Abstract: An interface device inserted in the telephone line between a data device and a fixed wireless terminal recognizes when the attached data device goes off-hook in order to send a string-command message and signal the fixed wireless terminal's cellular transceiver to change to the proper mode. The interface device is powered by the telephone line current provided by the fixed wireless terminal. The interface is pre-programmed to send a command dial-string, or other unique signal, that will cause the cellular transceiver of the FWT to process the data call correctly.

Abstract: A private branch exchange (PBX/PABX) is provided with a fixed wireless terminal, which allows both incoming and outgoing calls to be made on the private branch exchange. The fixed wireless terminal is coupled to the private branch exchange via an interface unit connected to one of the analog extension lines of the private branch exchange. A telephone extension serviced by the PBX/PABX places a call to a remote cellular telephone, or a remote cellular telephone user places a call to the telephone extension. When the PBX-user makes a call to a remote cellular telephone, one picks up a local PBX/PABX extension, and hears a dial tone, signifying that the PBX/PABX is ready to service his call. The caller then dials the directory number of the PBX/PABX extension which is provided for cellular calls. The PBX/PABX then automatically connects the caller to the cellular extension, which is the interfaced fixed wireless terminal.