Did you know that room size is important when buying a conference phone? It is vital to know which product is right for you and your company. Correct use of the device can help grow your business. The information below offers advice based on different room sizes, complete with our top picks for each size room.
Small rooms
Up to 4 people
Room size (approx.): 12′ × 10′
Approx microphone coverage: 5-7 feet
This room could be a home office or small conference room. The users are close to the microphones. The small size and furniture in the room also limits the chance of echos.
1) Polycom VoiceStation 300 Analogue
The Polycom Voicestation 300 is a small conference phone perfect for use in smaller rooms. For meetings of up to 4 people.
Polycom Acoustic Clarity technology
- 3 microphones
- Connects to any analogue jack.
- Microphone range of up to 7ft away.
2) Polycom Soundstation 2 NE (Non-Expandable)
The Polycom Soundstation 2 provides professional call quality. For meetings of up to 10 people.
- An LCD display and a built-in keypad
- Intelligent microphone
3) Konftel 220
The Konftel 220 is the perfect device for offices and small meeting rooms.
Medium rooms
Up to 12 people
Room size (approx.): 12′ × 15′
Approx microphone coverage: 10-12 feet
This is a standard conference room or larger office. There are more challenges with this size room. These include; more participants, echo noise and air vents. Expansion microphones are recommended.
1) Polycom Soundstation IP 5000 PoE
Both compact and stylish, the Polycom is ideal for use in rooms such as offices or meeting rooms. For meetings of up to 6 people.
- HD Voice
- 2m microphone pick-up range
- Full Duplex
2) Polycom SoundStation 2 EX Expandable with Display
For meetings of up to 10 people.
3) Konftel 250 Expandable
A simple, but hi-tech conference phone that also provides crystal clear sound. For meetings of up to 8 people.
- Record meetings
- Plug and Play connectivity
- Can be expanded with additional microphones
Large rooms/Boardrooms
Greater than 12 people
Room size (approx.): 20′ × 15′
Approx microphone coverage: 12 feet + (and additional audio systems)
Expansion microphones are vital so that everyone can be heard. Additionally, other audio systems can be used to improve clarity and sound performance.
1) Polycom Soundstation IP 6000 PoE
IP conference phone offering high performance with a 12ft (3.65m) microphone pickup.
- Polycom HD Voice
- Full Duplex
- Polycom Acoustic Clarity Tech
2) Konftel 300Wx Wireless
A wireless device, for conferencing in rooms of up to 30m².
- For meetings via DECT, VoIP or mobile connection
- Up to 60 hours of talk time
- Supports expansion microphones
3) Phoenix Spider MT502 USB and Analogue
The MT502 offers a fully-duplex solution.
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