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Features

TalkSwitch telephone systems are loaded with features that small businesses need and big businesses take for granted, including features that cost extra on other systems. And unlike phone company services such as voicemail or call forwarding, you don't have to pay every month.

Feature Description
Auto AttendantsGreet callers with recorded messages that offer touchtone choices and connect callers to extensions. It's like having your own receptionist 24 hours a day. There are 9 levels of auto attendant, so you can offer multiple options for callers. More >>
Voicemail Built-in voicemail saves you paying monthly for phone company voicemail, and it's centralized, so you don't have to check different mailboxes for cell and office phones. More >>
Remote Extensions Any phone, anywhere, can be added as an extension of the system. Integrate mobile and teleworkers, stay connected anywhere, and give your customers a single number to contact you. More >>
External IP Extensions*Plug an IP phone into your network at home or any other location and it functions just like the extensions in the office. Great for teleworkers or for keeping connected to your business when you're at home. More >>
Easy set-upWhether you do it yourself or rely on a professional, TalkSwitch is easy to install and configure, saving you time and money. More >>
Multiple LanguagesHola. Bonjour. Hello.
TalkSwitch speaks fluent English, French or Spanish. You can let your customers select the language of their choice when the auto attendant answers, and the prompts at individual extensions can use different languages. More >>
ExpandableFrom 1 to 64 users per location, TalkSwitch grows when you grow. More >>
Phone Freedom Works with our proprietary TalkSwitch phones, standard analog telephones and selected IP phones. Get the phones you want or save money by using your existing phones. More >>
Dial-By-Name Directory Callers can select an extension by dialing the name of the person they want to reach.
Voicemail to E-mailReceive e-mail notification of new voicemail, with or without the message attached as an audio file. More >>
Music on Hold Play music or custom-made announcements for callers on hold. More >>
Call Cascade If your extension is busy, not answered, screened, or on do not disturb, calls can ring a sequence of other extensions or ring groups. With call cascade, TalkSwitch can make several attempts to locate you before sending the caller to voicemail. More >>
Ring Groups Send calls to all local extensions in a department. Ring more than one extension simultaneously and use different ring patterns to identify types of calls. More >>
Call Queue If an extension or ring group is busy, the caller gets the option to leave a message, remain on hold, or return to the auto attendant. At your extension, you get notified of queued inbound calls. More >>
Automatic Route Selection Automatically send certain kinds of outgoing calls through specific phone lines. All long-distance calls, for example, can use a specific line or group of lines. More >>
Toll Restriction Prevent unauthorized long-distance calling from any local extension. More >>
Call Detail Record Logging Assign accounts to calls and track length of calls for billing of professional services. More >>
Line AppearanceSee which lines are available or in use, right on your TalkSwitch IP set. Customize which lines to view for each extension. Exclusively available with TS-9133i and TS-480i phones.
Call Forward Send calls to any other local or remote extension, to a ring group, or voice mailbox. More >>
Auto Fax Detection Automatically route faxes without wasting money on a dedicated fax line.
Call Conference Connect up to 3 parties on one phone call.
Call Back/Call Bridge Access your office long distance savings plan from anywhere around the world. Lets your long distance savings plan travel with you. More >>
Mode Scheduling Handle incoming calls differently at different times of the day, days of the week and on holidays. TalkSwitch can professionally handle calls during and after regular business hours. More >>
Call Hold
Transfer/Park
Hold calls. Transfer calls to local or remote extensions, ring groups, or voicemail. More >>
Call Screening Records a caller's name, then plays it to the recipient, who can accept or redirect the call. More >>
Intercom Place calls from one extension to another.
Call Pickup Pick up calls from other extensions.
Distinctive Ring You can have different kinds of calls handled in different ways. TalkSwitch supports telephone company distinctive ring features. More >>
Public Announcement TalkSwitch can be connected to a PA system, or announcements can be made through the speakers of selected TalkSwitch telephones. More >>
Remote Management Change configuration of the system remotely.
Free Software Upgrades Upgrade your TalkSwitch configuration software for free!
System Speed DialsStore up to 100 numbers on your system for easy access.
Automatic Hotline CallingAutomatically dial a set number when a specific phone is picked up. Perfect for door phones.
Caller-ID-Based Call RoutingHandle calls differently based on where they come from. Ensure critical calls get instant access, and telemarketers don't.
Call WaitingIf another call comes in while you’re on the phone, you are notified and the caller ID is displayed. You can easily toggle between calls.
Hunt Group Balancing and OverflowEnsure that your outgoing calls find and use phone lines in the best way possible for your business.

* Requires a VoIP-enabled TalkSwitch system.




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