routing to a long distance number requires access code

[MatthewM]

From a vector I need to be able to route a call to a long distance number. The call goes out over a trunk that requires a 4-digit access code at the long-distance provider level. If I was setting up a modem within our system I would simply add one or two commas at the end of the number and then the 4-digit code. However, I am not sure how this can be done through vectoring. Please let me know if you have any insights. Thanks!

 

[Bobg1]

This does not require a vector. You can do it with ars digit analysis. Using the digit analysis you can match a number and add thr digits then send it on its way.

 

[MatthewM]

I'm not quite sure how I would do what you suggested. Within the ARS table I do not see where I can attach the 4-digit access code to the dialed string. REMINDER: This is not an access code within my switch, it is at the MCI level. When a call goes out over our MCI long distance T-1, a 4 digit access code is required since MCI keeps track of our departmental calls for us on our bill.

Unfortunately I cannot setup a vector that states
"route-to 91234567890~p1234" because it is one digit too long for the vector field.


If you could elaborate I would be very appreciative. Thanks Bobg1.

 

[vaoldschl]

What Bob's talking about is 'cha ars digit x' If you enter the number you wish to convert, such as 123-456-7890 and set to delete the digits and insert 91234567890~p1234 then every time the switch dials that number it will include the code. Problem would be if you really use the MCI codes to track calling and another department dials the number it would bill to whoever owned the 1234 code.

 

[MatthewM]

OK, but unfortunatley the digit conversion table will not take the necessary pause characters (~p).

 

[Bobg1]

Have you tried putting the number into a speed dial?

 

[Bobg1]

Although I have never used it, you can also add digits in the route pattern. I know that special charachters are allowed in the string, you would have to find out which ones do what.

 

[hartmj]

You can do this using the route pattern. I have had do implement this same solution for a similar problem before. I deleted all 11 digits and then added them back with 3 commas and then the 4 digit code. For example:

No. Inserted
Del Digits
Dgts
11 19033248000,,,5001

Hope this helps,

Josh

 

[FortKnox]

I need to be able to do this for all calls, not just specific numbers. Possible?

 

[mikeydidit]

Canibus, you should be receiving a detailed phone report with the bill from OTM. Are you not getting this??

Mike Jones
Louisiana State University Health Sciences center

 

[FortKnox]

Yeah, it works fine, I need to be able to automagically insert the digits at the end from my switch either in an all-inclusive route OR on the trunk.