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Toshiba Launches Stratagy IVP8, a New Generation
Voice Processing System for Two to Eight Ports
Cost-Effective, Robust Voice Processing for Toshibas New Strata CTX Digital Business Telephone Systems and Toshibas Strata DK Hybrid Key Business Telephone Systems
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TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS DIVISION
For More Information Contact:
Teri Bruno, TBPR
714-536-8407
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JoAnn Moradshahi
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
Telecommunication Systems Division
949-583-3714
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Toshiba Launches Stratagy IVP8, a New Generation
Voice Processing System for Two to Eight Ports
Cost-Effective, Robust Voice Processing for Toshibas New Strata CTX Digital Business Telephone Systems and Toshibas Strata DK Hybrid Key Business Telephone Systems
IRVINE, Calif., February 5, 2002 -- Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division (Toshiba TSD) today announced the release of its new generation Stratagy IVP8 voice processing system, delivering a more cost-effective, robust solution for its customers. Compatible with Toshibas new Strata® CTX line of new-generation digital business telephone systems and Toshibas Strata DK line of hybrid key business telephone systems, Stratagy IVP8 provides integrated voice processing using flash drive technology. The Stratagy IVP8 supports two to eight ports of voice processing. (See release on Strata CTX product line, also announced today.)
Toshiba is dedicated to delivering exceptional value, reliability and capabilities for its users, large and small alike," said Paul L. Wexler, executive vice president of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., in Irvine, Calif. Supporting two to eight ports, the new Stratagy IVP8 is an integrated solution for Toshibas new generation CTX digital business telephone systems and also is compatible with our traditional Strata DK hybrid key business telephone systems."
Integrated Solution Delivers Improved Compatibility at Value Pricing
The Stratagy IVP8 is an integrated voice processing solution designed to be installed in a base or expansion cabinet card slot of a Toshiba Strata CTX or Strata DK telephone system providing support for two to eight ports.
The Stratagy IVP8 provides an integrated voice processing solution with the
Toshiba telephone system, making it much more cost-effective than purchasing
a phone system separately from voice mail. In fact, it is typically at least 20 percent less expensive yet offers unparalleled compatibility and integration," said Michael E. Durance, vice president and general manager of Toshiba Telecommunication Systems Division.
This seamless integration also delivers faster, more efficient call transfers, without the frustrating pauses and delays often found with other systems," Durance said. And because the telecommunication system is from a single manufacturer, upgrades and improvements can usually be incorporated into the existing system quickly and inexpensively."
Proprietary Design for Exceptional Compatibility and Reliability
The Stratagy IVP8s circuit card architecture is a Toshiba proprietary design utilizing state-of-the-art embedded processing capabilities. It has flash memory, two serial ports, and a built-in modem for local or remote interface with a PC. It provides approximately four hours of storage, with an optional upgrade to 12 hours.
The Stratagy IVP8 incorporates all of its voice processing capabilities on a single card, so it's simple to install. Because it has no moving parts, the Stratagy IVP8 delivers faster performance and enhanced reliability. There's no need for standard telephone ports, outside cabling, or a separate battery backup. The entire voice processing system is contained within the Strata CTX or Strata DK telephone system, without the purchase of new, expensive, external hardware.
Because the Stratagy IVP8 was designed specifically to integrate into the Toshiba telephone systems, it offers unmatched compatibility and integration capabilities, delivering unparalleled performance," Durance pointed out.
Call Record to Voice Mail" Lets Users Record Telephone Conversations
When used with the new Toshiba Strata CTX digital business telephone system, Stratagy IVP8 users can activate the Call Record to Voice Mail" feature. This allows users to record and store telephone conversations simply by pressing an optionally programmed Record feature key on the digital telephone. Users can save the recordings in their own voice mail or send it to an alternate voice mailbox.
Monitors Status of Extensions and Automatically Handles Night Transfers
Because the Stratagy IVP8 is installed directly in the telephone system, it has the ability to monitor the status of extensions for busy/idle status and a DSS/BLF consoles Night Transfer Key for alternate incoming call routing applications. It can also be synchronized with the Strata CTX KSU or run on its own system clock, which automatically makes Daylight Savings Time adjustments.
System Stays Live, Even During Power Interruptions
The Stratagy IVP8 achieves voice and data storage by utilizing a solid-state Flash memory data storage device that uses non-volatile, semiconductor read/write storage technology. This means that if power is interrupted, the database is not lost. The database information on the Stratagy IVP8 remains secure through power outages without employing on-board batteries. Because the Stratagy IVP8 is a circuit card that is inside Toshibas Strata CTX or Strata DK telephone system, both of which come with battery back-up options, the Strata IVP8 system operation will be maintained even during black-outs.
Increased Reliability With Use of Flash Memory
The flash memory data storage device in the Stratagy IVP8 contains no moving parts and is built with all solid state components. As a result, it is fast, noiseless, lightweight and delivers a higher level of reliability than standard disk drive-based systems. It operates like an industry standard Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE) hard disk drive; however, unlike disk drives, flash memory speed does not decrease with increasing amounts of data stored, nor does disk storage fragmentation occur. This makes the flash-based Stratagy IVP8 much more reliable than disk drive-based voice processing solutions.
The flash memory also has very high-data integrity with automatic bad-spot management and sparing, plus full Error Correction Coding (ECC) for high reliability.
Easy Administrator Functionality
Basic administrative functions, such as adding users, re-setting passwords, etc., can easily be performed by the System Administrator using a touchtone telephone. More extensive system administration requires an IBM-compatible PC with keyboard and monitor.
Port Upgrades Done Remotely by Toshiba
The Stratagy IVP8 system supports two to eight ports. Upgrades are easily performed remotely by Toshiba via the internal modem that is standard with the system.
Pricing & Availability
The Stratagy IVP8 is priced under $1,900, excluding installation, and is now available from Authorized Toshiba Dealers. To find an Authorized Toshiba Dealer in your area, visit the Toshiba website at www.telecom.toshiba.com.
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS) is comprised of multiple divisions that provide computer, communications and imaging
products and services. Products include industry leading portable computers, PDAs, mobile computing accessories, communications and portable servers, storage subsystems, cable modems, digital business telephone systems, voice-mail, digital cameras, security systems, and projectors. TAIS provides sales, marketing, services and manufacturing for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a world leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems. Toshiba has global sales of over $50 billion and more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide.
About Toshiba Telecommunication Systems Division
The Toshiba Telecommunication Systems Division markets the Strata CTX and Strata DK families of digital business telephone systems, Strata CS Communication Server, Stratagy voice processing systems, and Interactive Voice Response. For additional product information, contact Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division, 9740 Irvine Blvd., P.O. Box 19724, Irvine, CA 92618-1697, or visit the website at www.telecom.toshiba.com.
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