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For the Caller ID function to work correctly, it is not enough to simply buy a telephone set and order the service at the PBX. You need to be able to correctly connect your phone to the network and configure the appropriate functions in it.
When you bring home the phone you just bought, the first thing you should do is inspect the outlet to which you want to connect the device. If they are the same, that is, made according to the same standard, then nothing extra will need to be done. But if the telephone plug does not fit into the socket, then change one or the other.
If you have an old-style socket, but the plug turns out to be modern, then cut the latter so that the cut piece of wire together with the plug has a total length of 20 centimeters. In the future, you can use it to connect some other phone. Do not connect the two outermost wires in the cord anywhere. With the screws facing the old-style plug and the plastic pin facing down, try connecting the middle wires to the right contacts. Now close the plug and try connecting it to telephone socket. If after carrying out the procedure the phone does not work, then pull out the plug again and now open the socket. Look in it to which contacts the telephone line is connected and move the middle wires of the cord to the same contacts in the plug. Now close the plug, connect the socket back - the device should work.
If, on the contrary, you have a modern socket, but the plug on the device is old, then do the following. Open the plug, disconnect the wires from its terminals, now take a piece of cord with a modern plug at the end. Leave the outer wires of this cord, you don’t need them, but twist the middle ones with the wires coming out of the telephone set. Well insulate the connections and now you can connect the phone.
Some models of telephones with the Caller ID function are supplied with an AC power supply. If you have such a model, then before connecting the telephone cord to the outlet, turn on the phone to the electrical network. If you have a radio tube, place it on the base. If your phone model runs on batteries, then install them while observing the polarity.
Then it was time to configure the device. First, read the instructions that came with your phone about how to set up a function such as number identification. Choose a method that meets the standards adopted by your PBX. Then set the exact time on your phone, the required ringer volume and the corresponding melody. Set an alarm clock and a melody for it.
Now, to check whether you have configured Caller ID correctly, call yourself to a landline phone with cell phone. When calling, a number must be identified. Please take into account that if you have a domestic standard caller ID, then at the moment when the caller’s number is determined, the phone simulates picking up the handset and funds will be debited from your cell phone account. In this case, only the last seven digits of the number are determined.
The Caller ID service on MTS is a completely standard tool, which is implemented by default for all the operator’s clients. She has the utmost simple conditions, as well as some modifications in the form of additional types of services, which we will consider today.
MTS Caller ID service: detailed description
The first thing that needs to be said about the Caller ID service is that it does not allow you to “declassify” incoming calls from unknown subscribers and hidden numbers; this is a proposal of a different nature.
This option is responsible for the completely familiar today procedure for identifying the caller’s number. If you have it connected, and you have it connected by default, all the subscribers you call will see information about your number on the display of their phone.
The service is offered for use free of charge and does not require additional connection, since it is included in the standard tariff plans on all starter packages of the company.
How to connect Caller ID to MTS
This can be done in four possible ways, each of which is interchangeable:
- In your personal account on the official portal of the operator (instructions for registering a personal account).
- Through the official application for mobile device.
- When entering the command *111*44# and further following the system prompts.
- When sending a message "2113"(without quotes) to the number 111 .
How to disable Caller ID on MTS
If you are not entirely satisfied with the ability to determine your phone number by the subscribers you will call, you can disable this option by connecting to another service. We are talking about connecting to the Anti Caller ID service, which is also available in the MTS line of offers.
However, it is worth understanding that, unlike the standard Caller ID tool, this service is not offered for free. When activating a hidden number, the subscription fee for using the offer will be 3.95 rubles. on a daily basis. And connecting the option will cost subscribers 17 or 34 rubles, depending on the device used tariff package.
It is worth understanding that your phone number will not be hidden immediately after you enter the appropriate request to activate the service. You will also need to enable the corresponding feature in your phone settings (present on all phones).
How to disable AntiAON MTS
You can disable the Anti Caller ID option when entering the combination *111*47# . If you do not want to disable the service because you need to make 1 or several calls with the number displayed, you must enable the corresponding function in the settings, or dial the required subscriber in the format *31#phone number. The subscriber number should start with “+7”.
“Anti Caller ID on request” from MTS: details
Another modification of this service is the “On request” option. This option will be ideal for subscribers who do not need to systematically hide their number, but nevertheless use this opportunity quite often.
The essence of the proposal is this: by activating the service, subscribers will make calls under standard conditions, and other customers will see their number on their devices, however, when entering the appropriate combination before directly dialing the subscriber’s number, the number hiding service will be activated and operate exclusively for this one call.
Accordingly, if you want to make a hidden call, you should dial the subscriber’s numbers in the following form: *31#+7ХХХХХХХХХХ. When entering numbers normally, the interlocutor will see your number.
How to enable or disable “Anti Caller ID on request”
To use the “Anti Caller ID on request” service, it must first be activated using a personal account or a request *111*84# . The option can be disabled using a personal account or an identical USSD request.
The option is also not offered free of charge, and its terms and conditions provide for the following prices:
- Connection option: 32 rubles;
- Fee for each day of use: 1.05 rubles;
- Each one-time number identification ban: 2 rubles for 1 call;
- Disconnection procedure: free.
MTS “Super Caller ID” option: details
The latest type of Caller ID service has the prefix “Super” in its name and plays a slightly different role, unlike previous variations. This service is designed for subscribers who want to identify and see the numbers of absolutely all incoming calls, regardless of whether the owners of these phones hide them or not.
By activating this option, the numbers of incoming subscribers will be displayed in a standard form. The service is offered for a fee, and its activation will cost subscribers a round sum of 2 thousand rubles. In addition, the terms of the offer also provide for a subscription fee of 6.50 rubles. per day.
How to connect or disconnect “Super Caller ID” from MTS
- Personal account (link to the personal account above in the test);
- Smartphone applications;
- USSD request
Is it possible to find out who called by the number? Quite, but with certain limitations. No service will report the full name of the person making the call. However, built-in caller ID and services, which can be connected for an additional fee, display the full digital combination that identifies the subscriber. Third-party services can provide information about the operator and region.
What is Caller ID
The abbreviation Caller ID stands for Automatic Number Identifier. This is an outdated Soviet technology that can determine the subscriber's number. Initially, it was used by telephone exchanges to charge user fees, then it was transformed into analogue technology for use in local telephone network. Based on the Caller ID principle, they created a CLIR service that can determine the number mobile phone and display it on the display.
How to find out where a phone number was called from
Standard Caller ID displays basic information about the caller. Neither first nor last name (unless the contact is saved), however the full 10-digit set of numbers can be deciphered: find out the operator mobile communications or the region from which they called. There are three main ways to do this:
- Specialized services. They access operator/region code databases and return the result found.
- Manual search. Independent research of information in databases. Time-consuming work, but good alternative, if other options do not work.
- Information from the mobile communications company. Upon request, the operator provides all data, except confidential ones. This means that the consultant will be able to tell the region/network, but not the full name or address.
Determining a mobile phone number
Operators cellular communication offer two types of service: built-in regular qualifier mobile number (can be disabled) and an additional one capable of displaying hidden incoming calls(connected separately). Depending on the company providing the services, there may be restrictions and conditions of use.
Caller ID Megafon
Two caller IDs from Megafon are called Caller ID and Super Caller ID. In the first case, it is guaranteed that an incoming call will be displayed on the phone screen if it belongs to the Megafon operator. If a user calls from another network, there may be problems. Caller ID is a standard service, so many subscribers perceive it as a built-in phone function. The service does not work if the caller has the Cellular Line Identifier Restriction (CLIR) option enabled. You can disable it by dialing 0500 or going to the Megafon website. To connect the detector, use a similar method again.
Super Caller ID works even if the incoming call number is hidden. Megafon does not provide a 100% guarantee of display, but even a half-encrypted number can be saved in Contacts so that next time you can understand that the same person is calling. In addition, SuperAON signs that the subscriber wanted to hide his identity. Service fee 150 rubles/month. You can connect the identifier for free by calling 5502 (send a blank SMS) or by dialing *502*4#. Disabling is done in the same way. The option is available on most, but not all phones.
MTS number identifier
MTS operator services are similar to Megafon: standard Caller ID connects automatically, in most cases it works correctly. Restriction: if the subscriber is outside home network. The identifier does not work if the caller has Anti-AON enabled. To bypass the limitation, you should connect SuperAON MGTS, which works on the same principles as in Megafon. Connection is made via " Personal Area», mobile app“My MTS” or the combination *111*007#. The cost is 2000 rubles, the daily fee for use is 6.5 rubles. The option does not work in the “Cool” tariff.
Caller ID service from Beeline
Beeline also offers two versions of Caller ID. Simple Caller ID works for free and connects automatically. The operator does not guarantee the correct display of local and long-distance numbers, as well as hidden numbers. Advanced capabilities – with “Super Caller ID”. Super Caller ID Beeline promises to identify local and international hidden numbers, but does not guarantee display when calling from landline phones. User fee – 50 rubles/day or 1500 rubles/month.
Activating the identification service is free, you can do this through the official website, by calling 0674 4161 or by command *110*4161#. Combinations to disable:
- *110*4160#;
- 0674 4160.
Phone number recognition from Tele2
This operator also offers two options for determining who called. The official website says that the standard service is free and works automatically, but there may be malfunctions due to network restrictions. "Identifier of intentionally hidden numbers" has more options and connects separately. The first time installation of the service is free, subsequent times – 3 rubles. Daily fee for use: 2 rub. You can activate the service using the command *210*1#, disable it using *210*0#.
How to find a phone number online
You can find out who called, from which operator and region, online. There are a huge number of services for this. Some have an insufficient database, so they don’t find anything, others have too many ads, and therefore it’s inconvenient to work with them. Here list best services On the market:
- Codifier. Two search modes: by code and by phone. Detailed information about the code, including a list of operators, regions and number ranges. When searching by number, the service displays the region and operator in a convenient format. There are no advertisements on the site. Last update data was in March 2017, source – Federal Agency.
- Zvonok.okto.net. The service itself is only able to determine the country from which the call was made, but it provides commenting capabilities and has its own database. If you suspect that the call was from scammers, debt collectors or advertisers, you can check this on the website.
- MTT. On home page you can enter a phone number or just a code, and get complete information about the region and operator, right down to the branch. The search can be organized the other way around: select a region, communication company and standard from the list, enter the date of the call and get information about the range of numbers. Useful if an anonymous person called.
- GSM info. It searches not only the city and operator, but also the country - it works in an international format. To search, you must enter at least five digits. How more complete information, the more reliable the data will be.
- Who called me? The service database contains information about the organizations to which the phones are registered. There is a comment option. Search in Russia and Ukraine. The latest ones are displayed search queries on the site for all users.
App for Apple and Android TrapCall
This app even displays hidden calls. If an anonymous person calls, you need to double-click the device’s power button for TrapCall to work. After a few seconds, a text appears with information about the caller. The software is free to download, but to find out who is calling you have to pay $5. The application does not have a Russian translation, and on the Russian-language market it has low ratings - 3.8 out of 5 on PlayMarket. Although it is popular abroad, there are also bad reviews from American users: TrapCall considers even things that are not spam to be spam.
AllCon for Android
This feature-rich software monitors incoming calls: determines the operator, region, checks phones against the database legal entities, allows you to create a black list and a separate list of contacts in the application (recorded in virtual memory required numbers). The rating on PlayMarket is 3.9, with 1 given by those who expected AllCon to display the name of the caller. Other problems include failures in access to the server and data transfer.
Free Contactive app
This English-language software for Android searches for information about calls in Internet databases, even turning to social networks. It is not on PlayMarket, but can be found on the forums, along with the Russification file. Although the application claims phone recognition functionality, it only works correctly as a contact manager. The application is not widespread in Russia and has no positive reviews.
Caller ID on your home phone
In order for a stationary device to be able to determine a number, it must be a suitable model - at least, have a screen for displaying numbers. The function, like the built-in identifier in a cell phone, is activated automatically. Problems may arise due to modern digital standards identification: besides Caller ID, there is another standard - Caller ID. If your local PBX does not support it, you will have to order the service for a fee and configure it additionally.
What is the difference between Caller ID and Caller ID?
The Caller ID function identifies a call before connection, and not after, as Caller ID does. In addition, Caller ID was designed specifically for use by subscribers, while Caller ID sends a request signal so that the PBX knows who to charge for the call. In the CIS, Caller ID is less common than Caller ID, but given the number of foreign devices on the market, problems with the foreign standard with post-Soviet PBXs often arise.
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Regarding the answer to the original question: “Russian” (Soviet) Caller ID in Moscow today is alive and well in the dying analog segment (code 495, mainly numbers 3 and 4), but fundamentally cannot issue more than 7 digits. After replacing these automatic telephone exchanges, “Rus” and other devices can be thrown away.
In order for numbers to be identified and shown a full set of numbers with codes, you need to order and pay monthly for the “digital Caller ID” service - 54 rubles. It works great and is absolutely unnoticeable and free for callers; you can forget about Russian Caller ID.
Here is what MGTS writes about this:
Digital Caller ID
Now you can use a modern digital caller ID that works using CLIP FSK technology (you will find out whether your PBX supports this technology by calling the Contact Center of OJSC MGTS at +7 495-636-0-636.
Differences between digital caller ID
— Number identification occurs without establishing a connection. This distinguishes the CLIP FSK technology from the old technology (also called “Russian Caller ID”), where the caller ID simulates picking up the handset.
— A ten-digit number will be displayed on the telephone display. You don’t have to call all similar numbers with different prefixes when searching for a subscriber.
— Telephone sets are used without additional modifications or changes to proprietary in-circuit solutions. Consequently, the operation of the device will be stable, as provided by the manufacturer’s warranty.
Note to subscribers. To use the Digital Caller ID service, you need a telephone that supports the CLIP FSK Caller ID function. In most phones produced by well-known manufacturers (such as Panasonic, Siemens, Philips, GE, LG, Palikha, etc.) this function implemented. As a rule, this information is indicated in the documentation for the phone. If you have not saved the documentation, you can clarify the information at the Contact Center of OJSC MGTS.
The numbers of subscribers of other companies (not MGTS), as well as subscribers served by PBX, may not be detected.
What you need to do to use the service
Just call the Contact Center of OJSC MGTS and activate the service!
OJSC MGTS will enable the Digital Caller ID service as quickly as possible and send you an invoice. You need to pay this invoice within the specified time frame. The fact of payment is confirmation of your consent to use the service.
Attention! If the invoice is not paid within the specified period, the service will be automatically deactivated.
Payment procedure. For example, you ordered the service on September 5th. You will receive an invoice, which must be paid within the specified period from the moment of its receipt. Please note that the invoice will show October as the month of payment. This means that for 25 days in September you use the service completely free of charge!
So, you paid for the use of the Digital Caller ID service in October. For using the service in November you will receive in the Unified Account of OJSC MGTS.
What you need to do to refuse to use the service
All you need to do is call the Contact Center at +7 495-636-0-636 and inform the operator about your refusal to use the service.
Price
54 rub. per month
Caller ID "Rostelecom" is a classic option that allows you to see the incoming number without picking up the phone. Thanks to it, subscribers instantly identify calls from those present in the notebook telephone numbers of interlocutors, answer only to acquaintances or set individual melodies for each person. We'll tell you how much automatic caller ID from Rostelecom costs on a mobile phone and how to activate the service on your home phone.
After connecting the “Automatic Caller ID” option on the subscriber’s screen during incoming call information about the person who initiated the call is displayed. Instead of the inscription “Unknown”, the user sees a phone number and name if the interlocutor is saved in the address book. The data received from the company makes it possible to call back to the specified number and perform other available operations.
Cost of Caller ID service from Rostelecom
Rostelecom does not require you to pay separately for using the Caller ID service. The option is preinstalled on all mobile communication tariffs and in some cases on home phone, and the cost is included in the final amount. Price manual connection and disabling the automatic detector is 0 rubles. Subscription fee There is also no charge for the work.
How to connect caller ID on a Rostelecom home phone
To connect to Rostelecom Caller ID, a stationary device must support Caller ID. Without this function, you will not be able to determine the number of your interlocutor. If specifications The phone meets the requirements, you have 2 ways.
- Call the company’s contact center at 8 800 100 08 00. Wait for the operator’s response and express your desire to activate the service. Please note that the work will require the address, name of the holder and contract number - prepare the document in advance.
- Go to your nearest office. To apply, you will need to fill out an application and provide personal information: address and full name to which the phone is registered. Don't forget your passport and contract - they may be required to confirm your identity.
Please note that Caller ID is provided by default on the “Basic” and “Advanced” tariffs. For 530 and 636 rubles per month, respectively, you can get the option along with a set of other communication services.
How to disable Caller ID "Rostelecom"
To remove the automatic detector, use the same methods as when adding a service.
What to do if Caller ID does not work?
When the number is not detected even after connecting the service, the operator advises to proceed in 4 steps.
- Make sure your phone supports Caller ID. Read the instructions for the device in the section “How to set up Caller ID” and step by step check the parameters recommended by the operator.
- Turn off the device and turn it on again. Inspect the cable for damage and the charge level on the free-standing tubes.
- Call home from your mobile phone. If your number is identified, but others are not, the owners of the latter are probably using an anti-identifier. This option is the opposite of Caller ID, which allows you to hide your phone.
- If your number is not identified, call the contact center. Wait for an answer, explain the situation and leave a request to call a specialist.