Dual Headset Covers VoIP/PSTN Calls
The first wireless headset that will workwith both conventional telephones and computer IP telephony is to be deliveredby GN Netcom with the GN 9300 series.
The latest exec-tech fashion item is aproductivity booster that makes switching between low-cost VoIP calls andtraditional fixed line calls as easy as the push of a button. In fact it’seasier than the push of a button because these headsets automatically switchbetween phone and PC when a call is received so the user never has to even thinkabout it.
Based on true wideband audio performance(6.8 kHz wideband sound in IP mode) are also the first headsets to incorporateDigital Signal Processing technology which filters out incoming backgroundnoise, boosts incoming audio levels and maintains a safe consistent volumethroughout the call.
The GN 9350’s boom-arm also has noise-cancellationon the microphone which means users can be assured that their voice is alwaystransmitted clearly without too much background interference.
GN Netcom says the system is easy to set upthanks to its LCD display controls, while digital security encryption takes outsome of the worry about eavesdropping.
Weighing in at just 26 grams this is alsoone of the smallest and lightest headsets in its class.
“Two hot requirements for the office thesedays are design and mobility. The GN 9300 series has been developed tomeet the growing demand for feather-weight wireless office headsets as they’vemoved from reception desk into the executive workspace,” said Angela Wilde,general manager ANZ for GN Netcom.
There are actually three devices in therange - the GN 9350, the GN 9330 and the GN 9330 USB. The GN Netcom 9300 Seriesworks with both VoIP and traditional phone calls as described above. Then thereare two versions depending on whether you are using a deskphone or not.
The GN 9330 ($473) & GN 9330 USB ($473)differ by whether they work with a desktop/IP desk phones or the USB version isonly for use with PC-based IP telephony.
“The growing use of the mobile phone andBluetooth headsets in people’s personal lives is boosting the desire forwireless working in their professional lives,” said Wilde.
“Driven by consumer demand for wirelessworking, improved efficiency and enhanced personal comfort, the wireless officeheadset market is growing 50% in units annually.
“People want the same level of convenienceat work, at home and in the car. They want to multi-task, check e-mailswhile on a conference call or move freely around the office.
“Wireless headsets are fast becoming anessential part of the professional lifestyle and the GN 9300 series combinessleek design with ease of use,” said Wilde.