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Headsets / Audio Devices Approved for Skype for Business use

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Use of an Approved Audio Device for Skype

For your audio device (either a desktop or an UBS IT Anywhere (A3) terminal), use only an approved headset or speakerphone. These products have been tested/verified by Microsoft and Citrix for compatibility, and have subsequently been “certified” inside UBS. There are a wide variety of headset options that can be ordered for your workstation, refer to the below descriptions for the model that best fits your work style and comfort level:

Wired (USB) Headsets

Wired headsets will connect directly either to your A3 terminal’s USB port or desktop (DTP) USB port. Certain wired headsets will also have a plug in option for mobile phones that have an audio jack, while others will have Bluetooth connectivity for your mobile phone (Bluetooth is NOT supported on UBS A3 or DTP). The following options are available (please note, when the desired headset is known, just click on the name of the headset to go directly to the ordering page in Coupa):

PLANTRONICS WIRED HEADSETS

USE

WHEN

BLACKWIRE C3215, USB-A

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

BLACKWIRE C3225, USB-A (pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use for PC/MAC,
suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $

Features:

  • USB headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3/IT Anywhere Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • 3.5mm plug (mobile/tablet)
  • Answer/End Call button built in
  • Mute button built in
  • Volume button built in
  • Lightweight/Easy portability
  • Monaural sound (C3215)
  • Hi-fi stereo sound (C3225)

This is a headset which connects to USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business, it is also suitable for BYOD devices
BLACKWIRE C5210, USB-A

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

BLACKWIRE C5220, USB-A (pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use for PC/MAC, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $

Features:

  • USB headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3/IT Anywhere Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • 3.5mm plug (mobile/tablet)
  • Answer/End Call button built in
  • Mute button built in
  • Volume button built in
  • Monaural sound (C5210)
  • Hi-fi stereo sound (C5220)
  • Cushioned headband and ultra-soft leatherette
    ear cushions wrapped around pillow-soft memory
    foam provide all-day comfort (C5220)
  • Ultra-soft, conforming ear cushions provide passive
    noise canceling, reducing the office noise around you.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The following audible Voice Alerts are played by this headset,
and they are played in the English language only:

  • “Incoming Call” is played (just once) followed by the
    normal ring tone when an incoming call rings in.
  • “Answering Call” is played when answering an incoming
    call.
  • “Mute On” and “Mute Off” are played when muting and
    unmuting.
  • “Muted” is played (just once) if you start talking when you
    are still muted. (Muted Reminder feature)
This is a headset which connects to USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business, it is also suitable for BYOD devices.
BLACKWIRE C725-M

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use for PC/MAC and Mobile, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$

Features:

  • USB headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Noise Cancelling
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In
This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business.

JABRA WIRED HEADSETS

USE

WHEN

Jabra Evolve 30 II MS Mono

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

Jabra Evolve 30 II MS Duo
(pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use for PC/MAC or Mobile, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $

Features:

  • USB headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • 3.5mm plug (mobile/tablet)
  • Mute button
  • Volume button
  • Disconnect button
This is a stereo headset which connects to USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business, it is also suitable for BYOD devices and can connect to a mobile phone with a 3.5mm audio jack.
Jabra Biz 2300 Mono Corded

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

Jabra Biz 2300 Duo Corded (pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use with Desk Phone and Skype softphone in the office

COST: $

Features:

  • QD (Quick Disconnect) headset with both foam and leather ear cushions.
  • Connect to a Jabra Link 860 switching unit (sold separately) to use with both a desk phone and Skype softphone
  • A3 Certified.
  • DTP Certified
 This is a headset which connects to a Jabra Link 860 switching unit (sold separately) to be used in the office with both a desk phone and Skype softphone
Jabra Link 860

Switching Unit

Use with Desk Phone and Skype softphone in the office

COST: $$

Features:

  • Switch between desk phone and softphone calls using the Phone/PC slider switch
  • Volume control
  • Mute button/indicator
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified

IMPORTANT NOTE

  • Switching unit must be USB-connected to a PC or thin client (for power) in order for it to work with a Desk Phone.
  • Set the Clear Dial Tone Switch (underneath the unit) to “B” if connecting to a Cisco Desk Phone or to “A” if connecting to an Avaya Desk Phone

This is a switching unit to be used in the office with a Jabra Biz 2300 headset (sold separately) to connect to both a desk phone and Skype softphone

Wireless Headsets

Wireless headsets connect to your PC/MAC workstation through a technology known as DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication). They are advantageous due to their ability to operate in “dual mode” where you can easily take calls from Skype, Mobile, and Desktop Phone only using one headset. Most Wireless headsets will require a USB connection to your PC/MAC (A3 or DTR) via a “base station” while the headset itself will be cordless.

                  PLANTRONICS WIRELESS HEADSETS

USE

WHEN

SAVI W410-M

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

SAVI W420-M (pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use for PC/MAC, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In

This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business. Recommended for frequent travellers that carry their headset with their laptop. Also suitable for BYOD
SAVI W430-M

In Ear (Convertible); 1 Earphone

Use for PC/MAC, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In

This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business. Recommended for frequent travellers that carry their headset with their laptop. Also suitable for BYOD.
SAVI W440-M

In Ear (Convertible); 1 Earphone

Use for PC/MAC, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In

        

This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business. Recommended for frequent travellers that carry their headset with their laptop. Also suitable for BYOD.
SAVI W710-M    (pictured)
End of sale April 2019– Over Ear; 1 EarphoneSAVI W720-M
End of sale April 2019.– Over Ear; 2 EarphonesUse for PC/MAC, Mobile & Desktop phone, suitable for BYOD devicesCOST: N/A    (No longer avail to purchase)
Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Bluetooth (Mobile/Tablet)
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In
           This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business and a Desktop Phone. It also has Bluetooth capability to connect to a mobile phone.
SAVI W730-M

In Ear (Convertible); 1 Earphone

Use for PC/MAC, Mobile & Desktop phone, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Bluetooth (Mobile/Tablet)
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built

This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business and a Desktop Phone. It also has Bluetooth capability to connect to a mobile phone.
SAVI W740-M

In Ear (Convertible); 1 Earphone

Use for PC/MAC, Mobile & Desktop phone, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Bluetooth (Mobile/Tablet)
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built

This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business and a Desktop Phone. It also has Bluetooth capability to connect to a mobile phone.
SAVI W8220-M (pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

SAVI W8210-M

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

Use for PC/MAC, Mobile & Desktop phone, suitable for BYOD devices

NOTE:  Set the base A-G Desk phone configuration switch to D for connecting to the Cisco CP-8851 IP phone.

COST: $$$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Active Noise Canceling (ANC)
  • Ringer in the base with volume control switch
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Bluetooth (Mobile/Tablet)
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Answer/Disconnect button Built In
This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business and a Desktop Phone. It also has Bluetooth capability to connect to a mobile phone.

 JABRA WIRELESS HEADSETS

USE

WHEN

Jabra Pro 935 MS Single Connectivity

Over Ear; 1 Earphone (Mono only)

Single Connectivity (PC only)

For APAC DECT-restricted countries
only

COST: $$

Features:

  • Wireless (Bluetooth) headset
  • Single Connectivity (PC only) Bluetooth;
    does not allow pairing to a mobile device
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Answer/Disconnect button Built In
This Bluetooth headset is to be used only in the following APAC countries where DECT wireless is prohibited by law: China, India, Taiwan, Korea, Thailand, and the Philippines.
This Bluetooth headset only supports connection to a PC USB port for use with Skype for Business; it does not allow pairing to a mobile device.
Jabra Pro 930 MS Mono (pictured)

Convertible Ear; 1 Earphone

Jabra Pro 930 MS Duo

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Use for PC/MAC, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In

This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business. Recommended for frequent travellers that carry their headset with their laptop. Also suitable for BYOD
Jabra Engage 75 Stereo (pictured)

Over Ear; 2 Earphones

Jabra Engage 75 Mono

Over Ear; 1 Earphone

Use for PC/MAC, Mobile & Desktop phone, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $$$

Features:

  • Wireless (DECT) headset
  • Ringer in the base with volume control via the base unit settings menu
  • Base unit ringtone can be changed via the base unit settings menu
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Bluetooth (Mobile/Tablet)
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Answer/Disconnect button Built In
This headset supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business and a Desktop Phone. It also has Bluetooth capability to connect to a mobile phone.

             USB PHONES / SPEAKERPHONES

USE

WHEN

Jabra Speak 410 MS

Use for PC/MAC, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $

Features:

  • USB headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button
  • Volume button
  • Disconnect button.

This speaker supports connection to a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business. Recommended for frequent travellers that carry their headset with their laptop. Also suitable for BYOD
Plantronics Calisto P-610

Use for PC/MAC & Desktop Phone, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $

Features

  • USB headset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In

This speaker can connect to both a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business as well as a Desktop Phone. Also suitable for BYOD.
Plantronics Calisto P-240

Use for PC/MAC & Desktop Phone, suitable for BYOD devices

COST: $

Features

  • USB handset
  • Skype Certified
  • A3 Certified
  • DTP Certified
  • Mute button Built In
  • Volume button Built In
  • Disconnect button Built In

This USB Phone can connect to both a USB (PC/MAC) port for use with Skype for Business as well as a Desktop Phone. Also suitable for BYOD.

Cost Guide

$ = <$90USD, $$ = $91-$150USD, $$$ = >$150

Note: If using a MAC computer (2016 model or later) a USB-C > USB-A converter may be required, purchased separately

Technical Summary

Plantronics Devices

Jabra Devices

  • HEADSET, WIRELESS, UC, PC ONLY
    • SAVI W410-M
    • SAVI W420-M
    • SAVI W430-M
    • SAVI W440-M
  • HEADSET, WIRELESS, UC, PC + DESKPHONE
    • SAVI W730-M
    • SAVI W740-M
  • HEADSET, WIRED, UC, PC ONLY
    • BLACKWIRE C725-M
  • HEADSET, WIRED, UC, PC + MOBILE
    • BLACKWIRE C5210, USB-A
    • BLACKWIRE C5220, USB-A
    • BLACKWIRE C3215, USB-A
    • BLACKWIRE C3225, USB-A
  • PORTABLE USB SPEAKERPHONE, UC, PC ONLY
    • CALISTO P610-M
  • PORTABLE USB HANDSET, UC, PC ONLY
    • CALISTO P240-M

Tip: Online documentation for Plantronics devices is available at Plantronics Support

  • HEADSET, WIRELESS, UC, PC ONLY
    • Jabra Pro 930 MS Mono
    • Jabra Pro 930 MS Duo
    • Jabra Pro 935 MS Mono (APAC DECT-restricted countries only)
  • HEADSET, WIRELESS, UC, PC + DESKPHONE
    • Jabra Pro 9450 Mono
    • Jabra Pro 9450 Duo
  • HEADSET, WIRED, UC, PC ONLY
    • Jabra UC Voice 750 MS Mono
    • Jabra UC Voice 750 MS Duo
  • HEADSET, WIRED, QD, PC + DESKPHONE
    • Jabra Biz 2300 Mono with Link 860 Switching Unit
    • Jabra Biz 2300 Duo with Link 860 Switching Unit
  • HEADSET, WIRED, UC, PC + MOBILE
    • Jabra Evolve 30 II MS Mono
    • Jabra Evolve 30 II MS Duo
  • PORTABLE USB SPEAKERPHONE, UC, PC ONLY
    • Jabra Speak 410 MS

Tip: Online documentation for Jabra devices is available at Jabra Support based on your headset model.

Note: Bluetooth devices are not approved to use with UBS machines. Use only approved headsets or speaker phones

Setting Up an Audio Device

When participating in any call, always ensure that your chosen and installed device is configured in Settings > Audio Device.

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