Siemens Gigaset Digital Cordless Phone with Hybrid IP/Landline Calling
Feb.12, 2010 in
Northern Colorado VoIP Products
- Multi-line functionality for up to 6 handsets and 6 accounts from different providers
- Online net directory and Yellow Page search
- HDSP ringer melody output via handsfree speakerphone
- Programmable up to 150 numbers and names
- Up to 3 calls in parallel: 2 Internet calls and 1 fixed-line call with multiple handsets
Product Description
The Gigaset A580 IP offers hybrid calling capability; traditional land line as well as voice over IP , at a price level typically reserverd for standard VoIP phones. The ease of set-up and operation without a companion PO, saves both time and energy. The A580 IP is able to support multiple simulaneous calls (traditional, IP, intercom) VoIP accounts and room monitoring – in addition to the range, sound quality, security and enhanced battery life of DECT 6.0 phones. The A580IP provides the perfect oppurtunity to begin accessing a wealth of internet data with the simplicity of making a phone call…. More >>
Siemens Gigaset Digital Cordless Phone with Hybrid IP/Landline Calling
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February 12th, 2010 at 8:29 am
It has an ATA included, that means you can setup up to 6 voip providers in it, plus your regular landline.
Its a nice device for the price of only 1 device (ATA) que quality is awesome and works pretty good.I recommend to anyone looking for an unlocked cordless phone/ATA.
Rating: 5 / 5
February 12th, 2010 at 9:17 am
This is a nice product. There basically aren’t any other proper cordless VoIP (ie. SIP) phones out there for a reasonable price, just the enterprise-y stuff. As an added bonus, this one uses DECT, so you should be able to just add handsets at will.
I’ve had it for a while now and haven’t had any problems with it whatsoever. It does what it says on the tin, and while it’s clearly a consumer-oriented device and I’d like to see more functionality, it’s been great.
Pros:
- Proper SIP support, connected easily to my PBX
- Each handset (up to 6 I believe) can be associated with a separate SIP account
- Battery life is good, but not great. Lasts about a week on standby with occasional use, my non-DECT Panasonic from a couple years ago can do almost twice that.
- POTS connection can ring through to the handset and be used for emergency outgoing, or all outgoing calls. Useful if you have an Enterphone system, for example, or if you use VoIP for free calling to other VoIP users but not PSTN calls.
Cons:
- Handset build quality doesn’t feel very good. Seems sturdy enough, but the switches just have a poor feeling to them.
- I can’t figure out how to control the volume in-call, if it’s even possible
- Web interface is quite slow
Rating: 4 / 5
February 12th, 2010 at 11:52 am
Generally it worked as described. Setup was easy. However, I had a problem with sending DTMF signals on the VOIP line – it was working only intermittently. I was dialing into a system that had a voice prompt menu. I could not get this working even with help from Siemens customer support (who seemed quite knowledgeable). Also, the voice quality was not as good as the Linksys SPA3102 which I replaced this with.
Rating: 3 / 5
February 12th, 2010 at 12:12 pm
First, I will say that the sound on this is truly stellar – really clear. We are still exploring features and haven’t even tried the VOIP feature yet – so I can’t comment on that – but I do have a few other comments about general use.
a) I will echo a previous poster’s comment, that it’s truly insane that there is no headset jack on this phone! The speakerphone has great sound quality, but there are times that I don’t want to be on speakerphone but can’t be holding the phone to my ear either. I can’t believe they don’t have a headset jack.
b) There isn’t a “page” button to find the handset if you’ve misplaced it, which all my other cordless phones have had. That’s a really useful and sadly overlooked feature here.
I may post updates as we learn more.
Rating: 4 / 5
February 12th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
I am reasonably technical and run a VOIP PBX for our small business with several different providers, IP Phones and gateways. This seemed like a nice addition where cordless IP phones are needed. I have almost returned this several times because of the UI and contact import issues, however I am keeping it in hope of an updated firmware release.
Pros -
Good voice quality
Register multiple VOIP Providers
Price is right for an expandable VOIP based ATA and handset
Cons -
Handset Interface and Features are a mess to use – Siemens could learn something from other cordless handset manufactures
Vcard contact import is a nightmare
Can’t seem to remove internal Gigaset setting/provider
Web interface is acceptable If you do the upgrade… if not it is so slow you can’ use it.
No Headset Jack (are you kidding me?)
I want to like it… but not quite prime time.
Rating: 3 / 5