Aethra vega X7 User manual

Vega®X7 is a
high-performance system
at the cutting-edge
of set-top technology.
It is ideal for medium
and large-sized
videoconferencing sessions
that require HD audio
and video quality.
Native HD system
HD is not just technology, it’s a concept embracing Video,
Voice and Content aiming at improving comprehension and
productivity. Vega X7 is the Aethra solution specificall
designed and projected for High Definition.
Supports multiple connectivity
Available in several versions: for connection up to 384 Kbps (512
kbps with optional XLNA) over ISDN BRI and 4 Mbps over IP.
Simultaneous Dual-Stream video
Convenient XGA inputs and outputs provide one-ste PC plug-
in for simultaneous dual-stream video and live PC presentation
with enhanced images.
Easy to configure
Flexible, simple architecture enables easy re-configure of the
system. Ready to upgrade simply by adding different cards.
Customizable Graphic User Interface
The user is able to choose layouts and colours from a variety
of alternatives.
High Definition system
HD system
Fully featured split system with embedded
HD inputs and outputs
Highest Quality
Crystal clear audio and superior video
quality at 4 Mbps
Enhances Collaboration
Built-in MCU connects up to 9 sites with
Continuous Presence and embedded
PowerPoint®presentations

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Supported Standards
• ITU-T H.320 ISDN
• ITU-T H.323 IP networks
• IETF-SIP (RFC3261) IP networks
• PPPoE
• Video H.261, H.263++, H.264
H.239, H.241
• Audio G.711, G.728, G.722,
G.722.1, G.722.1 Annex C,
MPEG4 AAC-LD
• Data T.120
• LDAP H.350
• MCU compatibility H.243, H.231
Transmission
• Bit rate 56 kbps ÷ 512 kbps over ISDN BRI (*)(**)
64 kbps ÷ 4 Mbps over IP (H323/SIP)
Asymmetric rates
• Simultaneous video motion coding and PC
presentations from the XGA input
* with external XLNA module
** 768 BRI, PRI, Leased Network connections available
on 3Q2007
Video
• Frame rate 15 frames per second
@ 56 kbps -128 kbps
30 frames per second
@ 168 kbps - 4 Mbps
• Video resolution 720p 1280 x 720 pixels
4CIF 704 x 576 pixels
FCIF 352 x 288 pixels
QCIF 176 x 144 pixels
4CIF 704 x 576 pixels for still
images (H.261 Annex D)
4SIF 704 x 480 pixels
SIF 352 x 240 pixels
QSIF 176 x 120 pixels
4SIF 704 x 480 pixels
for still images
(H.261 Annex D)
Up to 1024 x 768 pixels
over XGA in H.263
• Remote camera control H.281 (H.320 - H.323)
Audio
Audio Band Bit rate
G.711 300 ÷ 3400 Hz 48/56/64 kbps
G.728 50 ÷ 3400 Hz 16 kbps
G.722 50 ÷ 7000 Hz 48/56/64 kbps
G.722.1 50 ÷ 7000 Hz 24/32 kbps
G.722.1 Annex C 50 ÷ 14000 Hz 24/32/48 kbps
AAC-LD 50 ÷ 14000 Hz 48/56/64 kbps
• Echo cancellation Full-duplex
• Adaptive post filtering
• Automatic Gain Control (AGC)
• Automatic Noise Suppression
Hi-Band Digital Microphone Pod
• Range 360°
• Response 50 ÷ 14000 Hz
• Microphones 3
• Mute button
• Up to 2 pods in a daisy-chain configuration
External HD Camera
• Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
• Presets 122 presets
• H. angle of view 8 to 70 degrees
• PAN ± 100°
• TILT ± 25°
• Zoom 10x (optical)
Supported Monitor
• Format PAL, NTSC, HighDef
• Single, Dual monitor, HighDef
• PIP and PAP function
• 16:9
• Dual Monitor Emulation
Network Interfaces
• Basic version
Ethernet
2-Port 10/100BASE-T full-duplex
with integrated switch Ethernet 2 RJ-45
• Optional
ISDN
3 BRI with integrated
channel aggregator 3 RJ-45
• Network Module: IDC type connector
to connect the Xline
Network Adapter
Network Protocols
• TELNET, HTTP, SNMP, DNS, DHCP, RTP/RTCP,
TCP/UDP, ARP
Network Features
• Differentiated Service (DIFFSERV), IP Precedence,
IP Type of Service (ToS), Auto Gatekeeper Discovery,
Clever Packets Management (AeCPM)
Audio/Video Interfaces
• Video inputs
Aux In Composite (RCA)
Doc. Cam. 1 S-video (Mini-DIN)
Doc. Cam. 2 S-video (Mini-DIN)
Doc. Cam. 3 Composite (RCA)
XGA In DVI-I
2xHD HD-SDI
• Video outputs
Monitor 1 Composite (RCA)
S-video (Mini-DIN)
Monitor 2 S-video (Mini-DIN)
with monitor detect
Aux Out Composite (RCA)
2xHD DVI-I
• Audio inputs
Connection Level Connector
1xPod mic. 360° Dig. RJ-11 6/6
Aux. mic. Mic Stereo jack 3.5 mm
Audio In Line RCA
Aux In Line 2 RCA (L/R)
• Audio outputs
Connection Level Connector
Monitor 1 Line 2 RCA (L/R)
Aux Out Line 2 RCA (L/R)
Auxiliary Interfaces
• Data RS232 Mini-DIN 8-pin
with DB9 adapter
• Diagnostics RS232 Mini-DIN 8-pin
• VISCA RS232 Mini-DIN 8-pin
supports Canon or Sony, aux PTZ camera
• PC card 1 PCMCIA, type II
for Wi-Fi card
Closed Captioning/Text Chat
• T.140 text chat, available from Web
User Interface
• Multilingual on-screen graphic user interface
• User selectable languages:
Italian, English, French, Spanish, German,
Portuguese, Norwegian, Swedish, Russian, Hungarian,
Polish, Finnish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese,
Japanese, Korean
• Infrared remote control for full function control
• Contextual help
• Diagnostics and management functions
• Call progress monitoring
• Supports AMX™or Crestron™
• Customizable Graphic User Interface
• Web streaming function: UNICAST and MULTICAST
compatible with QuickTime™
Multipoint Function (option)
• Integrated MCU H.320, H.323 and
SIP mixed mode
9 participants @ 256 kbps
6 participants @ 384 kbps
5 participants @ 512 kbps
4 participants @ 768 kbps
3 participants @ 1 Mbps
• Compatible with analog and mobile networks
• Video coding H.261, H.263++, H.264
• Audio coding G.711, G.722,
G.722.1, G.728
• Chair control H.243
• Dial-In/Dial-Out capabilities
• Continuous Presence
• Encryption
• H.239 Dual-video from any site
Encryption
• AES encryption standard H.233, H.234, H.235
• NIST (National Instute of Standards & Technology) certified
Web Management
All the configuration, call, diagnostics and management
functions are accessible using the following web browsers:
Microsoft®Internet Explorer™, Netscape Navigator™
Remote Diagnostics and Management
Local Web Browser SNMP
Self test Yes Yes Yes
Diagnostics Yes Yes Yes
Configuration Yes Yes Yes
Call Yes Yes
Error tracking Yes Yes Yes
Integrated Presentation
• Supported applications
Microsoft® PowerPoint®
• Multimedia support T.120
Power Supply
• 100-240 Vac 50-60 Hz 1.5 A Max
Dimensions
• VEGA X7
Box Width 46 cm (18.11”)
Height 23 cm (9.05”)
Depth 6 cm (2.36”)
Camera Width 26 cm (10.23”)
Height 16 cm (6.3”)
Depth 16 cm (6.3”)
Technical Specifications
Code 071071144GB Rev. 0 (10/07)