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“Setting Call Forward All and Call Fwd–NA (No Answer)” on page 11
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“Accessing the Administrator WebUI” on page 30
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“Configuring the Auto Attendant” on page 42
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“Configuring Line Appearance” on page 92
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“Configuring Ring Groups” on page 100
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“Updating Devices” on page 158.
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CONTENTS
Popular Topics ................................................................................................. 2
Preface .............................................................................................................. 7
Additional Documentation ................................................................................................................................. 7
Topic Navigation ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Text Conventions .................................................................................................................................................... 8
Getting Started................................................................................................ 9
Deskset Admin Settings ................................................................................................................................... 10
Setting Call Forward All and Call Fwd–NA (No Answer)................................................................. 11
Fwd/Trans to Outside Line ............................................................................................................................. 13
IP Settings ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
Set/Edit Static IP ................................................................................................................................ 15
IP Status.................................................................................................................................................. 16
Reset User Password......................................................................................................................................... 17
Upgrade Deskset Software ............................................................................................................................. 18
Set Time and Date .............................................................................................................................................. 19
Copy/Replace Deskset ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Copying a Deskset ............................................................................................................................. 20
Replacing a Deskset.......................................................................................................................... 22
Copy/Replace Gateway.................................................................................................................................... 24
Copying a Gateway ........................................................................................................................... 24
Replacing a Gateway........................................................................................................................ 26
Call Queue Announcement ............................................................................................................................ 27
Using the WebUI ...........................................................................................28
The Web User Interface (WebUI)................................................................................................................. 29
WebUI Overview ................................................................................................................................. 29
Accessing the Administrator WebUI ......................................................................................... 30
Error Handling...................................................................................................................................... 32
System Settings.................................................................................................................................................... 33
System Information and WebUI Menus.................................................................................................... 34
System Basic Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 36
About Appearance Modes.............................................................................................................. 36
Call Appearance Mode............................................................................................................ 36
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Line Appearance Mode ........................................................................................................... 36
Changing the Appearance Mode................................................................................................ 37
Changing from Call Appearance Mode to Line Appearance Mode .................. 37
Changing from Line Appearance Mode to Call Appearance Mode .................. 38
Changing the System Basic Settings........................................................................................ 39
Recording Voice Prompts and Greetings ................................................................................................ 41
Configuring the Auto Attendant ................................................................42
Auto Attendant General Settings................................................................................................................ 44
Auto Attendant Mode....................................................................................................................... 47
Auto Attendant Schedule............................................................................................................... 48
Creating Auto Attendant Menus .................................................................................................................. 51
Auto Attendant Menu Choices .................................................................................................... 51
Recording an Auto Attendant Voice Prompt........................................................................ 54
Name Recording for the Auto Attendant Directory........................................................................... 55
System Configuration...................................................................................57
System Settings.................................................................................................................................................... 58
Call Queue Settings .......................................................................................................................... 59
Call Queue Considerations ................................................................................................... 59
Call Restriction Configuration...................................................................................................... 62
Dial Plan Settings............................................................................................................................... 64
About Dialing Rules .................................................................................................................. 65
Default Dialing Rule Patterns .............................................................................................. 67
Other Dialing Rule Pattern Examples.............................................................................. 69
Dialing Rules for Remote Sites ........................................................................................... 70
Reconfiguring an Existing System.............................................................................................. 76
Considerations............................................................................................................................. 76
Results............................................................................................................................................. 76
Direct Inward Dial .............................................................................................................................. 77
DID Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 77
DID Assignments ........................................................................................................................ 79
Fax Configuration (Requires ATA) .............................................................................................. 80
Fax Caller ID for Direct Inward Dial Numbers............................................................. 81
Fax Transmission Modes......................................................................................................... 81
Configuring Group Mailboxes (Requires ATA) ...................................................................... 83
Group Mailbox Quotas ............................................................................................................ 83
Virtual Extensions for Group Mailboxes ......................................................................... 83
Viewing Group Mailboxes ...................................................................................................... 84
Creating a Group Mailbox...................................................................................................... 85
Editing or Deleting a Group Mailbox................................................................................ 87
Configuring Hold/Park Settings and Music on Hold......................................................... 88
Configuring Line Appearance....................................................................................................... 92
Overhead Paging Overview (ATA Required) ......................................................................... 93
Single-Zone Paging................................................................................................................... 93
Multi-Zone Paging ..................................................................................................................... 93
Setting Up Overhead Paging ............................................................................................... 94
Single-Zone Overhead Paging ............................................................................................ 95
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Multi-Zone Overhead Paging............................................................................................... 97
Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging Zones ...................................................................... 98
Configuring Ring Groups ..............................................................................................................100
System Directory ..............................................................................................................................104
Trunk Naming.....................................................................................................................................105
Trunk Reservation (Outgoing Calls) ........................................................................................106
Dial Plan Considerations......................................................................................................106
Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls) .................................................................................................108
Voicemail to Email ...........................................................................................................................109
Extension Settings.............................................................................................................................................111
Extension Basic Settings...............................................................................................................112
Call Restriction Settings................................................................................................................115
Direct Intercom Settings...............................................................................................................117
Personal Directory ...........................................................................................................................118
SB67020/025 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)......................................120
Programmable Feature Keys in Call Appearance mode ......................................121
Programmable Feature Keys in Line Appearance mode .....................................122
SB67020/025 Deskset Quick-Dial Keys.......................................................................124
SB67030/031 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)......................................125
SB67030/031 Deskset Quick-Dial Keys.......................................................................127
PSTN Gateway Settings..................................................................................................................................128
ATA Settings.........................................................................................................................................................130
PLAR Setup..........................................................................................................................................130
Configuring ATA FXS Ports ..........................................................................................................131
Configuring ATA Call Restriction Settings ...........................................................................132
SIP Gateway Settings ......................................................................................................................................134
Configuring Remote Sites ............................................................................................................139
T1 Gateway Settings........................................................................................................................................143
T1 Gateway Diagnostics.................................................................................................................................145
Expansion Module Settings...........................................................................................................................146
Device Management.........................................................................................................................................147
Deleting Devices ...............................................................................................................................147
Deleting an Extension (Deskset) ......................................................................................147
Deleting a PSTN Gateway ...................................................................................................148
Deleting a T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway .......................................................................148
Deleting an ATA .......................................................................................................................149
Change an Extension Number ...................................................................................................150
Back Up and Restore Settings...................................................................................................151
Back Up and Restore Extension Settings ....................................................................151
Back Up and Restore System Settings .........................................................................153
Copying and Replacing Devices................................................................................................156
Updating Devices..............................................................................................................................158
Device Log ...........................................................................................................................................161
Help ..........................................................................................................................................................................163
Product Registration ........................................................................................................................................164
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 165
Common Troubleshooting Procedures ...................................................................................................166
Resolving Audio Echoes (PSTN Gateway) ............................................................................168
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Resolving General Audio Issues................................................................................................170
Reconnecting a Deskset to the System................................................................................170
Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to the System..............................................................172
Power Failure Recovery Procedure.........................................................................................173
Display Messages...............................................................................................................................................174
T1 Gateway Indicators ...................................................................................................................177
Initial Installation ...............................................................................................................................................179
PSTN Gateway Setup......................................................................................................................179
WebUI......................................................................................................................................................................180
Administrator WebUI ......................................................................................................................180
System Upgrade................................................................................................................................185
Deskset Menu ......................................................................................................................................................186
PC/Deskset Interaction ..................................................................................................................................186
Calls..........................................................................................................................................................................187
Calls Generally...................................................................................................................................187
Incoming Calls ...................................................................................................................................191
Outgoing Calls ...................................................................................................................................196
SB67050 Analog Terminal Adapter..........................................................................................................198
General Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................198
Music on Hold (MoH) ......................................................................................................................199
Overhead Paging (OHP)................................................................................................................202
OHP General Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................202
Single-Zone OHP Connected to AUX OUT Jack.......................................................204
Single-Zone OHP Connected to an FXS Port ............................................................206
Multi-Zone OHP Connected to an FXS Port ...............................................................209
Fax Configuration .............................................................................................................................211
Analog Phone.....................................................................................................................................214
Group Mailbox....................................................................................................................................216
SIP Gateway .........................................................................................................................................................217
Appendixes.................................................................................................. 219
Appendix
Appendix
Appendix
Appendix
A: Default Settings.......................................................................................................................219
B: Maintenance..............................................................................................................................224
C: Important Safety Instructions...........................................................................................225
D: GPL License Information.....................................................................................................227
Glossary ....................................................................................................... 228
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PREFACE
The Synapse Administrator’s Guide provides instructions for installing and setting up your
Synapse system with software version 3.1.2 or later. See page 34 for instructions on
checking the software version of Synapse devices.
We recommend that you make one person the system administrator. The administrator
will be responsible for controlling the system-wide features described in this guide.
This guide:

provides instructions on customizing, maintaining, and expanding the Synapse
system

assumes that Synapse devices are installed, connected, and operating

assumes that you are familiar with Deskset features and menu navigation.
Before using this AT&T product, please read “Appendix C: Important Safety Instructions”
on page 225. Please read this guide thoroughly for all the information necessary to
install and operate your new AT&T product.
For customer service or product information, contact the person who installed
your system. If your installer is unavailable, visit our web site at
www.telephones.att.com/smb or call 1 (888) 916-2007. In Canada,
dial 1 (888) 883-2474.
Additional Documentation
Downloadable copies of all Synapse documents, including user’s guides,
installation instructions and quick-start guides, are available at
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
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Topic Navigation
This Synapse Administrator’s Guide features easy navigation between topics and the
ability to return to your original topic.
Text in blue indicates a link to another page in the document.
indicates a hyperlink to an external web site.
Bold text in blue
You can also click the arrows at the bottom of the page to move around this document.
Go back to the last page viewed.
Go to the previous page.
Go to the next page.
Text Conventions
Table 1 lists text formats and describes how they are used in this guide.
Table 1.
Description of Text Conventions
Text Format
Description
Screen
Identifies text that appears on a device screen or
a WebUI page in a title, menu, or prompt.
HARD KEY or DIAL-PAD KEY
Identifies a hard key, including the dial-pad keys.
CallFwd
Identifies a soft key.
[PSTN], [T1], [ATA], [Handset], [Headset]
Identifies information about devices and
capabilities beyond the basic configuration of a
Gateway and Desksets.
Line Appearance 
mode
Text in the left-hand margin identifies a step or
paragraph that applies to a specific configuration
or Synapse device.
T1 Gateway
Preface
Notes provide important information
about a feature or procedure.
Example of a Note.
A caution means that loss of data or
unintended circumstances may result.
Example of a Caution.
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CHAPTER
1
GETTING STARTED
This chapter gets you started with configuring the Deskset using the Deskset’s Admin
Settings menu. The Admin Settings menu allows you to change extension settings at
the Deskset itself.
Some of the functions described in this chapter are duplicated in the Web User Interface
(WebUI) described in the next chapter, but if you need to assign static IP addresses, they
must be set at each device.
This chapter covers:
Getting Started

“Deskset Admin Settings” on page 10

“Setting Call Forward All and Call Fwd–NA (No Answer)” on page 11

“Fwd/Trans to Outside Line” on page 13

“IP Settings” on page 14

“Reset User Password” on page 17

“Upgrade Deskset Software” on page 18

“Set Time and Date” on page 19

“Copy/Replace Deskset” on page 20

“Copy/Replace Gateway” on page 24

“Call Queue Announcement” on page 27.
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Deskset Admin Settings
You can use the Deskset Admin Settings to set up the system features described in
Table 2. The WebUI also provides an interface for setting up your system. See “Using the
WebUI” on page 28.
To display the Admin Settings menu:
1.
On the Deskset, press MENU and then 3.
2.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
The Admin Settings screen appears, as shown in Figure 1.
The default Admin password is 12345. To change this password, see “To view or modify
the System Basic Settings:” on page 39.
1. Call Fwd-NA
(Mailbox)
2. Fwd/Trans to line
(Enabled)
(Auto)
3. IP Settings
4. Reset User Password
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The Admin Settings menu contains the items listed in Table 2.
Table 2.
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Admin Settings Menu
Menu Item
See...
Call Fwd-NA [030/031] CFNA [020/025]
page 11
Fwd/Trans to line
page 13
IP Settings
page 14
Reset User Password
page 17
Software Upgrade
page 18
Set Time and Date
page 19
Copy/Replace Deskset
page 20
Call Appearance mode only — Call Queue Announcement
page 27
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Setting Call Forward All and Call Fwd–NA (No Answer)
Call Forward All and Call Forward–No Answer redirect incoming calls. Once a call is
forwarded, it cannot be answered by the original extension. Call Forward All settings
override the Call Forward–No Answer Settings.

Call Forward All is a user setting to redirect calls in Call Appearance mode
only. Calls are immediately redirected to the assigned phone number, extension,
voicemail, Auto Attendant, or Ring Group; the calls cannot be answered at the
Deskset.
The Deskset does not ring but a message screen appears to confirm that the call
was forwarded. The Deskset does not record the call in its Call Log. When the
Deskset forwards calls to an external number, your company phone number is
used as the caller ID. Users set Call Forward All in the WebUI or by pressing
CallFwd [030/031] or MENU –> 1 –> 6 [020/025] when the Deskset is idle.

Call Forward–No Answer is an administrator setting to handle unanswered
calls. By default, all calls are forwarded to Voicemail after they ring for 15
seconds. You can change the target destination to another extension or to an
outside phone number, Auto Attendant, or Ring Group, or you can turn off call
forwarding when there is no answer. You can change the delay to a number
between 5 and 45 seconds. The Call Forward All setting on a Deskset overrides
the system administrator’s Call Forward–No Answer setting for that Deskset.
Line Appearance mode only — You can set a Call Forward–No Answer
destination for each PSTN line. See “Configuring Line Appearance” on page 92.
When the system is in Line Appearance mode, you can also set an Intercom CFNA
setting. This setting applies to Intercom calls or to external calls when a PSTN
line Call Forward–No Answer setting forwards the incoming external call to an
extension. See “To set up Call Forward–No Answer:” on page 12.
Calls transferred to outside lines use two telephone lines or T1 channels. You
can limit the duration of calls transferred to outside lines with the Timer for
Forwarded and Transferred Outside Calls setting. See “Changing the System
Basic Settings” on page 39.
You can also disable Call Forward / Transfer to Outside Telephone
Number individually for each extension. See “Fwd/Trans to Outside Line” on
page 13. If Call Forward / Transfer to Outside Telephone Number is
disabled, you cannot change the target destination to an outside phone number.
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To set up Call Forward–No Answer:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 1 on the dial pad to display the Call Forward–No Answer Settings. In Line
Appearance mode, the Intercom CFNA settings appear.
Call Fwd-NA Settings
Delay:
[15 sec]
Target
Mailbox
to Mailbox: [Personal]
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3.
Press
Call Fw d - No Answ er
Target:
Mailbox
to Mailbox: [Personal]
Save
SB67020/025 Deskset
 or  to select a target:
 and select the mailbox to which you want your calls

Mailbox. Press
forwarded.

Ext. Press  and enter a valid extension in the to Ext: field. Analog telephones
connected through the ATA are eligible as targets.

Phone#. Press  and enter a valid phone number. This number must include a
number for external line access if your dial plan requires it for an outside call.
Before you can save this setting, “Fwd/Trans to Outside Line” must be enabled
(see “Fwd/Trans to Outside Line” on page 13). An error message appears if you
enter a restricted number and press Save (see “Call Restriction Settings” on
page 115).

AutoAtt. Press
 and select an Auto Attendant.

RingGrp. Press
 and select a Ring Group.
If your system has no Ring Groups, this option does not appear.

OFF. Calls will not be forwarded. Go to Step 6.
4.
Press
 to highlight Delay.
5.
Press
 or  to adjust the delay time in five-second increments.
6.
Press
Save
to accept the change and display the Admin Settings menu.
Call Appearance mode only — If Call Forward All is on, these settings do not
apply. The user can enable Call Forward All and set the Call Forward All target
at the Deskset.
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Fwd/Trans to Outside Line
You can enable or disable the ability of each Deskset to forward or transfer a call to an
outside line. These features use two of your telephone lines. This function is enabled by
default. Disabling this function prohibits the user from sending a call to an outside line
via the Gateway.
To enable or disable Forward/Transfer to an outside line:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 2 on the dial pad to display the Forward/Transfer to line screen.
Forw ard / Transfer
Fw d/Trans to Outside Line:
Enabled
Save
SB67030/031 Deskset
3.
Press
4.
Press
SB67020/025 Deskset
 or  to select Enabled or Disabled.
Save
to accept the changes and return to the Admin Settings menu.
If Call Fwd–NA is set to  Phone#  , setting Forward/Transfer to line to
Disabled causes a warning message to appear, warning you that Call
Forward–No Answer is now set to OFF.
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IP Settings
Synapse system devices are connected to a LAN so they can communicate with each
other. See “IP Addresses and Connectivity” in the Synapse Installation Guide for a
discussion of the Synapse network configuration and IP settings.
To display the IP Settings screen:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 3 on the dial pad to display the IP Settings screen.
IP Settings
1. IP Configuration
Static
2. Set/Edit Static IP
3. IP Status
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3.
IP Settings
1. IP Configuration
2. Set/Edit Static IP
3. IP Status
SB67020/025 Deskset
Do one of the following:
a.
Press 1 to select IP Configuration. See “To set the IP Configuration:” on
page 14.
b.
Press 2 to select Set/Edit Static IP. See “To set and edit static IP Address:” on
page 15.
c.
Press 3 to select IP Status. See “To view the IP status:” on page 16.
To set the IP Configuration:
1.
Getting Started
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
2.
Press 3 on the dial pad to display the IP Settings menu. On the SB67030/031
Deskset, go to Step 4.
3.
On the SB67020/025 Deskset, press 1 to select IP Configuration.
4.
Press
 or  to select Auto or Static.
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IP Settings
1. IP Configuration
Auto
2. Set/Edit Static IP
3. IP Status
Use
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Quick
Dial
IP Configuration
Set IP to:
Auto
Save
Save
SB67030/031 Deskset
5.
Press
Save
SB67020/025 Deskset
to accept the changes and return to the Admin Settings menu.
Set/Edit Static IP
If your business requires a static IP address, you can enter static IP info at each Deskset.
To set and edit static IP Address:
1.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
2.
Press 3 on the dial pad to display the IP Settings screen.
3.
Press 2 to display the Static IP Edit screen.
IP Settings
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Gateway:
DNS Server:
Use dial pad to enter digits and press #
to enter a dot.
Save
Quick
Dial
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SB67030/031 Deskset
4.
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Set/Edit Static IP
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Save
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SB67020/025 Deskset
Enter digits:

The number field is limited to 12 digits (not including dots).

On SB67030/031 Desksets, pressing the pound key (#) inserts a dot. On
"."
SB67020/025 Desksets, pressing
inserts a dot.
5.
Press
6.
Press
"”
 or  to move to another field.
Save
to accept the changes and return to the Admin Settings menu.
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IP Status
The IP Status screen is for informational purposes only.
To view the IP status:
1.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
2.
Press 3 on the dial pad to display the IP Settings screen.
3.
Press 3 to display the IP Status screen.
IP Status
IP Type
Auto
IP Address
192.168.0.123
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0
Gateway
192.168.0.1
MAC Address
00:11:A0:00:12:8D
Network Port
Connected
PC Port
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Press
5.
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 or  to view status entries that are not shown on screen.
Exit
to return to the Admin Settings menu.
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Reset User Password
Having a user password is not required. If users forget their passwords, or you want to
eliminate the need for a password, or to enter a new user password, you need to reset
the user password.
To reset the user password:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 4 to begin the password reset process. The confirmation screen appears.
Admin Settings
Are you sure you want to
reset the User password?
Press Y es to reset password or No to
cancel.
Yes
No
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Press
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to confirm password reset.
A screen appears, informing you that the password has been reset.
You can now access the settings menus and Voicemail without entering a password.
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Upgrade Deskset Software
You can upgrade Deskset software from the Deskset or using the WebUI. To update the
Deskset software from the WebUI, see “Updating Devices” on page 158.
To access the Deskset Software Upgrade feature:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 5 to display the Software Upgrade screen. The system scans for an upgrade.
Software Upgrade
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If an upgrade is available, the Found New Version screen appears. Press
Upgrade to install the upgrade or press Exit to return to the Admin Settings
menu.

If no upgrade is available, the No New Version screen appears. Press
to return to the Admin Settings menu.
Exit
If the device is sluggish or unresponsive during the upgrade process, see “A
Synapse device becomes sluggish or unresponsive during or immediately
after software upgrade.” on page 185.
The Deskset automatically resets at the end of the software upgrade process. If a PC is
connected to the Deskset that you are using, any network traffic involving that PC halts
until the Deskset has resumed operation. Avoid updating the Deskset when the user is
likely to be at the workstation.
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Set Time and Date
You can set the system time and date using a Deskset. To set the system time and date
from the WebUI, see “System Basic Settings” on page 36.
To set the System time and date:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 6 to display the screen shown below.
SB67030/031 Deskset
3.
SB67020/025 Deskset
Press  or  to select the Clock source. You can set the system time to follow a
Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server (recommended) or you can set the time and date
manually.
If you select NTP Server, the manual time and date settings disappear from the
screen. Ensure that you have configured the NTP Server on the WebUI. See
“Changing the System Basic Settings” on page 39.
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4.
If you select Manual, use the dial-pad keys and press  or  and
manually set the Date, Time, Time Zone and Daylight Savings.
5.
Press
Save
to return to the Admin Settings menu.
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Copy/Replace Deskset
Use the Copy/Replace Deskset feature when you need to replace an old Deskset with a
new “out of the box” unit. To replace an old Deskset with a new Deskset, first use the
Copy function to copy settings from the old Deskset to the replacement Deskset. Once
the settings are copied, you can disconnect the old Deskset and then use the Replace
function to assign the extension number from the old Deskset to the replacement
Deskset.
The Copy/Replace feature is also available on the WebUI. For more information,
see “Copying and Replacing Devices” on page 156.
Copying a Deskset
The Copy function copies the following items from an old Deskset to a new Deskset
added to the system:

Programmable Feature Keys

Calls: New Missed Calls, New Messages, Redial, Call Log

Messages and Lists: Voicemail messages, Personal Directory, Quick Dial,
Voicemail Distribution Lists

Deskset Settings: Display, Sounds, Preferred Audio Mode

User Settings: Greetings, Call Forward All, Name Recording, Auto Answer

Admin Settings: CFNA, Fwd/Trans to Line, User Password, Call Queue
Announcement.
To copy a Deskset:
1.
Ensure the Deskset to be copied is powered and connected to the Synapse network.
If the Deskset to be copied cannot power up and connect to the Synapse
network, then only a Deskset Replace will be possible. See “Replacing a Deskset”
on page 22. Unless a backup file exists, all settings will be lost.
2.
Connect the new Deskset to the system. It will join the site and be assigned a new
extension number.
3.
On the new Deskset, access the Admin Settings menu:
4.
Getting Started
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 7 to display the Copy/Replace menu.
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Copy/Replace
1. Copy Deskset
2. Replace Deskset
Use
or
to scroll then press
SELECT or press 1 - 2.
Quick
Dial
SB67030/031 Deskset
5.
SB67020/025 Deskset
On the Copy/Replace menu, highlight Copy Deskset (if necessary) and press
SELECT. The Copy Deskset screen appears.
Copy Deskset
Enter Extension to copy:
Enter extension number to copy, then
press SELECT or Copy.
Copy
Delete
Quick
Dial
BackSpc
SB67030/031 Deskset
6.
SB67020/025 Deskset
On the Copy Deskset screen, enter the extension number that you want to copy,
then press SELECT or Copy .
If possible, select an identical model deskset to copy. Programmable feature
keys and quick-dial settings are not restored if you replace a SB67030/031
Deskset with a SB67020/025 Deskset, or replace a SB67020/025 Deskset with
a SB67030/031 Deskset.
Copy Deskset
Your Deskset settings will be
replaced with the settings from
Deskset 201.
Copy now?
Press Yes to copy Deskset settings or
No to cancel.
Yes
No
SB67030/031 Deskset
7.
SB67020/025 Deskset
On the confirmation screen, press
Yes
to proceed, or
No
to cancel.
The message Copy in progress... appears. When the copying process is complete, the
phone restarts.
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Replacing a Deskset
After you have copied the settings from the old Deskset to the new Deskset (see
“Copying a Deskset” on page 20), you can disconnect the old Deskset. To assign the
extension number from the old Deskset to the new Deskset that will replace it, use the
Replace feature.
To replace a Deskset:
1.
Disconnect the network cable from the Deskset you want to replace.
2.
On the new Deskset, access the Admin Settings menu:
3.
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 7 to display the Copy/Replace menu.
Copy/Replace
1. Copy Deskset
2. Replace Deskset
Use
or
to scroll then press
SELECT or press 1 - 2.
Quick
Dial
SB67030/031 Deskset
4.
SB67020/025 Deskset
On the Copy/Replace menu, highlight Replace Deskset and press SELECT. The
Replace Deskset screen appears.
Replace Deskset
Before proceeding, disconnect
the Ethernet cable from the
Extension you wish to replace
now.
Press Continue when you are ready, or
Cancel to exit.
Continue
Cancel
SB67030/031 Deskset
5.
Getting Started
SB67020/025 Deskset
Follow the instructions on the screen, and then press Continue . The Replace
Deskset screen appears.
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Replace Deskset
Select Extension to replace:
201
Quick
Use
or
to choose Extension to
replace, then press SELECT or Replace. Dial
Replace
Cancel
SB67030/031 Deskset
Getting Started
SB67020/025 Deskset
6.
Select the Deskset extension you want to assign to the Deskset you are configuring
and then press Replace .
7.
On the confirmation screen, press
8.
If you press Yes , the message Please wait... appears, followed by Replace
complete. The Deskset now has the extension number you selected earlier.
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Copy/Replace Gateway
Use the Copy/Replace Gateway feature when you need to replace an old PSTN Gateway
with a new “out of the box” unit.
The Copy/Replace feature is also available on the WebUI. For more information,
see “Copying and Replacing Devices” on page 156.
To replace an old Gateway with a new Gateway, first use the Copy function to copy
settings from the old Gateway to the replacement Gateway. These settings include all
the existing Auto Attendant voice prompts. Once the settings are copied, you can
disconnect the old Gateway and then use the Replace function to assign the old
Gateway’s device ID to the replacement unit.
In addition, the Replace function transfers the assignment of PSTN line numbers from the
old Gateway to the replacement Gateway. For example, when the new Gateway is first
connected to a system that has an existing PSTN Gateway assigned lines 1 to 4, the new
Gateway is automatically assigned lines 5 to 8. After removing the old Gateway and using
the Replace function to transfer its device ID to the new Gateway, the new Gateway is
assigned lines 1 to 4.
The Copy Gateway and Replace Gateway features are available only on the PSTN
Gateway.
Copying a Gateway
The Copy function copies the following settings from one Gateway to the Gateway you
are currently configuring:

Appearance mode and Line Appearance
settings

Ring Group definitions

Auto Attendant names, managers, tree
structure and menus

Call Queue

Call Restriction Configuration

Auto Attendant user prompts

Paging Zones

Auto Attendant schedule

Hold settings

Assigned Operator set

System Directory

Timer for Forwarded and Transferred
Outside Calls

Trunk Reservations

Trunk Routing

System Time settings

Trunk Naming

Extension prefixes and dial plan settings

Voicemail to email settings.
The following items are not copied:
Getting Started

The extension list

The assignment of line numbers to the PSTN lines.
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To copy a Gateway:
1.
Ensure the Gateway to be copied is powered and connected to the Synapse network.
If the Gateway to be copied cannot power up and connect to the Synapse
network, then only a Gateway Replace will be possible. See “Replacing a
Gateway” on page 26. Unless a backup file exists, all settings will be lost.
2.
Connect the new PSTN Gateway to the system. It will join the site and be assigned
line numbers.
3.
On the front panel of the new Gateway, press SELECT.
4.
Press the down arrow button to highlight Configuration and press SELECT.
5.
Highlight Copy Gateway and press SELECT.
6.
On the Copy Gateway screen, select the Gateway you want to copy, and then press
SELECT.
7.
On the next screen, press SELECT to begin the copying process.
The message Copy in progress... appears. When the process is complete, the
message Copy complete. Rebooting... appears. After the Gateway reboots and the
idle screen appears, you can start the Replace function as described below.
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Replacing a Gateway
After you have copied the settings from the old Gateway to the new Gateway (see
“Copying a Gateway” on page 24), you can disconnect the old Gateway. To assign the
device ID and line assignments from the old Gateway to the new Gateway that will
replace it, use the Replace feature.
To replace a Gateway:
1.
Disconnect the network cable from the Gateway you want to replace.
2.
On the front panel of the new Gateway, press SELECT.
3.
Press the down arrow button to highlight Configuration and press SELECT.
4.
Highlight Replace Gateway and press SELECT.
5.
Follow the instructions on the Replace Gateway screen, and then press SELECT.
If the system detects a disconnected Gateway, the following screen appears.
6.
On the Replace Gateway screen, highlight the Gateway you want to replace, and then
press SELECT.
7.
On the confirmation screen, press SELECT.
The message Replace in progress... appears. When the process is complete, the
message Replace complete. Rebooting... appears. When the Gateway reboots
and returns to idle mode, it has the line assignments from the Gateway it replaced.
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Call Queue Announcement
This setting applies to Call Appearance mode only.
You can use the Deskset instead of the WebUI to record a Call Queue Announcement up
to two minutes long. This announcement will be heard by callers waiting in the Call
Queue. For more information on the Call Queue feature, see “Call Queue Settings” on
page 59.
Call Queue Announcement appears in the Admin Settings menu only if Call Queue is
enabled. If Call Queue is disabled, this menu item does not appear.
To record a Call Queue announcement:
1.
2.
Access the Admin Settings menu:
a.
Press MENU, and then press 3 on the dial pad.
b.
Enter the Admin password, and press SELECT.
Press 8 to display the Play/Rec Announcement screen.
SB67030/031 Deskset
3.
SB67020/025 Deskset
Pick up the handset and press Record . If you want to record your announcement
using the speakerphone, simply press Record .
The Record soft key changes to the
4.
Press
Stop
Stop
soft key while you record.
when you are finished recording.
Recording stops automatically if the two-minute limit is exceeded.
5.
You can now press:



Getting Started
Play
to review the recording.
Delete to delete the recording.
[030/031] Exit or [020/025] CANCEL to save the recording and return to
the Admin Settings menu.
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2
USING THE WEBUI
The WebUI allows you to configure Synapse devices and the Synapse system. The WebUI
is embedded in every Gateway, Deskset, and optional SB67050 Analog Terminal Adapter
(ATA). When you access the WebUI, you are accessing it on the device, not on the
Internet.
This chapter describes how to access the WebUI and configure basic settings for the
Synapse system. The remaining WebUI menus and settings are covered in following
chapters. This chapter covers:
Using the WebUI

“The Web User Interface (WebUI)” on page 29

“Accessing the Administrator WebUI” on page 30

“Changing the Appearance Mode” on page 37

“Changing the System Basic Settings” on page 39

“Recording Voice Prompts and Greetings” on page 41.
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The Web User Interface (WebUI)
The WebUI opens in your Web browser and has editable settings that allow you to
administer the system and each Synapse device. These pages include:

“System Settings” on page 33

“Extension Settings” on page 111

“PSTN Gateway Settings” on page 128

“ATA Settings” on page 130

“SIP Gateway Settings” on page 134

“T1 Gateway Settings” on page 143

“Expansion Module Settings” on page 146

“Device Management” on page 147

“Help” on page 163.
Please register your Synapse system to keep your system up to date with the latest
upgrades and ensure timely warranty support. See “Product Registration” on page 164.
The feature descriptions and sample pages in this chapter demonstrate a system
that includes optional devices. Your Deskset screens and WebUI pages may be
different. For example, if your system does not include the ATA, the Fax
Configuration, Group Mailbox, Overhead Paging, and ATA Settings items do not
appear in the WebUI menu.
WebUI Overview
If two Synapse devices are connected to the LAN, and as long as one Synapse device is
currently on the same subnet as a PC, you can use the WebUI to administer the system.
Only one person should log on as system administrator at a time to prevent accidentally
overwriting and losing intended changes.
Any PCs used for configuring the WebUI must be connected to the same IP subnet as
devices they will manage, or to other subnets that the PCs can communicate with.
Confirm either that all devices are connected to the same router, or that the first three
octets of the IP address are the same for all system devices. The Gateway displays its IP
address in the Idle mode as shown in Figure 2. To determine the Deskset IP address,
press MENU then 4 on the Deskset dial pad to display the Deskset Information screen.
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Deskset Information
Model No:
SB67031
Status:
IP Address:
MAC Address:
Serial No:
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Figure 2. Device IP Addresses
In most cases there are multiple settings on one page. Changing a setting does
not instantly apply the new value. Click
on the WebUI to save all
changes on that page.
Changes made on the WebUI are transmitted to all connected devices when
applied. If changes are being made at the Deskset and WebUI simultaneously,
a first-come-first-served policy on resource allocation applies. System
configuration changes are transmitted globally when the session ends, either
by pressing Save on the Deskset or clicking
on the WebUI.
WebUI information for individual users is contained in the “Web Interface” chapter
of the SB67020/025 Deskset User's Guide and the SB67030/031 Deskset and
Accessories User's Guide at www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
Accessing the Administrator WebUI
To access the WebUI and log on:
1.
Ensure your computer is connected to the same IP subnet as the Synapse system.
You can connect your computer to the PC port on the back of a Deskset.
2.
On the Deskset, press MENU and then 4. The Deskset Information screen appears.
Deskset Information
Model No:
Status:
IP Address:
MAC Address:
Serial No:
Boot Ver:
P Firmware Ver:
Use
done.
or
SB67031
Synchronized*
192.168.0.10
00:11:A0:11:EA:4D
GG20013043
2.7.1
3..
to scroll. Press Exit when
Quick
Dial
Exit
SB67020/025 Deskset
SB67030/031 Deskset
3.
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Find the IP address on the Deskset Information screen.
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4.
On your computer, open an Internet browser.
5.
Type the Deskset IP Address in the browser address bar and press ENTER on your
computer keyboard.
You can also use a Gateway IP address (shown in Figure 2 on page 30) or
ATA IP address to log on to the WebUI.
The Login page appears.
6.
Enter admin in the Login Name field and 12345 in the Password field, then click
. You can change your Admin ID and password once you have logged on.
Click topics from the navigation list on the left side of the WebUI to see them. You
view and change settings in two different types of fields: drop-down lists and entry
fields into which you type information. For your security, the WebUI times out after
10 minutes. If it is idle for that time, you must log on again.
The remaining procedures in this chapter assume that you have already logged on
to the WebUI as administrator.
Only one person at a time should log on as the system administrator to
prevent unintentional overwriting of changes.
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Error Handling
If you type an invalid value into one of the WebUI fields and click
, the page is not
saved. The WebUI displays an error message at the top of the page. The field with the
incorrect value is highlighted in yellow. You can view a more detailed error description
by resting your mouse pointer on the highlighted field.
Error Message
Invalid Entry
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System Settings
When making changes to the System Settings through the WebUI, ensure that
no one is using the system. You might need to make the changes after normal
office hours.
The System Settings consist of:

“System Information and WebUI
Menus” on page 34

“Configuring Hold/Park Settings and
Music on Hold” on page 88

“System Basic Settings” on page 36


“Configuring the Auto Attendant” on
page 42
“Overhead Paging Overview (ATA
Required)” on page 93

“Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging
Zones” on page 98

“Configuring Ring Groups” on page 100

“System Directory” on page 104

“Call Queue Settings” on page 59

“Call Restriction Configuration” on
page 62

“Dial Plan Settings” on page 64

“Trunk Naming” on page 105

“Direct Inward Dial” on page 77


“Fax Configuration (Requires ATA)” on
page 80

“Trunk Reservation (Outgoing Calls)” on
page 106

“Configuring Group Mailboxes
(Requires ATA)” on page 83

“Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)” on
page 108
“Voicemail to Email” on page 109.
T1 Gateway, SIP Gateway, and ATA settings and features are only available in
the WebUI when those devices are installed.
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System Information and WebUI Menus
The System Information page displays the count of Desksets, Gateways, and the ATA.
The information on this page depends on which Synapse devices are installed.
You can also expand the System Information page to display Detailed System
Information, which lists information specific to each installed device (such as the IP
Address and Software Version).
To view System Information:
1.
Log on as administrator. See “Accessing the Administrator WebUI” on page 30.
The System Information page appears.
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To view Detailed System Information:
1.
On the System Information page, click
.
Information specific to each installed device appears. There may be a delay as the
system gathers this information.
The Connected column indicates whether or not the listed device is
synchronized with the system, so that communication can occur. No means the
device is registered with the system, but not currently powered on or detected.
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System Basic Settings
The System Basic Settings include configuring the appearance mode and setting the
system time and date. To begin configuring the System Basic Settings, see “Changing the
System Basic Settings” on page 39.
About Appearance Modes
You can configure the Synapse system to operate in one of two appearance modes: Call
Appearance mode and Line Appearance mode. The appearance mode affects how
Deskset users make, answer, and manage calls. Each mode provides a unique set of
configurable features.
Call Appearance Mode
In Call Appearance mode, each Deskset has virtual “lines” (5 on SB67030/031 Desksets,
and up to 10 on SB67020/025 Desksets) for calls to and from external numbers
(232-555-0176, for example) or other extensions (Extension 220, for example). These
virtual lines are called Call Appearances.
Systems using Call Appearance mode can have any combination of up to 4 PSTN
Gateways, one T1 Gateway, one SIP Gateway, and an optional ATA. In Call Appearance
mode, SB67030/031 Desksets can have SB67040 Cordless Handsets and TL7600
Cordless Headsets.
Line Appearance Mode
In Line Appearance mode, each line that Deskset users can access corresponds to an
actual physical line connected to the PSTN Gateway. Incoming lines are mapped to
programmable feature keys on Desksets. Users can make and receive calls only on lines
that have been assigned to their Desksets. You can assign different lines to different
Desksets or groups of Desksets. You can configure SB67020/025 Desksets to access up
to 9 lines and SB67030/031 Desksets to access up to 4 lines.
Other Desksets in the system can share these lines and display the line status. Incoming
calls on a line ring at all Desksets that share that line. Users at Desksets that share lines
can see when lines are ringing, busy, or on hold.
By default, one programmable feature key on each Deskset is reserved for internal
“Intercom” calls, so that users can call other extensions. By default, the Intercom key is
the bottom Programmable Feature key on the SB67020/025 Deskset and the fifth key
on the SB67030/031 Deskset. However, you can configure additional Intercom keys. See
“SB67020/025 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on page 120 and
“SB67030/031 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on page 125.
Systems using Line Appearance mode must use PSTN Gateways only. An optional ATA is
also compatible with Line Appearance mode. A system using Line Appearance mode does
not support the T1 Gateway, SIP Gateway, Call Queue, and some Deskset-specific
features, including Call Forward All and Cordless Handset registration.
In Line Appearance mode, SB67030/031 Desksets cannot use SB67040 Cordless
Handsets, although TL7600 Cordless Headsets are compatible with Line Appearance
mode.
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Changing the Appearance Mode
Changing appearance mode has a significant impact on Synapse system features
and Deskset operation. The appearance mode should be changed only once
during system installation. If you must change the appearance mode, do so when
all calls are idle (after office hours, for example), and inform all Deskset users of
the change.
Before changing the appearance mode, you should consider how your system will be
affected.
Changing from Call Appearance Mode to Line Appearance Mode
The T1 Gateway and SIP Gateway are not compatible with Line Appearance
mode. If your system uses a T1 Gateway and/or SIP Gateway, before changing
the appearance mode, disconnect the T1 Gateway and SIP Gateway and delete
them from the system. See “Deleting Devices” on page 147.
After changing from Call Appearance mode to Line Appearance mode, the following
features are disabled and disappear from the WebUI:

Call Queue

T1 Gateway settings

SIP Gateway settings

Direct Inward Dial

Trunk Reservation
Dial Plan Default Routing
Priority and Dialing Rules
Park Extension prefix
and Call Parking


In addition:

Call Forward All settings are disabled on Desksets.

Desksets lose the “Forward to Voicemail” option for incoming external calls.

Desksets cannot screen calls — a user cannot listen to a voicemail message as it
is being recorded.

Cordless handset accessories deregister from Desksets and remain disabled
when the system is in Line Appearance mode. TL7600 Cordless Headsets remain
registered in Line Appearance mode.
After changing from Call Appearance mode to Line Appearance mode, you should log on
to the WebUI and:
Using the WebUI

Name the incoming PSTN lines for display on SB67030/031 Desksets. See “Trunk
Naming” on page 105.

Assign lines to Deskset programmable feature keys. By default, PSTN Gateway
lines 1 to 4 will be assigned to programmable feature keys 1 to 4 on all Desksets.
If you have additional PSTN Gateways, you will have to manually assign lines to
Desksets. See “SB67020/025 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on
page 120 and “SB67030/031 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on
page 125.

Check your PSTN fax line configuration. If you have a PSTN fax line connected to
a Gateway, this line may have been automatically assigned to programmable
feature keys on some Desksets. If you do not want a shared fax/voice line, then
delete this line from the Desksets.
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If you want the fax line to be used for voice calls as well, you can assign the fax
line to Deskset programmable feature keys. Ensure that your users are aware
that incoming voice calls on this shared fax/voice line will ring at Desksets after
an 8-second delay. This delay is a fax detection period during which the system
determines where to route the call. If the system detects incoming fax tones, it
routes the call through the configured ATA FXS port to the fax machine. During
the delay, the Desksets indicate that the line is in use — the key LEDs are solid
red. If no fax signal is detected after 8 seconds, the Desksets ring.

Set the Call Forward–No Answer destination for each line. See “Configuring Line
Appearance” on page 92.

Reconfigure Trunk Routing, if you want to use Trunk Routing in Line Appearance
mode. See “Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)” on page 108.

Ensure that System Directory entries are formatted correctly. If you used a
number for external line access in Call Appearance mode, you must remove it
from the phone numbers in System Directory entries. In general, numbers stored
in lists on Desksets (the Redial list, for example) may not work for outside calls
after switching to Line Appearance mode.

Review the system configuration and extension settings described in this guide
and verify that the Synapse system works as desired.
Changing from Line Appearance Mode to Call Appearance Mode
After changing from Line Appearance mode to Call Appearance mode, a T1 Gateway
and/or SIP Gateway can be connected to your system. You should configure or verify the
settings listed in Table 3.
Table 3.
Call Appearance Settings to Verify
Feature
See page...
Feature
See page...
Auto Attendant
42
Ring Group Types
100
Call Queue
59
Trunk Reservation
106
Call Restriction Settings
62
Trunk Routing
108
Dial Plan Settings
64
SIP Account Settings
134
Direct Inward Dial
77
T1 Basic Settings
143
There are many other system and extension settings that can affect system operation.
After changing from Line Appearance mode to Call Appearance mode, you should review
the system configuration and extension settings described in this guide and verify that
the Synapse system works as desired.
After changing from Line Appearance mode to Call Appearance mode, you can register
SB67040 Cordless Handsets to SB67030/031 Desksets.
To register a Cordless Handset:
1.
Ensure the Cordless Handset charger has power.
2.
Remove and replace the Cordless Handset from its charger.
3.
On the SB67030/031 Deskset, press MENU –> 2 –> 6 –> 1.
4.
On the Cordless Handset Registration screen, press Register .
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Changing the System Basic Settings
To view or modify the System Basic Settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Basic Settings.
The System Basic Settings page appears.
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2.
If necessary, change the Administrator Account. The Administrator ID can be up
to 16 characters long. The Administrator Password is limited to four to six digits.
Values outside this range generate an error message.
3.
Select the Appearance Mode. For more information, see “About Appearance
Modes” on page 36.
4.
Select the Operator Extension. Any Deskset can be designated as the system
operator. The default is Extension 200 for systems with three-digit extension
numbers.
Incoming calls are forwarded to the operator extension if the caller presses 0 (zero)
after the Auto Attendant answers. If the Auto Attendant is off, incoming calls are
forwarded to the destination you have set in Auto Attendant General Settings.
See “Configuring the Auto Attendant” on page 42.
5.
Set the Timer for Forwarded and Transferred Outside Calls. This sets the
Maximum Call Duration for incoming calls when they are forwarded to non-system
phone numbers, such as to cell phones. When you forward these calls, two phone
lines are in use for the duration of the forwarded call: one for the incoming call and
one for the call to the forwarded line. The default time is 30 minutes, adjustable from
15 to 120 minutes. Calls exceeding the Maximum Call Duration are dropped with no
warning to the callers.
Line Appearance 6.
mode
Not shown — Enable or disable Hook Flash for all Desksets. When enabled, Desksets
in Line Appearance mode display a Flash soft key. The Flash key simulates a
hook flash, which signals the telephone service provider to activate a feature.
7.
Set the System Time/Date Options. You can set the system time to follow a
Network Time Protocol (NTP) Server (recommended) or you can set the time and date
manually.
Click Set Time by NTP Server:
a.
Click Default to set the time automatically from the Internet.
b.
Click Custom Time Server if you have your own preferred time server, then
enter the server’s URL.
c.
Select your Time Zone.
d.
Click Yes or No for Daylight Savings Time.
OR
To set the time and date manually, click Manual.
8.
Using the WebUI
a.
Enter the current time and date.
b.
Select your Time Zone.
c.
Click Yes or No for Daylight Savings Time.
Click
to save these settings or click
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You may need to record voice prompts and announcements for certain Synapse features.
The following WebUI pages have recording options:
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Auto Attendant Menu Editor (see “Creating Auto Attendant Menus” on page 51)
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Create Call Queue (see “Call Queue Settings” on page 59)
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Create Group Mailbox (see “Creating a Group Mailbox” on page 85)

Hold Settings (see “Configuring Hold/Park Settings and Music on Hold” on
page 88).
To record your voice using the WebUI, click
on the WebUI page you are on.
When the recording page appears, follow the instructions on how to make your
recording. The recording page also has a Script Editor field where you can enter and
save text.
The instructions ask you to select an extension from which to record the voice prompts.
After you start the recording process, you will hear voice instructions for making the
recording.
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HAPTER
3
CONFIGURING THE AUTO
ATTENDANT
You can enable the Auto Attendant to answer and direct incoming calls. When the Auto
Attendant is on, incoming callers hear the Auto Attendant main menu. Synapse provides
a default main menu, or you can create a custom menu with voice prompts that tell
callers how to use a touch-tone telephone to reach the appropriate person, Ring Group,
Auto Attendant Directory, operator, or message (such as a voice prompt to announce
hours of operation, location, special sales, and so on). You can schedule this menu to
change at different times of the day or week.
Use the Auto Attendant General Settings to configure up to four Auto Attendants and
to determine where calls will ring when an Auto Attendant is off. You may wish to route
trunks to each Auto Attendant in order to support a multi-tenant office or several
divisions within a company. See “Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)” on page 108.
In Line Appearance mode, the Auto Attendant does not answer and direct
incoming calls by default. You can set the Auto Attendant as a Call Forward–No
Answer target for a line. In this mode, the Auto Attendant can answer calls
during periods when your office is closed or when calls go otherwise
unanswered. See “Configuring Line Appearance” on page 92.
The procedures in this chapter assume that you have logged on to the WebUI as
administrator. For more information, see “Accessing the Administrator WebUI” on
page 30.
This chapter covers:

“Auto Attendant General Settings” on page 44
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“Creating Auto Attendant Menus” on page 51
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Auto Attendant General Settings
On the Auto Attendant General Settings page, you can:

create and edit Auto Attendants,

change the Auto Attendant mode (turn the Auto Attendant off or have it redirect
calls temporarily)

set the Auto Attendant schedule

select destination menus.
An Auto Attendant consists of:

A Name. The Auto Attendant name appears in the lists on the Trunk Routing, DID
Assignments, and Auto Attendant Menu Editor pages.
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An Auto Attendant Manager — the Operator extension (defined on the Basic
Settings page), or any other extension. The Auto Attendant Manager can change
the Auto Attendant mode. For more information, see “Auto Attendant Mode” on
page 47.
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A Weekly Schedule, consisting of Start and End ranges, and an incoming-call
destination for each range.
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An Unscheduled Destination, where incoming calls ring outside of the Weekly
Schedule.

An optional Holiday schedule that replaces the Weekly Schedule, consisting of
start-and-end ranges (configurable by calendar date) and destinations for
incoming calls.
The Auto Attendant can direct incoming calls to the following destinations:

Operator extension or any other extension (including ATA extensions assigned to
Voice)

Any Auto Attendant menu. You can create up to 20 Auto Attendant menus. Auto
Attendant menus consist of recordings that tell callers about their options for
directing their call. See “Creating Auto Attendant Menus” on page 51.

Call Queue (Call Appearance mode only)

Ring Groups

Group Mailboxes

System Directory numbers

Personal Voicemail for any extension (excluding ATA extensions).
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To create or edit an Auto Attendant:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Auto Attendant.
The Auto Attendant General Settings page appears.
2.
In the Select an Auto Attendant to Edit list, select an Auto Attendant.
OR
If you are creating a new Auto Attendant, enter a new Auto Attendant Name. The
name can be up to 16 characters long.
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3.
Select an Auto Attendant Manager from the list of extensions. You can assign up
to four Auto Attendants to one extension. The user at the Auto Attendant Manager
extension can change the Auto Attendant mode from the Deskset.
4.
To continue creating or editing an Auto Attendant, see:

“Auto Attendant Mode” on page 47

“Auto Attendant Schedule” on page 48

“Creating Auto Attendant Menus” on page 51.
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Auto Attendant Mode
In the Enable Auto Attendant section of the Auto Attendant General Settings you
can choose the active mode of the Auto Attendant, or turn the Auto Attendant off.
A Deskset user at the Auto Attendant Manager extension can also set the Auto Attendant
mode by pressing MENU, then 5, then selecting an Auto Attendant.
To set the Auto Attendant mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click System Settings, then Auto Attendant, then
General Settings.
2.
Select an Enable Auto Attendant option:

Select Scheduled to enable the Auto Attendant to handle incoming calls
according to the schedule you set up. See “Auto Attendant Schedule” on
page 48.

Select Off to forward incoming calls to a single destination. You can select the
destination from the list.
You can have incoming calls ring the operator, any extension, a Ring Group, a
Ring Group of all extensions (Call Appearance mode only), the Call Queue (Call
Appearance mode only), a Group Mailbox, System Directory number, or Personal
Voicemail. The Off – Forward All Calls to: option can be used by small
businesses that do not have a receptionist or where all employees share call
answering duties. Since you can set a Ring Group to contain any or all extensions,
you can have incoming calls ring wherever you want them to ring.
If an incoming call to an extension or Ring Group is not picked up, the Call
Forward–No Answer settings for either the extension or the Ring Group
apply.

3.
Select Manual to immediately forward calls to a different menu. After selecting
Manual, select one of the menus you have defined, or the Default Menu.
Click
to save these settings or click
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Auto Attendant Schedule
You can use the bottom portion of the Auto Attendant General Settings page to
configure when and where the Auto Attendant directs incoming calls.
Under Weekly Schedule, you can configure how the Auto Attendant handles incoming
calls — by playing a custom Auto Attendant menu that lists options for callers, or by
forwarding calls to a Ring Group, for example — during different periods of time. You can
define up to 21 time ranges. A range has a Start time and an End time, and can span one
day or multiple days. For example, you can have calls go to the same destination from
Monday at 9:00 AM to Friday at 5:00 PM. You can configure multiple ranges and
destinations for one day — morning, lunch, and afternoon, for example. Time ranges
cannot overlap, but end and start times can be identical. For example, if one range is
from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the following range can be from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM. Setting
identical Start and End times (Monday 9:00 AM to Monday 9:00 AM, for example) will
enable the Auto Attendant for the entire week.
You can select a unique destination for each range you define. The Auto Attendant sends
callers to this destination for the duration of the time range. Possible destinations include
an Auto Attendant menu, a Call Queue, Ring Groups, Group Mailboxes, System Directory
numbers, Extensions, or Personal Voicemails.
Call Queue is not supported in Line Appearance mode. Any Auto Attendant
settings that direct calls to a Call Queue will be lost if you change the Synapse
System from Call Appearance to Line Appearance mode.
If you have not created custom Auto Attendant menus (see “Creating Auto Attendant
Menus” on page 51), the destination for each range is set to the Default Menu. The
default prompt for incoming callers is: “Enter the extension number or enter 0 for the
operator”.
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To set the Auto Attendant schedule:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click System Settings, then Auto Attendant. The
Auto Attendant General Settings page appears.
2.
In the Select an Auto Attendant to Edit list, select an Auto Attendant.
3.
Under Weekly Schedule, click the Day, hour, minute, and AM/PM boxes to define a
Start time and End time according to when you want incoming calls to use the
selected destination.
4.
In the Destination list, select a destination for incoming calls for the time range.
5.
Repeat Step 3 and Step 4 to complete the Auto Attendant Weekly schedule.
6.
In the Unscheduled Destination list, select a destination for calls that arrive
outside the ranges defined in the Weekly schedule.
7.
Optional: Click
to save these settings and create a Holiday
schedule. The Holiday Schedule page appears.
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a.
Define ranges and destinations for holidays and other periods that your Weekly
schedule is no longer valid. During the date and time ranges you define in the
Holiday schedule, the Holiday schedule replaces the Weekly schedule.
b.
Click
to return to the Auto Attendant General Settings page.
Click
to save these settings or click
the changes.
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Creating Auto Attendant Menus
You can create up to 20 menus that consist of the recordings that the callers hear and
lists of actions they can take. To create the menus, plan what you want callers to be able
to do. In preparation for voice prompt recording, write down the announcements you
want callers to hear when their call reaches the menu. You can also enter and save text
in the Auto Attendant Voice Prompts Script Editor (see “Recording an Auto Attendant
Voice Prompt” on page 54).
Auto Attendant Menu Choices
On the Auto Attendant Menu Editor page, you can assign an action for a digit key
(Press 1, Press 2, Press 3). The available actions are described in Table 4. When the
caller presses that key, the selected action occurs. Click
when done.
Table 4.
Auto Attendant Menu Choices
Menu Choice
Action
None
No action.
Replay
Replays the current message.
Auto Attendant
Directory
Accesses the Auto Attendant Directory, which allows callers
to spell a name, followed by the pound (#) sign.
Previous Menu
Plays the previous menu.
Main Menu
Plays the Auto Attendant main menu.
Default Menu
Plays the assigned default menu.
<AA Menus>
Accesses other menus that you have created. Select any
menu that you have created to establish a structure of
nested menus.
<Call Queue>
Call Appearance mode only — Sends calls to a Call Queue
that you have created. When callers select the Call Queue,
the Desksets of all available Call Agents ring.
<Ring Groups>
Sends calls to a Ring Group that you have created. When
callers select a Ring Group, every extension in that group
rings.
<Group Mailboxes>
Sends calls to the Group Mailbox you have created.
<System Directory>
Sends calls to an external System Directory number.
<Extensions>
Sends calls directly to a specific extension.
<Personal Voicemail>
Sends call directly to a specific extension’s personal
voicemail.
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If no digit keys have been pressed five seconds after the voice prompt, the voice
prompt replays. After replaying the voice prompt three times, the Auto
Attendant says “Goodbye” and hangs up the call.
If the caller hangs up the phone, the Auto Attendant stops.
To create or edit a menu:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click System Settings, then Auto Attendant, then
Menus. The Auto Attendant Menu Editor page appears.
This page may take up to 10 seconds to load. Please wait until you see
Press 1 below Enable Operator before editing the menu.
2.
You can add, edit, or delete a menu.

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3.
To add a new menu (you can define up to 20 menus):
a.
In the Select Menu to Edit list, select Create New Menu.
b.
Enter a Menu Name. The name should describe the menu‘s purpose. For
instance, a menu listing your business hours might be called “Hours”.
To edit an existing menu:
a.
In the Select Menu to Edit list, select the menu that you want to edit.
b.
Change the name, if desired.
To delete an existing menu:
a.
In the Select Menu to Edit list, select the menu that you want to edit.
b.
Click
. The menu is deleted and the page refreshes.
Optional: Click
to record a menu voice prompt. The Auto Attendant
Voice Prompts page appears. Follow the instructions on that page to record a
prompt.
For more information, see “Recording Voice Prompts and Greetings” on
page 41 and “Recording an Auto Attendant Voice Prompt” on page 54.
4.
Set Enable Direct Dial. Select On to allow callers to directly dial extensions.
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5.
Set Enable Operator. Select On to allow callers to press zero (0) to reach the
operator. (The default operator extension is 200 for systems with three-digit
extension numbers.) When Enable Operator is On, callers cannot press 0 for other
actions.
6.
Set the dial key values. Program an action for each digit as needed by selecting the
action from the list for each digit. See “Auto Attendant Menu Choices” on page 51.
When Direct Dial is On, if you assign dial key values that are the same as the
first digit of any extension, callers will be unable to dial those extensions.
Instead, they will be connected to the menu action associated with that key
value. See “Extension Settings” on page 111.
7.
Click
to save these settings or click
the changes.
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Recording an Auto Attendant Voice Prompt
The Auto Attendant Voice Prompt page has instructions on how to record a voice
prompt. After you start the recording process, you will hear voice instructions for making
the recording. For more information, see “Recording Voice Prompts and Greetings” on
page 41.
Auto Attendant voice prompts can be up to 60 seconds long.
The Auto Attendant Voice Prompt page has a Script Editor field where you can enter and
save text. Here is an example of a daytime script that could be part of the Opening Day
menu:
“This is the Widget Company. If you know your party's extension, dial it now. For Sales,
press 1. For Customer Service, press 3. To hear a recording of our office hours, press 9.
To hear our company directory, press 0. To reach someone by spelling their name,
followed by the pound sign, press 7."
Then if the caller selects 1, they may hear, “For North America, press 1; For Asia, press
3." When you record this menu, you might want to call it the Sales Team menu.
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Name Recording for the Auto Attendant Directory
The administrator and individual users can create name recordings at the Desksets. When
callers access the Directory through the Auto Attendant, the name recordings play to
confirm the selection.
To create consistent Auto Attendant name recordings for incoming callers, ask Deskset
users to state their name slowly, clearly, and at a reasonable volume. You may also
recommend that users state both their name and their extension number to assist
incoming callers further.
You are limited to a 10-second recording. Recording stops automatically if you
exceed the limit.
SB67020/025
SB67030/031
To record, play, or delete a personal name:
1.
Press MENU, then 2, then 1, and then 2 to display the Name Recording menu. The
Play and Delete soft keys do not appear if the name has not already been
recorded.
2.
Pick up the handset and press Record to record a personal name. The Record key
changes to Stop .
3.
Press
Stop
when finished.
4.
Press
Play
to review the recorded name or press Delete to delete the greeting.
5.
Press CANCEL to return to the Message Greetings menu.
To record a personal name:
1.
Call Appearance mode — Press MENU, 2, and 5.
Line Appearance mode — Press MENU, 2, and 4.
The Name Recording screen appears.
2.
Press 1 to display the Play/Rec Name screen.
3.
Pick up the handset and press Record to record a personal name.
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4.
When you are finished recording, press
and Record .
Play
5.
Press
6.
To return to the User Settings screen, press
Play
. The screen changes to display
Stop
to review the name recording.
Exit
.
To delete a name:
1.
Call Appearance mode — Press MENU, 2, and 5.
Line Appearance mode — Press MENU, 2, and 4.
The Name Recording screen appears.
2.
Press 2. A confirmation screen appears.
3.
Press
Yes
to confirm.
After deleting the name recording, the extension number plays to callers when they
look up your name in the Auto Attendant Directory.
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4
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
This chapter includes the remaining WebUI System Settings not covered in the earlier
chapters, as well as:

“Extension Settings” on page 111

“PSTN Gateway Settings” on page 128
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“ATA Settings” on page 130
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“SIP Gateway Settings” on page 134

“T1 Gateway Settings” on page 143

“Expansion Module Settings” on page 146

“Device Management” on page 147.
If you have an optional ATA installed, use the WebUI to configure analog phone support,
fax routing, external overhead paging, Music on Hold, and Private Line Automatic
Ringdown.
This chapter also covers device management using the WebUI. As the system
administrator, you will use the WebUI to delete devices from the system, change
extension numbers, back up your settings, copy/replace devices, and upgrade devices.
Except where noted, all the procedures in this chapter assume that you have logged on
to the WebUI as administrator. For more information, see “Accessing the Administrator
WebUI” on page 30.
After completing the configuration of the system, back up the system settings.
See “Back Up and Restore Settings” on page 151.
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System Settings
You can use a Gateway, Deskset, or ATA IP address to log on to the WebUI as the
administrator and make changes to the system or to individual Desksets.
When making changes to the System Settings through the WebUI, ensure that
no one is using the system. To ensure the system is idle, you might need to
make the changes outside of normal office hours.
The System Settings covered in this chapter include:

“Call Queue Settings” on page 59


“Call Restriction Configuration” on
page 62
“Overhead Paging Overview (ATA
Required)” on page 93

“Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging
Zones” on page 98

“Configuring Ring Groups” on
page 100
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“System Directory” on page 104
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“Trunk Naming” on page 105
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“Dial Plan Settings” on page 64

“Direct Inward Dial” on page 77

“Fax Configuration (Requires ATA)” on
page 80
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“Configuring Group Mailboxes (Requires
ATA)” on page 83
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
“Trunk Reservation (Outgoing Calls)”
on page 106
“Configuring Hold/Park Settings and
Music on Hold” on page 88

“Configuring Line Appearance” on
page 92
“Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)” on
page 108

“Voicemail to Email” on page 109
ATA, T1 Gateway, SIP Gateway, and Expansion Module settings and features are
only available and visible in the WebUI when those devices are installed.
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Call Queue Settings
These settings apply to Call Appearance mode only.
If the Auto Attendant is off, the system administrator can forward incoming calls to a Call
Queue. Create the Call Queue using the Call Queue Summary page. On Desksets that
you assign as Call Agents to answer Call Queue calls, set a programmable feature key
as the Call Queue key to give users quick access to the Queued Calls list. The Call Queue
key LED also flashes orange slowly when there are calls waiting in the Call Queue,
providing a visual indicator for Call Agents.
To set one of the SB67020/025 Deskset programmable feature keys, see “SB67020/025
Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on page 120. If you do not set a Deskset
programmable feature key as a Call Queue key, the Call Agent can access the Queued
Calls list using the SB67020/025 Deskset menu.
To set the SB67030/031 Deskset programmable feature key as the Call Queue key, see
“SB67030/031 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on page 125. If you do not
set the programmable feature key as the Call Queue key, the Call Agent can answer Call
Queue calls, but they cannot access the Queued Calls list.
Call Queue Considerations
When you set up a Call Queue and have set the Auto Attendant to Off – Forward all
calls to Call Queue, you can still direct incoming calls to a specific extension, bypassing
the Call Queue.
T1 Gateway, 
SIP Gateway
To direct incoming T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway calls to a specific extension and bypass
the Call Queue, assign a DID number to a designated extension. See “Direct Inward Dial”
on page 77.
PSTN Gateway
To have incoming PSTN Gateway calls bypass the Call Queue and ring a specific
extension, Group Mailbox, or Ring Group, see “Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)” on
page 108.
To create the Call Queue:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Call Queue. The Call Queue Summary page
appears.
2.
On the Call Queue Summary page, press
Queue page appears.
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Enter a Call Queue Name.
4.
Assign Call Agents to the Call Queue.
Select one or more extensions from the Available Extensions list and click
.
OR
Select one or more extensions to remove from the Call Agents list and click
.
5.
Select the option to enable incoming calls to ring All Extensions or Idle
Extensions Only in the Call Queue.

When set to All Extensions, Call Queue calls ring at Call Agent Desksets if they
are idle or busy on a non-Call Queue call.

When set to Idle Extensions Only, Call Queue calls ring at idle Call Agent
Desksets only.
6.
Enter a Call Wrap-Up Time between 0 to 3600 seconds. Set the amount of time
after ending a call before a Call Agent can receive another call from the Queue.
7.
Enable or Disable the Call Queue Announcement, which is separate from the
system Hold Announcement.
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If you select Yes, but do not record an announcement, callers hear only ringback
tones. If Music on Hold is enabled, callers hear hold music.

If you select No, callers hear ringback tones. If Music on Hold is enabled, callers
hear hold music.
Specify the Delay Before Playing the Call Queue Announcement for the first time
and the Delay Before Repeating the Call Queue Announcement.

Callers hear ringback tones during the Delay Before Playing unless the delay
is set to 0. Callers hear silence between repeating Call Queue Announcements
unless you set Delay Before Repeating to 0.

If Music on Hold is enabled, callers hear hold music during the Delay Before
Playing unless the delay is set to 0. Callers hear hold music between repeating
Call Queue Announcements unless you set Delay Before Repeating to 0.
Click
. The Call Queue Announcement Greeting page appears.
10. Follow the procedure on the Call Queue Announcement Greeting page to record
a Call Queue Announcement. For more information, see “Recording Voice Prompts
and Greetings” on page 41.
OR
Click
to delete an existing announcement.
11. Click
to save the Call Queue settings or click
page without saving the changes.
ATA
to return to the previous
12. To configure Music on Hold, click the Hold Settings link on the Create Call Queue
page.
All Call Queue settings are saved and the Hold/Park Settings page appears (see
“Configuring Hold/Park Settings and Music on Hold” on page 88).
13. Click
to save the Music on Hold settings or click
without saving the changes.
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Call Restriction Configuration
These settings apply to Call Appearance mode only.
Call Restriction enables you to prohibit certain types of calls from being made from
certain extensions. The feature affects outgoing calls only. No matter how Call Restriction
is configured, users can answer and transfer all incoming calls.
How you configure Call Restriction depends on the needs of your site. You can use it to
prevent groups of employees from making long-distance calls on company phones. Call
Restriction settings can also be applied to Desksets in meeting rooms or common areas
where unauthorized personnel might have access to your phone lines.
If users need to call a restricted number on a call-restricted Deskset, they can enter their
extension number and user password to make the call, as long as their extension’s call
restriction settings allow such a call.
You configure Call Restriction on two WebUI pages:

Under System Settings, configure the call restriction settings on the Call
Restriction Configuration page. You can enter prefixes for each restricted call
type, and enter any exceptions to the prefix list.

Under Extension Settings, on the Call Restriction Settings page, select the
types of calls to be restricted for each extension (see “Call Restriction Settings”
on page 115).
To configure call restrictions and exceptions:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Call Restriction. The Call Restriction
Configuration page appears.
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Enter or edit the prefix for each type of call you want to restrict. The default settings
are as follows:
10-digit Long Distance:
none
Equal Access:
11-digit Long Distance:
1-NXX
Operator-Assisted: 0
1010, 101X
Premium Long Distance: 1-900, 1-976
Local Service:
N11
International:
7-digit Local:
none
011
Each prefix is limited to 16 digits. Multiple entries must be separated by a
comma, and you can enter 10 entries per field.
3.
Enter any exceptions to the restricted prefixes you entered in Step 2. For example,
you can enter the toll-free prefix 1-800 as an exception while still restricting
long-distance calls that begin with 1-NXX. Any prefix that is not listed in the Call
Restriction Prefix List is considered an exception, even if you do not enter it in the
Exception list. The default settings are as follows:
Emergency Service: 911 Toll-Free Long Distance: 1-800, 1-888, 1-877, 1-866
4.
Click
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Dial Plan Settings
Synapse features a configurable dial plan, with which you can configure settings for
internal calls and outgoing external calls. You can select formats for Deskset extension
numbers and parked call extension numbers. You can also configure how numbers for
outgoing calls are dialed to maximize user convenience and compatibility with your
Synapse equipment, location, and service provider.
The default Dial Plan settings will work for most installations. These settings
should only be modified to suit the specific needs of your Synapse site and
service provider(s). For example, you may need to configure the Dial Plan if you
have a combination of PSTN, T1, and SIP connections, and specific numbers you
want to route through each device.
The Dial Plan Settings differ depending on whether the system is in Call Appearance
mode or Line Appearance mode. To set the Dial Plan for Call Appearance mode, see
page 72. To set the Dial Plan for Line Appearance mode, see page 75.
On the Dial Plan Settings page in Call Appearance mode and Line Appearance mode,
you can set up:

extension numbers for the Synapse system as either three- or four-digit
extension numbers in the range of 100 to 999, or 1000 to 9999.

the Default Phone Extension Prefix, which determines the first digit to use for
extension auto assignment.
In Call Appearance mode, you can set up:

the Park Extension Prefix, which determines the first digit to use for parked
calls.

the Default Routing Priority, which determines the order of Gateways that the
system attempts to use for outgoing calls if there are multiple Gateways
connected to a Synapse site. By default the system attempts to use the Gateways
in the following order for outgoing calls:
a.
SIP Gateway, if it is connected.
b.
T1 Gateway, if the SIP Gateway is unavailable or busy.
c.
PSTN Gateway, if the T1 Gateway is not available.

the Call Log/Message Prefix, which is the digit(s) added to numbers dialed
from the Call Log and Messages list if your Dialing Rules specify that a number
for external line access is required for outside calls.

the Dialing Rules, which consist of unique dialing patterns (formats for types of
outgoing calls) and trunks through which each pattern is routed when dialed. You
can set a pattern to follow your Default Routing Priority, or you can route a
pattern through a specific trunk that you select. For example, you can configure
long distance calls to use the SIP Gateway only and configure local calls to use
a PSTN Gateway trunk only.
For more information about the system-wide effects of changing the Dial Plan, see
“Reconfiguring an Existing System” on page 76.
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About Dialing Rules
A Synapse dialing rule consists of two elements: a pattern and a route. A pattern is an
alpha-numerical string consisting of the elements described in Table 5. The route is an
available trunk in the system, and might include a PSTN line, a T1 line, or a SIP account,
depending on your system setup. You can create your own dialing rules by editing or
adding patterns and selecting new routes for patterns on the Dial Plan Settings page.
The purpose of a dialing rule pattern is to:

validate a number that a user dials

modify the number, if necessary, to remove a line-access prefix or add a prefix
to access a low-cost provider, for example

route the call through the selected Gateway(s) to the CO.
Synapse has a default set of dialing rule patterns for how the system formats numbers.
See “Default Dialing Rule Patterns” on page 67.
When a user dials a number, the system compares the number against the dialing rules
using the order in which the rules are entered on the Dial Plan Settings page. When
the system finds the first pattern that matches, the number is dialed. Therefore, you
should pay attention to the order in which you enter a new dialing rule. For example,
although xxxxxxx and xxxxxxxT will both dial 555-1234, xxxxxxx supersedes
xxxxxxxT if it is listed first. If xxxxxxxT was listed first, 555-1234 would be dialed
according to xxxxxxxT, which adds a four-second pause (indicated by T). This may not
be desirable for a routine local call.
Table 5.
Dialing Rule Pattern Elements
Element
Format
Description
Digits
1234567890#*
Any digit, including # and *. Indicates a specific dial
string where the order of the digits is taken as is
(6045551234, for example).
Wild Card
x
Any digit from 0 to 9, including # and *.
Range
[0-9]
Any two numbers separated by a hyphen, where the
second number is greater than the first. All numbers
within the range or valid, excluding # and *.
List
[123#*]
List of digits, including # and *. Any number within
the list is valid, but the order is not significant.
Indicates an OR function (such as 1 OR 2 OR 3).
Timeout
T
A four-second timeout. Tells the system to wait for
four seconds before dialing the number, in case the
user has not completed entering the dialing rule
pattern.
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T must be the last element of a pattern
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T cannot be the only element of a pattern.
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Dialing Rule Pattern Elements
Element
Format
Description
Dot
.
Indicates zero or more of the previous digits. Allows
any number of digits to be used. A dot cannot start a
pattern. A dot:
Substitution
Separator
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!a:b!
|
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cannot be in a substitution, nor in a range

cannot follow another dot

is only valid after 1234567890#* and ] or a
wild card.
Substitutes value a for value b. If value b is not
entered, value a will be stripped from the dialing
rule pattern. If value a is not entered, value b will be
added to the pattern. Tells the system to modify the
dialing rule pattern before sending it to the CO. This
element can be used if a number for external line
access (Trunk Access Code) is required.

Substitution can only be placed at the beginning
of a pattern.

Value a can be blank, a wild card (x), or digits 0
to 9, including # and *. Digit map patterns for
range, list, timeout, or dot are not permitted.

Value b can be blank, or digits 0 to 9, including
# and *. Digit map patterns for wild card, range,
list, timeout, or dot are not permitted.
Indicates the start of a new pattern. Can be used to
add multiple dialing rules to one pattern edit box.
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Default Dialing Rule Patterns
You can view and modify the Dialing Rule patterns on the Dial Plan Settings page. See
To set the Dial Plan in Call Appearance mode: on page 72.
Extension numbers
A three or four-digit number in the 100 to 999 (excluding 911) or the 1000 to 9999
range. When a matching Extension number is detected, the system calls the Extension.
You can set this under Number of Digits and Default Phone Extension Prefix.
Format
User Dials, for example...
System Dials...
xxx or xxxx
200 or 2000
200 or 2000
Parked call
A three or four-digit number in the 100 to 999 (excluding 911) or the 1000 to 9999
range. When a matching Park Extension is detected, the system connects to the parked
call. The leading digit for parked calls must be different from the leading digit for
Extension numbers. You can set the leading digit (the Park prefix) under Park
Extension Prefix. Other than setting the leading digit, you cannot configure this
Dialing Rule pattern.
Format
User Dials, for example...
System Dials...
Park prefix + xx 
or Park prefix +xxx
800 or 8000
800 or 8000
Local External call
External line access. !9:! is an optional element that requires the user to dial a 9 in
front of a number. You can configure this pattern for external line access, for example.
After the user dials a number that matches the pattern, the system strips the 9 when
dialing the number. You can use 9 or another number that doesn’t match the Park
Extension Prefix or the Default Phone Extension Prefix.
Format
User Dials, for example...
System Dials...
!9:![2-9]xxxxxxxxx 
or !9:![2-9]xxxxxxT 
or !9:![2-8]11 
or !9:!0T
9-604-555-1234
9-555-1234
9-411
9-0
604-555-1234
555-1234 (with four-second pause)
411
0 (with four-second pause)
Long Distance call
External line access for a long distance call within North America. !9:! is an optional
element that requires the user to dial a 9 in front of a number.
Format
User Dials, for example...
System Dials...
!9:![01][2-9]xxxxxxxxx
or !9:![01][2-9]xxxxxxT
9-1-503-555-1234
9-1-555-1234
1-503-555-1234
1-555-1234 (with four-second
pause)
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International call
External line access for a long distance international call outside North America. !9:! is
an optional element that requires the user to dial a 9 in front of a number. If !9:! is not
required, there will be a four-second pause after the user dials zero. If no further digits
are pressed, the call will go to the operator Extension (0).
Format
User Dials, for example...
System Dials...
!9:!011x.T
9011440208694657
011440208694657
Operator call
This is a special case of an internal call connecting to the designated operator
extension (such as 203) by dialing 0.
Format
User Dials...
System Dials...
0
0
0
Emergency call
This dialing rule ensures that, in emergency situations, users can call 911 either by
dialing 911, or 9-911 (when 9 is used to access an external line).
Format
User Dials...
System Dials...
!9:!911 | 911
9-911
911
911
911
Equal Access call
Users can call Equal Access services by dialing this sequence. There will be a
four-second pause after the user dials the final number before the system calls the
number.
Format
User Dials, for example...
System Dials...
!9:!10[12]xxxxx.T
9-101-58726-1-555-123-1234
101-58726-1-555-123-1234
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Other Dialing Rule Pattern Examples
Table 6 shows some dialing rule pattern examples.
Table 6.
Dialing Rule Pattern Examples
Pattern
User Dials
System dials...
Description
[12]xx
220
220
Any three-digit number starting with
1 or 2.
!9:!x.T
9-604-555-5555
604-555-5555 (with
four-second pause)
9, followed by any number of digits.
The dialing rule pattern is complete
after four seconds of no user input.
Strips the leading 9 before sending
the pattern to the CO.
0T
0
0 (with four-second
pause)
Dials zero after four seconds of no
user input. This pattern can be used
to dial the Operator. The timeout
would be required if other patterns
also use a leading zero, such as 011
for international calls.
!0:!:0T
00
0 (with four-second
pause)
Two zeros will dial a PSTN Operator
rather than the Synapse Operator,
assuming that a Trunk Access Code
is not being used.
!8:1234!xxxxxxxxxx
8-604-555-5555
1234-604-555-5555
Substitutes 8 with 1234 then adds
1234 to a ten-digit number before
sending it to the CO.
!:1234!xxxxxxxxxx
604-555-5555
1234-604-555-5555
Adds 1234 to any ten-digit number
before sending it to the CO.
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Dialing Rules for Remote Sites
When you configure remote sites, each using a SIP Gateway on a different subnet, you
must create Dialing Rules to enable users to reach remote extensions or external
numbers. For more information about remote sites, see “Configuring Remote Sites” on
page 139. After you configure a remote site, the remote site appears in the list of
available routes for a Dialing Rule pattern.
With remote sites, you want the Dialing Rules to enable users to do two things:
1.
Call Remote Extensions
2.
Call external numbers through the remote site.
Depending on your current system configuration or preferences, you can create Dialing
Rules to enable users to make both types of calls with or without dialing a number for
external trunk access (a trunk access code).
Calling Remote Extensions without a trunk access code
You must first ensure that Extension numbers are not duplicated across remote sites. If
extension 201 exists on Site 1 and Site 2, users on Site 1 who dial 201 will reach
extension 201 on Site 1, not Site 2.
Synapse sites should use the same number of digits for extension numbers. If one site
has three-digit extensions and another site has four-digit extensions, you should avoid
assigning “overlapping” extension numbers, such as 201 and 2010.
Ensure that the local Park Extension Prefix does not match the first digit of any
extension numbers at a remote site.
Table 7.
Sample Dialing Rules
Site 1: Ext. 201, 202, 203
Site 2: Ext. 204, 205, 206
Site 3: Ext. 207, 208, 209
Pattern: 20[4-6]
Route: Site 2
Pattern: 20[1-3]
Route: Site 1
Pattern: 20[1-3]
Route: Site 1
Pattern: 20[7-9]
Route: Site 3
Pattern: 20[7-9]
Route: Site 3
Pattern: 20[4-6]
Route: Site 2
Calling Remote Extensions using a trunk access code
This option allows you to have duplicate extension numbers across remote sites. Users
must enter a trunk access code to call remote extensions.
This scenario can create complications with calling from the Call Log or Messages screen.
For more information, see “Trunk Access Codes” on page 71.
Table 8.
Sample Dialing Rules
Site 1: Ext. 201, 202, 203
Site 2: Ext. 204, 205, 206
Site 3: Ext. 207, 208, 209
Pattern: !9:!20[4-6]
Route: Site 2
Pattern: !9:!20[1-3]
Route: Site 1
Pattern: !9:!20[1-3]
Route: Site 1
Pattern: !9:!20[7-9]
Route: Site 3
Pattern: !9:!20[7-9]
Route: Site 3
Pattern: !9:!20[4-6]
Route: Site 2
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Calling External Numbers without a trunk access code
To route an external call through the remote site, the Dialing Rule must format the
number according to the local dialing requirements at the remote site. For example, the
rule may not need to include the “1” that is typically used for long distance — a local
number format, such as 503-555-1234, may be sufficient, as shown in Table 9. Note that
long distance calls can still be dialed through the local Gateway by entering
1-503-555-1234, and long-distance charges may apply.
Table 9.
Sample Dialing Rules
Site 1: Ext. 201, 202, 203
Site 2: Ext. 204, 205, 206
Site 3: Ext. 207, 208, 209
Pattern: 971xxxxxxx
Route: Site 2
Pattern: 609xxxxxxx
Route: Site 1
Pattern: 609xxxxxxx
Route: Site 1
Pattern: 503xxxxxxx
Route: Site 3
Pattern: 503xxxxxxx
Route: Site 3
Pattern: 971xxxxxxx
Route: Site 2
Calling External Numbers using a trunk access code
A trunk access code for calling external numbers through a remote site may help users
be aware of which site they are calling. Again, the Dialing Rule must format the number
according to the local dialing requirements at the remote site.
This scenario can create complications with calling from the Call Log or Messages screen.
For more information, see “Trunk Access Codes”.
Table 10.
Sample Dialing Rules
Site 1: Ext. 201, 202, 203
Site 2: Ext. 204, 205, 206
Site 3: Ext. 207, 208, 209
Pattern: !9:!971xxxxxxx
Route: Site 2
Pattern: !9:!609xxxxxxx
Route: Site 1
Pattern: !9:!609xxxxxxx
Route: Site 1
Pattern: !9:!503xxxxxxx
Route: Site 3
Pattern: !9:!503xxxxxxx
Route: Site 3
Pattern: !9:!971xxxxxxx
Route: Site 2
Trunk Access Codes
If external numbers and Remote Site/SIP Account numbers use different Trunk Access
Codes, then Deskset users may have difficulty reaching the intended number when
making calls from the Call Log or Messages screen. You may need to create additional
Dialing Rules to complement the Call Log/Messages Prefix.
For example, assume the PSTN Gateway Trunk Access Code is 9, the SIP Account Access
Code is 8, and the Call Log/Messages Prefix is 9. Extensions at the remote site begin with
3 (300, 301, and so on). In this configuration, when users try to call a Remote Extension
from the Call Log or Messages list, the Call Log/Message Prefix will add a 9 to the
extension number. The call will be routed through the PSTN Gateway and will not reach
the remote site. To fix this, you should create a Dialing Rule, such as “!9:!3xx” as well as
“!8:!3xx” to ensure that all Remote Extension numbers are routed through the Remote
Site SIP Account regardless of which Access Code is being used.
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To set the Dial Plan in Call Appearance mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Dial Plan Settings. The Dial Plan Settings
page appears.
2.
Select the Number of Digits for all extension numbers.
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When changing an existing system from 3-digit to 4-digit extensions or from
4-digit to 3-digit extensions, the system automatically attempts to convert
all existing extensions. This process takes up to two minutes, depending on
how many extensions you have. All errors or extension number
discrepancies are reported on the WebUI page. A table of all changed
extension numbers appears when the process is complete.
3.
Select the Default Phone Extension Prefix to be the initial digit used for
automatically assigned extension numbers. For example, if set to 3, and you have
existing extensions 2000 and 2001, the next automatically assigned extension
numbers will increment beginning with 3000. The Default Phone Extension Prefix
should not match any number required for external line access, if you enable one in
your dialing rules (using a pattern such as !9:![2-9]xxxxxxxxx, for example).
You can still manually assign an extension with a different prefix number. See
“Change an Extension Number” on page 150.
If you assign an extension number whose first digit is the same as an Auto
Attendant menu dial key, callers will be unable to dial that extension. Instead,
they will be connected to that Auto Attendant menu action. See “Configuring
the Auto Attendant” on page 42.
4.
Select the Park Extension Prefix to be the initial digit used for parked calls. For
example, if set to 8, the park extension range would be from 800 to 899. The Park
Extension Prefix should not match any number required for external line access, if
you enable one in your dialing rules (using a pattern such as !9:![2-9]xxxxxxxxx, for
example).
If you don’t require a number for external line access, ensure that the Park
Extension Prefix does not conflict with the first digit needed to dial long-distance
calls. For example, if the Park Extension Prefix is 1, then a PSTN call beginning
“1-60” is not completed because the system instead looks for a parked call at
extension 160.
5.
Set the Default Routing Priority. By default, all trunks in the system are included
in the priority list. You can:

exclude a trunk by selecting it, then clicking < Remove. You may want to
exclude a trunk if it is being used for a fax line or a door phone line, for example.

move a trunk up or down the priority list by selecting it, then clicking
 or .
6.
Set the Call Log/Messages Prefix according to your Dialing Rules. You can enter
a maximum of eight digits using only the characters 0–9, #, *, or P. Leave the field
blank if the Dialing Rules do not use a number for external line access.
7.
Enter or modify Dialing Rule patterns. For more information, see “About Dialing
Rules” on page 65.
8.
Select a Route for each Dialing Rule pattern as required. The list of routes includes
all available trunks in the system, as well as the Default Routing Priority.
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Ensure that you are aware of which trunks, if any, are reserved. If you select
a reserved trunk for a Dialing Rule, only the reserved extension can make a
call using that Dialing Rule. All other extensions will display an error
message when users dial numbers that match that Dialing Rule. See “Trunk
Reservation (Outgoing Calls)” on page 106.
The top pattern is reserved for emergency calls. The Route box only contains
one option: Emergency. 911 does not use the Default Routing Priority.
Instead, emergency calls are routed according to the following priority:
1. T1 Gateway —> 2. PSTN Gateway —> 3. SIP Gateway (Account 1)
You can change the Dialing Rules for emergency calls by editing the default
pattern. However, use caution when changing these rules, because Desksets
may not be able to make emergency calls if these settings are configured
incorrectly.
9.
Click
to save these settings or click
the changes.
to refresh the page without saving
10. If you installed any Desksets before applying the Dial Plan settings in the WebUI, and
if you changed the Default Phone Extension Prefix, individually change those
Desksets’ extension numbers. See “Change an Extension Number” on page 150.
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To set the Dial Plan in Line Appearance mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Dial Plan Settings. The Dial Plan Settings
page appears.
2.
Select the Number of Digits for all of your extension numbers.
When changing an existing system from 3-digit to 4-digit extensions or from
4-digit to 3-digit extensions, the system automatically attempts to convert
all existing extensions. This process takes up to two minutes, depending on
how many extensions you have. All errors or extension number
discrepancies are reported on the WebUI page. A table of all changed
extension numbers appears when the process is complete.
3.
Select the Default Phone Extension Prefix to be the initial digit used for
automatically assigned extension numbers. For example, if set to 3, and you have
existing extensions 2000 and 2001, the next automatically assigned extension
numbers will increment beginning with 3000.
You can still manually assign an extension with a different prefix number. See
“Change an Extension Number” on page 150.
4.
Click
to save these settings or click
the changes.
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Reconfiguring an Existing System
Considerations

Ensure that the first digit of any extensions does not match one of the Auto
Attendant commands. If Direct Dial has been enabled in an Auto Attendant menu,
and a menu action key matches the new Extension Prefix, the Direct Dial will not
work, because the Auto Attendant command occurs before the extension number
can be dialed.

Ensure that the first digit of any extensions does not match the park extension
prefix.

If a number for external line access is not required and not defined in the dialing
rules, ensure that the first digits of the Extension Prefix and the Park Extension
Prefix do not match the first digits of phone numbers that might be dialed from
your location.

AT&T strongly recommends setting up the desired number of digits for
extensions before all the Desksets are installed. Doing so enables the correct
auto-assignment of extension numbers as each additional Deskset is installed.
Changing the number of extension digits after installing all the Desksets may
result in Desksets being assigned undesired extension numbers. The last three
digits of previous extension numbers may not be preserved.

If the Dial Plan Settings are changed when Desksets are already connected, a
warning message appears and the Synapse system does not change any existing
extension numbers. Manually change any existing extension numbers.

If the Extension Prefix is changed, the Synapse system applies the new prefix
to extension numbers for newly connected Desksets. Desksets already connected
keep their current extension numbers. The Administrator can manually adjust any
extension numbers.

If the Park Extension Prefix is changed to a value currently being used by a
Deskset, the extension number in conflict remains assigned to the Deskset and
will not be used for Parked calls.

If a number for external line access is no longer defined in the dialing rules and
any x11 extensions already exist (such as 411 or 611), then the extensions take
precedence. Dialing 411 calls extension 411, not the 411 directory service.

Changing an extension number, even if it was related to a DID number, does not
automatically change the DID number.

When changing an existing system from 3-digit to 4-digit extensions or from
4-digit to 3-digit extensions, the system automatically attempts to convert all
existing extensions. This process takes up to two minutes, depending on how
many extensions you have. All errors or extension number discrepancies are
reported on the WebUI page. A table of all changed extension numbers appears
when the process is complete.
Results
The Synapse system does not allow 911 to be assigned as an extension so that
emergency calls can still be dialed.
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Direct Inward Dial
Direct Inward Dial settings are only available when the Synapse system includes
a T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway.
Direct Inward Dial (DID) allows outside callers to bypass the Call Queue, Auto Attendant,
or Operator by using DID telephone numbers. The T1 Gateway and SIP Gateway use the
DID data from your Telephone Service Provider to automatically route incoming calls. You
can assign unique DID numbers to specific Desksets and other destinations.
You can configure Direct Inward Dial on two WebUI pages: Direct Inward Dial
Configuration and DID Assignments.
DID Configuration
On the Direct Inward Dial Configuration page, you can add DID numbers and ranges
for the Synapse system to use. The DID numbers are provided by your Telephone Service
Provider.
You can also enable the system to automatically assign DIDs to new extensions. When
enabled, newly added Desksets are assigned the lowest available Extension and lowest
matching DID number in the first range entered. The Extension number will match the
last three or four digits of the DID number, depending on how you have configured the
dial plan. For example, a new Deskset will be assigned Ext. 203 and DID number
232-555-5203 if those are the first numbers available.
When all DID numbers in the first range are assigned, the system assigns the
lowest DID number of the second range, and so on. To avoid unexpected results,
ensure that you enter DID ranges in ascending order. For example,
232-555-5200 – 232-555-5210, 232-555-5215 – 232-555-5220, 
232-555-5225 – 232-555-5230, and so on.
If there are no available extension numbers with corresponding DID numbers, the new
extension is created with no DID number. For example, if a new Deskset was connected
under the following conditions, the new Deskset would be assigned extension 204 and
no DID number.
Current Extensions: 201–203 taken, 204 and up available
Current DIDs: 232-555-5201 available
232-555-5202 available
232-555-5203 taken
You can also manually assign DID numbers. See “DID Assignments” on page 79.
If automatic assignment is enabled, FXS extensions on a connected ATA are also included
unless the FXS port has been assigned to an Overhead Paging System (OHP).
DID numbers are not retroactively assigned to Desksets or ATAs already present
in the system. If possible, set this feature up before connecting the Desksets.
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To set up Direct Inward Dial numbers:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Direct Inward Dial. The Direct Inward Dial
Configuration page appears.
2.
Choose to Enable or Disable automatically assigning DIDs to new extensions.
3.
Select the Outgoing Caller ID for all Extensions. The outgoing caller ID is the
Synapse user’s name and phone number that appears on the destination telephone
if it is set up to receive and display the information.
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Select Per Extension (local setting) to have each extension send either the DID
or System Pilot Number for the caller ID number. To set the phone number that the
extension sends, see “Extension Basic Settings” on page 112.
Select System Pilot Number (global setting) to have every extension send the
System Pilot Number for the caller ID number.
4.
Enter the System Pilot Number. The System Pilot Number is usually the company’s
main telephone number.
5.
Enter the DID range into the boxes beneath Add Direct Inward Dial Range. Click
to enter the phone number range into the Current DID Ranges list. These
ranges describe the DID numbers that your service provider assigned to you. The
system cannot check whether you have subscribed to these DID numbers, but it
checks that all numbers are ten digits long, with no spaces or hyphens, and that there
are no more than 200 DID numbers.
To add only one DID number, enter it into both range fields.
You can define up to 50 ranges.
If you assign Direct Inward Dial numbers with the first digit of any extension
that overlaps an Auto Attendant menu numeric key value, callers will be
unable to dial those extensions. Instead, they will be connected to that Auto
Attendant menu action. See “Configuring the Auto Attendant” on page 42.
6.
Optional: To delete DID number ranges, select the DID number range in the Current
DID Ranges list and click
.
7.
When you are done, click
to save these settings or click
page without saving the changes.
to refresh the
DID Assignments
The DID Assignments page displays all DID numbers and their assignments. You can
route DID numbers to the following destinations (if available):

Auto Attendants

Call Queue

Ring Groups

Group Mailboxes

System Directory numbers

Extensions (including the Operator extension and ATA FXS port extensions)

Personal Voicemails.
If you did not enable automatic assignment (see “DID Configuration” on page 77), you
must manually assign DID numbers.
If you are reconfiguring an existing system, see “Reconfiguring an Existing System” on
page 76.
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To manually assign Direct Inward Dial numbers:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Direct Inward Dial, and then DID
Assignments. The Direct Inward Dial Assignments page appears.
2.
In the Destination column, select a destination for each DID number. You can select
the same destination for several DID numbers.
DID Numbers that do not have a destination assigned show Default Menu as the
destination. This destination is the Default Auto Attendant Menu.
3.
Sort the fields in the Direct Inward Dial Assignments table as desired. Clicking
the title above each column changes which column the information is sorted by. Click
the column title again to change between ascending and descending order.
4.
When you are done, click
to save these settings or click
page without saving the changes.
to refresh the
Fax Configuration (Requires ATA)
A fax machine can be connected to one of the FXS ports on an ATA, as shown in Figure 3.
Incoming fax transmissions are routed from the Gateway over your LAN and through the
ATA to your fax machine. Similarly, faxes travel from your fax machine through the ATA
and over the LAN to the Gateway for transmission to the far-end fax machine.
Figure 3. Fax Machine Connected to FXS Port
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You must select a PSTN Gateway line or a DID number as your fax line. Selecting a PSTN
line is done in Fax Configuration in the WebUI. To select a DID number for incoming
faxes, see “DID Assignments” on page 79.
If the fax machine has an integrated telephone, you cannot use that telephone for
incoming or outgoing phone calls.
Fax Caller ID for Direct Inward Dial Numbers
T1 Gateway, 
SIP Gateway
After you assign a DID number for your fax line, incoming faxes will use the assigned DID
number. However, your outgoing faxes will use a PSTN line first (if a PSTN Gateway is
installed), and then, if a PSTN line is not available, follow the Dialing Rules for the
outbound number. The caller ID for the fax may not match its assigned DID number.
Anyone receiving your faxes may not see the correct fax number with which to reply to
your fax.
You can configure the system to ensure that faxes are transmitted with caller ID
information matching the specific DID number for your fax.
Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service from your
local telephone service provider for this feature to work.
Both you and your caller’s telephone companies must use caller ID-compatible
equipment.
To configure DID caller ID for outgoing faxes:
1.
On the Direct Inward Dial Configuration page, select Per Extension for the
Outgoing Caller ID for all Extensions. See “DID Configuration” on page 77.
2.
On the ATA Settings page, for the FXS port assigned as Fax, select DID for the
Outgoing Caller ID. See “Configuring ATA FXS Ports” on page 131.
Fax Transmission Modes
The ATA supports two modes for fax transmission: G.711 and T.38.

G.711 is a pass-through method that is the older, simpler fax protocol. G.711
mode provides the best compatibility with most fax machines and therefore is
the default mode.

T.38 is the standard protocol for faxing over IP networks and is more resistant to
network impairments. However, users will not hear Call Progress Tones (CPT)
such as ringback and busy signals. Fax machine compatibility issues are common.
T.38 is not available if the fax telephone number is through the T1 Gateway or
SIP Gateway.
The best mode for your installation depends on both your fax machine and your
telephone line.
For more information about fax installation, see the Synapse Installation Guide at
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides. To troubleshoot fax
operation, see “Fax Configuration” on page 211.
Use the WebUI to specify the Gateway and PSTN line being used as the fax line.
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To configure the fax settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Fax Configuration. The Fax Configuration
page appears, showing the current ATA FXS Port settings.
2.
Enable or Disable the fax. When disabled, any FXS ports that you previously
assigned for Fax get reassigned to Voice after you click
. Incoming fax calls
are directed like any other incoming calls, but faxes cannot be received.
Disabling the fax later does not release any DID numbers assigned to Fax. The
DID numbers remain assigned to the FXS port, but as Voice instead. However,
enabling an Overhead Paging System (OHP) on the FXS port does release DID
numbers assigned to that port.
PSTN Gateway
3.
Select the PSTN Fax Mode: G.711 or T.38.
The Fax default setting is G.711. When a PSTN Gateway is connected, if the fax fails
to work in G.711 mode, switch to T.38.
4.
Select the Fax Destination from the list. This is the ATA FXS port to which the fax
machine is connected, for example, ATA (200, 201): FXS 1. All ATAs in the system
appear in the Fax Destination list.
If you select a new FXS port later, the associated PSTN Gateway line is retained,
but DID numbers remain with the previous FXS port. For example, when
switching from FXS1 to FXS2, DID numbers remain assigned to FXS1 (but as a
voice port, not Fax).
PSTN Gateway
5.
Select the PSTN Gateway Fax Line from the list. This is the PSTN Gateway line to
be used for fax communications. If no PSTN Gateway is connected, the setting cannot
be changed from None.
6.
Click
System Configuration
to save these settings.
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Configuring Group Mailboxes (Requires ATA)
If your system includes one or more ATAs, Group Mailboxes enable general delivery of
Voicemail messages to a group of people within an organization. Assign extensions as
subscribers to Group Mailboxes as needed. Extensions can be assigned to one or more
Group Mailboxes. Only subscribers can access and manage messages stored in Group
Mailboxes.
All Group Mailbox messages are stored on the ATA. Up to ten Group Mailboxes on each
ATA can be created through the WebUI.
Each ATA supports a maximum of 32 simultaneous sessions. A session could consist of
a subscriber accessing a Group Mailbox at a Deskset or an outside caller leaving a
message.
Group Mailbox Quotas
Each ATA provides 180 minutes of Group Mailbox recording time. This time can be flexibly
shared among the mailboxes, or a quota can be set for each mailbox. A mailbox quota is
the maximum amount of time that a mailbox is allocated. However, the quota does not
reserve the time. If the Sales mailbox has a 60-minute quota that is enabled and the
Accounts mailbox quota is disabled, it is possible that Accounts could take up all 180
minutes of record time, leaving Sales with none.
The quotas can be set up to total more than 180 minutes and each mailbox quota can
be enabled or disabled. If the quotas are all enabled and the total time does not exceed
180 minutes, then each mailbox quota becomes reserved space.
When a quota or the Group Mailbox is full, callers are told that Voicemail is full.
See “Creating a Group Mailbox” on page 85.
Virtual Extensions for Group Mailboxes
You can assign a “virtual” extension number to a Group Mailbox. The Group Mailbox can
then be accessed independently of a Deskset. Calls can reach the virtual extension from
the Auto Attendant, direct dialing from a Deskset, from the Deskset Extension list (using
the ExtList soft key), or the Deskset Directory.
You can also assign the Group Mailbox virtual extension as an Auto Attendant
destination, a Trunk Routing destination, or a Direct Inward Dial destination.
Users can access the Group Mailbox remotely and listen to messages through the Auto
Attendant by dialing the virtual extension number, then pressing **, as they would for
voicemail at their own extension. You can enable or disable remote access, and protect
the Group Mailbox with a password.
It is not necessary to assign subscribers to a Group Mailbox that has a virtual extension
number. However, if you require someone to monitor the message count and manage
messages from their Deskset, you can add one or more subscribers to the Group Mailbox.
Virtual Extensions are not supported in Line Appearance mode.
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Viewing Group Mailboxes
To view Group Mailbox settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Group Mailbox. The Group Mailbox Summary
page appears. The list is initially empty.
The Group Mailbox Summary page shows an alphabetical list of Group Mailboxes
on each ATA, along with each Mailbox’s available recording time and Virtual
Extension (if assigned).
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Creating a Group Mailbox
To create a Group Mailbox:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Group Mailbox to display the Group Mailbox
Summary.
2.
Click
3.
Select the ATA that will host the new Group Mailbox.
to create a new Group Mailbox.
The Create Group Mailbox page appears.
4.
Enter an appropriate Name for the new Group Mailbox.
5.
Enter a Virtual Extension number if desired.
6.
Enable or Disable Remote Access. When Enabled, outside callers can access the
mailbox (and listen to messages) through the Auto Attendant if the Group Mailbox is
set as an Auto Attendant destination, a Trunk Routing destination, or a Direct Inward
Dial destination.
7.
Set a Remote Access Password. If Remote Access is enabled, you can protect the
mailbox with a password of up to six digits.
8.
Select the Greeting. The preset greeting is “Please leave a message after the tone”.
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If you want to record your own greeting up to 60 seconds in length, select Alternate,
then click
. The Group Mailbox Alternate Greeting page
appears. Follow the instructions on that page. For more information, see “Recording
Voice Prompts and Greetings” on page 41.
9.
Set a Quota. Click Enabled or Disabled. If enabled, specify the Minutes (0 through
180) for this mailbox.
If you set the Quota to 5 minutes or less, <5 Min [030/031] or
[020/025] constantly appears on the Deskset screen.
10. Assign Subscribers.
Select one or more extensions that you want in this Group Mailbox from the
Available Extensions list and click
.
OR
Select one or more extensions to remove from this Group Mailbox from the Mailbox
Subscribers list and click
.
11. Click
to save these settings or click
without saving the changes.
to return to the previous page
The new Group Mailbox appears on each subscribed Deskset when users access their
messages.
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Editing or Deleting a Group Mailbox
When you delete a Group Mailbox, all messages are removed and the memory can be
used by other mailboxes. If any Desksets have set their Call Forward or Call Forward–No
Answer (CFNA) targets set to the deleted mailbox, the setting reverts to the Personal
mailbox.
To edit or delete a Group Mailbox:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Group Mailbox to display the Group Mailbox
Summary.
2.
If you want to edit a Group Mailbox, click the
Edit Group Mailbox page appears.
button for that mailbox. The
OR
If you want to delete a Group Mailbox, click the
button for that mailbox,
then click
on the Edit Group Mailbox page.

3.
If the deleted mailbox was an Auto Attendant menu destination, the destination
field reverts to None. See“Auto Attendant Menu Choices” on page 51. If the
deleted mailbox was a Ring Group CFNA target, the target field reverts to Off.
See “Setting Call Forward All and Call Fwd–NA (No Answer)” on page 11.
Click
to save your settings or click
without saving the changes.
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Configuring Hold/Park Settings and Music on Hold
You can create a hold announcement for callers to hear when they are on hold or on a
parked call. The default is silence.
If you have an optional ATA installed, you can also play music on hold (MoH) with or
without a hold announcement. If there is a hold announcement, the music is periodically
interrupted to play the announcement.
In Call Appearance mode, you can configure settings for both held and parked calls. In
Line Appearance mode, you can configure settings for held calls only.
For ATA installation instructions, see the Synapse Installation Guide at 
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
The hold announcement and MoH do not play when placing a conference on
hold, or if one of the parties drops out of the conference.
To configure Hold/Park Settings in Call Appearance mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Hold/Park Settings. The Hold/Park Settings
page appears.
2.
Change the Park Ringback delay, if desired. When a Deskset user parks a call, the
Deskset rings back if the call is still parked after the delay has expired.
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3.
Change the Hold Ringback delay, if desired. When a Deskset user puts a call on
hold, after the delay has expired, the Deskset sends a reminder tone every 30
seconds to alert the user that the call is still on hold.
4.
If you have an ATA installed, complete the Hold Music section:
5.

Enable or Disable Music On Hold.

Select the desired ATA AUX IN port to be used, for example ATA (200, 201):
AUX IN. All ATAs in the system appear in the list.
If you want a hold announcement, complete the Hold Announcement section:

Enable Hold Announcement.

If you are combining the announcement with Music on Hold, enter the amount
of delay before playing the announcement and the delay before the
announcement repeats. Your message will periodically interrupt the music and
play.
To play, record, or delete the announcement, click

.
Follow the instructions on the Hold Announcement page to record a prompt.
For more information, see “Recording Voice Prompts and Greetings” on page 41.
OR
Click
to delete the announcement.
6.
On the Hold/Park Settings page, click
to save these settings or click
to return to the previous page without saving the changes.
7.
If Music on Hold is enabled, test the audio quality. Call an extension from an outside
telephone. At the extension, place the call on hold. At the outside telephone, listen
to the hold music as you or someone else adjusts the volume.

Set the MoH output volume level by adjusting the playback volume of the music
source device connected to the ATA. You may need to set the volume near the
maximum.

Some MoH sources without volume controls, such as those with audio-out jacks,
are usually very loud and might be too loud.

Synapse limits the volume of the sound delivered to the phone line. Because of
this, there may be audio clipping (missing sounds) for some sources.

Some forms of music do not play well over a telephone line.
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To configure Hold Settings in Line Appearance mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Hold Settings. The Hold Settings page
appears.
2.
Change the Hold Ringback delay, if desired. When a Deskset user puts a call on
hold, the Deskset begins to ring back after the delay to alert the user that the call is
still on hold.
3.
Select the Ringback Tone to set how the Deskset rings after the Hold Ringback
delay time has expired. If you select Two short rings, the Deskset rings twice every
30 seconds. If you select Continuous ringing, the Deskset rings as it would for an
incoming call.
If the Deskset ringer is turned off, the Deskset rings back audibly with the
Two short rings ringback tone. This applies even if Continuous ringing
was selected. The Continuous ringing setting only applies when the
Deskset ringer is turned on.
4.
5.
If you have an ATA installed, complete the Hold Music section:

Enable or Disable Music On Hold.

Select the desired ATA AUX IN port to be used, for example ATA (200, 201):
AUX IN. All ATAs in the system appear in the list.
If you want a hold announcement, complete the Hold Announcement section:

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Enable Hold Announcement.
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If you are combining the announcement with Music on Hold, enter the amount
of delay before playing the announcement and the delay before the
announcement repeats. Your message will periodically interrupt the music and
play.
To play, record, or delete the announcement, click

.
Follow the instructions on the Hold Announcement page to record a prompt.
For more information, see “Recording Voice Prompts and Greetings” on page 41.
OR
Click
to delete the announcement.
6.
On the Hold/Park Settings page, click
to save these settings or click
to return to the previous page without saving the changes.
7.
If Music on Hold is enabled, test the audio quality. Call an extension from an outside
telephone. At the extension, place the call on hold. At the outside telephone, listen
to the hold music as you or someone else adjusts the volume.

Set the MoH output volume level by adjusting the playback volume of the music
source device connected to the ATA. You may need to set the volume near the
maximum.

Some MoH sources without volume controls, such as those with audio-out jacks,
are usually very loud and might be too loud.

Synapse limits the volume of the sound delivered to the phone line. Because of
this, there may be audio clipping (missing sounds) for some sources.

Some forms of music do not play well over a telephone line.
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Configuring Line Appearance
If you have set Appearance Mode to Line Appearance on the System Basic Settings
page, you can set the Call Forward–No Answer settings for each PSTN Gateway line. For
more information about Line Appearance, see “About Appearance Modes” on page 36.
To configure line appearance:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Line Appearance. The Line Appearance page
appears.
2.
Select a line. The lines are listed according to their Trunk Names. See “Trunk Naming”
on page 105.
3.
Select a Call Forward–No Answer Target for the line.

Off. The line rings until the call is answered or the caller hangs up.

Voicemail.

Extension.

Outside Phone Number. After selecting this, enter a telephone number.
You do not need to enter hyphens or format the number in any way. For
example, 2325550176 will work fine.

Auto Attendant.
4.
Select the Seconds before Forwarding, from 0 to 45 seconds.
5.
Click
to save the setting. The new setting appears in the CFNA Destination
column at top. To configure another PSTN line, return to step 2.
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Overhead Paging Overview (ATA Required)
There are two types of overhead paging (OHP) systems that work with the Synapse
system: single-zone systems and multi-zone systems. You may need to adjust paging
settings in the WebUI to make your OHP system work with Synapse. Refer to your OHP
system’s product documentation for installation and configuration instructions.
Single-Zone Paging
Single-zone paging means that all speakers connected to the OHP system are activated
together (that is, they are in the same zone).
Desksets and single-zone OHPs can be included in the same zone. In the case of a
single-zone OHP connected to the ATA FXS port, the paging system and the Desksets
generate different paging tones.
You can specify a paging delay to compensate for the fixed delay introduced by the OHP
system. This delay ensures that the paging tones are played simultaneously on both
Desksets and on the OHP system. See “Single-Zone Overhead Paging Delay” on page 96.
When set, the paging delay applies to every paging zone, even if the OHP is not part of
the chosen paging zone. In systems where multiple ATAs and single-zone paging systems
are installed, the paging delay applies to every ATA.
Multi-Zone Paging
Multi-zone paging broadcasts to speakers grouped into separate zones. Since the
multi-zone OHP systems require zone selection, they cannot be combined into one zone
together with Synapse Desksets.
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Setting Up Overhead Paging
To set up external overhead paging:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Overhead Paging. The Overhead Paging
Configuration page appears, showing the Overhead Paging Summary table.
2.
Select the ATA for which you want to configure overhead paging. The ATA
Configuration Summary table appears.
3.
Enable or Disable the overhead Paging.
4.
Select the Paging System Type.
5.
Select the Paging Port. This is the FXS port or AUX OUT jack into which the OHP is
connected.
6.
If you have a single-zone system connected to an FXS port, select the Global Paging
Delay. See “Single-Zone Overhead Paging Delay” on page 96.
If multiple ATAs and single-zone paging systems are installed, the Global
Paging Delay applies to every single-zone paging system.
If you have a multi-zone system, ignore this setting.
7.
Click
to save these settings or click
without saving the changes.
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Single-Zone Overhead Paging
A single-zone overhead paging system issues a one-way broadcast to all overhead
speakers. These speakers cannot be grouped into separate zones. A single OHP can be
connected to either the AUX OUT jack or an FXS port. Single-zone OHP is automatically
included when you page all extensions.
To create a single overhead paging zone:
1.
Follow the instructions in “Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging Zones” on page 98
to either Create New Paging Zone, or View/Edit an existing Paging Zone.
2.
Select Overhead Page from the Available Members list and click
3.
Click
to save these settings or click
without saving the changes.
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Single-Zone Overhead Paging Delay
When attached to an FXS port, single-zone overhead paging may require the page tone
to be delayed. If this delay is too short, the beginning of the page heard through the OHP
speakers may be cut off. You or the system installer need to experiment to find the
correct delay for the system. Set the delay in the WebUI. See “Setting Up Overhead
Paging” on page 94.
The delay starts after the user presses
Deskset, as shown in Figure 4.
Start
[030/031] or SELECT [020/025] on the
Paging Zones
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
All Extensions
Accounts
Design
Documentation
Management
Warehouse
Use
or
to scroll then press
SELECT or press digit.
Quick
Dial
Start
Figure 4. Paging Zones Including Single Overhead Zone
Once the delay ends, the page tone sounds and the display switches to the Page screen,
as shown in Figure 5.
Page
Paging Warehouse
Press
EndPage when done.
EndPage
Figure 5. Page to a Single Overhead Zone
When OHP is enabled, the delay is used even if a single Overhead Paging zone
is not included in the page (that is, when there are only Desksets in the paging
zone).
On the Deskset, the All Extensions option in the Paging Zones selection screen
includes the single Overhead Paging zone automatically.
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Multi-Zone Overhead Paging
Unlike single-zone paging, multi-zone paging requires user input. In a multi-zone system,
overhead speakers are grouped into zones. Each zone is assigned a number. The user
pages the zone by starting a page and then entering the zone number (the exact method
may vary depending on the third-party OHP system being used). Refer to your OHP
system’s product documentation for installation and configuration instructions.
Because the multi-zone OHP requires the OHP to signal the user to begin speaking, it
must be connected to an FXS port and will not work if connected to the AUX OUT jack.
Unlike single-zone paging, multi-zone paging systems cannot be included in the Synapse
paging zones described in “Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging Zones” on page 98.
A multi-zone page will, however, automatically appear at the bottom of the list of paging
zones on the Deskset Paging Zones screen, as shown in Figure 6.
Paging Zones
1. All Extensions
2. Accounts
3.
4.
5. Management
6. Lobby
7.
Quick
Dial
Use
or
to scroll then press
SELECT or press digit.
Start
Figure 6. Paging Zones Including Overhead Paging
When users select overhead paging, the Overhead Page screen shown in Figure 7
appears.
Page
Overhead Page
You may be required to enter additional
digits before paging can begin.
Press EndPage when done.
EndPage
Figure 7. Overhead Page
Note that the third-party paging system uses its own tones, so there is no local
Deskset paging tone accompanying this screen.
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Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging Zones
Use paging zones to set up extensions that can be paged as a group. For example, all
extensions in the sales department could be defined as a paging zone. Any Deskset user
can initiate a page to all extensions or only to the members of a paging zone. You can
configure up to seven paging zones, each with one or more members. You can place
every extension in a paging zone.
To create a paging zone:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Paging Zones. The Paging Zones Summary
page appears.
2.
Click
page appears.
3.
Enter an appropriate Paging Zone Name.
4.
Select one or more extensions that you want in this paging zone from the Available
Members list and click
.
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Select one or more extensions to remove from this paging zone from the Paging
Zone Members list and click
.
5.
Click
to save these settings or click
without saving the changes.
to return to the previous page
The new paging zone appears on each Deskset when the user presses the
soft key.
Page
Single-zone overhead paging speakers can be included in a paging zone. Select
Overhead Page from the Available Members list and click
.
Multi-zone overhead paging speakers cannot be included in a paging zone.
To edit or delete a paging zone:
1.
On the Paging Zones Summary page, click the
button for the paging
zone you want to edit or delete. The Edit Paging Zone page appears.
2.
Select one or more extensions that you want in this paging zone from the Available
Members list and click
.
OR
Select one or more extensions to remove from this paging zone from the Paging
Zone Members list and click
.
OR
Click
3.
to delete this paging zone.
Click
to save these settings or click
without saving the changes.
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Configuring Ring Groups
Extensions can be grouped together to form up to 10 Ring Groups. For example, all
extensions in the sales department can be defined as a “Sales” Ring Group. All extensions
at your location can be in a “Ring All” group. Incoming calls can reach a particular Ring
Group through the Auto Attendant. When the Auto Attendant is off, you can have all
incoming calls go to a Ring Group.
See “Auto Attendant Menu Choices” on page 51 for information on using Ring Groups in
the Auto Attendant.
Use the WebUI to configure the Ring Group so when the call is forwarded, all extensions
assigned to the group ring at the same time (All Ring), or in sequence (Linear), or in
sequence from the last-called extension (Round Robin). Ring Groups can be called hunt
groups when the extensions ring sequentially.
In order for Round-Robin Ring Group distribution to work correctly, the time and date
must be synchronized on all devices. See “System Basic Settings” on page 36 for
information on time and date configuration.
In Line Appearance mode, only the All Ring setting applies. The Type option
does not appear on the Create Ring Group page.
If you create a Ring Group in Call Appearance mode with either the Linear or
Round Robin Ring Types, then the Type will revert to All Ring if you put the
system in Line Appearance mode.
You can configure unanswered Ring Group calls to be forwarded to an extension, Group
Mailbox, personal voicemail, outside phone number, Auto Attendant, or another Ring
Group.
An extension can be in more than one Ring Group. In Line Appearance mode, if a Deskset
in a Ring Group is not assigned the line that an incoming Ring Group call is on, the call
will ring the Deskset’s Intercom line.
Internal callers cannot call Ring Groups.
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To create, edit, or delete a Ring Group:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click System Settings, then Ring Groups. The Ring
Groups Summary page appears.
2.
Click
to create a new Ring Group. The Create Ring Group
page appears. For a new Ring Group, enter an appropriate Ring Group Name.
OR
To view or edit a Ring Group, click
. The Edit Ring Group page appears.
OR
To delete this Ring Group, click
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Before you delete a Ring Group, delete references to the Ring Group in the Auto
Attendant. See “Auto Attendant Menu Choices” on page 51.
Call Appearance 3.
mode
Select the Type of Ring Group.

All Ring: All available Desksets in the Ring Group ring simultaneously for the
amount of time set for the Ring Time. The call is then forwarded to the Ring
Group Call Forward–No Answer (CFNA) target.

Linear: The lowest numbered extension in the group rings for the amount of time
set in the Ring Time. If this Deskset does not answer, the next Deskset in
numerical order rings, and so on until all Desksets have been rung. If the last
Deskset does not answer, the call is forwarded to the Ring Group CFNA target.

Round Robin: The extension that has the next higher extension number after
the last-called extension rings. If this Deskset does not answer, the next Deskset
in numerical order rings. This continues until all Desksets have been rung. If the
last Deskset does not answer, the call is forwarded to the Ring Group CFNA
target.
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4.
Select the Ring Time. The Ring Time determines how long the extensions ring in All
Ring mode, or how long each extension rings before moving on to the next
extension in Linear or Round Robin mode.
Call Appearance 5.
mode
Select if All Extensions or Idle Extensions Only (Desksets being used are skipped)
will ring.
6.
7.
Select the Call Forward–No Answer (CFNA) Target destination. When no one in a
Ring Group answers a call, the call is sent to the selected Target, as listed below:

Off. Let the Ring Group ring until the call is answered or the caller hangs up.

Voicemail. Forward the call to a Group Mailbox or Personal Mailbox.

Extension.

Outside Phone Number. This number must include a number for external line
access if your dial plan requires it. You do not need to enter hyphens or format
the number in any way. For example, 2325550176 will work fine.

Auto Attendant. Forward the call to the selected Auto Attendant main menu.

Ring Group.
Select the Ring Group Members from the Available Extensions list. Analog
phones connected to the ATA can be members of Ring Groups.
Click to highlight extensions you want to add, and then click
.
OR
Click to highlight extensions you want to remove, and then click
8.
Click
to save these settings or click
without saving the changes.
to return to the previous page
The new Ring Group appears on the Ring Groups Summary page.
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System Directory
Create a list of up to 100 phone numbers (referred to as the System list on the Deskset)
that people at your business frequently call. These numbers are available to all of the
extensions.
To set up the System Directory:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click System Directory. The System Directory List
page appears.
2.
Click
3.
Complete the Add System Directory List Entry page with the information
indicated.
.
Ensure that you enter a number for external line access if your dial plan requires it
for an outside call.
4.
Click
added.
to save the entry. The System Directory menu appears with the entry
OR
Click
to return to the previous page without saving the changes.
To edit an entry, click [Edit] to the right of the entry. The Edit System
Directory List Entry page appears with the fields populated with the entry
to be edited.
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Trunk Naming
You can name the system trunks for easier identification. For PSTN Gateways, all four
lines can be named. For the T1 Gateway, there is only one physical trunk, so only that
one trunk can be named regardless of how many slots the T1 trunk supports.
You can name SIP accounts on the SIP Account Settings page. See “SIP Gateway
Settings” on page 134.
Renaming Gateway trunks is recommended for Line Appearance mode and when
reserving trunks. See “Trunk Reservation (Outgoing Calls)” on page 106.
To name a trunk:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Trunk Naming. The Trunk Naming page
appears.
2.
In the Select Trunk to Change list, select a trunk. All PSTN Gateway and T1
Gateway trunks are listed.
3.
Enter the New Trunk Name using up to 16 characters. In Line Appearance mode,
trunk names appear on SB67030/031 Deskset screen. Because of space
requirements on the screen and varying character widths, limiting trunk names to
four to six characters is recommended.
4.
Click
to save the entry. The new Trunk Name appears in the Trunk Naming
summary table.
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Trunk Reservation (Outgoing Calls)
These settings apply to Call Appearance mode only.
You can reserve a PSTN telephone line, T1 channel, or SIP account for an extension, so
that only that extension can use that line, channel or account for outgoing calls. Trunk
reservations apply only to outgoing calls. A user with a reserved trunk will not be able to
make outgoing calls if all lines and channels are busy with incoming calls. If necessary,
911 calls use trunks that are reserved for other extensions.
Trunk reservation limits the number of total outgoing calls possible by other,
non-reserved, extensions or call appearances. Ensure that the trunk reservations
you configure do not negatively affect the line availability of the rest of your
Synapse system.
Dial Plan Considerations
The Synapse Dial Plan settings affect how Trunk Reservation functions. Before
configuring Trunk Reservations, ensure that you have configured Dial Plan settings as
described in this section. See also “Dial Plan Settings” on page 64.
A user can make outgoing calls according to the Deskset trunk reservation if:

the user dials a number matching a Dialing Rule Pattern that uses the Default
Routing Priority as its Route destination. In other words, "Default Routing
Priority" is selected in the Dialing Rule Route drop-down list on the Dial Plan
Settings page. If the reserved trunk is busy or otherwise available, the system
attempts to make the call using the Default Routing Priority.

the reserved trunk appears in the Included Trunks Default Routing Priority box
on the Dial Plan Settings page. If the reserved trunk is in the Excluded Trunks
list, the Trunk Reservation does not apply.
An extension will bypass its Trunk Reservation when a Dialing Rule Pattern uses a
non-default routing destination. For example, if a dialing rule routes the pattern
!9:![01][2-9]xxxxxxxxx through the SIP Gateway, an extension with PSTN Line 1 reserved
will still use the SIP Gateway when the user dials 9-1-503-555-1234.
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To reserve a trunk:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Trunk Reservation. The current Trunk
Reservation list appears.
2.
Select an Extension. All extensions are listed, including FXS ports on the optional
ATA that have been assigned to a telephone or Fax. Only one telephone line/channel
can be reserved for each extension.
3.
Select an available trunk from the Trunk Assigned list. Trunks that are reserved for
other extensions do not appear in the list. The T1 Gateway appears as one trunk in
the list. Selecting T1 reserves one T1 channel for the extension. You can select T1
for as many extensions as there are channels. Your service provider determines the
number of available T1 channels. See “T1 Gateway Settings” on page 143.
The trunk that you assign must appear in the Included Trunks Default
Routing Priority box on the Dial Plan Settings page. See “Dial Plan
Settings” on page 64.
4.
Click
to save the entry or click
saving the changes.
to return to the previous page without
To route an incoming call directly to an extension, see “Direct Inward Dial” on
page 77 (for a T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway) or “Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)”
on page 108 (for a PSTN Gateway).
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Trunk Routing (Incoming Calls)
You can route incoming calls to an extension, Auto Attendant, Call Queue (in Call
Appearance mode), Ring Group, Group Mailbox, System Directory, or Personal Voicemail.
Incoming calls that are routed to an external System Directory number will establish an
outgoing call and use additional system resources.
Call Appearance You can also route calls on the T1 Gateway and SIP Gateway through Direct Inward
mode
Dialing. See “DID Assignments” on page 79. Any destination can have more than one
trunk routed to it.
Trunk Routing settings are not preserved when you change the system
appearance mode. You must reconfigure Trunk Routing for each mode.
To route incoming calls on a trunk:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Trunk Routing. The current Trunk Routing list
appears, showing the Trunk, Destination and Type of destination.
2.
Under Select Trunk, select an available trunk. All PSTN Gateway trunks, T1
Gateways, and SIP Gateway Accounts appear in the list.
3.
Under Route Call to, select a destination.
Routing a trunk already assigned as a fax line to another destination will
cause the incoming call to undergo fax signal detection at the Gateway. If
the call is a fax call, it goes to the fax instead of the Trunk Routing
destination.
4.
Click
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to save the entry.
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Voicemail to Email
The Voicemail to Email feature converts voicemail messages to .WAV files and sends them
to a user’s email account as an attachment. Users can choose to receive an email
notification of a new message without the .WAV attachment. The feature also enables users
to forward messages from their personal voicemail or Group Mailbox to their email account.
Configure global settings for Voicemail to Email on the Voicemail to Email page.
If SMTP Authentication is required by your email server, you must enter the Server address
or host name, username, and password. The feature supports only one SMTP Server.
To configure Voicemail to Email:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Voicemail to Email. The Voicemail to Email
page appears.
2.
Click Yes to enable Voicemail to Email for all Desksets. After enabling Voicemail to
Email, you can edit the local Voicemail to Email settings for individual Desksets on
the Extension Basic Settings page. See “Extension Basic Settings” on page 112.
3.
Enter the Outbound SMTP Server IP address or host name, as supplied by your
email service provider. For example, 10.88.3.45 or smtp.domain.com (where
domain.com is the domain name of your service provider).
4.
Enter the Outbound SMTP Server Port if your SMTP server does not use the default
port setting. Consult your email service provider.
5.
Enter the Outbound SMTP Username.
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6.
Enter the Outbound SMTP Password.
7.
Select the Encryption setting as required by your email service provider. The
Outbound SMTP Server Port changes according your selection.
8.
Enter the “From” Address for Voicemail notification emails. The format should be
[email protected].
9.
Click
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to save the settings.
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Extension Settings
Use the WebUI to configure the following Extension Settings:

“Extension Basic Settings” on page 112

“Call Restriction Settings” on page 115

“Personal Directory” on page 118

“SB67020/025 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on page 120

“SB67030/031 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)” on page 125.
Change extension settings on only one Deskset at a time.
When making configuration changes to a device using the IP address of
another Deskset, ensure that Deskset is not in use or the configuration
changes may fail.
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Extension Basic Settings
You can modify the settings for individual extensions from the Extension Basic
Settings page.
Deskset users have different Extension Settings available when they log on to the
WebUI. They are described in “Web Interface” of the SB67030/031 Deskset and
Accessories User’s Guide and the SB67020/025 Deskset User’s Guide at
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
To set the Extension Basic Settings as the administrator:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Basic Settings. The
Extension Basic Settings page appears.
2.
Select an extension from the Select Extension list to display the current settings
for that extension.
3.
Enter a new Extension Name into the First Name and Last Name fields. Enter up
to 16 characters for each, although only the first 18 characters from the entire name
display on screen.
Extension Name displays the name for the current extension. This name is used on
the Idle screen of the Deskset and in the Auto Attendant Directory. Callers spell the
Extension Name, followed by the pound (#) sign, using their touch-tone phones
when they search for extensions in the Auto Attendant Directory.
T1 Gateway, SIP 4.
Gateway
If the extension has an assigned DID, the Outgoing Caller ID option appears. Select
whether the Outgoing Caller ID is the DID number or the System Pilot Number.
5.
You can enter a new extension number in the range 100–999 or 1000–9999 into the
Change Extension Number to box. The first digit of the extension number need
not match the default extension number first digit.
Ensure that the extension is not in use and do not assign an extension number
with the first digit of any extension that is the same as an Auto Attendant
menu digit key value, as callers will be unable to dial that extension. Instead,
they will be connected to that Auto Attendant menu action. See “Configuring
the Auto Attendant” on page 42.
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Desksets do not lose their assigned extensions even if a Deskset is disconnected
and unplugged. If you want to remove a Deskset from the system, the Deskset
must be deleted using the WebUI. (See “To delete an extension, Gateway, or
ATA:” on page 149.) This ensures that the extension number becomes available
again.
6.
You can select Call Forward/Transfer to Outside Telephone Number to enable
or disable forwarding or transferring of calls to an external number. This function is
enabled by default and uses two outside lines or channels when calls are forwarded.
Disabling this function prohibits the user from setting the Call Forward All target to
Phone #.
7.
To change the Call Forward–No Answer Settings:
a.
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Select the Target for unanswered calls:

Off. The extension rings until the call is answered or the caller hangs up.
Conference room extensions typically have Call Forward–No Answer Settings
set to Off and have their ringers set very low or off.

Voicemail.
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Extension.

Outside Phone Number. This number must include a number for external
line access if your dial plan requires it. You do not need to enter hyphens or
format the number in any way. For example, 2325550176 will work fine.
You cannot use a restricted number as a Call Forward–No Answer
destination. See “Call Restriction Settings” on page 115. An error message
appears if you enter a restricted number and click
.
b.

Auto Attendant.

Ring Group.
Select the number of Seconds before Forwarding.
The Call Forward All settings on each Deskset override Call Forward–No
Answer settings. See “Setting Call Forward All and Call Fwd–NA (No
Answer)” on page 11.
In Line Appearance mode, the extension Call Forward–No Answer settings
apply only to Intercom calls and external calls forwarded from a PSTN line’s
Call Forward–No Answer settings.
Line Appearance 8.
mode
Select the Automatic Off-hook Line Selection. You can configure the extension
to use a PSTN line or an Intercom line when the user goes off hook with the corded
handset, SPEAKER key or HEADSET key.
9.
Select the Auto Answer Delay (in Line Appearance mode, this is the Intercom Auto
Answer delay). You can set the Deskset to automatically answer calls after the delay.
Without touching the Deskset, the Deskset user can speak to and be heard by the
person who called.
Call Appearance 10. Select the Audible Ring Delay. You can delay audible ringing at some Desksets.
mode
Users can also set this delay at their Desksets. Setting the Delay to zero disables this
feature.
11. Set the Hold Ringback Override, if desired. You can set a Hold Ringback delay for
this extension that will override the system-wide Hold Ringback delay you set on the
Hold/Park Settings page. See “Configuring Hold/Park Settings and Music on Hold”
on page 88.
12. Configure the Voicemail to Email Settings.
a.
Click Yes or No to enable or disable Voicemail to Email for this extension.
b.
Enter the user’s Email Address. Audio files and notifications will be sent to this
address.
c.
Click Off or On to disable or enable Auto Delete. When on, messages are
automatically deleted from the extension’s personal mailbox once they are sent
to email as audio files. This setting does not apply to Group Mailboxes.
d.
Select the Current Mode for Voicemail to Email.
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
Email copy (audio attachment)

Email notification (no attachment)

Off.
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The Voicemail to Email Settings are also available to Deskset users when
they log on to the WebUI.
Call Appearance 13. Enable or Disable Extension Status. When enabled, the Deskset displays a call
mode
confirmation screen when calling other extensions that are busy or have Do Not
Disturbed enabled.
14. Under User Password, create or change the Deskset password. The password must
consist of up to 6 digits.
15. Click
to save any changes or click
without saving the changes.
to return to the previous page
Call Restriction Settings
This feature is available in Call Appearance mode only.
You can prohibit certain types of calls from being made from certain extensions on the
Call Restriction Settings page. Each type of call listed on the Call Restriction
Settings page matches a prefix that you defined on the Call Restriction
Configuration page. See “Call Restriction Configuration” on page 62.
If an extension is Call Restricted after you set a restricted number as a Call
Forward All or Call Forward–No Answer destination, the destination reverts to
default (Voicemail).
To restrict calls for an extension:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Call Restriction
Settings. The Call Restriction Settings page appears.
2.
Select an extension to configure.
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3.
Under Restricted Calls, select the types of calls to be restricted for the extension.
You can select each type individually, or click
to select every type.
4.
Under Accepted Calls, select the numbers that are excluded from the restricted call
types for the extension. These are the exceptions that you entered on the Call
Restriction Configuration page. You can select each item individually, or click
to select every item.
5.
Click
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to save these settings.
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Direct Intercom Settings
This feature applies to Call Appearance mode only.
Direct Intercom is an automatic-answering feature that you can set for each extension.
When Direct Intercom is enabled, INT ON appears at the top of the Deskset screen. The
Deskset will auto answer internal calls from certain extensions or all extensions,
depending on how you have set Direct Intercom. You can also enable the Deskset to auto
answer all external calls.
Once Direct Intercom is enabled, the user cannot override the feature with the Deskset
Auto Answer feature. Only the system administrator can disable or change Direct
Intercom settings.
To configure Direct Intercom settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Direct Intercom. The
Direct Intercom page appears.
2.
Select an Extension to configure.
3.
Enable or Disable Direct Intercom.
4.
Set the Auto Answer Delay.
5.
Select whether the extension will auto answer external calls.
6.
Select whether the extension will auto answer calls from All extensions or Selected
Extensions Only.
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7.
If you selected Selected Extensions Only, select extensions in the Do not
Intercom with list and click the
button to add them to the Intercom with
list.
8.
Click
to save these settings.
Personal Directory
The Personal Directory is only available at the extension for which it is created. Personal
Directory entries can be created by the administrator or by a Deskset user.
To manage the Personal Directory:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Personal Directory.
The Directory List for Extension: page appears.
2.
Select the desired extension number from the list.
The Directory list appears. You can add, edit, delete, and sort the entries, as described
on the following pages.
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. The Add Personal Directory
To add a new entry, click
List Entry page appears.
a.
Complete the form with the information indicated.
The Phone Number must include a number for external line access if your
dial plan requires it for an outside call.
b.

Click
to save the entry. The Directory List page appears with the
entry added.
To edit an entry, click [Edit] to the right of the entry. The Edit Personal
Directory List Entry page appears with the fields populated with the entry to
be edited.
Click
added.


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to save the entry. The Directory List page appears with the entry
To sort entries by last name, click
button changes to
. The list updates and the
.
To delete Directory List entries:
a.
Mark the entries to delete by selecting the check box to the left of each
entry.
b.
Click
. The selected entries are removed.
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SB67020/025 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)
Use the Programmable Feature Keys page to set the PFKs on the SB67020/025
Desksets in your Synapse system.
To edit SB67020/025 programmable feature key assignments:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Feature Keys.
2.
Select the desired SB67020/025 Deskset Extension from the Select an Extension
list. The default PFK assignments appear (Call Appearance mode is shown below).
3.
Reassign functions to each key. The lists of functions vary depending on whether you
have set Call Appearance mode or Line Appearance mode in System Basic Settings.
See “Programmable Feature Keys in Call Appearance mode” on page 121 and
“Programmable Feature Keys in Line Appearance mode” on page 122.
4.
Line Appearance mode — Select Ignore Incoming Calls for any lines that you do
not want to ring at the Deskset. See Figure 8 on page 123. Users will be able to
monitor activity on that line and answer incoming calls by pressing the Answer soft
key.
5.
Click
to save the entries or click
the changes.
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Programmable Feature Keys in Call Appearance mode
Key 1 is fixed as a Call Appearance. You can assign the remaining nine PFKs as Call
Appearance keys.
You can assign the following features to the keys:

Auto Attendant

Directory

Park List

Call Appearance

Do Not Disturb

Page

Call Forward All

Extension Monitor

Quick Dial

Call Log

Help

Redial

Call Queue

Messages
Up to nine PFKs can be assigned as quick-dial keys. You can assign all other features to
one key only. After a feature has been assigned, it disappears from the list for the other
PFKs.
By default, the SB67020/025 has two Call Appearance keys assigned. If you assign the
second Call Appearance key to another function, the Deskset user cannot transfer calls
or create conference calls. If you use a Call Queue, you should assign two Call
Appearance keys to allow the Deskset user to retrieve a call from the Call Queue list
while a Call Queue call is ringing the Deskset.
The Auto Attendant option appears only for Desksets assigned as an Operator station.
Pressing the Auto Attendant PFK is a shortcut to the Deskset Auto Attendant menu.
Extension Monitor Keys
Selecting an extension under Extension Monitor enables the Deskset user to monitor
call activity at that extension. The PFK LED changes according to the extension status.
You can select up to nine PFKs as Extension Monitor keys.
Table 11.
Extension Monitor PFK Behavior
Call Status
LED
Active or Paging
Solid Green
Incoming Call
Fast Green Flash
Held Call
Slow Green Flash
Do Not Disturb
Solid Orange
Incoming Call with Do Not Disturb ON
Fast Orange Flash
Idle
Off
The user can also press the Extension Monitor key to dial the monitored extension, and
answer incoming calls to the monitored extension when the PFK LED is flashing.
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Programmable Feature Keys in Line Appearance mode
Key 1 is assigned to PSTN Gateway line 1 and Key 10 is fixed as an Intercom key to
enable internal, extension-to-extension calls.
You can assign the following features to the keys:

Any available PSTN Trunk

Held Calls List

Page

Call Log

Help

Quick Dial

Directory

Intercom

Redial

Do Not Disturb

Messages

Extension Monitor
Configuring Line Appearances causes all calls to be dropped. Before reassigning
PSTN Gateway lines, ensure that there are no calls in progress.
You can assign Intercom, Quick Dial, and Extension Monitor to multiple keys. Every
other feature can be assigned only once. After one of these features has been assigned,
it disappears from the list for the other PFKs.
If all 10 PFKs are assigned to Intercom, the Deskset cannot make external calls.
Extension Monitor Keys
Selecting an extension under Extension Monitor enables the Deskset user to monitor
call activity at that extension. The PFK LED changes according to the extension status.
You can select up to nine PFKs as Extension Monitor keys.
Table 12.
Extension Monitor PFK Behavior
Call Status
LED
Active or Paging
Solid Green
Incoming Call (see Note)
Fast Green Flash
Held Call
Slow Green Flash
Do Not Disturb
Solid Orange
Incoming Call with Do Not Disturb ON
Fast Orange Flash
Idle
Off
The user can also press the Extension Monitor key to dial the monitored extension, and
answer incoming calls to the monitored extension when the PFK LED is flashing.
In Line Appearance mode, the Extension Monitor key LED flashes green for an
incoming call when:
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
the call is on the Intercom line

an external call is forwarded to an extension through a Call Forward-No
Answer setting

an external call is transferred to an extension.
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In Line Appearance mode, the Ignore Incoming Calls option is available for each key
assigned to a PSTN Gateway line. Select this option if you do not want the Deskset to
ring for incoming calls on that line.
Figure 8. SB67020/025 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (Line Appearance
mode)
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SB67020/025 Deskset Quick-Dial Keys
On the SB67020/025 Deskset, quick-dial entries are only available if you have assigned
PFKs as quick-dial keys. After assigning quick-dial keys, you or a SB67020/025 Deskset
user can assign phone numbers to the keys.
To edit SB67020/025 quick-dial entries:
1.
Log on, either as administrator or a user. To log on as a user, enter an extension
number and the user’s password, if needed.
2.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Feature Keys.
3.
If necessary, select the desired SB67020/025 Deskset extension number from the
Select an Extension list. When logging on as a user, you cannot select a different
extension.
4.
On the Programmable Feature Keys page (Call Appearance mode shown), enter
a name and number for every quick-dial entry you want to create. Any hyphens in
phone numbers are ignored.
This number must include a number for external line access if your dial plan requires
it for an outside call. For example, 9-1-555-0123. Enter P for a pause in the number.
5.
Click
to save the entries or click
the changes.
6.
To verify the entries, try a quick-dial key on the Deskset, as shown in Figure 9.
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Figure 9. SB67020/025 Quick-Dial Key Location
SB67030/031 Deskset Programmable Feature Keys (PFKs)
On the Programmable Feature Keys page you can set the PFKs for a SB67030/031
Deskset in your Synapse system. Different PFKs are available depending on the
appearance mode.
To configure programmable feature keys in Call Appearance mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Feature Keys.
2.
Select the desired Extension from the Select an Extension list.
The Programmable Feature Keys page appears, showing the default PFK
assignments.
3.
4.
Select a setting for key 6 from the list:
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Quick Dial enables the quick-dial feature. The Quick Dial label appears in the
bottom right corner of the Deskset screen.
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Call Queue enables the user to access the Queued Calls list. The Call Queue
label appears in the bottom right corner of the Deskset screen.

None disables both quick dial and Call Queue on this Deskset.
Click
to save the setting or click
the changes.
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To configure programmable feature keys in Line Appearance mode:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Extension Settings, then Feature Keys.
2.
Select the desired Extension from the Select an Extension list.
The Programmable Feature Keys page appears.
3.
Select a setting for keys 1 to 4 from the lists:

PSTN Trunks lets you select an available PSTN line to assign to the key.

Features lets you assign Intercom to the key, providing another virtual line for
the user to make internal calls.

None disables the key. Selecting None also ‘‘releases” a PSTN line so you can
assign it to another key.
Configuring Line Appearances causes all calls to be dropped. Before
reassigning PSTN Gateway lines, ensure that there are no calls in progress.
4.
Select Ignore Incoming Calls for any lines that you do not want to ring at the
Deskset. Users will be able to monitor activity on that line and answer incoming calls
by pressing the Answer soft key.
5.
Click
to save the setting or click
the changes.
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SB67030/031 Deskset Quick-Dial Keys
On the SB67030/031 Deskset, quick-dial entries are only available at the extensions for
which they are created. You or a Deskset user can enter quick-dial entries.
To create or edit SB67030/031 quick-dial entries:
1.
Log on, either as administrator or a user. To log on as a user, enter an extension
number and the user’s password, if needed.
2.
Click Extension Settings, then Quick Dial Keys in the navigation menu at left. The
Programmable Feature Keys page appears.
If necessary, select the desired extension number from the Select an Extension list.
When logging on as a user, you cannot select a different extension.
3.
Enter a name and number for every quick-dial entry you want to create. Any hyphens
in phone numbers are ignored.
The number must include a number for external line access if your dial plan requires
it for an outside call. For example, 9-1-555-0123. Enter P for a pause in the number.
4.
Click
to save the entries or click
the changes.
to refresh the page without saving
5.
To verify that the entries have been created, on the Deskset, press the key to the
right of
to display the quick-dial entries, as shown in Figure 10.
Figure 10. 030/031 Quick-Dial Key Location
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PSTN Gateway Settings
The PSTN Settings page provides calibration and configuration options for any PSTN
Gateways in your system. These options apply to installation and troubleshooting audio
problems on your PSTN lines. The settings include:
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Line Calibration Data. View calibration data for each PSTN Gateway port and
manually recalibrate each line. For more information, see “Resolving Audio
Echoes (PSTN Gateway)” on page 168.
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Line Configuration. Enter a calibration code for each line (used for Centrex
lines) and enable Door Phone mode for a selected line. For more information, see
“Line Configuration” and “Door Phones Overview” in the Synapse Installation
Guide, available at www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
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Advanced Configuration. Select a loop length and echo suppression setting for
each line. These settings can be used if you need to troubleshoot audio echoes
that persist after recalibrating the PSTN lines. For more information, see
“Resolving Audio Echoes (PSTN Gateway)” on page 168.
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To configure a PSTN Gateway:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click PSTN Settings. The PSTN Settings page
appears.
2.
Select the desired PSTN Gateway from the list. The full page appears.
3.
After performing the necessary configuration, click
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ATA Settings
Use the WebUI to configure the two FXS ports on the ATA. Once an ATA is connected to
the Synapse network, the WebUI is updated to show all ATA-related menus and
configuration items within menus. (The ATA must be running a compatible software
version.) If the ATA is deleted (using the WebUI's Modify Device page), all the
ATA-related menus and configuration items disappear.
PLAR Setup
Using the Private Line Automatic Ringdown (PLAR) feature, you can configure a private
intercom line or a door phone. When you enable the PLAR feature through the WebUI,
an analog device — an analog telephone or Station Port (FXS) door phone, for
example — connected to an ATA FXS port will ring a destination when it goes off hook.
The destination can be an Synapse Deskset extension or a Ring Group. You can configure
this destination on the ATA Settings page of the WebUI.
Synapse supports two types of door phones: Station Port (FXS) and Trunk Port
(FXO). You can connect a Station Port (FXS) door phone to the ATA and
configure it using PLAR. For information about installing a Trunk Port (FXO) door
phone, see the Synapse Installation Guide, available at
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
During a call on the PLAR line, a Deskset user can press dial-pad keys to transmit DTMF
tones (touch tones) to the analog device. The DTMF tones can control a door relay or
other function. This feature depends on your analog device; you cannot program an entry
code using the WebUI.
You should configure the PLAR destination to respond appropriately to PLAR calls:

For a Ring Group destination, set the Call Forward–No Answer target
appropriately. For example, if couriers needing access to your building use a door
phone when members of the Ring Group are absent, you should set Call
Forward–No Answer to ring another Ring Group or extension.

For an extension destination, ensure that the Ring Delay, Auto Answer, Call
Forward All and Call Forward–No Answer settings are configured appropriately.
For example, if the extension is sometimes left unattended, you may want to
record a custom greeting for callers, or set Call Forward–No Answer to ring
another extension.
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Configuring ATA FXS Ports
Use the ATA Settings page to configure the two ATA FXS ports.
To configure the two ATA FXS ports:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click ATA Settings. The ATA Settings page appears.
2.
Select the ATA from the Select an ATA Device list. The rest of the ATA Settings
page appears.
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For each FXS port:
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Enter the Display Name. The Display Name is used as part of the caller ID
when an analog phone connected to the FXS port is used for internal calls.

Enter an Extension Number. Ensure that this is the same extension as selected
in Fax Destination. See “Fax Configuration (Requires ATA)” on page 80.

Select whether the Outgoing Caller ID will be the DID number or the System
Pilot Number.

Enable PLAR if desired. Select an Extension or a Ring Group to ring when an
analog device connected to the FXS port goes off hook.
Click
to save these settings. or click
without saving the changes.
to return to the previous page
Configuring ATA Call Restriction Settings
This feature is available in Call Appearance mode only.
On the ATA Call Restriction Settings page, you can prevent users from using an analog
telephone to call certain phone numbers. Each type of call listed on the Call Restriction
Settings page matches a prefix that you defined on the Call Restriction
Configuration page. See “Call Restriction Configuration” on page 62.
Users cannot override call restrictions when making a call on an analog phone
connected to an ATA FXS port.
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To restrict calls for the ATA FXS ports:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click ATA Settings, then Call Restriction Settings.
The ATA Call Restriction Settings page appears.
Settings for FXS 1 shown
only. The page also lists
settings for FXS 2.
2.
Select the types of calls to be restricted for the ATA.
You can select each type individually, or click
3.
Select the numbers that are excluded from the restricted call types for the ATA.
These are the exceptions that you entered on the Call Restriction Configuration
page.
You can select each item individually, or click
4.
to select every type.
Click
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SIP Gateway Settings
The SIP Gateway is compatible with Call Appearance mode only.
When modifying SIP Account settings, ensure that there are no active calls using
that account. Changes to SIP accounts do not get made until the account
becomes idle. You might need to make the changes outside of normal office
hours.
The WebUI has two pages on which you configure settings for the SIP Gateway. The first
page is the SIP General Settings. Set the starting Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP)
port on this page. This setting specifies the starting RTP port that the system will use for
audio, and applies to all SIP accounts.
You can register the SIP Gateway with your service provider on the SIP Account
Settings page. The SIP Gateway supports up to 10 accounts and up to 16 simultaneous
voice calls.
These settings should be modified only after consulting your SIP service
provider, who can provide most of these settings. For application notes and
other information regarding configuring Synapse for certain SIP service
providers, call 1 (888) 916-2007. In Canada, dial 1 (888) 883-2474.
To configure SIP General Settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click SIP Settings and then click SIP General
Settings. The SIP General Settings page appears.
2.
Enter the Starting RTP Port number.
The default setting is 16384, which is the common starting RTP audio port.
Do not change this setting unless required by your service provider or
network administrator.
3.
Click
to save your changes.
Ensure that you verify your settings with your SIP service provider.
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To configure SIP Account Settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click SIP Settings and then click SIP Account
Settings. The SIP Account Settings page appears.
2.
Select an account to edit, or select Create New Account. If you have already
created an account, a Delete Account button appears. Clicking Delete Account
deletes the account and loads an empty account page.
3.
Select the Account Type. If this SIP Account is a shared Remote Site account, select
Remote Site and see “Configuring Remote Sites” on page 139.
4.
Enter the SIP Gateway Basic Settings.
a.
Enable or Disable the account. You must enable the account before it can be
used. Disabling the account does not erase the settings associated with the
account.
b.
Enter the Account Name. The SIP account name appears on the Dial Plan
Settings page and the Trunk Reservation page.
c.
For Max Calls, enter the maximum number of simultaneous voice calls to which
you have subscribed from your service provider. The maximum value is 16.
Setting the Max Calls to a value that is less than the current number of Trunk
Reservations for the SIP Account will generate an error.
d.
Enter the Display Name. The Display Name is the text portion of the caller ID
that is displayed for outgoing calls.
Depending on your service provider, caller ID information from your service
provider can replace the Display Name setting.
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Enter the User Name (supplied by your service provider). The User Name, also
known as the Account ID, is usually the company's main number and is used as
part of the caller ID displayed for outgoing calls. Synapse will only accept digits
for a User Name.
f.
Enter the Auth User Name (supplied by your service provider). The Auth User
Name, also known as the Authentication ID, is used for authentication with the
service provider and in most cases is the same as the User Name.
g.
Enter the Auth User Password (supplied by your service provider). The Auth
User Password is for authentication with the service provider. Masking of this
password is not necessary.
h.
(Optional) Enter the Primary Number, as advised by your service provider.
Sometimes when the account uses dynamic registration, the User Name and
Auth User Name are used only for registering with the service provider, and are
not valid DID numbers. The Primary Number is a DID number that will appear as
part of the caller ID for outgoing calls.
i.
Enable or disable the IP-PBX Signaling Address. This setting appears only for
the SIP Trunking account type. If enabled, the “From” header in SIP packets will
use the local IP address.
Enter the SIP Gateway Account Registration Settings.
a.
Select Static Registration if your provider does not use dynamic registration.
If using Static Registration, ensure that the SIP NAT port forwarding has
been configured. For more information, see the Synapse Installation Guide.
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Enter the number of seconds for Registration Expires. This setting applies to
dynamic registration. It is a reregistration timeout value sent to the SIP Provider.
This is usually overriden by a reregistration interval determined by the service
provider’s response. The default setting is 3600 seconds and should only be
changed on the advice of your service provider.
Enter the SIP Gateway Account Server Settings. These are supplied by your service
provider.
a.
Enter the SIP Server address or URL.
Ensure that there are no blank spaces before or after addresses or URLs in
any of the SIP Account Settings fields.
7.
b.
Enter the SIP Server Port. Port 5060, the default setting, is typically used for
SIP transmission.
c.
(Optional) Enter the Registrar Server address or URL.
d.
(Optional) Enter the Registrar Server Port. If a Registrar Server address or
URL is entered in the field above, it may not be necessary to enter a Registrar
Server Port.
e.
(Optional) Enter the Outbound Proxy Server address or URL.
f.
(Optional) Enter the Outbound Proxy Server Port. If an Outbound Proxy Server
address or URL is entered in the field above, it may not be necessary to enter an
Outbound Proxy Server Port.
Configure the Codec Configuration.
a.
Enable or disable audio codecs. Click
Enabled Codecs list, or click
to add the selected codec to the
to place it in the Disabled Codecs list.
b.
Arrange the enabled audio codecs. Select a codec, then click  or  to change
the order.
The SIP Gateway uses the audio codecs in the order they are listed on a per call
basis. You can choose codecs based on the speed versus audio performance
required.
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Ensure that you verify your settings with your SIP service provider.
The Registration LED on the SIP Gateway should turn green when the SIP Gateway
has successfully registered with your service provider.
9.
To confirm the registration status after clicking
, click the Refresh Status
button. The Registration Status should change to "Registered."
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Configuring Remote Sites
If two separate Synapse systems both have SIP Gateways, then they can communicate
with each other as “remote sites” on a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Remote sites allow
users to make extension-to-extension calls between Synapse sites, thus avoiding
long-distance charges. Users can also call external numbers at a remote site by routing
a call through a remote Gateway, thereby completing a long-distance call as a local call.
Configuring remote sites requires some coordination between the system administrators
for each site. To configure remote sites, you must configure one Remote Site SIP Account
for every other remote site. This rule holds true even if a remote site receives calls from
another site, but does not intend to make outgoing calls to a remote site.
For the two Synapse sites shown in Figure 11, Synapse Site 1 must configure Remote Site
Account A to communicate with Synapse Site 2. In addition, Synapse Site 2 must
configure Remote Site Account B to communicate with Synapse Site 1. Both Account A
and B must use the same Auth User Name and password. SIP Account A must use the
Static WAN IP Address for Synapse Site 2 in the Remote Site Address or Url field.
Conversely, SIP Account B must use the Static WAN IP Address for Synapse Site 1.
In addition to configuring remote sites on the SIP Account Settings page, you should also
configure the Dial Plan so that calls will reach remote extensions or external numbers.
See “Dial Plan Settings” on page 64.
For information about network setup requirements for remote sites, see the
Synapse Installation Guide, available at
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
Figure 11. Remote Sites
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To configure a remote site SIP Account:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click SIP Gateway Settings. The SIP Account
Settings page appears.
2.
Select an account to edit, or select Create New Account. If you have already
created an account, a Delete Account button appears. Clicking Delete Account
deletes the account and loads an empty account page.
3.
For the Account Type, select Remote Site.
4.
Enter the SIP Gateway Basic Settings.
a.
Enable or Disable the account. You must enable the account before it can be
used. Disabling the account does not erase the settings associated with the
account.
b.
Enter the Account Name. The SIP account name appears on the Dial Plan
Settings page and the Trunk Reservation page.
c.
For Max Calls, enter the maximum number of simultaneous voice calls. The
maximum value is 16. Setting the Max Calls to a value that is less than the current
number of Trunk Reservations for the SIP Account will generate an error.
d.
Enter the Display Name. The Display Name is the text portion of the caller ID
that is displayed for outgoing calls.
Depending on your service provider, caller ID information from your service
provider can replace the Display Name setting.
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User Name, also known as the Account ID, is usually the company's main number
and is used as part of the caller ID displayed for outgoing calls. Synapse will only
accept digits for a User Name.
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Enter the Auth User Name (as arranged with your service provider). The Auth
User Name, also known as the Authentication ID, is used for authentication with
the service provider and in most cases is the same as the User Name.
g.
Enter the Auth User Password (as arranged with your service provider). The
Auth User Password is for authentication with the service provider. Masking of
this password is not necessary.
h.
(Optional) Enter the Primary Number, as advised by your service provider.
Sometimes when the account uses dynamic registration, the User Name and
Auth User Name are used only for registering with the service provider, and are
not valid DID numbers. The Primary Number is a DID number that will appear as
part of the caller ID for outgoing calls.
Enter the SIP Gateway Account Server Settings.
a.
Enter the Remote Site Address or Url. This is the static IP address of the
remote site.
b.
Enter the Remote Site Port. Port 5060, the default setting, is typically used for
SIP transmission.
c.
(Optional) Enter the Outbound Proxy Server Address or Url.
d.
(Optional) Enter the Outbound Proxy Server Port. If an Outbound Proxy Server
Address or Url is entered in the field above, it may not be necessary to enter an
Outbound Proxy Server Port.
Set the Codec Configuration.
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a.
Enable or disable audio codecs. Click
Enabled Codecs list, or click
to add the selected codec to the
to place it in the Disabled Codecs list.
b.
Arrange the enabled audio codecs. Select a codec, then click  or  to change
the order.
The SIP Gateway uses the audio codecs in the order they are listed on a per call basis.
You can choose codecs based on the speed versus audio performance required.
7.
Click
to save your changes.
Ensure that you verify your settings with your SIP service provider.
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T1 Gateway Settings
The T1 Gateway is compatible with Call Appearance mode only.
You can modify the settings of your T1 connection. We expect that most installations will
use the default settings.
Changing T1 settings resets the T1 Gateway and interrupts telephone service. To avoid
disrupting service, AT&T recommends changing T1 settings outside of business hours.
To configure the T1 settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click T1 Settings. The T1 Basic Settings page
appears.
The system assumes that your T1 circuit uses B8ZS (Bipolar with 8 Zeros Substitution)
Encoding.
The system assumes that your T1 circuit uses ESF (Extended Super Frame), used in
conjunction with B8ZS, for signaling and to control line Framing.
2.
Select the Signaling protocol from the Signaling list. Signaling information is sent
with the data to convey certain connection parameters. The default is Primary Rate
Interface (PRI NI-2), which is the modern standard for carrying voice transmissions.
The other choices are Nortel Digital Multiplex Switch 100 (DMS-100), and Class 5
Electronic Switching System (5ESS). With these two protocols, only the caller ID
number, not the caller ID name, is provided to the Desksets.
3.
Select the Clock Source for Gateway synchronization:
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Local. A clock source that is internally generated in the CSU (Channel Service
Unit).
Select the Line Buildout value from the Line Buildout list. The value and it units are
determined by whether the CSU is on your premises or not. The default value is
0-133 feet/0 db.
For short haul installations, where a CSU is at your location, the T1 Gateway supports
Line Equalization based on the distance between the T1 Gateway and the CSU in feet.
Estimate the cable length and select accordingly.
For long haul installations, where the T1 Gateway connects directly to a Network
Interface Device, the T1 Gateway supports Line Attenuation. Estimate the line loss
and set the Line Buildout value accordingly.
5.
Select the Number of Channels. You can set the number of voice channels
available on the T1 trunk according to the current service subscription. Channel 24
is reserved for PRI signaling.
6.
Select the Lowest Voice Channel in cases where some channels are reserved for
data transfer or if there are limited slots available.
7.
Select the Outbound Channel Selection Order, either Ascending or
Descending.
8.
Click
to save any changes or click
without saving the changes.
to return to the previous page
When you click
, the T1 Gateway resets itself. If there are Active Calls
on the system, the system waits until the last call ends and the system is
Idle. No new incoming or outgoing calls can be made until the reset is
complete. During the reset, all LEDs on the T1 Gateway front panel turn off
for approximately five to ten seconds. All Phone Lines Busy message
appears on all Desksets attempting to make a call.
9.
Restart the T1 Gateway. Restarting the T1 Gateway hangs up any active calls that
are using the T1 Gateway.

Press the RESET button on the T1 Gateway front panel for less than 5 seconds.
OR
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T1 Gateway Diagnostics
You can check the status of the T1 Gateway and select a loopback mode. Setting the
loopback mode terminates any phone calls that are using the T1 Gateway.
To view the T1 Status:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click T1 Diagnostics. The T1 Diagnostics page
appears, showing the current T1 configuration.
2.
Optional: Put the T1 in loopback test mode by selecting from the Set Loopback
Mode list, then clicking
. Note that the Alarm State color changes accordingly.
Selecting Network loopback allows the service provider to test the T1 circuit.
Selecting Payload loopback allows the service provider to test both the circuit and
the T1 Gateway’s ability to encode and decode the T1 data.
Once loopback testing is completed, select None, then click
loopback test mode.
to cancel any
Be sure to cancel loopback testing so that telephone calls can again occur.
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Expansion Module Settings
If an SB67080 Expansion Module is connected to the system, you can configure the
Expansion Module on the WebUI Expansion Module page. Configuring the Expansion
Module consists of:

Pairing the Expansion Module with a Deskset. When you pair an Expansion
Module with a Deskset, calls that are dialed using the Expansion Module keys are
made from the paired Deskset.

Configuring the Expansion Module keys for Extension monitoring or quick dial.
For complete SB67080 Expansion Module configuration instructions, see the
SB67080 Expansion Module Installation and Configuration Guide, available at 
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
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Device Management
Use the Device Management page to delete devices from the system and to change
Deskset extension numbers. If you unplug a Deskset from the system, the extension
remains in the system database until you use the Device Management page to delete
the device. All local settings and personal information (Call Logs and Voicemail, for
example) remain stored in the Deskset.
Device Management consist of:

“Deleting Devices” on page 147
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“Change an Extension Number” on page 150
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“Back Up and Restore Settings” on page 151
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“Copying and Replacing Devices” on page 156
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“Updating Devices” on page 158
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“Device Log” on page 161.
Deleting Devices
You can delete any device in the system from the Device Management page.
Disconnect the device before deleting it from the system. If the device is not
disconnected, an error message appears and you are not be able to delete it.
Deleting an Extension (Deskset)
If you unplug a Deskset from the system, such as when an employee leaves, it remains
in the system database until you use the Device Management page to delete the
device.
Before deleting an extension, ensure that you deregister any cordless accessories
registered to the Deskset. See “Deregistering a Cordless Handset or Headset” in the
SB67030/031 Deskset and Accessories User Guide.
When you delete a Deskset, only the extension number is removed from the system
database — all local settings and personal information (Call Logs, Voicemail, etc.) remain
stored in the Deskset. To erase all data on the Deskset (if, for example, the Deskset is
being given to another user), press the RESET button on the Deskset for more than 5
seconds to return all settings to factory defaults. If the deleted extension had been
assigned a DID number, that number is put back into the available pool of DID numbers
and remains there even when the deleted extension number is restored. See “Extension
Basic Settings” on page 112 to assign the DID number to the extension.
Deleted extensions disappear from defined Ring Groups, Paging Zones, and the Call
Queue.
If the Auto Attendant menu programming has set a far-end key press to ring that
extension or leave a message in its personal voice mailbox, that key assignment reverts
to None.
If the operator extension is deleted, the lowest extension number is automatically
assigned as operator.
ATA
The ATA extensions do not appear in the device list and cannot be individually deleted.
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Deleting a PSTN Gateway
If you unplug a Gateway from the system, perhaps to replace it, delete the old Gateway
before installing the new Gateway if you want the new line numbers to begin with Line 1.
System settings other than specific T1, SIP, and ATA settings and PSTN line numbers are
stored in all devices, so deleting devices does not erase these settings.
Deleting a T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway
Once a T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway is deleted from the system, all Gateway-related
menus and configuration items disappear, including the T1 Settings, T1 Diagnostics,
SIP Account Settings, DID Configuration, and the DID Assignments from the
WebUI. The DID and Outgoing Caller ID options on the Extension Basic Settings and
ATA Settings pages also disappear.
Deleting the T1 Gateway or SIP Gateway does not delete DID ranges. When a new T1
Gateway or SIP Gateway is added, any existing DID ranges reappear on the DID WebUI
pages, but you will need to enable automatic DID Assignment again. If an extension is no
longer eligible for DID assignment, that DID number is released.
If both a T1 Gateway and a SIP Gateway are connected to the system and you delete
one of them, the DID Configuration and DID Assignments web pages remain. If the
deleted device was the only device handling DIDs, then Automatic DID Assignment
becomes disabled. (Your service provider determines which Gateways handle DID
numbers. You cannot configure this through Synapse.) If both devices were handling
DIDs, then Auto Assignment is not disabled.
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Deleting an ATA
Once an optional ATA is deleted from the system, all ATA-related configuration items and
menus disappear.
If any Desksets have their Call Forward or Call Forward–No Answer targets set to an FXS
extension, the target reverts to the default (Forward to Personal Voicemail). If the
extension was an Auto Attendant menu target, that setting reverts to default (None), and
will no longer be searchable in the Auto Attendant Directory.
In addition, if a Group Mailbox was an Auto Attendant menu destination or a Ring Group
Call Forward–No Answer target, it is removed. The Auto Attendant setting reverts to
None and the Ring Group Call Forward–No Answer target reverts to Off. If any Desksets
have set their Call Forward or Call Forward–No Answer targets to the deleted Mailbox,
they are removed and the setting reverts to Personal.
To delete an extension, Gateway, or ATA:
1.
Disconnect (unplug) the device to be deleted.
2.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management. The Modify Device page
appears.
3.
Select the device and click
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Change an Extension Number
You can change extension numbers. Ensure that the extension is not in use when you
make the change.
To change a Deskset extension number:
1.
On the Modify Device page, under Change Extension Number, select the desired
extension.
2.
Enter the New Extension Number.
3.
Click
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Back Up and Restore Settings
Back up individual Deskset settings and system settings so that they can be restored if
the network or a Deskset loses its settings. You can also back up a Deskset to copy the
settings to other Desksets.
Backup files are automatically saved on your computer using the following
naming convention:
backup_[device]_[extension number]_[year]-[month]-[day]_[time].cfg.
The device will be either “ds” for a Deskset or “system” for a system backup:
The backup file for extension 208 that was created at 4:29 PM on October 26,
2010 would be named backup_ds_208_2010-10-26_1629.cfg.
The backup file for system that was created at 4:35 PM on October 26, 2010
would be named backup_system_208_2010-10-26_1635.cfg.
If you are using Safari®, the backup file will be saved as a .tar file instead of a
.cfg file. You will still be able to restore this file safely.
Back Up and Restore Extension Settings
Each extension has its own settings and must be backed up and restored individually.
The following items are backed up:

Calls: New Missed Calls, New Messages, Redial, and Call Logs

Messages and Lists: Voicemail Messages, Personal Directory, Quick Dial, and
Voicemail Distribution lists

Deskset Settings: Display, Sounds (including Audible Ring Delay), and Preferred
Audio mode

User Settings: Greetings, Call Forward All, Name Recording, and Auto Answer

Admin Settings: CFNA, FWD/Trans Line, programmable feature keys, and User
Password.
SB67030/031 Deskset Cordless Registration and the extension number will NOT
be backed up.
Only back up one Deskset at a time. Only restore one Deskset at a time.
Programmable feature keys and quick-dial settings are not restored if you
restore a SB67030/031 Deskset with a SB67020/025 Deskset backup file, or
restore a SB67020/025 Deskset with a SB67030/031 Deskset backup file.
If you back up an extension less than one minute after creating another
backup for that extension, you may overwrite the earlier one, since the file
names may be identical.
To back up the Extension Settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Back up/Restore.
The Back up/Restore Extension Settings page appears.
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2.
Select the desired extension from the Select Extension to Back up list.
3.
Click
.
If the desired extension does not appear in the list, then you may need to
reconnect that extension. See “Reconnecting a Deskset to the System” on
page 170.
4.
Your web browser opens a window asking if you would like to save the backup file;
click
.
To restore the Extension Settings:
1.
On the Back up/Restore Extension Settings page, choose the desired extension
from the Select Extension to Restore list.
Ensure that there are no calls in progress or they will be dropped.
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2.
Select whether you want to overwrite Voicemail and Call Logs.
3.
Enter the file name or click
and select a file.
Make sure you select the correct file to restore. The restore file name includes your
extension number and the date and time.
4.
Click
.
Deskset settings are restored and the Deskset restarts. You are then logged off of
the WebUI.
If a PC is installed in series with the Deskset, restarting the Deskset causes
the PC to lose its network connection briefly.
Back Up and Restore System Settings
The system settings are distributed over all the Desksets, Gateways, and the optional
ATA. System settings are globally backed up once, and restored to the whole system at
one time. The following items are backed up and restored:

Appearance mode and Line Appearance
settings

Ring Group definitions

Auto Attendant names, managers, tree
structure and menus

Call Queue

Call Restriction Configuration

Auto Attendant user prompts

Paging Zones

Auto Attendant schedule

Hold settings

Assigned Operator set

System Directory

Timer for Forwarded and Transferred
Outside Calls

Trunk Reservations

Trunk Routing

System Time settings

Trunk Naming

Extension prefixes and dial plan settings

Voicemail to email settings.
The following items are not backed up:

The extension list

The assignment of line numbers to the PSTN lines.
Do not use the system backup file to restore your system if you have changed
the Number of Digits in the Dial Plan Settings after creating the system
backup file. For example, if you restore a system that now uses three-digit
extensions with a backup file created on a system that used four-digit
extensions:
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Existing Desksets have three-digit extensions, and new Desksets will
be assigned four-digit extensions.

If you change the Dial Plan Settings from four-digit extensions to
three-digit extensions, all three-digit extension numbers are changed
to different three-digit extension numbers.
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If a T1 Gateway is connected, the following items are backed up and restored:

Automatically assign DIDs to
new extensions

Outgoing Caller ID

System Pilot Number

Current DID Ranges

DID Assignments

Line Encoding

Line Framing

Signalling

Clock Source

Line Buildout

Number of Channels

Lowest Voice Channel

Outbound Channel Selection Order

Loopback Mode on T1 Diagnostics page.
The following items are not backed up:
SIP Gateway

Static IP address on the T1 Gateway (configured through the front panel)

Sort order on the DID Assignments page.
If a SIP Gateway is connected, the following items are backed up and restored:

Automatically assign DIDs to
new extensions

Outgoing Caller ID

System Pilot Number

Current DID Ranges

DID Assignments

SIP Account Settings.
The following items are not backed up:
ATA

Static IP address on the SIP Gateway (configured through the front panel)

Sort order on the DID Assignments page.
If an optional Analog Terminal Adapter is connected, the following items are backed up
and restored:

Enable / Disable status on Fax

Fax mode

OHP and Music on Hold

Fax line assignment

FXS device assignments (which port
is being used for which device)

Paging System Type

Paging Delay.
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To back up the System Settings:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Back up/Restore,
then System Settings. The Back up/Restore System Settings page appears.
2.
Click
.

Your web browser opens a window asking you if you would like to save the
backup file. Click
.

Save the file to a location on your computer so that you can restore your settings
later.
To restore the System Settings:
1.
If practical, unplug the PSTN and T1 lines from each Gateway while restoration is in
progress to ensure you do not receive any incoming calls.
If you have more than one PSTN Gateway, and you log on to one of the Gateways,
you do not need to unplug all of the other outside lines from the other Gateways,
just the one to which you are logged on.
2.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Back up/Restore,
then System Settings. The Back up/Restore System Settings page appears.
3.
Enter the name for the restore file or click
and select a system file.
Make sure you select the correct file to restore. The restore file name includes
“system” and the date and time.
4.
Click
. The system settings are restored and the Gateway
restarts. You are then logged off from the WebUI.
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Copying and Replacing Devices
Use the Copy/Replace feature when you need to replace an old Deskset or PSTN
Gateway with a new “out of the box” unit. To replace an old device with a new device,
first use the Copy function to copy settings from the old device to the replacement
device. Once the settings are copied, you can disconnect the old device and then use the
Replace function to assign the extension number or device ID from the old device to the
replacement device.
If you do not have access to a PC, the Copy/Replace functions are available on the
Deskset Admin Settings menu or the Gateway front panel (see “Copy/Replace Deskset”
on page 20 and “Copy/Replace Gateway” on page 24).
The Copy function copies settings from one device to a new device added to the system.
These settings are listed under “Copying a Deskset” on page 20 and “Copying a
Gateway” on page 24.
The Replace function replaces:

the extension number of a Deskset (for example, Ext. 200) with the extension of
another Deskset.

the device ID of a PSTN Gateway with the device ID of another Gateway. This
includes PSTN line assignments.
To copy a device:
1.
Ensure the device to be replaced is powered and connected to the Synapse network.
2.
Connect the new device (Deskset or PSTN Gateway) to the system. It will join the site
and be assigned a new extension number or device ID.
3.
On the WebUI, click Device Management, and then Copy/Replace. The Copy
Settings page appears.
4.
On the Copy Settings page, select the device you want to reconfigure. This is the
new Deskset or PSTN Gateway that you connected earlier.
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Select the device you want to copy from. This is the old device that you will
eventually remove from the system.
When copying a Deskset, select an identical model Deskset to copy.
Programmable feature keys and quick-dial settings are not restored if you
replace a SB67030/031 Deskset with a SB67020/025 Deskset, or replace a
SB67020/025 Deskset with a SB67030/031 Deskset.
6.
Click
.
The settings from the source device are copied to the target device.
To replace a device:
1.
Disconnect the network cable from the device you want to replace.
Ensure you have not logged on to the WebUI using the IP address of the
device you have disconnected.
2.
On the WebUI, click Device Management, and then Copy/Replace.
3.
Click Replace Device. The Replace Device page appears.
4.
Select the new device.
5.
Select the device to be replaced.
6.
Click
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Updating Devices
New software versions improve system functionality. All Synapse devices should be
running the same software version number. (The optional Cordless Handsets and
Cordless Headsets have different software version number sequences.)
You can update all devices with one command, or you can update the Synapse devices
individually.
AT&T recommends automatic device software upgrades for installations with Internet
access. This allows your system to obtain the latest upgrade from our server. Automatic
upgrades may not work if your network’s firewall prohibits connection to the AT&T
servers, or if you do not have DNS services provided by your ISP. If you need to manually
initiate updates, see “To update all devices to the latest software version:” on page 159.
If Internet access is not available, see “To update a single device to the latest software
version:” on page 160.
Bilingual (English and French) Synapse software releases are available. Bilingual software
releases include a Language page under System Settings in the WebUI that enables
you to change the language for the entire system, including the WebUI, Deskset screens,
and Auto Attendant voice prompts.
Please be aware that bilingual releases do not support all the features included in the
latest English-only software release.
For more information, see the Product Release Notices available at
smbtelephones.att.com/smb/index.cfm/product-support.
Sometimes devices with different versions of software cannot detect each other
in the WebUI. Some versions of Synapse software codes are incompatible, so
that when you use one device's IP address for logging on to the WebUI, only the
devices with compatible code versions appear in the device lists. For this reason,
if you are updating devices individually, wait until all other devices are updated
before updating the software version of the device whose IP address was used
for logging on to the WebUI. When an updated device restarts with new
software, it may disappear from the device list.
When you add a new “out of box” device to the system, the device automatically
gets new software from the network and then restarts. Allow this process to
complete before using the device. The process may take anywhere between 30
seconds to a few minutes, depending on server speed.
Although unlikely, some types of software upgrades could interfere with
system settings and directories. Therefore, back up the system settings and
Deskset settings before updating the system software. If you receive automatic
updates, back up each device after each configuration change. See “Back Up
and Restore Settings” on page 151.
The device restarts after a software upgrade. Ensure that there are no calls in
progress or they will be dropped.
If a PC is installed in series with the Deskset, restarting the Deskset causes the
PC to lose its network connection briefly.
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To update all devices to the latest software version:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Update Device.
The Update Device page appears.
2.
Under Automatic Update, select the desired Language Support. When only English
is selected, the system will update all devices to the latest English-only release. If
Français is selected, the system will update all devices to the latest bilingual
(English and French) software version.
3.
At the bottom of the page, click
. The system looks on the Internet
for the latest software and systematically updates and then restarts each device. All
calls are dropped.
A caution appears to remind you that all devices will be restarted as each is updated.
Any Desksets registered with the system but disconnected at the time of the
update will be updated as soon as they are reconnected to the system.
After you have started an update using
, attempts to
manually update a device through the device itself or the WebUI may be
interrupted by the system software update in progress.
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Using
requires a minimum Internet download bandwidth of
1 Mbps and an Internet router that can handle the same number of total
simultaneous connections as the number of Synapse devices. Refer to your
router specification. Performing an update without meeting the minimum
requirement may cause some or all devices not to update correctly. See
“System Upgrade” on page 185.
The total time to update all the devices varies. The update time depends on
Internet connection speed, the number of connections to the server, and the
number of devices in the system. AT&T recommends conducting system
updates overnight to reduce the impact on Deskset users.
If the Update All Devices process does not work, you can upgrade a Deskset, Gateway,
or ATA individually.
To update a single device to the latest software version:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Update Device.
2.
In the Update Device list, select a Gateway, ATA, or Deskset to update.
The Current Software Version for that device appears.
You can only update one device at a time. Only the selected device is
updated.
3.
Click
.
If there is an update available on the Internet, the message “There is new software
available” appears. Click
. The specified device restarts.
OR
In the Update Software From File section of the page, enter a file name or click
to select a previously acquired upgrade file. Once selected, click
. The specified device restarts.
4.
After the device restarts, check the software version number at the device to confirm
that the upgrade was successful.
SB67030/031
Press MENU, then 4. Check the P Firmware Ver.
SB67020/025
Press MENU, then 4. Check the Software Ver.
Gateway, ATA
Press SELECT, SELECT and DOWN. Check the SW Ver.
If the device is sluggish or unresponsive during the upgrade process, see “A
Synapse device becomes sluggish or unresponsive during or immediately
after software upgrade.” on page 185.
When an updated device restarts with the new software, it may disappear
from the device list if its software version is incompatible with the device
whose IP address was used for logging on to the WebUI.
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Device Log
If you have trouble with your system and you contact the installer or customer service,
they may need the device log for troubleshooting purposes. You can generate a device
log on the Device Log page.
You can also configure a device log prior to generating the log. Your installer or Synapse
Product Support specialist may want to see specific information in the device log. If so,
you must configure the device log using a configuration file that your Synapse support
person provides.
For customer service, repair, replacement, or warranty service, and all questions
about this product, contact the person who installed your system. If your
installer is unavailable, visit our web site at
www.telephones.att.com/smb or call 1 (888) 916-2007. In Canada,
call 1 (888) 883-2474.
To generate the Device Log:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Device Log. The
Device Log page appears.
2.
In the Device Log list, select the desired device and click
3.
It takes a minute for the file to generate. A pop-up box then asks you where to save
the file on your computer.
4.
After the download is complete you should provide the file to the installer or
customer service.
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To configure the Device Log:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Device Management, then Device Log.
2.
In the Device Log list, select the desired device.
3.
Under Configure Device Log, click Browse... and select the Device Log
Configuration file.
4.
Click Configure Device Log. After configuration is complete, you can proceed with
generating the Device Log, as described on page 161.
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Help
To display the Help menu:
1.
In the navigation menu at left, click Help.
A PDF Help file opens.
2.
To view a topic, click the link for that topic. The page for that topic appears.
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Product Registration
In order to keep your system up to date with the latest upgrades and ensure timely
warranty support, it is extremely important to register your system. To register a device,
you need its MAC address.
To find a Deskset MAC address:

For Desksets, at the Desksets, press MENU, then press 4. Note the MAC Address
line.
Deskset Information
Model No:
SB67031
Status:
IP Address:
MAC Address:
Serial No:
Boot Ver:
P Firmware Ver:
Use
done.
or
Synchronized*
192.168.0.10
00:11:A0:11:EA:4D
GG20013043
2.7.1
3..
to scroll. Press Exit when
Quick
Dial
Exit
SB67030/031 Deskset
SB67020/025 Deskset
To find a Gateway or ATA MAC address:

For Gateways and the ATA, at the devices, press SELECT, DOWN, SELECT, and
then press DOWN until MAC Address appears.
To register your Synapse system:
1.
Open a new browser tab and navigate to the product registration web site
2.
Select your products, then complete the form.
3.
When the form is complete, click
http://smbtelephones.att.com/registration
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5
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have difficulty operating your system, try the following suggestions in this section:

“Common Troubleshooting Procedures” on page 166

“Display Messages” on page 174

“Initial Installation” on page 179

“WebUI” on page 180

“Deskset Menu” on page 186

“PC/Deskset Interaction” on page 186

“Calls” on page 187

“SB67050 Analog Terminal Adapter” on page 198

“SIP Gateway” on page 217.
For customer service or product information, contact the person who installed
your system. If your installer is unavailable, visit our web site at
www.telephones.att.com/smb or call 1 (888) 916-2007. In Canada
dial 1 (888) 883-2474.
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Common Troubleshooting Procedures
Follow these procedures to resolve common issues.
Resolving General Functional Issues.
To resolve a blank screen or device that does not work at all:

Ensure the AC plug is plugged into an electrical outlet not powered by a wall
switch.

Verify that the AC power outlet has power. Try plugging in some other AC device.
If nothing works, contact an electrician or use another power outlet.

Verify that the DC plug is plugged into the power jack on the device.

The system devices are not immediately active when powered up and after a
power interruption. Allow at least 30 seconds for the device to boot up.

If this is a Gateway or ATA, check the LED status. The POWER LED should be
GREEN.

For Desksets connected to Power over Ethernet (PoE), check whether any PoE
switch ports have been configured for devices that require less power. If so,
configure your PoE switch to auto-detect device power requirements. For
Deskset PoE specificiations, see the Synapse Installation Guide.
To resolve a sluggish, unresponsive, or unusually behaving device:
Reset the device by pressing the RESET button for less than five seconds (see Figure 12
on page 167) or by removing and restoring AC power.
Pressing the RESET button for more than five seconds will erase all data and
settings.
To resolve an incorrect system clock:
If the system clock displays the wrong time, the system lacks Internet access for
acquiring current time data.
1.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator and click System Basic Settings.
2.
In the System Time/Date Options section, specify a local Network Time Protocol
(NTP) Server, or manually set the time.
3.
Click
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To restore a Deskset to factory defaults:
To restore a Deskset to factory defaults, insert a pen or paper clip into the reset hole on
the bottom of the Deskset (as shown in Figure 12) and press the RESET button for more
than five seconds.
Figure 12. Deskset Reset Button
To resolve problems with a cordless device:
For problems with features or audio, make sure that the Deskset associated with the
cordless device does not share the problem.
1.
2.
Verify that the device battery has power.

When removed from the charger, the handset screen is lit for about 30 seconds.

When removed from the charger, the headset emits a dial tone or three beeps
when you press ON/OFF.
Verify that the Deskset Cordless Settings screen indicates that the device is
registered.

Press MENU –> 2 –> 6.

If the handset is not registered, register it:

Troubleshooting
a.
Place the handset in the charger.
b.
At the Deskset, press MENU –> 2 –> 6 –> 1 –> Register .
If the headset is not registered, register it:
a.
Place the headset in the charger.
b.
At the Deskset, press MENU –> 2 –> 6 –> 2 –> Register . In Line Appearance
mode, press MENU –> 2 –> 3 –> 2 –> Register .
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Resolving Audio Echoes (PSTN Gateway)
If excessive echo occurs on outside calls consistently, there are two approaches you can
take to troubleshoot the condition:
1.
Check line calibration and parallel devices. The SB67010 PSTN Gateway uses
automatic telephone line calibration to ensure optimal audio performance on outside
calls. You can observe the Gateway line calibration data to understand any telephone
line issues and recalibrate the lines, if necessary. Echoes may sometimes be caused
by other devices using your PSTN lines, or by an outside caller’s phone.
2.
Adjust Echo Suppression and Line Loop Length settings.
To check line calibration and parallel devices:
1.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator. Click PSTN Settings in the navigation menu
at left.
2.
Select a PSTN Gateway from the Select Gateway list. Line Calibration Data appears
as shown in Figure 13.
Figure 13. Line Calibration Data
3.
Check the loss numbers within the Line Calibration Data table for each telephone
line on each Gateway. (A loss number above 10 indicates good audio performance.)
4.
If the loss number is below 10, the system will most often function normally, but
there is an increased likelihood of audio performance issues like echo. If the loss
number is below 10 the following procedures can be used to increase the loss value:
5.
Troubleshooting
a.
Click the Calibrate button for the affected line.
b.
Wait one minute, then click Refresh Line Calibration Data.
If the recalibration has no effect, a parallel device such as a fax adapter, alarm
system, DSL modem, or DSL splitter/filter may be connected to the system. Parallel
external devices may affect line calibration. Disconnect these devices from the
telephone wall jacks that are connected to the same telephone lines, as follows:
a.
Unplug these non-system external devices from their telephone wall jacks.
b.
Recalibrate the affected line.
c.
If there is a significant increase in the loss number and improved audio
performance on those lines after disconnecting a parallel device, you may want
to install separate lines for those parallel devices.
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To adjust Echo Suppression and Line Loop Length settings:
1.
If line recalibration and checking parallel devices do not resolve audio echoes, go to
the Advanced Configuration section on the PSTN Settings page.
2.
Under Echo Suppression for the affected line(s), select Aggressive.
3.
Click
4.
Test your line(s) by establishing a call under the same conditions in which the echo
condition was previously heard.
5.
If the condition persists, leave the Echo Suppression set to Aggressive, and adjust
the Line Loop Length. This setting compensates incoming and outgoing audio
levels depending on line loop length. Try Medium first, click
, then make a
test call.
6.
If the condition persists, try Short, click
to save the settings.
, then make a test call.
You may need to test different combinations of Echo Suppression and Line
Loop Length settings to achieve the desired results.
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Resolving General Audio Issues
Check the following if you hear static, sudden silences, gaps in speech, echoes, distorted
speech, or garbled speech.
To resolve general audio issues:
You may be experiencing network problems.


Your LAN administrator should ensure the following minimum guidelines are met:

A switched network topology, which requires attaching network components
to switches rather than hubs, is recommended. The network should use
standard 10/100 Ethernet switches that carry traffic at a nominal rate of
100 Mbit/s.

The office network infrastructure should use Cat.-5 wiring.
Do not connect a network server PC to the PC port on the Deskset.
If you have Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) service, you may be experiencing telephone line
problems.

Make sure you have a DSL filter plugged in between each DSL line and the
telephone wall jack.

You may need a higher quality DSL filter than you are currently using. You can
also try plugging in multiple DSL filters in sequence to decrease DSL interference.

Move the DSL line to the lowest priority line, which is Line 4 on the highest
numbered PSTN Gateway, as indicated on the Gateway display.
The PSTN Gateway might not have recognized a new outside telephone line, so line
calibration — which allows the PSTN Gateway to adjust its performance depending on the
phone lines’ characteristics — did not occur. After unplugging the telephone line, wait two
full seconds for the LED to turn red before plugging the telephone line back into the
Gateway.
Reconnecting a Deskset to the System
If there are no more than 100 Desksets in the system and a Deskset screen displays
Synch Failed or Synchronizing for a long time, you may need to remove the Deskset
from the system and reconnect it. This problem may have been caused by a network
disruption, the Deskset having been part of a different network, or by an AC power failure.
To reconnect a Deskset to the system:
1.
Ensure that the Deskset is connected to the same LAN subnet as other system
Gateways and Desksets. Ensure that the PC you will use to access the WebUI is either
on the same subnet as Synapse, or that the PC subnet can communicate with the
Synapse subnet. Devices on the same subnet generally share the first three octets of
their IP addresses. If the subnets are different, contact your installer.
2.
If you want to retain the programming for a problem Deskset, back up the Deskset.
a.
Troubleshooting
Log on to the WebUI as administrator on the problem Deskset. Click Device
Management, then Back up/Restore, and then Extension Settings in the
navigation menu at left.
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Select the extension from the Select Extension to Back up list, and click
to save the file to a specified location on your computer. You
will need to locate and retrieve this file later, so make sure you remember where
you saved it. The default file name will be in the format:
backup_ds_[extension number]_[year]-[month]-[day]_[time].cfg.
If you back up the same extension less than one minute after creating the
backup, you may overwrite the earlier backup file.
3.
Perform a complete factory reset to return to the values set at the factory.
a.
Unplug the LAN cable.
b.
Insert a pen or the end of a paper clip into the RESET button, located on the
underside of the Deskset. Hold until Restoring to Factory Defaults appears on
the screen (approximately 5 seconds).
After the Deskset restarts, the screen displays EXT 0.
c.
Reconnect the LAN cable.
The Deskset rejoins the system. Unless the entire system was reset, the Deskset
retains its previous extension number. After the Deskset rejoins the system, the
screen changes from EXT 0 to the previous extension number.
4.
If you backed up the Deskset settings in Step 2, restore your settings.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as the Administrator at the PC where you stored the backup
file.
Synapse Desksets with static IP addresses need to have new addresses assigned
if the Deskset IP addresses are to be used for logging on to the WebUI. At the
Deskset, press MENU –> 3 –> 3 –> 2 to set the IP address.
Troubleshooting
b.
Click Device Management, then click Back up/Restore.
c.
Under Restore Extension Settings, select the Deskset's extension number
from the Select Extension to Restore list. See “Back Up and Restore Settings”
on page 151.
d.
Select the backup file.
e.
Click Restore Extension.
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Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to the System
If there are no more than five Gateways in the system (four PSTN Gateways and one T1
Gateway), and a Gateway or ATA screen displays Synch Failed or Synchronizing for
more than a few minutes, you may need to remove the Gateway or ATA from the system
and reconnect it. This problem may have been caused by the Gateway or ATA having
been part of a different network or by a network disruption, which may have been caused
by an AC power failure.
To reconnect a Gateway or ATA to the system:
1.
Ensure that the Gateway or ATA is connected to the same LAN as other system
Gateways, Desksets, and the PC you will use to access the WebUI. Confirm that the
first three octets of the IP address match other devices in the system.
2.
Back up the system if you are reconnecting a Gateway and this is the only Gateway.
If you are reconnecting a Gateway or ATA, and there are other Gateways
that are synchronized, this step is not necessary.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator using the Gateway or ATA IP Address
shown on the Gateway or ATA display.
b.
Click Device Management, then Back up/Restore, then System Settings in
the WebUI navigation menu at left.
c.
Click Back up System Settings and save the file to a specified location on your
computer. You will need to locate and retrieve this file later, so make sure you
remember where you saved it. The file name will be in the format:
backup_system_[year]-[month]-[day]_[time].cfg.
If you back up the system less than one minute after creating another backup,
you may overwrite the earlier file.
The system backup also saves ATA setup information.
3.
Disconnect the Gateway or ATA from the network by unplugging the Ethernet cable
from the Gateway or ATA LAN port.
4.
Complete a factory reset to restore factory values. Insert a pen or the end of a paper
clip into the RESET button (located on the front of the Gateway and ATA) and hold
it for more than five seconds until the LCD displays Restoring to factory defaults.
5.
Reconnect the Gateway or ATA to the network and ensure that it synchronizes with
the other devices.
6.
If you are reconnecting the only system Gateway, restore your settings.
Troubleshooting
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator at the PC where you stored the backup file.
b.
Click Device Management, then Back up/Restore, then System Settings in
the navigation menu at left.
c.
Under Restore System Settings, click
file.
d.
Click Restore System Settings.
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Power Failure Recovery Procedure
The Synapse system automatically recovers after a power failure. The following describes
the recovery process.
Allow about a minute for the Gateways and ATA to boot up when power returns after a
power failure. The power-up sequence for the Gateways and ATA follows:
1.
About 20 seconds after turning on power to the device, the POWER LED turns on.
2.
When the device finds the network, Synchronizing momentarily appears, indicating
that the device is in the process of detecting and synchronizing with other system
devices.
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When AC power returns after a power failure, the system self-assigns a link-local address
to the Deskset beginning with number 169.254.

If the Deskset is set for automatic IP address configuration, it searches for the
DHCP server. If the DHCP server is found, it assigns an IP address.

If the Deskset is set with static IP addresses, the address does not change.
We recommend that you check each Deskset, Gateway and ATA to confirm that it has
started up properly.
If any of the system devices’ screens report Synch Failed or Synchronizing for more
than 10 minutes, see “Reconnecting a Deskset to the System” on page 170 and
“Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to the System” on page 172 for recovery methods from
these states.
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The time and date may not be correct. The time and date are set on the WebUI.
See “System Basic Settings” on page 36.
The Desksets also automatically restart and synchronize after an AC power
failure.
Some systems will take longer than others depending on the network topology.
Troubleshooting
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Display Messages
The Gateway screen is blank.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Many.

See “To resolve a blank screen or device that
does not work at all:” on page 166.
The Gateway screen displays Joining Site... for more than one minute.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Gateway is failing to
synchronize with a Deskset
configured for a different
system configuration.

Always disconnect the LAN cable before restoring
factory defaults (by pressing the RESET button
more than five seconds).
The system already has the
maximum allowable number
of Gateways connected.

None. The Gateway cannot join the site.
The device screen displays Network Down.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Ethernet cable is
unplugged.

Ensure that one end of the Ethernet cable is
plugged into the port marked LAN on the device
and that the other end is plugged into your office
LAN.

Confirm that the Ethernet port light next to the
Ethernet port is green. If it is not, unplug the
cable and plug it in again.

Check if other network devices, such as
computers, are communicating with the network.
If not, then contact your IT administrator.
There may be a problem with
the office network.
The device screen displays Synch Failed.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The device synch failed when
trying to connect to the
system.

Reset the device. Insert a pen or paper clip into
the reset hole and press for more than five
seconds.
The device was disconnected,
then reconnected after
configuration changes were
made to the system.

See “Reconnecting a Deskset to the System” on
page 170 or “Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to
the System” on page 172.
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Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The device was configured
on another network or has
returned to the system after
being deleted from the
system.

Reset to factory defaults by using a paper clip to
press and hold the RESET button for more than
five seconds. See “Reconnecting a Deskset to the
System” on page 170 or “Reconnecting a
Gateway or ATA to the System” on page 172.
The maximum number of that
type of device has been
reached.

A device must be removed from the network and
deleted from the system before another device
can be added.
The same Deskset extension
number already exists.

Reset the Deskset to factory defaults without the
network cable connected. Use a paper clip to
press and hold the RESET button for more than
five seconds.
The device screen displays Synchronizing.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Not enough time has
elapsed.

The device may display Synchronizing for a few
seconds. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem.
This device is the first
Synapse device on the
network.

Connect another Synapse device to the network.
The devices are on different
subnets.

If you use static IP addresses, ensure that the first
three octets of the device IP address matches the
IP addresses of the other system devices. For
more information, see the Synapse Installation
Guide.
The device may have been
configured on another
network.

Power cycle the Deskset by unplugging the
power cord and plugging it back in.

If power cycling does not work, back up your
Deskset and reset to factory defaults.
a.
Back up the Deskset. See “Back Up and
Restore Settings” on page 151.
b.
Unplug the LAN cable.
c.
Press the RESET button for at least five
seconds.
d.
Restore your settings after the Deskset
restarts.
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Deskset cannot make or receive phone calls and the Deskset screen displays Synchronizing.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Deskset may have an
incompatible software
version.

Log on to the WebUI using the IP address of the
Deskset and update the software. See “Updating
Devices” on page 158.
A Synapse device displays Host Not Found after a user attempts a software upgrade.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The user attempted a
software upgrade with no
outside Internet connection.

Ensure you have Internet connectivity and that
your connection to your Internet Service Provider
is operating normally.

Ensure your firewall is not blocking http requests.

Ensure that http requests are not being directed
to a firewall log-in page.

Ensure that your http requests are not being
routed through a proxy server.
A Synapse device displays an error message other than Host Not Found after a user attempts a
software upgrade.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The device encountered an
unexpected problem.
1.
Disconnect the power to the device, wait a few
minutes, then reconnect the power and try the
upgrade process again.
2.
If the error message persists, contact the person
who installed your system.
3.
If your installer is unavailable, visit our web site at
www.telephones.att.com/smb or call
1 (888) 916-2007. In Canada, call
1 (888) 883-2474.
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T1 Gateway Indicators
I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway SYN/ACT LED is GREEN.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
There are no T1 channels
available to make the call.

Check the T1 trunk configuration.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then T1 Settings.
b.
Verify that Number of Voice Channels and
Lowest Voice Channel have been
configured correctly according to your T1
service.
c.
Click Trunk Reservation and verify that the
assignments are correct.
I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway RAI/LOF/LOS LED is YELLOW.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Yellow Alarm is a
Remote Alarm Indication.
1.
Check the T1 Settings to confirm that the
configuration parameters (Signaling type,
Buildout) correspond to the service provider’s.
2.
If the problem remains, contact your T1 service
provider.
Telephone equipment outside
of your Synapse system is
sending an alarm that signals
that it is receiving unreliable
signals.
I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway RAI/LOF/LOS LED is RED.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Red Alarm indicates Loss
of Frame. A signal is present,
but its pattern cannot be
interpreted.
1.
Check the T1 Settings to confirm that the
configuration parameters (Signaling type, Build
out) correspond to the service provider's.
2.
If the problem remains, contact your T1 service
provider.
There is an error in the signal
from the service provider.
Troubleshooting
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I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway RAI/LOF/LOS LED is flashing RED.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Flashing Red alarm
indicates Loss of Signal
1.
Verify that your T1 cable is connected to the
equipment.
There is loss of valid signal
from the service provider.
2.
Check the T1 Settings to confirm that the
configuration parameters (Signaling type, Build
out) correspond to the service provider's.
3.
If the problem remains, contact your T1 service
provider.
I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway AIS LED is flashing BLUE.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Blue Alarm is an Alarm
Indication Signal.

Contact your T1 service provider.
The T1 circuit is operating
correctly, but the service
provider is not sending
proper data.
I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway LOOPBK LED is GREEN or flashing
GREEN.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The system is in Local
Network or Loopback test
mode.

The LOOPBK LED should only be ON when you
have activated a Loopback test. If this test should
not be running, disable the Loopback Test in the
Admin WebUI.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
T1 Settings, then T1 Diagnostics.
b.
In the Set Loopback Mode list, select None.
c.
Click
.
I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway LOOPBK LED is RED.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The T1 Gateway is not
synchronized with the
Synapse system.

Check the Ethernet connection to your Synapse
T1 Gateway.
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I cannot make or receive phone calls and the T1 Gateway SYN/ACT LED is OFF and RAI/LOF/LOS
LED is RED.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The T1 Gateway is not
synchronized with the T1
service.

Check the correct T1 cable is used and that it is
properly connected to the T1 Gateway.
Initial Installation
The device screen displays Synchronizing.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The device has previous data
and settings that are now
inconsistent with current
system settings.

Erase all Deskset data and settings by unplugging
the LAN cable and pressing the reset button on
the bottom of the Deskset for more than five
seconds.

The Ethernet cable may be connecting the
Network port on the bottom of the Deskset,
marked
, to another system device, rather
than to the Network. Make sure the Ethernet
cable is attached to the LAN.
PSTN Gateway Setup
Line-Status LEDs do not flash red when the telephone line cords are plugged into the Gateway
after power is switched on.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Line calibration allows the
PSTN Gateway to adjust its
performance depending on
the phone lines’
characteristics. The Gateway
may not have performed
calibration.

Make sure an Ethernet cable is plugged into the
port marked LAN.

Unplug the PSTN telephone line and wait two full
seconds for the Gateway line LED to turn red
before plugging it back in.
Bypass jack does not work during power failure.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The PSTN line is not in the
correct jack.

Make sure there is a PSTN line plugged into Line 4.

Make sure an analog phone is plugged into the
Bypass jack (using a modular line cord).
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WebUI
Administrator WebUI
The WebUI is unresponsive.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The web browser
encountered an unexpected
problem.
1.
Close the unresponsive web browser, reopen the
browser, and log on as administrator.
2.
If this does not work, try again using the IP
address of a Deskset that is connected to the PC
you are using.
3.
If this does not work, try closing the browser and
waiting 10 minutes before logging on again.
The WebUI displays “Login to target device failed.”
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The software version of the
device you are currently
logged on to is no longer
compatible with the software
version of other devices
within the network.
1.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator using the
IP address of the device that caused the problem.
Click Device Management, then Update
Device in the WebUI navigation menu at left.
2.
Click
. The selected device
updates its software and reboots.
3.
After the device reboots, check the software
version number on the device to confirm that the
upgrade was successful.

On the Deskset, press MENU –> 4. Note the
P Firmware Ver [030/031] or Software
Ver [020/025] value.

On the Gateway or ATA, press the
to access the main menu. Then select
Device Information, then SW Ver.
key
The device to be updated is
unplugged.

Verify that the device is powered up.
The device to be updated has
failed to synchronize with the
system.

Verify that the other device says Synchronized.
If it does not, see “Reconnecting a Deskset to the
System” on page 170 or “Reconnecting a
Gateway or ATA to the System” on page 172.
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A Synapse device upgrade failed, the WebUI displays “Login to target device failed”, and the
WebUI and device screens display the old software version.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The software version of the
device you are currently
logged on to is no longer
compatible with the software
version of other devices
within the network.
1.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator using the
IP address of a device that does not have updated
software and is not having any problems. Click
Device Management, then Update Device.
2.
Select a device from the Update Device list. Do
not select the device whose IP address you are
using.
3.
Click
. The selected device
updates its software and reboots.
4.
After the device reboots, check the software
version number on the device to confirm that the
upgrade was successful.
5.
Troubleshooting

On the Deskset, press MENU –> 4. Note the
P Firmware Ver [030/031] or Software
Ver [020/025] value.

On the Gateway or ATA, press the
key
to access the main menu. Then select Device
Information, then SW Ver.
After updating all other devices, upgrade the
device whose IP address you are using.
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Some devices did not update after using
.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Did not allow enough time for
software to update due to a
slow Internet connection.

Wait 30 minutes, then check whether additional
devices have been updated. If devices are still
being updated, then the Internet connection is
slow and you must wait for all the devices to
complete the update process.

If the update has failed (you see a failure
message), click
again. Allow
sufficient time for the upgrade process to
complete. You may prefer to schedule a system
update to take place overnight.

Update individual devices manually either
through the front panel or through the WebUI for
that particular device.
If you are using the WebUI to upgrade the
device, ensure that you log on using that
device’s IP address.

Power cycle each device that did not get
upgraded. Unplug the power cord and plug it
back in. As each device reboots, it automatically
updates (if it detects updated software in the
system).
The Outgoing Caller ID option does not appear on the Extension Basic Settings page of the
administrator WebUI.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
A DID number has not been
assigned.

Assign a DID number to the extension. See “DID
Assignments” on page 79.
An extension number was not changed correctly.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
That extension may have
been on a call while the
extension number was
changed in the WebUI, or
someone tried to change the
extension number to a
number that was already
being used.

Change the extension number again. Make sure
no one is using that extension while you are
changing its settings.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
Extension Settings, then Basic Settings.
b.
Enter a new extension number in the Change
Extension Number to box.
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I changed an extension number, but the DID number did not change.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
DID numbers do not change
when extension numbers are
changed.

Assign a DID number to the extension. See “DID
Assignments” on page 79.
I cannot find the specific DID number for assignment on the DID Assignments page.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
There may be a DID range
error. The DID is not within
the DID ranges configured.

Check the DID ranges configuration. See “DID
Configuration” on page 77.
WebUI reverts to Log-in page after clicking a navigation link.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The browser is not checking
for newer versions of pages.

Ensure that your Internet browser is working
normally. It may not be automatically caching
pages. In your browser settings, enable the
browser to automatically check for newer
versions of stored pages.
Changes made to the T1 Settings WebUI page do not change the system.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Clicking
alone may
not perform the needed
reset of the T1 Gateway.

After you make changes to the T1 Settings WebUI
page and click
, press the T1 Gateway
RESET button for less than five seconds or
remove and restore AC power to the T1 Gateway.
Pressing the RESET switch for more
than five seconds will erase all data
and settings.
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Changes made to System Configuration from the WebUI are not saved.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The device whose IP address
you used to log on to the
WebUI failed to synchronize
with the system. The WebUI
displays “Unable to save data
at this time. Please re-enter
and try again.”

Check the device status in the footer of the
WebUI page. If the status reads "Synch Failed,"
see “Reconnecting a Deskset to the System” on
page 170 or “Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to
the System” on page 172.
More than one person is
using the WebUI to change
System Configuration at the
same time.

Make sure only one person at a time logs on as
the administrator.
must be clicked on
each page to confirm the
changes.

Click
changes.
on each page to confirm the
A voice prompt recording is not saved.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
You must hang up the
extension before saving the
recording.

After recording a voice prompt, hang up the
extension before clicking
in the
WebUI.
I cannot record a voice prompt.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Calls to the extension you
want to use may be
immediately forwarded.

Choose an extension that is not set up to
automatically forward calls.
My hold announcement is cut off.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Hold announcements in later
versions of Synapse are
limited to two minutes.

Record your hold announcement again. Keep it
under two minutes in length.
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A Synapse device becomes sluggish or unresponsive during or immediately after software
upgrade.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Cannot connect to AT&T
server or the device
encountered an unexpected
problem.

Disconnect the power to the device, wait a few
minutes, then reconnect the power and try the
upgrade process again.
During device upgrade one of the following messages appears: “UNKNOWN ERROR Current image
version” or “UNKNOWN ERROR”.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
A communication error
between the devices and the
server.

If this failure occurred after clicking
, power cycle each device that
did not get upgraded. Unplug the power cord and
plug it back in. As each device reboots, it
automatically updates (if it detects updated
software in the system).

Wait 30 minutes to allow for the device to
update. If the system has a very low bandwidth
Internet connection, it may take up to 4 hours.

If this failure occurred during a manual
single-device update, power cycle the device that
did not get upgraded. Unplug the power cord and
plug it back in. As the device reboots, it
automatically updates (if it detects updated
software in the system).
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Deskset Menu
The menu does not work.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
There may be no power or
the Deskset may need to be
reset.

If the screen is blank, verify that power is applied.

Reset the Deskset. Insert a pen or paper clip into
the reset hole and press for less than five
seconds.
PC/Deskset Interaction
Internet connection or access to the local network on my computer does not work after installing
the Deskset.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Ethernet cords are not
installed correctly.

Check that the Ethernet cord from the computer
is plugged into the Deskset port labeled
.A
second Ethernet cord should be plugged into the
Ethernet port on the Deskset marked
with
the other end plugged into your LAN.
My PC is slower now that I have connected it to the LAN through the Deskset.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
A computer connected
through the Deskset will be
limited to 100 Mbits/s.

Use separate Ethernet connections for the
Deskset and the computer so that the computer
can take advantage of the network’s greater
bandwidth.
My PC, which is connected to the LAN through the Deskset, briefly loses its network connection.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
For PCs connected to the
LAN through Desksets,
disruption to the Deskset
operation affects the PC. For
example, when the Deskset
restarts (possibly due to a
software upgrade) the
connection to the LAN is
temporarily lost.

If the PC is connected to the LAN through the
Deskset, avoid updating software or restoring the
Deskset settings when a user is at the
workstation.

If the PC is connected to the Deskset, and if the
PC is connected to an Uninterruptible Power
Supply (UPS), plug the Deskset into a UPS.

Use separate Ethernet connections for the
Deskset and the computer.
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Calls
Calls Generally
Calls are dropped.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Restoring Deskset settings or
updating software while that
extension is in use will cause
all calls to be dropped.

Avoid updating software or restoring Deskset
settings when a user is likely to be using the
phone.
The network is down.

Ensure that the Ethernet cable is securely
plugged into the network port beneath your
Deskset labeled
and that the other end is
plugged into your office LAN.
The Deskset extension was
changed during the call.

If you made changes to an extension while the
extension was on a call, that call is dropped.
Maximum Call Duration was
exceeded.

None. Adjust the Timer for Forwarded and
Transferred Outside Calls if necessary. See
“Changing the System Basic Settings” on
page 39.
Deskset cannot make or receive phone calls.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Putting the T1 Gateway into
loopback test mode prevents
phone calls from occurring.

Do not run loopback tests while the T1 trunk is in
use.
Your Deskset is not
connected to the LAN.

Ensure that the Ethernet cable is securely
plugged into the network port beneath your
Deskset and that the other end is plugged into
your office LAN.
On outside calls, I hear an excessive echo at the Deskset.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The automatic PSTN Gateway
line calibration did not run
properly.

There may be non-system equipment connected
in parallel to the telephone line. See “To check
line calibration and parallel devices:” on
page 168.
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I cannot retrieve parked calls.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The first digit of an extension
number matches the first
digit of parked calls.

Correct your Dial Plan. Do not have extension
numbers whose first digits match the park
extension prefix. Log on to the WebUI as
administrator, then click Dial Plan Settings.
You hear static, sudden silences, gaps in speech, or garbled speech.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
You may be experiencing
network problems.

Your LAN administrator should ensure the
following minimum guidelines are met:

A switched network topology is
recommended (using standard 10/100
Ethernet switches that carry traffic at a
nominal rate of 100 Mbit/s).

The office network infrastructure should use
Cat.-5 wiring.

Do not connect a network server PC to the PC
port on the Deskset.

Make sure the network cable is plugged in
securely. If you tug on the cable, the plug should
remain inserted.
A call is forwarded or transferred to an outside telephone number and the call is disconnected.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Telephone line to telephone
line call times have been
restricted. Calls that are
forwarded or transferred to
an outside phone number
use two PSTN lines or voice
channels for the duration of
the call. To avoid tying up
two outside lines, these calls
are on a timer.

Reset the timer.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator and
click Basic Settings.
b.
Under the Timer for Forwarded and
Transferred Outside Calls feature, select
the Maximum Call Duration (15 to 120
minutes).
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I am unable to transfer a call to an extension.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The extension is unavailable.

Check if the destination extension is
disconnected from the network.

Ensure that the extension exists.

The destination extension’s call appearances or
lines may be busy.

If the party you have on hold hangs up, call back
and start the transfer process again.
My Deskset does not automatically forward a call to another extension.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Call Forward All settings
are incorrect.

Check that Call Forward All is on. FWD ON
[030/031] or FWD [020/025] should appear in
the top right corner of the Idle screen.

Ensure that a valid extension number has been
entered as a destination extension.

Confirm that the Call Forward All Target is set
to Ext.
I am unable to transfer a call to an outside phone number.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Transferring to an outside
phone number has been
disabled, or no lines are
available.

Check that transferring to an outside phone
number is enabled. On the WebUI, go to
Extension Basic Settings –> 
Call Forward / Transfer to Outside
Telephone Number.

Ensure that a valid outside number is shown in
the to Phone # field. The number must include a
number for external line access if your dial plan
requires it for an outside call. For example,
9-1-555-0123.

Ensure that the Gateway is connected to the
network.

All phone lines may be in use. If so, try again later.
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Deskset does not automatically forward a call to an outside phone number.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Forwarding to outside phone
number has been disabled or
Call Forward All or the Call
Forward–No Answer settings
are incorrect.

Check that Call Forward All is on. FWD ON
[030/031] or FWD [020/025] should appear in
the top right corner of the Idle screen. Press
CallFwd [030/031] or MENU –> 1 –> 6
[020/025] to turn this feature on.

Check that forwarding to an outside phone
number has been enabled. See “Fwd/Trans to
Outside Line” on page 13.

Ensure that a valid outside number is shown in
the to Phone # field. The number must include a
number for external line access if your dial plan
requires it for an outside call. For example,
9-1-555-0123.

Confirm that the Call Forward All Target is set
to Phone#. On the Deskset, press 
MENU –> 2 –> 2 [030/031] 
or MENU –> 2 –> 2 –> 1 [020/025].
I am unable to manually forward a call to Voicemail.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Incoming Ring Group calls
and incoming Call Queue
calls cannot be forwarded to
Voicemail by a Deskset user.

You can designate a Deskset as a forwarding
destination if the Ring Group call is unanswered.
If that Deskset does not answer the forwarded
call, the call will be forwarded again according to
that Deskset’s settings. See “To create, edit, or
delete a Ring Group:” on page 101.
I don’t hear a Park Ringback tone.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Ringer volume is set to
OFF.

On the Deskset, press the VOL + button.
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Incoming Calls
My Deskset does not receive incoming calls.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Incoming call notifications
have been suppressed or
delayed, or incoming calls are
redirected by the Deskset, or
incoming calls are not
directed to the Deskset.

Verify that Do Not Disturb is off. Make sure that
DND ON [030/031] or DND [020/025] is not in
the top right corner of the Idle screen. Turn this
feature off by using the Deskset Idle screen soft
keys.

Call Appearance mode only — Verify that Call
Forward All is off. Make sure that FWD ON
[030/031] or FWD [020/025] is not in the top
right corner of the Idle screen. Press CallFwd
[030/031] or MENU –> 1 –> 6 [020/025] to
turn this feature off.

Call Appearance mode only — Verify that the
Audible Ring Delay is not set too long. Press
MENU –> 1 –> 2 –> 2 [030/031] or MENU –> 2
–> 3 –> 2 [020/025] to adjust the ring delay.

If the Deskset does not ring on an incoming call,
press the VOL+ key to increase ringer volume.

Incoming calls may be directed to a Ring Group
or Call Queue that you are not part of. Calls may
also be redirected via DID numbers and Trunk
Routing.

Line Appearance mode only — Incoming calls on
the line are being forwarded to a CFNA
destination and the Seconds before
Forwarding setting is 0 Seconds.

Press the VOL+ key to increase ringer volume.

Call Appearance mode only — Verify that the
Audible Ring Delay is set to 0 seconds. Press
MENU –> 1 –> 2 –> 2 [030/031] or MENU –> 2
–> 3 –> 2 [020/025] to adjust the ring delay.
The ringer volume is too low
or a ring delay is set.
I receive only caller ID numbers, not caller ID names.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Your T1 telephone service
provider may use DMS-100
or 5ESS signaling protocols,
which do not support caller
ID name delivery.

Talk to the service provider about obtaining
PRI-NI2 signaling.
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Outside caller cannot find an extension in the Auto Attendant Directory.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The user for that Deskset has
not recorded a Personal
Name.

Record a name at the Deskset. Press MENU –> 2
–> 5 [030/031] or MENU –> 2 –> 1 –> 2
[020/025] to record a Personal Name to be
played to callers.
A first and last name have
not been entered into the
Extension list.

To enter a name, see “Extension Basic Settings”
on page 112.
The outside caller may not
be waiting long enough for
the search.

Tell callers that after spelling the name, they can
press the pound (#) sign to start the search.
Calls directed to the operator do not get there.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
You deleted an old Deskset
and replaced it with a new
one. Even though you backed
up the Deskset settings first
and restored them to the
new Deskset, the system
operator assignment must be
redone.

If you remove a Deskset from the system, any
system settings, such as operator assignment to
that extension, will change to the
lowest-numbered extension. See “Deleting
Devices” on page 147.
Caller fails to get though or hears “Invalid extension” when calling a Direct Inward Dial phone
number.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
There may be a DID settings
error or the Deskset is not
connected to the system.

Verify that the Deskset status is Synchronized
by pressing MENU –> 4 and looking at the
Status.

Verify that the DID has been assigned to the
correct extension. See “DID Assignments” on
page 79.
Call does not Auto Answer.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Deskset is set to Call
Forward All.

Deactivate Call Forward All on the user’s Deskset.
On the idle screen, press CallFwd [030/031] 
or MENU –> 1 –> 6 [020/025].
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Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Deskset is in DND mode.

Deactivate DND on the user’s Deskset. On the Idle
screen, press DND [030/031] or
MENU –> 1 –> 5 [020/025].
Your Auto Answer delay is
greater than your
Call-Forward–No Answer
delay.

Adjust the Auto Answer delay. On the Deskset,
press MENU –> 2 –> 3 [030/031] 
or MENU –> 2 –> 2 –> 2 [020/025].
Direct Intercom is enabled
and only calls from certain
extensions are automatically
answered.

Disable Direct Intercom, then enable Auto
Answer on the Deskset. On the Deskset, press
MENU –> 2 –> 3.
Ring Group calls cannot be
automatically answered.

If possible, assign a DID number to the extension.
The Deskset user should ask people whose calls
the user wants auto answered to dial the DID
number.
Caller ID is not working. The display shows  Phone#  and a digit for the name, and the same digit
for the phone number.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Your organization does not
subscribe to caller ID service
or you have DSL phone lines
without filters installed.

Caller ID is a subscription service. You must
subscribe to this service from your local
telephone service provider for this feature to
work on your phone.

The caller must be calling from an area that
supports caller ID.

Both you and your caller’s telephone companies
must use caller ID-compatible equipment.

If you have DSL phone lines, confirm that you
have a DSL filter plugged in between each
Deskset and DSL wall jack. The DSL filter must be
plugged into the wall jack, not the Gateway.
A caller hears, “That key is not recognized” or “The key you have pressed is not recognized”.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The caller pressed an invalid
key when interacting with
the Auto Attendant.

Confirm that your Auto Attendant main menu
presents the correct options for the Auto
Attendant flow you have created.
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A caller hears, “Invalid extension” while working with the Auto Attendant.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The caller entered an
extension number that does
not exist in your system.

Provide callers with the correct extension
number.
The caller was forwarded to
an extension number that
does not exist in your system
when interacting with the
Auto Attendant.

A Deskset may have been disconnected from the
network since the Auto Attendant was set up.
Incoming calls do not come in.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Caller dialed a DID fax
number.

Use your Pilot number for your outgoing caller ID
and make sure others know that your DID fax
number should not be used for incoming calls.
The Auto Attendant does not send calls to the correct extension.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
You deleted an old Deskset
and replaced it with a new
one. Even though you backed
up the Deskset settings first
and restored them to the
new Deskset, the Auto
Attendant settings for that
set were deleted. If any Auto
Attendant menus used that
Deskset as a destination,
those settings were erased.

If you remove a Deskset from the system, any
Auto Attendant menu assignment to that
extension reverts to None.

Review your Auto Attendant menus. Log on to the
WebUI as administrator and click
Auto Attendant, then Menus.

Use the Copy/Replace feature when adding a
replacement Deskset to the system. See
“Copy/Replace Deskset” on page 20 and
“Copying and Replacing Devices” on page 156.
Outside callers cannot directly dial extensions after the Auto Attendant answers.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The first digit of the
extension matches an Auto
Attendant Menu item.

Ensure that the first digits of the extension
numbers do not match any Auto Attendant menu
choices. Change the Auto Attendant menu
choices or the first digits of the extensions so
they do not match.

Ensure that the Phone Extension Prefix does not
match any Auto Attendant menu choices. Change
the Auto Attendant menu choices or the Phone
Extension Prefix so they do not match.
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Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Direct Dial is not enabled.

On the Auto Attendant menu page, turn Enable
Direct Dial On.
Ring Group Round Robin extensions do not ring in the correct order.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The system time is not
properly configured.

All devices’ time settings need to be
synchronized.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator and
click Basic Settings. Set the System
Time/Date Options.
b.
Set the System Time/Date Options to
automatic (if the Internet is available) or to
manual.
Incoming DID calls do not reach my extension.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Outside caller dialed the
caller ID number that came
with a fax or an outgoing
voice call was made on the
fax line. Outside calls placed
to the DID fax number go
directly to the fax machine.

Ensure that fax line uses the Pilot Number for
outgoing CID.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator and
click Direct Inward Dial.
b.
Set the Outgoing Caller ID for all
Extensions to System Pilot Number
(global setting).
c.
Click
.
Extension Monitor key does not flash for incoming calls.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The system is in Line
Appearance mode.
None. In Line Appearance mode, the Extension
Monitor key LED flashes green for an incoming call
when:

the call is on the Intercom line

an external call is forwarded to an extension
through a Call Forward-No Answer setting

an external call is transferred to an extension.
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Outgoing Calls
I cannot dial an outside number. I reach an extension instead.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The extension prefix matches
the first digit of the outside
phone number you tried to
dial, and you don't have to
dial a digit before dialing
outside phone numbers.

Configure your dial plan to require a unique
number for external line access. Log on to the
WebUI as administrator, click System Settings,
then Dial Plan Settings.

If you want to maintain the ability to dial outside
phone numbers without a preceding digit, change
the extension prefix to avoid matching the first
digits of commonly called outside phone
numbers.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
Extension Settings, then Basic Settings.
b.
Enter a new extension number in the range
100–999 or 1000–9999 into the Change
Extension Number to box.
Unable to make outside calls.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
An outside phone number
cannot be accessed through
the Gateway.

Ensure that you enter a 9 or whatever digit, if any,
that must be dialed first for an outside call. For
example, 9-1-555-0123.

If you see All Phone Lines Busy on the Deskset
screen, try again later because all outside lines
may be in use.

Ensure that a Gateway is connected to the
network and that it resides on the same subnet
as the Deskset.
I cannot make international long distance calls.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
If no number for external line
access is set, phone
numbers, including
international or country
codes, that start with 0 (zero)
will go to the Synapse
system operator.

Configure your dial plan to require a unique
number for external line access. Log on to the
WebUI as administrator, click System Settings,
then Dial Plan Settings.
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I cannot access phone company services like 411.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
If any x11 extensions already
exist (such as 411, or 611),
then the extensions take
precedence. In other words,
dialing 411 calls extension
411, not the 411 directory
service. 911 cannot be
assigned as an extension
number.


Change the extension number.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
Extension Settings, then Basic Settings.
b.
Enter a new extension number in the range
100–999 or 1000–9999 into the Change
Extension Number to box.
Ensure that you enter a 9 or whatever digit, if any,
that must be dialed first for an outside call. For
example, 9-1-555-0123.
Even though I have a Trunk reservation, there is no outside line available for dialing calls.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Incoming calls can use
reserved trunks or channels.
All available channels may be
busy with the incoming calls.

Wait for an available channel or contact your
service provider to add more voice channels.
The PSTN Trunk reservation is not being honored.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
An incoming call may be
using that line. Parking calls
and forwarding calls on a
reserved trunk does not free
up the trunk.

Set up Trunk Routing to reserve the incoming
path to the “special” extension. On the
administrator WebUI, click System Settings,
then Trunk Routing.

Forwarded call must end before the reserved
trunk is available.
I cannot make an outgoing call on a system with reserved trunks.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
All lines and channels are
being used for active or
incoming calls, or are
reserved for other extensions.

If all trunks are reserved, extensions with trunk
reservations cannot make calls. You can either
remove the reservations from some trunks or
arrange for additional analog telephone lines or
T1 channels.
DDNs (Directory Dial Numbers) do not dial out properly from the Call Log.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
This system does not support
DDN.

DDNs in the Call Log are treated like all other
caller ID phone numbers.
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SB67050 Analog Terminal Adapter
General Troubleshooting
ATA does not work at all. The Power LED is off.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
There is no power to the
device.

Ensure the AC plug is plugged into an electrical
outlet not powered by a wall switch.

Verify that the AC power outlet has power. Plug
in a lamp. If the lamp won’t light, contact an
electrician or use another power outlet.

Verify that the DC plug is a 12V 1500mA adapter
and plugged into the power jack marked DC 12V
on the front of the ATA.
ATA screen displays Network Down.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The Ethernet cable is
unplugged.

Ensure that one end of the Ethernet cable is
plugged into the port marked LAN on the front of
the ATA and that the other end is plugged into
your office LAN.

Confirm that the Ethernet port light next to the
Ethernet port on the ATA is green. If it is not,
unplug the cable and plug it in again.

Check if other network devices, such as
computers, are communicating with the network.
If not, then contact your IT administrator.
There may be a problem with
the office network.
ATA screen displays Synch Failed.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The ATA was disconnected,
then reconnected after
configuration changes were
made to the system.

See “Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to the
System” on page 172.
The ATA was configured on
another network or has
returned to the Synapse
system after being deleted
from the system.

Reset to factory defaults by using a paper clip to
press and hold the RESET button (located on the
front of the unit) for more than five seconds. See
“Reconnecting a Gateway or ATA to the System”
on page 172.
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ATA is not active immediately after a power interruption.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The ATA needs time to
restore service.

Allow at least 30 seconds for the ATA to boot up
again after a power failure.
Music on Hold (MoH)
Music on Hold (MoH) is not playing and the AUX IN LED (right of the ATA LCD screen) is OFF.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
MoH is disabled.

Log on to the WebUI as administrator. On the
Hold/Park Settings page, enable Music on
Hold and set Select Port for the desired ATA,
then click
.
MoH is not playing and the AUX IN LED (right of the ATA LCD screen) is solid RED, but MoH is
enabled in the WebUI.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
MoH not properly connected
and no connected equipment
is detected in AUX IN.

Verify that an audio source is connected to AUX
IN on the ATA and power is applied.
MoH audio is interrupted.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Hold Announcement is
enabled.

The Hold Announcement is a feature that repeats
a recorded audio clip at regular intervals during
MoH. See “Configuring Hold/Park Settings and
Music on Hold” on page 88.
My audio player jack is not the same size as the supplied audio cable.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Your audio device does not
have a 3.5 mm audio out
jack.

Use a different audio cable with ends to fit your
audio device and the 3.5 mm AUX IN jack on the
ATA.
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MoH is not playing and the AUX IN LED (right of the ATA LCD screen) is GREEN.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
MoH not properly configured.

Verify that the audio source is playing and not
muted.

Set the MoH output volume level by adjusting the
playback volume of the music source device
connected to the ATA. You may need to set the
volume near the maximum.

Some MoH sources without volume controls, such
as those with audio-out jacks, are usually very
loud and might be too loud.

Synapse limits the volume of the sound delivered
to the phone line. Because of this, there may be
audio clipping (missing sounds) for some sources.

Use different hold music. Some types of music
sound better than others when played across a
telephone line. For example, classical music with
extreme volume fluctuations may not sound very
good when used as MoH.

Verify that the audio source meets the electrical
specifications for ATA AUX IN. See “Appendix A:
Technical Specifications” in the Synapse
Installation Guide.

Verify that Hold Announcement is not playing a
silent message. See “Configuring Hold/Park
Settings and Music on Hold” on page 88.
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MoH audio is too quiet, fluctuating, or dropping out.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
The volume on the audio
source is too low or too high.
If the volume is too high,
overdriven audio
components may be causing
short periods of sound to
drop out (not be heard).

If you can adjust the output volume of your audio
source (like the headset jack of an MP3 player),
call into your Synapse system, place the call on
hold, listen to MoH on the outside line, and adjust
the audio volume on your audio source up or
down until the best sound quality is achieved.

If your audio source does not have adjustable
volume, such as the AUX OUT on a radio, verify
that the audio source meets the electrical specs
for ATA AUX IN. See “Appendix A: Technical
Specifications” in the Synapse Installation Guide.

If you created a recording to use as the audio
source, try to adjust the recording volume by
speaking louder or speaking closer to the
microphone.

Use different hold music. Some types of music
sound better than others when played across a
telephone line. For example, classical music with
extreme volume fluctuations may not sound very
good when used as MoH.

Use an audio source with output volume control.
Using audio source outputs
whose levels are not
adjustable, such as RCA “Line
Out”, may result in
unacceptable background
music levels.
Do not exceed the ATA AUX IN input specifications. Grossly exceeding these
specifications can damage the ATA. See “Appendix A: Technical Specifications”
in the Synapse Installation Guide available at
www.telephones.att.com/synapseguides.
Troubleshooting
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Overhead Paging (OHP)
OHP General Troubleshooting
Overhead paging (OHP) is not working.
Cause
Action
You don’t know whether your
OHP is single-zone or
multi-zone and whether it
needs an FXS or an
Audio-Out connection.

The OHP may not be properly
installed.
There are three possible configurations for OHP:

Single-zone paging connected to the AUX
OUT jack.

Single-zone paging connected to one of the
two FXS ports.

Multi-zone paging connected to one of the
two FXS ports.

Select the appropriate configuration for your
specific paging equipment. See “Overhead
Paging Overview (ATA Required)” on page 93.

Refer to your OHP product documentation and
the respective troubleshooting section below.
The paging equipment, the jack it is plugged into,
and the WebUI must all match.

For OHP equipment connected to an FXS port,
verify WebUI configuration:
a.
Connect a corded phone to the FXS port
configured for paging and verify that the
phone rings when it is paged.
b.
If the phone does not ring, there is a problem
with the WebUI configuration or the
installation at the ATA.
c.
If the phone rings, the configuration allows
communication with the OHP. Verify that your
paging equipment has power and is on.
Refer to your paging equipment
documentation if there are still problems.
I cannot add a multi-zone Paging Zone to other Paging Zones.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Multi-zone paging does not
allow a combination of OHP
equipment and Desksets
within one Paging Zone.

Page multi-zone OHP zones separately from
extensions.
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Unable to make phone calls on the extension configured for the FXS OHP port.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
System limitation.

Once an FXS is configured for OHP, it cannot be
used for audio calls, nor will it receive voice calls.
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Single-Zone OHP Connected to AUX OUT Jack
For OHP equipment connected to the AUX OUT jack, this Troubleshooting refers to the
ATA front-panel AUX OUT LED. This describes the behavior of these LEDs:

OFF: There is a problem with the WebUI configuration for OHP. Either Paging is
disabled, or the selected Paging Port is not AUX OUT.

RED: Although the WebUI supports OHP, no connection is detected.

Steady GREEN: The WebUI is configured for OHP on AUX OUT, it is enabled, and
the ATA has detected that a cable is connected.

Flashing GREEN: An OHP is in progress.
We also use these LEDs to help diagnose problems.
Single-zone OHP on AUX OUT is not working and the AUX OUT LED (right of the ATA screen) is OFF.
Cause
Action
The OHP is not configured in
the WebUI for use on AUX
OUT.

The OHP is not a member of
a Paging Zone.

Verify the Single-Zone on AUX OUT WebUI
configuration:
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Overhead Paging.
b.
Verify that Paging is Enabled. If not, select
Enable.
c.
Verify that the Paging System Type is set to
Single Zone.
d.
Verify that Select Paging Port is set to AUX
OUT and that your OHP system is plugged
into the AUX OUT jack.
e.
Click
.
Verify that the OHP equipment is part of the
Paging Zone that you are trying to page. See
“Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging Zones” on
page 98.
Single-zone OHP on AUX OUT is not working and AUX OUT LED (right of the ATA screen) is solid
RED.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
The OHP is configured for
use, but no connector is
detected in the jack.

Verify that your paging equipment is connected
to AUX OUT. If not, connect it, or change the OHP
configuration in the WebUI if your OHP
equipment is intended to be connected to an FXS
port. For background information and
configuration instructions, see “Overhead Paging
Overview (ATA Required)” on page 93.
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Single-zone OHP on AUX OUT is not working and the AUX OUT LED (right of the ATA screen) is
solid GREEN and the WebUI is configured for paging through the AUX OUT jack.
Cause
Action
The ATA has detected a cable
connected to the AUX OUT
jack. There may be a problem
with your paging equipment
or its configuration.

Refer to your OHP product documentation for
installation and configuration instructions.

To isolate OHP-related problems, connect PC
speakers to the AUX OUT jack configured for
paging. If the page is broadcast through the
speakers when paged, refer to the documentation
that came with your OHP.

Verify your paging equipment configuration.
Check to see if the OHP system has settings that
need to be adjusted to work with Synapse. Refer
to your paging equipment documentation or to
your VAR.
Single-zone OHP on AUX OUT is not working and the AUX OUT LED (right of the ATA screen) is
flashing GREEN.
Cause
Action
Paging is active (a user on
the system is paging the
OHP system). There may be a
problem with the paging
equipment or its setup.

Verify your paging equipment configuration.
Check to see if the OHP system has settings that
need to be adjusted to work with Synapse. Refer
to your paging equipment documentation or to
your installer.
In single-zone paging, paging starts on Desksets before the paging starts on the OHP system.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Paging delay is too short.

Verify that the Paging Delay is set to an
appropriate delay to work with your OHP system.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Overhead Paging.
b.
Set the Paging Delay.
c.
Click
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Single-Zone OHP Connected to an FXS Port
For OHP equipment connected to an FXS port, this Troubleshooting refers to the ATA
front-panel FXS LED for the FXS port you are using for the OHP equipment. When the
equipment is properly installed, and everything is configured correctly, this is the
behavior of these LEDs:

OFF: There is no paging activity.

Flashing GREEN: A user has initiated a page.

Solid GREEN: A device other than an OHP (such as a fax machine) is connected
to the FXS port and has gone off hook.
We also use these LEDs to help diagnose problems.
Single-zone OHP on FXS is not working.
Cause
Action
The OHP may not be properly
installed.

Test basic OHP functionality.
a.
Connect a corded phone to the FXS port
configured for paging.
b.
Page all extensions and verify that the phone
rings when paged.
c.
If the phone does not ring, there is a problem
with the WebUI configuration or the
installation at the ATA.
d.
If the phone rings, the configuration allows
communication with the OHP, verify that your
paging equipment has power and is on.
Refer to your paging equipment
documentation if there are still problems.
There may be a problem with
the paging equipment or its
setup.
Troubleshooting

Verify your paging equipment configuration.
Check to see if the OHP system has settings that
need to be adjusted to work with Synapse. Refer
to your paging equipment documentation or to
your installer.
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Cause
Action
There may be a problem with
the connection between the
FXS port and the OHP system.

Verify that your paging equipment is connected
to FXS 1 or FXS 2. If not, connect it, or change
the OHP configuration in the WebUI if your OHP
equipment is intended to be connected to the
AUX OUT jack. For background information and
configuration instructions, see “Overhead Paging
Overview (ATA Required)” on page 93.

Verify the Single-Zone on FXS WebUI
configuration:
There may be a problem with
the Paging Zone setup.

a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator and
click Overhead Paging.
b.
Verify that Paging is set to Enable.
c.
Verify that the Paging System Type is set to
Single Zone.
d.
Verify that Select Paging Port is set to
FXS 1 or FXS 2 on the desired ATA and that
your OHP system is plugged into the FXS port
you selected.
e.
Click
.
Verify that the Paging Zone you are paging
includes Overhead Page.
Single-zone OHP on FXS is not working and the FXS LED (right of the ATA screen) for the FXS port
that is used for the OHP equipment is solid GREEN.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
A device other than an OHP
(such as a fax machine) is
connected to the FXS port
and has gone off hook.

Ensure that the OHP is connected to the correct
ATA port.

Refer to your OHP product documentation for
installation and configuration instructions.

Verify WebUI configuration (see “Verify the
Single-Zone on FXS WebUI configuration:” above).
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Single-zone OHP on FXS is not working and the FXS LED (right of the ATA screen) for the FXS port
that is used for the OHP equipment is OFF.
Cause
Action
No signal is detected.

There is no signal when no one is paging or the
FXS ports are not configured for overhead paging.

Verify that your paging equipment is connected
to FXS 1 or FXS 2. If not, plug it in, and verify
your OHP equipment connections.

See “Creating, Editing and Deleting Paging
Zones” on page 98.
The OHP is not a member of
a Paging Zone.
In single-zone paging, paging starts on Desksets before the paging starts on the OHP system.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Paging delay is too short.

Verify that the Paging Delay is set to an
appropriate delay to work with your OHP system.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Overhead Paging.
b.
Set the Paging Delay.
c.
Click
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Multi-Zone OHP Connected to an FXS Port
For OHP equipment connected to an FXS port, this Troubleshooting refers to the ATA
front-panel FXS LED for the FXS port you are using for the OHP equipment. When the
equipment is properly installed, and everything is configured correctly, this is the
behavior of these LEDs:

OFF: There is no paging activity.

Flashing GREEN: A user has initiated a page.

Solid GREEN: A device other than an OHP (such as a fax machine) is connected
to the FXS port and has gone off hook.
We also use these LEDs to help diagnose problems.
With multi-zone paging, paging all extensions does not broadcast over my OHP equipment.
Cause
Action
Multi-zone OHP cannot be
paged at the same time as
Desksets.

To page the OHP, the user must select Overhead
Paging from the Paging Zones selection screen
on the Deskset. Selecting any other zone will not
page the OHP system, even if the Paging Zones
did include Overhead Paging prior to changing
the Paging System Type to multi-zone.
Multi-zone OHP is not working.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Inconsistent configuration.

Verify the Multi-Zone WebUI configuration:
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings –> Overhead Paging.
b.
Verify that Paging is set to Enable.
c.
Verify that the Paging System Type is set to
Multi Zone.
d.
Verify that Select Paging Port is set to an
FXS port and that your OHP system is
plugged into that FXS port.
e.
Click
.
The OHP cannot be paged at
the same time as the
Desksets.

Page the Desksets and OHP separately.
There may be a problem with
the paging equipment or its
setup.

Verify your paging equipment configuration.
Check to see if the OHP system has settings that
need to be adjusted to work with Synapse. Refer
to your paging equipment documentation or to
your installer.
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Cause
Action
There may be a problem with
the Paging Zone setup.

Verify that the Paging Zone you are paging is
Overhead Paging.
There may be a problem with
the connection between the
FXS port and the OHP system.

Verify the connection between the FXS port and
your OHP system. For background information
and configuration instructions, see “Overhead
Paging Overview (ATA Required)” on page 93.
Multi-zone OHP is not working and the FXS LED (right of the ATA screen) for the FXS port that is
used for the OHP equipment is OFF.
Cause
Action
No signal is detected.

There is no signal when no one is paging.

Verify that your paging equipment is connected
to FXS 1 or FXS 2. If not, connect it, and check
your OHP equipment connections.

Verify the WebUI configuration. See “Setting Up
Overhead Paging” on page 94.
Inconsistent configuration.
Multi-zone OHP is not working and the FXS LED (right of the ATA screen) for the FXS port that is
used for the OHP equipment is solid GREEN.
Cause
Action
A device other than an OHP
(such as a fax machine) is
connected to the FXS port
and has gone off hook.

Refer to your OHP product documentation for
installation and configuration instructions.

Verify the WebUI configuration. See “Setting Up
Overhead Paging” on page 94.
Multi-zone OHP is not working and the FXS LED (right of the ATA screen) for the FXS port that is
used for the OHP equipment is flashing GREEN.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Someone has initiated a page,
but the OHP equipment has
not yet acknowledged the
page request.

Verify the connection between the FXS port and
your OHP system. See “Overhead Paging
Overview (ATA Required)” on page 93.

Verify your paging equipment configuration.
Check to see if the OHP system has settings that
need to be adjusted to work with Synapse.
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Fax Configuration
While using T.38 mode, unable to receive faxes or having persistent fax transmission failures.
Cause
Action
Incompatible Fax Mode
setting.

Change the Fax Mode setting:
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Fax Configuration.
b.
Set PSTN Fax Mode to G.711.
c.
Click
.
While using T.38 mode, fax usually works with occasional failures.
Cause
Action
Network impairment issues.

Resend the fax later or use the fax machine’s
retransmission feature.
While using G.711 mode, fax usually works with occasional failures.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Network impairment issues.

Resend the fax later or use the fax machine’s
retransmission feature.

If the above does not work, try switching the Fax
Mode setting.
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Fax Configuration.
b.
Set PSTN Fax Mode to T.38.
c.
Click
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The fax is not working and the ATA FXS LED that corresponds to the port connected to the fax
machine is OFF when the fax is attempting to send or receive a fax.
Cause
Action
The Gateway and the fax are
not communicating.

Verify the connection between the FXS port and
your fax machine. For background information
and configuration instructions, see “Overhead
Paging Overview (ATA Required)” on page 93.

Verify the fax configuration on the WebUI:
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Fax Configuration.
b.
Verify that Fax is set to Enable and that
PSTN Fax Mode is set to the appropriate
setting. See “Fax Configuration (Requires
ATA)” on page 80.
c.
Verify that Fax Destination is set to the
appropriate ATA FXS port and that the fax
machine is physically connected to that jack.
d.
Verify that PSTN Gateway Fax Line is set to
the correct Gateway line. Verify that the
physical outside line on which incoming faxes
are received is connected to the chosen PSTN
Gateway Fax Line on the Gateway. If not,
outgoing faxes will work but incoming faxes
will be directed to the Auto Attendant instead
of being directed to the fax.
e.
Click
f.
Make sure the fax machine has power and is
turned on.
.
The fax is not working and the ATA FXS LED that corresponds to the port connected to the fax
machine is solid GREEN.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
The FXS port is configured for
fax, and a phone connected
to the FXS port is off hook.

Verify the fax machine settings.
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The fax is not working and the ATA FXS LED that corresponds to the port connected to the fax
machine is flashing GREEN.
Cause
Action
The ring voltage is present
but your FXS configuration
may be wrong.

Change the PSTN Fax Mode:
a.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Fax Configuration.
b.
Change the PSTN Fax Mode setting, then
click
.
The default PSTN Fax Mode is G.711. If the
fax fails to work in G.711 mode, switch to
T.38.
The fax machine is connected to the telephone line through the Synapse system and the FXS LED
indications appear correct, yet outgoing faxes fail.
Cause
Action
Number dialed incorrectly.

To send faxes, ensure that you enter a 9 or
whatever digit, if any, that must be dialed first for
an outside call. For example, 9-1-555-0123.
Unable to receive incoming faxes.
Cause
Action
Fax line not configured
properly.
1.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator, click
System Settings, then Fax Configuration.
2.
Verify that PSTN Gateway Fax Line is set to the
correct line.
3.
Verify that the physical outside line on which
incoming faxes are received is connected to the
chosen PSTN Gateway Fax Line on the
Gateway. If not, outgoing faxes will work but
incoming faxes will be directed to the Auto
Attendant instead of being directed to the fax.
4.
Click
.
Problems sending and receiving faxes through the SIP Gateway.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
G.729 codec is not
compatible with fax
transmission.

On the SIP Accounts page, remove G.729 from
the Enabled Codecs list.
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Unable to make phone calls on the telephone that is part of my fax machine.
Cause
Action
System limitation.

Once an FXS is configured for fax, the fax
machine’s integrated telephone cannot be used
for audio calls. If the fax machine has a corded
handset, it will not receive voice calls, and even
though a user may get a dial tone, dialing out is
not possible.
Analog Phone
Analog phone connected to FXS port does not work as expected.
Cause
Action
The WebUI configuration is
incorrect.

Verify that your telephone is connected to FXS 1
or FXS 2. If not, plug it in, or change the analog
telephone configuration in the WebUI. Verify that
your phone is connected to the correct FXS port
and that the phone has power.
1.
Log on to the WebUI as administrator and click
ATA Settings.
2.
Verify that the desired FXS port has a Voice
assignment. If not, try connecting the analog
telephone to the other FXS port or disable the
other assignment. Voice is the default setting
when no other assignments are enabled.
If the desired FXS port is assigned to Fax:
a.
Click System Settings, then
Fax Configuration.
b.
Set Fax to Disable.
c.
Click
.
If the desired FXS port is configured for
Overhead Paging:
Troubleshooting
a.
Click System Settings, then Overhead
Paging.
b.
Set Paging to Disable.
c.
Click
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Cause
Action
Analog phone is working
with Synapse, but does not
have Deskset capabilities.



Troubleshooting
Consider the analog phone limitations:
To make outgoing calls on an analog phone
connected to the FXS port on the ATA, the
outside phone number must be preceded by
9 or whatever digit, if any, that must be dialed
first for an outside call (same as on a
Deskset).
The analog phone connected to the FXS port on
the ATA can pick up incoming calls and make
outgoing calls. Idle, Ringing, Dial, caller ID, and
Active states are all supported, but advanced
features such as Call Waiting, Call Forward, Hold,
Transfer, DND, Paging, Park, and Voicemail are
not supported on analog phones.
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Group Mailbox
Group Mailbox does not work.
Cause
Action
An ATA is not available.

Group Mailboxes reside on the ATA. Connect an
ATA to the Synapse system.
Group Mailbox is full even though it has not reached quota.
Cause
Action
The sum of the quotas for
individual Group Mailboxes
may exceed 180 minutes or
some Group Mailboxes do not
have quotas enabled. In other
words, quotas do not reserve
recording time for a given
Group Mailbox. Quotas only
limit the maximum amount of
recording time available for a
Group Mailbox.

The ATA allows for a total of 180 minutes of
recording time for all Group Mailboxes. You can
assign quotas for individual Group Mailboxes.
Note that the sum of the quotas for individual
Group Mailboxes may exceed 180 minutes.

To free additional recording time for a Group
Mailbox, delete messages on any of the
Group Mailboxes.

To prevent this problem from occurring again,
reduce quotas to add up to 180 minutes or
less, and make sure that all Group Mailboxes
have quotas enabled.

Note that personal messages reside on the
specific Desksets and do not affect Group
Mailbox recording time.
Unable to find a message.
Cause
Action
Group Mailboxes are
accessed by multiple users.

None. Another user may have deleted the
message you are looking for.
The number of new messages changed spontaneously.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Group Mailboxes are
accessed by multiple users.

None. Another user may have listened to the new
messages or cleared “New” indicators from
messages.
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SIP Gateway
SIP Gateway REG LED is RED or SIP Registration status on the WebUI is Unknown.
Cause
Action
Incorrect SIP account
settings.

Make sure your SIP Account settings are set as
per your SIP service provider’s requirements.

On the WebUI SIP Account Settings page, ensure
Static Registration is not selected.

Make sure you have a reliable Internet
connection for the SIP Gateway.

Make sure the SIP service is not down.
Network connection
problems.
SIP Gateway is not working.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
No power to the Gateway.

Check the front panel LEDs on the Gateway:

Make sure the Power LED is on. If not,
connect power to the Gateway.

Make sure that the SYN/ACT and
REGISTRATION LEDs are both on solid
GREEN.
Incorrect SIP account
settings.

Make sure your SIP Account settings are set as
per your SIP service provider’s requirements.
Network connection
problems.

Make sure the SIP Gateway is synchronized to the
system. Check the WebUI Detailed System
Information page.

On the WebUI SIP Account Settings page, ensure
Static Registration is not selected.

Make sure you have a reliable Internet
connection for the SIP Gateway.

Make sure the SIP service is not down.
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Calls on the SIP Gateway terminate unexpectedly.
Cause
Action
Issues with SIP account
settings.

Make sure that your SIP account is registered. The
REGISTRATION LED on the SIP Gateway front
panel should be solid GREEN and the
Registration Status on the WebUI SIP Account
Settings should show Registered.

On the WebUI SIP Account Settings page, ensure
Static Registration is not selected.

Make sure the SIP Gateway is synchronized to the
system. Check the WebUI Detailed System
Information page.

Make sure you have a reliable Internet
connection for the SIP Gateway

Try port forwarding on the router, the port
specified for the SIP Server (see “SIP Gateway
Settings” on page 134) to the SIP Gateway LAN
address.

Make sure that the SIP service is not down.
Network connection
problems.
Calls on the SIP Gateway have intermittent audio.
Cause
Action
Too many simultaneous calls
approaching or exceeding
available network bandwidth.

Enable G.729 codec, or give G.729 priority over
G.711.

Increase network bandwidth to allow for the
maximum number of simultaneous calls you have
purchased.
Calls on the SIP Gateway have one-way audio.
Troubleshooting
Cause
Action
Incorrect LAN configuration.

Check your LAN configuration for the Gateway.
We recommend using the IP subnet 192.x.x.x.
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APPENDIXES
Appendix A: Default Settings
Table 13 through Table 16 list the default settings for the Synapse system, Desksets,
SB67040 Cordless Handset, and SB67050 ATA.
Table 13.
Appendixes
System Default Settings
Parameter
Selection
Default
Admin Password
4 through 6 digits
12345
Administrator Login Name
16 characters max
Admin
Auto Attendant Digit Assignment
(1–9, *, #)
None, Replay, Directory, Previous
Menu, Main Menu, Default Menu,
(user created)
None
Auto Attendant Enable Direct
Dial
On, Off
On
Auto Attendant Enable Operator
On, Off
On
Auto Attendant Unscheduled
Destination
Operator, AA Menus, Call
Queues, Ring Groups, Group
Mailboxes, System Directory,
Extensions, Personal Voicemails
Default Menu
Backup/Restore Settings
All extensions
Nothing
Call Forward Unconditional
On, Off
Off
Call Forward Unconditional
Target Type
Voicemail, Extension
Voicemail
Call Forward–No Answer
On, Off
On
Call Forward–No Answer
Extension Number
All extensions
Operator
Call Forward–No Answer
Seconds Before Forwarding
5 though 45
15
Call Forward–No Answer Target
Type
Off, Voicemail, Extension,
Outside Phone Number
Voicemail
Call Forward–No Answer
Telephone Number
32 Digits Maximum
Nothing
Delete Device
All devices
Nothing
Directory First and Last Name
Fields
20 Digits Maximum
Nothing
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System Default Settings (Continued)
Parameter
Selection
Default
Directory Number Field
32 Digits Maximum
Nothing
Directory Sort
First Name, Last Name
First Name
Display First and Last Name
16 characters maximum
Nothing
Enable Auto Attendant
Scheduled, Manual, Off
Manual
Hold message: Extension for
Recording
All extensions
Nothing
Hold ringback delay
10 to 1800 seconds
180 seconds
Operator Extension
All extensions
Lowest
number
extension
Park ringback delay
10 to 1800 seconds
180 seconds
Ring Group No Answer Target
Extension
All extensions
Operator
Ring Group Seconds Before
Forward
5 to 45 Seconds
15
System Time/Date Option
NTP Server, Custom Server,
Manual
NTP Server
Timer for Forwarded and
Transferred Outside Calls
15 through 120 (in 15-minute
increments)
30
User Password
6 digits maximum
Nothing
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Deskset Default Settings
Parameter
Selection
Default
Backlight
Hi, Lo, Off
Hi
Call Forward All Target
Ext, Mailbox, Phone #
Mailbox
Call Forward–No Answer
Delay
5 through 45 (in 5-second
increments)
15
Call Forward–No Answer
Target
Mailbox, Ext, Phone #, OFF
Mailbox
Call Forward/Trans to outside
line
Enabled/Disabled
Enabled
Contrast
1 through 9
5
Current Greeting
Primary, Alternate, Pre-Set
Pre-Set
Current Name
Personal, Pre-Set
Pre-Set
Date and Time (when server is
not available)
Directory List
All, Personal, System,
Extension
All
First Name/Last Name toggle
First Name, Last Name
First Name
Handset
Registered, Not Registered
Not Registered
Headset
Registered, Not Registered
Not Registered
IP Configuration
Auto, Static
Auto
Key Beeps
On, Off
On
Preferred Audio Mode
Speakerphone, Headset
Speakerphone
Ring Volume
0 through 9
3
Ringtones
1 through 9
1
User Password
0 through 6 Digits
Nothing
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Cordless Handset Default Settings
Parameter
Selection
Default
Contrast
1 through 9
5
Key Beeps
On, Off
On
Ring Volume
0 though 9
3
Ringtones
1 though 9
1
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ATA Default Settings
Parameter
Selection
Default
AUX IN
Enable, Disable
Disable
AUX OUT
Enable, Disable
Disable
Fax Enable
Enable, Disable
Disable
Fax Mode
G.711, T.38
G.711
Fax Destination
FXS 1, FXS 2
None. “Select a Fax
Port” appears
PSTN Fax Line
Line 1, 2, 3, 4
None. “Select a Fax
Line” appears
FXS1
Voice, Fax, OHP
Voice
FXS2
Voice, Fax, OHP
Voice
Group Mailbox Greeting
Pre-Set, Custom
Pre-Set
Group Mailbox Quota
Enable, Disable
Disable
IP Address
Auto (DHCP), Static
Auto (DHCP)
Music on Hold Port
AUX IN
None. “Select a Port”
appears
Overhead Paging Delay
0 though 5
0
Overhead Paging Enable
Enable, Disable
Disable
Overhead Paging Port
FXS 1, FXS 2, AUX OUT
None. “Select a Port”
appears
Overhead Paging System Type
Single Zone, Multi Zone
Single Zone
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SIP Gateway Default Settings
Parameter
Selection
Default
Starting RTP Port
0 to 65535
16384
Select Account to Edit
Up to ten SIP accounts
Create New Account
Account Type
SIP Trunking, Remote Site
SIP Trunking
Account Enabled
n/a
Disabled
Account Name
16 characters/digits
blank
Max Calls
1 to 16
16
Display Name
32 characters/digits
blank
User Name
32 digits 
(no characters allowed)
blank
Auth User Name
32 characters/digits
blank
Auth User Password
32 characters/digits
blank
Primary Number
32 digits 
(no characters allowed)
blank
IP-PBX Signaling Address
Enabled, Disabled 
(SIP Trunking accounts only)
Disabled
Registration Type
Static Registration, Dynamic
Registration
Dynamic
Registration
Registration Expires
0 to 232-1
3600 seconds
SIP Server Address or URL
252 characters/digits 
(no special characters)
blank
SIP Server Port
0 to 65535
5060
Registrar Server Address or
URL
254 characters/digits 
(no special characters)
blank
Registrar Server Port
0 to 65535 (blank is
acceptable)
blank
Outbound Proxy Server
Address or URL
254 characters/digits 
(no special characters; 
blank is acceptable)
blank
Outbound Proxy Server Port
0 to 65535 
(blank is acceptable)
blank
Disabled Codecs
n/a
G.711a
Enabled Codecs
n/a
G.711U, G.729
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Appendix B: Maintenance
Your system contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with
care.
Avoid Rough Treatment
Handle the unit gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your equipment if
you ever need to ship it.
Avoid Water
Your unit can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the equipment outdoors in the rain
or handle it with wet hands. Do not install the equipment near a sink, bathtub, or shower.
Electrical Storms
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.
For your own safety, exercise caution when using electrical appliances during storms.
Cleaning Your Unit
Your unit has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean
it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap solution. Do not use
excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
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Appendix C: Important Safety Instructions
This symbol alerts you to important operating or servicing instructions in this
document. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to
reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock.
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, including the following:

Read and understand all instructions.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use aerosol or
liquid cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or
swimming pool).

Do not place this product on an unstable surface.

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your
home or office, consult your dealer or local power company.

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product
where the cord may be walked on.

Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the unit
because they may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product; take it to
an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the unit other than
specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is
subsequently used.

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.

The power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor
mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is
plugged into a ceiling or an under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service
facility under the following conditions:
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When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

If liquid has been spilled on the product.

If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

If the product does not operate normally when following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product
to normal operation.

If the product has been dropped and the unit has been damaged.
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Appendix D: GPL License Information
Portions of the software associated with this product are open source, and fall within the
scope of the GNU General Public License (GPL). Accordingly, those portions of code are
available to the public, consistent with the requirements of the GPL, in either source code
format or object code format, depending upon the nature of the code at issue. If you
would like to exercise your right to receive the available code, please send a cashier’s
check, payable to VTech Communications, Inc., in the amount of $15.00 (U.S.$) to:
VTech Communications, Inc.,
9590 SW Gemini Drive, Suite 120
Beaverton OR 97008
ATTN: Information Technology Group — Synapse/Syn248 GPL code request, along with a
written request for the available code. If your request does not fully comply with the
foregoing requirements, VTech reserves the right to reject your request. Further, by
requesting and receiving the available code, you release VTech, its affiliates, and its and
their officers, directors, employees, and representatives (“VTech Parties”) from any
liability or responsibility relating to such code, and you acknowledge that the VTech
Parties make no representations with respect to the origin, accuracy, usability, or
usefulness of such code, and the VTech Parties have no responsibility to you whatsoever
concerning the code, including without limitation any responsibility to provide
explanation, support, upgrade, or any communication whatsoever. Your review or use of
the available code is at your sole risk and responsibility.
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GLOSSARY
This glossary provides definitions that pertain to the Synapse telephone system.
10/100 Ethernet Port: An Ethernet port that supports two different speeds of Ethernet
on the same port. The two speeds supported are 10Base-T and 100Base-TX.
10Base-T/100Base-TX: An Ethernet network operating at up to 100 megabits per
second.
active call: An established telephone call that is not on hold.
analog: A continuously variable signal.
analog phone: A non-Synapse telephone that plugs directly into a normal telephone wall
plug or into the Synapse ATA FXS port.
ATA (Analog Terminal Adapter): Allows the integration of non-Synapse analog
telephones, a fax machine, overhead paging equipment, and a music-on-hold source into
the Synapse system. It also provides Group Mailboxes to allow different people to access
the same Mailbox.
Auto Answer: You can set the Deskset to automatically answer calls after a delay that
you specify. Without touching the Deskset, you can speak to and be heard by people who
call you.
Auto Attendant: A system that automatically answers incoming calls and provides
instructions to callers.
Auto-MDIX (Automatic Medium-Dependent Interface Crossover): A computer
networking technology that automatically detects the required cable connection type
(straight-through or crossover) and configures the connection appropriately.
Aux In: A 3.5 mm jack on the ATA that allows connection to a streaming audio source,
such as a radio or MP3 music player. This jack is typically used to connect a music player
for Music on Hold.
Aux Out: A 3.5 mm jack on the ATA that can be used to connect some single-zone
overhead paging devices.
Available ( ): An SB67030/031 Deskset screen icon that indicates a Call Appearance
key that is not busy with predialing, dialing, ringing, or an active or held call.
BYPASS port: An RJ-11 jack on the PSTN Gateway that allows for communication during
power outages. Plug an analog telephone into this jack.
Call Appearance: On the SB67020/025 Deskset, the programmable feature keys
identified as Call Appearance keys on the right side of the Deskset. On the SB67030/031
Deskset, the five icons on the right side of the Deskset display and the keys and LEDs
associated with those icons. These keys access active and held calls, and calls that are
being dialed or predialed. The LEDs and icons indicate the state of each call or potential
call.
Call Forward All: Automatically forward calls before they ring. All calls are immediately
forwarded to the specified destination.
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Call Forward–No Answer: Automatically forward unanswered calls to Voicemail, an
extension, or outside phone number.
call screening: Listening to a Voicemail message while it is being recorded.
Cat.-5 wiring: A twisted pair data cable commonly used in offices for computer
communication.
CO (Central Office): An office to which subscriber home and business lines are
connected. The central office has switching equipment that can switch calls locally or to
long-distance carrier phone offices.
CPT (Call Progress Tones): Audible tones sent from the telephone company central
office to indicate the status of phone calls such as ringback and busy tones.
CSU (Channel Service Unit): A line-bridging device that is part of the PSTN, that resides
on the customer premises and is connected to Synapse, and is also used to perform
loopback and other tests on T1 connections. This device is typically provided by the T1
phone service provider.
DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication): A wireless telephone
technology developed specifically for cordless telephones using frequencies between 1.8
and 1.9 Gigahertz. DECT communication is resistant to interference from other electronic
equipment, has longer range, and improved battery life.
default: The original product settings.
deregister: To remove the association between an SB67030/031 Deskset and a Cordless
Handset or Cordless Headset.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol): A network protocol that automatically
assigns computer IP addresses.
dial pad: The 0 through 9, *, and # keys on the Deskset and the SB67040 Cordless
Handset.
direct dial: Allows callers to directly dial users' extension numbers after the Auto
Attendant answers.
Directory: A list of names and phone numbers.
Display Names: The names that the system administrator enters to identify each
extension number. The Auto Attendant uses these names to assist callers in forwarding
calls.
DID: This feature allows outside caller to directly dial an extension, bypassing the Auto
Attendant and the operator.
DND (Do Not Disturb): A feature that suppresses audible ringing and incoming paging
at the Deskset.
DND ON (DND): An indicator in the top right corner of the Deskset display that
illuminates when you turn on the Do Not Disturb feature.
DNS (Domain Name System) server: A server that stores the Domain Name System
records, such as address, name server, and mail exchanger records for a domain name
and responds with answers to queries against its database.
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DSL (Digital Subscriber Line): High-speed Internet service through your telephone line.
Telephone lines with DSL service require DSL filters to separate the telephone and data
signals.
DTMF (Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency): Telephone tones commonly known as
“touch-tone”.
dynamic IP address: An IP address that is automatically assigned by the server.
Emergency Bypass Port: The fifth SB67010 PSTN Gateway jack that can provide
telephone operation during a power failure when used with an analog phone.
ESD (Electrostatic Discharge): A sudden and momentary electric current that flows
between two objects at different electrical potentials that may cause damage to
electronic equipment.
ESF (Extended Super Frame): A telecommunication standard for T1 framing that
includes a cyclic redundancy check and a 4000 bit/s channel capacity for the data link
channel.
Ethernet: A type of computer networking technology that connects devices via Local
Area Networks (LANs).
Extension Directory: A private list of names and phone numbers available to only a
single extension (referred to as “Personal list” on the Deskset).
Extension list: A list of names and extension numbers for the Synapse system
telephones.
extension number: The three-digit or four-digit number representing each individual
Deskset.
factory default: The original product settings.
FDL (Facility Data Link): A 4-kbps channel provided by the Extended Super Frame (ESF)
T1 framing format that allows a service provider to check error statistics on customer
premises equipment without interfering with the customer premises.
flash memory: Reprogrammable system storage used for storing software upgrades.
FWD ON (FWD): An indicator in the top right corner of the Deskset display that appears
when the Call Forward feature has been turned on. This feature causes calls to that
extension number to be automatically forwarded to another extension, outside phone
number, or to Voicemail.
FXO (Foreign Exchange Office): The Gateway telephone signaling interface between the
PSTN telephone lines and the LAN.
FXS station port: A port on the ATA for connecting non-Synapse analog telephone
equipment to the Synapse system.
G.711: A digital fax protocol.
Gateway: A network device equipped for interfacing with another network that uses
different protocols.
greeting, preset: The voice message that plays to callers if the user has not recorded an
outgoing message.
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grounding: An electrical ground connection that minimizes interference, reduces the risk
of equipment damage due to lightning, eliminates electrostatic buildup, and helps protect
people who service the equipment.
Group Mailbox: Provide general delivery of Voicemail messages to a group within an
organization. Only subscribers can access these Voicemail messages.
hard key: Any physical key on the Deskset, Cordless Handset or Gateway. Examples
include MENU and 1 on a Deskset; PHONE and 1 on the SB67040 handset; and SELECT
and CANCEL on the SB67010 Gateway.
hard reset: An action that restores factory default settings.
Hold announcement: A recorded message to play while calls are on hold. It can be
combined with music on hold.
hub: A network hub or repeater hub is a device for connecting electronic devices, making
them act as a single link.
hunt group: A telephone company feature that allows calls to a busy phone number to
roll over to the next available line or a Synapse system Ring Group feature where
unanswered calls are forwarded to the next available extension in a predefined group of
extensions.
icon: A small picture in the display that presents status information.
Idle: The mode of a device when it is not involved in call or call setup activity.
inside call: A phone call placed from one of your Synapse system extensions to another
extension.
interference: Electrical signals close by that cause degraded audio performance for
cordless devices.
IP address (Internet Protocol address): An individual numeric identification assigned to
devices on your LAN.
ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network): A set of communication standards for
simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over
the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network.
IT Controller: Part of a computer network infrastructure that connects different parts of
the network, so that different LANs and subnets can exchange information. Also known
as a backbone network or a network backbone.
key beep: When enabled, pressing a key plays a tone.
LAN (Local Area Network): A communications network that allows data devices to
communicate with each other.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display): The screen that provides instructions and feedback.
LED (Light Emitting Diode): A small light on a device that indicates status.
link loss: Occurs when the connection between two RF devices fail, such as between the
SB67030/031 Deskset and the optional Cordless Headset or Cordless Handset.
link-local address: A local address used for network address creation when no external
source of network addressing information is available.
live dial: Dialing after the phone is off hook.
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MAC address (Media Access Control address): A unique identifier assigned to most
network adapters or network interface cards that is required for registering your devices.
main menu, Auto Attendant: The Auto Attendant messages and actions that are
available to callers before the callers take additional actions.
MDI/MDIX: (Medium-Dependent Interface Crossover): A computer networking
technology.
MoH (Music on Hold): Music or other audio that plays to an outside caller that has been
placed on hold by a Synapse user.
multi-zone paging: Paging through a multi-zone overhead paging system. The overhead
loudspeakers are configured in multiple areas and transmit messages independently.
mute: Stop sending your voice to the other party during a phone call.
NTP (Network Time Protocol): An Internet standard protocol that assures time
synchronization in a computer network.
Network Termination Unit (NTU): A device that terminates a network access point.
octet: Octets are used in Internet Protocol computer network addresses. These consist
of a series of four octets, usually shown in decimal and separated by dots.
off hook: Indicates that you are on a phone call, have lifted the corded handset, or have
pressed SPEAKER or HEADSET to answer a call or to prepare to place a call. You are off
hook from the moment that you hear a dial tone to when you hang up a call.
OHP (overhead paging) system: An amplified public address system.
on hook: Indicates that no corded handset, speakerphone, Cordless Handset, or corded
or cordless headset is active.
operator: The extension that callers reach by dialing 0 (zero) when the Auto Attendant
operator feature is enabled or that system users reach at any time by dialing 0 (zero).
outside call: A phone call between a phone not a part of your Synapse system and an
extension within your Synapse system.
overwrite: Replace existing information.
P2P (Peer-to-Peer): A telecommunication system architecture in which some resources
associated with a device are directly available to other similar system devices.
page: Broadcasts your voice to all idle extensions that do not have Do Not Disturb turned
on.
page caching: Most web browsers store recently obtained web site data on a local hard
drive. The browser then only asks for data that has changed since the last download.
Caching helps reduce the amount of traffic on the Internet.
paging zone: A set of extensions that can be paged as a group.
park: A form of hold that allows held calls to be retrieved by any Deskset or the SB67040
Cordless Handset.
Park List: The list of parked external calls. Users can view the Park List and answer
parked calls.
pass code: Another term for password.
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Personal list: A private list of names and phone numbers available to only a single
extension (referred to as “Personal Directory” on the WebUI).
Pilot Number: Usually the company’s main telephone number.
POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service): Basic telephone operation. The ability to make and
receive phone calls.
predial: Enter digits before going off hook to place a call.
PRI (Primary Rate Interface): A standardized telecommunications service level within
the ISDN specification for carrying multiple voice and data transmissions between a
telephone network and a user.
PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network): The world’s telephone network.
Quick Dial: Provides two-touch dialing for frequently called phone numbers.
quota: The maximum recording time for a using.
reboot: Restart a device.
Redial: Accesses the log of outgoing calls.
Remote site: A Synapse site in another location that is linked to your office through a
SIP Gateway. You can call remote Desksets by dialing their extension number. You can
also make long-distance calls through a remote site as if you were dialing a local call.
Depending on your system configuration, you may need to dial a prefix such as 9 to make
remote site calls. Consult your system administrator.
RF (radio frequency): The communication channel for most Cordless Handsets and
Cordless Headsets.
Ring Group: Groups of extensions configured by the system administrator to all ring in
a predetermined pattern within the group when calls come in for that group.
router: An electronic device that connects two or more other electronic devices to each
other, allowing them to communicate.
single-zone paging: Paging to a single set of overhead loudspeakers. All speakers
transmit the same announcement simultaneously.
SIP: Session Initiation Protocol, a signaling protocol used for voice and video
communications over the Internet.
soft key: The Synapse Desksets and Cordless Handsets feature keys below the LCD
screen. The bottom of the LCD displays the appropriate label for each key as the function
of the key changes.
standby time: The amount of time that a Cordless Handset or Cordless Headset can sit
idle out of its charger while still capable of operating normally.
static IP address: An IP address that is manually assigned to a computer by a system
administrator. This type of addressing requires specific knowledge of the LAN.
subnet (subnetwork): Typically a LAN served by one router.
subscriber: A user who can access messages in a Group Mailbox.
supervised transfer: Occurs when you communicate with the transfer recipient before
completing a transferred call.
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switch: A network switch links electronic devices. The switch processes and routes data
flexibly, allowing more data to be handled without error.
system administrator: A person to perform functions such as setting up and modifying
system configurations. This system administrator can be an employee or your telephone
equipment provider.
System Directory: (see System list).
System list: This list of names and phone numbers is created and maintained by the
system administrator. All system users can sort and view this list.
system operator: The extension that callers reach by dialing 0 (zero) when the Auto
Attendant operator feature is enabled or that system users reach at any time by dialing
0 (zero).
T1: A digital signaling standard to transmit voice and data between devices.
T.38: An analog fax protocol that encodes fax-modem codes over VoIP.
trunk: A communications connection between the Synapse system and the telephone
company.
unsupervised transfer: Occurs when you do not communicate with the transfer recipient
when transferring calls. The transfer recipient does not have to pick up the phone and
talk to you before receiving the transferred call.
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply): A battery-powered emergency power supply
device.
URL (Uniform Resource Locator): An Internet address.
VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol): A transmission technology for delivery of voice
communications over IP networks such as the Internet or other packet-switched
networks. Other synonymous terms include IP telephony, Internet telephony, Voice Over
BroadBand (VoBB), broadband telephony, and broadband phone.
WebUI (Web User Interface): A means of interacting with a product using a computer
interface. Connection to the World Wide Web is not necessary.
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