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Using the Speakerphone

The SPA IP Phones provide a speakerphone. To use the speakerphone, press the Speaker button.

The handset can be either on or off hook.

 

Using Wired and Wireless Headsets

The SPA IP Phones support headsets from different manufacturers. For the latest supported models, contact your reseller. Additional information can be found at the manufacturer’s websites:

http://www.plantronics.com

http://www.jabra.com

 

Connecting the Headset

Each brand and type of headset may require different steps for connection. Consult the documentation for your particular headset for more information. In general, to connect a headset:

  • For Bluetooth headsets: See the “Connecting Bluetooth Headsets” section below.
  • For wireless, non-Bluetooth headsets (such as Plantronics or Jabra): Follow the instructions for your product to connect the phone to the wireless headset base.

  • For wired headsets: Connect the 2.5mm connector from the headset into the headset port on the right side of the IP phone as shown in the following graphic:

 

Connecting Bluetooth Headsets

Your phone is Bluetooth compatible and works with Bluetooth devices such as headsets.

To configure the phone to work with your headset, first enable Bluetooth:

  1. Press the Setup button.

  2. Select User Preferences.

  3. Select Bluetooth Configuration.

  4. With Bluetooth selected, press the Right Arrow key to turn Bluetooth On.

  5. Press Save.

 

After enabling Bluetooth, create a profile for your headset:

  1. Enable Bluetooth as described above.

  2. Press the Setup button.

  3. Scroll to User Preferences and press Select.

  4. Scroll to Bluetooth Configuration and press Select.

  5. Scroll to Bluetooth Mode and press the Right Arrow key to choose one of the following:    

  • Phone—Your Cisco SPA 525G2 will pair with a Bluetooth headset only. Choose this option if you will not use the Cisco SPA 525G2 with a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone.

  • Both—Your Cisco SPA 525G2 will use a Bluetooth headset, or operate with your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone.

Your Cisco SPA 525G2 will connect to only one device at a time (either the Bluetooth headset or the Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone.)If multiple Bluetooth devices are in range of the Cisco SPA 525G2, the order of devices in the Bluetooth Configuration > Bluetooth Profiles list is used, and the device with a higher priority is activated first.

 

  1. Scroll to Bluetooth Profiles and press the Right Arrow key to enter the profile screen.
  2. Press Scan to scan for your headset.NOTE Depending on the network environment (for example, the number of Bluetoothdevices and noise level), your Bluetooth headset may not appear on the found devices list. Ensure the headset is powered on and has Bluetooth activated, and retry the scan.

  3.  In the list of found devices, select your headset and press the Select button to edit the profile.

  4. Scroll to PIN and enter the PIN for your Bluetooth headset.

  5. Scroll to Connect Automatically and press the Right Arrow key to turn to On.

  6. Press Connect. The profile screen displays and a check mark appears next to the headset if the connection was successful.

 

Using a Headset with Your IP Phone

Steps to use your headset with the SPA IP Phone may vary. Consult the user documentation for your headset for more information.

  • To use a wired headset, press the Headset button on your phone and dial the number to place a call, or press the Headset button to answer a ringing call.

  • To use a non-Bluetooth wireless headset (such as Jabra or Plantronics), you may need to lift the receiver off hook before speaking or listening through the headset.

  • To use a Bluetooth headset, make sure your headset is powered on. Press the Headset button on your phone (or, if supported, press the Answer button on your Bluetooth headset twice) and dial the number to place a call.

  • Press the Answer button on your Bluetooth headset to answer a ringing call.

  • See the user documentation for your Bluetooth headset for more information.

 

Switching Between the Handset/Headset/Speakerphone During a Call

Any of these audio devices can be used during a call. Only one device can be used at a time. The handset can be on the hook when using the speakerphone or headset function.

  • To switch from the handset to the speakerphone, press the Speakerphone button and place the handset back on the hook.

  • To switch from the speakerphone to a headset, press the Headset button.

  • To switch from the speakerphone to the handset, pick up the handset.

  • To switch from the headset to the speakerphone, press the Speakerphone button.

 

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