Personal
Telephony
ISDN
ISDN Basic Rate
Product Detail
ISDN Basic Rate is a single line that has 2 X 64 kbps digital lines (channels) which can be used separately, so that you can do two things at once. You could reduce your fixed line monthly rental by using ISDN Basic Rate.
Each digital line (channel) can carry both voice and data applications which make it a flexible and cost effective services because you only need ISDN service to cater all your applications.
Not only that you can make 2 calls simultaneously, you can also fax and call at the same time or call and surf the net at the same time.
Both channels can be bonded to provide 128 kbps for fast Internet access.*
*Calls at 128 kbps establish 2 calls at 64kbps, so 2 sets of call charges will be incurred.
Telephone Numbers
In most cases, you can keep your existing normal phone line number and this can be used to maintain your regular phone number.**
If you wish, you can have separate phone number for telephones or other device connected to the ISDN line.
**Use of existing phone number is subject to technical assessment by TM.
Devices
Depending on the equipment that is used, you can connect up to 8 digital devices to a single ISDN Basic Rate line. These can be digital phones, digital fax machines or computers equipped with an ISDN card.
You can also use analogue equipment, which you connect to the ISDN line through an interface called a Terminal Adapter (TA).
These saves you hassles of plugging and unplugging equipment that you want to use on the line.
Further info about ISDN configurations and devices learn more here.
ISDN-ready package provides you with two digital lines as well as a digital modem to get your ISDN Basic Rate service set-up faster. Plus you save more money as extra equipment are no longer required. With your ISDN-ready package, you can connect up to 5 devices and can operate 2 devices simultaneously.
Supplementary Features
Manage your calls efficiently by
- Caller Line Identification – Identify your caller before answering
- Call Forwarding Unconditional – Transfer your calls from ISDN line to a selected number, be it your mobile or another phone
- Multiple Subscriber Number(MSN) – Get multiple phone numbers over a single line
Call Waiting/Call Hold – Miss no calls even though you are engage, put the current caller on hold while answering waiting call on the line***
***This service makes an incoming call possible even when all the B channels are not available.
ISDN Applications
Voice Calls
Connections are almost instant with crystal clear voice quality. Connect multiple Basic Rate lines to a digital switch/PBX and save cost by reducing the rental charges.
Access the Internet
Connect multiple Pcs in LAN to the Internet for a far lower cost than individual dedicated lines.
Remote Network Access
Access to office network remotely when you work from home.
Meet via Video Conferencing
You can communicate face-to-face with friends and relative abroad using Desktop Conferencing. You can make video calls to other countries that have ISDN.
Pricing
| HomeLink |
STANDARD ISDN BASIC RATE |
ISDN-READY PACKAGE |
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Line Deposit
(Refundable) |
|
RM100 |
RM100 |
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Connection Fee
(One time Charge) |
|
RM100 |
RM100 |
|
NA |
RM100 |
|
RM30 |
RM33* |
*Monthly Rental RM 30 = Line rental RM 30 + Equipment(Modem) rental RM3
Suplementary Features
| |
Monthly fee |
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Caller Line Identification |
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RM3.00 |
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Call Forwarding Unconditional (CFU) |
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RM1.50 |
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Multiple Subscriber Number (MSN)* |
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RM1.00/number |
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Call Waiting/Call Hold(CW/CH) |
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RM1.50 |
* Maximum 8 numbers for one Basic Rate line
** Basic Rate is able to serve for hunting facilities and a maximum of 8 Basic Rate lines can be served in one hunting group.
*** Subject to availability of the above features. |
