Abstract: A remotely programmable telephone call forwarding and switching device, or call diverter, having a ring detector with memory capability, an improved dial tone detector, an improved bridging circuit, a capability to program its memory locally and remotely and to confirm the newly programmed number, capable of utilization within telephone systems having a wide diversity of equipment and operational capability, including compatibility with touch and pulse dial systems, and an accessory touch dial encoder for use with rotary dial telephones.