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Contents
Guide to system documentation 2
Get Started Guide 2
Phone Quick Reference Guide 2
Detailed User Manual 2
Detailed Internet Module Manual 2
BT Versatility Wizard User Manual 2
System description 3
System Options 3
System Programming Notes 4
Guide to Featurephone layout 5
Explanation of Symbols 5
System programming 6
Accessing the System Programming 7
Programming System Time & Date 8
Configuring a Group (Ring/Hunt Group) 9
Configuring Group & Assigning Extensions 9
Configuring Group & Assigning Extensions [continued>] 10
Note on Groups & Group Types 11
Groups 11
Note: Group Programming 11
Note: Group Names 11
Mapping Incoming Calls to a Group [From a Network Line] 12
Note on Incoming Call Mapping 12
Mapping Incoming Calls to a Group [From an MSN or DDI] 13
Configuring Call Barring Rules 14
Call Barring and Tables 14
Setting up Call Barring Tables 15
Assigning rules to Extensions 16
Configuring Night & Weekend Service 17
Changing System Password 18
Examining Extension Passwords 18
Configuring Answering Machine/System VM Box 19
Enabling Answering Machine/System VM Box 19
Assigning Voicemail Extensions 20
Assigning Voicemail Capacities 20
Programming Personal Speed Dials 21
Programming System Speed Dials 22
Power Fail Operation 23
Extension Name & Settings 24
Additional Extension Settings 25
Configuring the Internet Module 30
BT Versatility Wizard Management Tool 32

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Guide to System Documentation
The BT Versatility is provided with the following range of documentation:
Get Started Guide
Provides overview of System Programming and Key Features
The Get Started Guide takes the user through key system programming
and enables the user to modify basic system configurations to suit their
business requirements. In addition, it allows an appointed ‘Administrator’ to
configure the system, through key settings and programming elements,
enabling a tailored business solution.
Phone Quick Reference Guide
Provides Quick Reference to Key System Features
The Phone Quick Reference Guide is supplied with each BT Versatility
system as an easy to view fold out for each system user. Also provided is a
simple reference to the key operation and system features of
Featurephones or Standard Telephones.
Detailed User Manual
Provides complete detail on System Programming and Features
The Detailed User Manual is provided on a CD-ROM with each
BT Versatility System, covering System Programming, Administration and
Usage, and providing the appointed ‘Administrator’ with information on
configuration of advanced system features.
Detailed Internet Module Manual
Provides complete detail on Internet Module Programming and Usage
The Detailed Internet Module Manual is provided on a CD-ROM with each
BT Versatility System, covering System Programming, Administration and
Usage, and providing the appointed ‘Administrator’ with information on
configuration of advanced system features.
BT Versatility Wizard User Manual
Provides complete detail on programming of BT Versatility with
PC Configuration Tool
The BT Versatility Wizard User Manual is provided on a CD-ROM with
each BT Versatility System.

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System description
• The BT Versatility is an Integrated Communications System. It supports
all your voice call needs and an Optional integrated Data Solution that
allows multiple simultaneous Internet sessions.
• The BT Versatility can accommodate up to 8 Analogue Lines, 4 Digital
Lines, or a combination of both, with up to 32 Extensions.
System Options
Your BT Versatility may be delivered or installed with additional optional
modules, or you may choose to purchase them at a later date. The
following options are available:
• Additional Extension Modules to a maximum of 32 extensions
• Additional Digital or Analogue Line Modules to a maximum of 8 lines
• Optional Internet Module for shared High Speed Internet Connections
• Optional Voicemail Module for professional voice services
• Optional Battery Back Up Module for full system operation in power fail
• Options Module for connecting Long Line Extensions, External Music on
Hold or Central Bell
• “V8” Featurephone with full Menu Display, Handsfree Operation and 8
Programmable keys
• “V16” Featurephone with full Backlit Menu Display, Handsfree
Operation and 16 Programmable keys
• “V16” Expansion Console providing an additional 32 Programmable Keys
when used in conjunction with the V16 Featurephone
• “V” System Terminal with CLI Display, Monitor Function and
Programmable Keys
• Door Intercom to facilitate visitor introduction
• Hospitality software for customers that either have a hotel or guest
houses or any business that needs to bill individual clients

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System Support
BT Versatility Support Web Site: www.productsupport.bt.com/
BT Sales 0800 800 152
BT Service 0800 800 154
BT Versatility Helpdesk 0870 240 8377
System Programming Notes
The BT Versatility may be programmed from either a V8/V16
Featurephone or from the BT Versatility wizard configuration tool supplied
on the CD-supplied with your system. This guide outlines the key elements
of System Programming from the Featurephones only.

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Guide to Featurephone layout
This diagram illustrates the V16 phone which has 16 programmable keys
Explanation of Symbols *Used in this manual
Specific symbols are used to define particular operations or to highlight
important areas as follows:
Caution
Programming Key
Select Function
Scroll through Menus
Secrecy
Key
Hands-free
and light
Volume
Keys
Voice message-
indicating light
4 Function Keys
Programming
Message Retrieval
Speed Dial Lists
Network and ISDN
Scroll /
Edit keys
Clear
Key
Headset
socket
Data
socket
6 Display
Keys
Programmable
keys.
(16 V16 / 8 V8)
Program

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System Programming
The System may only be programmed from one specific extension, by
default this is configured as Extension 20, but the programming position
may be moved to any Extension required.
The System Programming is separated into 3 main blocks:
System covers aspects that affect operation across the complete system
Extension covers aspects that may be programmed per extension
Lines covers aspects which affect the Network connections, Incoming and
Outgoing Calls, and Least Cost Routing configuration.

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Accessing the System Programming
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the Programming Position ---Phone Setup---
(Ext. 20 by default) select the -Auto Answer
Programming Key -Key Programming
-Headset Mode
Scroll through the menus to find ---Phone Setup---
(System Programming) and select the -Ringing Options
option -Contrast Options
-System Programming
Enter Password Enter System Password
Default 1111 -Exit
You are now in the Main Menu for Select Option
System Programming and are presented -System
with the following Sub Menus for -Extensions
Programming Options -Lines
The remainder of this document assumes that you have successfully
navigated to the System Programming Sub Menu above.
Depress the key for 2 seconds at any time or Hang Up to exit the
Programming mode at any time. Modified settings are SAVED automatically.
For more complex settings please refer to the Owners Manual provided on
the CD-ROM packaged with your system.
Clear
Program

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Programming System Time & Date
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [System] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Select [Time & Date] Select Option
-Time & Date
-Change Password
-Programming Position
Enter Time [HHMM] Set Time HHMM
-Confirm
-Exit
Enter Date [DDMMYY] Set Date DDMMYY
-Confirm
-Exit
Note: Time & Date Settings are saved automatically.

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Configuring a Group (Ring/Hunt Group)
Configuring Group & Assigning Extensions
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [Lines] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Select Select Option
[Group Programming] -Equipped Lines
-Group Programming
-Incoming Ringing
Select the Group to be Programmed Select Group
[Scroll If Necessary] -Group 1 Group 4-
-Group 2 Group 5-
-Group 3 Group 6-
Select the Group type to be Select Group Type
programmed -Ring Group
-Hunt Group
-Exit
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Configuring Group & Assigning Extensions/continued
Instruction Action Menu Display
If RING GROUP selected
Select the Extensions to be included Select Extensions
in the RING GROUP -Ext. 20 Ext. 23-
-Ext. 21 Ext. 24-
-Ext. 22 Ext. 25-
If HUNT GROUP selected
Select the HUNT GROUP type required Select Hunt Group Type
-Linear
-Circular
-Longest Idle
(See Next page for Note on Group Types)
Select the Extensions to be included Select Extensions
in the HUNT GROUP -Ext. 20 Ext. 23-
-Ext. 21 Ext. 24-
-Ext. 22 Ext. 25-
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Groups
Note on Groups & Group Types
Note: Group Programming
When assigning Extensions within a Ring or Hunt Group the first
8 extensions are included by default in Group 1. The administrator
may select or deselect Extensions within a Group at any time.
Note: Group Names
All Groups can be assaigned specific names to facilitate ease of
program and system usage. Please refer to the section on Naming
in this document for instructions on creating Group or Extension
names.
Groups of different types may be configured in your BT Versatility
System. When programming a Group you will be offered the
following options:
Ring Group: When selected all phones in the Group ring simultaneously for an
incoming call
Hunt Group: When selected incoming calls are presented to one phone only
within the group and the calls are filtered through the various
Extensions as follows:
• Linear
Calls are presented to the lowest numbered extension first. If an
extension is busy the call is presented to the next free extension.
• Circular
Calls are presented in strict rotation starting with the lowest
numbered extension in the Group (i.e. Call 1 is presented to
Extension 20, call 2 to Extension 21 etc.)
• Longest Idle
Incoming calls are presented to the extension that has been idle
for the longest period of time.

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Mapping Incoming Calls to a Group (From a Network Line)
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [Lines] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Select Select Option
[Incoming Ringing] -Equipped Lines
-Group Programming
-Incoming Ringing
Select the Line or Access Select Line
-Line 1
-Line 2
-Access 1
-Door Intercom
Select the time Select Option
-Day Mode
-Night Mode
-Day & Night Mode
Select the Destination for Incoming Select Destination
Calls on this Line or Access [ Group In -Extension
This Case] -Group
-Auto Attendant
Select the Group which is to receive Select Group
Incoming Calls on this Line or Access -Group 1 Group 4-
during the relevant Time Period -Group 2 Group 5-
-Group 3 Group 6-
Note on Incoming Call Mapping
You may map Incoming Calls on Specific Lines to be presented to different Groups in
Day and Night Mode.
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Mapping Incoming Calls to a Group (From an MSN or DDI)
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [Lines] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Scroll down and select Select Option
[DDI Programming] -DDI Programming
-ISDN Programming
-Exit
Enter MSN Index 001 – 100 Enter MSN Index
May be Existing or New XXX - Exit
Enter MSN/DDI Number -------------
May be Existing or New XXXXXXXXX -Confirm
Confirm when complete -Change
-Delete Exit-
Enter MSN Name -------------
May be Existing or New ABCDEFGHIJ -Confirm
Confirm when complete -Change
-Delete Exit-
Select the time Select Option
-Day Mode
-Night Mode
-Day & Night Mode
Select the Destination for Incoming Select Destination
Calls on this MSN or DDI -Extension
-Group
-Auto Attendant
Select the Group that is to receive Select Group
Incoming Calls on this MSN or DDI -Group 1 Group 4-
Number during the relevant time period. -Group 2 Group 5-
-Group 3 Group 6-
[To Select a group(s) select the
diamond next to it ]
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Call Barring and Tables
Call Barring allows you to prevent specific extensions making specific
types of calls in Day or Night Mode. In order to configure Call Barring, you
first set up the rules [Class codes] as described below, and then assign the
relevant call barring levels to individual extensions.
There are four Tables which may be programmed and six [Class codes]
which may be assaigned to an extension as listed below.
Type of Restriction Table Class Typical Use
No restriction None 1 Allow ALL
Restricted from calls in Table 2 2 2 Bar 00
Restricted from calls in Table 2 & 3 3 3 Bar 0
Allowed Internal and Emergency Calls only None 4 Bar ALL
Allowed Numbers that overide Table 2 & 3 5 5 Exception
Restricted Numbers that overide Table 1, 2 & 3 6 6 Specific Bar
Table Bar Default settings
Table 2 International “00”,“14100”,“147000”,“192”,“153”, “128000”
Table 3 National “0”,“1410”,“14700”,“192”,“153”, “12800”
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Configuring Call Barring Rules

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Setting up Call Barring Tables
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [System] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Scroll down and select Select Option
[Class Codes] -Class Codes
-Reset Options
-Set v24 Baud Rate
Select the Table which is to be Select Table
programmed -Table 2
-Table 3
-Allowed Table/Restricted Table
Enter Index 01 – 50 Enter Index 01 - 50 - Enter the
number or code you wish to
bar here
May be Existing or New Index XX -Exit
Select Confirm to Complete the Set-Up Select Option
-Any
-Confirm
[See Note Below for ‘ANY’ Option] -Change
Note: Each entry restricts or allows one number or range of numbers. A wildcard may be used ‘ANY’
(i.e. 403 X would bar calls to numbers between 403-1 and 403-0.
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Assigning rules to Extensions
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [Extension] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Scroll down and select Select Option
[Restriction Classes] -Name Programming
-Restriction Classes
-Tone Protect
Select Time for rule to be applied Select Option
Day or Night - Day Class of Service
- Night Class of Service
- Exit
Select the Class Rule to be applied Select Option
Class 1 to 6 -Class 1 Class 4-
-Class 2 Class 5-
-Class 3 Class 6-
Exit-
Select the Extensions to which this Class X day/night
rule applies -Ext 20 Ext 23-
-Ext 21 Ext 24-
-Ext 22 Ext 25-
[To Select an extension(s) select
the diamond next to it]
Note: You may apply the same rule to multiple extensions.
You may apply multiple rules to the same extension.
You may exit the menu at any time and the settings will be saved.

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Configuring Night & Weekend Service
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [System] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Scroll down and select Select Option
[Night Service] -Night Service
-Music on Hold
-Line Key Light
Program Night Service On & Off Times Select Option
[Apply Weekend (if required)] - Automatic On Times
- Automatic Off Times
- Weekend Service
Enter On Times Select Option
-On Time 1
-On Time 2
-Exit
Enter Off Times Select Option
-Off Time 1
-Off Time 2
-Exit
Enter Time to be set and then select Set Time [HHMM]
Confirm - Confirm
- Change
- Delete
Note: You may apply 2 sets of times for the Night Service rules to be applied, typically this will be
used for Lunch Time and Out of Office Hours.
Night Service allows you to configure different call routing plans for these time periods.
You may exit the menu at any time and the settings will be saved
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Changing System Password
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [System] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Select Select Option
[Change Password] -Time & Date
-Change Password
-Programming Position
Enter New Password [xxxx] 1111
4 digit numeric and Confirm -Confirm
-Change
-Exit
Examining Extension Passwords
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [Extension] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Scroll down and select Select Option
[Examine Passwords] -No Call Logging
-External Diversions
-Examine Passwords
Select the password which you need Select Option
to view -Ext. Lock Password
-Voicemail Password
-System VM Box
The System VM password is displayed Select Extension
immediately. -Ext 20 Ext 23-
Select an extension to view -Ext 21 Ext 24-
it’s Password. -Ext 22 Ext 25-
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Configuring System Voicemail Box
Instruction Action Menu Display
From the System Programming Select Option
Sub Menu Select [Lines] -System
-Extensions
-Lines
Scroll down and select Select Option
[System VM Box] -Outgoing Line Priority
-PABX Group
-System VM Box
Select the Line(s) which are to be System VM Box
answered by the System Answering -Access 1
Machine when it is enabled -Line 1
-Line 2
Note: To utilise the Voicemail features on the BT Versatility, you must purchase the optional
Voicemail module
Enabling System Voicemail Box
From Extension 20 in idle menu Scroll
down and select -Internal call
-Redial last number
[System VM Box] -Saved numbers
Scroll down and select
-Night service
[System VM Box] -System VM Box
-Divert
Once enabled extension 20 idle -System VM box
menu appears as shown -Internal call
-Redial last number
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