Instruction manual

System Features
Centrex/PBX Compatible
70 Strata DK General Description 6/00
Centrex/PBX Compatible
All system features are compatible with Centrex/PBX operation, including repeat of Centrex/PBX
ringing cadence, one-button access to Centrex/PBX features, a two- to four-digit station
numbering plan, and Delayed Ringing to selected stations.
Centrex Ringing Repeat
The system can mimic CO/Centrex/PBX ringing cadences received from outside lines when it
rings a called station.
Computer Telephony Integration (CTI)
CTI combines the capabilities of the Strata DK digital business telephone system with custom
functionality provided by computer applications. This can be provided through the Digital
Telephone Integrated PC Interface.
Digital Telephone Integrated PC Interface
A Toshiba 2000-series digital telephone can be connected to a PC. This can be used for both
routine data switching simultaneous voice and data applications, and for more robust CTI
applications.
The connection is made with an RS-232 cable from a communication port on a PC to an RS-232
port on the digital telephone. The RS-232 port is provided by equipping the digital telephone with
an integrated PC Interface Unit (RPCI-DI). This optional unit replaces the normal telephone base
and equips the telephone for simultaneous computer-telephone interface and voice/data features.
Data switching applications enable users to make data calls to printers, PCs, and other data
devices. Users can also make voice calls using PC directory dialing software, without the need for
a modem or an additional outgoing line.
The system can be programmed with one to four security groups, and can restrict calls between
groups. It can also support modem pooling and printer sharing.
For CTI applications, digital telephones interface to a PC that runs the application software using
the Microsoft Telephone Application Programming Interface (TAPI), to provide customized
functionality. The PC must run Microsoft Windows software.
Any TAPI-enabled PC software is compatible with Strata DK systems. The most common types of
application are database look-up and pop-up screens that provide information on the calling party.
From a Strata DK system, Caller ID, ANI, DNIS and call processing information can be passed
from the digital telephone to the application computer.
StrataLink
The Strata DK can interface with computer applications that conform to Microsoft Windows TAPI
format. The Toshiba StrataLink Telephony Service Provider Interface (TSPI) software enables the
Strata DK to communicate with TAPI applications. StrataLink TSPI software is bundled with the
RPCI-DI in the form of a 3-1/2” IBM-compatible disk, and is compatible with Windows 2000, 98,
95, and Windows NT.
StrataLink software greatly enhances the use of the basic TAPI interface, enabling you to
customize the call-control functions of your PC application, including: