Last Update: 2007.10.27

DialogPhone FAQ

This FAQ covers general questions about Dialog Phone. For troubleshooting, please refer to this page

Q: What are the minimum system requirements for Dialog Phone?
A: A Mac with a G4/500 (or faster) processor or Intel processor, USB 2.0 connectivity, Mac OS X 10.4.x and higher.


Q: What Voice over IP (VoIP) applications does Dialog Phone work with?
A: Dialog Phone offers Skype and iChat AV integration. You can also use it with other VoIP applications by setting the Audio IN/OUT preferences to USB Headset (Dialog Phone is recognised as a Headset).


Q: What is the range of Dialog Phone?
A: The range is about 8 meters. Make sure the wire-free dongle is in line of sight when you use the phone.


Q: Will Dialog Phone ring when I get a call?
A: Yes.


Q: In what countries can I use Dialog Phone?
A: You can use Dialog Phone in any country. All you need is a broadband internet connection and Skype or iChat account.


Q: Can I call landline or cell/mobile phones using Dialog Phone?
A: Yes. You will need to purchase SkypeOUT credits first.


Q: What sound quality can I expect when calling somebody?
A: The best audio quality will be obtained with a Skype-to-Skype call. In our experience, the audio quality can degrade slightly with SkypeOUT (this is a Skype issue) depending on networking conditions.