I don't believe any of the Aastra's (480iCT/57iCT) can do this, but I I
did read recently about some config options that may make it possible to
have 2 simultaneous calls using the Aastra. Can't recall exactly where
though.
Have you looked at the Snom M3's - just came out and are reasonably
priced. http://www.snom.com/en/snom_m3.html
I did an eval recently and they appeared to perform decently enough and
I would probably use them in an office environment. I found the handsets
to be a bit "plasticy" though and I didn't get the impression that they
would stand up to a lot of abuse.
Martin
Dean Yorke wrote:
I am no expert here, but doesn't the Aastra 57i support this.
It was my understanding that you could have up to 4 wireless phones and each
would run it's own line/channel.
I would be very interested in finding out what you find as I have a client
in the same boat. 2 conference rooms that need wireless and a reception
desk. I was just going to get the 57i with 2 extensions.
I will ask a tech at Aastra tomorrow as I have a conference call with them.
Thanks
-----Original Message-----
From: Blaine Aldridge [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 9:50 PM
To: Toronto Asterisk UG
Subject: [on-asterisk] 3 desk phones, 2 cordless, and SLA / BLF
Hey all,
I come seeking advice after pulling my hair out for hours. I have a client
that is looking for three desk phones and two cordless phones that will
support SLA (shared line appearance) / BLF (busy lamp field). The idea being
I can put a call on hold on line 1 and pick up line 1 from any other phone.
The cordless phones are where I get stuck. I need something that is "dead
simple" (preferably individual buttons to select line 1, 2, 3, or 4). I
would live with 2 lines on the cordless. I'm not apposed to going for an
analog cordless phone and then an ata adapter as that seems to be where I'm
headed.
I've tried the Astra 480i CT but it doesn't quite cut it as there are a
couple of issues for me. The cordless phone and the base station weren't
intended to be used by different individuals as you can't direct a call
specifically to the cordless. Also when you're on a call on the cordless the
base unit won't ring for a new incoming call, just flash. I find the
interface on the cordless a bit clumsy for things like transferring, picking
up a call on hold, etc. It would be much easier with more programmable
buttons. The 480i CT is great it's just not designed for this job.
I'm open to most ideas but buying a $1,000 DECT base station for 2 cordless
phones is clearly not in the budget.
Thanks,
Blaine Aldridge
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