A new adapter, specifically designed to help contact centres and offices alike to comply with the forthcoming noise at work legislation (1), is being launched by Plantronics at this year`s Cebit - more than 10 months ahead of the expected implementation of the new Physical Agents Noise Directive in early 2006.
The company`s VistaPlus DM15 adapter uses Plantronics` exclusive SoundGuard DIGITAL technology to provide two types of protection for contact centre workers. Firstly, it monitors and predicts daily noise exposure, automatically adjusting the volume to ensure audio levels specified by the new legislation (1) are not exceeded. Secondly, the product detects sudden loud noises such as network interference, fax machine tones or even a whistle blow down the telephone line and reduces them instantly to a level similar to ordinary background noise.
At the same time, the VistaPlus DM15 delivers crystal clear, crisp sound quality due to Plantronics Call Clarity DIGITAL technology which also ensures a consistent and comfortable sound level regardless of the loudness of the incoming call.
The adapter, which follows the best-selling Vista M12, is compatible with the majority of phone systems and is guaranteed to work with all Plantronics contact centre and office headsets. Pricing is to be confirmed and It is expected to be in the region of EUR150 (ex VAT) when it goes on sale from the summer months.
"With the VistaPlus DM15 we are building on the success of its predecessor - one of the most popular and trusted amplifiers in the market - while at the same time addressing the industry`s key concerns around the change in law and acoustic protection of their staff," comments Neil Salton, Plantronics EMEA Marketing Manager.
(1) New Physical Agents Noise Directive (EU Directive 2003/10/EC), to be implemented in early 2006.
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Plantronics introduced the first lightweight headset in 1962 and is recognised as the world leader in communications headsets. Plantronics headsets have been featured in numerous motion pictures and high-profile events, including Neil Armstrong`s historic "One x-small step for man, one giant leap for mankind" transmission from the moon in 1969. A publicly held company headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, with approximately 3 900 employees, Plantronics maintains offices in 20 countries. For more information, go to www.plantronics.com or call 0800 410014.
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