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FlexPBX Extension Setup for Walter Harper

FlexPBX Extension Setup for Walter Harper

Date: October 13, 2025
Extension Configured: 2006


EMAIL TO SEND TO WALTER HARPER

To: info@walterharper.com
Subject: Your FlexPBX Extension is Ready - Extension 2006

Hi Walter,

Your FlexPBX phone extension has been configured and is ready to use!

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YOUR FLEXPBX EXTENSION DETAILS

Extension Number: 2006
Username: walterharper
Password: Review.1121

SIP Server: flexpbx.devinecreations.net
Port: 5070
Domain: flexpbx.devinecreations.net
Transport: UDP

Display Name: Walter Harper - Assistive Technology
Title: Harper's place!
Department: Support (Accessibility)

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FEATURES ENABLED FOR YOUR EXTENSION

Voicemail with Email Notifications (info@walterharper.com)
Accessibility Support (Screen Reader Compatible)
Queue Member: Accessibility Support Team
Direct Dial: 316-272-6712 forwarding (if configured)
Call Recording
Call Transfer
Conference Calling

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GETTING STARTED - USING A SIP CLIENT

Since FlexPBX web interface is still being developed, you'll use a
SIP softphone client to make and receive calls. Here are accessible
options:

RECOMMENDED FOR MAC (with VoiceOver):
- Telephone (https://www.64characters.com/telephone/)

  • Free, open-source

  • Works great with VoiceOver

  • Simple, clean interface
  • OTHER ACCESSIBLE OPTIONS:
    - Zoiper (Windows/Mac/Linux)

  • https://www.zoiper.com/

  • Free version available

  • Screen reader friendly
  • - Linphone (Windows/Mac/Linux)

  • https://www.linphone.org/

  • Free and open source

  • Accessible interface
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    SETUP INSTRUCTIONS FOR TELEPHONE (macOS)

  • Download Telephone:

  • https://www.64characters.com/telephone/
  • Install and open Telephone

  • Go to Preferences (Cmd+,)

  • Click "Accounts" tab

  • Click "+" to add new account

  • Enter your details:
  • Account Details:
    - Full Name: Walter Harper
    - Username: walterharper
    - Password: Review.1121
    - Domain: flexpbx.devinecreations.net

    Server Settings:
    - SIP Server: flexpbx.devinecreations.net
    - Port: 5070
    - Transport: UDP

    Advanced (if needed):
    - Authentication Name: walterharper
    - Display Name: Walter Harper - Assistive Technology

  • Click "Done"

  • Your account should show as "Available" or "Registered"
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    ACCESSIBILITY NOTES

    - Telephone app is VoiceOver accessible
    - All call controls work with keyboard shortcuts
    - Incoming calls announce caller information
    - Voicemail notifications can be read by screen reader

    VoiceOver Tips for Telephone:
    - VO+Space to answer calls
    - Hangup button announced clearly
    - Contact list fully accessible
    - Call history readable

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    MAKING CALLS

    OUTBOUND CALLS (via Callcentric trunk):
    - Dial: 09 + phone number
    - Example: 093364626141 (to call 336-462-6141)
    - International: 09 + 011 + country code + number
    - Emergency: 911 (no prefix needed)

    INTERNAL CALLS (within FlexPBX):
    - Support team: 2000-2009
    - Sales team: 1000-1009
    - Conference rooms: 8000-8009
    - IVR Menu: 101
    - Voicemail: *97
    - Echo test (audio check): 9196

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    RECEIVING CALLS

    Your extension can receive calls from:

  • Other FlexPBX Extensions

  • Anyone can dial 2006 to reach you

  • External Calls (via our Chicago number)

  • When someone calls (312) 313-9555

  • They reach IVR menu

  • Can be transferred to your extension

  • Or join accessibility support queue

  • Direct Routing (optional)

  • We can route specific callers directly to extension 2006

  • Just let us know which numbers should go straight to you
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    VOICEMAIL FEATURES

    - Voicemail enabled on your extension
    - Email notifications to: info@walterharper.com
    - Check voicemail: Dial *97 from your extension
    - Voicemail will include:

  • Audio file attachment (if configured)

  • Transcription (if available)

  • Caller ID information

  • Timestamp
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    TESTING YOUR SETUP

    Step 1: Register Extension
    - Open Telephone app
    - Add account with details above
    - Verify "Registered" or "Available" status

    Step 2: Test Audio
    - Dial: 9196 (echo test)
    - Speak and you should hear yourself back
    - Confirms audio is working

    Step 3: Test Internal Call
    - Dial: 2001 (another support extension)
    - Or call 101 (IVR menu)

    Step 4: Test Outbound Call
    - Dial: 09 + your mobile number
    - Example: 09 + 3162726712
    - Your mobile should ring

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    TROUBLESHOOTING

    Registration Failed:
    - Check username: walterharper (no spaces)
    - Check password: Review.1121 (case-sensitive)
    - Check server: flexpbx.devinecreations.net
    - Check port: 5070
    - Verify internet connection

    No Audio / One-Way Audio:
    - Check firewall allows UDP ports 10000-20000
    - Try different network (WiFi vs Ethernet)
    - Test with echo test (9196)

    Cannot Dial Out:
    - Remember to use 09 prefix for outbound
    - Example: 093364626141
    - Internal calls don't need prefix

    VoiceOver Issues:
    - Ensure Telephone has accessibility permissions
    - System Preferences -> Security -> Accessibility
    - Add Telephone to allowed apps

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    ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES

    Your extension has special accessibility features:

    - Screen Reader Support: Optimized for JAWS/VoiceOver
    - Priority Routing: Accessibility queue priority
    - TTY Support: Available if needed
    - Video Relay: Can be configured
    - Extended Ring Time: Extra time to answer calls
    - Custom Announcements: Can record accessible greetings

    If you need any additional accessibility features or
    accommodations, please let us know!

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    SUPPORT CONTACTS

    For FlexPBX support:
    - Email: admin@flexpbx.devinecreations.net
    - Test Extension: 2001 (for testing internal calls)
    - System Status: https://flexpbx.devinecreations.net/admin/

    For Assistive Technology questions:
    - Your expertise! (walterharper.com)
    - We're here to support your work

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    QUICK REFERENCE CARD

    Extension: 2006
    Username: walterharper
    Password: Review.1121
    Server: flexpbx.devinecreations.net:5070

    Dial Out: 09 + number (e.g., 093162726712)
    Voicemail: *97
    Echo Test: 9196
    IVR Menu: 101
    Emergency: 911

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    NEXT STEPS

  • Download and install Telephone app (or your preferred SIP client)

  • Add your account using the credentials above

  • Test your extension with echo test (9196)

  • Make a test call to your mobile: 09 + your number

  • Check voicemail is working: *97
  • Once you're comfortable with the basics, we can:
    - Set up custom call routing
    - Configure your personal voicemail greeting
    - Add your extension to specific call queues
    - Set up call forwarding to your mobile (316-272-6712)

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    Welcome to FlexPBX! We're excited to have you as part of our
    accessibility-focused communications system.

    If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate
    to reach out.

    Best regards,
    FlexPBX Team

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ADMIN NOTES

Extension Details


  • Extension: 2006

  • User: Walter Harper

  • Email: info@walterharper.com

  • Website: walterharper.com

  • Phone: 316-272-6712

  • Specialty: Assistive Technology (JAWS Certified)
  • Configuration Location


  • File: /home/flexpbxuser/public_html/config/extensions-config.json

  • Line: ~134-151

  • Department: Support

  • Queue: accessibility-support
  • Features Enabled


  • Voicemail with email notifications

  • Accessibility support enabled

  • Priority routing in accessibility queue

  • Screen reader optimized

  • All standard PBX features (transfer, conference, recording)
  • Skills Tagged


  • JAWS (screen reader)

  • Assistive Technology

  • Accessibility

  • Screen Readers
  • Website Information


  • Title: Harper's place!

  • Mission: Empowering Every User: Technology That Sees With You

  • Focus: Assistive Technology Hub

  • Certification: JAWS for Windows

  • EMAIL SENDING CHECKLIST


  • [ ] Copy email content above

  • [ ] Send to: info@walterharper.com

  • [ ] CC: walter@walterharper.com (if different)

  • [ ] Subject: "Your FlexPBX Extension is Ready - Extension 2006"

  • [ ] Attach this document as reference

  • [ ] Follow up in 24-48 hours to check setup went smoothly

  • TESTING CHECKLIST

    After Walter registers:

  • [ ] Verify extension 2006 shows as registered

  • [ ] Test internal call to 2006

  • [ ] Test voicemail on 2006

  • [ ] Verify email notifications work

  • [ ] Test accessibility queue routing

  • [ ] Confirm screen reader compatibility



  • Status: EXTENSION CONFIGURED & READY
    Email: Ready to send to info@walterharper.com
    Next Step: Send welcome email and await registration