MERLIN LEGEND Communications System Release 5.0
Feature Reference
555-650-110
Issue 1
June 1997
Features
Page 60
Automatic Line Selection and Ringing/Idle Line Preference
Single-Line Telephones
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The ALS sequence for a single-line telephone can be changed only through
centralized telephone programming. It cannot be changed by the telephone user.
The ALS sequence for single-line telephones and other tip/ring equipment
connected to 012 modules, 016 modules, 008 OPT modules, or Multi-Function
Modules is factory-set to include only SA or ICOM buttons. As outside lines or
pools are assigned to the extension, they are automatically added to the ALS
sequence.
In Key mode, if the ALS sequence for a single-line telephone is changed to
include only outside lines, the user cannot use system features except through
pressing and releasing the Recall or Flash button. (If the telephone does not
have positive disconnect, the user can press and release the switchhook.)
In Behind Switch mode, the factory setting for the ALS sequence is the prime line.
The sequence can be changed to an ICOM button followed by the prime line or
outside lines. This allows a single-line telephone user to use system features and
to select the prime line and/or outside lines by dialing the Idle Line Access code.
Feature Inter1
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Account Code Entry
A single-line telephone user can enter account codes only when ALS is
programmed to select an SA or ICOM button when the user lifts the
handset.
Coverage
When Ringing/Idle Line Preference is on for an extension, the system
automatically selects a Primary Cover, Secondary Cover, or Group Cover
button with a ringing call. However, these buttons cannot be programmed
in an ALS sequence because they cannot be used to make calls.
Headset Options
When an MLX telephone or console is in headset operation, Ringing/Idle
Line Preference is off automatically. Select a line manually to make a call.
If Headset Auto Answer is off, manually select a ringing line to answer the
call.
Multi-Function
Module
When an MFM is installed in an MLX telephone, the ALS sequence for
the MFM should be set to select SA Ring or ICOM Ring, then SA
Originate Only or ICOM Originate Only, then outside lines (or the prime
line in Behind Switch mode) assigned to the MFM. Ringing/Idle Line
Preference should be on for an MFM.
Ringing Options
Even when Ringing/Idle Line Preference is on, the system does not
automatically select an outside line, SA, ICOM, or Cover button
programmed for No Ring. If a call is coming in on such a button, select the
button manually to answer. The green LED flashes when the call arrives;
the red LED turns on when the button is pressed.
