Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 Data Sheet
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Above: Person using Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 headset for work at home
Clear audio is essential for human connection in both personal and professional life.
In a world where people connect from anywhere, demand for professional tools that enable hassle-free virtual meetings are at an all-time high. That’s why Cisco® and Bang & Olufsen® have joined forces to deliver a headset experience that excels in elegant design, immersive sound, and equipped for business communications.
The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 is a premium, wireless over-ear headset that delivers an engaging audio experience for phone calls, video meetings, and listening to music. With Bluetooth® 5.1, Webex® integrations, on-ear call controls, and enterprise grade security, the headset provides best-in-class connectivity and functionality. The headset is equipped with technology that enhances communication by the geometrically placed microphones that isolate the users voice while canceling out background noise. And with all day comfort, never compromise between design, audio, and business communications.
Manage the Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980, along with all your other Webex devices, from a single platform in either Control Hub or Cisco Unified Communications Manager at no additional cost. Simplify deployments, track inventory, troubleshoot issues, and push new firmware to ensure users enjoy the latest features and optimal performance.
Table 1. Features and benefits
| Feature |
Benefit |
| Enhanced features for business |
Fitted with all the technology needed for an engaging, high-end audio experience for phone calls, video meetings, and listening to music. Equipped with essential features for professional use and optimized for Webex. |
| Bluetooth® (5.1) |
Connect on the go to any device that supports Bluetooth®. Simultaneously connect 2 Bluetooth® devices plus 1 USB. |
| Crystal clear communications |
The geometrically placed 6 microphones isolate your voice and cancel out background noise using advanced algorithms. |
| The Bang & Olufsen audio experience |
Immerse yourself with a class-leading audio experience with advanced codecs. Complete with a headband and ear cushions selected to make listening to music or calls effortless. |
| Adaptive active noise cancellation |
Tune out the background noise with Active Noise Cancellation, which adapts and adjusts the level of noise canceling based on your surroundings or turn on Transparency Mode to better listen to your surroundings. |
| Own Voice |
Captures and adjusts the volume of your voice, while also filtering out background noises, so that you have a true representation of how you sound during an active call. |
| Call controls |
On-ear and remote call control sync provide users with unparalleled control. |
| Enterprise-grade security |
Hardware and software protection to help communications stay secure. |
| Premium materials |
Designed to provide ultra-high, all-day comfort with a crafted lightweight structure and premium materials including high grain leather, memory foam, and aluminum. Important contact areas are carefully engineered to ensure a stable, enduring fit for many hours. |
| Bang & Olufsen mobile app |
Enjoy a more customized, signature experience and discover all that your headset offers. |
| Intelligent and easy device management |
Manage your headsets, along with all your other Webex devices, from a single platform in either Control Hub or Cisco Unified Communications Manager. No additional software or service fees are required. Enjoy simple IT headset management to deploy, monitor, push new firmware, and troubleshoot issues. |
For compatibility information with Cisco IP Phone, Webex Desk Series, Webex, Cisco Jabber, and Webex Meetings, please refer to the Cisco Headset Compatibility Guide for details.
Table 2. Product specifications
| Connectivity |
Description |
| Connectivity options |
● Bluetooth
®
● USB-A
● 3.5mm
|
| Simultaneous connections |
2 Bluetooth® + 1 USB |
| Bandwidth |
● Narrowband (8 kHz)
● Wideband (16 kHz)
● Full band (48 kHz)
|
| Frequency Band |
● Headset: 2400 MHz - 2483.5 MHz
● USB HD Adapter: 2400 MHz – 2483.5 MHz
|
| Modulation Technique |
● Headset: FHSS
● USB HD Adapter: FHSS
|
| Max EIRP power (dBm) |
● Headset: 8.25 dBm
● USB HD Adapter: 9.42 dBm
|
| Range |
12 meters (40 feet) |
| Bluetooth® profiles |
● Headset Profile (HSP)
● Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
● Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
● Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)
● Human Interface Device (HID)
|
| Bluetooth® version |
5.1 |
| Certifications |
● Apple Mfi (Made for iPhone)
● Google Fast Pair
● Microsoft Swift Pair
|
| Audio |
Description |
| Adaptive active noise cancellation and transparency mode |
Adjust active noise cancellation and transparency mode by swiping up or down on the left slider or in the Bang & Olufsen app |
| Own Voice |
Adjust Own Voice level during an active call by swiping up or down on the left slider or in the Bang & Olufsen app |
| Hearing protection |
Acoustic shock protection from sounds louder than 118 dB (A) |
| Microphone type |
6 MEMS Mic integrated into the earcups |
| Microphone directionality |
Unidirectional |
| Microphone frequency response |
80 to 6800 Hz |
| Sound codecs |
● SBC
● AAC
● Qualcomm
® aptX
™ Adaptive
● Qualcomm aptX HD
● Qualcomm aptX Low Latency
|
| Speaker configuration |
Stereo |
| Speaker size |
40 mm |
| Speaker impedance |
24 Ohm |
| Speaker bandwidth |
20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries. |
|
| Battery |
Description |
| Talk time |
Up to 23 hours with Active Noise Cancellation |
| Listen time |
Up to 47 hours with Active Noise Cancellation |
| Charging time |
120 minutes |
| Quick charge |
3 hours after 10 minutes of charge time |
| Power supply |
5V USB charging by USB cable |
| Security |
Description |
| Image authentication |
Ensures only images encrypted by Cisco AES-128 bit key are allowed |
| Secure boot |
Ensures only authentic Cisco image can run on the device; image is encrypted with Cisco AES-128 bit key and digests are calculated using AES-CCM |
| General |
Description |
| Headset only weight |
282 g |
| Available headset colors |
First Light and Black Anthracite |
| Replaceable ear pads |
Yes |
| Integrated LED lights |
Status LED and Battery LED |
| Operating temperature |
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) |
| Non-operating temperature |
14 to 131 °F (-10 to 55 °C) |
| Humidity |
● Operating 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
● Non-Operating 30% to 70% RH, non-condensing
|
| Contents included in the box |
● Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 headset
● Cisco USB HD Adapter
● USB-A cable (1.8 m)
● 3.5mm cable (1.25 m)
● Hard travel case
● Quick Start Guide
● Pointer Card
|
The Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 is available now. To order, visit the Cisco Ordering home page.
Table 3. Ordering information
| Compliance model number |
Product name |
Box content |
|
| HS-WL-980-BUNA-L |
HS-WL-980 |
Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 |
980 Wireless, Over-Ear Headset in First Light finish with travel case, USB HD adapter, USB-A and 3.5mm cables |
| HS-WL-980-BUNA-C |
HS-WL-980 |
Bang & Olufsen Cisco 980 |
980 Wireless, Over-Ear Headset in Black Anthracite finish with travel case, USB HD adapter, USB-A and 3.5mm cables |
| HS-WL-ADPT-USBA= |
HS-WL-ADPT-USBA |
USB HD Adapter |
Cisco Headset Wireless Bluetooth USB-A HD Adapter only |
| HS-WL-980-EC2-C= |
HS-WL-980-EC2-C |
Ear cushion spares – Black Anthracite |
A pair of replacement Black Anthracite ear cushions (2-pack) |
| HS-WL-980-EC2-L= |
HS-WL-980-EC2-L |
Ear cushion spares – First Light |
A pair of replacement First Light ear cushions (2-pack) |
All Cisco Headset models have a two-year limited hardware warranty.
For more information, visit the Cisco Headset Warranty Overview.
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Table 4. Environmental sustainability reference links
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Reference |
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