Using Electronic Hookswitch; Setting The Headset Base Unit Options; Enable Electronic Hookswitch - Polycom VVX 150 Manual

Using Electronic Hookswitch

When you use a headset that supports electronic hookswitch (EHS), you can place, answer, and end
calls by using the controls on your headset.
To use EHS, you need a headset that includes a serial control interface in addition to the standard
analog headset jack (RJ-9) interface. The serial control interface requires an EHS adapter that you can
purchase from your headset manufacturer.
Headsets that support EHS include a base unit that connects to your phone. The headset connects to
the base unit wirelessly, which enables you to use your headset even if you're some distance away
from your phone. Typically, you can work wirelessly up to 300 feet (91 meters) from your phone and
still use the EHS controls. Check with your headset's user guide for the precise range restrictions.
See Feature Profile 37477: Using Headsets with Polycom Phones on
compatible headsets.
Related Topics
Using a Headset with Your Phone

Setting the Headset Base Unit Options

Before you connect your headset to your phone and use EHS, you need to set the following options for
your specific headset model:
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For Jabra headsets, change the headset mode to DHSG on the headset base unit. For details,
refer to your headset documentation or contact Jabra support.
•
For Plantronics headsets, change the coarse receive level to 3 and the transmit level to B on
the headset base unit. For details, refer to the guide that comes with your headset.
•
For Sennheiser headsets, set the first DIP switch labeled 1 (DHSG) to the down position on the
back of the headset base unit. For additional details, see your headset's documentation or
contact Sennheiser support.
Related Topics
Using Electronic Hookswitch

Enable Electronic Hookswitch

After you set the base unit options for your headset and connect your headset to your phone, you can
enable EHS.
Procedure
1 Connect your headset and EHS adapter to your phone.
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