
AutoLCR
A Versatile, Programmable, Effective,
Efficient Automated Call Routing Device for Use by the User of
Alternative Carrier and/or International Call Back Services With
Destination, Day, and Time Sensitive Routing.
Automated Transparent Operations
AutoLCR is an effective
programmable device for Least Cost Routing applications. The user
simply dials a long distance or international call directly as
usual and waits for the call to be answered while the AutoLCR
performs the necessary dialing procedure to process the call through
an Alternative Carrier or International Call Back System (ICBS)
in a manner totally transparent to the user.
Multiple Routes
AutoLCR can be programmed
to perform automated operations to process calls through multiple
Alternative Carriers and/or ICBSs according to different routing
instructions. Virtually unlimited number of routes for routing
calls to different service providers' systems, according to the
Intercept Sequence of the user dialed number, can be programmed
into AutoLCR (limited only by the capacity of the EEPROM installed).
Intercept Sequences and
Exception Sequences
These are sequences that
AutoLCR looks out for to decide whether or not to intercept a
call and process it through an Alternative Carrier or ICBS. Intercept
Sequences are usually the international call routing code and
national call routing code of the country in which the AutoLCR
is installed, for example 00, 0, 011, 1, 0011, etc. Destination
sensitive routing may be performed by programming country codes
and city codes in the Intercept Sequences, for example 0041, 00353,
etc.
Exceptions to a routing
program are allowed by entries of Exception Sequences in the program.
For example, 1800, 1900, 1976, 00525, and 0735 could be exceptions
to the Intercept Sequences 1, 00, and 07.
There is virtually no limit
to the number of Intercept and Exception Sequences that can be
programmed into an AutoLCR (limited only by the capacity of the
EEPROM installed).
Day and Time Sensitive
Routing
Intercept and Exception
Sequences may also include date and time ranges, which AutoLCR
compares with the current date and time. AutoLCR performs least
cost routing according to the destination, day of the week, day
of the month, day of the year, and time of the day. This functionality
may be used to route the call through one carrier during a certain
time of the day and to route the call through another carrier
at a different time of day to take advantage of lower rates offered
by one carrier compared to the other.
Concurrent Operations to
Save Time
AutoLCR reads the digits
dialed by the user in either pulses or DTMF tones to look for
Intercept Sequences, and when an Intercept Sequence is found,
it proceeds to check the detected Intercept Sequence against its
database of Exception Sequences to see if there is a match.
If no Intercept Sequence
is found, or if an Exception Sequence is found, the user digits
go through to the Central Office (telephone exchange) as usual.
If an Intercept Sequence
is found and no match of an Exception Sequence is found, AutoLCR
seizes the call and executes two concurrent operations: With respect
to the caller (user) it remains in off-hook condition and continues
to collect the digits dialed by the user.
Meanwhile with respect
to the Central Office it goes on-hook briefly and then goes off-hook
to obtain a fresh dial tone and performs the actions necessary
to route the call through an Alternative Carrier, ICBS, or local
telephone company.
Routing Operation
Multi-stage call through
operation through an Alternative Carrier
After obtaining a fresh
dial tone, AutoLCR dials the access number to reach the Alternative
Carrier's switch. Then AutoLCR waits to detect some kind of signal
tone or a voice prompt before dialing in DTMF the digits which
it has collected. It can dial a # or * to indicate the end of
the number. It can also dial a PIN or security code before or
after the destination number if necessary.
Single-stage call through
operation through an Alternative Carrier
Rather than dialing an
access number first, the AutoLCR may be programmed to dial a sequence
of digits (prefix) ahead of the destination number or to redial
the destination number with the international call routing code
replaced with a sequence that indicates to the Central Office
which carrier has been selected.
Call back operation through
an ICBS
After obtaining a fresh
dial tone, AutoLCR dials the DID number to reach the ICBS. Then
AutoLCR waits to detect a ring back signal or some kind of signal
tone before going back on-hook to wait for a call back call from
the ICBS. Upon detecting the call back's ring signal, AutoLCR
answers the call, waits for a voice prompt or some kind of signal
tone then dials in DTMF the international call routing code, if
required, followed by the digits of the telephone number dialed
by the user that it has collected. It can dial a # or * to indicate
the end of the number. It can also dial a PIN or security code
before or after the destination number if necessary.
Versatile Programmable
Functions
AutoLCR is programmed using
an analog modem and ACXSoft software running under Windows to
perform virtually all kinds of automated functions to process
a call through an Alternative Carrier or ICBS in all kinds of
procedures adopted by different service providers. AutoLCR may
also be programmed to re-route calls through the regular telephone
company or another service provider when the routing through the
usual service provider fails, for example if the ICBS does not
call back, if the call to the alternative carrier is busy, if
the service provider's switch fails to generate the expected signal.
Call Progress Detection
and Detection of Specific Frequencies
AutoLCR performs accurate
call progress detection and detection of specific frequencies
using DSP technology.
Registers
AutoLCR can write to registers,
the contents of which can be updated and retrieved. These registers
may be used as counters, for example, to count the number of times
a certain Intercept Sequence is dialed or the number of times
a certain service provider is used. The registers may be used
to store numbers, such as PINs or telephone numbers, which can
be accessed for dialing during the routing of a call.
Hang Up Supervision
AutoLCR can be programmed
to detect on-hook condition at the end of a call and then perform
a function. Typically the function would be to generate a DTMF
tone (for example A, B, #, *) or sequence of tones (for example
###, **) to tell the service provider the end of the call session.
Non-Volatile Memory
All routing and other instructions
programmed into AutoLCR are saved in EEPROM and, as such, will
not be lost even in the event of a general electrical power failure.
Programming of AutoLCR
The programming system
consists of a modem connected to a serial port of a PC running
ACXSoft in Windows environment. A CO line or a telephone line
simulator is connected to the CO port of the modem. The AutoLCR
is connected to a CO line at a remote location or to another port
of the telephone line simulator.
ACXSoft is intuitive in
design and therefore easy for anyone who is computer literate
to learn and to use. The routing programs are written in ACXSoft
by simple point and click actions according to what you want the
AutoLCR to do in simulating the actions that one would take in
a manual operation to use the Alternative Carriers or International
Call Back Services.
Programming of an AutoLCR
is done using V.22 protocol either locally at the same site as
the AutoLCR or remotely through the Public Switched Telephone
Network. Programming can be initiated (1) by the programming system
by calling the line where the AutoLCR is installed and then waiting
for the AutoLCR to answer automatically after a certain number
of rings (programmable) or waiting for the device connected to
the AutoLCR to be answered, (2) by the AutoLCR at a preprogrammed
time by calling a management system (AutoManage-ACX) at a preprogrammed
number, or (3) by the user of the AutoLCR by dialing a special
command using the telephony device connected to the AutoLCR.
Programming is password
protected. After verification of the password, the program is
downloaded into the non-volatile memory of the AutoLCR. This program
transfer operation is carried out with great accuracy by having
a positive receipt verification of each line of program confirmed
between ACXSoft and the AutoLCR.
AutoLCR and AutoManage-ACX
AutoManage-ACX allows the
service provider to maintain the routing instructions in AutoLCR
dialers and to monitor the operation of the dialers by collecting,
tracking, and analyzing the number of calls and number of intercepted
and routed calls of each dialer. The Server uses the information
entered in the Client and controls the tasks to be performed by
the Programming Station. The Server communicates with the Client
and Programming Station in TCP/IP over the LAN or Internet or
by dial up modem.
Optional Features
Meter Pulsing
AutoLCR+MP has the additional
capability of generating 12 or 16 kHz meter pulses, which certain
kinds of telephony equipment can use to time and cost long distance
calls. Different meter pulse rates may be programmed according
to destination country code or city code, day, and time. Different
initial pulses for setup charge may also be programmed. This feature
is useful in situations where the billing of calls is based on
meter pulsing as is the case with PBXs of many hotels.
Polarity Reversal
AutoLCR+RP has the additional
capability to reverse the line polarity when the called party
answers. The telephony device, such as a PBX, connected to the
user port of the AutoLCR+RP, may time calls by looking for a reversal
in line polarity as an indication of the start of the call and
a second reversal as an indication of the end of the call.
Voice
AutoLCR+V has the additional
capability of recording and playing four 4-second messages. These
messages may be recorded in any language from a tone-dialing telephone.
The messages can be used to add user-friendliness to the operation
of AutoLCR by including in the routing program the playing of
appropriate messages at certain points of the routing operation.
Messages on the user side may be "Please hold while your
call is being processed," "Your call is being routed
through the telephone company's network" (this may be played
when the Alternative Carrier or ICBS fails to carry the call),
or simply an advertisement message.
Call Detail Records
AutoLCR+CDR has the additional
capability of storing details of calls routed through it, including
date, time, duration, and number dialed. This data may be retrieved
remotely by a management system, using V.22 protocol.
Calling Line Identification
AutoLCR+CLI has an LCD
screen and has the additional capability to capture, display,
and store calling line identification data (DTMF format) and date-
and time- stamp the calls.
Alternative CO
AutoLCR+ACO has an additional
CO port, which can be connected to a GSM or leased line interface.
AutoLCR+ACO can route the call through either the main CO port
(regular PSTN) or the alternative port (GSM or leased line).
Benefits to the User
AutoLCR enables the user of pulse-dialing or rotary-dial telephones
to make use of Alternative Carriers or ICBSs transparently.
AutoLCR's automated functions eliminate the tedium and bother
of manual dialing and ensure dialing accuracy to access the service
providers' systems and enforce the corporate management's regime
designed to achieve savings on long distance calls by routing
such calls through an Alternative Carrier or ICBS.
AutoLCR automatically routes calls through one Alternative Carrier
or ICBS or another or through the telephone company network according
to its Least Cost Routing programming to achieve the greatest
savings.
AutoLCR's automated dialing function reduces dialing time by as
much as 75%. It saves time and money.
AutoLCR may be programmed to automatically dial a disconnect sequence
(required by some service providers' systems to indicate the end
of a call) when the user hangs up, thus eliminating the need for
the user to remember to do so.
Benefits to You, the Service Provider
With AutoLCR you can offer the service to telephone service subscribers
in areas where DTMF tone dialing service is not available. AutoLCR
works well with pulse dialing telephone lines and thus opens up
new markets for your service.
AutoLCR automatically seizes every call that you want to capture
for routing through your system thus optimizing on revenue earning
on the particular installation.
AutoLCR allows you to selectively route only the calls that you
want to carry through your system, thus saving you time and resources.
AutoLCR's automated functions and transparent operations allow
your service to be used by every telephone user, even ones that
are unable to follow the procedure of Call Through Operation or
International Call Back Operation.
In the event that your system is unable to carry the call due
to system failure or whatever reasons, AutoLCR can automatically
re-route the calls through the telephone company network.

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