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Refer to these This equipment should be installed and numbers whenever you call upon your Sony operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This dealer regarding this product.
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For the customers in Europe uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with The manufacturer of this product is Sony minimum distance 20 cm between the Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, radiator & your body. This transmitter must Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
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Danish For yderligere information gå ind på følgende hjemmeside: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Hierbij verklaart Sony Corporation dat het toestel PCS-XL55/HD Visual Communication System in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de Dutch andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Nadere informatie kunt u vinden op: http://www.compliance.sony.de/...
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és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb előírá sainak. További információkat a következő weboldalon találhat: http://www.compliance.sony.de Con la presente Sony Corporation dichiara che questo PCS-XL55/ HD Visual Communication System è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre Italian disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Per ulteriori dettagli, si prega di consultare il seguente URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/...
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Slovenian direktive 1999/5/ES. Za podrobnosti vas napro šamo, če pogledate na URL http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Por medio de la presente Sony Corporation declara que el PCS-XL55/HD Visual Communication System cumple con los requisitos esenciales y Spanish cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/ CE.
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Finnish koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Halutessasi lisätietoja, käy osoitteessa: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Par la présente Sony Corporation déclare que l’appareil PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions French pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE. Pour toute information complémentaire, veuillez consulter l’URL suivante: http://www.compliance.sony.de/...
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Slovenian 1999/5/ES. Za podrobnosti vas napro šamo, če pogledate na URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/ Por medio de la presente Sony Corporation declara que el PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras Spanish disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Para mayor información, por favor consulte el siguiente URL: http://...
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Semiconductor) sensors. They do not Precautions indicate malfunctions. White flecks Although the CMOS sensors are produced Operating or storage location with high-precision technologies, fine white Avoid operating or storing the system in the flecks may be generated on the screen in rare following locations: cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Installation and Preparation Using This Manual ....................16 Features ........................17 System Components ....................19 Basic System Components ................19 Optional Equipment ..................20 System Configuration .................... 21 System Configuration via a LAN ..............21 System Configuration via an ISDN ..............
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Chapter 2: Registration and Setup for System Administrators Registering Local Information ................54 Opening the Setup Menu .................. 54 Line Interface Setup Menu ................57 Dial Setup Menu ....................57 Answer Setup Menu ..................58 Multipoint Setup Menu ..................58 Communication Setup Menu ................
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Chapter 3: Basic Connection Starting a Connection by Calling a Remote Party ..........97 Turning On the Power ..................97 Calling a Remote Party by Using the Connect Menu ........99 Calling a Remote Party by Entering Their Address or Number Directly (Direct Dial) ..................
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Capturing the Screen .................... 137 Chapter 4: Connection with Optional Equipment Using a Tools Menu ..................... 139 Using the Computer Picture for Presentation ............141 Connecting a Computer .................. 141 Making a Presentation ..................142 Streaming a Communication ................144 Recording a Visual Communication ..............
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Using the Display Control ................... 183 Broadcast Mode ..................... 183 Broadcast Modes and Displayed Windows ............ 185 Switching the Broadcast Mode ..............186 Receiving the Broadcast Requested From Another Terminal ......187 Ending the Multipoint Connection ..............188 Notes on Secondary Terminals ................189 Multipoint Attributes ...................
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List of Port Numbers Used on the PCS-XL55 ............. 241 Videoconferencing Room Layout ................ 242 “Memory Stick” Media ..................243 Phenomena Specific to CMOS Image Sensors ............ 244 Glossary ....................... 245 Menu Configuration ..................... 248 “IPELA” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
audio data, and encrypted data from a Chapter 1: computer. Chapter 6: Multipoint Connection Installation and This chapter shows you how to connect your system to multiple sites. Preparation Chapter 7: Computer Display Function This chapter describes how to use the system as a computer display.
reception. The built-in echo canceller Features supports up to 16 kHz. Supports data communication The PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication The Communication System supports System is a communication system that transmission of output data from a computer. provides face-to-face communications with a remote party by transmitting and receiving High transmission speeds and images and sound via LAN (Local Area...
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On-screen keyboard Supports encrypted connection The on-screen keyboard displayed on the The system allows you to make a strictly monitor screen allows you to input a confidential connection using standard number, address, etc. without moving your encryption, which complies with the H.233, eyes away from the screen.
System Components The PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System is composed of basic system components for a basic communication, and optional equipment for an enhanced communication. Basic System Components Components packaged in the PCS-XL55 Unit Description PCS-XL55 HD Visual Contains the camera, monitor, video codec, audio Communication System codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.
Optional Equipment Optional equipment especially designed for use with the Communication System The following optional devices are used to enhance your videoconference. Unit Description PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to three ISDN lines; 6B channels usable. PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit Used to connect to an ISDN line.
System Configuration The PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System has various system configuration capabilities using the basic components and optional equipment. This section describes the capabilities and necessary equipment for some typical configuration examples. System Configuration via a LAN This allows you to: •...
System Configuration via an ISDN Connection to ISDN is required to use the PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit especially designed for use with this system. This allows you to: • Have a point-to-point HD visual communication over ISDN. • Pick up sound in stereo by using two microphones connected to the system. •...
System Configuration via a SIP This allows you to: • Have an HD visual communication with an IP telephone, etc. using SIP. • Pick up sound in stereo by using two microphones connected to the system. System configuration 1 PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System 2 PCS-RF1 Remote Commander 3 SIP server...
System Configuration via an ISDN for Multipoint To enable ISDN connection, you need to connect the optional PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit especially designed for use with this system. This allows you to: Have a multipoint HD visual communication among up to 3 sites over ISDN. System configuration This diagram depicts a system configuration using...
System Configuration via a LAN and ISDN for Multipoint You can connect to up to 3 sites via mixed LAN and ISDN lines. This allows you to: Have a multipoint HD visual communication among up to 3 sites over LAN and ISDN.
System Connections This section describes the typical system connections. Notes • Be sure to turn off all the equipment before making any connections. • Do not connect/disconnect the interface cable or pen tablet with the power on. Doing so may damage the Communication System or ISDN Unit. •...
System Connection via a LAN PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System to LAN INPUT UTP cable (category 5, straight) ENTER MENU to DC19.5V Power cord to a wall outlet AC adaptor 1) Supplied 2) Not supplied Note The REC OUT jack is used to make an audio recording of a communication. This is not used during regular communication.
System Connection via an ISDN PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System ISDN Unit to TERMINAL PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit Interface cable to ISDN 1-3 (supplied INPUT with ISDN PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit Unit) to ISDN 1-6 ENTER MENU to ISDN to ISDN UNIT ISDN modular cable DC19.5V Power cord...
System Connection via a SIP PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System SIP server to LAN to LAN connector connector INPUT to LAN IP telephone, UTP cable connector etc. (category 5, straight) ENTER MENU AC adaptor to DC19.5V Power cord 1) Supplied 2) Not supplied to a wall outlet Note...
Preparing the System Inserting Batteries into the Remote Commander Most of the operations with the HD Visual Communication System can be controlled with the supplied Remote Commander. Remove the battery compartment cover. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (supplied) with correct polarities into the battery compartment.
• If battery leakage occurs, clean the battery compartment and replace all the batteries with new ones. Pairing the Remote Commander The supplied Remote Commander controls the HD Visual Communication System using the radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. The Remote Commander and the Communication System are paired to prevent interference from other Remote Commanders and Systems.
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Within three minutes after the power is on, locate the Remote Commander closer to the Communication System, and press the RETURN and TOOLS buttons at the same time. The LED indicator flashes rapidly. Press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander. If the LED indicator flashes more slowly, pairing between the units has succeeded.
Turning the System On/Off This section describes how to turn on or off the Communication System. Opening the Lens Cover The system is equipped with a lens cover to hide the camera. Before starting a videoconference, open the lens cover by sliding the lever for lens cover on the top of the system to the right.
Turning On Turn on any external equipment that will be used. Press the (power) switch on the Communication System to turn it on. (power) switch INPUT ENTER MENU (power) indicator (power) indicator on the Communication System flashes. “Starting” appears on the bottom right of the monitor, and then the IPELA logo appears.
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If connection of the ISDN Unit or other devices to the Communication System is not re-established even after the system power is recovered, consult a Sony dealer.
Standby Mode Function To save power, the Communication System will enter standby mode if you do not operate it for a specified period of time. When the Communication System is in standby mode, the indicator lights in orange. You can turn on the Communication System with any button on the Remote Commander if the System is in standby mode.
Turning Off Press the (power) switch on the Communication System. The message “Power off?” appears on the monitor screen. Press the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Power off”, and press the ENTER button. You can power off the system by pressing the (power) button on the Remote Commander.
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You can also press the PC/RGB button and VC button to switch between videoconference display, two-picture display with the videoconference picture as the main picture, and two-picture display with the computer picture as the main picture. For details on using the system as a computer display, see “Chapter 7: Computer Display Function”.
Setting Up the System Immediately after the Installation — Initial Setup Wizard When you turn on the Communication System for the first time after installation and the self-diagnosis is completed, the setup wizard appears on the monitor screen. Register your local system data with the setup wizard using the Remote Commander.
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select the language to be used for the on-screen menus and messages. Select from among English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Russian, Arabic, Thai, Turkish, Norwegian, Welsh, Czech and Hungarian.
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To select the line interface Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Select Line I/F” in the setup wizard, then press the ENTER button. Select the line interface to be used. Wizard Select Line I/F Which is your Line I/F? (Multiple selection available) Select Line I/F I SD N...
Using the Menus The HD Visual Communication System uses the on-screen menus to make various adjustments and settings. This section explains how to adjust or set the items in the menus and gives a brief introduction to the menus. Identifying the Home Menu The Home menu is displayed on the monitor screen when the system is turned on and has not been connected to a remote party.
Home menu (with all items shown) IP:XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX IPv6:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX:XXXX 5/11/2008 13:00 Prêt Accueil NEAR Caméra Outils Room 101 Room 201 Office A Office E Historique Annuaire Appel détaillé Appel qh qj 1 Background screen Image shot by the camera is displayed. B Local terminal name The local terminal name set in the menu is displayed.
The Camera menu is used to adjust the camera brightness, or to preset the camera adjustments and to move the camera to the preset position. Camera menu 5/11/2008 13:00 Camera Previous Adjustments Brightness Preset Details For details on the Camera menu, see page 125. H Tools button The Tools menu opens when you select the button and press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander.
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Connect menu IP:192.168.0.11 5/11/2008 13:00 Previous Enter Number/Address Select from Phone Book Connect Select from History For details, see “Calling a Remote Party by Using the Connect Menu” on page 99. L Detailed Dial button The Detailed Dial menu opens when you select the Detailed Dial button and press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander.
P Dial button To call a remote party whose number or address has been entered in the number input box, select this button, then press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander. Q One-touch dial buttons The submenu is displayed when you select a thumbnail for a remote party you want to call and press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander.
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7 Volume The volume-level bar is temporarily shown when you adjust the volume of the Communication System. 8 Warning messages If system malfunction occurs, a warning, instruction, etc. are displayed. Using the Menus...
Operation Using the Menu The basic operation through the menu is explained taking manual brightness adjustment in the Camera menu as an example. Buttons used for menu operations PRESENTATION LAYOUT VIDEO INPUT CAMERA V/v/B/b buttons VOLUME ZOOM ENTER ENTER button RETURN TOOLS RETURN button...
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Camera”, then press the ENTER button. The Camera menu appears. 5/11/2008 13:00 Previous Adjustments Brightness Camera Preset Details Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Brightness”, then press the ENTER button.
When the “Save” button is displayed in the menu When the setting or adjustment is finished, press the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Save” and press the ENTER button. The setting or adjusted value becomes effective. When the “Cancel”...
To enter a symbol Press the F2 button repeatedly to select the desired symbol. Pressing the 0 button repeatedly also enables you to enter a symbol. To enter a dot (.) for an IP address Press the b button or DOT button. Note When “Internet Protocol”...
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When you select a number, the selected number is entered. When you select an alphabetic letter, a submenu with available letters appears on the on-screen keyboard. Select the desired letter and press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander. The selected letter is entered. Back Space Previous...
Chapter 2: Registration and Setup for System Administrators This chapter describes the registration and settings to be carried out by the system administrator. The chapter is intended to be read by the system administrator. Registering Local Information Before connecting, set up the local system using the Setup menus. This section describes how to display the Setup menus and gives a introduction to the menus.
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Use the V, v, B or b button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander. The Setup menu appears on the monitor screen. Menus available from a setup menu The Setup menus are grouped into the following depending on the setting items.
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select the menu button you want to set, then press the ENTER or b button. The selected setup menu appears. Setting items Menu button Setup Dial Auto Telephone Mode More Options Enable Dial...
Off: Disables the recording of the user Line Interface Setup Menu names. On: Select when you want to record user The Line Interface setup menu is used to names. Each time dialing takes place, select the line interface you use for the user name input menu appears.
Answer Setup Menu Multipoint Setup Menu The Answer setup menu is used to set up call The Multipoint setup menu is used to set up when the local reception. multipoint connection system is used as the main terminal Answer Answer Multipoint Multipoint Auto Answer...
Note Note When there is only one terminal connected, the The setting items and page numbers in the IP: display switches to full screen regardless of the Mode page vary according to the setting of selection of the setting. “Individual Settings”. Communication IP: Mode Communication Setup Menu...
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item for transmission and reception, and Note point-to-point and multipoint connections When the remote system does not support the individually. audio mode selected by the local site, the mode You can select from among 720, W4CIF, automatically becomes “G.711”. W432P, WCIF, 4CIF, CIF, QCIF and AUTO.
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On: Select to configure the ISDN settings When “Individual Settings for Point-to- for point-to-point and multipoint Point/Multipoint” on the ISDN page is set to connections individually. “On”, you can set this item for point-to-point and multipoint connections individually. On: Enables the control of each other’s Note cameras.
Screen Size Note Allows you to select the screen size of the When the remote system does not support the picture to be transmitted or received. audio mode selected by the local site, the mode When “Individual Settings for Point-to- automatically becomes “G.711”.
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MIC+AUX: Inputs audio from the Notes microphone and auxiliary external • When “Adaptive Rate Control (ARC)”, equipment. “Packet Resend Request (ARQ)” or “Forward Error Correction (FEC)” is set to Note “On” in the QoS setup menu, you cannot set “Lip Sync” to “Off”. When “Link to Audio Input”...
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Default + 100ms: Selects the default delay Audio2 Basic Setup2 plus 100ms. Custom: Uses the Audio Output Delay you AUX Local Monitor Out set. Allows you to select whether the audio input Audio Output Delay from the AUDIO IN jacks outputs to the audio output jacks on the Communication When you set “Audio Output Delay Setting”...
Ringer Tone device connected to the RGB OUT connector. Allows you to select the volume of a ring tone when you receive a call from among RGB Monitor Output Format “Loud”, “Medium” and “Quiet”. You can Allows you to select the format of the signal also select “Off”...
Note LAN Setup Menu When “Link to Audio Input” is set to “On”, “Audio Input”, “Input Select (MIC)” and The LAN setup menu is used to set up LAN “Input Select (AUX)” on the Basic Setup1 connection. page of Audio setup menu cannot be selected. For details about the settings, consult your network administrator.
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LAN Mode Secondary DNS Allows you to select the interface type and Enter a secondary DNS address. the communication mode of the LAN LAN Mode connection. Allows you to select the interface type and Auto: The interface type and the the communication mode of the LAN communication mode are detected connection.
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Off: Does not use a fixed IP address for a Gatekeeper Mode PPPoE connection. Allows you to select whether to use the On: Uses a fixed IP address for a PPPoE gatekeeper to control access to a LAN. connection. Using the gatekeeper allows you to dial using the user name or user number as well Fixed IP Address for PPPoE as dialing using the IP address.
User Alias Contact Enter the user name (H.323 alias) registered Enter information about the terminal in the gatekeeper. administrator (up to 30 characters). User Number QoS Setup Menu Enter the user number (E.164 number) registered in the gatekeeper. Specifies the functions for providing optimum consistent communication.
Packet Resend Request (ARQ) QoS2 Re-Order/Shaping Allows you to select whether to request packet to be resent when packet losses occur Re-Order during communication. Allows you to select whether to correct re- On: Requests packets to be resent. order that may cause packet loss (invalid Off: Does not request packets to be resent.
DSCP: Defines the TOS field as the Basic Setup Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP). Enter the value between 0 and SIP Server Mode Allows you to select whether you use a SIP Precedence server or not. Enter the IP Precedence value between 0 and On: Enables use of the SIP server.
Protocol Sub Address Allows you to select the protocol of the Enter sub-addresses when registering them. ISDN lines to be used. You can select Sub-addresses can only be composed of National ISDN, Japan (NTT), Euro ISDN, numbers. Euro ISDN (France), 5ESS (P-P), or DMS- 100, depending on the interface that you are ISDN5 SPID...
Open the Telephone Number page to For the AT&T 5ESS (Point-to-Point enter the LDN (Local Directory Custom ISDN) switch type Number) in the Local Number text You do not need to set up the SPID, boxes. then no entry in the A1 and A2 (B1 and B2, C1 and C2, depending on the When you use the AT&T 5ESS number of lines you use) is required.
Control by Far End Camera Setup Menu When “Far End Camera Control” is set to “On” in the Communication setup menu, you can temporarily reject the camera Camera Camera control command transmitted by the remote party. On: Accepts the camera control command. Off: Rejects the camera control command.
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Clock Display Pattern Communication Mode Display Allows you to select the display pattern of On: Displays the communication mode the clock. when the system is connected to the You can select from among “Year/Month/ remote site. Day”, “Month/Day/Year”, “Day/Month/ Off: Does not display the communication Year”, “Year-Month-Day”...
Local Terminal Name Note On: Displays the local terminal name in the Even if “F1” is set to any option other than Home menu. “Far/Near”, “F1” is fixed to “Far/Near” Off: Does not display the local terminal while the Video Input or Layout menu is name.
Off: Does not display the buttons for Off: Does not display the current audio input connection. level. Phone Book Button Volume On: Displays “Phone Book”. On: Displays the volume meter for a certain Off: Does not display “Phone Book”. duration when the volume is adjusted. Off: Does not display the volume meter.
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Settings Password” when saving each setting. • Make sure to write down the Administrator Password. If you should forget the Line Interface Administrator Password, consult your Sony Enabled: Requires “Save Settings dealer. In this case, the memory of the Password” when saving the Line Communication System is initialized before Interface settings.
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Disabled: Does not require the password when saving the Multipoint settings. Enabled: Requires “Save Settings Password” when saving the SIP setup settings. IP Mode Disabled: Does not require the password Enabled: Requires “Save Settings Password” when saving the SIP setup settings. when saving the IP Mode settings.
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Shared Phone Book Audio Port Number Enabled: Requires “Save Settings Enter the audio port number for streaming Password” when saving the Shared broadcasts. Phone Book settings. Video Port Number Disabled: Does not require the password Enter the video port number for streaming when saving the Shared Phone Book broadcasts.
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Enabled: Permits access via Telnet. information from the Communication Disabled: Prohibits access via Telnet. System, the System automatically falls under the control of the AMX system. SSH Access Allows you to select whether to permit access to the Communication System via Enter a number from 0 to 255 as the HOP SSH (Secure Shell).
Clear Phone Book Connect Priority: Connects with the encryption feature to a remote party with Allows you to delete a Phone Book on the standard encrypted connection enabled. system. Connects without the encryption feature Auto Dialing to a remote party with standard encrypted connection disabled or with Allows you to select whether to the encryption feature set to off.
Displaying the Machine Status The Machine Status menu allows display of the versions, communication mode, line connection quality, etc. of the Communication System and the connected equipment. Displaying the Machine Status Menu Press the TOOLS button on the Remote Commander or use the V, v, B or b button to select “Tools”, then press the ENTER button.
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select the information to be displayed, then press the ENTER button. The selected display appears. Displaying the Machine Status...
Machine version Machine Information Selecting “Next” in the Machine Information menu shows the codec version, The Machine Information menu shows the etc. versions of the HD Visual Communication System and the connected equipment for exclusive use, installed software versions, Peripheral Status etc.
H239 Communication Mode Status Displays whether the unit is ready to use the The current communication status will be H.239 presentation mode. displayed. When two points are connected to the system, selecting “Next” in the lower Check Code part of the page displays the next page. Displays the encryption check code.
For details, see “About the Network Routing Restrictions on the Check” on page 96. Use of IPv6 IP address of remote site Enter the IP address of the remote terminal you want to check. The functions of the system are restricted as follows when using the IPv6 Internet Line I/F Protocol or both the IPv4 and IPv6 Internet...
Setting Up the Network Configurations This section describes how to set up the network configurations for use with various networks. For details on the LAN setup menu, see “LAN Setup Menu” (page 66). For details on configurations, consult with the system administrator. LAN Connection via DHCP Configuration example LAN (A)
Enter a name in “Host Name” under the Basic Setup page in the LAN setup menu, and enter the appropriate values for “IP Address”, “Network Mask”, and “Gateway Address”. Setup Basic Setup Sony LAN1 Host Name DHCP Mode IP Address 192.100.
Enter a name in “Host Name” under the Basic Setup page in the LAN setup menu, and enter the appropriate values for “IP Address”, “Network Mask”, and “Gateway Address”. Setup Basic Setup Sony LAN1 Host Name DHCP Mode 192.100. 10. 10...
Enter a name in “Host Name” under the Basic Setup page in the LAN setup menu, and enter the appropriate values for “IP Address”, “Network Mask”, and “Gateway Address”. Setup Basic Setup Sony LAN1 Host Name DHCP Mode IP Address 192.100.
IP:192.168.0.11 5/11/2008 13:00 Setup NAT Setup LAN3 NAT Mode WAN IP Address 210. 10. 10. 1 Save Cancel The setting has been configured properly if the correct WAN IP address appears in the Home menu. To display the NAT address in the Home menu, you must set “Number Display”...
Enter a name in “Host Name” under the Basic Setup page in the LAN setup menu, and enter the appropriate values for “IP Address”, “Network Mask”, and “Gateway Address”. Setup Basic Setup Sony LAN1 Host Name DHCP Mode 192.100. 10. 10...
PPPoE user name and PPPoE password given to you by the provider. Setup PPPoE LAN1 PPPoE User Alias Sony@aaa.ne.jp Password abcdefg Fixed IP for PPPoE Fixed IP Address for PPPoE 210. 10. 10. 10 Obtain automatically Primary DNS...
To connect to a remote party Select “IP” under “Line I/F”, enter the remote party’s IP address, and dial. ISDN Connections Enter the appropriate numbers for “Area Code” and “Local Number” in the Telephone Number page of the ISDN setup menu. Note Do not enter the first 0 of the area code.
Before connecting a remote system, you can check the network routing to assure smooth connection with the system. For the network routing check, knowledge of network is required. Consult your network administrator or Sony dealer. If you have any questions about the checked result, consult your network administrator or Sony dealer.
Chapter 3: Basic Connection This chapter describes how to connect to a remote party after the administrator has completed various registrations and settings for the system. The chapter explains a point-to-point communication via a LAN connection, ISDN connection using the optional PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit or SIP.
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(power) switch INPUT ENTER MENU (power) indicator (power) indicator on the Communication System flashes. “Starting” appears on the bottom right of the monitor, and then the IPELA logo appears. When the system has finished starting up, the indicator remains steadily lit in green.
Calling a Remote Party by Using the Connect Menu This method is available when the Connect button is displayed in the Home menu. IP:XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX Ready to connect. 5/11/2008 13:00 Ready Home Camera Connect Connect button Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Connect” in the Home menu, then press the ENTER button.
Calling a Remote Party by Entering Their Address or Number Directly (Direct Dial) When “Direct Dial” is set to “On” in the Home Menu setup menu, the number input box, Dial button, etc. are displayed in the Home menu, allowing you to use the direct dial function.
Press the CONNECT ( ) button on the Remote Commander. Or use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Dial”, then press the ENTER button. The system begins dialing the IP address or telephone number entered in step 4.
IP:XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX Ready to connect. 5/11/2008 13:00 Ready Home Camera Tools Room 101 Room 201 Office A Office E History Phone Book Detailed Dial Dial One-touch dial buttons The system begins dialing the selected remote party. “Dialing” appears on the monitor screen. When the system connects to the remote system, “Session Connected.”...
Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Dial (outgoing call history)”, “Answer (incoming call history)” or “Missed Call (incoming call history in absence)”, then press the ENTER button or b button. The selected history list appears. IP:192.168.0.11 5/11/2008 13:00 History...
Phone Book Default Group Home Group1 Group2 Room 101 Room 102 Office A ISDN 01-2345-6789 IP 255.255.255.255 ISDN 98-7654-3210 Group3 Group4 New Entry Group5 Group Edit Group6 Room 201 Room 202 Office E Group7 IP 0.0.0.0 IP 123.456.789.012 ISDN 01-2345-6789 History Group8 Detailed Dial...
To change the order of display Each time the F2 button on the Remote Commander is pressed, the display changes between the list of remote parties’ names in ascending alphabetical order and that list in descending alphabetical order. To display the Phone Book during communication Press the button on the Remote Commander during communication.
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Select the line interface to be used for connection. Use the V, v, B or b button to select “Line I/F”, then press the ENTER button. The setting items appear. Press the V, v, B or b button to select the line interface to be used to connect to the remote party, then press the ENTER button.
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When using the ISDN 1 Enter the telephone number of a remote party to connect in the A text box. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select the A text box, then press the ENTER button. Next, enter the telephone number with the number buttons on the Remote Commander or on- screen keyboard, and press the ENTER button.
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To cancel dialing before connecting While “Dialing” is displayed on the monitor screen, press the DISCONNECT ) button or the ENTER button on the Remote Commander. To save the entered IP address or ISDN telephone number in the Phone Book When you enter the IP address or ISDN telephone number, the Save button appears at the lower part of the menu.
Receiving a Call from a Remote Party Operations for answering a call differ depending on the setting of the answer mode. Note The unit is set to manual answer mode under factory default settings. Answering Calls (Manual/Auto Answer Mode) Manual answer mode When there is an incoming call, the Communication System rings.
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When you do not want to answer the call Press V, v, B or b to select “Cancel”, then press the ENTER button. Ringing stops, and the connection is canceled. To answer a call in auto answer mode When you receive a call, the Communication System rings and the message “Answering...”...
Ending the Connection Press the DISCONNECT ( ) button on the Remote Commander. The message “Disconnect?” appears on the monitor screen. Press the DISCONNECT ( ) button on the Remote Commander again, or press the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “OK”, then press the ENTER button.
Registering a Remote Party – Phone Book You can register the telephone number or IP address of a remote party in the Phone Book, allowing you to dial the party very easily. Up to 1000 remote parties can be registered in the Phone Book. You can also store a still image such as a participant’s portrait in the index list.
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Phone Book Index Group Select None Specified One-Touch Dial None Specified Dial to: Specified Line I/F Communication 1024Kbps Bit Rate 2B (128K) Number of Lines More Options Save Cancel Set the items in the List Edit menu. Use the V, v, B or b button and the ENTER button on the Remote Commander to select the setup item.
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Icon/Image Select the icon or a still image stored on a “Memory Stick” to be displayed on the Phone Book. Note You cannot select a still image unless a “Memory Stick” in which still images are stored is inserted. One-Touch Dial Specified Select whether to display the one-touch dial buttons in the Home menu.
To connect to the remote party without using bonding If the system of the remote party is not equipped with the bonding function, entering one telephone number does not allow you to connect all the line numbers used to connect to the remote party. To connect to the remote party by entering all the ISDN line numbers used, you can set the connection without using the bonding function of this system.
Modify the telephone number, IP address, name or setting. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Save”, then press the ENTER button. The modification is completed. Copying a Registered Party in the Phone Book Open the Phone Book.
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Group Edit”, then press the ENTER button. The Phone Book > Group Edit menu appears. Phone Book > Group Edit New Entry Previous Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “New Entry”, then press the ENTER button.
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Previous”, then press the ENTER button. The Phone Book is restored. To modify the group name Open the Phone Book > Group Edit menu, select the group button you want to modify using the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander, and press the ENTER button.
Creating a Private Phone Book You can create your own Phone Book (Private Phone Book) on a “Memory Stick”. Once the Private Phone Book is registered, inserting the “Memory Stick” into the Communication System changes the Phone Book to the Private Phone Book.
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Register a new remote party. The procedure is the same as that for registering in the Phone Book. Proceed with steps 2 to 4 in “Registering a New Remote Party” on page 112. The procedures for how to edit the contents of the Private Phone Book, how to delete the registered remote party, or how to copy one of the registered parties in the Private Phone Book are the same as those for the Phone Book.
Using the Shared Phone Book Using the Shared Phone Book function enables multiple Sony Visual Communication Systems to access to a Phone Book located on a server. For detailed configuration, consult your network administrator. Notes Shared Phone Book • You can dial a remote party registered in the in the same manner as with the Phone Book.
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Using the Shared Phone Book Check that “SPB Mode” is set to “On” in the Shared Phone Book setup menu, and enter appropriate values for “SPB Server Address” and “SPB Server Password”. Setup Shared Phone Book Shared Phone Book SPB Mode SPB Server Address SPB Server Password Save...
Adjusting the Sound Adjusting the Volume of the Received Sound You can adjust the volume of the sound to be received from a remote party. Press the VOLUME + button on the Remote Commander to increase the volume, VOLUME – button to decrease it. The volume level indicator appears on the monitor screen.
Turning Off the Sound on Answering – Mic on Answer Function You can turn off the sound to be sent to a remote party when you have answered a call from the remote party. If you set “Mic on Answer” to “Off” in the Answer setup menu, only the picture on the local party will be sent to the remote party when answering a call.
Adjusting the Camera You can adjust the image shot by the local camera that is sent to the remote party to obtain the desired angle and size. During communication you can also control the camera on the remote site to adjust the image shot by the remote camera.
Adjustments Local Camera : Zoom indicator Use the ZOOM button on the Remote Commander to zoom in or out. Press the T (Telephoto) button to zoom in and the W (Wide angle) button to zoom out. To control the remote camera •...
Select the camera to be adjusted. During communication pressing the F1 button on the Remote Commander switches between the camera on the local site and that on the remote site. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Brightness”, then press the ENTER button.
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5/11/2008 13:00 Camera Previous Adjustments Brightness Preset Details Select the camera whose zoom setting you want to preset. During communication pressing the F1 button on the Remote Commander switches between the camera on the local site and that on the remote site. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Preset”, then press the ENTER button.
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Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Adjustments” under “Camera Angle”, then press the ENTER button, if you want to adjust the camera zoom. The Adjustments menu is displayed and you can adjust the zoom. For the adjustment procedures, see “Adjusting the Camera Zoom”...
Press the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Load”, then press the ENTER button. The camera moves to the selected preset position. Note You can select the items below from the submenu: “Cancel”: Cancels selection of the preset position. “Edit”: Changes the selected preset position.
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To adjust the focus manually Select “Manual” in the Focus drop-down list. Select “Focus Adjustment” and press the ENTER button. Adjust the focus using the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander. To focus on a distant subject, press the b button. To focus on a near subject, press the B button.
Selecting the Input Picture and Sound You can switch the picture displayed on the monitor screen, and switch between the input picture and audio. Switching the Displayed Picture between the Local and Remote Pictures When the displayed picture on the monitor can be switched during communication, pressing the LAYOUT button on the Remote Commander displays the indication “F1: Switches the monitored picture between the remote and local sites.”...
To change the video input name displayed in the Video Input menu You can label the desired name for each video input on the Custom Input Label page in the Video setup menu. When you switch the video input in step 2 above, the name you set is displayed in the Video Input menu.
Switching the Picture from the Remote System You can switch the picture output from the remote system during communication. Press the VIDEO INPUT button, then F1 button on the Remote Commander. The Video Input > Far menu appears. Video Input > Far CAMERA S VIDEO YPbPr...
Switching the Picture Displayed on the Monitor Screen You can display the pictures on the local and remote sites on the monitor screen at the same time. This enables you to check how your own party is monitored on the remote site. Press the LAYOUT button on the Remote Commander.
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To swap the location of the remote and local pictures When the displayed picture can be switched during communication, pressing the LAYOUT button on the Remote Commander displays the indication “F1: Switches the monitored picture between the remote and local sites.” at the bottom of the monitor.
Capturing the Screen You can capture the image displayed on the screen by using “Screen Capture” in the Tools menu and display the captured image on the Phone Book. The captured image is stored in the “Memory Stick”. To capture the local image Insert a “Memory Stick”...
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Press the TOOLS button on the Remote Commander to display the Tools menu. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Execute” for “Screen Capture”, then press the ENTER button. The remote picture is captured and is stored in the “Memory Stick”. Capturing the Screen...
Chapter 4: Connection with Optional Equipment This chapter describes the various connections using the optional equipment in addition to the components contained in the PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System. To make a multipoint connection, see Chapter 6. Using a Tools Menu Pressing the TOOLS button on the Remote Commander opens the Tools menu on the monitor screen.
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For details on presentation, see “Using the Computer Picture for Presentation” on page 141. Streaming Pressing the ENTER button on the Remote Commander allows you to broadcast live stream of the visual communication, and people who do not participate in the communication can watch it over the Web. During broadcasting, the message “Executing”...
Using the Computer Picture for Presentation You can transmit an RGB picture input from a computer, etc. with the local picture simultaneously to a remote party. Note The acceptable RGB signals differ depending on whether they are transmitted during presentation mode or computer display mode. For details on acceptable RGB signals, see “PCS-XL55 HD Visual Communication System (RGB IN)”...
Making a Presentation To configure the presentation mode When you transmit an RGB picture from a computer, etc. and a camera picture simultaneously to a remote party, the remote party can view both pictures simultaneously. This function is called “to make a presentation using the presentation mode complying with H.239”.
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To change the display pattern of the presentation when the H.239 function is disabled Select the display pattern for the presentation with “Presentation Screen” on the Basic Setup page of the Video setup menu (page 65) before starting a presentation. Full Screen: The computer picture to be transmitted from the local system is displayed in full screen.
Streaming a Communication By broadcasting a stream of a visual communication, people who cannot attend the communication can watch the proceedings over the Web using a computer. Before broadcasting a live stream, be sure to configure the live stream permission setting. For details on viewing a streamed communication, see “Chapter 8: Web Control Function”.
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To stop a streaming broadcast Selecting “Stop” for “Streaming” in the Tools menu and pressing the ENTER button stop the streaming broadcast. Notes • Even if the Communication System is turned off while the streaming broadcast is being executed, the streaming broadcast continues. •...
Recording a Visual Communication The video and audio of a visual communication can be saved in a “Memory Stick” in MPEG4 format. The saved data can then be viewed on a computer. For details on the recording settings, see “Recording” on the “Streaming/ Recording”...
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To stop recording Select “Stop” for “Recording” in the Tools menu, then press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander. The message “Stop recording?” appears. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “OK”, then press the ENTER button.
* Wacom and the Wacom logo are registered trademarks of Wacom Co., Ltd. Bamboo is a trademark. For details on the Bamboo small CTH-470/K0, consult with a Sony dealer. Note The communication using a pen tablet is only available for communication between the PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/XA80/XA55/XL55/G60/G60D/G60DP Communication Systems.
Using the Annotation Function while in Communication To start annotation Start communication. Press the TOOLS button on the Remote Commander to open the Tools menu. Press the b button on the Remote Commander and press the V, v, B or b button to select “Execute”...
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Notes • “Received Computer Picture” can be selected only when the computer picture is being received from the remote site. • “Transmitting Computer Picture” can be selected only when the computer picture is being transmitted from the local site. Use the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Annotation Mode”...
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Operations during pointing You can point to any desired portion on the monitor screen with a pointer. You cannot write letters and graphics in pointing mode. Operations during drawing Operate using the function keys on the tablet and the buttons on the pen. Eraser Start Stop...
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To obtain the drawing rights Normally, the drawing rights belong to the party who starts annotation. In the case that the remote party starts annotation, the Obtain Drawing Rights button appears and the indicator (Drawing executed by the remote party) on the monitor screen on the local site.
Using External Microphones and Headphones The built-in microphone is intended for personal use. The PCS-A1 (not supplied) and PCSA-A3 (not supplied) microphones can also be connected. You can input the stereo sound from two PCS-A1 (not supplied) or PCSA-A3 (not supplied) microphones to the system. You can also connect headphones or headsets to the system.
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To connect the microphones and headphones Connect the optional microphones to the MIC (A1/A3) 1 (R) and 2 (L) jacks and the headphones to the (headphone) jack on the Communication System. Power is supplied to the microphones from the system. MIC (A1/A3) PCS-A1 (not supplied) or 2 (L)
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To use the connected microphones Set “Audio Input” to “MIC” on the Basic Setup1 page of the Audio setup menu, and set “Input Select (MIC)” to “MIC (A1/A3)” (page 62). To input the stereo sound from two microphones, set “Input Mode” to “Stereo” (page 63).
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Microphone layout examples PCS-A1 microphones PCS-A1 PCS-XL55 PCSA-A3 microphones PCSA-A3 PCS-XL55 Using External Microphones and Headphones...
Recording during a Communication You can record the voices of participants on both the remote and local sites during a communication if you connect an audio recorder to the REC OUT jack on the Communication System. This is convenient for taking minutes of the communication. To connect an audio recorder to REC OUT L/R INPUT...
Sending Audio/Video from the External Equipment to a Remote Party The Communication System allows you to send the picture and sound output from a connected computer, for example, to a remote party. To connect the video equipment for input The Communication System can be connected to RGB video equipment. to AUDIO IN to RGB IN INPUT...
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CAMERA: Video from the built-in camera. RGB: Video of a computer, etc. connected to the RGB IN connector. To save the selected input, press the V, v, B or b button on the Remote Commander to select “Save”, then press the ENTER button. To input audio Set “Audio Input”...
Viewing the Picture from the System on a Monitor or Projector When the monitor or projector is connected to the Communication System, you can view the picture from the system. To connect a monitor or projector to RGB INPUT ENTER Monitor, MENU projector, etc.
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Pictures displayed on the two monitors During communication, the following images are displayed on the two monitors. Picture displayed on the monitor of the Communication System The local or remote picture shot by the camera (moving picture) is monitored on the monitor of the Communication System. To switch between the local and remote pictures, press the LAYOUT button, then F1 button on the Remote Commander.
Communicating without the Picture – Voice Meeting The Visual Communication System enables a voice only communication using telephones via an ISDN line. (Voice Meeting) Basic connecting procedures are the same as those for normal communication with audio/video. Note If “Lens Cover Mic On/Off Function” is set to “On”, the microphone will turn off when the lens cover is closed.
Controlling the Remote System with the Tone Signal – DTMF Transmission The Visual Communication System enables you to control the remote system connected by transmitting the tone signal (DTMF: Dual Tone Multi Frequency) assigned to the numbers for dialing (0-9, Press the TONE ( ) button on the Remote Commander during communication.
Accessing the Communication System The following controls are available to access the Communication System. For details on each control, consult your Sony dealer. Note Depending on the operating environment, unauthorized third parties on the network may be able to access the system. When allowing external access, be sure to configure all of the passwords on the Password page (page 77) of the Administrator setup menu.
Chapter 5: Encrypted Connection When a strictly confidential communication is required, the communication system enables a connection with encrypted video and audio. A connection conducted using this feature is known as an encrypted connection. This chapter describes how to conduct an encrypted connection. The Communication System is equipped with standard encryption, which complies with the H.233, H.234 and H.235 standardized by the ITU-T.
Preparing for an Encrypted Connection via LAN To start an encrypted connection, “Encryption Mode” must be set in the Encryption setup menu. Set “Encryption Mode” to “Connect Priority” or “Encrypt Priority” in the Encryption setup menu. IP:192.168.0.11 5/11/2008 13:00 Setup Encryption Connect Priority Encryption...
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Encrypt Priority Connects only to remote parties with standard encrypted connection enabled. Connect with encryption Local system: Remote system: Standard encrypted connection available Standard encrypted connection available Do not connect Local system: Remote system: Standard encrypted connection available Standard encrypted connection unavailable Preparing for an Encrypted Connection via LAN...
Starting an Encrypted Connection You can start an encrypted connection by calling a remote party in the same manner as a daily connection. During an encrypted connection, the encryption icon, , is displayed. Note If there is no icon displayed, transmitted and received data are not encrypted. Confirm if an icon is displayed before starting a connection.
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Error Messages Causes The standard encryption You are connected to the remote system via SIP videoconference with SIP connection. connection is not available. Starting an Encrypted Connection...
Chapter 6: Multipoint Connection This chapter describes how to connect your system to multiple points. When connecting via a LAN, multipoint connection among up to 3 points including your site is available. When connecting via an ISDN, multipoint connection among up to 3 points including your site is available. A multipoint connection using LAN and ISDN mixed is also available.
Connection Examples of a Multipoint Connection Using the LAN Connection (Up to 3 Points) • Multipoint connection for up to 3 points is available. • If you have already made a point-to-point connection when a third point calls, the system automatically starts multipoint connection. (100BASE-TX/ 10BASE-T) to LAN...
Using the ISDN Connection Multipoint connection for up to 3 points is available by using the optional PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit. The illustration shows an example using the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit. PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit to ISDN1 to 6 ISDN modular cables (not supplied) to ISDN lines...
To connect with a normal phone When you are using an ISDN connection, a normal phone can be connected at up to 3 points. Only the 1B (64K) connection is available for a normal phone. Using Both LAN and ISDN Multipoint connection with terminals connected via a LAN and ISDN is available.
Configuring Multipoint Setting Up Multipoint Open the Multipoint setup menu, set “Multipoint Mode” to “AUTO”, and make the necessary settings. Setup Multipoint AUTO Multipoint Multipoint Mode Broadcast Mode Split Four-screen Mosaic Split Save Cancel For details on “Broadcast Mode” and “Split”, see “Using the Display Control”...
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To register a multipoint connection list in the Phone Book The basic procedure for registration is the same as when registering a remote party for a point-to-point connection. For details on the procedure, see “Registering a New Remote Party” on page 112. Select “New Entry”...
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Enter all the parties to which you want to make a multipoint connection. Phone Book Index MULTI LIST Multipoint Group Select None Specified 123.123.123.1 None Specified Dial to: One-Touch Dial Specified 123.123.123.2 Dial to: Number of Connected Sites Line I/F 1024Kbps Communication Bit Rate Number of Lines...
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Number of specified points Phone Book Default Group Room 101 Room 102 Office A ISDN 01-2345-6789 IP 255.255.255.255 ISDN 98-7654-3210 Multipoint mark Note To delete the mark from the name list, press the button on the Remote Commander again, or press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander to display the submenu, press the V, v, B or b button to select “...
Starting a Multipoint Connection Calling Remote Parties To call remote parties registered in the multipoint connection lists Select the multipoint connection list registered in the Phone Book. Press the CONNECT ( ) button on the Remote Commander, or press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander to display the submenu, press the V, v, B or b button to select “Connect”, then press the ENTER button.
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Phone Book Default Group Room 101 ISDN 01-2345-6789 Cancel Connect Edit Copy Delete (multipoint) mark is added to the lower right of the selected name in the Phone Book list and the remote party is specified to the party for the multipoint connection.
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To call remote parties not registered in the Phone Book Basic operations are the same as those for a point-to-point connection. For details, see “Calling a Remote Party Not Registered in the Phone Book” on page 105. Select “Detailed Dial” in the Home menu or press the CONNECT ( button on the Remote Commander to open the Detailed Dial menu.
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Select “Connect”, and press the ENTER button on the Remote Commander, or press the CONNECT ( ) button on the Remote Commander. The system begins dialing the remote parties selected in step 3. “Dialing” appears on the monitor screen. When the system connects to all the remote points, the message “Session Connected.”...
Some positions were not connected. Start Meeting Disconnect All Redial Start Meeting: Starts communication with remote parties connected. Disconnect All: Cancels all the connections and restores the Home menu. Redial: Redials the numbers of the points that you failed to connect. Note on multipoint videoconferences using ISDN If the number of remote points connected increases as a result of dialing from the main terminal while making a multipoint connection using ISDN, some of...
Using the Display Control During a multipoint connection you can control the following operations. Broadcast Mode There are four broadcast modes, “Split” and “Voice Activate”, and “Split (fixed)” and the broadcast select mode. You can set up “Split” and “Voice Activate” modes in “Broadcast Mode” of the Multipoint setup menu.
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• When there is one terminal, the picture is displayed in full screen regardless of the setting. • When the six-split window with a terminal specified is displayed, the picture from the specified terminal is always displayed in the lower-right window. •...
Broadcast Modes and Displayed Windows The chart described below shows the window displayed on the monitor screen when you select one of the broadcast modes. According to the connection status of your system, some modes cannot be selected. You cannot select the broadcast mode if your connection status corresponds to that with no display window in the chart below.
Switching the Broadcast Mode At the beginning of the connection, the broadcast mode set in “Broadcast Mode” and “Split” of the Multipoint setup menu is applied. You can change the mode during communication using the Layout menu. Note If “Broadcast Mode” of the Multipoint setup menu is set to “Voice Activate (720P)”, you cannot switch “Broadcast Mode”...
A Broadcast: Broadcasts the picture of the terminal connected first in broadcast select mode. B Broadcast: Broadcasts the picture of the terminal connected second in broadcast select mode. To display the local picture in “Voice Activate” mode You can display the local picture only on your monitor screen even if “Voice Activate”...
Ending the Multipoint Connection Press the CONNECT ( ) button on the Remote Commander. The following menu appears: Disconnect A Disconnect B Disconnect All Cancel The alphabetic letters A to B indicate the connected sequence of terminals. The terminal names are displayed in the menu if you set “Display Terminal Name”...
Notes on Secondary Terminals If there is a terminal that is not adequate for the settings set by this system, that terminal is called a secondary terminal. Communication capabilities between secondary terminal and this system are shown below. • Transmitting/receiving audio •...
Multipoint Attributes Number Attribute Value (H.320 MCU) Value (H.323 MCU) Maximum number of terminals 2 (3 when including the 2 (3 when including the that can be connected to a single local terminal) local terminal) Maximum number of concurrent (independent) connections that can be supported in a single MCU Maximum number of ports that...
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Number Attribute Value (H.320 MCU) Value (H.323 MCU) Method of choosing Selected Custom: Custom: Communication Mode - SCM Number of lines (1B/ LAN bandwidth 2B/4B/6B) (Restricted on maximum Audio algorithm value of total bit rate of (G.711, G.728, G.722, all points) MPEG4 AAC) Audio algorithm Auto:...
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Chapter 7: Computer Display Function When you are not conducting a videoconference, you can use the monitor of the Communication System as a computer display. This chapter describes use of the Communication System other than as a videoconference terminal.
Computer Display Function By connecting the Communication System to a computer, you can view the picture from the computer on the monitor of the system. Connecting the Computer To display the picture from the computer on the monitor of the Communication System, connect the RGB IN connector on the system to the computer using a D-sub 15-pin cable (not supplied).
Outputting the Computer Audio Set “Audio Input” to “AUX” or “MIC+AUX” in the Audio setup menu. Notes • When “AUX” is selected during a conference, audio from the computer is output to the remote party. If “AUX” is selected and you want to use microphone audio during a conference, change the setting to “MIC”.
Switching between Videoconference and Computer Pictures You can press the PC/RGB button or VC button on the right side of the system to switch between the computer and videoconference pictures. Two-Picture Display You can view both the videoconference picture and the computer picture on the monitor at the same time with one of the pictures displayed as the main picture.
Starting a Videoconference during Computer Display Calling a Remote Party during Computer Display You cannot call a remote party when only the computer picture is displayed on the monitor of the system. Press the VC button on the side of the system to switch to videoconference display before calling the remote party.
Adjusting the Picture Quality of the Display You can adjust the picture quality using the buttons on the right side of the system. Press the MENU button on the system to display the menu screen. Note The menu also appears during two-picture display and videoconference display. Use the V and v buttons on the system to select a settings menu, and press the ENTER button or b button.
Picture menu Picture mode Select the picture quality. Dynamic: Display a dynamic picture with emphasis on definition and contrast. Standard: Display a standard picture with emphasis on naturalness. Reset Reset the “Picture mode” setting to the factory default setting. Backlight Configure the brightness of the backlight.
Note If the aspect ratio of the input signal from the computer is 16:9 or wider, this setting is fixed at “Full1”. V Center Adjust the vertical position of the picture. Note This setting may be disabled depending on the input signal. Adjust Signal Automatically adjust phase, pitch, and shift to optimal values for the picture signal input from the computer (auto pixel alignment).
Information menu Notes • Information on the main picture is displayed during two-picture display. • fH (horizontal frequency) and fV (vertical frequency) information may not appear properly depending on the input signal. For details on supported video signals, see “Acceptable signals during computer display”...
Chapter 8: Web Control Function This chapter describes the Web Control Functions used when operating the PCS-XL55. The Web Control Function helps you control the PCS-XL55, or change its setup configuration, using a Web browser installed on your PC, such as Internet Explorer.
Opening the Web Page Enter the IP address assigned to the PCS-XL55 in the address line of your browser. Example: For IPv4 addresses http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/ (“xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx” represents the IPv4 address.) Example: For IPv6 addresses http://[xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx]/ (“xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx:xxxx” represents the IPv6 address.) Note When a proxy server in an external network segment has been set, the Gateway address in the PSC-XL55 LAN setup must also be set.
Identifying a User Once you reach the Web page, the following window will be displayed asking you to identify yourself as the user. Enter one of the following user names (see below) into the “User Name” box and the corresponding password into the “Password” box, then click the [OK] button.
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[streaming] Enter the Streaming Broadcast Password of the terminal transmitting via streaming broadcast. You can receive and view the contents of the transmitted communication. [setting] Enter the Save Settings Password set in the Administrator setup menu. You can check and modify the settings in the “Phonebook” page or register new entries.
Selecting a Menu By clicking a menu name on the left part of the page, you can display the corresponding menu page. Menu items [Home] Displays the “Home” menu to select the line I/F to connect to a remote party, enter the address of the remote party and dial.
How to Use [Home] Menu When you click [Home] on the left part of the page, the Home menu appears. You can also display the Home menu by entering the correct password on the name entry screen. To dial by entering a number 1 Select the line interface (IP, ISDN or SIP).
How to Use [Download] Menu When you click [Download] on the left part of the page, the Download menu appears. Various log files can be shown. Select the log file you want to display, and click the [Download] button. You can check the log files in a separate window.
How to Use [Remote Commander] Menu When you click [Remote Commander] on the left part of the screen, the Remote Commander image appears. By clicking the various buttons on the Remote Commander image, you can control the system in the same way you can when using a real Remote Commander (PCS-RF1), operating the camera, and dialing phone numbers.
Selecting a Tool By clicking the tools button on the top part of the page, you can jump to the corresponding tools page. [Connect/Disconnect] Calls a remote party using direct dialing and ends a communication. [Phonebook] Displays the dial list of the Phonebook. Connects from the Phonebook.
Notes • The KIOSK Mode setting can only be configured using the Web Control Function. • For detailed information on the KIOSK Mode setting, consult your Sony dealer. 1 Click [Setup] at the top of the screen. 2 Click [Admin:Etc] that appears on the left side of the screen.
How to Use [Version Up] Page When you click [Setup] on the top part of the page, [Version Up] appears on the lower left of the page. Clicking [Version Up] displays the [Version Up] page. Version Up Click [Reference] and select the software you want to upgrade, then click the [Upload] button.
How to Use [Streaming] Page 1 On the user name entry screen, enter “streaming” in the [User Name] box and the Streaming Password of the terminal transmitting via streaming broadcast in the [Password] box. 2 Click the [Streaming] button to start QuickTime and start watching a communication.
How to Use [Monitor] Page When you click [Monitor] of the tools buttons, the [Monitor] page opens. You can monitor the picture on the Communication System. Note When “Web Monitor” is set to “Off” on the Access Permit page of the Administrator setup menu, or while the encrypted connection is made, you cannot use the [Monitor] page.
f LAN ALERT indicator Appendix When the system is connected to LAN via the connector on the rear, this indicator lights in yellow when packet error (loss) or link error occurs during communication. Location and ON LINE indicator Function of Parts Blinks in blue while dialing or receiving and Controls a call, and stays lit in blue during...
c MIC (A1/A3) 1 (R)/2 (L) jacks d B/b buttons (minijack) Moves the cursor when navigating the monitor adjustment menu. Connect to PCS-A1 microphones (not supplied) or PCSA-A3 microphones e ENTER button (not supplied), or to commercially available headsets. Power is supplied to Confirms selections when navigating the the microphones from the System.
c LAYOUT button PCS-RF1 RF Remote Displays the Layout menu to select the Commander (Supplied) screen display pattern. d VOLUME +/– buttons Adjust the volume of the sound received from a remote party. +: to increase the volume PRESENTATION –: to decrease the volume e Arrow buttons (V/v/B/b) LAYOUT VIDEO INPUT CAMERA...
n ZOOM (T/W) buttons PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit Zooms in or out. (Optional) T: to enlarge the picture W: to reduce the picture Front/Upper panel o TOOLS button Displays the Tools menu. p DISCONNECT ( ) button Used to disconnect a remote party in communication.
PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (Optional) Front/Upper panel Rear a POWER indicator Lights in orange when power is supplied to the ISDN Unit. When initializing is complete, blinks in green. b STATUS 1-6 indicators Lights in orange when link synchronization of each ISDN connector is established.
Indicators The following icons appear on the monitor depending on the functions being used. Indicator Name Description Near camera Local camera being controlled control NEAR Far camera Remote camera being controlled control Mic off Local microphone is turned off in (Near) communication or not in NEAR...
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Indicator Name Description ISDN Audio only communication in (telephone) progress mode “Memory “Memory Stick” is inserted into Stick” the System. Preset load Recalling the preset camera settings (1-6) – Presentation Presentation Executing (transmitting) (transmitting the presentation data to a remote party) Presentation Receiving the presentation data (receiving)
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Indicator Name Description Packet loss Packet loss occurring Voice “Voice Activate” is selected in Activate “Broadcast Mode” in a multipoint mode connection. Broadcast Local picture is broadcast in a (Near) multipoint connection. Broadcast Terminal A (-B) connected first (A-B) (-second) is broadcast in a –...
On-Screen Messages Check the following if a message appears on the monitor when operating the Communication System. Message Cannot complete connection. (The following code and message appear.) Unknown network error: Try again later. Number does not exist: Check the number and try again. Network congestion: Try again later.
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Message LAN connection rejected: Try again later. DNS error. Dialing your own number is invalid. GateKeeper error. PPPoE server admission has failed. Check the PPPoE User Name and Password are entered correctly. Now obtaining an IP address via DHCP. Configure the DNS address or use the IP address to dial. Check the user name or user number for dialing is correct.
Troubleshooting If the Communication System does not function correctly, check the following. Symptom Cause Solution The power is not The power switch is not set to on. Press the power switch to turn on the turned on. power of the system (page 34). The batteries in the Remote Replace the batteries with new ones Commander are low or dead.
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Symptom Cause Solution No connection. Wrong number was dialed. Check the entered number. The setting of “Line I/F” is not Set “Line I/F” to correct interface correct (when using direct dialing). referring to “Calling a Remote Party” (page 100). The registered items in the Phone Register the party correctly referring Book are not correct.
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Symptom Cause Solution No connection. It takes a long time for the remote Ask the remote party to cancel the party to be able to answer from the standby mode. standby mode. The remote party is in Call the remote party after they end communication with another party.
Network Specifications Multiplexing Video, audio, data Frame format H.221 (compliant with ITU-T PCS-XL55 HD Visual Recommendation) Communication System Interface LAN (standard), 64 Kbps to 4 Mbps This unit is compliant with ITU-T ISDN (BRI), up to 3 lines (when Recommendations H.320 and H.323. installing the PCSA-B384S) up to 6 lines (when installing the PCSA-B768S)
RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE. (–4 °F to +140 °F) • Always verify that the unit is operating Storage humidity properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE 20% to 80% (no condensation) LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND Dimensions 166 × 34 × 128 mm (W × H × D) INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ×...
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Sales and distribution of MPEG-4 Sales and distribution of MPEG-4 Visual encoders/decoders AVC (3-1) encoders/decoders THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE FOR THE PERSONAL AND PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A USE OF A CONSUMER FOR...
RGB OUT/IN connector Pin Assignments 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T jack Mini D-sub 15-pin (female) Signal Description Modular jack R (red) Signal Description GREEN G (green) TPOPTX+ Transmit+ BLUE B (blue) TPONTX– Transmit– – TPIPRX+ Receive+ Ground — RED.GND R (red) signal ground — GREEN.GND G (green) signal ground TPINRX–...
Display Switching Controls This section describes how to transition between screen layouts. The explanation for the videoconference screen uses the Full screen and Picture-and-Picture layouts as an example. This explanation for the Picture-and-Picture display can also be applied to the Side-by-Side and Picture-in-Picture layouts.
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Single monitor transitions During communications Transition using the Transition using the LAYOUT button. LAYOUT button. During presentations Transition using Transition using the Transition using the the LAYOUT LAYOUT button. LAYOUT button. button. Display Switching Controls...
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Dual monitor transitions During communications System monitor External monitor Transition using the Transition using the LAYOUT button. LAYOUT button. During presentations System monitor External monitor Transition using the Transition using the LAYOUT button. LAYOUT button. Display Switching Controls...
Layout Controls between Videoconference and Computer Picture Displays PC/RGB PC/RGB PC/RGB Note The actual position of the remote camera image in the above diagram is as follows. • During single monitor display: The display is based on the layout settings configured for videoconferences.
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To view the computer picture, remote camera images, and a remote presentation on dual monitors System monitor External monitor Press the PC/RGB button on the Communication System twice while receiving a presentation from the remote party, and the monitor will switch to a two-picture display with the computer picture as the main picture.
List of Port Numbers Used on the PCS-XL55 For point-to-point connection Signal Port number Type 1719 Gatekeeper Discovery 224.0.1.41:1718 UDP Multicast Q.931 (dial) 2253-2263 Q.931 (answer) 1720 H.245 2253-2263 Audio RTP 49152-49159 Audio RTCP 49152-49159 Video RTP 49152-49159 Video RTCP 49152-49159 FECC RTP 49152-49159...
Layout Considerations Videoconferencing • Avoid having large, moving objects, Room Layout especially people, behind the participants, as the quality of the picture transmitted to the remote party will deteriorate. • Do not seat participants in front of a wall Layout example with fine stripe patterns.
• Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get “Memory Stick” wet. • Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in Media locations subject to: –Extreme heat, such as in a closed car parked in the sun. Use a “Memory Stick PRO” or “Memory –Direct sunlight.
Phenomena Specific Memory Stick PRO , Memory Stick to CMOS Image PRO Duo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Sensors The following phenomena that may appear in images are specific to CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) image sensors. They do not indicate malfunctions.
Codec Glossary An abbreviation for Coder-Decoder. An integrated device of a coder that converts an analog audio/video signal to a digital data stream and compresses it, and a decoder for An abbreviation for Adaptive Rate Control. expanding to restore the original analog Technology which automatically lowers a signal.
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Gatekeeper H.323 Controls the access of H.323 This enables communications on the communication devices on a network. non-Qos (Quality of Service) LAN. Administers the zone, access limitation, audio/video bandwidth, and alias etc. An abbreviation for High Definition. High H.221 Definition television provides a Frame structure for a digital channel in high-resolution and high-quality picture.
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An abbreviation for Simple Network Management Protocol. This protocol is for management information between the management station and the managed terminals. This enables the monitoring of Sony Communication Systems. SPID An abbreviation for Service Profile ID. Streaming A technology that allows audio and video...
Menu Configuration The menus of the HD Visual Communication System are configured as described below. For detailed information, see pages in parentheses. The initial settings of each item are bolded. Home Camera Adjustments Camera Angle (page 42) (page 125) Brightness Manual Adjustment Preset Preset Setting List...
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ISDN Annotation Camera General Home Menu Administrator Encryption Shared Phone Book History Dial, Answer, Missed Call (page 102) Phone Book “Phone Book” Detailed Dial “Detailed Dial” Phone Book/ Phone Book List Private Phone New Entry Index, Group Select, Dial to:, Auto Dial, Image, Book One-Touch Dial Specified, Line I/F, Communication (page 112)
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Dial Telephone Mode Auto, G.711 -law, G711A-law (page 57) More Options Enable Off, On User Name Input Off, On Prefix Prefix-None, Prefix-A, Prefix-B, Prefix-C Prefix-A Prefix-B Prefix-C Select LAN Prefix Disable, Enable LAN Prefix Answer Auto Answer On, Off (page 58) ISDN MSN Off, On Mic on Answer...
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Communication Individual Settings for Off, On (page 59) (Communication) Transmission/Reception Individual Settings for Off, On Point-to-Point/Multipoint IP:Mode Total Bandwidth 128Kbps, 384Kbps, (Communication) 512Kbps, 768Kbps, 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 3Mbps, 4Mbps, Other Communication Bit Rate 128Kbps, 384Kbps, 512Kbps, 768Kbps, 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 3Mbps, 4Mbps, Other Audio Mode G.711, G.722, G.728, MPEG4...
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SIP:Mode Communication Bit Rate 128Kbps, 384Kbps, (Communication) 512Kbps, 768Kbps, 1Mbps, 2Mbps, 3Mbps, 4Mbps, Other Audio Mode G.728, G.722, G.711 Far End Camera Control On, Off Screen Size 720, W4CIF, W432P, WCIF, 4CIF, CIF, QCIF, AUTO Video Mode H.261, H.263+, H.264, MPEG4 Video Frame 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, AUTO...
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Audio Basic Setup1 Audio Input MIC, AUX, MIC+AUX (page 62) (Audio1) Input Select (MIC)/ MIC(A1/A3), MIC (Camera), Input Select (AUX) AUDIO Echo Canceller On, Off Lip Sync Auto, Off Recording Mute Off, On Input Mode Stereo, Monaural Output Mode Stereo, Monaural Basic Setup2 AUX Local Monitor Out On, Off...
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Basic Setup Host Name (LAN) DHCP Mode Auto, Off (page 66) Prefix Length IP Address Network Mask Gateway Address Primary DNS Secondary DNS LAN Mode Auto, 100Mbps Full Duplex, 100Mbps Half Duplex, 10Mbps Full Duplex, 10Mbps Half Duplex PPPoE PPPoE Off, On (LAN) User Alias...
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Basic Setup Adaptive Rate Control (ARC) On, Off (page 69) (QoS1) Auto Bandwidth Detection On, Off TCP Port Number UDP Port Number Packet Resend Request(ARQ) On, Off ARQ Buffering Time 300ms, 150ms, 80ms, Auto, Custom ARQ Buffering Time Forward Error Correction(FEC) On, Off FEC Redundancy 8, 4, 2, Auto...
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ISDN Basic Setup Country/Region Country/region selectable (page 71) (ISDN1) Protocol Japan(NTT), National ISDN, Euro ISDN, Euro ISDN(France), 5ESS(P-MP), 5ESS(P-P), DMS-100 Telephone Number Area Code (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) (ISDN2) Local Number (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) Telephone Number Area Code (D1, D2, E1, E2, F1, F2) (ISDN3) Local Number (D1, D2, E1, E2, F1, F2)
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General Device Setup Terminal Name (page 74) (General1) Standby Mode On, Off Standby Time 1-99 minutes Last Number Registration Off, On Control by Far End On, Off Language Japanese, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Russian, Arabic, Thai, Norwegian, Turkish, Welsh, Czech, Hungarian...
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Function Keys Far/Near, Camera, RGB, No Operation in Communication F2 Camera, , RGB, No Operation (General4) Camera, RGB, Zoom (RGB), No Operation Camera, RGB, No Operation Home Menu Home Menu1 Clock Display On, Off (page 76) (Home Menu1) Local Terminal Name On, Off Number Display IP:Address, SIP:User Name, SIP:Address,...
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Other Use History On, Off (Administrator7) Save Setup Execute Load Setup Execute AMX Device Discovery Off, On Auto Restore On, Off Internet Protocol IPv4, IPv6, IPv4/IPv6 Phone Book Save Phone Book Execute (Administrator8) Load Phone Book Execute Clear Phone Book Execute Auto Dialing On, Off...