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Panasonic KX-TA1232 phone system control unit
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      Analog for the
21st century
  • Grows from 8 lines & 16 phones to 12 lines & 32 phones.
  • Provides modern features like Caller ID on Call Waiting, Voice Mail Integration, multiple message waiting lights, DISA, PC backup.
  • SUPER-EASY upgrade from discontinued KX-T1232 analog systems.
  • Handles up to FOUR door speakers with remote unlocking and distinctive ringing sound. Door speaker boxes can also be used for baby monitoring.
  • Works with 7000, 7300 or 7700 series phones and earlier analog multi-line proprietary phones, or single-line phones and devices.
  • May be weird with ancient KX-T30830 and similar phones.
  • Replaces KX-T123211D.
Main reasons to buy:
  1. you need a bit more modem speed than you can get with digital systems
  2. you want to use a lot of inexpensive multi-line phones
  3. you want Caller ID on Call Waiting
  4. you want to log Caller ID for unanswered calls at several phones
Main reasons NOT to buy:
  1. no programming by PC
  2. can't have different ringing sounds as with KX-TD systems, or change ringing pattern as with KX-TA624
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Just when we thought the whole world has gone digital, those foxy folks at Panasonic surprise us with a new feature-rich expandable analog control unit, that does a few tricks the digitals can't do.

Out of the box, the KX-TA1232 control unit provides a big collection of features  -- including features like caller ID that were unavailable on Panasonic analog systems in this size range -- and it can be easily updated and enhanced to keep pace with changing needs. Adding features or capacity is easily accomplished with plug-in circuit cards and system programming.

Programming is by display phone, only. The serial port provides information on phone calls ("SMDR"), and can be used for backup and restoration, but not for programming.  As with the digital systems, programming access is controlled by password, not by flipping a switch on the control unit -- a big advance over the previous analog systems.

The basic KX-TA1232 supports eight outside lines and 16 phones or gadgets (8 x 16 configuration). As your needs increase, up to three additional circuit modules can be mounted on the front door. A KX-TA123270 adds another eight phones to the system (you can add one or two). A KX-TA123280 module adds four outside lines.

The KX-TA1232 is a hybrid design, meaning that you can connect either Panasonic multi-line proprietary telephones or single-line devices such as standard telephones, fax machines or modems to any station port in the system without special hardware.

  • Caller ID is provided by the KX-TA123293 add-on module. The caller’s name and phone number can appear on the display of a Panasonic KX-T7030, 7130, 7135, 7335, 7730 or 7735 phone. Up to three CID modules can be added and each supports up to four lines. CID info can NOT be sent to non-proprietary phones and displays. CID does work with Call Waiting.
Display of name may not be available with some Caller ID services. The system can log up to 20 unanswered calls per phone. With the help of Caller ID and the Call Log feature you can identify those callers when you come back to your desk, allowing you to easily return the calls.
  • Voice Mail Integration
    This feature makes sure that messages reach the right mailboxes, and speeds up message retrieval. (Uses digital ("DPITS") signaling.)  You can g
    • ive your business a highly professional image and added efficiency with such features as automated attendant, voice mail, interview service and custom service scripts. IMPORTANT NOTE: when programming a Panasonic voice processing system to use with the KX-TA1232, if the programming does not show the KX-TA1232, tell the voice processing system that you are using a KX-TD1232, not an analog 1232!
  • Direct Inward System Access (DISA)
    The KX-TA123291 module can save you time and money with two important capabilities. (1)
    • DISA is a simplified "auto-attendant" feature ("press one to place an order..."). (2) When you’re out of the office, you can still make a phone as if you were sitting at your desk. Dial into the system and calls are handled as if they were made from an inside phone, making billing and bookkeeping simpler. Callers who want to access the system's outside lines or place intercom calls can be required to dial a security code first.
  • Door Intercom and Door Opener
    Using the KX-TA123260, the system provides intercom and remote unlocking at up to four doors. A distinctive ring pattern alerts people inside that a visitor has arrived at any of four entrances. Anyone can then speak to the guest and remotely "buzz" her in with the telephone keypad. You can also use the door speakers to monitor a baby, or children in a playroom.
  • Dual Port Usage
    The KX-TA1232 System is ready for expansion right from the start. You can easily connect a Panasonic proprietary telephone and a single-line device, such as a modem or answerer or cordless phone, simultaneously to any phone jack.     You can dial a call from your PC, and then use the phone to speak.
  • Flexible Buttons
    The buttons on each telephone in the system can be programmed to suit the specific needs of the person who uses that phone. You can use some buttons for outside ("CO") lines, and some buttons for one-touch intercom calls, one-touch automatic dialing or one-touch access to features, such as paging.
  • Automatic Redial
    At the touch of a button the phone automatically redials the last number called. This feature can be extremely helpful when you're trying to get through to a busy company or person.
  • Proprietary Cordless Phone Integration
    The Panasonic KX-TD7895 and other proprietary multi-line cordless phones work very well with a KX-TA1232 System. The KX-T7895 offers flexible buttons with indicators that can be programmed to access central office lines or other features. It also features intercom, redial, conference, transfer and hold buttons on the cordless handset, providing easy access to these functions even while you're away from the base unit. It can handle 12 lines and has a display and headset jack. 
  • Single Line Device Integration
    The KX-TA1232 allows you to connect many types of telephone equipment, such as answerers, cordless phones, fax machines and computer modems, without the need for costly additional circuit modules     or new wiring.
  • Station Message Detail Recording (SMDR)
    By connecting a serial printer to the system, or by attaching a PC (with simple terminal software or more elaborate call accounting software), you can obtain a record of calls. You'll know who called where, when, and for how long. Account codes may be assigned to keep track of costs to be billed to clients, employees, projects or departments.
  • Toll Restriction
    The KX-TA1232 can be programmed to prohibit unauthorized outgoing long distance calls by restricting specific phones from accessing specified area codes or exchanges.
  • Time (Day/Night/Lunch) Service
    The system can automatically switch between day, night and lunch modes at a programmed time every day, for changes in ringing patterns. The modes can also be changed manually by the operator or manager at any desired time.
  • Other Features:
    CO Line Groups, Account Codes, Paging, Music On Hold Input, Executive Override (barge-in), Conference Calling (attended and unattended)
  • Phone line connections are via standard 2-line "RJ-14" modular jacks. "Amphenol" type connectors are used for the wiring going to your phones. Our VersaBlock is ideal for connecting your phone wiring. 
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