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On Control Hub, you can configure the settings for phone lines, softkeys, Action button, network, directory service, custom wallpaper and logo, phone language, SIP, audio, call history, firmware update, Bluetooth, etc. This Help article is for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 registered to Webex Calling.
Phone feature configuration on Control Hub
You can set up phones to have a variety of features, based on the needs of your users. You can apply features to all phones, a group of phones, or to individual phones. When you set up features on Control Hub, note that the configuration follows a hierarchical structure; therefore, if you configure a setting for an individual device, it takes precedence over the same setting configured at the location or organization level. In summary, the precedence order is:
- Individual phones (highest precedence)
- Location
- Organization (lowest precedence)
Configure phones at organization level
Configure settings for all phones deployed within your organization to improve efficiency and reduce administrative overhead.
The configuration follows a hierarchical structure; therefore, if you configure a setting for an individual device or at the location level, it takes precedence over the same setting configured at the organization level.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to Devices and select Settings. |
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Go to the Configuration Defaults tab and select Open org-wide defaults. |
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Search for an existing configuration or add a new one.
See the supported phone parameters in Parameters for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 settings on Control Hub. |
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Change the settings. |
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Click Next after you finish the configurations. |
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Review your change and click Apply changes. |
Configure phones at location level
You can configure your phones based on a physical location, allowing for flexible adjustments that won’t affect settings in other areas of the organization.
The configuration follows a hierarchical structure; therefore, if you configure a setting for an individual device, it takes precedence over the same setting configured at the location level.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to Devices and select Settings. |
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Go to the Configuration Defaults tab. |
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If the desired location is available in the location list, select the Edit icon on it to open the configuration. Otherwise, select Set defaults on location and search for the location. |
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Search for the configuration by product name or by parameter name and open it. See the supported phone parameters in Parameters for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 settings on Control Hub. |
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Change the settings. |
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Select Next after you finish the configurations. |
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Review your change and select Apply changes. |
Configure settings for multiple phones
You can configure settings for multiple phones at once to save time.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to Devices, and then select the phones that you want to configure. |
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Click Edit in the top right of the device list. |
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Click . All the configurations that are applicable to the selected devices are displayed.
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Modify the configurations that you want to apply to the selected devices. Expand a configuration to view its supported devices. Certain configurations allow you to customize values by device type. |
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Click Next. |
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Review your changes and click Apply. The results show the successfully applied settings and unsupported configuration items.
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Click Close to close the page. |
Configure settings for an individual phone
The configuration follows a hierarchical structure; therefore, if you configure a setting for an individual device, it takes precedence over the same setting configured at the location or organization level.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to Devices, and then select your phone. |
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Select . |
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Set the desired parameters in the respective sections. For more information about these parameters, see Parameters for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 settings on Control Hub. |
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Select Next. |
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Review your changes and select Apply. |
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Select Close to close the page. |
Configure phones with a configuration template
A configuration template is a collection of custom settings for devices or a location. Administrators can create and use configuration templates to apply collections of settings to groups of devices. These templates help to simplify the management of devices in your organization.
Create a configuration template for phones
You can add configurations for either a specific device type or multiple device types. When the template is applied, the system only implements compatible settings and skips those that don't apply.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to . |
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Click Create template. |
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Enter the unique template name and optionally provide a description for the template. |
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Select the configurations to add to your template. By default, the configuration list displays all available settings for all device types. You can search for specific configurations.
See the supported phone parameters in Parameters for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 settings on Control Hub. |
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Change the configuration values. Expand a configuration to view its supported devices. Certain settings allow you to customize values by device type. |
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Continue adding more configurations to the template. To go back to the configuration list, use the breadcrumb on the page.
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When finished, click Next and review your configurations. You can edit or remove configurations as needed.
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Click Create to complete the template. |
Apply a configuration template to devices
You can apply a template to either a group of devices or an individual device.
Before you begin
You have a configuration template that is created for your devices.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to . |
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Select one or more devices by ticking the check box on each device entry. |
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Click Edit in the upper right of the list. |
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Click Configuration templates in the Configurations section. |
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Select the template in the drop-down list. The configurations included in the template display.
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Click Next and review the configurations. Only the supported configurations will be applied to the selected devices.
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Click Apply. The results show the successfully applied settings and unsupported configuration items.
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Apply a configuration template to an individual device
Before you begin
You have a configuration template that is created for your device.
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From the customer view in Control Hub, go to . |
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Search for your device and open the device details. |
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Click Configuration templates in the Configurations section. |
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Select the template in the drop-down list. The configurations included in the template display.
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Click Next and review the configurations. Only the supported configurations will be applied to the selected device.
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Click Apply. The results show the successfully applied settings and unsupported configuration items.
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Parameters for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 settings on Control Hub
The following table includes a diversity of parameters available under All Configurations on Control Hub, catering to a wide range of needs and functionalities.
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Parameter |
Default and options |
Description |
|---|---|---|
If you configure SCEP on the phone web page before the phone's onboarding process, the configuration will be kept and synchronized to Control Hub after the onboarding. | ||
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Root CA Fingerprint |
Default: Empty |
Specifies an SHA256 or SHA1 fingerprint of the Root CA for validation during the SCEP process. |
|
Server |
Default: Empty | Specifies the an SCEP server address (URL or IP address), which is used to install CDC on the phone. Note that the HTTPS scheme isn't supported. |
| Lines | ||
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Line[n] Call Feature Settings Missed Call Notification |
Default: Yes Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables visual notifications for missed calls on the line. |
Customize the Action button to initiate events that suit your specific use cases. See Configure the Action button (Control Hub) for detailed configuration tasks. | ||
| Action Button Function |
Default: Off Options: Off, Emergency Call, Custom | |
| Action Button Service Destination |
Default: Empty | |
| Action Button Service Name |
Default: Empty | |
| Allow Silent Emergency Call Retrieval |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Controls whether users can retrieve phone functionality during a silent emergency call. By default, once a silent emergency call is initiated, the phone locks all functions until the call recipient ends the call. When this parameter is set to Yes, users can press any key to restore normal phone operation while maintaining the emergency call. The call audio remains silent unless the user increases the volume using the Volume key. |
| Custom Content Field |
Default: Empty |
This setting works only when the Action Button Function is set to Custom. Enter the HTTP data such as method, header, and post content, with a maximum length of 1024 characters. When configured, the phone sends an HTTP Post request when the Action is pressed. You can use macros in the HTTP data, such as For POST script examples and the syntax, see HTTP Post request for the Action button. |
| Dial Out Delay |
Default: 5 Options: 0 - 30 |
Set the timeout period, in seconds, for the phone to initiate an emergency call or a custom action after the Action button is pressed. Set it to 0 if you prefer the phone to place the call or initiate an event immediately upon detecting the trigger, as specified by a single press, long press, or triple presses on the button. The delay screen displays a countdown timer, allowing the user to cancel the action triggered by the Action button. During emergency call and custom services scenarios, Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 vibrates continuously while the delay screen is displayed. However, for silent emergency calls or signals, Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 does not vibrate. |
| Service Trigger |
Default: Single Press Options: Single Press, Long Press, Press 3 times, MultiTrigger |
Choose how users can place an emergency call or initiate a custom service using the phone's Action button. Single Press: Press the Action button to trigger the associated call or service. Long Press: Press the Action button down for at least 2 seconds to trigger the associated call or service. Press 3 times: Press the Action button three times with intervals of one second between each press to trigger the associated call or service. MultiTrigger: Select this option to associate multiple triggers and events to the Action button. Go to the Service Trigger MultiTrigger section to select a trigger and configure the specific settings. For detailed information about multiple triggers, see Configure multiple triggers. |
| Service Trigger MultiTrigger | Options: Single Press, Long Press, Press 3 times |
This setting works only when Service Trigger is set to MultiTrigger. Choose a trigger from the available options to open and configure the settings. For detailed information about multiple triggers, see Configure multiple triggers. For details about the MultiTrigger parameters, see Parameters for MultiTrigger. |
| Silent Emergency Call |
Default: Disabled Options: Enabled, Disabled |
Silent emergency call is designed for discreet assistance in dangerous situations. It enables users to seek help without making any noise.
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Call History |
Default: Webex Options: Phone, Webex |
Sets call history to either use the local history or the Webex unified call history from all of the end user's devices. This setting currently only applies to user devices and doesn't apply to workspace devices. |
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Dialing Mode |
Default: On-hook Dialing Options: On-hook Dialing, Off-hook Dialing |
Controls the behavior of the Answer/Send |
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Enable Directory Search For Offhook Dial |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables contact searching in directories during an off-hook call. |
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Divert Alerting Call |
Default: Enabled Options: Enabled, Disabled |
Controls whether or not to show the Decline softkey for Incoming Call Alert. |
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Home Screen |
Default: Application View Options: Application View, Line View |
Sets the phone's default home screen to Application View or Line View. |
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Line Key Label | Default: User Name (First Name Last Name) Options:
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Sets a predefined number or name format to display as the line label for configured lines. |
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Call Appearances Per Line |
Default: 6 Options: 1 - 10 |
Sets the maximum number of calls allowed on a line. |
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Revert To All Calls |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables the Revert to All Calls feature. The phone automatically reverts to the primary line after the final call on a line ends, provided the following conditions are met:
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Show All Calls On Primary Line |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables the Show All Calls On Primary Line feature. When enabled, the phone displays a list of all active calls on the primary line, which is useful if a user wants to see all calls on a single screen, especially when a user has multiple lines or share lines with other users. The Show All Calls On Primary Line feature operates only when both the Show All Calls On Primary Line and Revert To All Calls options are set to Yes. |
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Locked Screen Emergency Numbers |
Default: Empty |
Sets the emergency numbers that can be dialed without unlocking the phone keypad. Example: 911,411 |
Opens the menu item list, where you can customize the Settings menu by hiding items that you don't want users to access. By default, all menu items are visible to phone users. See Customize the Settings menu for details. | ||
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Programmable Softkeys |
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See Configure the Programmable Softkeys (Control Hub) for details. |
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Shortcut Soft Key |
Default: None Options: None, Voicemail |
Determines whether a shortcut to Voicemail is available or not. The Shortcut softkey is located on the left side below the phone screen. This position remains fixed, even when the display is set to a right-to-left (RTL) language. |
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Voicemail Access |
Default: Enabled Options: Enabled, Disabled |
Enables or disables access to Voicemail. |
| Directory Enable |
Default: No Options: Yes, No | Enables or disables Webex directory service for the phone. When enabled, users on the phone can access and search for the contacts stored in the directory. |
| Directory Name | Default: Empty | Sets the display name for the directory. |
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XML Application Service Name |
Default: Empty |
Defines the internal name for the XML application. While this name is hidden from
the phone interface, users can launch the application directly from the
Apps |
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XML Application Service URL |
Default: Empty |
Enters the URL where the XML application is located. For the supported XML objects and URIs, see Supported XML objects and URIs. Macro variables are supported in XML URLs. For the valid macro variables, see Macro variables supported in XML URLs. |
| Interdigit Long Timer |
Default: 10 Options: 0 - 65535 | Defines the amount of time that the phone will wait when no digit patterns match before the phone dials the number. A smaller time value causes unmatched dialed digits to be dialed quickly. |
| Interdigit Short Timer |
Default: 3 Options: 0 - 65535 | Defines the amount of time that the phone waits for the user to enter a digit. A smaller timer value requires digits to be dialed quickly. |
| Phone Language |
Default: English-US | Sets the display language for the phone. This value will override the default value derived from its provisioned Location. |
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SIP | ||
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ICE |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Controls whether to allow SIP Media streams to go directly between phones on the same local network. |
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User Preferred Offhook Timer |
Default: Empty Options: 0 - 30 |
This timer starts when the phone goes off hook. If no digits are dialed within the specified number of seconds, the timer expires and the null entry is evaluated. Unless you have a special dial plan string to allow a null entry, the call is rejected. |
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Software | ||
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Upgrade Channel |
Default: Stable Options: Stable, Stable_Delay, Preview |
Sets the channel for the phone to get firmware updates. |
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Bluetooth Enabled |
Default: No Options: Yes, No | Enables or disables the Bluetooth® function on the phone. When enabled, phone users can connect their Bluetooth headsets to the phone. |
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If you configure the 802.1X authentication on the phone UI or phone web page before the phone's onboarding process, the configuration will be kept and synchronized to Control Hub after the onboarding. | ||
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IEEE802.1X |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables Port Based Network Access Control for devices. Setting this option incorrectly may cause devices to become disconnected from the network and require a local factory reset of the device to bring it back online. |
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IEEE802.1X Certificate Select |
Default: Manufacturing installed Options: Manufacturing installed, Custom installed |
Sets which certificate (MIC or Custom) is used for the 802.1X authentication. |
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IEEE802.1X User ID |
Default: Empty |
Customizes the User ID for the 802.1X authentication in the wired network. This parameter also supports macro variables, see Macro variables supported in XML URLs for details.
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| Debug Level |
Default: Notice Options: Notice, Debug |
Sets the logging level for troubleshooting. The debugging level may affect the performance of the phone and it’s advisable to use it during troubleshooting. |
| Use Config TOS |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Controls whether the phone uses the Time of Service (TOS) configurations. |
| Web Access |
Default: Yes Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables access to the phone’s web page and remote management using xAPI. When set to Yes, users and administrators can access the phone's web interface using the its IP address. Authorized administrators can also use xAPIs to remotely manage the phone. Contact Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) to request or create xAPI administrator credentials. To check the xAPI admin account status, go to in the phone's web interface. For information about the supported xAPIs and the related documentation, see https://phoneos.cisco.com. |
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Bluetooth Volume |
Default: 9 Options: 0 - 15 | Sets the Bluetooth headset volume. The users on the phone can change the settings with the Volume key on the phone or the Volume button on the headset. |
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Handset Volume |
Default: 10 Options: 0 - 15 | Sets the handset volume. The users on the phone can change the settings with the Volume key on the phone. |
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Headset Volume |
Default: 10 Options: 0 - 15 | Sets the headset volume. The users on the phone can change the settings with the Volume key on the phone or on their headset. |
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Ringer Volume |
Default: 9 Options: 0 - 15 | Sets the ringer volume. The users on the phone can change the settings with the Volume key on the phone. |
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Speaker Volume |
Default: 11 Options: 0 - 15 | Sets the speaker volume. The users on the phone can change the settings with the Volume key on the phone. |
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Battery Lifetime Alert |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables Battery Lifetime alert. When enabled, the phone reminds users to verify the battery's manufacture date and replace the battery if necessary. |
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Battery Lifetime Alert Interval |
Default: 24 Months Options: 6 Months,12 Months, 24 Months |
Specifies the interval time over which the Battery Lifetime Alert is generated. |
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Battery SN Reminder |
Default: No Options: Yes, No |
Enables or disables Battery SN Reminder. When enabled, the phone displays a reminder after each boot-up, advising users to verify the battery's manufacture date and replace the battery if necessary. |
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Compliant Standard |
Default: TIA Options: TIA, ETSI, HAC |
Selects an option for IP phone to comply with different telecom Audio Compliance Standards, including TIA(Telecommunications Industry Association), ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) and HAC (Hearing Aid Compatibility). |
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Microphone Audio On Wireless Phone |
Default: Noise removal Options: Original, Noise removal, Optimize for my voice |
Selects an option for how your microphone audio is processed and heard during calls.
Audio optimization consumes additional power and can reduce battery life on Cisco Wireless Phone 9821. |
| Power Off In Multicharger |
Default: Disabled Options: Enabled, Disabled |
Controls whether to automatically power off a Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 when a user puts it in the multicharger. |
|
Appearance |
Default: Violet Dark Options: Cyan Dark, Purple Dark, Blue Dark, Violet Dark, Blue Light, Violet Light, CustWallpaper <n> |
Sets the wallpaper for the phone's home screen and the color theme for its user interface. For more details, see Custom wallpaper for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 (Control Hub). |
| Custom Wallpaper | Default: Empty |
Specifies the download URL of the custom wallpaper. For more details, see Custom wallpaper for Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 (Control Hub). |
| Display Brightness |
Default: 12 Options: 1 - 15 | Sets the display brightness. |
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DND Setting |
Default: Yes Options: Yes, No | Enables or disables Do Not Disturb (DND) capability on the phone. When enabled, the users on the phone can turn DND on or off. |
| Date Format |
Default: month/day Options: month/day, day/month | Defines the date format. |
| Time Format |
Default: 12hr Options: 12hr, 24hr | Sets the display format for time. |
|
Out Of Range Tone |
Default: Disabled Options: Disabled, Beep once, Beep every 10 seconds, Beep every 30 seconds, Beep every 60 seconds |
Controls the frequency of audible tones when the phone is out of range of an AP. The phone does not play audible alerts when the parameter value is "disabled." The phone can beep one time or regularly at 10, 30, or 60 second intervals. When the phone is within range of an AP, the alert stops. |
The following table lists the parameters for MultiTrigger under Action button settings.
| Parameter | Default and options | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Action Button Function |
Default: Off Options: Off, Emergency Call, Custom | |
| Action Button Service Destination |
Default: Empty | |
| Action Button Service Name |
Default: Empty | |
| Custom Content Field |
Default: Empty |
This setting works only when the Action Button Function is set to Custom. Enter the HTTP data such as method, header, and post content, with a maximum length of 1024 characters. When configured, the phone sends an HTTP Post request when the Action is pressed. You can use macros in the HTTP data, such as For POST script examples and the syntax, see HTTP Post request for the Action button. |
| Dial Out Delay |
Default: 5 Options: 0 - 30 |
Set the timeout period, in seconds, for the phone to initiate an emergency call or a custom action after the Action button is pressed. Set it to 0 if you prefer the phone to place the call or initiate an event immediately upon detecting the trigger, as specified by a single press, long press, or triple presses on the button. The delay screen displays a countdown timer, allowing the user to cancel the action triggered by the Action button. During emergency call and custom services scenarios, Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 vibrates continuously while the delay screen is displayed. However, for silent emergency calls or signals, Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 does not vibrate. |
| Silent Emergency Call |
Default: Disabled Options: Enabled, Disabled |
Silent emergency call is designed for discreet assistance in dangerous situations. It enables users to seek help without making any noise.
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References
Supported XML objects and URIs
XML Services Interface (XSI) is a protocol that allows communication between applications
and the phone system. You can add your own XSI services to your phone using the supported
XML objects and URIs. After subscribing the phone to the services, users can access all the
configured services on the phone by accessing the Apps
app.
See the following lists for the XML objects and URIs that Cisco Wireless Phone 9821 supports.
For more information about how to use the XML objects and URIs, see Cisco Unified IP Phone Services Application Development Notes.
Supported XML objects
- CiscoIPPhoneMenu
- CiscoIPPhoneText
- CiscoIPPhoneInput
- CiscoIPPhoneDirectory
- CiscoIPPhoneImage
- CiscoIPPhoneImageFile
- CiscoIPPhoneIconMenu
- CiscoIPPhoneIconFileMenu
- CiscoIPPhoneExecute
- CiscoIPPhoneStatus
- CiscoIPPhoneStatusFile
Supported URIs
- Device
- Dial
- EditDail
- Init
- Key
- Play (ringtones only)
- Softkey
Macro variables supported in XML URLs
You can use macro variables in XML URLs. The following macro variables are supported:
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User ID—UID1, UID2 to UIDn
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Display name—DISPLAYNAME1, DISPLAYNAME2 to DISPLAYNAMEn
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Auth ID—AUTHID1, AUTHID2 to AUTHIDn
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Proxy—PROXY1, PROXY2 to PROXYn
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MAC Address using lowercase hex digits—MA
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Product Name—PN
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Product Series Number—PSN
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Serial Number—SERIAL_NUMBER
| Macro name | Macro expansion |
|---|---|
| $ | The form $$ expands to a single $ character. |
| A through P | Replaced by general-purpose parameters GPP_A through GPP_P. |
| SA through SD | Replaced by special purpose parameters GPP_SA through GPP_SD. These parameters
hold keys or passwords used in provisioning. $SA through $SD are recognized as arguments to the optional resync URL qualifier, --key. |
| MA | MAC address using lowercase hex digits (000e08aabbcc). |
| MAU | MAC address using uppercase hex digits (000E08AABBCC). |
| MAC | MAC address using lowercase hex digits with a colon to separate hex digit pairs (00:0e:08:aa:bb:cc). |
| PN | Product Name; for example, Cisco Wireless Phone 9821. |
| PSN | Product Series Number; for example, 9821. |
| SN | Serial Number string; for example, FVH29513116. |
| CCERT | SSL Client Certificate status, installed or not installed. |
| IP | IP address of the phone within its local subnet; for example, 192.168.1.100. |
| EXTIP | External IP of the phone, as seen on the internet; for example, 66.43.16.52. |
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SWVER |
Software version string. For example, PHONEOS-9821.5-0-1-0004-19. |
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HWVER |
Hardware version string. For example, 2.0.1 |
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PRVST |
Provisioning State (a numeric string): -1 = explicit resync request 0 = power-up resync 1 = periodic resync 2 = resync failed, retry attempt |
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UPGST |
Upgrade State (a numeric string): 1 = first upgrade attempt 2 = upgrade failed, retry attempt |
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UPGERR |
Result message (ERR) of previous upgrade attempt; for example http_get failed. |
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PRVTMR |
Seconds since last resync attempt. |
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UPGTMR |
Seconds since last upgrade attempt. |
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REGTMR1 |
Seconds since Line 1 lost registration with SIP server. |
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REGTMR2 |
Seconds since Line 2 lost registration with SIP server. |
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UPGCOND |
Legacy macro name. |
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SCHEME |
File access scheme, one of TFTP, HTTP, or HTTPS, as obtained after parsing resync or upgrade URL. |
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SERV |
Request target server host name, as obtained after parsing resync or upgrade URL. |
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SERVIP |
Request target server IP address, as obtained after parsing resync or upgrade URL, possibly following DNS lookup. |
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PORT |
Request target UDP/TCP port, as obtained after parsing resync or upgrade URL. |
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PATH |
Request target file path, as obtained after parsing resync or upgrade URL. |
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ERR |
Result message of resync or upgrade attempt. Only useful in generating result syslog messages. The value is preserved in the UPGERR variable in the case of upgrade attempts. |
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UIDn |
The contents of the Line n UserID configuration parameter. |
| ISCUST |
If unit is customized, value=1, otherwise 0. Customization status is viewable on Web UI Info page. |
| INCOMINGNAME | Name associated with first connected, ringing, or inbound call. |
| REMOTENUMBER |
Phone number of first connected, ringing, or inbound call. If there are multiple calls, the data associated with the first call found is provided. |
| DISPLAYNAMEn | The contents of the Line N Display Name configuration parameter. |
| AUTHIDn | The contents of the Line N auth ID configuration parameter. |