3CX has released V7.1 7139 of their application to make some minor improvements and fixes.  Below is the change log, upgrade notes and link to download.

Change log:

• Added: Template of actio.pl – Polish provider
• Added: Snom 820 template for provisioning
• Added: Parameter to enable / disable VmAIL pin VMPINREQUIRED 1= ON , 0=OFF

• Fixed: Improved logging notifications in PBX Logs
• Fixed: Added a cache limit in Tunnel to reduce memory usage in larger environments
• Fixed: Tunnel not starting when port is in use
• Fixed: Stuck calls in call assistant server in particular situations
• Fixed: Permissions in the viewing of extensions in different member groups has been improved
• Fixed: Buffer UDP FAX Outgoing Faxes over Patton gateways ISDN 4960
• Fixed: Control size of Fax Log file
• Fixed: Parameter Table Validation for duplicate parameters
• Fixed: Removed excessive Make call registrations  in server status log
• Fixed: Call History Service handling of unterminated calls
• Fixed: Call History Service handling of Call repostings file
• Fixed: Backup and restore of Call logs for Netherlands entry (related to formatting of country name)
• Fixed: Management Console: Stuck calls in Management console in Ringing State
• Fixed: Management console translation file for SIP FIELD.
• Fixed: Management console – removed unnecessary updates in active calls page
• Fixed: Management console download link for PBX manual 7.1
• Fixed: Voip Providers -> TCP transport for Broadvox
• Fixed: Voip Providers Added parameter for Voip Providers remote party id : Calling party : user part == Caller Name
• Fixed: Date and Time Conversion in Voicemail.

Polycom has today announced their latest release of the SoundPoint IP SIP application.  The following are the important changes and notes:

• This release has significant enhancements to the Corporate Directory (LDAP) feature including User Interface changes. See updated Technical Bulletin TB 41137 for details. Administrator’s are encouraged to review the new UI prior to deploying the software to avoid possible user issues due to the changes.
• The distribution method for the releases has been changed starting with this release due to the size of the release files. See section 1.4 of the Release Notes for details.
• This release includes GA level support for SoundStation IP 7000 integration with Polycom HDX video systems. This feature requires that the SoundStation IP 7000 is running BootROM 4.1.2 or newer software. There are some dependencies on the software version running on the HDX system and the deployment scenario.
• SoundPoint IP 550, 560, 650 and 670 products require BootROM 4.1.0 or newer in order to load this software.
• Improved XML checking of Configuration Files has been included in this release. If XML errors are detected a message will be inserted in the log files for the phone. System Administrators are encouraged to examine phone log files for these types of errors and correct the configuration files. This check is intended to assist in reducing the number of field issues resulting from improper configuration files. A simple check of phone configuration files prior to deployment can be done by opening configuration files using an XML editor.

To download this latest release, start here.

Grandstream has announced a much improved firmware for their IP PBX product line.  The new firmware features an improved auto attendant, an improved web configuration interface and one-button provisioning.

Specific enhancements listed include:

• Support for dial plans through an intuitive graphic configuration interface.  Users can create multiple call routing profiles and powerful yet flexible rules for any incoming or outgoing calls through either SIP or PSTN trunks based on source, destination, time, line port, etc., as easy as click-and-choose. There is no script programming involved.

• An improved auto attendant to allow all incoming calls from all trunks to be routed to multiple auto attendant voice menus.

• A polished web configuration interface.

• Improved conference control to call out/invite/mute/delete any participant from within a conference.

• Busy Lamp Field (BLF) event list support.

• Improved busy tone detection for various countries.

To download the firmware click here.  You will be required to enter user details and read the special upgrade instructions.  For instructions on configuring the PBX, please visit Grandstream’s resources page and select the “Training Modules” tab.

Grandstream announced today a new firmware for the following IP phones:

BT200, GXP1200, GXP2000, GXP2010 and the GXP2020.

This firmware release has major changes since the 1.1.1x, 1.1.2x and 1.1.3x firmware versions and may require the phone to download three separate files and need one hard reboot. The firmware and release notes can be found on Grandstream’s site here at http://www.grandstream.com/firmware. As always, please review the release notes for instructions before performing any upgrade.

Linksys has released a new firmware for the SPA8000 on October 24th which fixes numerous bugs. The new firmware is version 5.1.10. The previously release was 5.1.9(a). Check out the release notes before installing. The firmware and release notes can be found on Linksys.com by going to Linksys.com and clicking “Technical Support” across the top nav bar. Then, “Choose a Product” and in the category “Voice over IP (VoIP)” make sure to select “VoIP Routers” from the dropdown menu. Find the pic closest resembling your SPA8000 and you should find it by name in the dropdown menu.

Support for our customers can always be had by emailing support@telephonyware.com or by calling us at (866) VOICE-04 (864-2304) and pressing 2 for support.

Linksys has just released firmware version 5.1.12 which targets a possible corruption issue with the SPA2102. The upgrade is “recommended” by Linksys.

To download, go to Linksys.com and click “Technical Support” across the top nav bar. Then, “Choose a Product” and in the category “Voice over IP (VoIP)” make sure to select “VoIP Routers” from the dropdown menu. Find the pic closest resembling your SPA2102 and you should find it by name in the dropdown menu.

If any of you have experienced the corruption issue, we’d love to hear about it in a comment to this post. Support for our customers can always be had by emailing support or by calling us at (866) VOICE-04 (864-2304) and pressing 2 for support. As of the time of this post, we have not had a customer requiring support for this issue nor experienced it ourselves.

Looking for an SPA2102?  Telephonyware has them in stock, ready for immediate shipment!

Grandstream has just announced the GXP1200 SIP phone, a 2-line, entry-level sibling to the recently released GXP2020. The GXP1200 phone packs quite a number of features in a very inexpensive package.

The GXP1200 features 2 lines, each independently configurable to different hosts, two switching 10M/100Mbps ethernet ports with integrated PoE, a headset jack, a 128×32 pixel backlit graphic LCD display, a full duplex speakerphone with advanced acoustic echo cancellation (AEC), three XML programmable soft-keys, five navigation keys and eight dedicated function keys. The GXP1200 will have an MSRP of $99 USD and will be available sometime in October.

Telephonyware will announce the shipping date later this month through our blog and newsletter.

Polycom has recently announced an update to the firmware and bootROM to it’s SoundPoint IP family of phones.

SIP 2.2.0 firmware “feature release” is applicable to all SoundPoint IP family products except SoundPoint IP 300 and 500 models.

As Always, the Release Notes should be carefully reviewed before deploying this release.

The key new features in firmware 2.2.0 release are:
Enhanced user functions to allow easy migration for users switching from a digital PBX solution to a VoIP solution.
Enhancements to facilitate “zero touch” phone provisioning and management.
Initial Release of support for Secure Media using SRTP.
Enhancement to the XHTML micro-browser.
Improvements based on feedback from field deployments.
DND/Call Forward Synchronization with server.

An updated bootROM 4.0.0 is also available. This BootROM includes important enhancements for managing SoundPoint IP 300 and 500 series phones deployed in a network running SIP 2.2.0.

The new firmware, bootROM and release notes can be found on the Telephonyware ftp server, located here:

ftp://ftp.telephonyware.com/firmware/polycom/

Aastra yesterday announced the addition of the 51i SIP telephone to their 5i Series of powerful open-standard, enterprise grade terminals

The model 51i joins the existing 5i Series family consisting of the 53i, 55i, 57i and the 57i CT models and extends one of the industry’s most complete VoIP telephone offerings.

The 51i addresses the need for a lower priced, entry level single line SIP based telephone for light use in small and medium business applications such as lobbies, common areas, or individual user environments. The 51i retains the style and core features of the 5i Series including: XML browser capabilities, full duplex speakerphone, extensive storage capacity and simplified deployment. While the 51i does not include some of the enhanced features that can be found in other models in the 5i Series such as headset support, backlit display or expansion module capability, it does deliver an excellent mix of value and performance in a carrier/enterprise grade quality IP phone.

The Model 51i is available in both English and Symbol keypad versions signified by the following manufacturer part numbers:

For more information about the 51i or any other Aastra products, please contact us.

The Sangoma Y-cable (Cable 632) easily adapts Sangoma’s latest A400 series high-density, analog PCI card to patch panels and terminal blocks with Amphenol harnesses. You may prefer this method of connection in order to terminate one or more A400s into a 24 port patch panel via an M/F Amphenol cable. The A400 comes with a 25-pin serial cable ending in open wires for punching down into a block. By purchasing the optional Y Cable, there is no need to punch-down or crimp.

This specially fabricated Y-cable features two DB25 connectors at one end and an Amphenol interface at the other. This design consolidates two A400 boards, each supporting 12 ports, into one 24-port system. Since the A400 can scale to 48 ports, installed side-by-side, you can simply use two Y-cables to terminate the boards into a single 48 port patch panel.

We are proud that the Y-cable was a concept proposed to Sangoma by our product manager, who made the suggestion shortly before the product’s release.

If you would like to learn more about the Y Cable or would like a quote on a Sangoma A400 setup, please contact us.