Plantronics SoundGuard Technology

Hearing is such an important part of our lives, enriching our interactions with family, our community and the workforce we are a part of.  It’s something we need to protect and never take for granted. Plantronics wants to make sure that the products they bring to you will not only help you with relief from … Continued

5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Your Next Plantronics Headset Purchase

(1) How long have the Plantronics Wireless Headsets been sitting in a warehouse? Plantronics wireless headsets use rechargeable batteries, and getting ‘a deal’ could mean you’re getting a new product, but with old batteries that won’t hold a charge, you will be shorting the valuable talk-time you’re expecting. This causes you wasted time and money, … Continued

Plantronics Headsets: Leading The Way For Home, Small or Large Office Environments

Rarely do manufacturers launch products which are excellent in every aspect.  However, Plantronics headsets have been consistently excellent over the years.  Particularly geared toward the small office/home office (SOHO) or large business environment, Plantronics is one manufacturer who never fails to deliver in quality and integrity. Traditionally, Plantronics headsets have always been innovative in the home … Continued

Plantronics CS55 Wireless Headset Date Codes

The Plantronics CS55 Wireless Headset Date Codes is located on the bottom of the base. You’ll see a sticker that contains the letter B, followed by another letter and string of numbers. The date code consists of the second two characters (the letter and first number, e.g., J8 or I5). For the current versions of … Continued

Plantronics EncorePro HW291N & HW301N Corded Headset Date Codes

The EncorePro HW291N/HW301N date codes will be located on the speaker, under the ear cushion.  If a binaural model, the code will be on the microphone side.  The first number represents the month (01=January, 02=February…).  The two numbers following the dash represent the year (05=2005).  Next is the model of the headset.  An “HW291” represents … Continued

Is the new Plantronics Voyager Edge the best Bluetooth headset to date?

Like most distributors, we received a Voyager Edge from Plantronics to see if real-world testing measures up to what technicians come up with in a lab.  So come along with us as we take a brief tour of Plantronics’ latest offering in Bluetooth headsets. First impressions:  At first we thought: Is this just a retooled … Continued

Why doesn’t my Bluetooth headset pair with my new Smart Phone?

  Customer Question: Why doesn’t my Plantronics Bluetooth headset pair to my new Smart Phone?  It worked fine for years with my older phone. I believe it’s a Discovery 975. Our Expert’s Answer: With Bluetooth technology there are two attributes that need to be considered.  The first is to remember that the newer model cell phones … Continued

Plantronics CS530 vs Plantronics CS540 Headset Comparison Review

  This is a quick product comparison of the Plantronics CS530 Wireless Headset and the Plantronics CS540 Wireless Headset. So first off, let’s take a look at the Plantronics CS530.  This is an over-the-ear model, it weighs 25 grams, it gives you six hours of talk time, and up to 350 feet of distance.  This is … Continued

Can more than one wireless headset be used with the same base/phone?

Customer’s Question: Am I correct in understanding that more than one wireless headset can be used on this base (CS500 Series)?  We have numerous people who back up answering the phone when I’m not here.  I’m trying to decide if they each need a base and wireless headset.  Help! Our Expert’s Answer: If you want … Continued