The Norstar 3x8 is Northern Telecom's entry-level digital key
telephone system, designed for very small offices requiring a professional,
full-featured telephone solution. The system supports up to
3 central office lines and 8 digital telephone sets, making
it ideal for home offices, small retail operations, or branch offices.
The 3x8 KSU delivers the same Norstar feature set found on larger systems,
including call transfer, hold, conferencing, and autodial memory. It is
compatible with the full range of M-series and T-series digital telephone sets.
| Specification |
Value |
| Maximum CO Lines |
3 |
| Maximum Stations |
8 |
| System Type |
Digital Key System |
| Software Release |
DR5.1 |
| Compatible Phones |
M-Series, T-Series |
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The Norstar 6x16 is a mid-range digital key system supporting up to
6 central office lines and 16 digital stations. It is well-suited
for small businesses and professional offices that require greater line capacity
and more extensions than the 3x8 can provide.
The 6x16 shares the same software release and feature set as the 3x8 (DR5.1),
providing a consistent programming and administration experience across both
platforms. An installer guide is available covering all configuration and
hardware expansion options.
| Specification |
Value |
| Maximum CO Lines |
6 |
| Maximum Stations |
16 |
| System Type |
Digital Key System |
| Software Release |
DR5.1 |
| Compatible Phones |
M-Series, T-Series |
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| Norstar Compact ICS (CICS) |
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The Norstar Compact ICS (CICS) is Northern Telecom's most versatile
small-business telephone system. Building on the proven Norstar platform,
the CICS introduces a modular architecture that allows the system to grow
with your business.
The CICS supports a broad range of line and station configurations through
optional expansion modules. Software version 6.x introduces enhanced
voicemail integration, improved call routing, and support for the full
T-series telephone family. The CICS is the recommended platform for new
small-to-medium business installations.
| Specification |
Value |
| Base Configuration |
2 CO lines / 8 stations |
| Maximum (expanded) |
8 CO lines / 24 stations |
| Software Versions |
4.x, 6.0, 6.1 |
| Voicemail Support |
Norstar Flash, CallPilot |
| Compatible Phones |
M-Series, T-Series |
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| Norstar Integrated Communications System (ICS) |
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The Norstar Integrated Communications System (ICS) is the flagship
of the Norstar family, designed for medium-sized businesses that require
a highly scalable, feature-rich telecommunications platform. The modular
ICS architecture allows for significant expansion of both lines and stations
through the addition of trunk and station cartridges.
The ICS supports advanced features including hospitality services, enhanced
call routing, and a broad range of integration options with other business
systems. It is fully compatible with all Norstar digital telephones and
voicemail platforms.
| Specification |
Value |
| Architecture |
Modular (cartridge-based) |
| Hospitality Features |
Yes (see feature card) |
| Voicemail Support |
Norstar Flash, CallPilot |
| Compatible Phones |
M-Series, T-Series |
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