Polnet ACP-500
Out-of-Band Network Switch

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How does the ACP Series 2.0 work?

The Multi-Link Polnet ACP-500 installs on an analog phone line and answers inbound calls at the first sign of ring voltage. After the ACP-500 goes off‐hook, it immediately screens for fax and security access codes (SAC). During this processing period, a Bell spec “ring‐back” tone is issued to the calling party.

Once a SAC command is received, the call is routed to the corresponding port. In the absence of fax/access codes, the call is defaulted to device port #1. Outbound calls are processed in the normal fashion with barge‐in protection.

The emergency barge‐in (EBI) feature allows up to four user designated device ports to seize the phone line for critical outbound calls.

The ACP-500 is an industrial grade call processor with an advanced feature set designed to route calls on an analog/simulated analog telephone line.

Upon ring detection, the ACP-500 will capture CID Data and answer the incoming call. After answering, the ACP-500 immediately scans for a CNG (fax) tone or DTMF security access code (SAC).

During this processing period, a Bell spec “ring-back” tone is provided to the calling party. If a security access code (SAC) is detected, the call is routed to the corresponding device port.

If a CNG (fax) tone is detected, the call is routed to the designated fax port (Device 2 port). In the absence of a CNG tone or security access code, the call is defaulted to the device 1 port.

The original CID Data will be retransmitted after the first ring to any device port. All device ports have access to telephone line and outbound requests are performed in a standard fashion.

Any device that tries to access the telephone line when the telephone line is in use will hear a busy signal.

The emergency barge-in (EBI) feature allows the specified device port/ports to seize the telephone line and take priority in the event of a critical outbound call.

This feature can be programmed ON/OFF (OFF by default) for devices 1 through 4 for the ACP-500 & ACP-900 units (1 through 3 for the ACP-300).

The Multi-Link Polnet ACP-500 is five port data polling call processor that eliminate up to four phone lines by auto-routing modems you connect to over a single business line.

A dedicated phone line for each data peripheral used at a remote location can cost your MIS network thousands of dollars a year in line charges.

Multiply that by the number of locations in your far flung enterprise and what have you got? An antiquated means of gathering remote-site data that saps the budget dollars right out of your MIS department.

The PolNet ACP-500 Voice/Data Processors alleviate network dependency on dedicated lines by expanding any existing voice line to accommodate up to 4 extra devices. That's a total of five communications devices sharing one phone line - efficiently and effectively.

We guarantee the ACP-500 will process calls to any type of data equipment that requires a phone line to function: any type of modem - regardless of speed, throughput or standard, and type of data terminal - credit card authorization machines, money order terminals, Underground Storage Tank monitoring systems, alarm/energy control systems and more.

Stop wasting money. Incorporating PolNet ACP-500 into your information network can have a dramatic positive impact on your budget! Use the Polnet ACP-500 and save the expense of 4 phones lines.

Reduce phone costs, improve connectivity, and secure your telecom and network equipment with Multi‐ Link’s ACP Series 2.0, Out‐of‐Band Network Switch & Call Router.

ACP-500 POPULAR APPLICATIONS

Out‐of‐Band Network Switch & Call Router

POLNET ACP-500 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Reduce phone line costs, improve connectivity, and secure your telecom and network equipment with Multi-Link’s ACP-500 Out-of-Band Network Switch & Call Router (part of the new ACP Series 2.0).

Protecting access to information systems is becoming more critical in commercial and industrial applications, as are reliable, secure, and redundant communication paths. The ACP-500 provides these capabilities, while providing cost savings through phone line sharing (Line consolidation).

Call Routing with the ACP-500

The ACP-500 automatically routes calls to phones, faxes, and dial-up modems, ensuring that the right resource is reached the first time.

This consistent connectivity prevents time consuming dial-backs and streamlines polling and data acquisition processes such as SCADA, POS access, Substation/Revenue meter reading, Tank level monitoring, M2M communication, Submetering, and HVAC/Lighting control, etc.

Multiple devices can share a single telephone line, eliminating costly phone lines and saving up to $50/month for each line eliminated. Businesses with multiple remote sites can realize a significant ROI in 3 months or less.

The ACP-500 Provides Secure Out-of-Band Access

The majority of Multi-Link’s phone/data line-sharing switches are being installed for out-of-band dial-up modem access to communication and data networks. When the network is down and normal in-band access is denied, how do you recover the network equipment? Remote out-of-band  access to management ports provides an efficient back door method for recovery.

This can be through the use of a backup dial-up modem via the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Installed on an existing POTS line, the ACP-500 provides an inexpensive, secure and controlled “out of band” path for accessing service ports to network equipment. Why pay a monthly cost for a line that you never want to use?

The ACP-500 as a Dial-up Gateway

Protecting access to IT systems and networks is becoming more critical in commercial and industrial applications.The ACP-500 is engineered to provide an additional layer of security to connected devices.Vulnerable pathways to equipment via the PSTN are protected by programmable Security Access Codes up to seven characters.

There are over 35 million combinations to choose from, effectively creating a telephony firewall for dial-up connections. Service vendors that need to monitor their on-site equipment can now have remote access that is completely isolated from the IT network. This is most advantageous for service vendors working with Federal government agencies and businesses with strict IT security policies.

The New Features include...

HACKER SHIELD PROTECTION
Programmable Security Access Codes, up to 7 digits per port, protects connected devices from unauthorized access for a robust telephony firewall.

Caller ID “Store & Forward”
CID is sent to device on first ring.

Multiple Line Seizure Ports
Up to four device ports can now be designated for emergency line seizure for critical applications.

Simplified Installation
All line‐in and device jacks are RJ11. No additional connectors are required

LED Status Display
Seven segment display shows port in use & programming value read‐back. Audible read‐back tones are also provided for remote programming.

Data Disruption Protection
Prevents active calls from interruption by another device.

Remote Programming
ACP’s can be securely programmed by a remote administrator.


ACP-500 BENEFITS & FEATURES

•	Security		•	Multi-Port Polling
•	Save Money		•	Line Sharing
•	Increased Connectivity		•	3, 5, and 9 Port Models
•	Auto Fax Detect		•	Remote Diagnostics
•	Dual Surge Protection		•	Fully Programmable
•	Barge-In Protection		•	Call Grab
•	DSL Compatible		•	Bell Spec Ring‐Back Tones
•	Caller-ID Compatible		•	Emergency Barge-in
•	No Software to Install		•	Mounting Bracket Included
•	2 Year Warranty		•	Free Phone Tech Support

RETAIL PACKAGE INCLUDES

•	1 Polnet ACP
•	1 Power Supply
•	1 7ft. Line Cord
•	Wall Jack Mounting Hardware
•	Installation Manual

*FREE Shipping Note: All prices include FREE shipping and handling in the US and most of Canada. We reserve the right to charge up to the actual price of shipping on all orders outside the continental United States.

All US orders shipped UPS Ground unless specified.All Canada orders shipped USPS Priority unless specified. For air and express shipments, appropriate charges will be applied to your order.

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The Polnet^® ACP-500 is made in the USA.

Interested in purchasing the Polnet 2,0? Questions about the Polnet 2.0 ACP series? Email info@faxswitch.com or Call (217) 337 - 0965 Toll Free (866) 337-0965