Chapter 2: Overview; Phone Overview; Safety Guidelines - Avaya B199 Installing And Administering

Chapter 2: Overview

Phone overview

Avaya Conference Phone B199 is a SIP conference phone that you can use to make calls and
hold conferences with a great audio quality. It provides an improved user experience and ensures
an easier connection to audio conference bridges. The phone is based on a multi-connectivity
platform to leverage the "Bring your own device" approach.
The features of the conference phone include a simple-to-use 4.3 inch graphical LCD with a
backlight and volume control and mute buttons. Two more mute key buttons are located along the
perimeter of the device. You can attach additional expansion microphones or cascade three B199
devices in a daisy chain to expand the audio distribution and pickup in the room.
B199 Conference Phone is supported in the Avaya network through the Avaya Aura
communication solutions and IP Office.

Safety guidelines

Ensure that you are familiar with the following safety guidelines before using, installing,
configuring, and administering Avaya Conference Phone B199.
Note:
This conference phone is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power
fails. Make alternative arrangements for access to emergency services.
• Read, understand, and follow all the instructions.
• Do not place this phone on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the phone falls, serious
damages can be caused to the device.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the phone. Rough handling can break internal circuit boards.
• Ensure that the power cord or plug is not damaged.
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric
shock.
• Avoid wetting the device to prevent fire or electrical shock hazard.
February 2021 Installing and Administering Avaya Conference Phone B199
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