AltiGen comm AltiGen IP Phone IP720 User Manual

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CHAPTER 1 
The IP 720 Phone
TheAltiGen IP 720 phone is a business telephone that provides voice 
communication over an IP network. 
The IP 720 provides built-in power-over-Ethernet support and functionality 
similar to traditional business phones, including automatic redial, on-hook 
dialing, hands-free operation, 15 programmable keys, LCD display, and 
headset port support for the Plantronics wireless headset.
The main components of the phone are illustrated in the figures below and...

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1LCD ScreenDisplays features such as date, time, phone number, 
caller ID, call waiting, line/call status and call time.
2Message 
Waiting 
Indicator 
Light*Blinks when a message is waiting or a call is coming 
in.
3Program- 
mable Keys* 
1-1515 programmable keys can be configured by the 
system administrator in MaxAdministrator as a 
Busy Lamp Field (BLF) key, an AltiServ Feature 
Code key, an Admin Defined # key, a Line Park 
key, a Call Record key, a Workgroup Status key, 
or...

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Note:* Indicates a normal operating mode key feature, which is 
available only after registering the IP 720 with the phone server 
and logged in as an extension.
14Navigation 
buttons/buttons let you scroll through text on the LCD 
screen.
button selects a menu item or setting.
button returns to previous configuration menu or 
deletes the last digit input.
15EnterConfirms selections made in the LCD, including 
settings.
16ReleaseReleases a call, exits from the menu, releases...

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Figure 2. IP 720 Phone, Bottom View
1DC Port Connects to power outlet
2Power Cable 
RestraintSecures the power cable, preventing it from 
accidentally being pulled out
3DC/PoE Switch Switches between DC power and Power over 
Ethernet
4LAN Port Connects to network (10/100/1000 Base T)
5PC Access Port Connects to PC (10/100/1000 Base T)
6Plantronics 
PSB Port(Plantronics serial bus port) Connects to a 
Plantronics wireless headset base
7Handset Port Connects to a handset
8Headset...

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Hardware Items in the Package
The following hardware items are included in this package:
• IP 720 set and stand
• Handset
• Handset cord
• Power cord
• Network cable
• 3.5 mm to USB cable
You can purchase separately:
• A wall mount bracket 
• AC/DC power adapter 
Supported Telephony Features
The IP 720 provides a broad range of call handling and dialing features 
directly on the phone and through the MAX Communication Server 
system. The following table lists the supported features,...

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Auto Answer 
RingWhen Auto Answer is set 
to Yes, specifies how 
many seconds the IP 
phone should ring before 
the call is automatically 
answered (1-20 seconds).
Auto Answer 
Dev [device]When Auto Answer is set 
to Yes, specifies whether 
the call should be 
automatically answered 
through the speaker or 
headset.
Busy Lamp 
Field (BLF)Associates a 
programmable key with 
an extension that can be 
automatically dialed when 
selected; the key’s light 
indicates that the...

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Call RecordAllows a programmable 
key to be used for on-
demand recording.
•Must be enabled by the system 
administrator.
•User presses the key to start 
recording, presses the key again 
to stop recording. There is no 
pause function. When the call is 
recording, the light is on.
•Recorded conversations can then 
be played back through voice 
mail or accessed at a centralized 
location.
Conference 
buttonInitiates a conference and 
adds in other parties one at 
a time.
•Single Call...

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Headset buttonWhen pressed, the user 
will be able to activate the 
RJ-9 headset port.
•This button is used as a hook 
switch for headset ports.
•The button is used as a headset-in-
use indicator when a Plantronics 
wireless PSB port is connected. 
The headset on-hook and off-
hook is controlled by the 
Plantronics headset module.
Hold buttonPlaces an active call on 
hold.
•When Multiple Call Waiting is 
enabled at the extension, the user 
can put multiple incoming calls 
on...

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Program 
KeysLets users associate a 
programmable key with a 
speed dial number or 
feature code directly from 
the IP phone.
•If the system administrator has 
allowed it, you can associate 
certain programmable keys with a 
speed dial number or feature code 
from the IP phone menu.
Redial buttonRedials a selected number 
from the last16 numbers 
dialed.
•Pressing Enter dials the number 
displayed.
•Redials up to 32 digits.
•When a new call comes in, the 
phone will exit this menu...

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American Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
The hearing aid-compatible handset on the IP 720 phone is equipped with 
a magnetic coupler, which meets the ADA HAC requirements. 
The dialing pad also complies with ADA standards.