What is an EHS port?

An Electronic Hook Switch (EHS) is a cable solution that connects a wireless headset base and a desk phone. An EHS enables call control functionality directly on the headset, eliminating the need for a mechanical handset lifter.

What is EHS on phone?

Do you need a handset lifter?

Plantronics & GN Netcom Handset Lifters are optional accessory for the cordless and wireless headsets. Wireless & Cordless Headsets work independently without the lifter; however, the Lifter offers you the advantage of answering and ending calls remotely away from your desk.

What is an advantage of electronic hook switch adapters?

An EHS enables call control functionality directly on the headset, eliminating the need for a mechanical handset lifter. Different phone manufacturers use different cables and EHS protocols, as there is no single standard for an EHS.

What is an EHS connection?

What is EHS compatible headset?

An EHS (Electronic Hook Switch) cable is a solution that connects a DECT wireless headset base and a desk phone. The EHS cable enables remote answer and end call function from the headset. Jabra, Poly, EPOS, and JPL have a wide range of wireless headsets and EHS cables to support multiple desk phone brands and models.

What is the purpose of a handset lifter?

An automatic handset lifter is a electronic device that gives you the ability to answer your telephone call away from your phone.

Why do you need a handset lifter?

Handset Lifters allow you to be accessible even when away from your desk, and as a result, help to be more readily available to your customers, not to mention reducing or eliminating the need to retrieve voice messages and return phone calls.

How does an EHS cable work?

It uses adhesive tape to stick to the side of your phone, and it works on most telephones, even very basic phones. When you push a button on the headset, it lifts a flap, and that flap lifts your handset up, and it simulates you taking a call. You need either a handset lifter or an EHS cable, you don’t need both.