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Cisco IP Phone 8841/8851 Multiplatform Phones User Guide
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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
The Cisco Headset 500 Series offers a more enhanced experience with:
•
In-call indicators: LEDs on an ear plate
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Simplified call controls
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Customized audio
The supported headsets are:
•
Cisco Headset 520 Series
•
Cisco Headset 531 and 532
•
Cisco Headset 560 Series (Standard Base and Multibase)
Cisco Headset 521 and 522
The Cisco Headsets 521 and 522 are two wired headsets that have been developed for use on
Cisco IP Phones and devices. The Cisco Headset 521 features a single earpiece for extended
wear and comfort. The Cisco Headset 522 features two earpieces for use in a noisy workplace.
Both headsets feature a 3.5-mm connector for use on laptops and mobile devices. An inline
controller with a USB connector is also available for use on the . The controller is an easy way
to answer your calls, and to access basic phone features such as hold and resume, mute, and
volume control.
The Cisco Headsets 521 and 522 require Multiplatform Firmware Release 11.2(3) or later
version. Upgrade your phones to the latest firmware before using these headsets.
Use the following steps to check your phone model and the4 firmware version.
1.
From your desk phone, press the
Applications
icon
.
2.
Select
Status
>
Product information
.
Result
: The
Product name
field shows your phone model. The
Software
version
field shows the installed load where you can get the firmware version.