Turns out that almost every IP phone out there can be configured to send and receive
one-button speakerphone "paging" functionality.
This standard capability uses multicast RTP, with specific IP and port configured for each
Page group. Most phones can monitor several groups.
I am thinking that the exact same functionality would make a wonderful, simple,
whole-house intercom/paging system. "Time for dinner!" etc :-D
Has anyone configured PulseAudio to send or receive these signals?
I'd love to set up so:
- in-ceiling speakers can play the "paging' message
- various devices with a microphone can be used to initiate a "page"
- etc...
Am I missing something in thinking this ought to be quite doable with this package?
Pete
