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OBi202 VoIP Phone Adapter with Router, 2-Phone Ports, T.38 Fax (Unlocked)
Brand | Poly |
Model Name | OBI202 |
Special Feature | Supports T.38 fax standard for facsimile calls, Supports two VoIP Lines |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Included Components | VoIP Gateway |
Color | Black |
Item Weight | 9 Ounces |
Operating System | Custom |
Number of Ports | 2 |
About this item
- VoIP ATA Supports 4 VoIP Accts (SIP) for BYOD Services; Works with Google Voice, Anveo, Callcentric, Vitelity, VoIP.ms
- OBi Calling Features: Caller ID, Call Forward, Anonymous Caller Blocking, Message Waiting Indication, Three Way Conference Calling
- OBiTALK Portal Features: Manage Your OBi, Connect to Your Friends' OBi Devices, Add Services, Download Apps for PC, Speed Dial Up to 99 OBi Endpoints or Phone Numbers
- Make free calls on the OBiTALK Network - Connect to other OBi Devices or use the free OBiON for iPhone and Android applications.
- Works with USB Accessory Products from Obihai: OBiWiFi, OBiBT, OBiLINE
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In 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, along with their team at NASA were on a mission… to the moon. And they took our headsets with them. That was more than 50 years ago, and since then we have continued to enable seamless work from anywhere.
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Tech Support | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.8 |
Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.1 | — |
Easy to install | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.1 | — |
Value for money | — | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
WiFi signal | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | AOMA DEALS |
connectivity tech | — | Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet | Ethernet | LAN |
number of ports | 2 | — | — | 1 |
data transfer rate | — | 1 gigabits per second | — | 100 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 N | 802 11 AC | 802 11 AC | — |
frequency band class | — | dual band | dual band | — |
voltage | 12 volts | — | — | 110.0 volts, 220.0 volts |
From the manufacturer
OBi202 VoIP Phone Adapter
With an OBi device and your existing broadband Internet connection, from the comfort of your home phone, you have the power to make and receive phone calls using a multitude of VoIP services for free or at a fraction of the cost a traditional telco would charge. Local, long distance and even international calling are all possible.
The OBi200 and OBi202 support up to four (4) VoIP services like Google Voice, Anveo, PhonePower, VoIPms and a multitude of 'Bring Your Own Device' Internet phone services. Get the lowest cost local and international calls with service providers of your choice. Calls to other OBi devices are always free via the OBiTALK network.
It is easy to save money with an OBi!
Google Voice
Free Premium Features with OBi and Google Voice
- Works with Google Voice
- Caller ID
- Call forwarding
- Call waiting
- 3-way calls
- Faxing
- Block anonymous calls
Details
- Use Google Voice with the OBi and enjoy free calls inside the USA and Canada
- Call internationally at amazingly low rates to over 150 destinations
- When someone calls, ring multiple OBi devices, anywhere
- Block unwanted nuisance and tele-marketer calls
- Voicemail that acts like email
- Designed, developed and supported in the USA
Amazingly Simple Setup
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Why You Will Love the Polycom OBi
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Works with Google VoiceGoogle Voice provides the ability to make calls in the US and Canada, using your broadband Internet and a regular home phone. It's easy to save with OBi! |
Easy Setup & Remote AccessWith our cloud-managed OBiTALK web portal, the consumer has all the tools needed to make any changes necessary. Anytime from anywhere. |
Not Locked to Any ServiceEnjoy the freedom of choice. From choosing the model, to the service provider of your liking, it all comes unlocked straight from the factory. |
Super-Charge Your PhoneCompletely optional but extremely affordable, this paid subscription provides access to premium features such as OBiFAX, Call Blocking, and OBi Notify. |
OBi200 | OBi202 | |
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Customer Reviews |
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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Ideal For | Home | Home or Small Business |
Easy OBiTALK Setup | ✓ | ✓ |
Free OBi to OBi calling | ✓ | ✓ |
VoIP Services Supported | 4 | 4 |
2-Port Internet Router with Voice Packet Prioritization | - | ✓ |
Reliable Faxing T.38 Protocol | ✓ | ✓ |
Power Adapter | 100-240 volt switching power adapter | 100-240 volt switching power adapter |
Call Capacity | 1 phone call or fax call | 2 phone calls or fax calls simultaneously |
USB port for OBiWiFi5G, OBiBT, OBiLINE | ✓ | ✓ |
Ports | 1 FXS port | 2 FXS ports |
OBiWiFi5G | OBiBT | OBiLINE | |
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Optional USB Accessories | The OBiWiFi5G wireless adapter allows you to wirelessly connect your VoIP device to the Internet. | The OBiBT Bluetooth wireless adapter allows a USB-equipped OBi device to pair with a mobile phone. | The OBiLINE adapter allows a USB-equipped OBi device to make calls to a land-line service from phones connected to the OBi. |
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Product Dimensions | 4.1 x 4.5 x 1.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 9 ounces |
ASIN | B007D930YO |
Item model number | OBI202 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #193,029 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products) #320 in VoIP Phones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 25, 2012 |
Manufacturer | Poly |
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Product Description
Product Name: OBi202 VoIP Telephone Adapter with 2-Phone Ports, Router and USB- Product Description: With the OBi202, you are in control of your digital and analog communications life. Via the OBi202's two (2) on-board phone connections as well as via the Internet to other OBi endpoints via Obihai's free OBiTALK network or up to four (4) available VoIP services including a multitude of SIP Internet phone services, you have the power make and receive phone calls and faxes as well as bridge mobile, fixed line and Internet telephone services. The OBi202 supports the T. 38 fax standard for reliable facsimile calls over the Internet. Important Note: Google Voice not supported after May 15, 2014. - Product Type: VoIP GatewayInterfaces/Ports - PoE (RJ-45) Port: No - USB: Yes - Management Port: No - Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 2 - Number of FXS (RJ-11) Ports: 2 Network and Communication - Ethernet Technology: Fast Ethernet - Network Standard: 10/100Base-TX Physical Characteristics - Form Factor: Wall Mountable
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Customers like the ease of setup, google voice compatibility, and fax capability of the networking router. They mention that it's very easy to set up and connect the line to your existing phone wiring. They also appreciate the sound quality, value, and performance of the product. That said, opinions are mixed on call quality and connectivity.
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Customers like the performance of the networking router. For example, they mention it works well, it works perfectly with the Obi202, and has no problems making phone calls. Some say the set-up can be difficult and frustrating. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...Its just a great device that works...." Read more
"...- Works very well. - Can use POTS style phone equipment...." Read more
"This VoIP adapter is working well for me. I set it up with 2 lines using google voice for both numbers. One for voice and the other for faxing...." Read more
"...discovering how powerful this is, how versatile it is, and how well it functions.Some background before I continue about this device...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the networking router to be easy. They mention that the setup wizard is good and clear, and the product is easy to connect to their existing phone wiring. They also appreciate the user-friendly interface and functionality. Customers also say that the technical support is excellent, and that the product has an immense array of configuration options. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of setup and functionality of the product.
"The Obi device is as advertised. Basic wired installation was quick and simple...." Read more
"...Pros: - Affordable. - Relatively simple to setup...." Read more
"...Very easy to set up. Opened up a free Google g-mail account and selected a free Google Voice phone number in my area code...." Read more
"...The voice quality is excellent. The user friendly interface and functionality is the best I have encountered based on my prior experience with this..." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the networking router. They say that the sound of incoming and outgoing calls is tremendously improved over their old VoIP service, and the calls are crystal clear. They also mention that the signal is great and there is no detectable noise. Customers also say that international calls are cheap.
"...There was no drop off in call quality with the wireless connection. Its just a great device that works...." Read more
"...- Modest power requirements and completely silent (in contrast to a PBX server which is overkill for me anyway) - Works very well. -..." Read more
"...The voice quality is still excellent with hard wired phone base (which supports 4 wireless phones) connected directly to the OBi202...." Read more
"...One for voice and the other for faxing. Call quality is good for voice and Google Voice functionality is great to have..." Read more
Customers like the value of the router. They say it is affordable, simple to setup, and worth every penny. They also say it saves them a lot of money with reasonable out of US rates and provides voice mail. Customers also mention that there are no monthly or annual fees for phone service. They feel that it pays for itself within three months and has great international rates.
"...Pros: - Affordable. - Relatively simple to setup...." Read more
"...There are all sorts of options, but this is the most economical (no cost expect the cost of the device) and was incredibly easy to set up...." Read more
"...system is the FREE local and long distance calls, no annual fees and no taxes, like Comcast or the other VoIP boxes which all have annual or monthly..." Read more
"...Coming from a Vonage plan, this thing pays for itself within just three months, will save me close to $500 every year in the future...." Read more
Customers like the google voice compatibility of the networking router. They say it's good for voice, works with Google Voice or other third party Voip providers at low cost, and enables the landline with Google voice. The service adds lots of features and is totally free. Some say that the unit works well with two Google voice lines and has been working flawlessly for about a month.
"...Call quality is good for voice and Google Voice functionality is great to have..." Read more
"...When I first got it the unit worked well with two Google voice lines and last week it started dropping calls after about 10 minutes...." Read more
"...The OBi202 works with many other telephone services. In almost all cases, those services are light-years ahead of what Google Voice provided...." Read more
"...Google Voice is interesting, and I would encourage prospective OBi buyers to create a Google Voice account and try out some of its free features..." Read more
Customers like the fax capability of the router. For example, they say it works perfectly for receiving faxes, and fully capable of sending and receiving faxes without any issues. Some mention that it supports internet fax with the T.38 standard. Overall, most are satisfied with the faxing capabilities of the product.
"...This device not only supports up to 4 VOIP services, it also supports internet fax with the T.38 standard..." Read more
"...This device also supports faxing...." Read more
"...they have a lot ot offer with their service such as number clone, fax-capability, voice-to-email, etc, etc... I wasn't ready to spend more $$ on..." Read more
"...Also, there is some quirkiness faxing sometimes. These were the reasons I didn't give 5 stars...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the router. Some mention that it offers many options to connect your phones to your broadband internet, such as the two analog phone line capability and multiple VOIP services. However, others say that it would not make a connection and would not reconnect on its own. Some say that the device works flawlessly with a few hiccups disconnecting from the internet.
"...This translates to a large selection of phones, headsets, call recorders, etc. at affordable prices...." Read more
"...The Obi system no longer randomly disconnects and is always working.Original review:..." Read more
"...I was unable to make the initial connection even though I had added the Obi MAC address to my settings...." Read more
"...This device not only supports up to 4 VOIP services, it also supports internet fax with the T.38 standard..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the call quality of the networking router. Some mention that it offers free calls to US and Canada, and cheap international rates. They also like the voice mail feature and the direct international dialing feature. However, others say that it wouldn't make outgoing calls, their home phone would not ring with incoming calls, and the call clarity can be inconsistent.
"...911: GV does not provide 911 emergency service and there are many options available listed on web sites and blogs...." Read more
"...with "amazing features" you can get such as caller ID, custom call blocking," etc...." Read more
"...well with two Google voice lines and last week it started dropping calls after about 10 minutes...." Read more
"...For those who are not aware, Google Voice experienced periodic outages and erratic quality that should cause discerning users to rate GV as an..." Read more
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PASSWORDS: If you use Google Voice (GV) with the Obi, you have to give Obihai your GV password to store on their servers. Because of this, I set up a new Gmail/GV account only be used for the Obi. This prevents you from having to provide passwords to your main email account. Also, make sure you have the Chat function checked in your GV settings before making calls.
MAC FILTERING: If you use MAC filtering in your router/modem settings, be sure to disable it before trying to make a wireless connection. I was unable to make the initial connection even though I had added the Obi MAC address to my settings. Once disabled, the connection worked automatically. I enabled MAC filtering after making the wireless connection and everything worked but when I unplugged it and powered it back on again, the connection once again failed. Based on this, it appears if there is a power outage and you have MAC filtering enabled, you will not have phone service restored until you manually disable MAC filtering on your router/modem. However, if you leave MAC filtering disabled, the wireless connection will be made automatically once power is restored. MAC filtering had no effect when the Obi was hard wired. I contacted Obi support and they recommend that MAC filtering is always disabled when using the wireless adapter.
PORTING: You can keep the GV number assigned to your account for free or you can port over an existing cell number for $20. I wanted to keep my old AT&T land line number which meant I had a extra step. This ended up being the cheapest and easiest way to do that. If you want to keep your current phone number, go to the Google Voice site to verify that your current number can be ported.
1. I went to the Tracfone site to verify that they could also port my current number. Then I bought a pay as you go Tracfone from Walmart for $10 that included 10 airtime minutes good for 60 days. You will need a few airtime minutes to complete the porting process.
2. Activate the phone using the Tracfone web site and select the option to port an existing number (in this case my AT&T land line number). Tracfone ported the land line number to the cell phone in less than 2 days and they contacted AT&T to disconnect their service. No having to spend time on the phone with any customer service reps to get this done.
3. Once the land line number is ported to the cell phone, go to your GV account and request to port that number to GV. There is a $20 charge so you will need to set up a Google Play account. You also need the account number of your cell phone to complete the request. If you port from Tracfone, your account number is the phone's serial number.
4. Google will complete the port within 24 hours and you're done. GV will let Tracfone know to disconnect the pay as you go phone. That's it. In this case it took three days and $30 to port from a land line to a cell phone to GV. One of your phones will always be working during the porting process so you are never without service.
911: GV does not provide 911 emergency service and there are many options available listed on web sites and blogs. I contacted my local emergency dispatch center (you can find them on your county web site or phone book) and asked if they had a local 7 digit number that would connect me to the same dispatch center as if I dialed 911. They provided a local number (XXX-0911) which I programmed into the phone on speed dial and free 911 service.
CALL SCREENING: The default settings on the Obi firmware causes issues with GV Call Screening and the main phone hooked up to the Obi. In short, the X_CallScreening option in the Obi dashboard needs to be disabled for GV Call Screening to work with the primary Obi phone. However, doing this will require that you have to press "1" to answer all incoming calls or "2" to screen a call. This seemed like more trouble than it was worth so I left X_SkipCallScreening at the factory default of enabled. But it will work if you think its worth it.
Overall, the Obi paired with Google Voice provides everything I need with a home phone service at no monthly cost.
Fast forward to the introduction of Google Voice; now I could give out just one phone number to anyone, and have it be usable from either home, mobile, or even the office; fantastic! After some time, I signed up for a cell plan which was unlimited for anything (talk, text, data). I had already for some time had such good nationwide coverage that roaming charges were no longer a concern. So now reasons to keep paying for a landline were diminishing more and more. About the only advantage left was the ability to send or receive a very occasional fax. Well that wasn't enough to justify the monthly expense so away it went with only cell service remaining.
I carried on like this for some years with just an unlimited cell plan and a Google Voice account. In my home I would sometimes use computer headset with the Google Hangouts web app so I didn't have to hold my cell phone (or place it on speaker) on longer calls. I would stumble across murmurings about using VOIP phones with GV (through a DIY Astersik PBX). And although deploying and configuring servers isn't at all intimidating to me, the investment in additional equipment and time needed to learn the specifics of PBX deployment, kept the whole idea on a slow simmer in the back of my mind. Things went on like this for quite some time.
Fast forward to now and the acquisition of this OBiHai device. I can now bridge a standard, wired, home phone infrastructure to my Google Voice service. This allows any POTS (plain old telephone system) style phone to be used again in the home. That's nice for my family because it greatly broadens the options for hands free headsets, plus the quality is so much better than cell. In fact, we can use fax equipment again and not have to pay for a cloud based fax service.
Here I'll lay out the pros and cons of purchasing and using this device (with Google Voice, though I understand it works with several other VOIP services as well).
Pros:
- Affordable.
- Relatively simple to setup.
- Modest power requirements and completely silent (in contrast to a PBX server which is overkill for me anyway)
- Works very well.
- Can use POTS style phone equipment. This translates to a large selection of phones, headsets, call recorders, etc. at affordable prices.
Cons:
- The silk-screened legend for the operational LEDs are upside down if you mount the unit on it's vertical mount points (although they are right side up if placed on a desk). I wouldn't normally bother to even mention that because it matters so little to me, but I'm having to scratch pretty hard to come up with anything negative to say about this.
- Buying this ended up making me upset; upset that I didn't get one sooner that is!
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- Sound quality is 100%
- All calling features such as CallerID work great.
- Easy to setup if you follow Voip.ms guide.
- Reboots in about 5 seconds when you make changes (really fast).
- Supports all 3 major codecs
This device has literally hundreds of configurable options. You'll probably only ever use 10-15 of them. It's not a click click your done type of device. But it isn't meant to be.
If you use this with Voip.ms you'll have no problems. And I highly recommend Voip.ms by the way. Sound quality is exactly the same as land line. I had my Canadian phone number ported from Rogers within 4 business days. They have Points of Presence in many major cities within North America and are super affordable. I was paying Rogers about $40/month for home phone service. Now I pay Voip.ms about $5-$8/month and have waaaay more flexibility.
This is the box to have if your switching over to your own Voip provider.
Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2020