Polycom VVX 500 and VVX 600 Business Media Phones and Polycom VVX Camera User’s Guide

User Tip: How to Access Your Blocked and Watcher Lists

To view a list of contacts that can and cannot monitor your status, do the following:

∙To display contacts that can view your status, tap Settings from Home view, and tap Features > Presence > Watcher List.

∙To display contacts that can’t view your status, tap Settings from Home view, and tap Features > Presence > Blocked List.

To block or unblock a contact from viewing your status:

1From your Contact Directory, tap the contact you want to block or unblock.

2From the contact’s information screen, tap .

3From the Edit Contact screen, tap Block Buddy, and enable or disable the field. The default setting is Disabled. When enabled, the contact cannot watch your status, and the contact displays in your Blocked List. When disabled, the contact can watch your status, and the contact displays in your Watcher List.

4Tap Save.

Timesaver: How to Quickly Unblock a Contact

You can use your Blocked List to unblock a contact, rather than updating the Contact Directory: Tap Settings from Home view, and tap Features > Presence > Blocked List. From the Blocked List, tap the contact you want to unblock, and tap Unblock. The contact can now watch your phone, and displays in your Watcher List.

Monitoring Buddies

You can monitor your buddies from your Buddy Status list. If a buddy is a favorite, you can also monitor the buddy from Home and Lines view.

Your buddies display an icon next to their name to indicate their status. The following table shows the icons and the status they represent.

Table 9: Buddy Status and Icons

Buddy Status

Icon

 

 

 

 

Available

 

Buddy Status

Icon

 

 

 

 

Do Not Disturb

 

Busy

 

Offline

 

 

 

Away

 

No information

 

 

 

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vvx 500 specifications

The Polycom VVX 500 is a highly versatile business media phone designed to enhance communication and collaboration in the workplace. Ideal for professionals who require advanced call handling and unified communications, the VVX 500 offers a blend of features and technologies tailored for seamless connectivity and user experience.

One of the standout features of the VVX 500 is its large, high-resolution color touchscreen display. Measuring 3.5 inches, this intuitive interface provides easy access to call features, contacts, and applications, allowing users to navigate through options with minimal effort. The display not only enriches the user experience but also supports a wide range of visual applications that enhance productivity.

Equipped with a powerful audio engine, the VVX 500 delivers exceptional sound quality during calls. It features Polycom's Acoustic Clarity Technology, which ensures clear audio reproduction and reduces background noise, enabling natural conversations even in busy environments. The phone also supports HD Voice, which enhances the clarity of voice transmissions and offers an immersive audio experience.

In terms of connectivity, the VVX 500 is built with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for high-speed network access and seamless integration with existing network infrastructure. This ensures that users can take full advantage of high-definition audio and video communication without any lag. The phone is also compatible with Power over Ethernet (PoE), simplifying installation and reducing cable clutter.

The VVX 500 supports a variety of business applications, enabling users to access critical information at their fingertips. This includes integration with Microsoft Exchange and Skype for Business, making it easy to manage calendars and contacts within the phone interface. The phone also features support for various provisioning protocols, simplifying deployment and management in enterprise environments.

Security is a top priority, and the VVX 500 encompasses comprehensive security features, including encryption for voice and signaling data. This ensures that communications remain confidential and safe from potential threats.

As a sophisticated communication tool, the Polycom VVX 500 provides businesses with the capabilities needed to enhance productivity and collaboration. Its combination of advanced features, high-quality audio and visual capabilities, and user-friendly interface makes it an indispensable asset in any professional setting.
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