Panasonic KX-VC300 User manual

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REAL-TIME COLLABORATION IN STUNNING HD
A Panasonic HD Visual Communications System lets you simulate and reap the benefits of face-to-face interaction without the exorbitant costs and
carbon footprint associated with business travel.
With HDVC you can closely inspect a CAD drawing of a newly milled machine part by your factory, observe delicate vascular surgery from across the
country or train your global sales force—just as if you were physically present. You’ll experience crystal-clear HD video combined with full-duplex sound
that lets you capture the nuances of facial expression, tone of voice and body language—crucial towards developing a level of trust and rapport otherwise
afforded only by a meeting in person.
PANASONIC TECHNOLOGY LETS YOU ACHIEVE REAL COLLABORATION
1080i Full HD Video
As a premier developer of HD video technologies, Panasonic delivers a
dazzling level of realism that bridges oceans by seamlessly bringing your
clients and associates together into the same room.
360º HD Audio
360º Full-Duplex Audio (KX-VCA001) combined with our Echo Canceller
feature ensures clear voices and lets parties on both sides of the conference
talk at once—just as you would in a face-to-face meeting.
Stable Connection/Low Bandwidth Support
Our unique AV QoS technology helps prevent image and sound disruptions
on both intranet and Internet connections with only 1.5Mbps required for
Full HD (1080p) audio and video transmission.
Easy Operation
Most operations can be handled using the remote control, so you can operate
the system as if you were watching TV. Switching screen displays and switching
between a PC and sub-camera can be done easily with the click of a button.
Large characters, buttons, easy-to-see displays, and color combinations are
designed for easy operation.
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Change Screen Layout
Switch to PC Switch to Sub-Camera
End
Item Selection / Enter
(Camera Operation) /
Menu Operation, Etc.
Start
Colored Buttons
Link
Microphone Off
Address Book Display
Status Display
Camera Control
1
2
3
4
Turn on the main unit, TV,
and camera.
Select the access point
from the screen's menu.
You're ready to start the meeting.
Press the "Start" button.
Commonly used functions can be easily operated
by using allocated buttons.
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Change Screen Layout
Switch to PC Switch to Sub-Camera
End
Item Selection / Enter
(Camera Operation) /
Menu Operation, Etc.
Start
Colored Buttons
Link
Microphone Off
Address Book Display
Status Display
Camera Control
1
2
3
4
Turn on the main unit, TV,
and camera.
Select the access point
from the screen's menu.
You're ready to start the meeting.
Press the "Start" button.
Commonly used functions can be easily operated
by using allocated buttons.
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Wireless Communication
Connection is possible with a wireless router (Wi-Fi), so the HD Visual Communications unit can be
taken to wherever the user is. This also keeps the wiring at the customer site simple. Wireless
support AV-QoS ensures a stable connection even during wireless connection. This expands the areas
of use to include videoconferences in places other than meeting rooms like factories and showrooms
that are not equipped with LAN cables.
Computer/Sub-Camera Connection
Connect a PC or sub-camera, and show the other party your computer screen or second camera images—perfect for adding slideshows, movies or other
images to the meeting.
Camera Control
When an HD Communication Camera is connected, the HD Visual Communications System remote
can be used to control pan, tilt, zoom and preset recall* operations for both your camera and the
camera at another party’s site.
* Up to nine shooting positions and zoom sizes can be set and shifted by a single touch of the remote control during
communication. Preset registration is possible only for your own site (and not during communication).
Changeable Screen Layouts
Even when four sites are connected, the screen layouts can be flexibly changed to enable smooth remote conferencing. Changing the screen layout
is done with a one-touch button on the included remote control, so it is easy even for someone doing it the very first time.
nThe HD Visual Communications System used at all communicating
sites must be Version 2.3 or later in order to enable camera
control during communication.
Tilt
Pan
Zoom
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Layout1Layout 2 Layout 3
Layout6Layout 5 Layout 4
Site A
Site A Site C Site A Site C
Site B Self
Image
Site B
Site B
Site C
Self Image
Camera Control
When an HD Communication Camera is connected, the HD Visual Communications
System remote can be used to control pan, tilt, zoom and preset recall* operations
for both your camera and the camera at another party's site.
* Up to nine shooting positions and zoom sizes can be set and shifted by a single touch of the remote control
during communication. Preset registration is possible only for your own site (and not during communication).
Camera Control
(CAM Ctrl)
Tilt
Pan
Zoom in (red)
Zoom out (blue) Preset calling
• The HD Visual Communications System used at all communicating sites must be
Version 2.3 or later in order to enable camera control during communication.
• Ceiling mounting is not possible for the GP-VD150 / GP-VD130.
Tilt
Pan
Zoom
Tilt
Pan
Zoom
GP-VD150 GP-VD130
GP-VD100
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INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS
Human Resources
Reign in recruitment costs while still reaping the benefits of crucial face-to-face
interviews. HDVC delivers all the benefits of a meeting in person—facial expressions,
body language, demeanor and other nuances are conveyed—but without the cost and
time associated with travel. This not only allows the applicant pool to be widened, but
also shortens the hiring timeline.
Training
Corporate training sessions no longer have to entail flying in personnel from far-flung regional
offices. Sales managers and other professionals can conduct detailed training sessions with
satellite offices. New employee orientations can be conducted remotely without sacrificing
the robust, personal interaction necessary for an effective meeting. Onerous travel
expenses are rerouted to the bottom line while wasted travel time is eliminated.
Education
Experts and prominent lecturers who would otherwise be unavailable due to time and
travel constraints can now be brought into the “virtual classroom.” Students at satellite
college campuses can attend lectures by top professors stationed at the main campus.
Notes on a blackboard and other visual aids are seen clearly while crisp HD audio
ensures no question goes unheard.
Manufacturing
Engineers who would otherwise travel to factories to inspect machinery or collaborate on
new product designs can now get a detailed look at blueprints or finely machined parts,
demonstrate assembly methods or conduct quality control seminars without leaving the
home office.
Medical
Students can participate in interactive training sessions with experts a continent away.
360º Full-Duplex Audio means participants on both sides of the conference are clearly
heard. Physicians can consult with one another in real time across continents and
provide diagnostic assistance by getting a detailed look at x-rays, charts or patients
themselves, saving time and money.
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KX-VC600/KX-VC300
4-site* Connection Compatible Model with Full HD Image Quality
(Remote control included. Boundary Microphone sold separately.)
nUp to 4-site connection*
nReal-time Full HD 1080p/i video quality
nHigh-quality audio and smooth 2-way stereo conversation
nConvenient sub-camera and PC connection for real-time
collaboration
nEasy, user-friendly operation
nStable connection with Panasonic’s AV-QoS
nWireless Communication
nNAT/FW Traversal
*The KX-VC300 also allows connection of 3 or 4 locations when
it is on the receiving end of a call.
SELECT A MODEL TO SUIT YOUR APPLICATION AND SCALE
NAT TRAVERSAL SERVICE—EASY-TO-CONNECT CLOUD SERVICE**
This is a cloud service that uses dedicated Panasonic servers. It provides smart visual communication without having to use ordinary leased lines,
and without the complicated router settings that leased lines require. It’s the easy way to get you started with videoconferencing.
nNo complicated router settings needed
n
Access a 7-digit terminal ID number with the same
ease as dialing a phone number
n
Connect securely with encrypted communication,
using the Internet
**Actual use requires the separate purchase of the KX-VCS701 (for one year of use) or KX-VCS703 (for three years of use) Activation Key Card for the NAT Traversal Service.
**Connection using this service is only possible between Panasonic HD Visual Communications Systems. Please ask your nearest dealer for details of this service.
**Please use a router that has been approved by Panasonic for use with this service.
**Availability varies depending on the country and region.
Begin Communication
Router Router
Internet
NAT Tr aversal
Service
LAN jack
Main Camera terminal
Sub-Camera terminal
HDMI terminal
HDMI terminal
Component terminal
Audio Out L/R jack
Audio In L/R jack
MIC jack (Analogue)
RS-232C terminal
RGB terminal
LAN jack
Main Camera terminal
Sub-Camera terminal
HDMI terminal
Component terminal
Audio Out L/R jack
Audio In L/R jack
MIC jack (Analogue)
MIC jack (Digital)
RS-232C terminal
Camera Control terminal
(Nonusable)
RGB terminal
Professional
Video Camera
Analogue Boundary Microphone
KX-VCA002
Camera Security Adaptor
KX-VCZ001
Full-HD Plasma
/
LCD Display
Full-HD
Camcorder
Related Products*
[ Rear Panel View ][Rear Panel View ]
Digital Boundary Microphone
KX-VCA001
A high-grade microphone with a direction recognition
function that detects the direction that voices are
coming from.
A compact, economical and high-grade stereo
microphone.
A theft prevention accessory for full-HD camcorder
• HDMI cables are required for connection to the camera, TV, etc.
Extension Cable for the Digital Boundary Microphone
KX-VCAEX01
This extension cable makes it
possible to set up in places that
cannot be reached by the cable
that comes with the Digital
Boundary Microphone.
Connect the main unit and first microphone.
Main
Unit
TV
MICMIC
MIC MIC
REAR PANEL VIEW
LAN jack
Main Camera terminal
Sub-Camera terminal
HDMI terminal
HDMI terminal
Component terminal
Audio Out L/R jack
Audio In L/R jack
MIC jack (Analogue)
RS-232C terminal
RGB terminal
LAN jack
Main Camera terminal
Sub-Camera terminal
HDMI terminal
Component terminal
Audio Out L/R jack
Audio In L/R jack
MIC jack (Analogue)
MIC jack (Digital)
RS-232C terminal
Camera Control terminal
(Nonusable)
RGB terminal
Professional
Video Camera
Analogue Boundary Microphone
KX-VCA002
Camera Security Adaptor
KX-VCZ001
Full-HD Plasma/
LCD Display
Full-HD
Camcorder
Related Products*
[ Rear Panel View ][Rear Panel View ]
Digital Boundary Microphone
KX-VCA001
A high-grade microphone with a direction recognition
function that detects the direction that voices are
coming from.
A compact, economical and high-grade stereo
microphone.
A theft prevention accessory for full-HD camcorder
• HDMI cables are required for connection to the camera, TV, etc.
Extension Cable for the Digital Boundary Microphone
KX-VCAEX01
This extension cable makes it
possible to set up in places that
cannot be reached by the cable
that comes with the Digital
Boundary Microphone.
Connect the main unit and first microphone.
Main
Unit
TV
MICMIC
MIC MIC
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MAIN UNIT KX-VC600 KX-VC300
Video Codec ITU-T H.264 high profile
ITU-T H.264 baseline profile (For connection to MCUs and non-Panasonic videoconference systems)
Compatible Resolutions 1920 x 1080p / 1920 x 1080i / 1280 x 720p / 1280 x 540p / 960 x 540p / 704 x 480p / 352 x 240p
Camera Input Resolution 1920 x 1080i
PC Input Resolutions VGA, SVGA, XGA, HD, WXGA
Audio Codec MPEG-4 AAC LD, G.722, G.722.1/G.722.1 AnnexC
No. of Channels MPEG-4 AAC LD: 2
G.722, G.722.1, G.722.1 Annex C: 1
Bitrate MPEG-4 AAC LD: 32 kbit/s (Monaural only), 64 kbit/s, 96 kbit/s (per channel)
G.722: 64 kbit/s, G.722.1: 32 kbit/s, G.722.1 Annex C: 48 kbit/s
Sound Processing Stereo Echo Canceller
Microphone Digital Boundary Microphone KX-VCA001 (Option)
Analog Boundary Microphone KX-VCA002 (Option)
Analog Boundary Microphone KX-VCA002 (Option)
Communication Protocol SIP, H.323
QoS AV QoS Call Control (wired and wireless)
Encrypted Transmission
AES
Maximum Conference Points 4122
Video Inputs HDMI (Camera) x 2, RGB (PC) x 1 (Switchable 3 inputs)
Video Output HDMI x 1, RCA (Component) x 1
Audio Input Analog Boundary Microphone port x 1, Digital Boundary Microphone port x 1,
RCA (Stereo) x 1, Stereo mini-plug (Headset) x 1
Analog Boundary Microphone port x 1, RCA (Stereo) x 1,
Stereo mini-plug (Headset) x 1
Audio Output (RCA Stereo) x 1 (Audio output to display is via HDMI), Stereo mini-plug (Headset) x 1
Network RJ45 port x 1
Dimensions (width x depth x height) Approx. 12 in. x 9 in. x 2.4 in.
Weight Approx. 4.4 lb.
Power Input AC 100-240 V, 1.2-0.6 A, 50/60 Hz
DC Power Input DC 16 V, 2.5 A
Power Consumption Maximum: approx. 39 W Maximum: approx. 23 W
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°C
Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
BOUNDARY MICROPHONE KX-VCA001 KX-VCA002
Maximum Pickup Range Approx. 9.8 ft. (radius), 360° Approx. 6.5 ft. (radius), 300°
Pickup Method Stereo / Monaural3Stereo / Monaural 4
Microphone Unit Unidirectional ECM microphone parts x 4 Unidirectional ECM microphone parts x 2
Number of Connections Maximum 4 microphones Maximum 1 microphone
Maximum Input Sound Pressure 110 dBspl
Number of Terminals for Microphone Connection 2 1
Dimensions Approx. 4.7 in. (diameter) x 0.9 in. Approx. 2.9 in. (diameter) x 1.25 in.
Cable Length Approx. 28 ft. Approx. 23 ft.
Power Input Supplied from main unit via proprietary cable
Weight Approx. 0.6 lb. Approx. 0.2 lb.
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F
Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Specifications
Options
HD COMMUNICATION CAMERA GP-VD100
Effective Pixels 1920 x 1080
Pan / Tilt Pan: ±100°, Tilt: ±30°
Zoom (optical / digital) 12x / 10x
Horizontal Angle of View Maximum 56° (Horizontal)
Presets 9 Positions
Connection Cable HDMI
Dimensions (width x depth x height) Approx. 6.3 in. x approx. 6.53 in. x approx. 7 in.
Weight Approx. 3.08 lb.
Power Consumption Power supply voltage: 12 VDC±10% (with AC adapter attached)
Consumption current: 1.0 A
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F
Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
1Some restrictions apply when 3 or 4 locations are connected. For details, please consult with
your local dealer. When connecting to non-Panasonic videoconference systems, connection is
limited to 2 locations.
2The KX-VC300 also allows connection of 3 or 4 locations when it is on the receiving end of
a call. The optional Activation Key Card lets you expand the KX-VC300’s maximum conference
points to up to 4 locations.
3If either of the following conditions is met, the output sent to the other party will be stereo;
otherwise, monaural:
 •Thebandwidthishigherthanapproximately1.8Mbpsina2-partyvideoconferencecallwiththe
HD Visual Communications Unit using SIP.
 •TheMICpositionissetmanuallyto“Centerstereo,”ortheMICpositionissetautomaticallywith
aDigitalBoundaryMicrophoneconnectedtotheunitandnoAnalogBoundaryMicrophone
connected to the unit at the same time.
4If either of the following conditions is met, the output sent to the other party will be stereo;
otherwise, monaural:
 •Thebandwidthishigherthanapproximately1.8Mbpsina2-partyvideoconferencecallwiththe
HD Visual Communications Unit using SIP.
 •DigitalBoundaryMicrophonesandanAnalogBoundaryMicrophonearenotbeingusedtogether.
 •AllTVpicturesaresimulated.
 •Weightsanddimensionsareapproximate.
 •Specicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutnotice.
 •Theseproductsmaybesubjecttoexportcontrolregulations.
Important
Safety Precaution: carefully read the operating instructions and installation manual before using this product.
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