If you’re still reading then join me as I help break down the details on getting your USB headset working better. Step 1 Please note although Plantronics provides HAC approved headsets, companies that specialize in assistive listening products are typically best at determining appropriate solutions for individual customers.

Thanks for reading and/or watching. I hope that you received some value in this content. If you have any headset related questions, or just need a compatible headset recommendation, don’t hesitate to reach out to us here at Headset Advisor. SoundGuard® DIGITAL protects against sound levels above 118dBA; Anti-startle (during calls) detects and eliminates any large sudden increase in signal level; Time-Weighted Average prevents average daily noise exposure from exceeding 85 dBA (enabled by Plantronics Hub). Additional lower level hearing protection against acoustic startle is provided by Plantronics Hub software limiting peak levels to 102 dBAA dynamic EQ feature optimizes the quality of your voice on calls and automatically adjusts the EQ setting when you want high-quality sound. Functionality Adjust the headset to fit the way you work. Dedicated, customizable mute settings allow you to take calls confidently, ensuring you’re always heard. Set the language for voice alerts, and you’re in even greater control of your conversation. In the Telecommunications industry, there’s been a shift away from using desk phones and a rapid migration towards computer based Softphones for voice communications. Just what you want when the kids are noisy, or the dog sees the mailman. Well, you get the idea. You want to keep it professional and cut the noise. The 5220 succeeds here. No Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)

This pad is suspended and has a sort of rebound design that allows you to find the most comfortable position with this pad that moves as needed. Again, this isn’t a common feature for headsets overall, let along on a headset slotted as mid-grade. Nice detail that aids in the comfort.If you work in an office with coworkers, or like many, find yourself working from your newly established home office, you’re likely using, or in need of a good quality office headset. While on the subject of the headband, it adjusts so you can make it longer or shorter to fit your exact need. One minor thing here that’s a bit unique is the 5220 headband has numeric reference when adjusting. Better yet, why not watch the video I made on this very subject? A lot of people like watching their content rather than reading it. Use the intuitive inline controls to end/answer calls, control the volume, and mute to make call management easy. The headset is slightly on the heavy side for a telephone headset, but light for a pair of stereo headphones. It has a metal headband that is honestly not pleasant to touch, but conveys a sense of durability compared to a plastic headband. That being said, your head actually touches the elastic cushion that balances the headset nicely on the top of your head. I have a large head, and found the squeeze pressure to be "average" compared to a lot of other headphones I use, but slightly more pressure than my previous Plantronics phone headset that is lighter and for phone use only.

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Accessories for the Poly Blackwire 5220 USB Headset

The knee jerk reaction by many is to discard the headset and buy a replacement. If you’ve had a similar thought if faced with USB headset issues, hold off on that thought until you read this blog. Digital Cameras, camera lenses, Headsets, Speakers, Projectors, Home Entertainment (new and certified refurbished) 15 Days Returnable

Use the intuitive inline controls to end/answer calls, control the volume, and mute to make call management easy. A lightweight metal headband offers durability and a comfortable custom fit. A dynamic EQ feature optimizes the quality of your voice on calls, and automatically adjusts the EQ setting when you want high-quality sound. Microphone frequency response: 100 Hz – 8 kHz optimal for PC wideband voice telephony (up to 6,800 Hz) Pet Habitats and Supplies, Apparel and Leashes, Training and Behavior Aids, Toys, Aquarium Supplies such as Pumps, Filters and Lights 15 Days Returnable No 'flip to mute' function for the microphone boom, which the Microsoft headset supposedly has, although that didn't seem reliable in my experience Over the years, we’ve received countless calls from customers who report having abrupt, out of the blue issues with their USB headsets. The headset is working fine one moment, and the next moment it has static, speaker problems, microphone problems, volume issues and more.Time-Weighted Average prevents average daily noise exposure from exceeding 85 dBA (enabled by Poly Lens) Multimedia/music sound quality is mediocre out of the box, but can be made decent/passable with equalization Having good sound helps to project a professional image and helps to avoid having your callers struggle to hear you, or ask you to repeat yourself due to their hearing struggles. Forget about all that, because you won’t have any issues like this. Just clear, easy to understand sound. Desktops, Monitors, Pen drives, Hard drives, Memory cards, Computer accessories, Graphic cards, CPU, Power supplies, Motherboards, Cooling devices, TV cards & Computing Components 15 Days Returnable