Introduction
Even in the age of cloud-based communication,many businesses still rely on analog phone lines for critical operations.Whether it’s legacy equipment,compliance requirements,or emergency backup needs,integrating traditional telephony with VoIP systems is essential.Redstone’sFXO VoIP Gatewaysolves this challenge,acting as a bridge between analog/PSTN lines and IP networks.With Redstone,you can modernize your communication infrastructure without abandoning existing investments—all while slashing costs and boosting reliability.
What Is an FXO VoIP Gateway?
An FXO(Foreign Exchange Office)gateway connects analog Public Switched Telephone Network(PSTN)lines to VoIP systems.It allows businesses to:
Preserve Analog Lines:Keep existing landlines for fax machines,alarms,or backup communication.
Migrate Gradually to VoIP:Transition to IP-based systems at your own pace without disrupting operations.
Reduce Costs:Route outgoing calls through affordable VoIP networks while maintaining inbound PSTN connectivity.
Why Choose Redstone’s FXO VoIP Gateway?
Redstone’s gateway is engineered for simplicity,security,and scalability.Here’s how it transforms hybrid communication setups:
1.Seamless Analog-to-IP Integration
Connect up to 4,8,or 16 FXO ports(configurable models)to SIP-based VoIP systems like Asterisk,Cisco,or Microsoft Teams.
Support analog devices(fax,modems)and PSTN lines alongside VoIP phones.
2.Cost Savings&Flexibility
Cut Telecom Expenses:Use VoIP for outbound calls and retain local numbers for inbound PSTN traffic.
Failover Protection:Automatically switch to PSTN lines during internet outages for uninterrupted service.
3.Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Carrier-Class Hardware:Built for 24/7 operation with dual power supplies and surge protection.
Advanced QoS:Prioritize voice traffic to ensure crystal-clear call quality even during network congestion.
4.Security&Compliance
Encrypt SIP signaling with TLS and media streams with SRTP to safeguard sensitive conversations.
Meet industry regulations(HIPAA,GDPR)for healthcare,finance,and government sectors.
5.Easy Management
Web-Based Interface:Configure ports,set call rules,and monitor performance in minutes.
Auto-Provisioning:Deploy multiple gateways across locations with zero-touch setup.
Technical Specifications
Ports:4/8/16 FXO ports(RJ11 connectors).
Protocols:SIP,H.323,ISDN.
Codecs:G.711,G.729,G.723 for optimal bandwidth efficiency.
Power:Dual 48V DC or AC power inputs(redundant option available).
Form Factor:1U rack-mountable for space-saving deployment.
Who Needs an FXO VoIP Gateway?
Healthcare:Maintain analog emergency lines while transitioning to IP-based nurse call systems.
Retail:Integrate legacy credit card terminals or fax machines with modern POS VoIP systems.
Hotels:Connect analog room phones and PSTN lines to cloud-based PBX for guest services.
Manufacturing:Use PSTN as backup for VoIP systems in remote facilities with unstable internet.
Government:Comply with regulations requiring analog communication redundancy.
Use Case:Redstone FXO Gateway in Action
A regional bank used Redstone’s 8-port FXO gateway to integrate its analog security alarm lines and legacy PBX with a new VoIP system.The solution saved 40%on telecom costs,ensured 24/7 uptime during internet outages,and simplified compliance with financial industry regulations.
Redstone Systems, Inc. founded in Delaware, USA in December 2002, has been the ODM vendor for many well-known communications companies, serving the Southeast Asian market. In 2020, Redstone Systems will begin to return to the North America market with its self-developed brand.
Redstone has a complete product line of intelligent voice gateways, providing IP-PBXs, analog VoIP gateways (FXS/FXO), digital VoIP gateways (E1/T1), border appliances, and session boundary controllers (SBCs).
With advanced technology in digital signal processor (DSP), speech coding and speech processing, as well as efficient operational tools such as cloud remote management, auto provisioning, Redstone gateways are widely used in markets of enterprise communications, cloud communications, call centers, operators’ IMS/SIP trunks, bringing users friendly, efficient and reliable communication experience.
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