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Audio |
Siren™ 14
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• 14 kHz crystal clear, wideband audio
• 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
• Included with every VSX system |
Polycom StereoSurround™
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• 2 channels of 14 kHz crystal clear audio
• Wideband audio projected in stereo, from left and right speakers
• 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
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Audio Error Concealment
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• Reduced audio drop-out on busy IP or ISDN networks
• Smooth, consistent verbal communications without interruptions
• Corrects audio from any system seamlessly
• Activates automatically, only when needed
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Video |
H.264 Video
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• Use less bandwidth to conduct video calls of equal quality compared to calls using 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
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Pro-Motion™ H.263
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• 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 |
Video Error Concealment
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• 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 |
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Content Sharing |
People+Content IP
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• Standards-based H.239, based on Polycom’s People+Content technology ensures interoperability in the industry
• Simply input the IP address into a small utility and PC content is easily shown to all conference participants
• This feature can also be used by voice-only participants
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Adjustable Bandwidth for Content
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• 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 prior to a call |
Multiple Content Sources
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• 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 –never displace the person speaking
• Supplement video conference with multiple types of content including pictures, documents, audio files, presentations
• Flexible bandwidth settings for adjusting people and content |
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User Interface |
Calendar & Call Scheduler
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• 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
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• 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 |
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Dual Monitor Emulation |
• Use Dual Monitor Emulation for the most efficient use of a single display
• Full size near and far video windows at the same time
• Alternate layout views |
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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
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Platform Versatility |
Integration with Microsoft® Live Communications Server (LCS) via SIP
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• Integrates directly with Microsoft collaboration infrastructure
• Registers and authenticates with Microsoft LCS 2005
• VSX users can be added to Microsoft Messenger's buddy list
• Presence information sent to LCS indicating video buddies' availability |
Completely integrated, all in one system
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• Includes 17" display perfect for full screen viewing of remote and Picture-in-Picture for near end video
• Integrated stereo microphones and speakers eliminates the need for table top microphones and external speakers
• Supports Polycom StereoSurround |
Also functions as PC Display
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• Use as a high resolution (SXGA) display for a local PC connection and save space within the office
• PC audio can be connected to the VSX 3000 so the built-in speakers or headphones can reproduce the PC audio |
IP (H.323 or SIP) or ISDN/IP Models
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• Choose the right model 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 |
Internal Multipoint Software
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• 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
• Supports up to 4 video and 1 voice call in a single conference |
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
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• Communications are confidential and secure
• Authentication by the National Institutes of Standards means it's credible
• Built-in, no extra hardware or software is required |
E-Mail dialing format when dialing across IP security boundaries
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• Easy and intuitive E-mail video dialing
• Operates with Polycom's V2IU™ Firewall Traversal Appliance
• Deployable to wide range of customers, suppliers and partners |
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Interoperability |
Part of Polycom’s Unified Collaborative Communications
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• Remote management through Global Management System™
• Click & View™ offers a variety of layout templates for a multi-point call
• 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 |
Standards-based
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• 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
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• Set your system to baseline mode, H.261 and G.711, for maximum interoperability with legacy video conferencing systems
• Accessible via the web interface for easy access by the network administrator
• Can be turned on and off as needed |
