Q&A What IP Paging Solutions Work with Cisco?

June 10, 2021 by Mary Cheney

More and more of our customers are looking to integrate their systems to ensure that all of their devices are able to communicate with each other, especially in emergency situations.

One question that has been coming up quite frequently is what IP paging solutions are compatible with Cisco Call Manager. I am going to break down a couple of options that you can consider, but I also really encourage you to reach out to us, because  our partnerships allow us to offer free design services to ensure you are getting everything you need.

To start, I would like to say that you are in luck because there are a couple of options depending on your situation. Our partners at Advanced Network Devices, Algo, CyberData and Valcom all have solutions that will work with Cisco.

So let’s start with Advanced Network Devices, their products are designed and built in the USA. They offer a wide range of IP Speakers, Buttons, Modules, Intercoms and Visual Alert solutions that are all compatible with Cisco Unified Communications Manager, as well as, mass notification software platforms like Singlewire InformaCast and Intrado Revolution. They are also a Certified Cisco Solutions Partner. Because of this partnership, you are able to easily connect their devices to your Cisco system and manage the devices from the UI (user interface) you are comfortable with. Advanced Network Devices also offers ClockWise Campus (PC-based) which allows full control of Advanced Network Devices IP PoE displays, speakers, and hubs. Check out Advanced Network Devices LLDP-MED Configuration with Cisco Switch guide!

Next, let’s talk about Algo Solutions and how they can integrate with your Cisco IP System. They are another Certified Solutions Partner with Cisco, which again makes them a great option to work with when you are considering a paging solution. Algo also offers a couple of cool products that can help you integrate a legacy analog paging system to a Cisco telephone system by using an Algo 8301 paging adapter

CyberData is another great option! All of their products are multicast capable which is important when you are trying to integrate with Cisco phones. You will need to ensure your Cisco phones are running firmware version 7.5.4 or higher. CyberData offers a wide range of compatible devices and they have some great resources for you to reference when you are ready to start setting up your solution, such as a SIP Speaker Cisco Call Manager Server Setup Guide and much more! 

Last but not least, let’s talk about Valcom! They offer a product of their own as well called the Valcom SIP Paging Adapter. This product allows you to connect to any PA System without the added expense of an ATA or Media Gateway. This product supports legacy analog systems as well as new systems. They are also a Certified Cisco Solutions Partner and offer additional resources for you to reference when implementing their solution.

To see a full list of Advanced Network Devices, Algo, CyberData and Valcom products, visit the VoIP Supply website. As mentioned earlier, if you need assistance or have additional questions about any of these solutions reach out to our VoIP Experts, who combined have over 60 years of experience with these systems and solutions. All of these companies also have great customer support, which makes it easier for you, and a big reason why we really enjoy working with them!

Poly Savi 7320 Unboxing Video

June 9, 2021 by Mary Cheney

If you are looking for a wireless headset that provides you with comfort and audio security, then look no further than the Poly Savi 7320. This is such a cool headset that we wanted to show you what’s inside the box!

This is also Poly’s most secure DECT headset, with DECT Security Step C. This high level of security makes this headset ideal for medical offices, government buildings and other institutions that need to keep their conversations safe and secure. This headset is also Microsoft Teams Certified.

Here are some key features that we also wanted to highlight:

  • Wireless range of up to 580 ft/180 m for more freedom to move
  • Universal base with multi-device connectivity to seamlessly connect to both a desk phone and PC
  • Noise canceling microphone enhanced with Poly Acoustic Fence technology to help keep nearby conversations private

Check out our unboxing video of the Poly Savi 7320 and let us know what you think either here or on our YouTube channel! As always if you have any questions about this headset or any other VoIP hardware, comment below or call us at 800-398-8647.

How to Locate IP Address on Fanvil X7A IP Phone

June 8, 2021 by Mary Cheney

Are you struggling to locate the IP address on Fanvil’s X7A IP phone? We are here to help, just follow the simple steps below and you will be on your way to setting up your Fanvil IP phone.

  1. Select the Gear Icon, you will now be in the phone settings.
  2. Select Network.
  3. The IP address will be the 4th option down.

You can also locate the IP address by following these steps

  1. Select the Gear Icon
  2. Select Common
  3. The IP address will be the 3rd option down.

If you have additional questions about the Fanvil X7A IP Phones, leave a comment below or reach out to us at 800-398-8647.

Did You Know The Yealink WH66 Has A Hands-Free Speakerphone

May 28, 2021 by Mary Cheney

We are really excited about this new headset series from Yealink. It is packed with some really great features and has been really popular for people working from home or just trying to make some space on their office desk. 

One really awesome feature that we wanted to point out is the hand-free speakerphone on the WH66 UC workstation. This gives you the ability to take breaks from wearing your headset all day! 

If you have more questions about this workstation, leave a comment below or reach out to us at 800-398-8647.

Konftel Cam10 Web Camera Demo

May 27, 2021 by Mary Cheney

Sometimes it’s difficult to get across how powerful and awesome the products we sell are, especially with web cameras! We asked our partner Peter Gasparro with Konftel to do a demo of Konftel’s new Cam10 web camera to show you just how amazing this little camera is!

Peter also goes through the UI (user interface) to show you all of the cool features that are available to you at no cost! 
So check out our exclusive demo video and let us know what you think! If you are interested in a demo, click here!

How To Update the Default Ringtone on the Sangoma P310 and P315 IP Phone

May 24, 2021 by Mary Cheney

Having different ringtones for different departments can be helpful. It’s also a nice feature to have for calls that might be more important that others! 

For this week we are going to walk through how to update the default ringtone on Sangoma’s new P310 and P315 IP phones.

  1. First press the More softkey. 
  2. Then click the Menu softkey.
  3. Use the Navigation Pad or press the #3 Keypad to open the Preferences.
  4. Use the Navigation Pad or press the #3 Keypad to open the Sound Settings.
  5. Once the Sound Settings are open, press the Change softkey and scroll using the Navigation Pad. 
  6. You can press the Preview softkey to hear the different sounds, once you have found the sound you like, press the Select softkey.

There you have it! Now you can choose different ringtones! If you have more questions about the Sangoma P310 or Sangoma P315, leave a comment below or reach out to us at 800-398-8647!

CyberData Breaks Down IP Rating – What It Means, And Why It Matters For VoIP Paging Equipment

May 20, 2021 by Mary Cheney

Are you thinking about adding IP Paging to your portfolio but nervous to do so? Our partners at CyberData recently launched CyberSchool, which is a great series that is led by the one and only Paul Tuttle! Paul walks through many helpful use case scenarios as well as worst and best practices, so when the time comes to add IP paging products, you’ll be ready!

Paul goes through and defines the difference between water-resistant, water-repellent and waterproof. While you might know the difference, it can be a critical piece of your consultation and ensuring you are provided easy to understand examples is very important. 

He also breaks down the IP rating profiles for IP65 and IP66.

Ok, I don’t want to spoil the video so I am going to encourage you to check out this episode of CyberSchool! Paul shows some real life examples of what a good install and bad install looks like. It’s really helpful to see what you should and shouldn’t do in certain situations. Most recently, Paul breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to preserving the IP rating on CyberData devices.

You can also see a full list of the CyberSchool videos here!

If you have additional questions about CyberData, leave a comment below or reach out to us at 800-398-8647.

VoIP Supply is Stocked with Quality Used Phones

May 19, 2021 by Youleidy Vega

VoIP Supply is stocked with great Like New phone options this month. We have a great inventory of used devices that can save your business a lot of money without jeopardizing the quality of the phones. Our Refresh line of refurbished phones come with a 1-year warranty so that you can buy worry free knowing that we’ve got your back if anything goes wrong with your used device.

One of many options is the Yealink T42G IP Phone

The Yealink T42G refurbished IP Phone offers Gigabit connectivity and 12-lines in a sleek and modern design. It is easy to use and offers quality performance with HD Voice and echo cancellation so that every call you make or take sounds crisp and clear. 

  • 12 Line Appearances
  • Dual-port Gigabit Ethernet
  • Yealink Optima HD Voice Supported
  • Up to 12 SIP accounts
  • Full-duplex hands-free speakerphone
  • No expansion module support
  • RJ9 Headset Port
  • 2.7″ 192×64-pixel backlit Graphical LCD
  • Wall mountable
  • Supports PoE, Power Supply also available separately

Read more about the Yealink T42G here.

We also carry Poly devices like the Polycom VVX 401 and the VVX 501

VVX 401
VVX 501

Both phones offer support for up to 12 lines and Poly’s HD Voice technology that improves the performance of every call. They are also business media phones which means you can pair them with third-party Unified Communications applications such as Microsoft Calendars and Instant Messaging in order to improve productivity. 

Let’s look at their key features: 

Poly VVX 401

  • 12 Line appearances
  • Polycom HD Voice
  • 3.5″ (320×240) Backlit Color LCD
  • Dual 10/100 RJ45 Ports
  • RJ9 headset port
  • Built-in auto sensing IEEE 802.3 af Power over Ethernet
  • Optional 48V DC power supply (not included)

Read more about the VVX 401 here. 

Poly VVX 501 

  • 12 Line appearances 
  • Gesture-based, multitouch-capable, capacitive touchscreen
  • 3.5-in TFT LCD display at QVGA (320×240 pixel) resolution
  • Dual USB ports (2.0 compliant) for media and storage applications
  • Polycom HD Voice
  • Dedicated RJ9 Headset Port
  • Dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet port with PoE Support

Read more about the VVX 501 here. 

If you would like to learn more about our refurbished phones give us a call at 1-800-398-8647 or send us a chat! 

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