Nortel Networks BCM1000 Portable systems, Companion system components, Dect system components

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Portable systems

The following sections describe the portable systems that are compatible with the Business Communications Manager system, and the hardware components that are required.

Companion system components

The Companion system allows portable access from a fixed line. The system consists of the following hardware components:

•Companion base station — transmits and receives signals between the Business Communications Manager hardware and portable handsets. You install the base stations on walls or ceilings. Each base station provides radio coverage for a maximum of 32 cells.

Note: Companion systems installed in the United States require a keycode to activate the base stations. Refer to the Companion Installation and Configuration Guide.

•C3050 portable handset — The C3050 CT2 Plus portable handset is available in Canada only. The Etiquette C3050 portable handset is available in the USA only. You can assign the C3050 portable handset a separate telephone number or the same telephone number as a desktop telephone. The C3050 supports basic features such as call forward, call transfer, conferencing and visual message waiting indication. The C3060 handset is also supported.

•Remote power interconnect (RPI) Unit — The RPI provides remote power for base station support. There are two types of RPIs: RPI-8 that supports a maximum of eight base stations and RPI-16 that supports a maximum of 16 base stations.

DECT system components

The DECT system allows the user to access calls and call features while away from their stationary telephone. The following components combine with the DECT media bay module to provide this service:

•Radio base station — provides the radio link between the Business Communications Manager, through the DECT module, to the portable handsets.

•Portable handsets — communicate through radio base stations connected to the DECT module.

Note:

The DECT cordless handset can be configured to act as a separate set, either providing a point for target line calls, or with full call and receive capability, although some of the features are not available.

The handset can also be twinned with desk sets to provide mobile coverage of one or more stationary sets.

DECT system installation and configuration information is contained in the Business Communications Manager DECT Installation and Maintenance Guide.

Installation and Maintenance Guide