Monthly Archives: January 2015

Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is pleased to introduce the Engenius DuraFon 1X cordless phone. The phone features high antenna sensitivity, allowing for long-range communication. The Durafon 1X has over 4 times the range of powerful 2.4 GHz phones. The unit delivers clear communication a crossed 12 floors of office buildings or hotels, 250,000 square feet of warehouses or manufacturing plants and 3000 acres of open space on farms or ranches.

The Engenius phone boasts great features for industrial users. The device is durably built with ruggedized housing, a shock resistant antenna and a double-locked battery. Users will enjoy the intuitive menu selections and programmable keys. The unit offers 6 hours of talk time and a 36-user capacity when expanded to 4 bases.

When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Engenius DuraFon 1X phone, he said, “When you need long range communication, this is the phone for you. Whether you are a farmer out in the fields or a security officer in a 12-story building, this phone will get the job done.”

For more information on the Engenius DuraFon 1X phone, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce the Premier Technologies HY-7600 MP3 music on hold messaging player. The system makes uploading customized messages and music a breeze. If a business has multiple locations, users can easily upload new audio to all of their locations simultaneously. Mounting assemblies are available to mount the unit on a server rack. The device uses MP3 files, removing the need to purchase physical media. The system can promote new products and services or play upbeat music. If an Ethernet cable is not available for uploading, a USB flash drive can be used. The loading of new files is effortlessly done by “dragging and dropping” MP3 files from a computer to the flash drive. When the flash drive is plugged into the unit, the files automatically download. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the HY-7600 music on hold player, he said, “I just talked to a business the other day that was paying someone to upload their messages. That’s when I told them about the Premier Technologies HY-7600 music on hold player. It’s so easy to use; there is no reason to pay someone outside the company to manage your messaging system.” For more information about the Premier Technologies HY-7600 music on hold messaging system, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in audio and web conferencing, is pleased to announce that Sonexis Conference Manager 10.0 is now compliant with a key Internet Protocol (IP) telephony solution from Avaya. Sonexis Conference Manager is an in-house audio conference bridge that is secure, easy to use, and eliminates the ongoing fees of subscription based services. The bridge is tested by Avaya for compatibility with: Avaya IP Office Release 7.0 using PRI, SIP, and H.323 trunk interfaces.

Sonexis Conference Manger is used by more small and medium sized businesses than any other in-house bridge on the market. The product’s ease of use and adaptability has made the product a favorite in the industry. Users simply plug Conference Manger into their voice (PSTN) or data network (VOIP) and within minutes the company can schedule, launch, and record conferences. Popular applications (like Microsoft Outlook, Lotus Notes, and the Web Browser) provide the interfaces that make Conference Manger accommodating for any user. The device is typically installed within one hour and scales easily from 12 to 1,000 ports of audio and 5 to 1,000 seats of Web. With the bridge’s unique design, businesses can always add more features, users, or protocols.

Eric Rossman, vice president of developer relations at Avaya, said, “Sonexis Technology’s collaboration offering for the small-to-medium size enterprise marketplace leverages the built-in audio conferencing capabilities of Avaya IP Office and will provide greater capability and choice for Avaya IP Office customers.” Avaya IP Office customers will enjoy the capabilities of Sonexis while keeping their existing equipment.

When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Sonexis and Avaya partnership, he said, “We are always happy when our vendors partner together. Through this collaboration we are able provide even more value to our Sonexis and Avaya customers.”

For more information about Avaya IP Office and Sonexis Conference Manager, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in emergency notification products, is proud to introduce the E-1600-45A outdoor emergency call box from Viking. The ADA compliant emergency phone is designed to provide reliable hands-free communication for parking garages, lobbies, universities, convention centers and elevators. The Viking call box boasts many outstanding features. The unit can dial up to five programmable emergency numbers and two central station numbers. Additionally, the call box can be programmed to automatically deliver an announcement identifying the location of the call. To withstand outdoor conditions, the call box is designed with Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP). EWP products feature rubber gaskets and boots, hand soldered silicon sealed connections, gel-filled butt connectors, and urethane potted circuit boards. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Viking call box, he said, “Safety is a real concern in places like parking garages and college campuses. For these settings, I would recommend this call box. It provides reliable communication, automatic dialing, and can stay operational in severe weather.” For more information about the Viking E-1600-45A call box, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce Scitec's T5-08 hotel phone. The unit is a two-line speakerphone featuring 5 programmable keys. With the simple push of a button, users can connect to the right department to schedule a wake-up call, order a meal, request a taxi, or ask for luggage assistance. In addition to the programmable service buttons, guests will enjoy one-touch message retrieval. The unit also features hold, redial, speaker, mute, and conference buttons. A high/low ringer switch and a 4-step handset volume control allows users to easily choose an audible level. The T5-08 boasts industrial grade construction and a matte finish. Black and ash color options are available to fit the décor of any room. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Scitec T5-08 phone, he said, “The hotel industry is highly competitive and everyone is fighting to be the leader in customer service. The right phone makes a difference because it simplifies guest communication. The Scitec T5-08 phone delivers with 5 customizable service buttons and easy message retrieval.” For more information on the Scitec T5-08 hotel phone, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229. Telcom & Data is also proud to offer many other hotel phones from Scitec and Teledex.

Telcom & Data, a leader in telecommunications, is proud to introduce the Viking AES-2000 apartment entry system. The system is simple to use and provides critical security support. The unit can store up to 525 tenant names and phone numbers. Once a tenant is selected from the database, their phone number is automatically dialed. When a connection has been made, the tenant can activate a remote door strike by entering a touch tone command. A second relay is also provided to control an automatic door. The AES-2000 has special audio and visual support for those with disabilities. The back-lit LCD display features large 1/2” tall characters and shows directions for making a call. A built-in voice recorder and announcer can also deliver an instructional audio message. When the EZ Access button is pressed, instructions are both displayed and announced. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the need for door entry systems, he said, “A door entry system is a must for any apartment owner. I’ve never met an owner that doesn’t want to protect their building from intruders and make their tenants feel safe.” For more information on the Viking AES-2000 door entry system, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business telecommunications, is proud to offer affordable phone system leasing services. Leasing a phone system gives companies expanded credit availability, tax benefits, free cash flow, and equipment obsolescence protection.
Telcom & Data offers convenient short-term and long-term leasing options. The equipment comes from Avaya and Allworx, two of the industry’s top brands. The phone leasing program features 100% financing with no down payment. This allows companies to get the equipment they need without a major cash outlay. As a result, the leasee has more free capital to make other investments. A business may also choose to lease equipment for tax benefits.

Businesses can deduct the lease payments, reducing their tax burden.
When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the company’s phone system leasing services, he said, “Phone system leasing makes sense for a lot of businesses. Purchasing equipment can place a huge drain on a business’s budget. Our leasing program offers a great alternative with low monthly payments.”

For more information on Telcom & Data’s phone system leasing services, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce Wheelock’s UTA-1 loud phone ringer for noisy environments or wide area coverage. Loud ringers are critical for customer communication in automotive repair shops, fabrication shops, machine shops, factories, and other industrial settings. The unit is easily heard over loud machinery at 109 db. Users may choose from 4 ring tones: horn, bell, single chime or vibrating chime. The UTA-1 operates off of standard telephone ringing voltage. The unit is FCC and DOC registered for the public telephone network and can be used behind PBX and key systems. The UTA-1 is ruggedly constructed with a weather resistant backbox and conduit enclosed wiring for optional outdoor use. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data was asked out the loud ringer, he said, “A loud ringer is critical for businesses with noisy environments. For example, in an auto repair shop type of setting, the ringer ensures customer calls are heard over the noise of the cars, machinery, and tools.” For more information on the Wheelock’s loud phone ringer, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.

Telcom & Data, a leader in server racks, is pleased to introduce Advantage computer desks from Great Lakes Case & Cabinet. The desks can serve as a one-person terminal or can be expanded to create an organized IT office. The furniture is easily personalized with adjustable storage compartments, shelves, and drawers. All of the units feature a clean and modern design.

Advantage computer desks were built for maximum usability. The units are ruggedly constructed with heavy-duty steel to ensure strength and longevity. The storage drawers and overhead compartments are lockable, delivering critical security requirements. Many accessories can be added to the units including peninsulas, cable management solutions, and LCD flat-panel display mounts. The Advantage product line contains numerous models and configurations to fit any office environment.

When Brian Franz, Regional Sales Manager at Great Lakes, was asked about Advantage computer desks, he said, "IT departments have a completely different set of needs when it comes to furniture. Great Lakes Advantage delivers high quality, heavy-duty functional desks, tables and shelving that are unlike anything else."

For more information on Advantage computer desks, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229

A standard conference phone won’t perform well in large conference rooms; audio quality diminishes dramatically as the distance between the individual speaking and the receiver is extended. Telcom & Data, a leader in business phone systems, is proud to introduce the Polycom SoundStation VXT 1000 conference phone as an ideal solution. With the VXT 1000, conference call participants can speak at their normal voice level and be heard clearly from up to 20-feet away from the receiver. The accompanying SoundStation VTX subwoofer extends down to 80Hz, providing great in-house sound. The VXT boasts many great features and benefits. The unit automatically selects wideband or narrowband mode based on the far-end phone. If a call is placed to another SoundStation VTX 1000, the phone will automatically connect in wideband mode. The unit is the world’s first phone to deliver wideband voice over ordinary telephone lines. Additionally, the phone automatically turns off the microphones that are not being used by the speaker, removing the “in the well” sound. When Ricardo Trinidad, President of Telcom & Data, was asked about the Polycom SoundStation VX 1000 conference phone, he said, “Sound quality is a real problem for many conferencing calls. This phone implements noise reduction technology and many automatic sound features to eliminate poor audio.” The VXT 1000 is easy to install and integrates with Polycom Vortex® installed room systems, Polycom VSX™ group video conferencing solutions, and Global Management System™. For more information about the Polycom SoundStation VXT 1000 or other conferencing products, visit Telcom & Data’s website or call 1-800-335-0229.