NASHUA, N.H., July 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Jabra, a world leader in innovative, high-quality hands-free audio solutions, today announced a new addition to its award-winning portfolio of PRO Series wireless headset solutions — the Jabra PRO 9450. Designed for businesses looking to make a smooth transition to Unified Communications in mind, the new PRO Series model makes handling calls from multiple hard and soft phones easier than ever. The Jabra PRO 9450, which is optimized for Microsoft Lync 2010, will be on display next week at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Los Angeles.

“As business organizations continue to realize the true value of Unified Communications, the Jabra PRO 9450 is an ideal product for making the transition to combine deskphones and UC softphones,” said Pete Fox, President and GM, Jabra North America. “The user-friendly device eliminates the stresses that are associated with making the switch to Unified Communications and offers superior sound quality thanks to state-of-the-art audio technology.”

The Jabra PRO 9450 allows users to answer calls in four different ways: when away from their desks, using the headset; at their desks by pressing a button on the headset base touch pad display; using Jabra Call Manager software; or using computer keyboard shortcuts. A noise-cancelling microphone ensures that the user’s voice is heard clearly, and wideband audio makes incoming calls sound crystal clear. And with a range of up to 450 feet, the Jabra PRO 9450 frees users up to a new productive, un-tethered work style.

“Microsoft is dedicated to supporting the launch of Lync optimized products, providing a wide range of solutions for customers adopting unified communications platforms,” said Kirk Gregersen, senior director, Microsoft Lync, Microsoft Corp. “The Jabra PRO 9450 is another example of Jabra developing higher quality audio solutions that are simpler to install, easier to use and targeted at the needs of our mutual customers.”

TMC, the world’s largest communications and technology community, recently named the Jabra PRO 9470 as a 2011 TMC Labs Innovation Award winner presented by its publication, INTERNET TELEPHONY. The Jabra PRO 9450 incorporates many of the Jabra PRO 9470′s award-winning features.

Key specifications of the Jabra PRO 9450 include:

• Wideband sound and DSP (digital signal processing)
• Noise-cancelling microphone
• Headset range of up to 450 feet
• Multiuse connectivity for pairing desk phones and soft phones at the same time
• Up to 8 hours of talk time and up to 46 hours of standby time
• Interactive setup wizard for simple pairing
• 3 wearing styles: headband, earhook and neckband
• Headset Weight: 1 oz

The Jabra Pro 9450 is currently available for purchase from any Jabra reseller or to learn more about Jabra’s line of office headset solutions and where to buy them, please visit www.Jabra.com.

About Jabra
Through its Jabra brand, GN Netcom is a world leader in innovative headset solutions. With around 850 employees and sales offices around the world, GN Netcom develops and markets a broad range of wireless headsets and in-car speakerphones for mobile users and both wireless and corded headsets for contact center and office-based users. GN Netcom is a subsidiary of GN Store Nord A/S.

For further information on the company, please visit www.jabra.com.

© 2011 GN Netcom A/S. All rights reserved. Jabra® is a registered trademark of GN Netcom A/S. All other trademarks included herein are the property of their respective owners. (Design and specifications subject to change without notice)

SOURCE Jabra

Fresh off the press! Read Canadian Communication Products’ newsletter for April 2011 for promotions, industry news and more.

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We would like to wish you a safe & prosperous New Year!

Canadian Communication Products Inc.

Canadian Communication Products Inc. (CCP) is proud to announce their new Unified Communication (UC) product line from ShoreTel^®. Adding this UC line of products to our company means we’re dedicated to making integrated business communication as easy to deploy, manage, and scale as it is intuitive to use.

Products:
• Phone Systems – Completely integrated system that scales seamlessly from 1 to 10,000 users including PBX, voice mail, and automated attendant functions.
• IP Phones – Offers all the advanced features and quality that users demand.
• Voice Switches – Unifies communications across multiple enterprise locations, providing n+1 form of redundancy for very high system availability.
• Call Managers – Provides easy licensing, easy set up, flexible features, telephony and IM control, integrated advanced call management, quality desktop video and a highly customizable interface.
• Contact Center – Enables organizations to route incoming contacts to the most appropriate agent in a multisite contact center, regardless of location.
• Converged Conferencing – Delivers a next-generation collaboration solution that unifies audio conferencing, desktop/application sharing, instant messaging, virtual meeting rooms, on-line presentations, and multi-media recording with one easy-to-use interface.

Don’t be fooled by a low upfront cost! ShoreTel guarantees the lowest TCO, so you know that when you
purchase our brilliantly simple UC solution, you’re
investing in the right decision for your business.

Vancouver 604.263.9399 / 800.665.5726
Calgary 403.264.9330
Toronto 905.470.2056 / 800.661.4571
Montreal 514.336.8518 / 866.308.8989
Quebec City 418.687.6877 / 866.997.6877
Ottawa 613.563.8500 / 866.735.0001

Canadian Communication Products (CCP) is pleased to announce that we are now authorized to offer the full suite of Polycom products to you, our valued customer. These products will include:

Conference Phones, Voice over IP Phones, Spectralink,
Video Conferencing, Management Applications,
Conference Bridges & Infrastructure,
Recording & Streaming

For over ten years, Canadian Communication Products has been Polycom’s largest and most trusted Canadian distributor. Our commitment to technical education and exceptional customer service has earned us countless Polycom and industry awards.

In 2006, Canadian Communication Products achieved CSP (Certified Service Partner) designation, and is one of only two reseller partners in Canada to receive such recognition. The CSP program requires that certified partners meet a rigorous set of service and support performance metrics, which will result in numerous advantages to you.

Throughout the years, we have worked with many organizations in the background designing and implementing Polycom solutions. We are very excited for the opportunity to now provide Polycom solutions directly to your business, and we look forward to working with you.

Should you have any questions or require assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact your Account Manager at the location nearest you.

Best regards,

Canadian Communication Products Inc.

Although technology has changed significantly in the last 25 years—and continues to do so—Canadian Communication Products (CCP) has managed to hold on to its fundamental vision: to provide Canadian businesses with communication tools that give them a competitive edge. As a leader in communications for businesses and government across the country, CCP has grown into one of the most respected business communications companies in the industry, deserving of its solid reputation for innovation and expertise.

Read the full article on Page 238 of the below May 10 issue of The Canadian Business Journal:

Read the article on Canadian Communication Products at: http://www.canadianbusinessjournal.ca/business_in_action/may_10/canadian_communication_products.html

A new fine in the amount of $167 will begin to be levied on Feb. 1, 2010. If drivers are caught texting or emailing they will receive an additional three penalty points. Further, drivers in the Graduated License Program (GLP) will receive the $167 fine and three penalty points for any violation of this legislation.

Prohibited actions and devices:
No operating or holding hand-held cellphones or other electronic devices.
No sending or reading emails and/or texting (e.g. BlackBerry, PDA, cellphone).
No operating or holding hand-held music or portable gaming devices (e.g. MP3 players, iPods).
No manual programming or adjusting GPS systems, whether built into the vehicle or not, while driving. Settings must be programmed before driving.
Permitted actions and devices:
Hands-free cellphones that are built in or securely fixed to the vehicle, and used by pressing a single button – once only – in order to activate a hands-free device for incoming and outgoing calls.
Pre-programmed and voice-activiated GPS devices.
Two-way radios for industry (e.g. trucking, logging, oil and gas).
Any of the above devices can be used if the vehicle is legally parked and not impeding traffic.
Call 9-1-1 to report an emergency.
Graduated License Drivers (GLP)

In addition to the above restrictions and permitted actions, new drivers are prohibited from using hands-free communications devices, (e.g. cellphones) while driving.

Exemptions to the legislation include police, fire and ambulance personnel who may need to make calls in the performance of their duties, and motorists who need to call 9-1-1.

For more information, please visit: www.pssg.gov.bc.ca/osmv/publications/index.htm

Find permitted devices at: http://store.communicationproducts.ca

Suggested Products:

Jabra CRUISER

Jabra Voyager PRO

Plantronics Discovery 975

Prince Edward Island (PEI) is the latest province to enact hands-free legislation that prohibits the use of a handheld electronic device, including cell phones, while driving.

The new PEI law will officially come into effect tomorrow: Saturday, January 23, 2010. Fines for offenders will range from $250 to $400, and three demerit points; making it one of the most severe punishments in Canada (most fines hover in the $100 range with the exception of Saskatchewan, where it’s $280 and up to four demerit points.)

Read more…

Similarly, with legislations in Ontario, B.C., and Saskatchewan as of February 1; officers will begin the process with warnings before dolling out tickets in full force.

Many small business owners use their cellular phone like a lifeline. As many cannot be in the office at all times, e-mail, texting and phone calls on the road are essential to staying connected.*

However, on October 26 rules for cellular phone use while driving got a lot stricter in Ontario when changes to the Highway Traffic Act took effect.* British Columbia becomes just the latest province to institute a law banning use of handheld cellular phones. Currently, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island (for graduated drivers), Manitoba (currently in education period), Ontario and British Columbia (to take effect in 2010) all have varying bans in place.

Now, whether or not cellular phone use regulation exists where you work, it makes sense to go hands-free for the safety of yourself and others. To help you make the switch, we researched low cost options for going hands-free in the car.*

* Read More at canadaone.com >>

Options to help you go Hands-Free:

Ear Mounted Bluetooth sets
Jabra GO 6430 The Jabra GO 6430 makes it easy with a full featured Bluetooth® solution that unites your mobile and laptop based voice channels, it makes your mobile office complete.	Plantronics Voyager PRO The Voyager PRO supports Bluetooth 2.1 and EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) and Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), making it compatible with Bluetooth-enabled devices, including phones, PDAs, and laptop computers.

Don’t like the Ear-Mounted Bluetooth solution?

Jabra CRUISER Speakerphone

Dual microphones for excellent audio Get info via Voice Announcements™ – so you can keep your eyes on the road Crystal clear sound and voice with DSP Play music and calls via car stereo Multiuse™ – connect to 2 devices at the same time No installation needed – just clip it onto the visor Up to 10 hours talk time and up to 13 days standby time

Shop for more Hands-Free solutions at store.communicationproducts.ca >>

If passed, the changes to the Motor Vehicle Act will take effect on Jan. 1, 2010. At that point, only hands-free cellphones and devices that require one touch to activate will be permitted.

A new fine of $167 can be handed out as of Feb. 1, 2010. If drivers are caught texting or emailing they will also receive three penalty points on their driving record.

Read more at CTV BC…

Get your Hands-Free Headset today at store.communicationproducts.ca: