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Cisco SPA942 - Cisco - IP Phone User Manual

Cisco SPA942 - Cisco - IP Phone
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Cisco SPA and Wireless IP Phone
Cisco SPA525G, SPA922, SPA942, SPA962, and
WIP310
ADMINISTRATION
GUIDE

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Cisco SPA942 - Cisco - IP Phone Specifications

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BrandCisco
ModelSPA942 - Cisco - IP Phone
CategoryIP Phone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Document

Audience

Identifies the intended readers of this administration guide, including Cisco partners and service providers.

Organization

Describes the structure and contents of each chapter within the document.

Read Me First

Provides essential preliminary information and instructions for using the document effectively.

Getting Started

Overview

Introduces Cisco SPA and Wireless-G IP Phones and their general capabilities.

Network Configurations

Discusses various network setups and scenarios for Cisco IP phones.

Prerequisites

Lists essential requirements before administering Cisco IP phones.

Upgrading Firmware

Details the process of updating phone firmware for optimal performance and security.

Using the Web Administration User Interface

Guides users on accessing and navigating the phone's web interface for administration.

Viewing Phone Information

Explains how to check the current status and details of the IP phone.

Configuring Lines and Extensions

Configuring Lines

Covers the setup of phone lines, including shared line appearances and individual line configuration.

Configuring Extensions

Details the process of setting up and managing phone extensions and their parameters.

Customizing Cisco SPA and Wireless IP Phones

Configuring Phone Information and Display Settings

Customizes phone display elements like name, logo, startup screen, and background.

Enabling Call Features

Explains how to activate and configure various call handling features like call waiting and transfer.

Configuring Phone Features

Covers the setup of phone-specific features like message waiting indicators and ring tones.

Enabling SMS Messaging

Guides on configuring the phone to send and receive text messages via SIP.

Enabling the Web Server

Details how to enable and configure the phone's web server for remote administration.

Configuring Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)

Explains how to set up LDAP for directory searches on IP phones.

Configuring BroadSoft Settings (SPA525G)

Covers the configuration of BroadSoft-specific features for the SPA525G.

Configuring Music On Hold

Details how to set up music on hold functionality for IP phones.

Configuring Extension Mobility with a BroadSoft Server

Explains how to enable extension mobility for users with a BroadSoft server.

Configuring SIP, SPCP, and NAT

Session Initiation Protocol and Cisco IP Phones

Provides an overview of SIP and its interaction with Cisco IP phones.

Configuring SIP

Covers general SIP settings, parameters, timer values, and proxy configurations.

Configuring SPCP on the SPA525G

Details the configuration of Smart Phone Control Protocol for the SPA525G.

Network Address Translation (NAT) and Cisco IP Phones

Explains NAT traversal methods and configurations for IP phones.

Configuring Security, Quality, and Network Features

Setting Security Features

Covers essential security configurations like SIP security and SRTP for IP phones.

Ensuring Voice Quality

Discusses factors and settings affecting voice quality, including codecs and bandwidth.

Configuring Voice Codecs

Details the selection and configuration of voice codecs for optimal performance.

Configuring Domain and Internet Settings

Covers DNS, DHCP, static IP, and PPPoE configurations for network connectivity.

Setting Optional Network Parameters

Configures advanced network parameters like syslog, debug servers, and NTP.

Configuring VLAN Settings

Explains how to set up Virtual LANs for IP phone traffic segmentation.

Provisioning Basics

Provisioning Capabilities

Describes the phone's provisioning and remote upgrade features via configuration profiles.

IP Phone Configuration Profiles

Explains how configuration profiles are structured and used for device setup.

Sample Configuration File

Provides an example of a phone configuration file for reference.

Upgrading, Resyncing, and Rebooting Phones

Details procedures for firmware updates, configuration resyncs, and device reboots.

Redundant Provisioning Servers

Discusses the use of multiple provisioning servers for enhanced reliability.

Retail Provisioning

Explains the process of provisioning phones in a retail distribution model.

Automatic In-House Preprovisioning

Describes a method for preprovisioning multiple phone units efficiently.

Configuration Access Control

Covers user and admin privileges, access restrictions, and security settings.

Using HTTPS

Details secure provisioning using HTTPS, server, and client certificates.

Configuring Regional Parameters and Supplementary Services

Advanced Scripting for Cadences, Call Progress Tones, and Ring Tones

Covers custom scripting for defining call progress tones and ring patterns.

Call Progress Tones

Explains the configuration of various call progress tones used by the phone.

Distinctive Ring Patterns

Details how to set up unique ring patterns for different callers.

Control Timer Values (sec)

Configures timing parameters for various call features like call back and reorder tones.

Configuring Supplementary Services (Star Codes)

Explains how to configure star codes for accessing supplementary phone services.

Vertical Service Announcement Codes (SPA 9X2 only)

Covers service announcement codes specific to SPA9X2 phones.

Using a Dial Plan

Explains how to configure dial plans for call routing and digit interpretation.

Outbound Call Codec Selection Codes

Allows selection of codecs for outbound calls to manage voice quality.

Miscellaneous Parameters

Covers various settings including DTMF parameters and localization options.

Configuring the SPA932 Attendant Console

SPA932 Features

Lists the capabilities and specifications of the SPA932 attendant console.

Setting Up the SPA932 Attendant Console

Guides on configuring the SPA932 console with different server types.

Creating an LED Script

LED Script

Explains the syntax and structure of LED scripts for line key status indication.

LED Script Examples

Provides practical examples of different LED script configurations.

LED Pattern

Describes how to specify LED colors and blinking patterns for call states.

SPA and Wireless IP Phone Field Reference

Info Tab

Describes fields related to phone information, status, and system details.

System Tab

Details fields for system configuration, network settings, and connection types.

SIP Tab

Describes fields related to SIP protocol configuration, timers, and RTP parameters.

Regional Tab

Covers fields for regional settings, call progress tones, and service activation codes.

Phone Tab

Details fields for phone-specific settings like display, ring tones, and audio.

Ext Tab

Describes fields for extension-specific configurations like line appearance and SIP settings.

Where to Go From Here

Related Documentation

Provides links to other relevant Cisco documentation for further assistance.

Product Resources

Lists essential Cisco resources for product information, downloads, and support.

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