OBi1000 User Guide
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Programmable Keys (PKs)
Programmable keys are feature keys that can be assigned an array of functions but cannot be assigned the call
function. The OBi has 8 programmable keys that can be used for speed dials, assigned to the busy lamp field (BLF)
as well as functions such as do not disturb and switching between tabs. Figure 10 shows the programmable keys
mapped to functions listed on the printed insert. Printed inserts can be created online using the OBi Printed Insert
Generator.
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Figure 11: Three examples of possible layouts for the programmable keys (PKs).
The image on the left of figure 10 shows a combination of functions mapped to the PKs. In this case, the Next Tab
function is placed at PK1, putting it at the top of the PK list and nearest to the screen. Placement of the next tab
function on PK1 may be preferable particularly on the OBi1032 if all VLKs are in use. With this approach to PK
functionality we see the primary voice services listed on PK2 – PK5, with PK5 mapped to a cellular (mobile/GSM)
phone via Bluetooth.
The middle image of figure 10 shows a Key Phone approach to the mapping of the programmable keys, where all
voice services have been mapped to a “Line Monitor” feature key. In this example, SP1 through SP6 are presented
as Line 1 – 6 on PK1 through PK6, with the OBITALK service mapped to PK7 and a cell phone attached via Bluetooth
mapped to PK8. In this case, as many VLKs as required could be assigned as unbound call keys to support each call,
giving the flexibility of having multiple simultaneous calls without having the VLKs bound to a specific voice service.
It’s important to note that in this example it would be important to ensure one VLK per tab is assigned to the Next
Tab function.
The rightmost image of figure 10 shows eight people within an organization and their current call availability status
based on the Busy Lamp Field (BLF) information. In this image, Kate, Steven and Lucy are all on calls with all others
available.
Side Car Keys (SCKs)
The
Side Car Keys (SCKs)
behave just as programmable keys, with 16 keys available per side car. Up to two side cars
can be connected to the OBi, for a maximum of 32 SCKs. Side car keys allow for quick call direction to individuals
and groups, providing instant visual feedback of status as indicated via the LED color of the SCK. In a busy call
handling environment, SCKs can be used to map out all possible call functions to place them in easy reach of, and to
personalize the experience for the user.
