Following recent interoperability testing, it has today been announced that VTech IP phone models have now been added to Xorcom’s Endpoint Manager, an auto-provisioning tool in their Complete PBX IP-PBX systems. The tool allows automatic provisioning and hassle-free management of VTech IP phones within the PBX interface.
| VSP715A | VSP725A |
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| VSP735A | VSP600A |
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For more information on the VTech IP range, please see our VTech information page.
After successful completion of functionality and usability testing, the entire range of Snom IP telephones has been certified for full interoperability with the FreePBX platform. This certification means the FreePBX Project engineering and development teams have tested Snom endpoints for functionality and usability within the FreePBX platform and EndPoint Manager.
Frederic Dickey, Sangoma Technologies VP of Marketing, stated: “FreePBX is all about freedom of choice for business communications systems. The addition of Snom’s phones to the list of supported endpoints in the EndPoint Manager module confirms our approach to the market. EndPoint Manager enables easy provisioning and management of supported endpoints directly from within the FreePBX Administrative GUI, saving a great deal of time in the implementation of systems.”
About FreePBX
FreePBX is an open source Asterisk® based PBX which can be managed and configured via a web browser. FreePBX can be installed manually or as part of the pre-configured Sangoma FreePBX Appliances that includes the system OS.
FreePBX Press Release:
https://www.freepbx.org/snom-endpoints-certified-for-freepbx/
Snom Press Release:
https://www.snom.com/press/snom-ip-telephones-certified-full-interoperability/
Back in June 2015 we launched the Panasonic KX-TGP600 DECT phone system. Replacing the popular KX-TGP500, this new DECT base and handset expands on the great features of its predecessor and offers a host of additional benefits.
| KX-TGP500 | KX-TGP600 |
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| Support for up to 6 handsets | Support for up to 8 handsets |
| Register up to 8 SIP accounts | Register up to 8 SIP accounts |
| Up to 3 simultaneous calls | Up to 8 simultaneous calls |
| 100 contacts phone book memory | 500 contacts phone book memory |
| Compatible with up to 2 KX-A405 DECT Repeaters | Compatible with up to 6 KX-A406 DECT Repeaters |
Presenting the same features as the KX-TGP500, the KX-TGP600 offers a more powerful solution and with the additional option to use the KX-TPA65 DECT desk phone users can enjoy the full features of a desk phone without the presence of a wired LAN. The KX-TGP600 offers the ideal solution for both business and home use.
Pricing and stock information is available on our reseller portal, ProSys. If you do not have access to ProSys and would like to register for an account, please complete our ProSys account request form.
Snom has launched an industry changing platform called Snom.io that enables developers to create fully integrated applications for Snom’s io ready IP telephones. This allows the IP telephone to host personal, business, video, IoT, vertical and PBX applications.
Nadahl Shocair, Group CEO of Snom Technology AG explains “It will enable businesses to utilise more sophisticated and specific functions for their people, allowing them to configure their desktop telephones around the way they work. This delivers efficiency, cost reduction and increased employee performance and, therefore, empowering and improving the way people work and interact with the world around them.”
Types of applications you can make with Snom io:
Watch Snom io showcase for some examples of what is possible:
Developers can register to download development instructions on snom.io website. Developed applications can be shared to the entire Snom community.
For more information, visit snom.io
Gigaset R630H End of Life Notice
We have received notification from Gigaset that the R630H is now an end of life product. We are due to receive our last shipment of this model this week and expect stock to last until the end of May / beginning of June. We will keep you updated with our expected end of life date as stock clears.
The R630H will be replaced by the R650H which will be very similar to its predecessor, but will also include the following additional features:
We will send out further information when stock arrives.
If you would like to speak to a member of the ProVu Sales Team, you can call: 01484 840048 or email: contact@provu.co.uk.
As of April 2016 BT Openreach have changed their FTTC installation process. This has meant they no longer supply or install their modem for FTTC connections. Service providers now need to supply VDSL2 modems that connect to the BT phone socket.
Due to popular demand we have added two Technicolor routers to our portfolio that have BT Wholesale approval.
These are the TG588v v2 and the TG589vac. Both routers support ADSL2+, VDSL and are ideal for Fibre to the Cabinet scenarios. The TG589vac also features IEEE 802.11ac wireless standard for the 5 GHz band, enabling even higher throughput and better Wi-Fi coverage.
The TG589vac also features a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet WAN port and 4 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Ports where as the TG588v v2 features 4 Fast Ethernet LAN Ports.
Find out more information: Technicolor TG588v v2
Find out more information: Technicolor TG589vac
We offer a router set-up service for our resellers. For a small charge we can pre-provision either generic or customer specific settings to your routers prior to despatch. This enables fast and smooth installation at your customer’s site.
Find out more information about BT Openreach CPE Enablement.
Gigaset DE Series End of Life Notice
We have been given an end of life notice from Gigaset for their DE IP desk phone series. We are running low on stock of the DE310, DE410, DE700 and DE900 IP models. When we do run out of our current stock there will be no further supplies available. Current stock levels can be seen on ProSys.
If you have any queries or would like to discuss how these changes may effect any projects you are working on, please call the sales team on: 01484 840048 or you can email: contact@provu.co.uk.
Throughout April we will be offering our resellers a 10% discount on the following 2N Helios IP Vario intercoms with camera:
In addition to this there is a 25% discount on the following accessories:
This promotion is available to all ProVu registered trade resellers. If you are an ITSP, telecoms reseller or security installer and would like to become a ProVu reseller please fill out our new reseller form.
To take advantage of this great offer, simply contact a member of our sales team who will apply the discount to your order. Standard pricing is available on our reseller portal, ProSys. If you do not have access to ProSys or have forgotten your login details, please complete our ProSys registration form.
You will already be aware of the large range of models available of 2N’s IP Force intercom.
2N have decided to simplify their range slightly by adding a HD camera and phasing out the 1-Watt speakers in favour of more powerful and easily audible 10-Watt speakers.
This means that a few ordering codes have gone, or will be going, end-of-life, to be replaced by the newer codes.
| Old Model | New Model |
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| 9151102RW | |
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| 9151104W | |
| 9151104CHW |
If you have already been ordering these new part codes, then nothing will change, however the 10-Watt speaker models have been running in tandem with the older models for a while, resulting in 10-Watt speaker models with non-HD cameras, 9151101CW for example, also going end of life.
We had some larger projects after this post was originally published where we were still able to get hold of the older models from 2N, however as of 31st December 2016 this is no longer possible – only the ones left in stock are available.
Please see our IP Force model selector to view current models.
Eartec have recently developed a new range of premium headsets, which are available from ProVu. Eartec is fast becoming the popular choice for headsets and since its launch we’ve had a very positive response and experienced an extremely low return rate.
The new Eartec 700 Pro Series offers users a slick, yet robust design. And with in-built, two tier noise cancelling technology, it gives an enhanced user experience, even in noisy and busy working environments. We believe these new headsets will be a great addition for users wanting more from their headset but at an affordable price point.
Meet the new Eartec 700 Pro Series
Choosing the right headset
Take a look at our headset selector helping you to choose the ideal headset for your customers based on their requirements and personal preferences. You can also view our compatibility chart to see what headsets are compatible with your IP phone plus advice on what cables and adaptors are required.
Please see ProSys for pricing and stock information. If you do not have a reseller account and would like to register, please complete our reseller account form.
