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General Support => On-Topic: Obihai and OBi Products => Topic started by: Lavarock7 on March 30, 2021, 09:50:27 AM

Title: Obi2182
Post by: Lavarock7 on March 30, 2021, 09:50:27 AM
The 2182's are back on sale at Amazon. The link in the upper right of the forum works. I would have posted this last night but wanted to make sure that *I* got one ordered first :-)
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on March 30, 2021, 12:24:44 PM
I got notified by CamelCamelCamel.com of the price change. Now do I or not. I don't need another OBi2182 but it's tempting.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Lavarock7 on March 30, 2021, 03:20:58 PM
I bought a second one because if I decide not to use it, someone else will (I have helped numerous people get into VOIP).

When you want one and see the only ones are in the $200's you may have second thoughts. They are $269+ shipping on Ebay.

They went from 13 available a few hours ago to 8 at the moment.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 09:45:50 AM
Guess What!!!
The OBi2182 is now $49.99 on Amazon. I just couldn't resist. I figure it's a good investment.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: drgeoff on April 08, 2021, 10:59:00 AM
Quote from: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 09:45:50 AM
Guess What!!!
The OBi2182 is now $49.99 on Amazon. I just couldn't resist. I figure it's a good investment.

That looks like a pricing error or someone dumping existing stock. There is no way that at least one business in the manufacturing to Amazon customer chain is not making a loss.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 11:45:54 AM
Quote from: drgeoff on April 08, 2021, 10:59:00 AM
Quote from: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 09:45:50 AM
Guess What!!!
The OBi2182 is now $49.99 on Amazon. I just couldn't resist. I figure it's a good investment.

That looks like a pricing error or someone dumping existing stock. There is no way that at least one business in the manufacturing to Amazon customer chain is not making a loss.

Well, I ordered one for $49.99 and should have it next week.

Here is an Amazon bargain I got last year. I got a Surveyors Tripod that I use with my Laser Lever for $0.25 plus tax for a total of 27 cents with FREE shipping.


Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 11:50:21 AM
I just got the tracking number for FedEx and is going to be delivered April 13 to 16.

Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Taoman on April 08, 2021, 12:16:32 PM
Had to jump on it at this price even though I don't need it. With my Amazon VISA reward points my total cost was $40.96. Just could not resist at this price point.

Curse you Amazon! FOMO definitely has it's grip on me.  :-\
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 08, 2021, 02:03:03 PM
Quote from: Taoman on April 08, 2021, 12:16:32 PM
Had to jump on it at this price even though I don't need it. With my Amazon VISA reward points my total cost was $40.96. Just could not resist at this price point.

Curse you Amazon! FOMO definitely has it's grip on me.  :-\

Ha!  Classic.  I bought one of the on-sale OBi 200s, not needing it, so I know what you mean.  I figured that I'd end up giving it to a friend at some point.

I do wonder about that "too good to be true" price.  Look at the seller.  It's in an unlabeled industrial building (rental), and I suspect this was some sort of scavenger deal on EOL stock.  I'll be curious to learn how it works out for you two.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 02:23:42 PM
There are 20 left in stock. I think that when it gets down to zero, the price will go back up. Better get them while their hot.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 08, 2021, 02:48:32 PM
N7AS, It would be nice if you'd get rid of that gigantic speed test graphic that you have attached to every post (in your signature).  It takes up more space than your posts themselves.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 03:00:24 PM
Yea I know. I tried to reduce the size with a BB Code, but without success. I think I will just get rid of it now.

Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 03:02:40 PM
How's that?
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Taoman on April 08, 2021, 03:15:24 PM
Quote from: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 02:23:42 PM
There are 20 left in stock. I think that when it gets down to zero, the price will go back up.

Remains to be seen. When I bought mine the count went down to 19. A few minutes later it was back to 20 left in stock. Sometime later I checked again and it said 18 left. Then a few minutes later it was back to 20.

PS. Yes, it is MUCH better without the speed test graphic in your posts.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 08, 2021, 03:21:54 PM
Quote from: N7AS on April 08, 2021, 03:02:40 PM
How's that?


Thanks!
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Taoman on April 09, 2021, 01:31:27 PM
Anyone know of a wireless headset that works reliably with the OBi2182? And is a bluetooth headset still supported?

I'm a total noob when it comes to headsets. Any info greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 09, 2021, 05:59:46 PM
Quote from: Taoman on April 09, 2021, 01:31:27 PM
Anyone know of a wireless headset that works reliably with the OBi2182? And is a bluetooth headset still supported?

I'm a total noob when it comes to headsets. Any info greatly appreciated.

You're in luck, since I'm the headset nerd.

The phone supports hardwired 3.5mm analog headsets, RJ-9 hardwired or DECT 6.0 headsets, and Bluetooth headsets.  Pick your poison.

Any mainstream Bluetooth headset designed for mobile phones should work.  The audio quality and range aren't great, but they're inexpensive.  I'd start with that.

Professional-class headsets connect to the RJ-9 headset jack on the underside of the phone.  Desk workers typically use ones that are simply hardwired to an amplifier/base.  The more expensive version is the DECT 6.0 headset, which will work for several hundred yards and have very high quality audio.

I use GN/Jabra DECT headsets.  Here's a good article comparing DECT with Bluetooth headsets; Jabra makes both.

https://www.jabra.com/blog/dect-vs-bluetooth-how-to-choose-right-wireless-headset/ (https://www.jabra.com/blog/dect-vs-bluetooth-how-to-choose-right-wireless-headset/)

Plantronics Bluetooth headsets are also good, although I've had audio quality issues with them.

I have the mono version this Jabra headset attached to one of my two 2182s:

https://www.jabra.com/business/office-headsets/jabra-engage/jabra-engage-75#/#9556-583-125 (https://www.jabra.com/business/office-headsets/jabra-engage/jabra-engage-75#/#9556-583-125)

They are insanely expensive, but you can usually find them discounted.  The Jabra Evolve 65 or 75 are cheaper and good enough for most applications.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Taoman on April 10, 2021, 05:42:14 AM
Quote from: SteveInWA on April 09, 2021, 05:59:46 PM

You're in luck, since I'm the headset nerd.

Thank you for your detailed response.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 11, 2021, 01:31:01 PM
I forgot to mention, that USB-attached headsets also work very well, if you don't mind a corded solution.

For example, this one is very inexpensive, with good sound quality. 

https://www.provantage.com/v7-hu521-2np~7VSEV1WC.htm (https://www.provantage.com/v7-hu521-2np~7VSEV1WC.htm)

I suppose any USB-attached gaming headset would also work.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 02:46:20 PM
I just received my OBi2182 today via FedEX. It's brand new with all the stuff in the box.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 06:38:22 PM
I still can't resist. I am going to order one more.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 07:12:05 PM
They had 20 left in stock less than an hour ago.

It's now 7:08 pm and now they are not available.

Where did those 20 go?
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Taoman on April 13, 2021, 07:19:12 PM
Quote from: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 07:12:05 PM
Where did those 20 go?


They are still there but now they are listed as "renewed." Are you absolutely 100% sure the device you received is new in the box and not renewed/reconditioned??
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 07:52:21 PM
as far as I can tell, it is in the same box as I got with my original OBi2182 except it says Polycom on the front above the display.
I saw 3 of them on eBay Buy-It-Now for $160.00, $200.00, and $269.99 listed as Brand New.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Taoman on April 13, 2021, 08:11:04 PM
Isn't this the same listing as before?

https://www.amazon.com/Obihai-OBi2000-Gigabit-Phones-OBi2182/dp/B076JKV5CL?tag=ds0233-20 (https://www.amazon.com/Obihai-OBi2000-Gigabit-Phones-OBi2182/dp/B076JKV5CL?tag=ds0233-20)
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 08:29:20 PM
Quote from: Taoman on April 13, 2021, 08:11:04 PM
Isn't this the same listing as before?

https://www.amazon.com/Obihai-OBi2000-Gigabit-Phones-OBi2182/dp/B076JKV5CL?tag=ds0233-20 (https://www.amazon.com/Obihai-OBi2000-Gigabit-Phones-OBi2182/dp/B076JKV5CL?tag=ds0233-20)

Yea, That's the same listing before they were listed as Unavailable.
I better go and bite another bullet for my second one.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 13, 2021, 08:34:55 PM
What the hell. I just bought 2 more.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: Lavarock7 on April 27, 2021, 04:00:51 AM
Well? How do you like the 2182's now? :-) It sounds as though you can have a new 2182 for each new inbound call :-)
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: dudly on April 27, 2021, 08:25:01 AM
Just checked Amazon.  The price has gone up to $59.99 and they are in stock.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: bluechip on April 27, 2021, 11:06:29 AM
Must the Obitalk website be used to set up the Obi2128? Alternatively, is it possible to log into the Obi2128 with a web browser and set it up manually (like you can do with the ATA boxes)?

Can the Obi2128 be setup and used with a VOIP provider (Callcentric or Localphone), without involving the Obitalk website and without using Google voice?

If the Obitalk website is discontinued (no longer available) could the Obi2128 be used without it (set up for Callcentric or Localphone)?

Thanks for any information...
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 27, 2021, 02:45:46 PM
Quote from: bluechip on April 27, 2021, 11:06:29 AM
Must the Obitalk website be used to set up the Obi2128? Alternatively, is it possible to log into the Obi2128 with a web browser and set it up manually (like you can do with the ATA boxes)?

Can the Obi2128 be setup and used with a VOIP provider (Callcentric or Localphone), without involving the Obitalk website and without using Google voice?

If the Obitalk website is discontinued (no longer available) could the Obi2128 be used without it (set up for Callcentric or Localphone)?

Thanks for any information...

Yes, you can configure everything (except Google Voice) directly on the phone's embedded web server, just as you can with the OBi 200 and other OBi ATAs.

Pick up the phone and key in ***1 to get the phone's IP address, or view it on the screen under Settings-->Network.

The default login credentials are admin/admin
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: bluechip on April 27, 2021, 08:11:28 PM
SteveInWA, Thanks for your speedy answer. Looks good!

If possible could you also post either a few screenshots showing what "the phone's embedded web server" looks like, or post a link to documentation where they can be found.

I just wanted to make sure that the OBi2182 doesn't become abandoned hardware, that would have no use if OBiTALK eventually went away.

Much appreciated...
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 28, 2021, 02:29:23 PM
Simply open a web browser, type in the IP address in the address bar, and you'll see it.  By "embedded web server", I mean:  any network-attached device that can be controlled via its IP address is running a very simple web server, and the human user interface you see is being generated by that web server.

See the main page in my attached screenshot.  See the admin guide for details:

https://www.obitalk.com/info/documents/admin_guide/OBiDeviceAdminGuide.pdf (https://www.obitalk.com/info/documents/admin_guide/OBiDeviceAdminGuide.pdf)

Note that the link above and my screenshot are for OBi ATAs, but the same concept applies to the IP phones.

https://www.obitalk.com/info/documents/admin_guide/OBiPhoneAdminGuide.pdf (https://www.obitalk.com/info/documents/admin_guide/OBiPhoneAdminGuide.pdf)
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: N7AS on April 28, 2021, 10:34:49 PM
Quote from: bluechip on April 28, 2021, 06:18:50 PM
I believe you and that's great news. However, this info is not contained in the OBi2182 Quck Start Guide, which only shows the OBi2182 being setup with OBiTALK. Since I don't intend using OBiTALK with Google Voice, I'd feel much more comfortable ordering an OBi2182 if someone could please upload some actual screen snapshots of the GUI web display for an OBi2182. As noted, your screen snapshot was for an OBi ATA, not an OBi2182. I'd very much like to see a User Manual for the OBi2182 which shows how this telephone can be set up without OBiTALK. Much thanks for any further comments, ideas, or feedback.

Is anyone in the forum using the OBi2182 without OBiTALK (i.e., on Callcentric)?

I use an OBi2182 and think I have a user manual somewhere on my pc. I will have to see if I can find it.



Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: drgeoff on April 29, 2021, 12:04:34 AM
The Obiphone Admin Guide is downloadable. Follow the link to documents at the bottom of obitalk.com or the link on your dashboard.

The onboard webserver pages have the same look and feel as the screenshot already posted by SteveInWA.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: SteveInWA on April 29, 2021, 02:17:36 AM
Quote from: N7AS on April 28, 2021, 10:34:49 PM
Quote from: bluechip on April 28, 2021, 06:18:50 PM
I believe you and that's great news. However, this info is not contained in the OBi2182 Quck Start Guide, which only shows the OBi2182 being setup with OBiTALK. Since I don't intend using OBiTALK with Google Voice, I'd feel much more comfortable ordering an OBi2182 if someone could please upload some actual screen snapshots of the GUI web display for an OBi2182. As noted, your screen snapshot was for an OBi ATA, not an OBi2182. I'd very much like to see a User Manual for the OBi2182 which shows how this telephone can be set up without OBiTALK. Much thanks for any further comments, ideas, or feedback.

Is anyone in the forum using the OBi2182 without OBiTALK (i.e., on Callcentric)?

I use an OBi2182 and think I have a user manual somewhere on my pc. I will have to see if I can find it.

I already posted the download link in my post, above.
Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: jccpa on May 07, 2021, 08:34:18 PM
Thanks for the heads up on this. I picked up 2 from that link and 1 new one from another link for $59.

Had to return one of the refurbed ones. It had terrible cutouts and skips and delays over wifi. Fine over ethernet. The other ones were perfect over the same wifi. I bought another new one to replace it.

Once we fixed the transfer outside GV calls from one 2182 to another 2182, they are doing quite well.

I have used a BT v3 plantronics headset with it. Was "Okay" range was so-so.



Title: Re: Obi2182
Post by: cteben on August 15, 2021, 05:29:48 AM
I use a vtech dect headset with their usb dongle plugged into usb port on the back of the obi2182.  it works well

Quote from: Taoman on April 09, 2021, 01:31:27 PM
Anyone know of a wireless headset that works reliably with the OBi2182? And is a bluetooth headset still supported?

I'm a total noob when it comes to headsets. Any info greatly appreciated.