Polycom Collaboration Server (RMX) 1800 Installation instructions

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Version 8.1.8 |September 2013 |3725-69957-002/A
Polycom® RealPresence®
Collaboration Server (RMX) 1800
Hardware Guide

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Main Features ............................................................................................................................. 1
RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Specifications ....................................................... 2
RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 System Capacities ............................................... 3
Conferencing Capacities ........................................................................................... 3
Resource Capacities ................................................................................................... 4
Site Requirements ...................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Requirements ......................................................................................................... 6
Shelf Mount Safety Precautions ...................................................................................... 6
Installation Precautions .................................................................................................... 6
Installing the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 ................................................ 7
Unpacking the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 ..................................... 7
Mounting the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 on a Shelf .................... 8
Connecting the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 to a Power Source ........... 8
Connecting the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 to AC Power ............ 8
Connecting Cables to the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 ........................... 9
First-time Power-up .......................................................................................................... 9
RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Front Panel ................................................. 10
RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Rear Panel .................................................. 11
Appendix A Regulatory Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Important Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 13
Regulatory Notices .......................................................................................................... 13
USA and Canadian Regulatory Notices .................................................................. 13
EU Regulatory Notices .............................................................................................. 14
Japan .......................................................................................................................... 14
Chinese ....................................................................................................................... 14
Korea .......................................................................................................................... 14

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Hardware Description
This Hardware Guide provides information on the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800
and its components.
Main Features
The Polycom RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 offers the following features:
•Linux®based
• Support for standard network ports (H.323, SIP, and LAN)
• New hardware codec technologies
• Up to 1080p 60 high definition video conferencing
• Telecommunication grade high availability and on-line upgrading
• Easy integration of conference elements into external network management
• Enhanced Continuous Presence (multi-image video)
• IVR (Interactive Voice Response) module
Illustrations in this book are for your reference only and may not accurately depict the actual system.

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RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Specifications
Table 1-1 RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Specifications
Physical
Height 2U (8.9 cm.)
Width 17.36 '' (44.1 cm.)
Depth 191.34 '' (486 cm.)
Weight Up to 14.5 Kg (31.97 lbs)
Media Protocols
Audio G.711, G.722.x, G.729A, Siren 14, Siren 22 (in mono or
stereo) and Siren LPR.
Video H.261, H.263, H.263+, H.264, H.264 High Profile
Network ports
IP H.323, SIP , VoIP
LAN LAN 1, LAN 2
Power Supply
AC Input/ Range, Power output Voltage range: 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz.
Current: 10-3.5 AMP
Maximum power output: 740 Watts.
Power Consumption
AC Maximum Power consumption 350 Watts.
Environment
Operating temperature 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F).
Storage temperature -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158° F).
Relative humidity 20% to 90% non-condensing.
Operating altitude Up to 2 KM (6 562 Ft.)
Operating ESD 4 KV.

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RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 System Capacities
Conferencing Capacities
The following table summarizes the different system capacities.
System Functions Number
Maximum number of Video participants in a conference 100
Maximum number of Audio-only participants in a conference 100
Maximum number of Audio calls per second 5
Maximum number of Video calls per second 2
Maximum number of conferences 200
Maximum number of Meeting Rooms 1000
Maximum number of Entry Queues 40
Maximum number of Profiles 40
Maximum number of Conference Templates 100
Maximum number of SIP Factories 40
Maximum number of IP Services 2
Maximum number of IVR Services 40
Maximum number of Recording Links 20 (Default)
Maximum number of IVR Video Slides 150
Maximum number of Log Files (1Mb max.) 4000
Maximum number of CDR Files 2000
Maximum number of Fault Files 1000
Number of Participant alerts No limitation
Maximum number of concurrent RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800
Web Client connections to the MCU
20
Maximum number Address Book entries 4000
Maximum number of Users 100
Maximum number of Reservations (internal Scheduler) 2000

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Resource Capacities
The following table lists the resource capacity in various system configurations.
The following table shows the number of video port consumed by each type of video
resolution.
Resource Type/Video Resolution
(Resolutionunit:720p30)
3 Video
Acceleration
Cards
2 Video
Acceleration
Cards
1 Video
Acceleration Card
Audio-only 100 70 35
H.261 CIF p30 50 35 15
H.263 CIF p30 100 70 35
H.264 CIF p30 100 70 35
H.264 CIF p60 100 70 35
H.263 4CIF p30 100 70 35
H.264 4CIF p30 100 70 35
H.264 4CIF p60 100 70 35
H.264 720p 30 100 70 35
H.264 720p 60 50 35 17
H.264 1080p 30 50 35 17
H.264 1080p 60 25 17 8
Resource Type/Video Resolution
(Resolutionunit:720p30)
3 Video
Acceleration
Cards
2 Video
Acceleration
Cards
1 Video
Acceleration Card
H.261 CIF p30 2 2 2
H.263 CIF p30 1 1 1
H.263 4CIF p30 1 1 1
H.264 CIF p30 1 1 1
H.264 CIF p60 1 1 1
H.264 4CIF p30 1 1 1
H.264 4CIF p60 1 1 1
H.264 720p 30 1 1 1
H.264 720p 60 2 2 2
H.264 1080p 30 2 2 2
H.264 1080p 60 4 4 4

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The audio-only call resource of the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 system is independent
of video call resource.

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Site Requirements
This section describes the requirements your site must meet for safe installation and
operation of the system.
Safety Requirements
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the
equipment.
• Look carefully for potential hazards in your work area: moist floors, ungrounded
power cables, frayed power cords, missing safety grounds and so forth.
• Locate the main circuit breaker within the room.
• Locate the emergency power OFF switch within the room.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit.
• Use only the power cord supplied with the system.
• The power cord should only be connected to a power outlet that has a protective
ground contact.
• Ensure that the power cord is easily accessible from the back of the system at all times.
• Place the equipment in a well-ventilated area where the vents are free from obstruction.
• Do not place heavy objects directly on top of the RealPresence Collaboration Server
1800 unit.
• Do not use liquids around your equipment.
Shelf Mount Safety Precautions
The following precautions should be followed with regards to rack mount safety:
• Keep the area around the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 clean and free of
clutter.
• Decide on a suitable location for the equipment rack that will hold the RealPresence
Collaboration Server 1800 unit. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is
well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are
generated. You will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet.
• Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to the floor
with the full weight of the rack resting on them.
• Install the heaviest components on the bottom of the rack first, and then work up.
• Allow the power supply units to cool before touching them.
Installation Precautions
The following precautions should be followed with regards to installation of the
RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800:
When handling electronic components, standard anti-static precautions must be observed:
•Wear a grounding strap
•Keep components in anti-static bags, when not installed in the RealPresence Collaboration
Server 1800.

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• Use a regulating uninterruptable power supply (UPS) to protect the RealPresence
Collaboration Server 1800 from power surges and voltage spikes, to keep your MCU
operating in case of a power failure.
• Place the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 on a hard, flat surface such as a
desktop or mount it on 19” rack.
• The airflow of the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 is from front to back. Be sure
that the areas in the front and rear side of the system are clear for proper ventilation.
Installing the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800
The following procedures have to be performed to install the RealPresence Collaboration
Server 1800 in your site:
• Unpacking the system
• Installing the system in a rack or as a standalone system
• Connecting the system to the power source
• Connecting the network (LAN and IP) cables to the system
Unpacking the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800
To unpack and lift the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800:
1When you receive the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 packing case, inspect the
equipment for damage and verify that the components match the packing slip.
2Open the top cover of the packing case.
Boxes are placed on the top Stratocell® and contain power cables, 2 ethernet cables,
USB key and documentation.
Make sure that boxes contain all the required parts.
Sealed System! The RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 is a sealed system, breaking the
seal and opening the chassis VOIDS the WARRANTY!
Write down the system’s serial number that is on a sticker on the back of the unit. It will be needed
for product registration later in the process.

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Mounting the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 on a Shelf
—Install the shelf supplied by the rack manufacturer, in the rack.
—Mount the system on the shelf.
—Fasten the system to the rack with screws through the four holes in the system’s
front mounting brackets.
Connecting the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 to a Power Source
The following restrictions apply to the conductors and connectors that may be used to
ground the unit when rack mounted:
• When using bare conductors, they must be coated with an appropriate antioxidant
compound before crimp connections are made. Tinned, solder-plated or silver-plated
connectors do not have to be prepared in this manner.
• The same bolt assemblies should not secure multiple connectors.
• Listed fastening hardware must be compatible with the materials being joined and
must be preclude loosening, deterioration and electrochemical corrosion of the
hardware and joint materials.
Connecting the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 to AC Power
‹Insert the power cable into the power connector on the rear panel of the RealPresence
Collaboration Server 1800 system.
•Only the AC Power cable supplied by Polycom should be used.
•The size of the protective earthing conductor should be a minimum of 10 AWG.
•The outlet intended for connecting the power cord must be protected with an external
overcurrent protection device either in building or in the rack with the rating not higher than 20
AMP.
•Do not use an extension cord with the cable.

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Connecting Cables to the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800
To connect the cables:
1Connect the management network cable to LAN 1 port.
2Connect the media and signaling cable to LAN 2 port.
First-time Power-up
1For first entry installation, you must insert the USB key containing the modified IP
addresses in USB slot on the system’s back panel. For more information see, the system
Getting Started Guide, “Procedure 1: First-time Power-up”.
2Turn ON the power by pressing on the ON/OFF button located on the front panel of
the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800.
The parameters in the lan.cfg file are uploaded from the USB key to the system’s
memory and applied during the power-up sequence.
System power-up sequence may take up to five minutes.
When the system's configuration is completed (including the Management and IP
Network Services), and if there are no System Errors, the STATUS LED (on the system’s
front panel) turns green.
3Remove the USB key. For more information see, the system Getting Started Guide,
"Hardware Description".
•You are required to register all Polycom Software Licenses that you have purchased when
retrieving the Activation Key. For example, Encryption and Network Separation each have
different Polycom Software Licenses.

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RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Front Panel
The front panel enables you to power on or off the system, and view the system
status.
M/S LED
PWR LED
ON/OFF button
LAN 2 LED
LAN1 LED
STATUS LED
Table 1: System Front Panel Description
Button/LED Description
ON/OFF
button
Power the RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 System on or off.
LAN 1 LED
Off - No network connection
Green - Network connected
Flickering green - In use
LAN 2 LED
Off - No network connection
Green - Network connected
Flickering green - In use
STATUS LED
Red - System alarms
Green - Endpoints are connected to a meeting
Flickering green - No system alarms and no endpoints connected to the
meeting
Flickering blue - Diagnostic tests are running
Blue - Diagnostic tests are completed. Remove the USB key (if applicable)
and restart the system
M/S LED Reserved for future use
PWR LED Green - Power normal
Red - Power alarms

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RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 Rear Panel
The RealPresence Collaboration Server 1800 rear panel contains built-in power and fan
units, USB, LAN, and serial ports.
Port Description
LAN 1 For management network connection. When LAN redundancy is enabled,
LAN 1 is used for both management, media and signaling network
connection.
LAN 2 For media and signaling network connection. When LAN redundancy is
enabled, LAN 2 is the backup of LAN 1 port.
Serial (RS 232) Diagnostics only
USB 1 For keyboard and other USB devices connection
USB 2 For keyboard and other USB devices connection
LAN 2
Built-in
power socket
and fan
RS 232 USB 2
USB 1 LAN 1

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Appendix A Regulatory Notices
Important Safeguards
Read and understand the following instructions before using the system:
• Close supervision is necessary when the system is used by or near children. Do not
leave unattended while in use.
• Only use electrical extension cords with a current rating at least equal to that of the
system.
• Always disconnect the system from power before cleaning and servicing and when not
in use.
• Do not spray liquids directly onto the system when cleaning. Always apply the liquid
first to a static free cloth.
• Do not immerse the system in any liquid or place any liquids on it.
• Do not disassemble this system. To reduce the risk of shock and to maintain the
warranty on the system, a qualified technician must perform service or repair work.
• Connect this appliance to a grounded outlet.
• Only connect the system to surge protected power outlets.
• Keep ventilation openings free of any obstructions.
• If the system or any accessories are installed in an enclosed space such as a cabinet,
ensure that the air temperature in the enclosure does not exceed 40°C (104° F). You may
need to provide forced cooling to keep the equipment within its operating temperature
range.
• Do not use this product near water.
• Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of
electric shock from lighting.
• Disconnect BOTH power cords to electrically isolate the system, and before removing
any covers.
Note: The appliance inlet can be used as the disconnect device.
• No user serviceable parts are contained within the device.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
The device contains a lithium cell. Risk of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Regulatory Notices
USA and Canadian Regulatory Notices
This Class [A] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [A] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
EU Regulatory Notices
This Polycom RMX 1800 system has been marked with the CE mark. This mark indicates
compliance with EEC Directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC. A full copy of the
Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from Polycom Ltd, 270 Bath Road, Slough,
Berkshire, SL1 4DX, UK.
Japan
この装置は、情報処理装置等電波障害自主規制協議会（ＶＣＣＩ）の基準
に基づくクラス A 情報技術装置です。 この装置を家庭環境で使用すると電波妨害を引き起
こすことがあります。 この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがあ
ります。
Chinese
声明
此为 A 级产品，在生活环境中，该产品可能会造成无线电干扰。在这种情况下，可能需要用
户对其干扰采取切实可行的措施。
Korea
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이 기기는 업무용으로 전자파적합등록을 한 기기이오니
판매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의 하시기 바라며 , 만약
잘못판매 또는 구입하였을 때에는 가정용으로 교환하시기바랍니다 .
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense In accordance with part 15 of
the FCC rules, the user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Polycom Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.