Polycom SoundStation 2Avaya2490 User Manual

What are the new SoundSation2 models
that replace the SoundStation Premier
®
500D/550D?
Two new models are now available:
SoundStation2 Direct Connect for Nortel
PBXs and SoundStation2 Avaya 2490 for
Avaya DEFINITY PBXs.
These conference phones are the latest
addition to the SoundStation2 family. They
allow customers to connect the
conference phone directly to a digital PBX
line without the need for additional PBX
adapters or for running a special analog
line into the conference room.
Note: The SoundStation2 Direct Connect /
SoundStation2 Avaya can not be
connected to a regular analog telephone
(POTS) line.
What PBXs is the SoundStation2 Avaya
compatible with?
The SoundStation2 Direct Connect works
with Avaya DEFINITY PBX systems.
Are other PBX integrations also
supported?
Other PBX vendors are not supported at
this time.
Is there a difference in audio performance
between the SoundStation2 Avaya and
the regular SoundStation2?
No, you can expect the same great audio
performance which is ideally suited for
medium/small conference rooms and
offices.
Is the SoundStation2 Avaya 2490
equivalent to the SoundStation Premier
500D / 550D for Avaya?
Whereas the PBX connectivity options
are exactly the same, the SoundStation2
offers a number of exciting
enhancements over the SoundStation
Premier 500D/550D models, including a
backlit LCD for productivity enhancing
applications. It also enables new ways of
using your conference phone like
computer calling and mobile phone call
enhancement.
In addition, the user interface of
SoundStation2 Avaya supports seven
different languages: English, German,
French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and
Norwegian.
Can a digital PBX port be shared
between a digital desktop telephone and
a SoundStation2 Avaya?
Yes, after connecting the new
SoundStation2 to the PBX port, simply
plug in a digital telephone into the
marked jack on the new SoundStation2
interface module.
Is the SoundStation2 Avaya available in
both expandable and non-expandable
versions?
No, only a single expandable model is
available i.e. all models can accept
optional extension microphones to
increase the microphone coverage.
Does the SoundStation2 Avaya ship with
extension microphones?
No, extension microphones are an
optional accessory and need to be
purchased separately.
Polycom
®
SoundStation2™ Avaya
®
2490
Frequently Asked Questions

Polycom SoundStation 2Avaya2490 Specifications

General

Type	Conference Phone
Connectivity	Wired
Connectivity Technology	Analog
Microphone Range	10 feet
Speakerphone	Yes
Echo Cancellation	Yes
Noise Reduction	Yes
Display	No
Frequency Response	300 Hz - 3.4 kHz
Power Source	AC adapter

Summary

SoundStation2 Avaya 2490 Product Overview

SoundStation2 Avaya Replacement Models

Identifies the new SoundStation2 Direct Connect and SoundStation2 Avaya 2490 models replacing older SoundStation Premier units.

SoundStation2 Avaya PBX Compatibility

Details compatibility with Avaya DEFINITY PBX systems and states other PBX vendors are not supported.

SoundStation2 Avaya Audio Performance

Confirms the SoundStation2 Avaya offers the same audio performance as the regular SoundStation2.

SoundStation2 Avaya vs. SoundStation Premier

Compares SoundStation2 Avaya to Premier 500D/550D, highlighting enhancements like a backlit LCD and new usage capabilities.

Digital PBX Port Sharing with SoundStation2 Avaya

Explains how a digital PBX port can be shared between a desktop phone and the SoundStation2 Avaya.

SoundStation2 Avaya Expandability

Clarifies that only an expandable model is available, supporting optional extension microphones.

SoundStation2 Avaya Extension Microphones

States that extension microphones are optional accessories and not included in the standard package.

SoundStation2 Avaya 2490 Features and Usage

SoundStation2 Avaya Warranty Information

Provides warranty details, stating a standard 12 months with extended options available.

SoundStation2 Avaya Auxiliary Audio Port

Confirms the presence of an auxiliary audio port for external inputs/outputs, configurable for various devices.

Polycom Audio Accessories

Confirms Polycom sells auxiliary audio accessories, including a wireless lapel microphone.

Connecting SoundStation2 Avaya to Speaker Systems

Discusses using the 'Line-out' mode to drive external speakers or PA systems with caution.

SoundStation2 Extension Microphone Compatibility

States that only SoundStation2 extension microphones are compatible with SoundStation2 Avaya.

SoundStation2 Avaya Sales and Certification

Confirms all Polycom channels can sell the product and no specific certification is required.

SoundStation2 Avaya 2490 Pricing

States the list price for the SoundStation2 Avaya 2490 is $1049.

SoundStation2 Avaya International Availability

Indicates availability in North America and selected EMEA countries, similar to previous models.