Polycom VSX 7000s Series User manual

* SoundStation VTX 1000 integration not available in all countries.
Contact your Polycom representative for availability.
Audio
G.722.1 Annex C (based on Polycom
Siren™ 14)
•14 kHz crystal clear, wideband audio, while only using 24-48 Kbps
of bandwidth, depending on the data rate of the call
•Eliminates fatigue associated with straining to hear every word
•Near CD-quality sound for dynamic audio performance
•Superb clarity to hear the subtleties of every word
•Rated the best audio algorithm in the industry; outperforming
MPEG4 in all tests
•Included with every VSX system
•For more detailed information, see www.polycom.com/siren14
Polycom StereoSurround™ •2 channels of 14 kHz crystal clear audio
•Superb clarity to hear the subtleties of every word
•Easily decipher multiple, simultaneous conversations
•Distinguish which side of the room people are talking from, just like
in a real meeting
SoundStation VTX 1000® Integration* •Use the SoundStation VTX 1000 as the microphone for the video
system, as well as a standalone audio conferencing phone, and
eliminates the VSX tabletop microphone array
•Add POTS voice-only callers to a video conference with the
SoundStation VTX 1000
•Maximize the value of audio and video equipment investments when
used together
•Remarkable voice pickup range with the SoundStation VTX 1000
microphones - you can additionally use the SoundStation VTX 1000
extension microphones for even greater pickup
•Video dial, mute, call hangup and call redial from the SoundStation
VTX 1000 keypad
•Upgrade an audio call between SoundStation VTX 1000 integrated
with your VSX to video by simply pressing one button
•Supports StereoSurround
Integrated Hi-Fidelity Sound System •Eliminates reliance on TV speakers which deliver sub-par quality
•Includes mid-range speaker and external subwoofer
•Rich, deep bass and broad audio range
•Small, compact form factor
VSX Microphone Array •360° audio pickup
•Padded feet filter out table-top noise
•Sensitive enough to pick up whispers, smart enough to eliminate
unwanted background noise
•Versatile and attractive design for table top, wall or ceiling mount
•Only one VSX microphone array needed to support StereoSurround
•Gated enhanced stereo pickup
Audio Error Concealment •Reduced audio drop-out on noisy networks
•Smooth, consistent verbal communications without interruptions
•Corrects audio from any system seamlessly
•Activates automatically, only when needed
Polycom
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VSX™ 7000s
Features and Benefits

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Video
H.264 Video •Use less bandwidth to conduct video calls of equal quality compared
to calls using the H.263 standard
•Unparalleled video quality for lower line rate applications
•More bandwidth is available for other business
•Cost savings to any organization
•Supported at data rates from 64Kbps to 768Kbps
Pro-Motion™ H.263 •Full-screen, TV-like video quality with fluid, precise motion handling
•Greater image detail with 50/60 fields per second
•Most natural video communications experience possible
Single Monitor XGA Support •Use a XGA display for main display
•Clearly see both the presenter and the content on a single display in
XGA resolution
•Flexibility in configuration, allowing users the display of their choice
•Supports up to 1024 x 768 resolution
Support for 16:9 or 4:3 Format •User selectable display format
•16:9 aspect ratio with Dual Monitor Emulation is perfect for plasma
displays
•High resolution graphics displays for content presentation
•Option to zoom video to fit the 16:9 display
Video Error Concealment •Reduced video drop-out on busy IP networks
•Smooth, continuous video without interruptions
•Maintain active face-to-face contact
•Accomplish meeting objectives without worrying about the video
integrity
•Activates automatically, only when needed
Content Sharing
People+Content™, H.239 •Polycom People+Content or standards based H.239 ensures
interoperability in the industry
•Dual images allows the far end to see the presentation and the
speaker at the same time
•Using Polycom's Visual Concert VSX, easily attach a laptop and
display PC content during a video call
•Perfect for outside speakers/visitors to be able to easily add content
to a video conference
People+Content IP •Simply input the IP address of your VSX 7000s into a small utility
and PC content is easily shown to all conference participants
•This feature can be used by anyone in the conference, even voice-
only participants!
Adjustable Bandwidth for Content •Choose the amount of bandwidth to dedicate to Content or People
•Options include 90% Content/ 10% People; 50% Content/ 50%
People; 10% Content/ 90% People
•User adjustable setting can be accessed both during a call and
outside of a call
Dedicated VCR/DVD Connection •Ability to use line level inputs for other devices
•Easily play VCR/DVD movies/images during a video conference
•Adds another dimension to the conference, making it like “being
there”
•By setting it to content input you can see both the speaker and the
DVD/VCR image
Multiple Content Sources
•Second camera source (i.e. doc camera/VCR/DVD) images can be
seen as content, along with people
•Now all sources of content (PC, 2nd camera, VCR, etc.) show up on
the second screen/monitor – they never displace the person/group
speaking
•Supplement video conference with multiple types of content
including pictures, documents, audio files, presentations

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•Flexible bandwidth settings for adjusting people and content
User Interface
Support for API Control Commands
•Custom control touch panel integration including AMX®or Crestron®
is made easy with extensive support for API command set
•Integrator’s Reference Manual for VSX Series details over 200
commands for special applications
•Sample control templates are available for touch panel integration
that provides basic functionality right out of the box
Calendar & Call Scheduler •Quick and easy access to a monthly calendar with current date and
time posting
•Schedule individual or repeat meetings to dial automatically
•Create and save multipoint team meetings
Customizable Home Page •Display only the necessary buttons
•Unique design to meet your organization’s needs
•Simplified graphical interface for novice users
•Easy to understand icon driven menu navigation decreases learning
curve
•Kiosk Mode allows you to create a look and feel that suits your
application
•Leads to increased use of video
Dual Monitor Emulation •Use Dual Monitor Emulation for the most efficient use of a single
display
•View near and far video windows at the same time
•Alternate layout views supporting near end, far end and content
User Selectable Camera Icons •Use icons that represent your industry
•Intuitive icons match the input device
•Custom name gives the icon clear meaning
•Selection – 5 libraries to choose from
•Decreases learning curve
Display Configuration Choices •Allows you to configure displays for your application
•Single or dual displays
•XGA or NTSC / PAL
•4x3 or 16x9 formats
•Decide what shows on each display, near end, far end, or content
Platform Versatility
Integration with Microsoft® Live
Communications Server (LCS) via SIP •Integrates directly with Microsoft collaboration infrastructure
•Registers and authenticates with Microsoft LCS 2005
•VSX users can be added to Microsoft Communicator
•Presence information sent to LCS indicating video buddies'
availability
•You can use your Buddy list to launch calls from the VSX 7000s
user interface
Supports up to (3) Microphone Arrays •Maximum coverage for extended rooms
•Polycom StereoSurround support makes installing stereo even
easier
•Great audio pickup from every corner of the room
•Each participant is near a microphone
•Pin-point accuracy on the active speaker with multiple microphone
arrays
•Ceiling Microphone Array can be seamlessly incorporated; provides
coverage up to 40ft in diameter
Internal Multipoint Software
•Optional upgrade easily done with a software key
•Conduct meetings beyond just point-to-point
•Increase productivity by including key people on the call
•Adding sites during a call can lead to quick decision making

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•Supports up to 4 video and 1 voice call in a single conference
Secure FTP, Telnet and Web •VSX systems are the most secure video conferencing solutions in
the industry
•Now, all access to the VSX system can be secured including
accessing the VSX system via web-browser as well as secure telnet
and ftp access via SSH for secure system administration and
application connectivity
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) •Communications are confidential and secure
•Authentication by the National Institutes of Standards means it's
credible
•Built-in, no extra hardware required
H.460 NAT/Firewall Traversal •Standards compliance for traversing NATs and Firewalls
•Session border controller (V2IU) is only needed at the central
location and all VSX systems with H.460 can communicate through
the single V2IU
•Uses H.460.18 for signaling traversal and call establishment and
H.460.19 for media traversal
IP (H.323 and SIP), ISDN or Serial
Connectivity
•IP is standard and you choose the H.320 interface best for your
application
•Choose the right option for your specific network connection
•Supports UPnP and NAT for automatic setup of conferences
conducted through firewalls
•Wide range of IP QoS services to insure call quality and integrity
•Optional H.320 interfaces include Quad BRI, PRI, V.35, RS-449 and
RS-530
Multiple Use RS-232 Port •RS-232 port
•Camera control, Polycom or others
•Transparent data pass-thru in H.320 or H.323
•Peripheral options from Polycom Custom Products
E-Mail dialing format when dialing across
IP security boundaries •Easy and intuitive E-mail video dialing
•Operates with Polycom's V2IU™ Firewall Traversal Appliance
•Deployable to wide range of customers, suppliers and partners
Interoperability
Part of Polycom’s Unified Collaborative
Communications •Remote management through Global Management System™
•MGC Click & View™ offers a variety of layout templates for
multipoint call right from the system’s handheld remote
•Expand the audience over audio and video with an MGC™ bridge
•Extended conferencing with Polycom PathNavigator™
•Schedule, invite participants and manage conferences easily with
Polycom Conference Suite
•Expand meeting capabilities by adding voice-only participants using
the SoundStation VTX 1000 conference phone
•Use the Polycom SE200 for management, scheduling and
gatekeeping
Standards-based •Solid, reliable platform
•Qualified by independent test labs
•Interoperates with other vendor's systems
•Easy to install even in a multi-vendor environment
Baseline Mode •Set your system to baseline mode, H.261 and G.711, for maximum
interoperability with legacy video conferencing systems
•Accessible via web, FTP or on-screen UI for easy access by the
network administrator
•Can be turned on and off as needed
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