Cloud connectivity and virtual mobility provider ADTRAN Inc. has expanded its line of IP phones to include six new models. These new models are designed for deployment in hosted- or premises-based SMB communications networks.
The expanded line of ADTRAN IP phones are aimed at SMBs facing a range of deployment scenarios. In a hosted environment, service providers can leverage ADTRAN’s gateway solutions, which can now be coupled with a broader selection of standards-based phones. In a premises-based deployment, SMBs can leverage NetVanta UC solutions along with the breadth of ADTRAN endpoints to achieve simplified installation and single vendor pre-and post-sales support.
“ADTRAN’s unified communications product line has enabled customers to achieve enhanced efficiency and convenience within their business communications systems,” says Chris Thompson, ADTRAN’s senior product manager. “Our expanded line of IP Phones gives our hosted and premises-based UC customers even greater flexibility and options, all from a single point-of-contact.”
Thompson adds, “The new selection of IP phones and deployment scenarios offers our customers more options, features and applications that will allow their business to achieve a more complete UC experience and their employees to achieve a greater level of productivity.”
The new line of ADTRAN IP Phones offers a wide range of traditional and advanced enterprise-grade features, including high-resolution multi-touch displays, USB ports, Bluetooth, xHTML microbrowser, and a full duplex hands-free speakerphone that employs legendary Acoustic Clarity Technology. Each new phone model also includes built-in IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuitry and a dual-port Ethernet switch to enable flexible deployment and savings on cabling expenses.
Powered by Polycom, each of the new IP Phone models brings unique features and benefits to
ADTRAN’s complete line of business communication solutions. For example:
- ADTRAN VVX 600 – This is a powerful, yet intuitive, expandable office phone that. The intuitive gesture-based, multi-touch user interface provides easy navigation and requires minimal training. The Executive Business Media phone features an ergonomic design, HD Voice quality and a large, high-resolution color, multi-touch screen. An optional USB camera creates a true high definition, yet cost-effective, desktop video conferencing solution in seconds.
- ADTRAN VVX 500 – This is a multi-touch, gesture-based 320×240 color display and capacity for 24 simultaneous calls and 12 lines to make navigation and call management simple. The phone also offers applications like Microsoft Exchange calendar, contact, and meeting reminder integration. Additionally, the VVX 500 supports video with an optional USB camera for video conferences and enables users to upload personalized screensavers and digital photos.
- ADTRAN IP 650 – This models provides scalability and simplicity with the ability to support 24 simultaneous calls over six lines. Each IP 650 can be equipped with up to three expansion modules, each with 14 additional lines. The phone’s integrated HD Voice clarity and 320×160 display improves productivity of telephone attendants by enabling crystal clear voice and granular call monitoring.
- ADTRAN IP 550 – This phone incorporates HD Voice technology for high-fidelity, faithful voice reproduction and unprecedented life-like richness and clarity to meet the needs of the most demanding professionals and remote workers. It makes achieving greater capacity simpler with the capability to support 24 simultaneous calls over four lines, with a 320×160 backlit display and Web-based applications.
- ADTRAN IP 335 – This product employs HD Voice technology for over twice the voice clarity of standard phones, and the 102×33 pixel GUI display also includes a backlit screen. The phone’s enhanced clarity and productivity is an ideal balance for cubicle workers’ shared environments and/or the high call frequency experienced by call center operators.
- ADTRAN IP 321 – This product includes a 102×33 pixel graphical user interface display and has capacity for eight simultaneous calls over two lines, designed to make call management easier for SMBs.
ADTRAN’s new IP phones will be available in December 2012.
