The Avaya J179 IP Phone caters to the needs of executive users, such as managers and sales professionals, offering a high-performance, SIP-based multiline IP phone experience. Ideal for those handling incoming calls, transferring customers to various departments, and monitoring multiple line appearances throughout the day, the J179 utilizes your IP network to deliver advanced voice communications with top-notch audio quality and enhanced security features.
Key features of the Avaya J179 IP Phone include a 3.5-inch color display with a resolution of 320x240 pixels, support for up to eight call appearances, and programmable feature buttons with dual LEDs for line/call status. The phone also supports button module expansion, allowing for additional programmable buttons through modules like the Avaya JBM24 and JEM24. Fixed feature buttons for phone, messages, contacts, history, home, headset, speaker, volume, and mute are included, along with contextual soft keys and navigation keys.
Connectivity options encompass dual Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, Bluetooth compatibility (with an optional module), and optional WiFi support. The phone boasts a high-quality 2-way speakerphone, wall-mountable design (with an optional kit), headset port, and message waiting indicator. Notably, it supports wideband audio in both handset and headset, with a built-in volume boost for the hearing impaired.
In terms of security, the Avaya J179 IP Phone supports TLS/SRTP encryption on Avaya Aura, requiring Enhanced IPT or Core License. It adheres to both SIP and H.323 protocols and supports standards-based codecs like G.711, G.726, G.729A/B, G.722, and Opus. The phone provides multi-language support and uses icon (global) buttons.
Power requirements include support for 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) as a Class 1 device and optional power adapter compatibility when PoE is unavailable on the network. System compatibility extends to Avaya IP Office Release 11.0 or later, Avaya Aura Platform 6.3 FP4, and Avaya Approved 3rd Party Platforms.
