Audio and Video Device Management

Overview

The device management feature allows you to customize which audio and video devices your Vodia PBX system uses for different functions. You can select specific speakers for alerts and conversations, choose your preferred microphone for audio input, and configure your video camera for video calls. The system also supports connecting compatible headsets for a more integrated experience.

Getting Started

Before configuring your devices, ensure that:

• Your audio and video devices are properly connected to your computer
• You have granted browser permissions for audio and video access
• You are using a supported browser (Chrome recommended)

How to Configure Audio and Video Devices

1. Navigate to the device settings screen in your Vodia PBX interface.
2. You'll see a form with several dropdown menus for different device types.
3. Select your preferred devices from each dropdown menu.
4. Click the "Save" button to apply your changes.

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If you connect or disconnect devices after loading this screen, you may need to refresh the page to see the updated device list.

Available Device Settings

Speaker for Alerts

Setting	Description
Setting Name	"Choose speaker for alerts"
What it does	Selects which speaker device will play ringtones and other alert sounds
Options	All connected audio output devices will be listed
Default	System default audio output device

Speaker for Conversation

Setting	Description
Setting Name	"Choose speaker for conversation"
What it does	Selects which speaker device will play the audio from your calls
Options	All connected audio output devices will be listed
Default	System default audio output device

Microphone Selection

Setting	Description
Setting Name	"Choose microphone"
What it does	Selects which microphone will capture your voice during calls
Options	All connected audio input devices will be listed
Default	System default microphone

Camera Selection

Setting	Description
Setting Name	"Choose camera"
What it does	Selects which camera will be used for video calls
Options	All connected video input devices will be listed
Default	System default camera

How to Connect a Headset

If you have a compatible headset (such as Yealink or Jabra models), you can connect it to control call functions directly from the headset:

1. Under "Connect to a headset", click the headset icon button.
2. When prompted by your browser, select your headset from the list of available HID devices.
3. Click "Pair" or "Connect" to establish the connection.
4. Once connected, your headset buttons can be used to answer calls, hang up, and control other call functions.

tip

When a compatible headset is connected, you can use its physical buttons to answer incoming calls or end active calls without needing to use the software interface.

Supported Headset Features

When using a compatible headset:

• The headset will ring when you receive incoming calls
• You can answer calls by pressing the appropriate button on your headset
• You can end calls using your headset's hang-up button
• LED status indicators on your headset will reflect your current call status

Troubleshooting

Cannot see any devices in the dropdown menus

• Make sure you've granted the necessary browser permissions for audio and video access
• Check that your devices are properly connected to your computer
• Try refreshing the page to trigger a new device scan
• Restart your browser if permissions were recently granted

Headset button not working

• Ensure your headset is fully compatible with the Vodia PBX system
• Check that you've successfully paired the headset by clicking the headset icon
• Some headset functions may vary depending on your specific headset model
• Try disconnecting and reconnecting the headset

Audio quality issues

• Try selecting different audio devices from the dropdown menus
• Ensure you don't have the same device selected for both alerts and conversation if experiencing echo
• Check your device's volume levels in your operating system settings

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