a specific destination when a phone is turned off, is not registered with the system or has reached its call lim (as set In the IP PBX). Provisioning Forward Settings Pick the setting to be provisioned –...
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If the Forward setting is Enabled, you can choo se to select a destination from the drop-down list. The IPitomy IP PBX allows calls to be forwarded to a PSTN. Forward calls to a PSTN number by entering it into the field provided. Calls can be forwarded to any destination (or telephone number) in the drop-down list or any telephone number.
Default Gateway Determining an Available IP Address Adding the IPitomy IP PBX to an existing Local Area Network (LAN) requires knowing what IP address can be given to the system. Every new piece of equipment added to the network must have its own IP address.
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IP Address is in use. Continue pinging IP addresses on “*[192.168.1.XXX]” that are greater than “*[192.168.1.249]” until you find a “Destination net unreachable.” Make a record of this IP address in the IPitomy IP PBX Installation Checklist to use later in the installation. (Diagram 67) Implementation Note 7 Exact IP addresses will be determined by your specific network.
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Menu Location The location “bar” tells you where in the configuration system you are. For example, the Main Menu is “IPitomy Networking – TCP/IP Settings”. Another menu is “IPitomy Networking – TCP/IP Settings – Subnet Mask” “Using” (Live) System Settings This section always contains the current network system information.
From here you can factory default your database. This will permanently change your system. Be sure this is really what you want to do before proceeding. Tips for Using the IPitomy IP PBX Network Console Always read the text near the cursor before pressing keys. Otherwise you could miss an important warning message.
Caller ID – Displays the name and telephone number of a person calling. Call Detail Record (CDR) – Information about calls collected from the IPitomy IP PBX for a specified period of time. This report is downloadable. The report details the number of calls, call duration, call origination and call destination.
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