Cisco 6871 User Manual

You are prompted to set up your headset when you connect it to the phone. If you ignore the headset setup
prompt, you can also access it from Applications > Status > Accessories.
The settings are stored in the inline USB controller, the USB adapter, or the headset base, varying from headset
models. A factory reset on the phone does not affect the headset settings.
Note
Adjust Your Headset Bass and Treble
You can customize your headset by adjusting the bass and treble. If you prefer a headset with more bass, tune
it toward the warmer setting. If you prefer more treble, tune it toward the brighter setting.
Procedure
Step 1 Press Applications .
Step 2 Select Status.
Step 3 Select Accessories.
Step 4 Navigate to Setup > Speaker > Tuning.
Step 5 Press the Navigation cluster, left or right, to adjust the tuning.
Step 6 Press Save to apply and retain your setting.
Adjust Your Headset Microphone Volume
Microphone volume is also known as gain. You can adjust the gain level when you are on a call with various
loud and soft voices. This setting equalizes the voices that you hear in the earpiece by making the loud voices
softer, and the quiet voices louder.
Procedure
Step 1 Press Applications .
Step 2 Select Status.
Step 3 Select Accessories.
Step 4 Navigate to Setup > Microphone > Gain.
Step 5 Press the Navigation cluster, left or right, to adjust the gain.
Step 6 Press Save to apply and retain your setting.
Adjust your headset speaker feedback
Feedback, also called sidetone, is the term for hearing your own voice in your headset. You can adjust the
sidetone level or turn it off if you find it distracting to hear your own voice during a call.
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Adjust Your Headset Bass and Treble

Cisco 6871 Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	6871
Category	IP Phone
Language	English