Glossary
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Glossary
This section gives a list of frequently used terms.
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Ac
Authentication code.
Abbreviated number
Short number. Initiating a call to a
pre-programmed number by dialling
a code or pressing a key.
Conference
If you have an ongoing conversation
you can include other persons and
establish a telephone conference.
DECT/GAP
Digital Enhanced Cordless
Telecommunication/ Generic Access
Profile. This means that no one can
eavesdrop on your calls and that the
quality of speech is as good as that
of conventional fixed telephones.
DECT/GAP enables interoperability
with other manufacturers’ products.
Directory number
Number with 1-8 digits which is
assigned to an extension or external
line or as a common abbreviated
number.
DTMF tone
Dual Tone Multi Frequency or touch
tone, for dialling.
Exchange
Switch. Your telephone switching
system.
Extension number
All telephones connected to the PBX
have a unique internal number (up to
8 digits). You can see your number
on the display.
GAP
Generic Access Profile, a standard
for cordless telephone systems.
Idle mode
The state your phone is in when
nothing is activated.
IP call
Internal call sent through an internal
data network (LAN or WAN).
IPEI Code
International Portable part Equipment
Identity, a unique identity assigned to
your phone by the manufacturer.
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