Desktop Phone User Guide

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Getting Started with Your Phone
This chapter provides basic installation instructions and information for
obtaining the best performance with the Polycom® CX300 desktop phone.
The Polycom CX300 phone provides a flexible and efficient means to access the
advanced communication functions of Microsoft® Lync™ 2010.
The Polycom CX300 supports advanced functionality including:
• High definition audio for best possible voice calls
• Convenient buttons for controlling calls
• Driver-less plug and play installation
This chapter contains:
• Parts List
• Assembling Your Phone
• Features of Your Phone
• Before You Use Your Phone
To read about the phone’s basic features, refer to Using the Basic Features of
Your Phone on page 2-1.
If you require additional information or assistance with your new phone,
contact your system administrator.
Note
Before you connect the Polycom CX300 desktop phone to your computer, you must
have Microsoft Lync 2010 (version 4.0.7457.0 or later) installed and running on your
computer. If Microsoft Lync 2010 (version 4.0.7457.0 or later) is not installed on
your computer, the “Sign In” message appears on the phone’s display. In this state,
you can use the phone as an audio device only; you cannot place any calls.
Your computer must be running Windows XP Service Pack 3, Windows Vista
Service Pack 1, and Windows 7 Service Pack x.
The Polycom CX300 desktop phone is also a compatible audio device for Microsoft
Office Live Meeting.
No additional device drivers or software are required to use your Polycom CX300
desktop phone.