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Glossary
access codes
Codes used in reports that represent the system access options configured for the subscriber or guest. These are
single characters that represent the various access options.
access options
Options that control the system features available to the subscriber. These options are selected on the Subscriber
Access Options page.
action
What the system does when processing a call. For example, an action might be taking a message, routing the call
to the operator, or saying good-bye. Specify the system action with action values.
ActiveFax
A feature enabling subscribers to receive fax mail in personal fax boxes.
alphabetic directory assistance
Callers connect to a subscriber's extension ID by spelling the first few letters of the name on a touchtone keypad.
Subscribers can spell the first few letters of the first name or last name, depending on the system configuration.
alternate greeting
A substitute greeting for a voice mailbox, transaction box, voice detect box, or subscriber mailbox that can be
recorded and turned on using a phone. The alternate greeting can be used as a 24-hour-a-day greeting in place of
the day greeting or night greeting.
alternate mode
A special schedule used to handle unforeseen events, such as a closure because of adverse weather. Turning on
alternate mode overrides all other schedules and places the entire system in night mode. Alternate mode remains
active until it is turned off through the system management conversation or the Administration Console.
announce transfer
A call transfer that causes the system to beep when connecting a caller.
AMIS
Audio Messaging Interchange Specification is an analog protocol used to facilitate communication between
messaging systems at remote sites. AMIS supports the most common messaging system functions, including
sending, receiving and replaying messages.
archived messages
A message that a subscriber saves after listening to it. The number of days that messages are archived is
configured using the Administration Console. See new message and old message.
audio messaging interchange specification (AMIS)
Audio Messaging Interchange Specification is an analog protocol used to facilitate communication between
messaging systems at remote sites. AMIS supports the most common messaging system functions, including
sending, receiving and replaying messages.
audiotext
Recorded information that is available to callers 24-hours a day. Includes menus of information or other messages;
audiotext messages can be used in menu keys.
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