Voice over Internet Protocol (Voip)

Overview

Description

The VoIP integration enables users to talk to Homeassistant Assist using an analog phone and a VoIP adapter. I also have plans to investigate third party add-ons for use in calling my phones and emergency services connected to alarm triggers

Voice over Internet Protocol (Voip)

My Implementation

The VoIP integration enables users to talk to Homeassistant Assist using an analog phone and a VoIP adapter. I also have plans to investigate third party add-ons for use in calling my phones and emergency services connected to alarm triggers Grandstream HT801 Single-Port Analog Telephone Adapter Supports 1 SIP profile through a single FXS port and a single 10/100Mbps port TLS and SRTP security encryption technology to protect calls and accounts Automated provisioning options include TR-069 and XML config files Supports 3-way voice conferencing Failover SIP server automatically switches to secondary server if main server loses connection Supports T.38 Fax for creating Fax-over-IP Supports a wide range of caller ID formats Use with Grandstream’s UCM series of IP PBXs for Zero Configuration provisioning Supports advanced.

Device Score Summary

CategoryScoreRationale
Features★★★☆☆Core capabilities documented; model-specific depth varies.
Interoperability★★★☆☆Integration available via Manual.
Setup Ease★★★☆☆Typical setup for this device category.
Cloud Dependency★★★☆☆Depends on integration and firmware options.
Vendor Trust★★★☆☆Based on available documentation and product lineage.
Overall★★★☆☆Solid option when matched to the right use case.

★★★★★ Exceptional | ★★★★☆ Very Good | ★★★☆☆ Good Enough | ★★☆☆☆ Frustrating | ★☆☆☆☆ Avoid

Features

  • Supports 1 SIP profile through a single FXS port and a single 10/100Mbps port
  • TLS and SRTP security encryption technology to protect calls and accounts
  • Automated provisioning options include TR-069 and XML config files
  • Supports 3-way voice conferencing
  • Failover SIP server automatically switches to secondary server if main server loses connection
  • Supports T.38 Fax for creating Fax-over-IP
  • Supports a wide range of caller ID formats
  • Use with Grandstream’s UCM series of IP PBXs for Zero Configuration provisioning

Specifications

PriceNot specified
ProtocolNot specified
Hub RequiredNot specified
PowerNot specified
Cloud DependencyNot specified
HA IntegrationManual
Voice ControlNone
DimensionsNot specified
WarrantyNot specified

Home Assistant Integration

Integration Method: Manual

  • Requirements: Follow the integration documentation and ensure network connectivity.
  • Entities: Varies by device and integration.
  • Setup: Configuration → Integrations → Add → Manual
  • Notes: Use local control when available and verify firmware compatibility.

Practical Considerations

  • 38 Fax for creating Fax-over-IP Supports a wide range of caller ID formats Use with Grandstream’s UCM series of IP PBXs for Zero Configuration provisioning Supports advanced telephony features, including call transfer, call forward, call-waiting, do not disturb, message waiting indication, multilanguage prompts, flexible dial plan and more
  • The VoIP integration enables users to talk to Homeassistant Assist using an analog phone and a VoIP adapter
  • I also have plans to investigate third party add-ons for use in calling my phones and emergency services connected to alarm triggers

References

OfficialGrandstream HT801 Single-Port Analog Telephone Adapter
Home AssistantNot specified
DeveloperNot specified
BuyNot specified