WIFI / DECT

Polycom - KIRK DECT: Wireless solutions for business

All Polycom KIRK DECT wireless solutions are modular, add-on voice communication solutions. They are GAP compliant systems, based on the Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) technology, and are compatible with most existing traditional and VoIP telephony platforms.

With a range of interfaces to telephony platforms including analogue, ISDN and IP (both SIP and Cisco skinny), system sizes ranging from 2 to over 4,000 users and handsets for virtually every application, there is a KIRK DECT solution that meets your specific needs.

Why Choose DECT?

Designed specifically to carry wireless voice, DECT is currently the technology most capable of meeting the very high expectations of users who are serious about their onsite communications.

DECT Benefits:

• Consistently high level of voice quality
• Ready for industry handsets
• Multi-cellular structure with seamless handover
• Dedicated radio frequencies
• Standardisation
• Security

DECT Handsets & DECT Cordless HandsetsKIRK offers a choice of DECT handsets, providing users with greater flexibility to tailor a solution to match their exact needs

Polycom KIRK 7010
Designed specifically for healthcare applications, the 7010 is IP54 rated, is disinfectant resistant and features an alarm button enabling users to summon asssitance if required.

Polycom KIRK 6040
The advanced solution for heavy industrial users, lone workers and other workers in high risk, harsh environment. In addition to the features of the 6020, the 6040 also supports Bluetooth headset support and a range of advanced personal safety options.

Polycom KIRK 6020
The KIRK 6020 is an IP64 classified handset that combines durability with maximum functionality. Designed for harsh industrial and manufacturing environments. the 6020 features an alarm button enabling users to easily summon assistance in the event of an emergency.

Polycom KIRK 5040
The KIRK 5040 offers the same features as the KIRK 5020, but supports connection to Bluetooth headsets in place of a headset jack.

Polycom KIRK 5020
The KIRK 5020 is a sleek new phone designed for use by managers and administrators. Advanced features including a colour screen and intuitive user interface makes the 5020 the handset of choice for discerning users.

Polycom KIRK 4080
The KIRK 4080 is the ultimate Dect Cordless handset for environments with special conditions and regulations. The KIRK 4080 has the same features as the KIRK 4040, but also features an IEC/Ex rating for intrinsic safety and is ATEX and IEC approved according to European and International Standards. The 4080 has an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance.

The KIRK 4080 is targeted at potentially explosive work environments. Areas of application include, but are not restricted to, oil, gas and chemical production as well as dust-filled environments within the wood-processing, ingredients and food industries

Polycom KIRK 4040
The KIRK 4040 handset is a robust, well designed and fully featured handset. It meets demands for easy mobility and is built for long-term dependability in harsh environments. The KIRK 4040 has an IP54 classification, providing resistance to dust and splashing water.

Polycom KIRK 4020
The KIRK 4020 is a robust, well designed and price competitive handset. It meets demands for mobility around the workplace and is built for long-term dependability in harsh environments.

KIRK DECT Components

Kirk Dect wireless handsets, Kirk Dect systems, Kirk Dect wired base stations, wireless repeaters and more are all part of Polycom's large range.

DECT Wireless Handsets
KIRK DECT offers a wide choice of high quality DECT wireless handsets, providing users with greater flexibility to tailor a solution to match their exact needs. From the robust entry-level 4020 handset, all the way up to the EX rated (intrinsically safe) 4080 for use in potentially explosive environments, there is a handset to suit every user. Importantly, all Kirk Dect Wireless handsets are able to receive and display SMS text messages.

Wired Base Stations

• Up to 128 bases supported (system dependant)
• Supports 4 simultaneous conversations for the KIRK DECT 1500, (6 for the KIRK DECT 500 and 12 for the KIRK DECT 600v3IP)
• Cabled via single twisted pair (no local power required)
• Can be up to 1km from KIRK DECT Wireless Server

Wireless Repeaters

• Up to 128 wireless repeaters per system (system dependant)
• Supports 2 or 4 simultaneous conversations (repeater dependant)
• Requires no telephone cabling (local AC power required)
• Up to three repeaters can be linked in a "multijump"

• Repeaters can be remotely located up to 1km (line of sight) from the main controller (Remote Coverage)

PABX/VOIP Kirk Dect Systems

KIRK DECT Wireless Servers are able to interface to virtually any PABX or IP voice platform, including:

• Analogue
• IP (Cisco CallManager and CallManager Express, H323)
• QSIG ISDN
• Digital E&M

Not only do multiple interfaces ensure compatibility with most voice platforms, but this also enables KIRK users who upgrade from a traditional PABX to an ISDN or IP telephony platform to protect their investment in their KIRK DECT Wireless Servers. All KIRK DECT wireless infrastructure (radio base stations, wireless repeaters, handsets and cabling) can be retained; depending on the KIRK DECT Wireless Server used, simply replace either the analogue interface cards or main controller with its IP or QSIG ISDN equivalent.

KIRK DECT Wireless Server

• Central interface to telephony platform
• Modular systems - expand with user needs (except for KIRK 500/600v3IP)
• Connects to various text messaging platforms
• Support external modem for remote programming / diagnostics
• View the KIRK DECT Wireless Servers Comparison Chart

Text Messaging Interface

Interfaces with an almost unlimited choice of messaging platforms, including;

• Paging
• Nursecall
• Alarms
• LAN base messaging

The capability of KIRK DECT systems to deliver SMS text messages to KIRK DECT cordless handsets means KIRK DECT Wireless Servers provide much more functionality than just wireless PABX extensions, providing an integrated wireless voice and messaging solution suitable for almost all industry applications. Text messages can be sent to individuals or groups, alarms can be raised from KIRK DECT wireless handsets and handsets have the capacity to store up to 14 SMS messages in memory.