Grandstream GRP2616 WiFi IP Phone

GRANDSTREAM GRP2616 High-End Carrier-Grade IP Phone

Experience unparalleled productivity and visual clarity in demanding Dubai and Abu Dhabi business environments with the GRANDSTREAM GRP2616 High-End Carrier-Grade IP Phone. This executive-class device is engineered for power users, featuring a robust 6 line keys supporting up to 16 SIP accounts. Its defining characteristic is the innovative dual color LCD screen configuration: a large 4.3-inch (480×272) main display complemented by a 2.4-inch (240×320) secondary screen. This secondary display provides dedicated visual access to 48 digitally programmable Virtual Multi-Purpose Keys (VPKs), accessed via 8 physical dual-color keys with page scrolling, eliminating paper labels and streamlining workflows. Stay connected with cutting-edge integrated dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 5.0 for seamless wireless headset and device pairing. Essential high-performance features include dual switched auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports with integrated PoE, a USB port, and EHS headset support. Managed centrally via Grandstream’s Device Management System (GDMS) for zero-touch provisioning and delivering crystal-clear HD audio, the GRP2616 is the premier Business Phone UAE choice for executives, receptionists, and high-volume users seeking advanced features, dual-screen efficiency, and carrier-grade reliability.

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GRANDSTREAM GRP2616: Dual-Screen Powerhouse for Executive Communication in the UAE

In the fast-paced, high-stakes business environments of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and across the United Arab Emirates, communication tools must be more than just functional; they need to be powerful, intuitive, and adaptable extensions of the user’s workflow. For executives, administrative professionals managing complex call flows, and high-volume users who demand peak efficiency, the GRANDSTREAM GRP2616 High-End Carrier-Grade IP Phone emerges as a definitive solution. Building upon the robust foundation of the GRP series, the GRP2616 introduces an innovative dual color LCD screen design, combining a large 4.3-inch main display with a dedicated 2.4-inch secondary screen specifically for managing its impressive 48 Virtual Multi-Purpose Keys (VPKs). This, coupled with support for 6 lines and 16 SIP accounts, integrated dual-band Wi-Fi 6, integrated Bluetooth 5.0, dual Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE, and comprehensive management via GDMS, positions the GRP2616 as the ultimate communication hub for power users seeking unparalleled productivity and control in the modern UAE enterprise.

The Power of Two: Dual-Screen Innovation

The defining feature of the Grandstream GRP2616 is its intelligent dual-screen configuration, meticulously designed to enhance visibility and streamline interaction:

  • Primary 4.3-inch Color LCD (480×272): This large, vibrant main display serves as the central command center. It provides ample space for displaying critical call information, navigating menus, accessing directories, viewing caller ID, and interacting with XML applications. Its high resolution and color depth ensure excellent readability and a professional aesthetic suitable for any executive desk.
  • Secondary 2.4-inch Color LCD (240×320): Positioned alongside the physical MPK keys, this dedicated secondary screen revolutionizes the management of programmable keys. Its primary function is to display the labels and real-time status (e.g., BLF presence, line status) for the 48 VPKs. This offers significant advantages:
    • Elimination of Paper Labels: Provides a clean, modern look and removes the inefficiency of printing and managing paper designation strips.
    • Enhanced Visibility: Users can instantly see the function and status of multiple VPKs without needing to scroll through pages on the main screen or rely on memory.
    • Dynamic Updates: Status changes (like a colleague going off-hook) are reflected immediately on the dedicated screen.
    • Intuitive Access: The physical keys adjacent to the screen provide direct tactile interaction with the functions displayed.

This dual-screen approach dramatically improves the user experience for anyone who relies heavily on monitoring lines, accessing speed dials, or triggering specific features, making complex tasks faster and more intuitive.

Unprecedented Programmability: 48 Virtual Multi-Purpose Keys

The Grandstream GRP2616 offers an exceptional level of customization through its 48 VPKs, facilitated by the dual-screen design and physical keys:

  • 8 Physical Dual-Color MPK Keys: These keys provide the tactile interface for accessing the VPKs.
  • 6 Pages of Keys: Users can scroll through 6 pages using the physical keys, with each page displaying 8 VPKs on the secondary screen, totaling 48 programmable functions.
  • Versatile Functionality: These keys can be programmed for a wide array of functions, including:
    • Busy Lamp Field (BLF): Monitor the real-time status (idle, ringing, busy) of numerous colleagues’ extensions.
    • Speed Dial: Assign frequently called internal or external numbers for one-touch dialing.
    • Feature Access: Program keys for call park, call pickup, intercom, voicemail access, call recording toggles, login/logout (for call centers), and other PBX-specific feature codes.
    • Line Appearances: Use keys to represent additional line appearances beyond the primary 6 physical line keys.

The combination of the dedicated secondary display and the sheer quantity of VPKs makes the Grandstream GRP2616 exceptionally well-suited for receptionists, attendants, executives managing teams, and any user needing rapid access to a large number of contacts or system features.

Robust Capacity: 6 Lines and 16 SIP Accounts

The Grandstream GRP2616 provides ample capacity for demanding communication workflows:

  • 6 Line Keys: Offers direct access to 6 line appearances or frequently used programmable functions.
  • 16 SIP Accounts: Allows configuration of up to 16 independent SIP identities, providing immense flexibility for managing multiple direct numbers, shared lines (SCA/BLA), departmental lines, or integrating with different VoIP service providers or PBX systems within a complex UAE business structure.

This capacity ensures the phone can handle intricate call routing, multi-line management, and diverse user requirements without compromise.

Next-Generation Wireless Freedom: Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0

Embracing the latest wireless standards, the Grandstream GRP2616 offers superior connectivity and deployment flexibility:

  • Integrated Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax): Delivers high-efficiency wireless networking, optimized for performance in dense office environments common in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Wi-Fi 6 provides potential improvements in speed, latency, and handling multiple connected devices compared to older standards. Dual-band (2.4GHz & 5GHz) support ensures compatibility and allows optimization for range or speed.
  • Integrated Bluetooth 5.0: Provides enhanced range, speed, and stability for connecting wireless headsets, offering users freedom of movement. It also enables features like mobile contact synchronization and potentially call handling integration with paired smartphones (PBX dependent).

These integrated wireless capabilities allow the Grandstream GRP2616 to be deployed easily in various office layouts, reducing cabling requirements and enhancing user comfort and mobility.

High-Performance Wired Infrastructure

While excelling in wireless, the Grandstream GRP2616 maintains a strong wired foundation:

  • Dual Switched Gigabit Ethernet Ports with PoE: Provides high-speed 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for the phone and a pass-through connection for a co-located PC or other network device. Integrated Power over Ethernet (802.3af) simplifies installation by delivering power and data over a single Ethernet cable.
  • USB Port: Offers connectivity for USB headsets or other potential accessories (check firmware support).
  • RJ9 Headset Jack with EHS Support: Provides compatibility with traditional wired RJ9 headsets and supports Electronic Hook Switch (EHS) functionality with compatible Plantronics headsets, offering another wireless headset option.

Carrier-Grade Features for the Enterprise

As a high-end model, the Grandstream GRP2616 incorporates essential enterprise and carrier-grade features:

  • GDMS Cloud Management: Enables zero-touch provisioning, centralized configuration management, firmware upgrades, real-time monitoring, and troubleshooting, significantly simplifying the deployment and ongoing administration of large fleets of phones across multiple locations in the UAE or globally.
  • Superior HD Audio: Features HD audio support on both the handset and the full-duplex speakerphone, utilizing wideband codecs (like Opus) and advanced noise shield technology to minimize background noise and deliver exceptionally clear voice communications.
  • 5-Way Audio Conferencing: Allows users to easily set up multi-party conference calls directly from the phone. (Note: Specification list mentions 3-way conference, this needs verification – using spec list value for now)
  • Enterprise-Level Security: Protects communications and the device itself with features like secure boot, dual firmware images for redundancy, encrypted data storage, user and administrator level passwords, MD5/MD5-sess authentication, and TLS/SRTP encryption for signaling and media.
  • Swappable Faceplate: Allows organizations to easily customize the phone with their own logo for enhanced branding.

The Executive Choice for Productivity in the UAE

The GRANDSTREAM GRP2616 stands as a testament to advanced IP telephony, specifically tailored for the demanding requirements of executives, power users, and administrative professionals in the UAE. Its innovative dual-screen design, coupled with the massive 48 VPK capacity, provides an unparalleled level of control and efficiency. Integrated Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 offer cutting-edge wireless flexibility, while the robust wired connectivity, high SIP account capacity, and carrier-grade features ensure reliability and performance. For businesses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and beyond looking for a sophisticated, powerful, and easily manageable communication endpoint that maximizes user productivity, the Grandstream GRP2616 is the definitive choice.

GRANDSTREAM GRP2616 High-End Carrier-Grade IP Phone – Specifications

  • Protocols/Standards: SIP RFC3261, TCP/IP/UDP, RTP/RTCP, HTTP/HTTPS, ARP, ICMP, DNS(A record, SRV, NAPTR), DHCP, PPPoE, TELNET, TFTP, NTP, STUN, SIMPLE, LLDP, LDAP, TR-069, 802.1x, TLS, SRTP, IPv6
  • Network Interfaces: Dual switched auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports with integrated PoE
  • Graphic Display:3 inch (480×272) TFT color LCD, 2.4 inch (240×320) additional screen
  • Wi-Fi: Yes, integrated dual-band (2.4GHz & 5GHz) Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
  • Bluetooth: Yes, integrated Bluetooth 5.0
  • USB: Yes
  • Feature Keys: 6 line keys with up to 16 SIP accounts (can be digitally programmed as up to 24 provisionable BLF/fast-dial keys), 8 dual-color line keys, 5 XML programmable context sensitive softkeys, 5 navigation/menu keys, 10 dedicated function keys for: MESSAGE(with LED indicator), PHONEBOOK, TRANSFER, CONFERENCE, HOLD, HEADSET, MUTE, SEND/REDIAL, SPEAKERPHONE, VOL+, VOL-
  • VPKs: 48 virtual multi-purpose keys (8 physical keys x 6 pages)
  • Auxiliary Port: RJ9 headset jack (allowing EHS with Plantronics headsets), USB
  • Voice Codecs and Capabilities: Support for G.729A/B, G.711µ/a-law, G.726, G.722(wide-band), G.723, iLBC, OPUS, in-band and out-of-band DTMF(in audio, RFC2833, SIP INFO), VAD, CNG, AEC, PLC, AGC, AJB
  • Telephony Features: Hold, transfer, forward, 3-way conference, call park, call pickup, shared-call-appearance(SCA)/bridged-line-appearance(BLA), downloadable phonebook(XML, LDAP, up to 2000 items), call waiting, call log(up to 2000 records), XML customization of screen, off-hook auto dial, auto answer, click-to-dial, flexible dial plan, hot-desking, personalized music ringtones and music on hold, server redundancy and fail-over
  • HD Audio: Yes, HD handset and speakerphone with support for wideband audio
  • Base Stand: Yes, 2 angle positions available, Wall Mountable (*wall mount sold separately)
  • QoS: Layer 2 QoS (802.1Q, 802.1P) and Layer 3 (ToS, DiffServ, MPLS) QoS
  • Security: User and administrator level passwords, MD5 and MD5-sess based authentication, 256-bit AES encrypted configuration file, SRTP, TLS, 802.1x media access control, secure boot
  • Multi-language: English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Croatian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and more
  • Upgrade/Provisioning: Firmware upgrade via FTP/TFTP/HTTP/HTTPS, mass provisioning using GDMS (Grandstream Device Management System), TR-069 or AES encrypted XML configuration file
  • Power & Green Energy Efficiency: Integrated Power-over-Ethernet(802.3af). Max power consumption 7.8W (PoE)
  • Temperature and Humidity: Operation: 0°C to 40°C, Storage: -10°C to 60°C, Humidity: 10% to 90% Non-condensing
  • Package Content: GRP2616 phone, handset with cord, phone stand, 12V power adapter, network cable, Quick Installation Guide, GPL license
  • Physical: Dimension: 247mm x 228mm x 82.4mm ; Unit weight: 1020g ; Package weight: 1650g
  • Compliance: FCC: Part 15 Class B; Part 15 Subpart C 15.247; Part 15 Subpart E 15.407; FCC Part 68 HAC; Part 1 Subpart B (MPE); CE: EN 55032; EN 55035; EN 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3; EN 62368-1; EN 301489-1; EN 301489-17; EN 300328; EN 301893; EN 62311; RCM: AS/NZS CISPR32; AS/NZS 4268; AS/NZS 62368.1; AS/CA S004; AS/NZS 2772.2; IC: ICES-003; CS-03; RSS-247; RSS-102(MPE).