Sony Vision Exchange PEQ-C100 Quick setup guide

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Collaboration System
Vision Exchange™
System Integration & Services Guide
Version 1.0
PEQ-C100, PEQ-C130

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ..................................................................................................... 5
2. System Configuration ....................................................................................... 6
3. Configuration Examples for Various Use Cases ................................................. 8
Interactive Lecture.................................................................................................. 8
Basic configuration ............................................................................................... 8
Extended configuration ......................................................................................... 9
Internet utilization ............................................................................................. 12
Maximum number of simultaneous mirroring user devices....................................... 12
Network bandwidth ............................................................................................ 12
Active Learning......................................................................................................16
Proposed application .......................................................................................... 16
Basic configuration of proposed application ........................................................... 17
Configuration with instructor and participants on separate networks......................... 20
Maximum number of simultaneous mirroring user devices....................................... 20
Extended configuration of multiple Pods................................................................ 21
Network bandwidth ............................................................................................ 21
Video Conferencing ................................................................................................26
Using the H.323 protocol .................................................................................... 27
Using the SIP protocol ........................................................................................ 29
Network bandwidth ............................................................................................ 31
Streaming Output ..................................................................................................32
Connection and control ....................................................................................... 32
Network bandwidth ............................................................................................ 33
Required Network Bandwidth for Comprehensive System............................................34
Small-scale 3-Pod configuration ........................................................................... 35
Medium-scale 6-Pod configuration ........................................................................ 38
Large-scale 10-Pod configuration ......................................................................... 39
4. Installation and Setup .................................................................................... 41
Preparation Before Installation ................................................................................41
Supplied Items and Optional Items ..........................................................................42
Supplied items................................................................................................... 42
Option software and licenses ............................................................................... 42
Required Items Available Separately/Recommended Specifications ......................................43
Pod .................................................................................................................. 43
User device ....................................................................................................... 44
Wireless LAN network and access points ............................................................... 44
Installation/Usage Precautions.................................................................................45
Main Unit .......................................................................................................... 45
Main display, second display, touch panel .............................................................. 46

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Pod .................................................................................................................. 47
Disconnecting/reconnecting cables ....................................................................... 47
Installing Option Software.......................................................................................47
Installing Third-Party Software ................................................................................48
Third-party applications ...................................................................................... 48
Third-party device drivers ................................................................................... 48
Precautions When Using HDCP Content.....................................................................48
Precautions When Designing the Audio System..........................................................49
External microphone .......................................................................................... 51
Precautions When Building a Network.......................................................................51
IP address settings............................................................................................. 51
Checking the MAC address .................................................................................. 51
Two LAN connectors ........................................................................................... 52
Content protection and encryption on the network ................................................. 52
OS Administrator Login...........................................................................................52
5. Configuration and Adjustments ...................................................................... 53
6. Before Handover to End User.......................................................................... 54
Changing the Background Picture/Foreground Movie of the Home Screen .....................54
Main Unit and Pods............................................................................................. 54
Changing the Default Password ...............................................................................55
Main Unit .......................................................................................................... 55
Redisplaying the EULA (End User License Agreement) ................................................55
Main Unit and Pods............................................................................................. 55
7. Service and Maintenance ................................................................................ 56
Software Update....................................................................................................56
Main Unit and Pods............................................................................................. 56
Security................................................................................................................56
Main Unit .......................................................................................................... 56
Backup/Restore .....................................................................................................57
Main Unit and Pods............................................................................................. 57
If an Error Occurs ..................................................................................................59
Launching the Task Manager ............................................................................... 59
Log collection .................................................................................................... 60
Restoring to factory default values ....................................................................... 61
Resetting the Vision Exchange administrator password ........................................... 62
8. Appendix ........................................................................................................ 63
Connector Layout and Signals of the Main Unit ..........................................................63
List of Used Ports...................................................................................................64
List of Error Codes .................................................................................................65
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................70

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9. Notice to Users ............................................................................................... 77

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1. Introduction
This document describes the design of a system that uses Vision Exchange, and required
information for service operations. The document has the following structure.
System configuration
Describes an outline of the whole system.
Configuration examples for various use cases
Describes the configuration of the application and required devices.
Installation and setup
Describes the supplied components and option components, and precautions for
installation.
Before handover to end user
Describes the required configuration when installing.
Service and maintenance
Describes the software update, and backup/restore procedures.
Refer also to the Help Guide.
The Help Guide can be accessed online.
English: http://helpguide.sony.net/peq/c100/v1/en/index.html
Japanese: http://helpguide.sony.net/peq/c100/v1/ja/index.html
Chinese: http://helpguide.sony.net/peq/c100/v1/zh-cn/index.html

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2. System Configuration
This section introduces a typical configuration for a system that uses Vision Exchange.
HDMI input devices (such as PCs), USB input devices (such as network cameras), and user
devices (via wireless LAN connection) can be connected to the main unit.
Multiple content can be displayed and discussions/presentations conducted on output devices
such as HDMI displays and DisplayPort projectors connected to the main unit.
The following are supported by adding option functions.
Active learning by adding Mini PCs, called Pods, and connecting them to the main unit to
increase the number of participants
Video conferencing between main unit and other devices
Output streaming of images displayed on the main unit via the network to external devices
for recording images and viewing images from remote locations

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Remote control of the main unit and Pods from a web browser on a computer or other device
is also supported.
License trial
Option functions can be used without limitation for a period of 3 minutes from start of use of
the corresponding function.
The function terminates after 3 minutes have elapsed (connection is automatically
disconnected).

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3. Configuration Examples for Various Use Cases
This section describes samples of the required system configuration for various use cases. This
is intended as reference information for when designing a system.
Interactive Lecture
Basic configuration
An “interactive lecture” is a function that can be used with the minimum configuration. The
configuration for an interactive lecture is recommended as the base system when evaluating
the configuration for other extended configurations.
The interactive lecture configuration is based on a classroom or conference room, where the
images of computers etc. (user devices) possessed by each participant are displayed by a
projector, and the discussion proceeds while switching between the displayed images of
devices.
The required equipment is listed below.
Equipment Quantity Remarks
HDMI display 1 LCD TVs, such as BRAVIA, and projectors can be used.
More intuitive operation is possible using a touch panel type
display.
USB mouse 1 Used for operation of the main unit during installation,
operation, and maintenance.
Not required for operation if using a touch panel device.
However, the mouse is required for maintenance use.
USB keyboard 1 One USB keyboard is recommended for maintenance use.
A software keyboard can be used when it is necessary to
input characters while using the unit.
HDMI display
USB mouse
USB keyboard
Main Unit
HDMI output
HDMI input
User device
System configuration

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A network environment is not required to use the minimum configuration.
HDMI outputs of devices, such as notebook computers and cameras, can be connected
directly to the HDMI input connectors of the unit.
Up to four HDMI output devices can be connected with the PEQ-C130, and up to two with
the PEQ-C100.
The unit supports HDCP, enabling connection of a DVD or Blu-ray Disc player to the HDMI
input of the unit.
Extended configuration
This section introduces a sample configuration that provides more enhanced functionality.
In addition to the base configuration, two displays can be connected to the DISPLAY PORT
connectors. The second display can display a different image than the first display. For
example, different presentations can be shown on the two displays to support large-scale
lectures or meetings.
A second HDMI display can be connected when a DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter is connected to
the DISPLAY PORT connector.
Touch panel displays are used, which allows the presenter to conduct a smooth dynamic
session by simply swiping on the screen to switch the displayed image.
If a wireless LAN access point is available, wireless LAN compatible user devices (such as
notebook computers and mobile devices) can connect to support control of the main unit and
mirroring (transfer of screen image of user devices to main unit). A simple system can be
constructed using a wireless LAN access point that supports the DHCP function in a small-scale
configuration. The LAN connectors of the unit are auto MDI/MDI-X ports, enabling direct
connection of a wireless LAN access point using a single LAN cable.

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The required equipment is listed below.
Equipment Quantity Remarks
HDMI display 1 Supports connection of an HDMI display.
DisplayPort display 1 Supports connection of an DisplayPort display.
USB-type touch panel 2 By associating two displays with a USB type touch
panel, you can operate by touching the screen of
each display. This provides more intuitive operation
than using a mouse.
USB mouse 1 Used for operation of the main unit during
installation, operation, and maintenance.
Not required for operation if using a touch panel
device. However, the mouse is required for
maintenance use.
USB keyboard 1 One USB keyboard is recommended for
maintenance use.
A software keyboard can be used when it is
necessary to input characters while using the unit.
HDMI display
USB mouse
USB keyboard
Main Unit
HDMI output
HDMI input
User device
System configuration
DisplayPort display
DisplayPort
output
USB
USB
Wireless LAN
access point
Wireless LAN
compatible user devices
Touch panel Touch panel
Wireless LAN

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Equipment Quantity Remarks
Wireless LAN access
point
1 Connect to wireless LAN compatible user devices
used for remote control of the main unit and
mirroring (transfer of screen image).
Each user device can operate using a fixed IP
address, but an access point that supports a DHCP
server function is recommended for more
streamlined operation.
User device 6 Used for mirroring or remote control of the main
unit.
On Windows devices, mirroring and remote control
of the main unit are supported by installing Vision
Exchange App. Remote control of the main unit is
also supported from a web browser.
Mirroring is not supported using macOS/iOS
devices, but remote control of the main unit is
supported from a web browser.
Vision Exchange App.
(Available for free)
Number of
Windows
devices
This dedicated software is for installation on user
devices to enable participation with Vision
Exchange. Used for mirroring or remote control of
the main unit.
You can download and install it for free.
http://www.sony.com/VEapp

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Internet utilization
Connection to the Internet is required for service/maintenance and for online update of
software.
Connect to the Internet using NAT (Network Address Translation) or via a firewall, depending
on the appropriate settings according to the network infrastructure.
When configuring NAT and firewall ports, see “List of Used Ports” (page 64) in the Appendix.
For details, consult the system administrator.
Maximum number of simultaneous mirroring user devices
The maximum number of user devices for simultaneous mirroring to the main unit is six for
Windows devices.
The load on the main unit will vary depending on the image quality setting and the content
displayed. If used predominantly for the presentation of still images, connection of six devices
with high image quality settings should not cause problems. Configure the number of devices
and image quality appropriately according to the usage environment.
Network bandwidth
This section describes how to calculate the required network bandwidth.
Specifically, calculate the network bandwidth that the wireless LAN access point must
maintain.
Layer 2 switch
Main Unit
NAT/Firewall
LAN
Wireless LAN
access point
User device
Pod
Wireless LAN
WAN / Internet

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Types of mirroring
There are the following two types for mirroring from a user device to the main unit.
Content display mirroring from a Windows device
Thumbnail display mirroring from a Windows device
The image quality for mirroring thumbnail display from a Windows device is fixed.
Mirroring from a Windows device
Content display mirroring is high image quality/high throughput mirroring for display of the
image of the Windows device in the content area on the main unit.
Thumbnail display mirroring is low image quality/low throughput mirroring for display of the
image of the Windows device in the thumbnail area on the main unit.
These two types are dynamically switched by user operation. Moving the Windows device
image displayed in the thumbnail area on the main unit into the content area by drag & drop
dynamically switches the Windows device image from thumbnail display mirroring to content
display mirroring. Subsequently, moving another image into the content area by drag & drop
replaces the Windows device image display in the content area, and switches the Windows
device image from content display mirroring to thumbnail display mirroring.
Maximum number of content display mirrored images
The maximum number of content display mirrored images is the same as the number of
displays connected to the main unit. When two displays are connected to the main unit, up to
two content display mirroring sources can be used for the two content areas on both displays.
Mirroring throughput
After calculating the number of simultaneous mirroring devices using the equation in
“Maximum number of simultaneous mirroring user devices” (page 12), calculate the total
throughput of user devices as described below and ensure there is sufficient network
bandwidth.
When the main unit and user devices are using Internet resources other than Vision Exchange,
such as streaming from the Internet, also take that load into account to ensure there is
sufficient network bandwidth.
Always check system requirements beforehand as the number of devices to connect and
network bandwidth will vary depending on the model of wireless LAN access point and the
operating environment.

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The Windows device image quality settings and maximum throughput values are given below.
Allow a margin as these values are empirical values only.
The actual throughput will also vary depending on the content matter. Estimate the image
quality setting and network bandwidth that needs to be maintained for the intended use.
Main Unit
Wireless LAN access point
Windows device 1
Windows mirroring
content display:
6 Mbps (max.)
Windows device 2
Windows mirroring
thumbnail display:
1 Mbps
Windows device
2 image
Windows device
1 image
Windows device 1 image
Content area
Display on main unit
Thumbnail area

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Throughput when mirroring from a Windows device to the main unit
Content display mirroring
As shown in the preceding diagram, content display mirroring simultaneously generates and
displays images in the content area and thumbnail area.
The image quality for content display mirroring from a Windows device to the main unit is set
in [Setting] screen > [Mirroring] page > [Vision Exchange App. Setting] on the main unit.
For details about operation, refer to the Help Guide.
Image quality Resolution Throughput max. value
(when playing video)
High
(default setting)
Same as display on
transmitting device
6 Mbps
Mid 4 Mbps
Low 1 Mbps
Includes video and audio throughput.
Thumbnail display mirroring
The throughput when an image is displayed in the thumbnail area is a maximum of 1 Mbps
when playing video (includes both the video and audio).
Required network bandwidth calculation equations
Throughput when content
display mirroring from a
Windows device
(T
content
)
Number of displays connected to
the main unit
(Ndisp)
×
Throughput when thumbnail
display mirroring from a
Windows device
(Tthumbnail)
Number of Windows devices –
Number of displays
(N
win
) – (N
disp
)
×
+
Required bandwidth (Twlan)
=
=
Tcontent × Ndisp + Tthumbnail × (Nwin – Ndisp)

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For reference, a sample calculation is described for the following conditions.
Windows devices: 2 (with image quality set to [High])
Number of displays connected to the main unit: 1
Margin: 30%
Required bandwidth = 6 Mbps × 1 + 1 Mbps × (2 – 1)
= 7 Mbps
Adding the margin of 30%, 7 Mbps × 1.3＝9.1 Mbps
Note that if a presentation is predominantly composed of still images, the throughput will be
lower and hence the required bandwidth will also be lower. Estimate the network bandwidth to
match the intended use.
Active Learning
The unit supports lectures conducted in an active learning form.
Proposed application
“Active learning” encompasses a wide range of activities. A proposed application using the unit
is given below.
For details about functions, refer to the Help Guide.
Term Definition / Description
Classroom A classroom is a room in which active learning takes place. The active
learning system using the unit basically is conducted within a classroom.
Lectern
Represents a stand or dais used by a lecturer. A display (touch panel) for
operating the system, keyboard, mouse, computer/tablet used for
lectures are placed here.
Table A table is used by several seated participants to promote individual
discussion. Generally, multiple tables may be arranged in the classroom.
Main Unit Represents the unit. The unit is operated mainly by the instructor.
Pod PC Software Software for devices that run on Microsoft Windows to provide some
Vision Exchange functionality. The software is mainly operated by the
participants.
Pod A Mini PC placed on each table in which Pod PC Software is installed.
Pod sharing Function for sharing content between the main unit and Pods.
Images shown in the content area of a Pod is shared with the main unit,
and images shown in the content area of the main unit is shared with the
Pods.
Images shown in the content area of the main unit are simultaneously
sent to one or more Pods.

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In active learning, participants can conduct a discussion while sharing material using the Pod
on each table.
In the same way as the main unit, the screen of a user device, such as a computer or tablet,
of a participant can be displayed on a Pod via the network. In addition, the image of the
content area of the main unit can be displayed on a Pod, and the image of the content area of
a Pod can be shared with the main unit.
The system can also display the results of the discussion of each table on a large screen of the
main unit for review.
Basic configuration of proposed application
One main unit and several Pods are required to implement an active learning application. A
wireless LAN is not absolutely necessary, but a wireless LAN access point is recommended
because many devices used by participants may not have a LAN port.
In this configuration, participants can also mirror devices to the display of the main unit used
by the instructor, not just the Pods.
If this is not required, the main unit can be configured to limit the devices that can connect to
the main unit for mirroring to prevent access by participants.
Mirroring to the main unit by anyone other than the instructor can be prevented by limiting the
devices that can connect for mirroring to the device used by the instructor.
For details about configuration, refer to the Help Guide.

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The required equipment is listed below.
For details about the configuration of the main unit, see “Interactive Lecture” (page 8).
Equipment Quantity Remarks
HDMI display 1 Supports connection of an HDMI display to a Pod. The
use of the display is changeable to accompany each
application.
PEQA-C10 Active
Learning license
(Available
separately)
1 License to enable the Pod sharing function.
Pod 1 or more
A Mini PC on which Pod PC Software is installed. One
per table.
Pod PC Software Number of
Pods
Application software that provides the Pod
functionality.
USB mouse Number of
Pods
Not required for operation if using a touch panel
device, but a mouse is required for system
maintenance.
HDMI display
USB mouse
User device of participant
Main Unit
HDMI input
Classroom
Display
Wireless LAN access point
Layer 2 switch
Pod
Wireless
LAN
Wireless
LAN
Lectern
Table
Display
User device of
instructor
(computer, etc.)
User device of
instructor
(Wireless LAN
device, tablet)

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Equipment Quantity Remarks
USB keyboard Maintenance
requirement
One USB keyboard is recommended for maintenance
use.
A software keyboard can be used when it is necessary
to input characters while using the unit.
Wireless LAN access
point
1 One access point can be used in a small-scale
configuration.
Network bandwidth is discussed in a later section.
Connect to wireless LAN compatible user devices used
for remote control of the main unit and mirroring
(transfer of screen image).
Each user device can operate using a fixed IP address,
but an access point that supports a DHCP server
function is recommended for more streamlined
operation.
Layer 2 switch 1 One access point can be used in a small-scale
configuration.
Network bandwidth is discussed in a later section.

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Configuration with instructor and participants on separate networks
In “Basic configuration of proposed application” (page 17), both the instructor and participants
used the same network segment, which allows the participants to mirror devices to the main
unit, not just the Pods.
If this is not desirable, separate networks may be used for the instructor and for the
participants.
In this configuration, with appropriate routing configured in the layer 3 switch, access to the
main unit from the user devices of participants can be controlled while implementing Pod
sharing between the main unit and Pods.
For details about configuration, consult the system administrator.
Maximum number of simultaneous mirroring user devices
The maximum number of user devices for simultaneous mirroring to the main unit or each Pod
is six for Windows devices per main unit and per Pod.
HDMI display
USB
User device of participant
Main Unit
HDMI input
Classroom
Display
Wireless LAN access point
Layer 2 switch
Pod
Wireless
LAN
Wireless
LAN
Lectern
Table
Display
Wireless LAN access point
(for participants)
Layer 2 switch
(for participants)
Layer 3 switch
User device of
instructor
(Wireless LAN
device, tablet)
User device of
instructor
(computer, etc.)