Defining Inter-exchange carrier calls

Last Updated : Oct 07, 2026 |
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Here is an example of how Communication Manager routes an ARS call to an inter-exchange (long-distance) carrier (IXC). IXC numbers directly access your long-distance carrier lines. IXC numbers begin with 1010, followed by three digits, plus the number as it is normally dialed including 0, 00, or 1+ 10 digits. These numbers are set up on your default translations. Remember, the user dials 9 to access ARS, then the rest of the number.
  1. Type display ars analysis 1.
  2. Press Enter to view the ARS Digit Analysis Table screen starting with 1.
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
    This table shows five translations for IXC calls.
    When you use x in the Dialed String field, Communication Manager recognizes x as a wildcard. The x represents any digit, 0 - 9. If I dial 1010, the next 3 digits will always match the x wild cards in the dialed string.
    Use the ARS digit analysis table shown above and follow the routing for an IXC call to AT&T. 1010288 is the carrier access code for AT&T.
    • A user dials 9 1010288 plus a public network number.
    • Communication Manager drops the ARS FAC (9 in our example), looks at the ARS Digit Analysis Table for 1010, and analyzes the number.
    • Then it matches 288 with xxx and sends the call over route pattern 5.
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