Aastra and Nortel

Two names anyone in the telephony industry knows all too well. Want to see what they are all about, check out some information as well as some of their products here.

Now it really is hands free!

Sometimes your hands free makes you do some work, but with the Sennheiser HSL10, you are free from the hassles of picking up and hanging up your handset!

How cool is this?

GAI-Tronics

No, this is not a household name but don't be fooled and think this is not a popular manufacturer. For outdoor and emergency telephone needs, GAI has got you covered.

Recycling anyone?

Panasonic, along with some other big hitters in the electronics world have joined forces to create a recycling committee of sorts with some pretty lofty goals! Check out this link to read more.

Sounds like a good plan and I for one am interested to see how this plays out!

Not just phone and headsets

We have all the cabling accessories your telephony heart could want from duck tape to zip ties and so much more!

Hubbell, 3M, Erico, you name it.

Looking for some S hooks, look no further!

Need a bracket, mount, clip, tether, we've got it all to keep you up and running or just get you started!

ATT/Vtech Items Price Drop... Boom!

Another big price drop over at SJ Telecommunications... All ATT/Vtech prices slashed. Jaws are hitting floors in the accounts receivable department. Paramedics are on their way, jaws shouldn't fall that far.

Never be without power!

I am sure I am not alone when I say I would be LOST without my cell phone. Sometimes, finding an outlet to use is not always an option. With my Motorola Portable Charger, my mind is at ease.

Logitech C910

Did you know....

you can usually go to a manufacturers site and verify compatibility for all of their products? Take the guess work out of your next purchase and have peace of mind direct from the manufacturer!

Looking for a great phone for home or office?

Sleek, attractive and functional for simple home use or more advanced office uses.

I am not quite sure how I would get through my day without this phone!

There is a storm coming.....

and we all know that electrical surges can ruin our most favorite of electronic devices!

Keep your things safe with a reliable surge protector.

I honestly never really thought much about using a surge protector and then, the unthinkable (in my mind at least) happened..... a storm came and went and so did our video gaming system. My son was devastated and I was not winning any mom of the year awards!

Surge protectors are usually under $20 and can save you tons of money (and headaches)

Manufacturer Spotlight: KTI Networks

KTI stands for Katron Technologies, Inc. and is a manufacturer of network switches, converters, and other networking equipment.

Founded in 1983, they have grown to an international resource for any size business's needs for networking.

Okay so there's not much more to say about these guys, but they are good at what they do and you can learn more about them here... and buy their products here.

Harris/Fluke

Fluke Corporation is a leader in electrical and industrial testing equipment and if you don't know about them, here is your chance to get educated.

- founded in 1948

- introduced the worlds first wireless multimeter with a detachable display

- has multiple divisions (biomedical, networks, calibration)

and best of all....is available through many online retailers at very reasonable prices!

IP Telephony

So sometimes you can be left in the dark... we have been aware of the growth in IP phone solutions and the popularity of that. More and more customers are looking for the benefits of VOIP... 'free' long distance, multiple options, clarity of sound, reduction in wiring, etc.

Check out our lines from Netgear and KTI Networks... prices have DROPPED on this stuff. We are working on our pricing to get these IP solutions to you for as cheap and competitively as possible. Don't get left in the dark yourself...

Support?

Did you know that most etailers not only sell products but can sell extended warranties and manufacturer customer support?

Uniden is where its at

Uniden is a house hold name across the globe, and for good reason. Not only are their products great quality and highly useful, they are priced to meet any person or businesses budget.

From wireless video survelliance to their waterproof, floating 2 way radios....they know what they are doing! Some of their most recent additions to the product line include enhanced sound phone and extended range cordless phones.

What till they think of next?

Not the telescope

I have always associated the name Hubbell with space, science and the telescope. I never knew about the rich history of Harvey Hubbell and Hubbell Incorporated.

What an amazing man and company!

For over 100 years, Hubbell Incoporated has been producing and distributing electrical components, every day household items and a myriad of telephony products for businesses. What began as a 12 page, 63 item, pocket catalog has today become a worldwide leader in many markets.

It has become more and more difficult over the past couple of years to keep in touch with my family. With an aunt in Italy, cousins in Canada and brothers and sisters spread out over the country, at times it feels almost impossible. And when my brother and his wife had their baby, all I wanted was to be there and meet the new family member....

Now that I have my webcam, I can video chat online with them whenever I want!

Wired or Not?

We just went through such a decision at the corporate office. Do we go for the super-cool and convenient wireless Bluetooth headset for our phones, or stay with a simple wired solution? The price difference is significant, so you must decide how important the freedom of Bluetooth and wireless is to you and your particular application.

Bluetooth Pros:

• Wireless
• High quality of sound/reception
• Little to no interference
• Large range (up to 30 feet)

Bluetooth Cons:

• Price
• Battery life (usually rechargable but will not recharge forever)

With a cheaper, wired solution you can get most of the advantages of a Bluetooth headset (hands free operation) with the minor inconvenience of a wire. This may also prevent awkward social encounters like we discussed in this post.

Stay in touch

Whether working on a large farm, in a hospital or nursing home, a warehouse or a car lot... keeping in touch is crucial to things running smoothly. Cell phones can interfere with equipment and who wants to use all their minutes anyway?

With the Engenius DURAWALKIE now everyone can stay connected!

Phone gone silent

No one likes to sit in silence when they are on hold with a company, wondering if the call has been disconnected. Now, even the smallest of companies can provide on hold music for their customers.

The IntelliTouch MOH-500E provides an easy to use system for single and multi use phone systems. Just add your own cds, MP3's or audio source and let the IntelliTouch do the rest! Not only will your customers be happier, but you will present yourself much more professionally!

Bluetooth Headsets... Have a Meeting in the Restroom!

At my old corporate office I was walking in to the men's room and saw a middle aged man standing at the urinal having a conversation with himself. I almost responded to him thinking he was either crazy or assumed I was someone else ("no I don't have those TPS reports done yet Bob"), then I noticed his Bluetooth headset. This was about 4 years ago, around the emergence of these headsets. I found this odd, considering the nature of what he was doing while having presumably a work related conversation.

Regardless, this disturbing little anecdote proves the flexibility and ease of use with a Bluetooth headset. Check out this model, the Plantronics 72380-01 Voyager 510-USB Bluetooth Heaset System. This little beauty is packed with features for the price. It offers up to 6 hours of talk time before recharge, plug and play connectivity (via USB), and a range of up to 33 feet.

Ever wish you had a record of a phone call?

With the

P3 International 5045 Micro Telephone Recorder,

you can!

Not only does this record you, it clearly records the caller on the other end of the line! Voice activated, compact and in stock!

The Uniden Cordless Handsets: Uniden TCX905

The Uniden TCX905 5.8 GHz expansion handset is a very popular item and is often on backorder with the manufacturer. There are some other options available immediately, although maybe not for that particular model. Feel free to email your preferred vendor for options on this or to find out when the item may be next available. This baby is loaded with features and at the price, it is worth the wait!

Too much noise when using DSL?

Suttle 900LCCS-50 DSL Line Conditioner

Line conditioners for DSL (digital subscriber line) are used to filter voice devices from the noise associated with transmitting data over a phone line. This is a very popular model and is a necessity when using DSL and a shared voice application. If your solution requires buying more than one of these, always ask your vendor about bulk pricing.

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