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Configuring DDI's with Grandstreams UCM6100 Series PBX and 2Talk

Scenario:
With Grandstream Networks UCM6100 Series IP/PBX you can configure Outbound DOD's (DDI's). An example of why you would use this might be that you wish to only register 6 trunks on your UCM and then have 30 DDI numbers each assigned to extensions on the UCM. Each extension on the PBX when dialling outbound will use on of the 6 available trunks and present its own configured DDI number as the caller id instead of the trunks caller id.

Upgrading firmware on the Grandstream DP750 Base and DP720 DECT IP Phone

Scenario:
With the release of Grandstream Networks latest DECT IP Phone we thought we would blog how to upgrade the firmware on both DP750 Basestation and the DP720 handset.

How to register Grandstream DP720 DECT IP Phone with DP750 Base Station

Scenario:
Grandstream Networks have just released their latest DECT IP Phone and Basestation which supersedes the DP715 and DP710. Previously the DP715 came with the handset and basestation already paired and ready for configuration.

Why don't the default Agent Login and Logout Postfixes work on Grandstream Call Queues

Issue:
When creating a Call Queue your Agents are unable to Login and Logout of the queue using the default Postfix. 

Resolution:
If you are trying to use the default Login and Logout Postfixes (i.e. 6500* to login and 6500** to logout) the call will fail from a Grandstream IP Phone with the default Dial Plan.

How can I view Grandstream IP Cameras on my Mac or iPhone

Scenario:
Ever wondered how to view Grandstream IP Cameras from your Mac? This can be quite a tricky task, as of writing this Grandstream IP Cameras (like a lot of other IP Cameras), use an Active X plugin to stream the live video feed in you web browser. Unfortunately Active X is not supported on Apple devices leaving Mac users with no option but to look at alternatives for viewing their cameras. However there are plenty of applications and different ways that you can achieve this on a Mac - you just have to know how! Let's begin

How do I connect the GXV3504 with analog cameras to the GVR3550?

Scenario:

The GXV3504 can be used to connect up to 4 analog cameras to the Grandstream GVR3550. First ensure the GVR3550 is running firmware 1.0.1.10 or above and the GXV3504 is running firmware 1.0.4.53 or above.

Option One - Search:

1. Navigate to Settings > Camera Management > Search & Config > Search Camera:

Remote IP Camera with Microphone and Speaker Scenario

Scenario:
In this scenario we will configure a Grandstream IP Camera with a built in Microphone and Speaker for remote monitoring. Users will be able to dial into the IP Camera via a SIP application on there mobile phone to view and listen to camera feed whilst also having the ability to speak through the internal speaker or externally mounted speaker attached to the camera depending on the model.

Compatible Cameras:
GXV3615WP_HD (internal mic and speaker)
GXV3610_HD/FHD (internal mic, external speaker not included - 3.5mm)
GXV3674_HD/FHD (external mic and speaker not included - 3.5mm)

Step 1 - Create a Free 2talk VoIP account:
Visit: https://www.2talk.co.nz/signup.html
Signup for a Free 2talk VoIP account

EnGenius VLAN Configuration Example

Scenario:

In the configuration example we will explain how to configure VLANs on an EnGenius Smart POE Family series of switches. We will create 3 VLANs and configure a combination of trunk and access ports for various devices including UniFi UAP Access Points, EAP600 or other EnGenius Access Points, Grandstream IP Phones as well as both wired and wireless laptops.

Network Diagram:

Registering a DP710 handset with a DP715 Base Station

Scenario:
You currently have a Grandstream DP715 and wish to subscribe another handset (DP710).

Preparation:
This guide assumes you have already configured your DP715 correctly (i.e. you can make and receive phone calls).

UCM61xx Series IP/PBX Part 1 - Configuring Extensions

Login to your UCM61xx IP/PBX.
Username: admin
Password: admin
IP Address: Assigned by DHCP - check your UCM61xx display

Create New User (Adding a Single User):
Navigate to PBX >> Basic/Call Routes >> Extensions
Select Create New User and change or amend the following to suit your company.

Grandstream Peering IP Camera and IP Phone Scenario

Scenario:
In this scenario we will be using a Grandstream Multimedia IP Phone to access a Grandstream IP Camera. We will also set the IP Camera to automatically dial the IP Phone when motion is detected and even set the IP Phone to automatically answer the call.

Configure Grandstream DP715 for 2talk

Scenario:
In this article we will explain the basic configuration required to configure the Grandstream DP715 Handset for use with 2Talk.

Grandstream Firmware Upgrade Procedure

Scenario:
In this article we will explain the different ways to upgrade your Grandstream device. Supported methods include TFTP, HTTP, HTTPS or File Upload.

Grandstream Peer to Peer Gateways Configuration

Scenario:
In this scenario we will explain how to use the Grandstream GXW410x and GXW400x to extend an Analog Line over IP without a SIP Server).

Grandstream HandyTone Peer to Peer Configuration

Scenario:
In this scenario we will explain how to use the Grandstream HT502 and HT503 to extend an Analog Line over IP without a SIP Server).