Plantronics Savi 8220 Wireless DECT Headset System
Our Savi 8220 delivers professional-grade wireless communication for hybrid work environments. This dual-connectivity system pairs seamlessly with both your desk phone and PC, letting you switch between calls without changing headsets.
Built on secure DECT technology, the Savi 8220 maintains crystal-clear audio up to 590 feet from the base station. We engineered this system for all-day comfort with a convertible wearing style and up to 13 hours of talk time on a single charge.
The included USB base station manages call controls and charging while you work. Whether you're fielding client calls on your desk phone or joining virtual meetings on your computer, the Savi 8220 keeps you connected without tethering you to your desk.
Technical specifications at a glance
DECT Wireless Technology & Range
The Plantronics Savi 8220 operates on the DECT 6.0 wireless band, a frequency range reserved exclusively for voice communication. This dedicated spectrum eliminates the Wi-Fi interference common with Bluetooth office headsets.
You’ll maintain a stable connection up to 590 feet line-of-sight from the base station. That range covers most office floors, so you can walk to the printer, step into a colleague’s office, or refill your coffee without dropping a call.
Dual-Line Connectivity for Hybrid Calling
We designed the Savi 8220 to manage two communication lines simultaneously. The USB-A cable connects to your computer for softphone and video meeting audio. The desk phone connects via the included RHL-10 handset lifter or EHS cable, depending on your phone model.
Switch between lines with a single button press. If a desk phone call comes in while you’re on a Teams meeting, you can put the PC call on hold and answer the desk line without removing the headset.
Battery Life & Charging
A full charge delivers up to 13 hours of continuous talk time. For typical usage patterns — a mix of calls and desk work — you’ll get several days between charges.
The base station doubles as a magnetic charging dock. Drop the headset onto the base at the end of your workday, and it’s ready for tomorrow. A 10-minute quick charge provides about an hour of talk time if you forget to dock overnight.
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Common questions about the Savi 8220
Yes, the Savi 8220 supports all major softphone and unified communications platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Cisco Jabber, RingCentral, and Skype for Business. The USB connection registers as a standard audio device, so any PC or Mac application recognizes it immediately.
Call controls (answer, end, mute) integrate with these platforms when you install the optional Plantronics Hub software. Without the software, you'll still get full audio but will manage calls through your application interface instead of the headset buttons.
The Savi 8220 maintains connection up to 590 feet line-of-sight from the base station. In typical office environments with walls and furniture, expect reliable range around 300-400 feet.
Range depends on building materials — concrete and metal studs reduce it more than drywall. You'll hear a warning tone if you approach the edge of range, giving you time to walk back before the call drops.
No, the standard Savi 8220 connects only to desk phones and computers. It does not include Bluetooth for mobile pairing.
If you need mobile connectivity, look at the Savi 8240 model, which adds Bluetooth to the DECT wireless for desk and PC. That version lets you pair a smartphone as a third line.
Each Savi 8220 system includes the wireless headset with three wearing styles (headband, ear hook, neckband), the charging base station with USB-A cable for PC connection, an RHL-10 handset lifter for desk phone integration, and a quick-start guide.
If your desk phone supports electronic hook switch (EHS), you may need to purchase a separate EHS cable specific to your phone model. The handset lifter works universally but EHS provides cleaner integration for phones that support it.
Plantronics rates the Savi 8220 for up to 13 hours of continuous talk time. Actual battery life depends on usage patterns — volume level, wireless range from base, and whether you're on active calls or just wearing the headset.
For typical office use with a mix of calls and idle time, most users get 2-3 full workdays between charges. The base provides visual battery indicators, and the Plantronics Hub software shows percentage remaining when connected to your PC.
No, the Savi 8220 operates on the DECT 6.0 frequency band (1.9 GHz in North America), which is completely separate from Wi-Fi's 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. DECT is reserved exclusively for voice communication, so you won't experience the dropout issues common with Bluetooth headsets in crowded wireless environments.
This dedicated spectrum also means Wi-Fi traffic won't interfere with your headset audio quality.
Yes, you can conference up to four Savi 8200 series headsets to a single base station for group calls. Each additional headset requires its own charging base, but all connect wirelessly to the primary unit that's plugged into the phone and PC.
This feature works well for small team huddles or when a manager needs to loop in colleagues for a client conversation without moving to a conference room.