61 headsets work with the Avaya 1603: 28 wireless DECT, 28 corded and 3 USB headsets, plus 2 other products. The list comes from the Jabra, Poly and Yealink compatibility guides and our recommended headsets. They connect through the headset port (with a bottom cable). To answer calls from a wireless headset, the makers list a handset lifter.
Quick facts
Compatible headsets
61 (28 wireless DECT, 28 corded and 3 USB headsets, plus 2 other products)
Ways to connect
Headset port, with a bottom cable (Yealink)
Handset lifter (Jabra)
Jabra's usual settings
Compatibility: A · EHS: RHL (Jabra's most common for this phone; each row shows its own)
Built-in Bluetooth
Not listed by the makers
Listed by
Jabra (33) · Poly (14) · Yealink (11)
Updated
9 Nov 2026
Our picks for the Avaya 1603
One for each kind of headset the makers list for this phone, from the headsets we sell. Our recommended headsets come first where they are listed.
Jabra's most common settings for this phone: Compatibility A, EHS RHL. Each Jabra headset's row shows its own. (Jabra)
Questions
Can I use a USB headset with the Avaya 1603?
The makers' guides don't list a USB headset connection for the Avaya 1603, and this guide shows only what they list. The headsets listed connect through the headset port (with a bottom cable). If you need a USB headset, ask an advisor.
Does the Avaya 1603 work with Bluetooth headsets?
The makers' guides don't list pairing a headset with the Avaya 1603's own Bluetooth, and this guide shows only what they list. If you need that, ask an advisor.
How do I answer calls from a wireless headset on the Avaya 1603?
With a handset lifter, which the makers list for the Avaya 1603. Each headset's row shows the exact one.
What do I need to connect a corded headset to the Avaya 1603?
A bottom cable that connects the headset to the phone's headset port. Yealink lists the cable for each headset in its row.
All 61 compatible headsets, by kind. Recommended first, then the ones we stock.
61 compatible
Wireless DECT headsets 28
Remote call control Remote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Headset
Compatible
Connects via
Accessory needed
Remote call controlRemote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Only supports audio. Not included as a free gift; must be purchased separately. Cable A: Yealink/Avaya/Poly/Mitel/Unify/Snom IP Phone Cable B: Cisco IP PhoneUpdated 9 Nov 2026
Only supports audio. Not included as a free gift; must be purchased separately. Cable A: Yealink/Avaya/Poly/Mitel/Unify/Snom IP Phone Cable B: Cisco IP PhoneSource: Yealink · updated 9 Nov 2026
Only supports audio. Not included as a free gift; must be purchased separately. Cable A: Yealink/Avaya/Poly/Mitel/Unify/Snom IP Phone Cable B: Cisco IP PhoneSource: Yealink · updated 9 Nov 2026
Option 2Jabra lists it for: 1603No part listedCompatibility=A · MicrophoneLevel=6
Corded headsets (headset port) 28
Remote call control Remote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Headset
Compatible
Connects via
Accessory needed
Remote call controlRemote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Remote call control Remote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Headset
Compatible
Connects via
Accessory needed
Remote call controlRemote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Remote call control Remote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
Headset
Compatible
Connects via
Accessory needed
Remote call controlRemote call control means you can answer and end calls with the button on your headset. "Not stated" means the headset works with this phone, but remote call control has not been verified.
