Using a USB Handset

You should assign a USB handset to handset mode. This configuration allows Cisco IP Communicator to recognize if the handset is on-hook or off- hook, enabling you to end a call by hanging up the USB handset, for example. For more information about this assignment, see How to Assign Audio Modes.

If you want to...

Then...

Place or end a call with the handset

Enable or disable the USB handset. Many handsets have a hook-switch or on/off button. Lift or enable the handset to take it off-hook.

You can use a USB handset with all of the controls on Cisco IP Communicator, including the Volume button and the Mute button.

Switch to the handset during a call

Lift (or otherwise enable) the handset.

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