Classic PBX Functions
CNT Call Manager offers all the proven features of a traditional telephone system, essential for seamless communication within your organization. Therefore, when migrating from a classic or hybrid telephone system, no familiar performance characteristics are lost.
Preserving the Proven
CNT Call Manager brings the proven functionality of classic telephone systems into the modern workplace. With system-compatible phones that support speed dial keys and busy lamp fields, central directories, operator workplaces, voice mail, fax integrations, and versatile call control options, familiar performance features are retained. These functions ensure smooth operations and guarantee optimal reachability. Even when migrating from classic or hybrid systems, the full range of functions remains intact, allowing established processes to continue without interruption.
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General Features
- System-Compatible Phones
Devices that are optimally aligned with the functions of the telephone system and offer advanced features such as call control menus and programmable keys.
- Central Directories
Access to a shared directory containing all company contacts.
- Call Logs
Logging of missed, received, and made calls.
- Speed Dial Keys
Programmable keys on phones for quick dialing of frequently used phone numbers or internal extensions.
- Busy Lamp Field (BLF)
Indicates the occupancy status of internal participants.
- Message Waiting Indicator
Visually or audibly signals new voice mails to inform users of unread messages.
- Custom Ringtones
Assignment of different ringtones for specific callers or groups.
- Hot Desking
Allows employees to log in at different phones and transfer their personal settings.
- Voice Mail
Leaving voice messages when the recipient is unavailable.
- Fax Support
Support for fax transmissions and management.
- Operator Workplace
A specialized interface for efficiently answering and forwarding calls with features such as hold, connect, and monitoring multiple lines.
- Executive Assistant Function
Optimizes the call flow between an executive and their assistant by filtering, prioritizing, and forwarding calls as needed to ensure efficient communication.
Call Control
- Internal Extensions
Direct communication between participants via short number codes.
- Call Forwarding
Automatically forwards incoming calls to another internal or external number.
- Call Hold
The ability to hold a call to obtain further information.
- Music on Hold
Plays music or an announcement while a caller is in the queue.
- Blind Transfer
Transfers a call without consultation, allowing for a quick handover to another participant.
- Attended Transfer
Controlled transfer of a call after consulting with the recipient. Ensures the call is handed over prepared.
- Semi-attended Transfer
Partially controlled transfer of a call with verification of the target person's connection status, but without direct consultation.
- Conference Calling
Allows multiple participants to join a phone conversation simultaneously.
- Call Waiting
Informs the user of another incoming call while already engaged in a conversation.
- Breakthrough
Forces a call waiting notification for a busy participant, even if the feature is turned off.
- Hunt Group
A hunt group distributes calls one after another or according to a set pattern until the call is answered.
- Call Hunting Groups
Method for distributing incoming calls to a group of extensions according to established procedures to optimize reachability.
- Call Groups
Calls can be directed to multiple devices at the same time to ensure that a call is answered.
- Agent Login
Allows participants to log in and out of teams or group routes for flexible management of availability.
- Simultaneous Ringing
Multiple phones ring simultaneously to ensure that a call is not missed.
- Simultaneous Ringing on Mobile Devices
An incoming call rings simultaneously on desk phones and mobile devices.
- Group Pickup
Allows a user to take a call that is ringing at another phone within a defined group.
- Call Handover
Seamless takeover of an ongoing conversation between different devices, such as from a mobile phone to a desk phone, with a simple button press.
- Time-based Call Forwarding
Calls are automatically forwarded at specific times of the day.
- Day and Night Routing
Automatically adjusts call distribution and forwarding based on the time of day.
- Holiday Routing
Automatically adjusts call distribution and forwarding on holidays.
- VIP Routing
Prioritized handling of calls from specific contacts and distinct signaling for calls to VIP contacts.
- Automatic Call Return
Allows automatic redialing on a busy line until the connection is established.
- Do Not Disturb Mode
The user can block incoming calls so that the phone does not ring.
- Automatic Call Distribution (ACD)
Intelligent distribution of incoming calls to a specific group of participants or hotlines.
- Interactive Voice Response (IVR)
Intelligent voice menus controlled via keypad or voice input.
- Pre-Announcement
Plays a greeting or announcement to callers before the call is answered, such as information about business hours or privacy.
- Position Announcement
Informs callers in a queue about their current position and estimated wait time.
- Call Monitoring
Allows supervisors or managers to listen to calls in real-time to ensure quality.
- Call Recording
Stores conversations for training purposes, quality control, or compliance requirements.
- Blocking Phone Numbers
Blocks outgoing or incoming calls from specific numbers.
- Call Barring
Blocks certain outgoing calls, such as to expensive or international numbers.
- Paging/Intercom Function
Allows sending announcements to one or more phones within a local network.
- Direct Outward Dialing
Users can make external calls directly without additional dialing prefixes.
Caller Number Signaling
- CLIP (Calling Line Identification Presentation)
Displays the caller's number on the recipient's screen to identify the caller and decide whether to answer the call.
- CLOP (Calling Line Identification Restriction Presentation)
Allows the caller to suppress their number so that it is not displayed to the recipient, maintaining anonymity.
- CLIP-no-Screening
Allows displaying a custom number as the caller ID, regardless of the actual number. This is useful for businesses that want to present central or service numbers.
- COLP (Connected Line Identification Presentation)
Displays the actual connected number to the caller, so they can see which number actually answered the call, especially in case of call forwarding.
- COLR (Connected Line Identification Restriction)
Prevents the connected number from being displayed to the caller to protect the recipient's privacy and keep the number confidential.
- MCID (Malicious Call Identification)
Enables identification of the origin of a call in cases of harassment or unwanted calls to take defensive measures.
- ACR (Anonymous Call Rejection)
Automatically blocks incoming calls with suppressed numbers to avoid unwanted or anonymous calls and increase security.
- Emergency Number Signaling
Transmits the actual number during emergency calls to ensure correct identification of the caller, even with CLIP-no-Screening.
Integrations
- CTI Integration (Computer Telephony Integration)
Connects the telephone system with the computer for advanced control and call management.
- DECT Wireless Systems
Connects DECT wireless systems to the telephone system for wireless, mobile communication and seamless reachability throughout the business area.
- Alarm Systems
Connects alarm and security systems to the telephone system for alarm forwarding and notification.
- Intercom Systems
Connects intercoms or door openers to the telephone system.
- Access Control
Access control systems to the telephone system for remote control and management of access permissions.
- Alarm Servers
Connects alarm servers to the telephone system for centralized management and forwarding of alarm messages and notifications.

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