Leadtek BVP 8770 User manual

Videophone
User's Manual

Videophone User's Manual
Version A
April 2004 P/N: W0500880

Table of Contents
1 Getting Started ...................................................... 1
2 Getting to Know Your Videophone ..................... 3
3 Installation ............................................................ 7
Overview ........................................................................ 1
Feature highlights ........................................................... 1
What's in the package ..................................................... 2
Front view ....................................................................... 3
Rear view ........................................................................ 6
Side view ........................................................................ 6
Installing the unit ............................................................ 7
Using external devices (Optional) .................................. 9
4 Making a Call ....................................................... 10
5 Making Adjustments .......................................... 12
Before making a video call ........................................... 10
Making a video call ...................................................... 11
Using OSD menus ........................................................ 12
Reviewing IPs ................................................................ 13
Configuration .................................................................. 14
Password Checking .......................................................... 14
Phone Setup ...................................................................... 15
Network Setup .................................................................. 16
Bandwidth Setup ............................................................... 17
Advanced Setup ................................................................ 18
Firmware Update .............................................................. 21
Configuration Changed ..................................................... 24

Table of Contents
Error messages in bootup sequence .............................. 34
Other problems ............................................................. 37
Phonebook ....................................................................... 25
Change Password ............................................................ 31
Restore factory settings ................................................... 32
Add ................................................................................... 25
Search ............................................................................... 26
InBox ................................................................................ 29
OutBox ............................................................................. 30
6 OSD Menu Tree ................................................... 33
7 Trouble Shooting ................................................ 34
8 FCC Statement ................................................... 38
Error messages in dialing sequence .............................. 36

Overview
Feature highlights:
The Videophone is designed to avoid complicated installation. And with the
buttons on the keypad, you are able to access the user-friendly on screen
display menu (OSD), easily control the functions and make adjustments.
The has a built-in high quality CCD camera and an active matrix
liquid crystal display. Images are transmitted through the Internet at up to 24
frames per second (fps) . While making a video call, you
can enjoy the brilliant real-time color images of yourself, your
correspondents or both. If you do not want your image to display on the
caller or receiver's screen, The 's private mode can do just that.
The is fully compliant with H.323 international standards for
video communication. It can be used with any video phone that are
compatible with this standard.
Broadband IP address videophone
Connect the other videophone by simply entering the IP address/number*
with cover protection
Friendly and easy operation through keypads
Phonebook dialing function
2 A/V inputs & 1 A/V output for additional video/audio input and
video/audio output for large display
Up to 24 frames per second video display (@ CIF resolution)
Video selectable and picture image up to VHS quality
Echo-cancellation and no delay high quality audio
Videophone
(@ CIF resolution)
Videophone
Videophone
Built-in high quality CCD camera
High quality TFT LCD display
1Getting Started
*Note: To dial numbers, Videophone must work in conjunction
with additional accessories, such as the H.323 Gatekeeper.
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Audio/Video Cable
Power Adapter
Handset Cable Ethernet Cable
Power Cord
User's Manual
Videophone
What's in the package?
Please unpack the product package with caution; inspect
the items closely. If you find any damaged item, please
contact your local distributor immediately. Also, please keep
the box and packing material for future use in the event of
future shipments.
Videophone 1
Handset 1
User's Manual 1
Handset Cable 1
Power Adapter 1
Power Cord 1
Ethernet Cable (RJ-45) 1
Audio/Video Cable 1
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Handset
2

2Getting to Know Your Videophone
Front view
Brightness
Hue:
and
These two
knobs are for
adjusting the
brightness and hue
of the images on
the LCD screen.
LCD
Screen:
shows the
video
images of
callers.
CCD Camera:
The input
source of local
video image.
This is a mini
built-in CCD
camera.
Keypad:
To enter the IP
address or to input
data required for
accessing the OSD
menu.
Video Indicator:
Lights orange
when the main unit
is in video
transmission.
When Videophone
is in audio mute,
the video indicator
blinks.
Power Indicator:
Lights green when
the power is on.
The light blinks
when the power
saving function is
on. The power
saving function
activates
when the system is
inactive for five
minutes.
Handset Cable
Handset
Mic.
Cursor Panel:
See next page.
123
456
789
0#
Video Power
Clear
View Privacy
Still Camera
Phonebook
Hot Keys:
See next page.
Speaker
OK
Mute
Redial
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Front view (cont.'d)
Phonebook
Still Camera
View Privacy
Mute/Redial:
During a video call, this
button is used to mute
the audio so that you will
not be heard by the other
party on the phone; when
there is no connection, to
redial the IP address/
number* last dialed.
Hot Keys
View:
To select how local
and remote video is
displayed on the screen.
The options are: Remote,
PIP upper-left, PIP
lower-left, PIP upper-
right, PIP lower-right,
Local. And it switches
in that sequence.
Privacy:
Stop sending your image
to the other side so that
you will not be seen by
the person you talk to.
Camera:
To switch between the
built-in CCD camera and
external cameras
connected to Videophone.
Still:
To freeze the
video image of
yourself so that
the other party
can have a
clearer display.
Hands Free:
To dial the
correspondent's
IP address
without picking
up the handset.
Used with OSD menus;
to move the cursor left
or to go back to the
previous menu. During
a video call, used to
reduce the incoming
video bit rate. OK: Used with OSD menus; to
pop up the OSD menu, to enter
the sub menu, or to confirm the
selection. During a video call,
related to the "Allow Remote
Control" option (see page 15).
Cursor Panel
Used with OSD menus; to move
the cursor right or to enter the sub
menu. During a video call, used to
raise the incoming video bit rate.
Used with OSD menus; to move the
cursor up. During a call, to turn the
volume of the speakerphone up.
Used with OSD menus; to
move the cursor down. During
a call, to turn the volume of
the speakerphone down.
Clear:
Used to go back to the
previous menu, or to
function as Backspace
when you input letters or
numbers. During a video
call, used to refresh the
screen should artifacts
appear due to temporary
network traffic congestion.
*Note: To dial phone
numbers, must
work in conjunction with
additional accessories, such
as the H.323 Gatekeeper.
Videophone
Phonebook:
See page 24.
Clear
OK
Mute
Redial
4

Inputting numbers
Pressing any key on the numeric keypad can input the
correspondent number.
For example, pressing will generate the number
"8".
Numeric Keypad
Front view (cont.'d)
8
TUV
2
ABC
1
@_-
3
DEF
5
JKL
6
MNO
4
GHI
9
WXYZ
8
TUV
7
PQRS
0
!;$
.,
Numeric Keypad
Inputting letters
Every button on the numeric keypad has characters printed
on it, in addition to the numbers. Number keys from"2"to"
9 " have English letters on them, so they can be used to input English letters.
When inputting data, pressing a key consecutively will generate the letters on it.
For example, has the number"7"andthealphabets " PQRS " on it.
Pressing this key once will generate the number"7".
Pressing this key twice consecutively will generate the letter"P".
Pressing this key three times consecutively will generate the letter"Q".
Pressing this key four times consecutively will generate the letter"R".
Pressing this key five times consecutively will generate the letter"S".
And it will cycle in such order.
7
PQRS
Inputting punctuation marks
The keypad provides four punctuation marks:
" " " " " " and " ".
.,! ;
" ": Press twice consecutively;
" ": Press three times consecutively.
" ": Press twice consecutively.
" ": Press three times consecutively.
.
,
!
;
Press only once to generate"."when inputting IP addresses.
.,
.,
0
!;$
0
!;$
Inputting special characters
The keypad also provides six special characters: " " " " " " " " " "
and " ".
@_- $
#
" ": Press twice consecutively; " ": Press once.
" ": Press three times consecutively. " ": Press 4 times.
" ": Press four times consecutively. " ": Press once.
@
_$
-#
1
@_-
1
@_-
1
@_-
.,
0
!;$
Switching between upper
case and lower case letters
Press once to switch
between upper and lower case
letters when inputting data.
Speed Dial
When the handset is picked up
or the button is
pressed, pressing can
enable speed dial.
speaker
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WAN
AUDIO
VIDEO
A/V
OUT
A/V
IN2
POWER
A/V
IN1
ON
OFF DC IN
Brightness
For adjusting the
brightness of LCD screen
Hue
For adjusting the hue
of LCD screen
DC IN
Connect to the
DC output of
power adapter A/V OUT
Audio and
Video output
connector
A/V IN2
Audio and
Video input
connector 2
A/V IN1
Audio and
Video input
connector 1
WAN
Ethernet
connector
Lens Cover Holder
A holder for the plastic
cover plate of CCD lens
Rear view
Power Switch
For turning
on/off the power
Side view
Handset Jack
Handset cable
connector
LCD Panel
The LCD panel
can be tilted up or
down to adjust the
angle of the shots
taken of the caller
and obtain the
most comfortable
viewing position.
COM
COM
(reserved)
MIC
MIC
External
microphone
connector
(optional)
6

3Installation
Step 1 Pick a good spot
Prolonging the lifespan
Avoid storing or operating in abnormal conditions.
High temperatures or excessive humidity could cause the unit to
malfunction and shorten its useful lifespan.
Videophone
Stability
Place your on top of a counter, desk, or table with the
CCD camera opening in front.
Videophone
Lighting condition
Make sure the lighting is sufficient and does not shine directly
into camera lenses.
View of camera
Avoid using in a room with brightly painted walls or
flamboyant wallpaper. Soft and evenly painted background
provides the best results.
Videophone
Installing the unit
Connect the handset cable.
Step 2 Hook up the handset
Connect the handset and the Videophone main unit with handset
cable.
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Step 3 Connect the Ethernet cable
Plug one end of the Ethernet cable in the jack marked "WAN" on
Videophone. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable in the RJ-45
jack of the Internet device (hub, router, or ATU-R).
Connect the Ethernet cable
to the Internet device.
Installing the unit (Cont'd)
Step 4 Plug in for power
Connect the power cord between
the wall outlet and the power
adapter. Plug the free end of the
power adapter into the
power connector
(DC IN) on
Videophone.
Connect
the power
adapter.
Connect the power cord
and plug in.
AUDIO
VIDEO
A/V
OUT
A/V
IN2
POWER
A/V
IN1
ON
OFF DC IN
COM WAN
8

Using external devices (Optional)
VCR
(for recording)
VCR
(for playing)
A/V Output
OR
OR
CCD Camera
Television
VCR
(for playing)
OR
CCD Camera
WAN
AUDIO
VIDEO
A/V
OUT
A/V
IN2
POWER
A/V
IN1
ON
OFF DC IN
COM
MIC
A/V Input 1A/V
Input 2
External
microphone
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Avoid having lights behind you that
might shine into the camera lens.
Do not point the Videophone at a
mirror or bright light.
Keep a distance of 0.5 meters away
from Videophone.
Make sure of the most appropriate
lighting source, preferably from the
front with the beam on your face.
4Making a Call
Here are a few things you need to consider before making a video call.
Use the self-view image to get the best shot of
yourself.
Adjust the hue and brightness of the screen for best
image.
0.5 m0.5 m
Before making a video call
Avoid having a lot
of movement in the
background and try
not to move around
excessively. Too
much movement
tends to slow down
the frame rate of
the video image,
resulting in a jerky
picture.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
10

Step 1 Turn on the power of the unit.
Step 2 Pick up the handset.
Step 3 The other party answers the phone, and
Step 4
Step 5
The incorporates a power saving circuit to protect its
internal components and extend its service life.
If the is inactive for 5 minutes, the LCD screen
automatically shuts down and goes blank. The power indicator
blinks.
The image returns to the screen when the handset is picked up or
any key is pressed.
The LCD screen shows the local
view, the image of the caller.
Enter the desired IP address/number * (See
note). Use the key to input the dots between the numbers.
When a key is pressed, the image on the LCD screen disappears
and the numbers you input are displayed.
the video connection is
established. You will be able to see the person you are talking to.
To end the connection, simply hang up the handset.
If there is difficulty in making connection, please make sure that
the Videophone has been properly installed. Please also check if
the network settings are correctly configured.
Videophone
Videophone
Power Saving Mode
*Note: To dial numbers, the Videophone must work in
conjunction with additional accessories, such as the H.323
Gatekeeper.
Making a video call
.,
If there are artifacts residuals on the screen due to
network traffic congestion, press button
to refresh the screen.
Clear
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Using OSD menus
The Videophone allows you to use the cursor panel on the keypad to control
OSD (on-screen-display) menus. The OSD menu is brought out by pressing
the button on the cursor panel of the keypad. The figure below shows
you what an OSD menu looks like:
Clear
OSD menu
LCD Panel
Screen
Cursor Panel
Operating OSD menus cursor panel explained
Highlighted item
Configuration
Change Password
5Making Adjustments
Clear
Phonebook
OK
OK
OK
Brings up on-screen menu, enter the sub-
menu, or confirm the selection made.
Moves the cursor right or enter the sub-
menu.
Moves the cursor left or go back to the
previous menu.
Moves the highlighted option down.
Moves the highlighted option up.
Serves as the backspace key when
inputting data.
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Change Password
Configuration
Phonebook
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Firmware version:
Press "OK" to enter
IP addr of this phone:
Phone can be called by
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
the Configuration menu.
Main: 1.1.0
LAN: 2.2.2
OK
Local view
Using OSD menus Reviewing IPs
(Continued on page 14, 24, 30
respectively, for instructions on
configuring different settings)
OK
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Bandwidth Setup
Firmware Update
Phone Setup
Password correct?
Yes
Change Password
Configuration
Phonebook
Please enter password
|
or
and : Item selection
OK
OK
Network Setup
Advanced Setup
Incorrect password
Any key
(Continued on page 15 to 22
respectively, for instructions on
configuring different settings)
Clear : backspace
Numeric input,
maximum 4 digits
No
Using OSD menus
Password Checking
Configuration
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Using OSD menus Configuration Phone Setup
Phone Setup
Auto Answer Rings (0~9): 4
Ring Volume: HI
Start With: Both A&V
Flash Key: OFF
H.263: ON
Auto Answer: OFF
Allow Remote Control: NO
and : Item selection
and : toggle options
(ON/OFF, HI/LO,
YES/NO)
Numeric keypad: input numbers
Start With:
Flash Key:
Allow Remote Control:
Both A&V:
Video:
Audio:
ON:
YES:
Starts a call with both audio and video.
Starts a call with video only. Audio is disabled.
Starts a call with audio only. Local view is on the LCD. To bring
back video during the call, press the key.
Pressing the key during a call sends a Hook-Flash signal.
Flash is used to access features in a PBX phone system.
Allows the remote (far) site to change the video input sources on
this phone during a call. The remote site first presses , then each
subsequent press of changes the video source. The letters "Alt" is
displayed on the LCD after is pressed.
H.263: If two parties have a communication problem with the video
protocol, setting H.263 to off may solve the problem.
Privacy
Phonebook
OK
Camera
OK
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Network Setup
IP Address: 0.0.0.0
Netmask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
Press > to check: ( )
Being Called by Above IP? NO
Auto Get IP (DHCP)? YES
User Name: Videophone
Use Phone #? NO
Phone #: 123456
and : Item selection
and : toggle options
(YES/NO)
Numeric keypad: input numbers,
letters, punctuation marks, and
special characters.
Auto Get IP?
Being Called by Above IP?
User Name:
Use Phone #?
YES:
NO:
YES:
NO:
YES:
IP Address, Netmask and Gateway for the phone unit will be
provided by a DHCP server. The typical case for this selection is when
the phone is connected to a router which includes a DHCP server.
A user enters the IP Address, Netmask and Gateway. The typical
case for this selection is when the user wants to assign a public and static
IP to the phone unit.
The IP address to be used in receiving calls is specified in the IP
Address field above. The typical case for this selection is when the IP
address is public and static, therefore, reachable directly from the
Internet.
The IP address to be used in receiving calls can be found in the
Public IP Address menu (see page 19). The typical case for this selection
is when a phone is connected to a router which performs a NAT function.
Your ISP assigns a public IP address to your router. By using this public
IP address, your phone is reachable directly from the Internet.
The user name is displayed when the phone rings.
Phone # is another way for someone to call your phone. To use the
Phone # feature, your phone must be registered successfully to a
Gatekeeper with your desired phone #. Gatekeeper is set up in the
Gatekeeper menu .(see page 18)
Using OSD menus Configuration Network Setup
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