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.

classic pbx functions

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.

DECT Infrastructure

DECT Infrastructure

Operator Console

Operator Console
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