This manual describes the installation process for the DCS-408/408i digital telephone system.
The Samsung DCS-408 and DCS-408i digital keyphone systems are designed for small offices, providing up to eight station lines (four digital keysets and four analogue phones) and supporting both analogue and digital trunk connections. The manual outlines system features such as plug‑and‑play installation, doorphone interface support, and system capacity details.
The guide walks users through unpacking, grounding, wall‑mounting, battery installation, cable routing, trunk and telephone connections, and system programming. Appendices provide full specifications, troubleshooting tips, and additional equipment options like music‑on‑hold and voice mail integration.
| CPU | MC68EC000 (16 MHz) 16‑bit |
|---|---|
| ROM (DCS-408) | 1 Mbyte (2 × 27C4001) |
| ROM (DCS-408i) | 2 Mbyte (4 × 27C4001) |
| RAM | 256 kbytes (2 × 681000) |
| Switch Structure | 256 × 256 Time Slot |
| SIO Port | RS‑232C |
| System Dimensions (DCS-408/408i) | 190 mm × 350 mm × 60 mm, 2.0 kg |
| Station Lines | 8 lines (4 digital keysets, 4 analogue phones) |
| Trunk Lines (DCS-408) | 4 analogue trunk lines |
| Trunk Lines (DCS-408i) | 2 BRI lines (4 channels) |
| Power Options | Mains voltage, optional battery |
The system supports eight station lines – four for digital keysets and four for analogue telephones.
The DCS-408i can accommodate two BRI lines (four channels), and the BRI2 line (two channels) can be substituted for ISDN station lines.
The CPU is an MC68EC000 running at 16 MHz in 16‑bit mode.
Yes, the system can be powered by mains voltage and optionally by batteries.