Polycom VVX 501 12-Line Dual-Port Gigabit Ethernet Business Media IP Phone

The Polycom VVX 501 (2201-48500-001) is a 12-line business media IP phone featuring a 3.5-inch color touchscreen, dual-port Gigabit Ethernet, and integrated Bluetooth. Designed for managers, executives, and busy professionals in SIP UC environments, it delivers HD Voice audio quality with broad platform compatibility for Microsoft Skype for Business, Cisco UCM, Avaya, and other SIP platforms.

Key Features

• 12 line appearances for high-capacity multi-line call management
• 3.5-inch color touchscreen for intuitive navigation
• Dual-port Gigabit Ethernet with PC passthrough
• Integrated Bluetooth for wireless headset connectivity
• HD Voice for crystal-clear call audio
• Polycom Acoustic Clarity full-duplex speakerphone

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 2201-48500-001
• Manufacturer: Polycom (Poly)
• OEM Status: OEM
• Model: VVX 501
• Lines: 12
• Display: 3.5-inch color touchscreen
• Ethernet: Dual-port Gigabit
• Bluetooth: Yes
• Protocol: SIP

Communication Specifications

• Lines: 12 SIP line appearances
• Display: 3.5-inch color capacitive touchscreen
• Speakerphone: Polycom Acoustic Clarity full-duplex
• Bluetooth: Yes (headset profile)
• Codecs: G.711, G.722, G.729AB, iLBC, Opus
• Protocol: SIP

Connectivity Specifications

• Ethernet: 2x Gigabit RJ-45 (LAN + PC passthrough)
• Bluetooth: Yes
• USB: USB-A port
• Power: IEEE 802.3af PoE or AC adapter

Use Cases

• Executive and manager desk phone in SIP UC environments
• High-density multi-line call handling for busy professionals
• Bluetooth headset integration for wireless audio flexibility
• Microsoft Skype for Business and Lync-optimized deployments

Compatibility

• Compatible with major SIP platforms: Microsoft Skype for Business, Cisco UCM, Avaya Aura, BroadSoft
• PoE powered via IEEE 802.3af or optional AC adapter
• Managed via Polycom RealPresence Device Management Service
• Bluetooth headsets via Bluetooth headset profile

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the VVX 501 compatible with Microsoft Teams?

The VVX 501 was designed for Skype for Business / Lync. Microsoft Teams direct certification uses newer Poly CCX series phones — the VVX 501 can be used with Teams via SIP gateway configurations.

Does the VVX 501 support Gigabit Ethernet?

Yes — the VVX 501 includes dual-port Gigabit Ethernet (LAN + PC passthrough), providing full-speed PC network passthrough without a separate network drop.

What is the difference between VVX 501 and VVX 601?

The VVX 601 offers a larger 4.3-inch touchscreen and 16 line appearances vs the VVX 501's 3.5-inch display and 12 lines — both share the same core SIP and Gigabit Ethernet feature set.

The Polycom VVX 501 (2201-48500-001) delivers 12-line SIP calling with Bluetooth, Gigabit Ethernet passthrough, and a 3.5-inch touchscreen — a high-performance business media IP phone for executives and busy professionals in SIP UC environments. Order today and equip your team with proven Polycom VVX reliability.