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The graphical user interface provided with OpenStage 60/80 phones can be used to develop own applications for special purposes. OpenStage XML applications enable the phone to act as a front-end to a server-side program. Moreover, XML applications have the capability of controlling calls.

The Push feature allows the server-side program to send data to the phone in an unsollicited manner. The information is displayed immediately on the phone.

Possible uses are, for instance: Integration with groupware (e.g. Microsoft Exchange Server) or Unified Messaging systems (e.g. Siemens OpenScape); gathering information provided by web services (e.g. weather, traffic, stocks); dialing aids with access to address databases.

Availability

XML applications are available in OpenStage 60/80 phones with SIP firmware version ≥ V1R5

and

in OpenStage 60/80 phones with HFA firmware version ≥ V2R0.

Operation

XML applications are based on the client-server architecture. Comparable with web browsers and web servers in the WWW, the client, which is running in the phone software, requests an XML document from the server-side program. The HTTP/HTTPS GET request sent by the client includes the phone's call number, for instance: 137.223.238.174/serverProgram?phonenumber=4711

The server-side program then generates an XML document, which is delivered to the phone over HTTP/HTTPS. In the phone, the XML document is parsed and displayed on the graphic display. The user enters commands and data using the TouchGuide^TM and the keypad. The phone transmits the user entries to the server-side program in the form of key/value pairs.

When the Push capability is used, the server sends a special HTTP/HTTPS request to the phone.

For details about the components involved in the operation of an XML application, see the following diagram:

For Administrators/Application Users

The following documents and ressources might be useful for administrators who intend to use OpenStage XML applications within their telecommunications infrastructure.

• OpenStage XML Applikations - System Requirements
•   Administration Manual OpenStage OpenScape Voice - Chapter 3.12.1 explains the setup/configuration of XML applications via local phone menu.
•   Deployment-Service en - Chapter 7.1.14.4 explains the setup/configuration of XML applications via local phone menu via DLS.
• Example XML Applications for OpenStage - Complete client/server applications for installation on a server/PC.
• OpenStage XML Applikations FAQ.

For Developers

•   Developers Guide XML applications - A complete description of the XML interface, with examples
•   Administration Manual OpenStage OpenScape Voice - Chapter 3.12.1 explains the setup/configuration of XML applications via local phone menu
• Example XML Applications for OpenStage - Applications hosted on the testfloor server and for installation on a server/PC
• OpenStage XML Applications FAQ

For Integrators

There is a need for an specific XML application, but no experience to make an own application? Our partner network can help to solve this problem.

We are building up a network of certified partners to support the customer with experience, consulting and customer specific solutions.

Please visit our OpenStage XML Applications Partner Page.

Applications

HiPath Applications

• E/A-Cockpit - Easy and intuitive control of an Executive / Assistant Configuration on your OpenStage phone
  •   E-A-Cockpit-KBA - Quick Reference Guide with examples and graphical menu overviews
• Voicemail-Assistant - Graphical control of your Xpressions Voicemal box on your OpenStage phone
  •   User Guide IPP Assistant - User Guide for Graphical Xpressions control
• OpenScape UC client - Quick and easy change of your Presence and Availability status on your OpenStage phone

Partner Applications

• OpenStage XML Applications Partner Page - Partners with OpenStage XML application experience

Further Example Applications

• Example XML Applications for OpenStage - Complete client/server applications for installation on a server/PC

Resources

•   OpenStage_XML_apps_xml_schema - XML Schema for OpenStage XML applications
•   OpenStage_XML_apps_examples - XML Examples from the Developer's Guide

See also

• optiPoint application module XML applications overview - XML applications for the optiPoint application module
• 3rd party application developers - Platform for 3rd party developers who create applications for Siemens IP Phones
• OpenStage - Portal page for OpenStage phones
• OpenStage Manager - PC application for exchanging data with OpenStage phones
• DLS - Deployment Service, an administration tool capable of, among other things, setting up XML applications
• Technology Partners – greater variety through innovative partner solutions - Become a Partner!