Pingtel Releases Version 3.6 of SIPxchange(TM) Enterprise Communications Server.The New Version is Easier to Install and Use, Offers Superior Voice Quality, and Builds on to Pingtel's Lead Supporting Features in Compliance with the SIP Standard WOBURN, Mass. -- Pingtel Corp., the leading provider of SIP-based Enterprise Communications Systems (ECS See eComStation. ), today announced that version 3.6 of the company's SIPxchange ECS solution has been released. The 3.6 version is focused on extending Pingtel's Enterprise Communications Server See network access server, modem server, terminal server and communications controller. (operating system) Communications Server - IBM's rebranding of ACF. (SIP PBX (Private Branch eXchange) An inhouse telephone switching system that interconnects telephone extensions to each other as well as to the outside telephone network (PSTN). ) leadership through more robust technology and features, improved flexibility, and increased value of the SIPxchange solution by further reducing operational cost. The new version of Pingtel's SIPxchange ECS also enhances the solution's superior voice quality. By being built on the SIP standard, SIPxchange ECS has always routed voice packets on a peer-to-peer basis along the fastest path between end-points and not through the PBX. Now, in version 3.6, SIPxchange ECS fully supports Polycom HD Voice[TM] technology and the new HD Voice-equipped Polycom IP phone, the SoundPoint([R]) IP 650. Using the SoundPoint IP 650 with SIPxchange ECS will enable clearer calls and more productive communications. "Improving voice clarity is extremely important in business communications because it greatly reduces costly misunderstandings and minimizes listener fatigue Listener fatigue occurs when the ear tunes out unwanted noises and focuses on the wanted ones. When listening to music for example, the speakers may give off an unwanted hissing noise that the person has to focus out, causing "Listener Fatigue". ," said Sunil Bhalla, senior vice president and general manager, voice communications at Polycom. "The combination of Polycom's SoundPoint IP650 with Pingtel's SIPxchange ECS IP PBX (Internet Protocol Private Branch eXchange) A telephone switch that supports voice over IP (VoIP). IP PBXs convert IP phone calls into traditional circuit-switched TDM connections for the PSTN. offers customers an integrated solution that provides a high-quality VoIP communications experience." SIPxchange 3.6 is a major release of the Pingtel ECS software. The new version implements a unified messaging Having access to e-mail, voice mail and faxes via a common computer application or by telephone. For example, unified messaging may send faxes and digitized voice mail to a mail server that turns them into e-mail attachments. core based on standard SIP, offers a significantly enhanced graphical user interface graphical user interface (GUI) Computer display format that allows the user to select commands, call up files, start programs, and do other routine tasks by using a mouse to point to pictorial symbols (icons) or lists of menu choices on the screen as opposed to having to for simplified installation, system operation and maintenance, and provides intercom and lightweight directory access protocol (protocol) Lightweight Directory Access Protocol - (LDAP) A protocol for accessing on-line directory services. LDAP was defined by the IETF in order to encourage adoption of X.500 directories. (LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) A protocol used to access a directory listing. LDAP support is implemented in Web browsers and e-mail programs, which can query an LDAP-compliant directory. ) support along with a long list of other enhanced features. These new features extend the capabilities of SIPxchange ECS to easily integrate into an existing IT environment, comply with best practices for IT management, and make the overall experience with the system even easier. SIPxchange ECS 3.6 also extends the high-availability capabilities first introduced in release 3.4. As a fully distributed Fully distributed A new stock issue that has been completely resold to the investing public and is no longer held by dealers. fully distributed Of or relating to a new issue of securities that has been sold out. system, SIPxchange 3.6 is now typically deployed in high-availability (HA) configuration offering full redundancy of the call control infrastructure. An additional benefit of this feature is the doubling of performance under normal operating conditions as redundant systems automatically share the load. SIPxchange HA is simple to deploy and maintain as it does not require any cluster or similar technology. Redundant systems can be co-located in the same data center or distributed to different offices, further enhancing usability and performance while keeping operating cost low. "The new additions and enhancements to SIPxchange ECS 3.6 make it the best and most robust release to date," said Martin Steinmann, senior vice president of marketing at Pingtel. "Our new developments make it easier for enterprise users to adopt and deploy a unified communications The real time redirection of a voice, text or e-mail message to the device closest to the intended recipient at any given time. For example, voice calls to desk phones could be routed to the user's cellphone when required. solution that will benefit their business." SIPxchange version 3.6 is available for download at Pingtel's online web shop at http://www.pingtel.com/store, and can also be ordered through Pingtel by calling 1-800-PINGTEL or through Pingtel's reseller community, a list of which is available on Pingtel's website at http://www.pingtel.com. About Pingtel Corporation Pingtel is reshaping the communications market by delivering the only 100% SIP-based and easiest to use enterprise class communications platforms that support the features and functionality required by today's and future business market. Pingtel combines the best attributes of open source development--low cost, adaptability and flexibility--with the reliable solutions and support enterprises require for voice applications. For more information, visit http://www.pingtel.com and http://sipx-wiki.calivia.com. Polycom, the Polycom logo and SoundPoint are registered trademarks and SoundPoint IP and Polycom HD Voice are trademarks of Polycom in the U.S. and various countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. [c]2007, Polycom, Inc. All rights reserved. |
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