Headsets that work with Teams Calling

Headsets that work with Teams Calling

This document lists headsets available from VIU’s Vendors that work with Teams Calling. This is not an exhaustive list but provides options for most employees.

Note:

• If you experience sound quality issues with a headset being plugged into a dock, plug the headset directly into your computer.
• Manufactures change and update their products frequently. Some items below may be out of stock or have a newer model available when you go purchase them.
• After the headset list is a selection of useful headset terms to know when shopping for your headset.

Headset Options to Consider

Basic (Two-Ear, Wired) Headsets

• A cost-effective, entry-level headset with good sound quality.
• Connectivity: USB-A, 3.5mm
• Cost: around $50-$70 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Poly Blackwire 3220" or "HEW8X2J9A6IC"

Poly (Plantronics) Blackwire 5220

• A step up from the 3220, offering better noise cancellation and a more comfortable design.
• Connectivity: USB-A, 3.5mm
• Cost: around $150 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Poly Blackwire 5220" or "HEW8X231AA"

Logitech H390

• A budget-friendly, no-frills headset with decent sound quality.
• Connectivity: USB-A
• Cost: around $40 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Logitech H390 Headset" or "LOG981000014"

Logitech H540

• A step up from the H390
• Connectivity: USB-A
• Cost: around $60 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Logitech H540 Headset" or “LOG981000510”

Logitech Zone Wired

• A more comfortable, wired headset with better sound quality than the H600.
• Connectivity: USB-A, 3.5mm
• Cost: around $40-$55 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Logitech Zone Wired Headset" or "981-000817"

One-Ear (Monaural) Headsets

Poly (Plantronics) Blackwire 3210 (Monaural)

• A single-ear version of the Blackwire series, suitable for those who prefer to keep one ear open.
• Connectivity: USB-A, 3.5mm
• Cost: around $50-$70 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Poly Blackwire 3210 Monaural" or "208744-01"

Jabra Mono 5370 UC

• A lightweight, one-ear headset with good sound quality and a simple design.
• Connectivity: USB-A, 3.5mm
• Cost: around $70-$90 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Jabra Mono 5370 UC" or "5578-230-305"

Logitech H650e Monaural Headset

• Monaural (one-ear) design
• Wired connectivity (USB-A, 3.5mm)
• Noise-cancelling microphone, durable, lightweight design
• Cost: around $40-$60 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Logitech H650e Monaural Headset" or "981-000642"

Wireless Headsets (For Moving Around)

Poly (Plantronics) Voyager 4200 UC

• A popular, lightweight wireless headset with a long battery life and good range.
• Connectivity: USB-A (via dongle), Bluetooth
• Cost: around $200-$250 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Poly Voyager 4200 UC" or "206110-101"

Jabra Evolve2 75

• A more premium wireless headset with advanced noise cancellation and a sleek design.
• Connectivity: USB-A (via dongle), Bluetooth
• Cost: around $300-$350 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Jabra Evolve2 75" or "5578-829-305"

Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless

• A wireless version of the Logitech Zone headset, offering a balance of quality and affordability.
• Connectivity: USB-A (via dongle), Bluetooth
• Cost: around $130-$150 CAD
• Search on eway.ca: "Logitech Zone Vibe 100 Wireless Headset" or "LOGLOG981001256"

Common terms found when shopping for headsets

Connection types

3.5mm headphone jack: 3 black rings that make 4 bands of metal on the plug, to accommodate the addition of a microphone. 3.5mm plug: The classic small headphone jack that has been around for decades

USB-A: The common rectangular USB port found on most computers.

USB-C: A newer USB format that is becoming more common on newer computers.

Bluetooth: Bluetooth is a wireless technology used to connect devices to each other. Often this technology is built into a device, so a dongle is not need.

Logitech USB Unifying Receiver 4.7gz Wireless: A common frequency used for wireless devices to connect to other devices. Typically, a USB dongle is plugged into your computer. This is the receiver your computer uses to connect with signal sent out from your wireless headset.

How a headset sits on your ears

In-Ear: The speaker unit is in your ear. (EG. Earbuds, AirPods, etc.)

On-ear: The speaker foam pad sits on your ear. These cover less of the ear, which may impact sound quality. More outside noise can be heard while using them. This also means they are both cooler on your ear, lighter on your head, and are easier to take on and off.

Over-Ear: The earmuffs envelop your ear entirely. Often considered to be the most comfortable when wearing for long periods of time. They will block out more external noise, even if not designed explicitly to do so. Over-ear headsets tend to be warmer on your ears, and heavier overall. In exchange for the increased bulk, you often get better sound quality. This is because the design has more room for the speaker components compared to the other two options.