The Polycom SoundPoint IP 550 desktop phone features Polycom's revolutionary HD Voice technology that incorporates wideband audio for over twice the voice clarity. Polycom's patented Acoustic Clarity Technology delivers crystal-clear, noise and echo-free sound.
This phone is engineered to make installation, configuration and upgrades as simple and efficient as possible. The phone's built-in IEEE 802.3af PoE circuitry and a dual-port Ethernet switch enable flexible deployment options and savings on cabling expenses.
Technical Specifications for SoundPoint IP 550 (PoE) Features:
• Corded Voice Over IP Phone
• Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
• Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
• Up To 4-Lines With Up To 2 Calls Per Line
• Distinctive Incoming Call Treatment / Call Waiting
• Hearing Aid Compatible
• Full-Duplex Hands-Free Speakerphone
• 320x160 Graphical LCD Display
• Phone Directory / Dialer
• 3-Way Conferencing
• Remote Missed Call Notification
• Intercom / Call Transfer
• One-Touch Speed Dial
• Date / Time Display
• IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support
• Optional AC Adapter (Included)
• Two-Port 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Switch
• 26 Dedicated Feature Keys
• 4 Context-Sensitive Softkeys
Additional Features:
• Two-port 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Switch
• Integrated Video, Voice, Data, & Web Capabilities
• Instant Messaging, Buddy List & My Status
• Manual or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Network Setup
• Time & Date Synchronization Using SNTP
• FTP / TFTP / HTTP3 / HTTPS3 Server-Based Central Provisioning for Mass Deployments
• Provisioning & Call Server Redundancy Supported
• Web Portal for Individual Unit Configuration
• QoS Support - IEEE 802.1p/Q Tagging (VLAN), Layer 3 TOS, & DSCP
• Network Address Translation (NAT) - Support for Static Configuration & Keep-Alive SIP Signalling
• RTCP Support (RFC 1889)
• Event Logging
• Syslog
• Local Digit Map
• Hardware Diagnostics
• Status & Statistics Reporting
Key Term Definitions
Acoustic Clarity Technology:
This Polycom patented technology allows you to enjoy instantaneous natural conversation. When paired with a full duplex speakerphone, echo is eliminated and both callers are able to speak simultaneously without experiencing voice dropouts. The voice clarity on conference systems that feature this technology is incredibly crisp and clear.
Full Duplex Operation:
The full duplex feature allows simultaneous flow of audio signals between your conferencing phone and that of the outside caller. Polycom systems carry a full duplex speakerphone, which can transmit and receive audio signals at the same time, in both directions.
SIP VoIP:
When broken down into 2 parts, SIP and VoIP are acronyms for Session Initiation Protocol and Voice Over Internet Protocol. The SIP and VoIP features move voice traffic through IP networks instead of traditional circuit-switched networks. The most popular form of IP network is the internet, users can communicate online with applications such as Skype. SIP and VoIP have taken communication to a new level, allowing for innovative technologies to replace outdated methods.
Note (1): These phones are setup for RingCentral. Clients with 8x8 referrals who purchase these will get free factory reset to 8x8 configuration. All others can purchase a basic factory reset and then program to their own VOIP vendor.
Note (2): Phones are only guarenteed to work on 8x8 after reset, or RingCentral, all other vendors should work but up to the buyer.
Note (3): No Returns, these are sold As-Is.
Note (4): PoE - these phones work as-is with a PoE switch upstream, or you can add a PoE injector inline (extra cost), or you can use the included power plug and connect to standard USA wall outlet. PoE is very convenient if you don't have power handy but do have ethernet cable! See our Power and UPS section for options.
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We do not warrant the product in any way, and no implied service contract is supplied with this purchase. We will complimentary answer questions resolved in 5 minutes or less, limited to 2x per month per account across all products and services. All other calls technical in nature will be billed at your normal account remote support rates in minimum 15 minute increments.
