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External Speakers and Microphone
External Speakers and Microphone
External speakers and microphones are plug-and-play accessories. You can connect an external PC-type
microphone and powered speakers (with amplifier) on the Cisco IP Phone by using the line in/out jacks.
Connecting an external microphone disables the internal microphone and connecting an external speaker
disables the internal phone speaker.
Note
Headsets
Important Headset Safety Information
When you plug in your headset, lower the volume of the headset speaker before you put the headset on. If
you remember to lower the volume before you take the headset off, the volume will start lower when you
plug in your headset again.
Be aware of your surroundings. When you use your headset, it may block out important external sounds,
particularly in emergencies or in noisy environments. Don't use the headset while driving. Don't leave your
headset or headset cables in an area where people or pets can trip over them. Always supervise children who
are near your headset or headset cables.
Cisco Headsets 500 Series
You can use the Cisco Headset 500 Series with your Cisco IP Phone 8800 Series Multiplatform Phones. The
Cisco Headset 500 Series offers a more enhanced experience with:
• In-call indicators: LEDs on an ear plate
• Simplified call controls
• Customized audio
The supported headsets are:
• Cisco Headset 520 Series
• Cisco Headset 531 and 532
• Cisco Headset 560 Series (Standard Base and Multibase)
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Using poor quality external audio devices, playing loudspeakers at very loud volumes, or placing the microphone
very close to the loudspeaker may result in undesirable echo for other parties on your speakerphone calls.
High Sound Pressure—Avoid listening to high volume levels for long periods to prevent
possible hearing damage.
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