Netgear Released 28-Port Smart Cloud Switches with Remote Management Capabilities!

February 15, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Netgear, Inc., a leading provider of VoIP networking devices, released their two new Smart Cloud Switches to offer even more capacity for growing businesses! These two switches are part of the award-winning Netgear Insight management solution.

NETGEAR Insight Managed Smart Cloud Switch (GC728X) is the first 28-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch from NETGEAR with anytime, anywhere remote/cloud management.

  • 24 copper Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • 2 SFP Gigabit Ethernet and 2 SFP+ 10G fiber ports
  • remote cloud manageability
  • advanced L2+/L3 Lite features

NETGEAR Insight Managed Smart Cloud Switch (GC728XP) is an Insight Managed 28-Port Smart Cloud Switch that offers Power-over-Ethernet (PoE+) with a healthy 390W power budget to better support the growing demand for PoE devices such as VoIP phones, IP Security Cameras, wireless access points, proximity sensors, door locks, and other IoT devices.

  • L3 static routing and full duplexing
  • non-blocking switching with 92Gbps line rate fabric, so you’ll get all the bandwidth you expect from its 26 ports of Gigabit and two ports of 10-Gigabit connectivity.

Stay tuned! These two new products will be available on our site soon!

Xorcom CompletePBX 5.0.39 Added Task Manager and Scheduled Backups!

Xorcom CompletePBX 5.0.39 Phone system management now includes a new task manager and scheduled backups (Admin -> System Settings -> Task Manager)!

The Task Manager controls the running of predefined tasks, either Ad-hoc scheduled or recurring. Now you are able to set script parameters by the user and a single script can be used by different tasks with different parameters.

Additionally, this version also includes intra-company outbound route which passes the internal caller ID to the next destination as is. (PBX -> External -> Outbound Routes)

Check out some fixes:

  • Unix time shown instead of system time in Reports -> Status -> Registration.
  • Fax detection failed to work on SIP trunks behind NAT in certain carrier setups.
  • The inbound route with the outbound route as destination always chooses the first option when more than one is available.  
  • When adding DID from Extension module, the new inbound route will use MOH None ( Ringback ).

Learn more about Xorcom CompletePBX solutions HERE!

Digium Released NEW Asterisk-based A-Series VoIP Phones at ITExpo 2018!

February 14, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Digium, the Asterisk Company, unveiled the A-Series IP phones at the ITExpo 2018 today! The This new series is a line of affordable desk phones for Asterisk-based systems.

These new VoIP phones are designed with the best value and high-quality components for budget-minded Asterisk users. The price point starts as low as US$59, each model includes a full-color display, HD Voice, and multi-line functionality.  

The A-Series IP phones for Asterisk are the highest quality VoIP phones for the price and are backed by Digium, the creator, sponsor, and maintainer of the Asterisk project.

“Asterisk, the world’s most popular open source communications platform, is used by developers to create sophisticated, custom communications solutions, and low- or no-cost alternatives to proprietary phone systems. These systems often require budget-friendly IP phones, and the new A-Series phones for Asterisk fulfill that need,” said Charlie Wilson, director of developer products at Digium.

This new Digium A-Series VoIP phones for Asterisk include:

  • A30 – An executive-level gigabit phone with a 4.3-inch full-color display, 6 line registrations, 10 Rapid Dial/Busy Lamp Field (BLF) keys with up to 45 contacts, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and 10/100/1000BASE-T network ports.
  • A25 – A mid-level gigabit phone with two full-color displays, 4 line registrations, 6 Rapid Dial/Busy Lamp Field (BLF) keys with up to 30 contacts, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and 10/100/1000BASE-T network ports.
  • A22 – An entry-level gigabit phone with a 2.8-inch full-color display, 2 line registrations, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and 10/100/1000BASE-T network ports.
  • A20 – An entry-level value phone with a 2.8-inch full-color display, 2 line registrations, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and 10/100BASE-T network ports.

Stay tuned for more details!

“As a Digium partner, we are very excited to hear that they will be adding these new phones to their product line. These additional phones will broaden Digium’s portfolio in the competitive VoIP industry, giving them a stronger foothold in the market. “ – Paula Griffo, President, and CFO of VoIP Supply

Grandstream Released GWN.Cloud Beta: A Cloud Controller for WiFi APs!

February 13, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Have you used any of  Grandstream’s GWN series WiFi APs? You might be qualified for Grandstream’s new free beta testing for Cloud Controller for WiFi Access Points (APs), GWN.Cloud!

This new enterprise WiFi network management platform provides a secure, reliable and scalable management platform for Grandstream’s GWN series of WiFi APs. Installers and users can quickly deploy WiFi networks within seconds of scanning the device’s barcode and manage them easily through a mobile app or a web browser.

Check out some key features:

  • High reliability – 99.99% uptime
  • Virtually unlimited scalability with no restriction on the number of sites or WiFi APs being managed
  • Industry-leading end-to-end security with bank-grade TLS encryption and X.509 certificate authentication, coupled with the strong security features
  • Built-in Captive Portals with customizable landing pages for collection of access credential information
  • Real-time network monitoring and control tools, configurable alerts, and in-depth reports by network, AP, client and more
  • GWN.Cloud mobile app, available for iOS™ and Android™
  • GWN.Cloud service is free

Apply for this beta test at https://www.gwn.cloud/

Also, join our GWN Series webinar on Feb. 27th to learn all you need to know about the GWN Series of Networking Solutions. Click here to register now!

5 Sangoma’s Cloud 9 Webinars You Can’t Miss!

February 12, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

We are halfway through the Samgoma Cloud 9 webinar series! The Cloud 9 is a webinar series co-hosted by VoIP Supply and Sangoma that includes 9 webinars with various must-learn VoIP Cloud Service topics. This is a unique opportunity for all of you who are interested in learning effectively about in-depth VoIP in a timely manner.

Also, you will be entered to win One s500 IP Phone (worth $149) when you register & attend all 5 webinars. Five winners will be selected!

What are the Topics?

Feb. 20, 2018         Zulu: Much More Than a Softphone

March 6, 2018       SIPStation: How it Will Grow Your Business?

March 20, 2018     FaxStation: Faxing Without a Fax Machine

April 5, 2018          User Control Panel for PBXact and FreePBX

April 26, 2018        Sangoma Solutions: How do They All Connect?

Missed some Cloud 9 webinars? Check out the useful Q&A session here!
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The VoIP News Update: Polycom Acquires Obihai, ITEXO 2018 And Sangoma University

February 9, 2018 by Steve Lopian

2018 is a new year, and the VoIP industry is already starting off with a rather sizable change.  Once finalized in the first quarter of 2018, Polycom will have officially acquired Obihai Technology! This is a big move for Polycom and Obihai specializes in hardware and software for VoIP phones.

It will be exciting to see what Polycom has in store for the future, and it is making everyone wonder exactly how many more of acquisitions we’ll be seeing this year!

In this episode of the VoIP News Update, VoIP Supply Marketing Supervisor Mary Cheney also covers what you need to know about this years ITEXPO!  VoIP Supply will be there February 13th – 16 at booth #428! If you plan on stopping by, don’t forget to say hi!

And lastly, on The VoIP News Update, Mary covers some important details on Sangoma University.  If you are thinking of becoming a VoIP reseller, or if you already are but have not looked into Sangomas product portfolio, then you will want to pay attention!

We want to hear from you! Are you a certified member of Sangoma University? Will you be at ITEXPO 2018? Do you think Polycom made the right decision by acquiring Obihai? Let us know, below!

Yamaha CS-700 Video Conferencing Solves Huddle Room Team Collaboration Challenges!

To save more space in the office, more and more small-to-medium businesses take advantage of small meeting rooms, also called huddle rooms, for team collaboration. However, with limited space and resources in the small room, it can be quite a challenge to host efficient meetings.

Well, not if you team up with Yamaha’s latest video conferencing solution: The Yamaha CS-700! The CS-700 is specifically designed to solve all the challenges you may have in a huddle room. Let’s see how it tackles the top 3 common huddle room challenges!

Challenge #1 Narrow Room for Video Coverage

Solution: 120-degree ultra-wide angle camera

See the whole room with Yamaha’s CS-700 industry-leading 120-degree ultra-wide angle camera! It captures all meeting participants in one field of view, even when you all sit close in the room.

The CS-700 also features a beamforming microphone array that picks up every word spoken in the room and delivers it to the far end. A four-element speaker bar provides outstanding audio, ensuring that every word spoken is heard by every participant in the room.  

Challenge #2: Limited Tabletop Space

Solution: The Only Conferencing Unit & Wall Mount System

The CS-700 is the only communication device you’ll need in the room. It provides a SIP interface to the call manager, replacing the need for a separate conference phone in the huddle room. This conference solution supports business communication applications such as Microsoft® Skype for Business™, Google Chromebox for Meetings™, BlueJeans®, Zoom®, GoToConference™, Vidyo® and more.

Additionally, the CS-700 is a wall mount system that eliminates any need for table-top equipment in the huddle room. The special pivot design wall mount provides simple installation and allows you to connect the wires to the CS-700 within seconds!

Multiple Convenient Connectivity

The USB and SIP communications easily expand your communication opportunities to a further end. The Bluetooth connectivity enables fast and easy audio connections, instantly turning a mobile or PCs into a conference device!

Challenge #3: Multiple Huddle Rooms to Manage

Solution: Remote Management & Bulk Configuration

Managing 1000+ of huddle rooms is no long a challenge for your IT department with the Yamaha CS-700. This conferencing solution enables remote monitoring and management of the units as well as configuring units in bulk. You are able to upgrade remotely and automatically through the IP interface.

That’s not all……..see more unique features:

  • Ultra-wide angle camera with 120-degree field of view
  • Beamforming microphone array
  • 4 speaker element sound bar
  • Supports business communication applications
  • Supports USB, Bluetooth, and SIP
  • Easy cable access wall mount
  • Remote Manageability
  • DisplayLink collaboration

Download the CS-700 Datasheet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Y5Y2zylW0M

Do you use huddle rooms for your team meeting? What are the challenges you have encountered? Share with us!

The CS-700 conferencing solution is now available at voipsupply.com! If you have questions about the product, simply give one of our VoIP experts a call at 1-800-398-8647!
Shop Yamaha CS-700!

New! Grandstream Released DP760 Long-Range HD DECT Repeater

February 8, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen


February 8, 2017 – Grandstream Networks announced the new addition to their long-range HD DECT repeater product line: the DP760.  

The DP760 is a powerful wideband HD DECT repeater that pairs automatically with Grandstream’s DP750 DECT Base Station. It’s designed to extend network coverage for businesses, warehouses, medical, retail, hospitality, residential, and more applications.

This new DECT repeater doubles the range of the DP750 by extending an additional 300 meters outdoor and 50 meters indoor, enabling the paired solution to reach up to 600 meters outdoor and 100 meters indoors!

Take a peek at some highlighted features:

  • Pairs automatically with the DP750 DECT base station and any DP720 handsets
  • Supports relaying of up to 2 HD calls simultaneously
  • Built-in network/PoE support
  • Plug-and-play features: auto association, auto region detection and RF parameter self-setting
  • Offers different status icon on DP720 handset so you can tell whether they are associated with a DECT base station or a DECT repeater

“The DP760 will take our DP series to the next level and allow it to fit well into a wide-range of long-range DECT VoIP solutions,” said David Li, CEO of Grandstream. “This product expands the capabilities of our award-winning DP series and allows our channel partners, resellers and end-users to implement it in a variety of new use cases.”

The DP760 is now available! Order NOW!

 

Pre-order the DP760!

How to Choose the Right Conference Phones for Different Room Settings

February 7, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Choosing the right conference phone for your meeting room doesn’t have to be complicated. The Revolab/Yamaha conferencing solutions provide the most natural and effective communication for every meeting environments, including yours. In this blog post, we’ll help you find the right conference phone that fits all you need!

 

Conference Phones for Different Room Settings

Typically, business meeting rooms can be separated into three categories by their sizes: Large conference rooms usually accommodate 15 or more people; small to medium rooms accommodate 6 to 15 participants; executive offices and small meeting rooms (huddle rooms) fit 4 to 6 people. Now let’s learn about the ideal Revolab/ Yamaha solutions for each room setting!

Large Conference Room (15+ participants)

Yamaha’s YVC-1000 is a Bluetooth® enabled conference phone that provides the best quality and most realistic sound with volume up to 95dB. It’s designed with HVAD (Human Voice Activity Detection) capabilities which filters out noise automatically and only allows human voices to be heard.

The YVC-1000’s multiple connectivity options makes it really easy for users to connect to PCs, smartphone, and other video conferencing devices!  

  • USB to PC – to support web conferencing
  • Bluetooth to Smartphone – to support teleconferencing
  • Audio In/Out to the Video Conference System – to support video conferencing

See more highlighted features:

  • Excellent Scalability: Daisy chains up to 5 microphones and supports 2 external speakers
  • High-Quality Audio Technology with Human Voice Activity Detection (HVAD)
  • One-Button Autotuning: Analyzes room environment and automatically tunes acoustic settings to the optimal level

Yamaha YVC-1000 Brochure

 

Revolabs FLX UC 1500 IP & USB Conference Phone (with Extension Microphones)

Revolabs FLX UC 1500 IP & USB Conference Phone with Extension Mics

Revolabs’s FLX™ UC 1500 conference phone is ideal for conference rooms sized for up to 18 people. The UC1500 enables easy integration with your choice of 3rd party PC applications for collaboration and conferencing.

If you are looking for a flexible solution, the UC1500 can be the right match! It offers most extensible solution for USB, VoIP, and Conference Bridging for Enterprise Conferencing and Collaboration. The 2 included extension microphones help you fill a larger conference room with high-quality audio. Learn more features:

  • 2 Directional Extension Microphones for audio capture in larger conference rooms
  • High Fidelity and Full-Duplex audio for authentic sound with mid-woofer elements
  • Four corner microphones for 360-degree audio coverage

See the UC1500 Datasheet

 

Medium or Small Conference Room and Huddle Room (6 to 15 participants)

Revolabs FLX™ UC 1000 combines a VoIP phone with USB conference calling to work for all major telephony environments, whether it’s on-premise or in the Cloud. The UC1000 bridges VoIP and 3rd party softphone calls. Its full-color dialer provides quick access to the key calling features: On-Hook, Off-Hook, Volume Up/Down, Mute, Redial, and access to the main menu.

Like all other Revolab/ Yamaha products, the UC1000 fills your entire conference room with high-quality speaker sound; the UC1000 is for up to 10-person conferencing. See more features:

  • 4 embedded directional microphones provide 360-degree audio coverage
  • Full Duplex Audio
  • Dialer display with 3.5in diagonal color graphics
  • PoE with Mini USB 2.0 Connector

Download the UC1000 Datasheet

 

The Revolabs FLX™ UC 500 is a USB conference phone for unified communications that fuses the best technology for audio processing, microphones, and speakers. The UC500 comes with a variety of features and functions such as four built-in microphones that enable 360-degree audio capture and the ability to accommodate every call style from softphone calls to webinars. Check out some unique features:

  • Loudspeaker with frequency response of 160-20,000 Hz
  • Interchange microphone types
  • Open Standard SIP based
  • Noise Filter capability

See UC 500 Datasheet

 

The Yamaha YVC-300 is another great solution for small to medium room sizes. The YVC-300 is designed for up to 6-person group conferencing and it can be easily powered by USB from PC, a power-pack or a standard USB charger.

The 360 degrees coverage from three unidirectional microphones and the Yamaha sound processing technology give you crystal clear sound/voice quality. Bluetooth is also available for you to quickly connect your conferencing unit to the smartphone and tablets, turning any personal devices into a conference phone!

  • This portable, lightweight unit is very easy to carry.
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • 4 embedded directional microphones

See the YVC-300 Datasheet

 

Huddle Room and Offices (4 to 6 participants)

The Yamaha CS-700 is the latest innovation from Yamaha/Revolab that’s specifically designed as an all-in-one unit for huddle rooms where you have limited room and tabletop space. Combines ultra-wideband audio with quality video, the CS-700 conferencing system addresses all communication requirements of small rooms.

Users love the remote management capability which enables remote monitoring and management of the units as well as configuring units in bulk, and upgrading them remotely and automatically through the IP interface. More unique features await your exploration!

Key Features:

  • USB audio and video support
  • Beamforming microphone array
  • 4 speaker elements
  • Ultra-wide angle camera with 120-degree field of view
  • Integrated SIP interface for Call Manager integration

See CS-700 datasheet

 

The Revolabs FLX™ 2 is designed for executive offices and SoHo environments where you need more efficient meetings and calls. With the FLX 2 conference phone, you can finally move freely while you present in the meeting without worrying about the wires. Simply take the wearable microphone with you wherever you go and be heard clearly at all times!

Like other Revolabs/Yamaha conference phones, the FLX 2 also allows you to turn your smartphone or PCs into conference phones within seconds through Bluetooth® and USB connectivity. It’s just that simple!

  • Wireless Freedom – no wires needed on the table
  • Superior Audio Quality – wearable mic allows you to move freely
  • Handset calls or speaker calls
  • USB audio to a PC makes applications such as Skype®, WebEx®, Lync®, and Sametime® wireless and ready for conference calls

See the FLX 2 Datasheet

Not sure which conference phone fits your situation best? Give us a call at 1-800-398-8647 to get some expert opinions!  

See All Revolabs/ Yamaha Conference Phones

Are Revolabs Products Supported through End Point Manager (EPM)?

Our tech support team at VoIP Supply offers great pre- and post-sales support plus provisioning, consultations, configuration, and installation help. We get a lot of VoIP hardware and software questions and would like to share the solutions with everyone.

In previous Mom’s calling Q&A series, we have discussed: How can I connect a PBX to my existing incoming POTS line? Today, we have more new real questions and answers from VoIP users just like you.  

 

Are Revolabs Products Supported through FreePBX End Point Manager?

Sangoma FreePBXQ: What devices are supported through EPM for FreePBX? Are Revolabs products supported?

A: No, Revolabs devices are not supported through FreePBX EPM. Here is the list of compatible devices with EPM (3rd Party-addon) for FreePBX and PBXact:

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