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Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series

Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series – Solid solution for Work from Anywhere

The Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series is a solid solution for work from anywhere! Today’s hybrid work landscape includes corporate offices, branch locations, home offices, third spaces, and everywhere in between. Poly’s Voyager 4300 UC series are Bluetooth headsets that provide flexibility, connectivity, wireless freedom, and affordability!  

Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series

Flexibility & Connectivity 

The Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series out of the box supports PC/Mac connectivity via the included BT700 USB Adapter (dongle) and to your mobile devices via Bluetooth. Order the optional *Spare Voyager Office Base in UC and Microsoft variants if you require desk phone connectivity. You gain ultimate flexibility with these connectivity options, making for a solid hybrid work solution. You can have the Spare Voyager Office Bases in the corporate offices for connectivity to desk phones, and team members can take the Voyager 4300 series headset to use during their commute or from their home office.  

  • Voyager 4300 UC Series: Connects to PC/Mac via BT700 USB-A or USB-C adapter and a mobile phone via Bluetooth v5.2 
  • Voyager 4300 UC Series with Voyager Spare Office Base*: Connects to a desk phone (via telephone interface cable), computer (via USB-A or USB-C cable), and mobile (via Bluetooth) Line 3

Microsoft Teams certified versions include a dedicated Microsoft Teams button.  You can tap your headset Teams button to open and use the Microsoft Teams desktop app quickly. 

  • When not on a call, tap your Teams button to view Microsoft Teams app on your computer.  
  • When your connected USB adapter LED pulses purple, tap your Teams button to view Teams notifications.  
  • Note: Teams model and Teams desktop application required. Teams mobile application is not supported. 

What’s in the Box? 

The Voyager 4300 UC Series are available in single and dual-ear headband wearing styles to support team member preferences. They are available with or without a charging stand, not to be confused with the Spare Voyager Office Base. The Charge Stand acts as a place to set your headset down to charge. The Charge Stand does not offer additional connectivity options.  

  • Voyager 4300 UC Series without Charge Stand: Carry case, BT700 USB adapter, and charging cable (Charging cable length: 1.5 meters/ 4.9 feet) 
  • Voyager 4300 UC Series with Charge Stand: Carry case, BT700 USB adapter, Charge Stand, and charging cable. (Charging cable length: 1.5 meters/ 4.9 feet) Line 2
Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series

Professionals who prefer hands-free calls from their computer, mobile phone, and desk phone* are great candidates for the Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series. Business and IT leaders looking for hybrid work solutions for their team members should consider the Voyager 4300 UC Series. 

Wireless, Battery Life & Wired 

The Poly Voyager 4300 headsets are Class 1, Bluetooth v5.2, and supports multipoint connectivity. The headset can connect to two devices simultaneously and remembers up to eight devices.  

Supported Bluetooth profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP 

Poly claims a wireless range of up to 50 meters or 164 feet from the Bluetooth adapter, and if connected via the Spare Voyager Office Base, they claim up to 91 meters or up to 300 feet. Please note that multiple factors can impact Bluetooth wireless range, including other Bluetooth and wireless devices, walls (type of building material), furniture, etc. We test wireless range and share in our YouTube videos.  

The Poly Voyager 4300 headsets provide up to 24hrs of talk time and up to 47 hours of listening time when used with the BT700 USB adapter. It takes 1.6 hours for a full charge, and there is a fast charge option that gives you up to 10 hours of listening time after 15 minutes of charging. You get up to 50 days of standby time.  

Should you forget to charge the Poly Voyager 4300 headset or are experiencing Bluetooth density problems, you do have the option to connect to a PC via the included USB-C cable and use it as an audio device. This is a great feature to ensure maximum uptime!  

Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series

Poly Lens Desktop App (for individual) & Poly Lens (for mass deployments) 

Customize your Voyager 4300 headset and ensure optimal performance by keeping software and firmware updated via Poly Lens App. Poly Lens App provides:  

Poly Lens Overview 

Insights you can act on. Management you can scale. 

Now you can make collaboration better for every user in every workspace. Poly Lens gives you a window into collaboration environments across your entire organization, with a spotlight on how spaces and devices are being used. Get a clear picture of what’s working, and where you can improve and take control with fast device onboarding. Cloud access delivers flexibility, agility, and security, adding value without heavy IT lifting. No need to buy servers means more bang for your budget. Everything you need to make the most of your workspace is right at your fingertips. 

Poly Lens is different from traditional Poly solutions where customers must first purchase a product from Poly before starting to use the service. Poly Lens allows a customer to use the basic service for free and users can self-enroll and begin using the service immediately. 

Poly Lens & Lens Desktop App Supported Devices 

Check out this discussion about Poly Lens with a Principal Solutions Architect at Poly! Watch Video: https://youtu.be/FfcIwlWk61U  

Microphone and Technology 

The Voyager 4300 UC headsets include a flexible noise-canceling boom with dual microphone Acoustic Fence technology. There is easy access mute button on the microphone boom. Some softphones require installing Poly software to enable device call control (answer/end and mute) functionality.  

Performance 

The Poly Voyager 4300 UC Series seems to check many of the boxes when it comes to Bluetooth headsets for professional use. How do they perform? How well does the microphone with Acoustic Fence technology work against real-world sounds and noises? Check out this Poly Voyager 4300 Overview and Mic Tests video! Watch and hear for yourselves how well this headset performs. If you would like to learn more about this and all Poly audio and video solutions, contact us! We’re an Authorized Poly Platinum Partner with almost 35 years helping people do their business better.  

Which Poly Studio P Series is best for you? Poly Studio P5, P15, or P21?

The Poly Studio P Series provide organizations with personal video conferencing device options to support their multiple workstyles from entry-level workers to top executives. Combined with Poly Lens cloud management software and you have a robust solution for IT to easily deploy, monitor, and manage from anywhere.

Poly Studio P Series P5

Remote, In the Office, Hybrid 

When it comes to personal audio and video devices, one size does NOT fit all. Different workers need different technology depending on how and where they work. Today people work remotely, in the office, or a hybrid model with a mix of locations. Workers in a fixed quiet location can benefit from an all-in-one solution like the Poly Studio P21 or Poly Studio P15. Someone working in a shared noisy environment may benefit from an external webcam like the Poly Studio P5 and headset with ANC speakers and a strong noise-canceling mic like the Poly Voyager Focus 2 Series. The Poly Studio P Series work with the video apps you already know and are Zoom and Microsoft Teams certified. 

The goal for business and IT leaders is to identify the right solutions for their workforce based on workstyles and personal workspaces. In this blog, we’ll focus on the Poly Studio P Series Personal Video Conferencing Devices.  

Poly Studio P5

The Poly Studio P5 webcam is great for home, office, private, or shared spaces. Coupled with a headset or speakerphone and you have a complete, portable, audio/video solution. The P5 is designed to attach to an existing computer or laptop monitor and connect via USB. The monitor clamp can be removed to mount on a standard tripod to provide greater positioning flexibility. It has an integrated privacy shutter, status LED light fin that indicates call and mute state.  The Poly Studio P5 also has a built-in USB-A port to connect a wireless headset adapter like the BT600 or new BT700. It’s designed for personal use and offers a built-in single directional microphone and 80° DFOV. See the Poly Studio P5 in action in this video

The Poly Studio P5 Kits are a great value and option for mass deployments or for outfitting new hires. A single SKU includes the Poly Studio P5 webcam and one of four audio devices: a Poly Sync 20 speakerphone, corded Blackwire 3210, corded Blackwire 3325, or a wireless Voyager 4220 UC! Learn more about the Poly Studio P5 Kits here!  

Poly Studio P15

The Poly Studio P15 personal video bar includes a 4K camera, integrated privacy shutter, speakers, multi-microphone array, and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. This is a great solution for the executive who wants a premium audio and video experience. With NoiseBlockAI and Acoustic Fence technologies, the P15 can be used in either your home or dedicated office. A simple USB connection to your PC or Mac will transform your video conferencing experience. See the Poly Studio P15 in action to include NoiseBlockAI and Acoustic Fence demo in this video

Poly Studio P21

The Poly Studio P21 personal meeting display is truly an all-in-one video conferencing device that is easy to set up and use. This single device is packed with features and functions that include a 21-inch display, camera, microphone, speakers, lighting, wireless phone charger, and can be customized via the Poly Lens App. Take a look at all the available options and settings in this video! This is a great option if you want an additional display that includes all the components necessary for a high-quality video call. Additionally, there are two USB-A ports to connect a corded or wireless Poly headset if you need to take the conversation private. The Poly Studio P21 is a good fit for top executives who prefer a clean, simple solution that allows them to look and sound their best.  

Which Poly Studio P Series is best for you by Workspace


Poly Studio P5 Webcam

  • Home or Office 
  • Private or Shared Workspace 
  • Cubicle or Hot Desk 

Poly Studio P15 Personal Video Bar

  • Home or Office 
  • Private Workspace 

Poly Studio P21 Personal Meeting Display

  • Home or Office 
  • Private Workspace 

Keep Employee Devices Up, Running, and Ready for Action 

Poly Lens makes collaboration better for your employees no matter where they work or the compatible device they choose. You get better line of sight on device health and adoption rates and you may also see fewer help-desk tickets. IT can quickly get started remotely provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting from a single pane of glass. And since Poly Lens is cloud-based, it’ll scale with you, maintaining security without all that heavy overhead of traditional IT management. Check out this interview video with a Principal Solutions Architect at Poly where we discuss what Poly Lens is and how it helps organizations.  

Control Your Experience 

Poly Lens Desktop is a single app for customizing your compatible personal devices to how you work. Stay up to date with the latest software and gain access to product guides, setup, and support, right at your fingertips. And with built-in wellness and nature sounds, you’ll have better focus and peace of mind, so you’ll look and sound great.  

How Can Call One, Inc. Help? 

Hybrid work is the new normal. Business leaders need to develop a work-from-anywhere strategy that gives their employees best-in-class solutions. Call One, Inc. can help bring your vision to life, allowing teams to connect, collaborate and perform at their best. We work with all the leading device manufacturers and are constantly testing for ourselves the latest technology. We can help identify the right solution whether your team members work from home, in the office, or on the go. Contact a Call One, Inc. solutions expert today! Watch the Poly Studio P Series Comparison Video below!

Poly Studio P5 Kits

Poly Studio P5 Kits – Great for Hybrid Work

The Poly Studio P5 Kits are a great option for Hybrid Work, Remote Work, or Work from Anywhere! Organizations everywhere have implemented video conferencing to stay connected to their team members, partners, and customers. In our post-COVID world, video meetings will continue to be a part of the overall business communications and collaboration strategy moving forward.

What business leaders are looking for

Business leaders are looking for solutions to video enable their individual employees regardless of where they are working. The solution needs to support these requirements:

  • Compatible with all major video collaboration platforms and applications to include Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
  • Easy to set up and use
  • High quality audio and video device
  • Satisfy various workstyles
  • Easy to order and deploy

Poly Studio P5 Kits – A range of options for any workstyle

Poly has done a great job of creating a solution that helps satisfy all the above and then some with their Poly Studio P5 Kits. These kits include everything you need for a great audio and video experience. All the components come in a single box which makes it easy to order and deploy. And because the Studio P5 webcam includes an integrated USB-A port, all you need is a single USB port on your PC to connect both webcam and audio device. Take a look at this video that provides a complete overview and audio and video quality test of the Poly Studio P5 Webcam.

There are currently four different kits designed to support a broad range of users and workstyles. The packaging is important. IT deployment teams and individual employees receive everything they need thoughtfully packaged in a single box! This makes it easy to order and deploy without having to mix and match different products. This makes it easy for users to set up, with one common, integrated set of instructions. As an added benefit, the wireless headset and speakerphone bundles can connect the wireless USB adapter right to the Studio P5 webcam!

Let’s take at review the four Studio P5 Kits:

Poly Studio P Series

MSRP $149.95 – Poly Studio P5 kit with Blackwire 3210 – The Studio P5 with Blackwire 3210 is ideal for users who need a professional quality experience at an affordable price. The single-ear design of the headset is ideal for multi-taskers who want one ear free to hear what else is going on in their environment, while still getting great call quality.

Poly Studio P Series

MSRP $259.95 Poly Studio P5 kit with Blackwire 3325 – The Studio P5 with Blackwire 3325 is ideal for users who prefer a stereo experience so they can fully focus on the meeting, while staying at an affordable price.

Poly Studio P Series

MSRP $259.95 Poly Studio P5 kit with Sync 20+ – The Studio P5 with Sync 20+ is ideal for users who don’t want to wear anything at all. It delivers a premium personal speakerphone experience with a wireless connection that also goes directly to the camera and is ideal for enclosed workspaces.

Poly Studio P Series

MSRP $269.95 Poly Studio P5 kit with Voyager 4220 UC – The Studio P5 with Voyager 4220 UC is ideal for users who value a wireless stereo headset experience. This allows them to maintain a great calling experience with the freedom to move around, unattached to any cables. The Bluetooth adapter for the headset connects directly to the Studio P5 camera to simplify setup and free up USB ports on the laptop.

Poly Lens Desktop

Poly Lens Desktop is a single app for customizing your supported Poly personal devices. In the desktop app you will have access to:

Insights – Check your device usage and workstation connectivity.

Poly Studio P5

Health and WellnessYou can enable Soundscapes that include Mountain Ranch, Gentle Ocean, or Babbling Brook sounds to create a soothing environment to keep distractions at bay. Get reminders to hydrate, take vision breaks and rest. Play soundscapes to improve focus.

Best PracticesOptimize your camera and learn how to make your workspace more ergonomic.

Poly SupportExperiencing issues? Let Poly help.

Poly Studio P5 Kits

Customize Your Personal Poly Device

Overview – Get status update of device.

Settings – Customize the multiple settings depending on device.

Support – Access Quick Start Guide, User Guide, Device Info & Logs, Contact Support

Poly Studio P5 Kits are a great Value

Personally, I believe Poly has a created an awesome solution that aligns well with the current landscape. Business and IT leaders are actively searching for solid performing, easy to set up and use, personal audio and video device solutions they can deploy across their organization to support multiple uses cases and budgets. Poly has provided that at a great value. Check out the savings you get by going with a Poly Studio P5 Kit vs buying each item separately.

Poly Studio P5 webcam $129 + Blackwire 3210 $44.95 = $173.95 – P5 Kit $149.95 = $24 Savings

Poly Studio P5 webcam $129 + Blackwire 3325 $84.95 = $213.95 – P5 Kit $179.95 = $34 Savings

Poly Studio P5 webcam $129 + Sync 20+ $199.95 = $328.95 – P5 Kit $259.95 = $69 Savings

Poly Studio P5 webcam $129 + Voyager 4220 UC $239.95 = $368.95 – P5 Kit $269.95 = $99 Savings

Poly Solutions

Poly offers complete solutions that include headsets, speakerphones, video solutions, conference and desktop phones, software, and services to support small to global enterprise customers. If you would like to learn more about Poly Solutions, contact us!

See the Poly Studio P5 Kit with Voyager 4220 UC Video!

Want to see what you get and how it’s packaged? Watch the video below where I do an unboxing and quick audio and mic test.

Poly Studio P15 | Overview

The Poly Studio P15 is a personal video bar that includes 4K camera, integrated privacy shutter, speakers, multi-microphone array and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports and several nice features like Noise BlockAI and Acoustic Fence. We’ve been using the Poly Studio P15 for a week across multiple video platforms to include Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

We have been really impressed with the performance across the board. In this blog/video we cover the connections, USB-C to USB-C cable length, Mounting options, and Poly Lens Desktop App Controls and Settings. Stick around until the end for a link to our showcase video.

What are the Studio P15 Specs?

Features

MSRP: $599.99

  • Personal Video bar
  • Look and sound your best on video calls with one sleek device
  • Easy fits atop your display, or tripod mount for flexibility
  • Robust cloud management using Poly Lens
  • Robust cloud management using Poly Lens
  • Certified for Zoom and Microsoft Teams
  • Includes mounting clamp that attaches to a standard 1/4-20 tripod screw thread on the bottom of the device
  • 4K Resolution
  • NoiseBlockAI
  • Cable Length: 4 feet 3 inches
  • 1x USB 3.0 Type-C port (with USB 2.0 compatibility)
  • 2x USB 2.0 Type-A ports

In Conclusion:

In our professional opinion, the Poly Studio P15 is a great value at only $599 MSRP. You get exceptional video and audio quality. It’s compatible across all major business collaboration platforms to include Zoom and Microsoft Teams. And, features like AcousticFence, NoiseBlockAI, Auto-Framing, and two additional USB Ports make this a great option for any business professional. If you’d like to learn more or get a quote, contact us.