EAGAN, MN, March 21, 2013 – Capitol, the leading electronics distribution source for PRO AV and communication contractors, residential systems integrators, retailers and premium incentive resellers, today announced that it now offers  the complete selection of Panasonic’s new SIP telephones for the residential, home office, and small-to mid-sized business markets.

Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) phones are designed to be more cost-effective than traditional models, and Panasonic’s line of SIP corded and cordless phone systems come packed with features that make them essential for both residential and commercial end-users.

“It’s amazing to me just how much value is packed into the Panasonic SIP lineup,” said Capitol President and CFO Curt Hayes. “As the face of Panasonic to CEDIA dealers, we’re proud to bring this remarkable series to installers and integrators of every size.”

Panasonic’s cordless SIP systems are Ethernet-based and expandable with up to 6 DECT 6.0 handsets, each with its own number. They are also IETF RFC 3261 SIP compliant and support G722 (Wideband), G711, G726, and G729 codecs. The company’s corded SIP systems are HD voice and PoE enabled and conferencing capable. Select models feature two data ports and can use wireless headsets.

Panasonic’s SIP phones support a variety of hosted and open-source PBX platforms. And with the inclusion of a two-year limited warranty, they are supported by the Panasonic national service network.

“The cost-savings and technological benefits of SIP phones are capturing the attention of end-users and businesses alike,” explained Bill Savino, Marketing Manager for Panasonic’s Business Communications Solutions. “Our friends at Capitol are in the perfect position to communicate the value of the line, in addition to providing customer service that continues to set an industry standard.”

About Capitol

Capitol is the leading distribution source for residential systems contractors, retailers, PRO AV contractors, and premium incentive resellers who are looking for home theater, telephone, integrated home systems, and commercial AV products. The company is famous for taking a 360-degree approach to its business, offering retailers high-quality products at competitive prices, plus hands-on application training, expert technical help and unmatched customer service. Capitol offers hundreds of application-based education courses throughout the year, including filled-to-capacity classes at CEDIA and other industry events, in addition to “on campus” programs at the company’s headquarters as well as the company’s web site. For further information, visit the company’s web site at www.capitolsales.com, or call 1-800-467-8255.