[asterisk-users] PAP2T auto answer?

[Mike Diehl]

On Wednesday 27 April 2011 2:13:07 am C F wrote:
> The answer function on an analog line is accomplished by going off
> hook. Unless the line is controlled by an automated device (like
> answering machine) someone has to physically take the device off hook
> to answer it. The ATA has no way to do it as all it gives is the FXS
> signalling.

You are quite right.  Thank you.

> What exactly are you trying to accomplish?

I've got this working on my Polycoms and was simply hoping to use the PAP as 
an inexpensive intercom.  Guess not. ;^)

> Vikingeleoctronics makes a door box (E20 iirc) that is powered by an
> analog line and can do auto answer when it gets the first ring.

I'll look into it.  Thank you.

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Take care and have fun,
Mike Diehl.