Path: utzoo!attcan!utgpu!jarvis.csri.toronto.edu!rutgers!cs.utexas.edu!samsung!zaphod.mps.ohio-state.edu!tut.cis.ohio-state.edu!mailrus!accuvax.nwu.edu!nucsrl!telecom-request From: dhk@teletech.uucp (Don H Kemp) Newsgroups: comp.dcom.telecom Subject: AT&T Multi-line Cordless Telephones Message-ID: <1936@accuvax.nwu.edu> Date: 6 Dec 89 13:48:29 GMT Sender: news@accuvax.nwu.edu Organization: TELECOM Digest Lines: 144 Approved: Telecom@eecs.nwu.edu X-Submissions-To: telecom@eecs.nwu.edu X-Administrivia-To: telecom-request@eecs.nwu.edu X-Telecom-Digest: Volume 9, Issue 560, message 1 of 7 [Moderator's Note: Mr. Kemp has passed along this press release received through the Consultant's Liason Program of AT&T. PT] FOR RELEASE MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989 NEW YORK -- AT&T today announced the first multi-line cordless telephone for business. The MERLIN(R) cordless telephone, designed by AT&T Bell Laboratories, brings the same sound quality of AT&T corded phones to office and industrial telephone users. "We expect the Merlin cordless telephone to set and maintain a standard throughout the industry for years to come, and to create a strong and lasting demand for our product -- just like the cordless 5000 series is doing in the residence market," said Paul Wondrasch, General Business Systems president. "The freedom this product offers is limited only by the needs and imagination of the user." The cordless Merlin has five programmable buttons that can be used for telephone lines or system features, such as intercom and speed dial. Visual indicators show the status of the telephone lines. Users can select any one of 10 channels allocated for transmitting cordless conversations to assure clarity. They can even change channels in mid-conversation, at the touch of a single button. The automatic security system guards against unauthorized use. The telephone is compatible with all MERLIN(R) Plus, MERLIN(R) II, Merlin 206, 410, 820, 1030 and 3070 Communications Systems and AT&T System 25. The Merlin cordless telephone can be connected directly to the system without adaptors. Merlin cordless telephones are available now from AT&T's sales force, at AT&T Phone Centers and from authorized dealers. Suggested prices are $485 with an AT&T telephone system purchase and $560 when purchased alone. One-year warranty and standard one-, two- and four-year maintenance contracts apply. # # # AT&T MERLIN(R) Cordless Telephone Corded Sound Quality ensures that calls will be crisp and clear. Ten-Channel Selection allows users to change channels From Handset instantly for clarity. Five Line Appearances give user access to outside lines, intercom links or system programmable features. Direct Access to allows user to connect phone System directly to the system, without adaptor. Message Light on lets users know that they have Base Unit a call. Three-Position Ringer allows user to adjust volume for Volume on Base Unit changing environmental needs. Visual Indicators on show status of all lines or Handset features. Extended Life Battery makes frequent recharging unnecessary. Automatic Digital has up to 65,000 codes, guarding Security System against unauthorized use. User Replaceable make replacements fast and Battery and Antenna inexpensive. Full Range Performance provides extensive indoor and outdoor use. Out of Range Indicator provides audible tone to alert user that phone is going out of range from the base. Visual and Audible provide a clear indication when Low Battery Indicators handset recharging is necessary. Transfer Button allows user to transfer calls on Handset to other system extensions. Hold Button allows user to put one call on Handset hold while placing or answering other calls. # # # SPECIFICATIONS Wiring Four-pair modular FCC Compliance Conforms to FCC rules, Part 15 for cordless phones. FCC Reg. # AS 55HM-ATTMLC5 Certification Transformer UL Listed Set UL listed 1/1/90 Jack Type 657 - 4pr. Modular Temperature 32 - 122 F (0 - 50 C) Dimensions 8 1/2"(L) X 5"(W) X 2 3/4" (H) Wt. 3 lbs. Installation Installed by AT&T Technician or Self Installed System Compatibility MERLIN(R) Plus Communications System MERLIN(R) II Communications System MERLIN(R) 206/410/820 Communications Systems MERLIN(R) 1030/3070 Communications Systems AT&T System 25 Repair Procedures Return for repair or replacement at authorized AT&T Service Center Warranty One year # # # ==================================================== Don H Kemp "Always listen to experts. They'll B & K Associates, Inc. tell you what can't be done, and Rutland, VT why. Then do it." unet!uvm-gen!teletech!dhk Lazarus Long