The following steps will quickly and easily have your Plantronics CS540 wireless headset set up and installed for operation:

1) Connect the Headset Interface Cable to the back of the Plantronics Cs540 Base.

2) Unplug your handset cord and insert into the plug located in the middle of the Headset Interface Cable.

3) Connect the remaining end of the Headset Interface Cable to the open handset port on your desk phone.

That completes the setup and installation of your Plantronics CS540 wireless headset to a standard office desk phone.

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Wouldn’t it be nice if all computer and electronic devices were on an even playing field.  That no computer would be looked down on (perhaps because he may have a little age on him) but be on the same level as its peers, actually communicate peer-to-peer.  Peer-to-Peer devices…what are we talking about here with regards to today’s communication technology?

You could say that peer-to-peer networking is the approach wherein all computers share the same responsibility for processing data.  This networking (also known as peer networking) differs from the current client-server networking, where certain devices have the responsibility for providing or “serving” data while other devices consume or act as “clients” of those devices.

Computers in a peer-to-peer network use the same protocols and software.  Peer networks are oftentimes situated physically near to each other, most typically in homes, small businesses or schools. Some peer networks, however, use the Internet and can be located anywhere in the world.  Hybrid peer-to-peer (and client-server) devices are home networks that utilize broadband routers that provide centralized Internet connection sharing.   File, printer, and other resource sharing is managed directly between the local computers within the network.

What are some of the benefits of peer-to-peer communication devices?  First, you can configure computers in peer-to- peer workgroups to allow sharing of files, printers, and other resources throughout all the devices in the workgroup.  Also, peer networks allow data to be shared easily in both directions, whether you want to download it to your computer or upload it from your computer to another.  On the internet, peer-to-peer networks can handle a very high volume of file sharing traffic by distributing the load across many computers.  Since they do not rely exclusively on central servers, peer networks scale better and are more flexible than client-server networks in case of failures or bottlenecks when sharing information.

Since so much peer-to-peer networking involves computers, you’re probably wondering what computer headsets there are that can be used to make your work easier.  Plantronics, backed by over 50 years of headset innovation, offers an excellent selection of quality headsets to fit all your computing needs.  Check them out at Headsets Direct or call their headset experts at 800-914-7996 to see how headsets can make your peer-to-peer communication so much easier.

The Plantronics CS540 battery (part # 86180-01) will initially provide 6-7 hours of continuous talk time.  From normal usage, the battery charge time will diminish after years of use.  It’s a good idea to replace your battery every year or two or when you notice a significant decrease in talk time.  Replacing the battery will maximize your talk time with your CS540 and only takes a few minutes.

1) Slide the battery cover down and away from the speaker.  This will remove the battery cover.

2) With your thumb and index finger, pull the battery out from the plastic tabs located on each side of the battery.

3) Now grasp the white battery connector and pull away from the CS540 headset.

4) Next reverse the previous steps to install your replacement battery.

When finished with installation, place your CS540 headset back into the docking cradle to charge.  After a few hours your CS540 headset will be fully charged and ready for use.

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You get in your car on a cold snowy morning, turn the key to start the engine and…the battery is dead!  You’re at your daughter’s wedding reach for the camera to take those special pictures and…the battery is dead!  You grab your headset to answer the phone and close that big million dollar deal when…the battery is dead!  No doubt your response to all three scenarios is the same…why now!?! (Sorry, but we can’t print what you really want to say).

Yes, a healthy fully-charged and long-lasting battery is essential in so many situations.  At Plantronics that need has not fallen on deaf ears.  Ever since they entered the field of wireless communication, Plantronics has strived to provide a battery to meet the demands of the busy professional on the go.  Their first attempts were fairly large and cumbersome external batteries (oh, how they would always catch on things and fall off at that critical juncture in a conversation) but they were not deterred.  As technology advanced so did Plantronics’ efforts to come up with a compact unobtrusive battery that would provide the maximum talk time customers needed for their headsets.  What they came up with was the 64399-01 lithium-ion battery, a battery for all reasons when it comes to Plantronics wireless headsets.  Easy to disconnect and connect, the 64399-01 battery, along with the Plantronics’ low-battery early warning system, won’t leave you silent in the middle of that important call.

Call Headsets Direct today (800-914-7996) to order your spare 64399-01 battery and ask them about the latest in wireless technology.

The CS540 wireless headset is compatible with most business telephones due to its technologically advanced compatibility side switch.  The CS540 compatibility slide switch is easily changeable to allow operation with your particular phone.

After you have your CS540 wireless headset plugged in and charged, its time to make your first call.  Remove the handset from your phone and press the call button on the side of your headset.  Hopefully you hear a dial tone and you’re ready to dial your number.  If not, you need to change your CS540 compatibility setting switch.

The CS540 compatibility slide switch is located on the bottom side of the CS540 base labeled A-G.  The default setting is A and works on most phones, but if you don’t hear a dial tone, slide to the next letter until you hear a dial tone.  Once you hear a dial tone, make your first call and continue adjusting your speaker and microphone settings.

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The Plantronics CS540 offers two adjustments for your speaker volume.  Adjusting your handset speaker volume will also affect your CS540 speaker volume, if plugged into the handset port on your telephone.  The following will help you understand the different settings for your CS540 speaker volume control.

The first adjustment to become familiar with is on the underneath side of your Plantronics CS540 base.   In the upper left you will see a dial with a small speaker emblem and numbers from 1 to 4; this is the major speaker adjustment for your CS540.  1 is the lowest volume setting and 4 is the loudest setting.  Start with 1 and make a test call to someone you know.  If you’re having trouble hearing, turn to the next higher number.  You will feel the dial slide into the next number, and a faint click will be heard when properly lined up.  When you can comfortably hear your caller, you’re finished with the major adjustment.

As you take calls with the Plantronics CS540, you will occasionally find a caller to be louder or quieter than normal.  On the back of your CS540 headset, you will find the speaker minor, or fine tune, adjustment.  Pushing up increases your volume and pushing down decreases your volume.  You will hear a beep with each push as you adjust your volume until you hear a double beep indicating the end of the range.

Should you find your CS540 headset has an echo sound, or the sound is distorted or even squeals, it’s a sign that your speaker amplification is too high, and your volume source needs to be redirected.  Redirecting the volume source from your phone to your headset means you’re changing which component is doing most of the work, your headset or your phone.  If your headset is plugged into your telephone’s handset port, it  means your phone’s volume up/down controls are actively being used.  Try turning your phone’s volume completely down and adjust your CS540 base speaker setting to a comfortable level.  If you try this and the sound quality is still poor or distorted, try the opposite; turn the headset base speaker setting to 1 and turn your telephone handset volume up to a comfortable level.

Spending a few minutes balancing your telephone and CS540 base speaker adjustments, you will find a setting that’s comfortable in volume and crystal clear in clarity.

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Do you need to make the transition from communicating on your telephone to your PC but just not quite comfortable using a headset yet? The Plantronics Calisto 240 USB Handset offers you the convenience of using a familiar handset design while making calls from your PC. The Calisto 240 is optimized for Microsoft Lync 2010 and Microsoft OCS 2007 and has full call control when used with this software.

The Calisto P240 handset is a slim line design that will fit nicely in your hand. It is smaller than most cordless phone handsets, but larger than most mobile phones. You can add a desktop stand that provides storage options for in-office use. The handset has  controls at your fingertips; like an on/off button , mute control, 12-key dial pad, speaker phone,  LCD screen for easy call ID viewing and menu navigation, just to mention a few.

The Calisto P240 handset has excellent audio quality using wideband and a noise-canceling microphone that offers the best PC audio available. SoundGuard provides protection against audio spikes.  With its built-in duplex personal speakerphone it offers a high quality audio experience and hands-free convenience.

The USB cord is simply a plug and play for easy use. The handset is powered by a USB connection and does not require batteries to operate. The handset comes with its own protective carrying case, and with its slim portable design, it will easily fit into a laptop bag for the times you need to be on the go.

Give us a call if you need additional information at 800-914-7996.

	1) 66268-03 - Direct Cable (66268-03) - The A10 direct connect cable is an economical way to connect H series headsets  to certain telephones that have an RJ9 headset jack, such as Nortel, Mitel and NEC.  Please contact our sales team at 800-914-7996 to determine if your phone can use one.
	2) 26716-01 Amplifier/Cisco Direct Cable - This cable from Plantronics is designed to fit almost all Cisco phones.  If you have used the compatibility guide, you have seen this is the most common cord used with Cisco phones. These cords are plugged into the headset jack on the phone and then plugged into any of the “H” series headsets. You must have something between the phone and the headset; consider this the conductor telling the telephone and headset how to work together.
	3) M22 Amplifier - When you use an amplifier with your telephone, you have just opened a new world for using corded headsets. The M22 is one of the newest amplifiers that is made by Plantronics. The amplifier has phone compatibility on the side of the box; the number 5 is the most common usage. You can also adjust the little circle on the side. The most common mistakes made with the M22, are putting the batteries in incorrectly, not turning the volume up, and plugging into a headset jack.
	4) 17590-03 - When you have broken your headband, and the microphone is still good, you can purchase this headband. It will work with the H51 or theH51N. Will not work with the newer models of headsets beginning with HW.
	5) 15729-05 - These ear cushions are great to have on hand when you run a call center; replacement is sometimes necessary for sanitary reasons. These match up with several different corded headsets.  Compatible with: H51, H51N, H61, H61N, H91, H91N, H101, H101N, SP04, SP05, PLX400, PLX500.

Replacing your Plantronics headset accessories is a great way to keep your headset performing at its best. When ear cushions tear, your voice tube gets clogged, or your wireless battery life isn’t what it use to be is the time to make your headset like new again.

	1) HW251- The HW251 Supra Plus headset is the workhorse of the industry. If you are just starting up your own call center, this may be what you are looking for. This headset is convenient and will work with most phones using the correct cable or amplifier.
	2) HW251N - The SupraPlus HW251N Wideband headset helps overcome the challenges posed by traditional technology, delivering heightened speech clarity and life-like fidelity. Users will experience greater satisfaction through enhanced intelligibility and reduced miscommunication.
	3) HW261N - The SupraPlus Headset has a noise-canceling microphone for use in a loud environment. With the HW261N binaural ear headset, you can concentrate on the caller and not on what is going on around you. Premium audio quality for office and contact center professionals, with wideband Audio for natural sound. The highest level of performance for wideband VoIP communication.
	4) HW261- This SupraPlus headset HW261 continues to set the standard for durable, lightweight, binaural headsets for contact centers and office professionals. Expanding on the classic style with new features, enhanced stability, and updated styling, the Plantronics HW261 SupraPlus headset delivers a new level of all-day comfort and reliability.
	5) H41 - The H41 is a discreet headset offing an over-the-ear design with a sleek, sculpted shape. There is no head band to give you a headache by the end of the day. Furthermore, the entire H41 headset weighs less than 3/4 of an ounce, so you hardly know you’re wearing it. Just imagine a receiver that rests gently against your ear, swivels at a touch, yet consistently provides exceptional sound quality. The Mirage H41 offers all of these attributes and more!

If you’re deciding between corded models of headsets, it never hurts to see what the best 5 corded headsets from Plantronics are, because chances are other customers have purchased corded headsets and found what they liked and continue to purchase them. With the models listed above, they’re all top of the line business grade/professional grade corded headsets made by Plantronics that are durable, comfortable and built to last. Choosing any will increase your productivity by allowing you to be hands free while talking on the phone. Once you try a corded headset, you will find it hard to be without.

	1) CS540 - The CS540 Wireless headset is new to the block, replacing the CS55. The CS540 has newer technology and a lighter weight than the CS55 at only 21 grams. Used either over your head or over your ear, this headset is sleek and stylish. Up to 350 feet of range to roam your office and improve productivity. Speaker volume & mute controls are at your finger tips allowing adjustments remotely. An adaptive power system optimizes the CS540 for the perfect balance between range and talk time.  A Voice-dedicated DECT technology in the CS540 eliminates Wi-Fi interference. Advanced wideband audio using CAT-iq technology enables clearer conversations, where you can conference up to three additional CS headsets to have co-workers join calls quickly and easily.
	2) CS55 - This headset continues to lead the pack when walking out the door. Even though it has been announced end of life, there are still plenty to ship with warranty included. Available in convertible over-the-ear, over-the-head or behind-the-head styles, the CS55 lets employees go where office work takes them up to 300 feet from their desks for 10 hours of unencumbered talk time. As the first headset in the U.S. to implement 1.9GHz voice-dedicated wireless technology, the CS55 delivers uncompromised audio quality and ensures minimal interference from other office wireless systems.
	3) CS70N - The CS70N gives you the best of the best in one professional wireless headset; premium audio performance, and sleek, comfortable styling. Featuring a top-of-the-line, noise-canceling microphone for clear speech even in loud environments. The CS70N wireless headset is perfect for a variety of users and businesses. A stylized, lightweight behind-the-ear design is not only discreet, it is comfortable enough to be worn all day.
	4) W740 - With three different styles of wearing and a replaceable battery, what more could you ask for? Oh you want one that will work with your computer, land line, and cell phone? You have found it in the W740 Wireless headset from Plantronics. Optimized for Unified Communications, the system automatically updates your status to “busy” on PC, mobile, and desk phone calls so colleagues can see your availability. You don’t have to worry about missing a call again.
	5) CS55/HL10 - This headset comes with a lifter so that you can conduct business calls in hands-free, digitally-enhanced audio with the CS55/HL10 combo. Available in convertible over-the-ear, over-the-head or behind-the-head styles, the CS55/HL10 lets employees go where office work takes them, up to 300 feet from their desks for 10 hours of unencumbered talk time. As the first headset in the U.S. to implement 1.9GHz voice-dedicated wireless technology, the CS55/HL10 combo delivers uncompromised audio quality and ensures minimal interference from other office wireless systems.

If you’re deciding between models, it never hurts to see what the best 5 wireless headsets from Plantronics  are, because chances are other customers have purchased headsets and found what they liked and continue to purchase them. With the models listed above, they’re all top of the line business grade/professional grade wireless headsets made by Plantronics that are durable, comfortable and built to last. Choosing any will increase your productivity by allowing you to roam your office while continuing to talk on the phone. Once you try a wireless headset, you will find it hard to be without.

	1) Voyager Pro HD - With all the latest technology built into this model, you can’t miss having the best conversation on a Bluetooth headset you’ve ever had.  It even answers your calls by simply putting it on.
	2) Explorer 390 - Noise, wind and echo reduction, easy to set up, a battery status light, light weight, stylish … the list is too long to mention all the features of this nifty little Bluetooth headset, and at a very affordable price to boot!  Check out the Explorer 390 at Headsets Direct and see all that it has to offer.
	3) M1100 - Take the time to savor the benefits of the M1100, one of the latest Bluetooth headsets from Plantronics.  You can stream music, podcasts, GPS and other audio applications from A2DP-enabled phones, and use your voice to answer an incoming call by simply saying “Answer”, or use the dedicated voice button for a host of convenient commands.
	4) Explorer 395 - It’s your Explorer 390 with style.  The Explorer 395 is an attractively-styled, universally-compatible headset that’s extremely easy to use.  It features separate buttons for volume, power on/off, and call answer/end so going hands free is as simple as pushing a button
	5) BackBeat 903 - Whether you’re at the gym, riding your bike or just strolling down the garden path, the BackBeat 903 delivers when it comes to sound and clarity.  Stereo from a headset never sounded so good.

If you’re deciding between models, it never hurts to see what the best 5 wireless headsets from Plantronics  are, because chances are other customers have purchased headsets and found what they liked and continue to purchase them. With the models listed above, they’re all top of the line business grade/professional grade wireless headsets made by Plantronics that are durable, comfortable and built to last. Choosing any will increase your productivity by allowing you to roam your office while continuing to talk on the phone. Once you try a wireless headset, you will find it hard to be without.