How to Setup BLF(Busy Lamp Field) Feature in Your IP PBX Software
VoIP based IP PBX software has a host of features and one of them is the BLF (busy lamp field). The function of the BLF is to show if an extension is busy or if it is available. Various colored lights show the status. IP Phones typically have busy lamp field in the form of two colored lights. One color may mean that the extension is available. A flashing color may indicate that someone is calling that extension and the second color, if fully lit, shows that the extension is connected to a call. Even softphones have a similar setup one can view on the monitor. In essence it is simple. However, one can configure the BLF as an administrator and user to derive even more benefits. It can be particularly helpful in call centers or enterprises in transferring calls to someone who is free to attend. It is also helpful in monitoring activities. As an administrator The BLF in the IP PBX software can be configured by an administrator who wishes to manage users simp...