193 Long-distance

Overview

China Public Long-distance Communications Network-Unicom 193 Long-distance Network is approved by the Chinese State Council to operate basic long-distance telecom services and value-added services, it is an integral part of the National Public Communications Network.

193 Long-distance Network now covers over 300 cities across China and offers international telephone services to 200 countries and regions. Unicom's 193 Network enables easier long-distance dialing, clear voice and cheaper rates. Its future vision is an integrated service network featuring packet core network, separate service control and diversified access technologies.

Unicom 193 Long-distance Network mainly offers long-distance call services targeted at businesses, individuals and households with both domestic and international long-distance calls to make. Unicom currently offers three service options: 1. registered DDD and IDD service; 2. 193 Long-distance Telephone Card sales; and 3. dedicated line access.

1. 193 Long-distance Telephone Card

193 Long-distance Telephone Card is a prepaid card with different face values, say RMB50, 100, 300 and 500. Account transfer between cards is possible. The cards are available at Unicom's outlets and sales agents. By simply registering the card No. and password with a dual-tone telephone, the user can dial both DDD and IDD on that phone machine.

2. 193 Long-distance Registered Call Service

User can present effective certificate at Unicom's outlets or agents and complete the registration procedures. The telephone number registered can then be used to dial both DDD and IDD via 193 Network.

3. IDD/DDD Dedicated Line Access

Unicom 193 Long-distance Network can provide private network users and group users with IDD and DDD access service via dedicated lines. Unicom's local branches are responsible to provide IDD and DDD access to local groups or businesses. The user can apply for such service and once the application is accepted by Unicom, signs a formal agreement with Unicom. Besides voice, remote data and image transport are also available on Unicom's dedicated lines.