Accordance Systems MGC-50 User Manual

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Today’s world consists of many different
networks and video protocols. Supporting
IP networks alone may not be sufficient to
address this.The MGC-50 can be easily
upgraded to provide multi-network
gateway connectivity. Simply adding
additional network modules turns your
entry-level MGC-50 into a complete video
network switch/gateway for IP, ISDN and
ATM networks.

BROADBAND VISUAL
COMMUNICATIONS
ARCHITECTURE

The MGC-50 provides enterprise class
reliability and availability in a stand-alone
or rack mountable chassis.

• From 6 to 192* ports IP

• Connection speeds up to 1.5Mbps (IP)

• Mission critical fault-tolerant design

• 8 slot chassis

• All modules:

- Front accessible

- Hot-swappable

- Self-configuring

- Compatible with MGC-100™

MULTI-NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

The MGC-50 provides IP, ISDN and ATM
in a single platform.

• Connects directly with H.323

(IP) networks

• Supports H.320 (ISDN) and

H.321 (ATM) networks

• Designed to incorporate new standards

as they emerge, all within a single platform

• All supported networks can access and

utilize the MGC-50’s advanced features

• NO external gateways necessary

MGC-50

™

Rich Media Communications

is a real-time virtual communications experience…anytime, anywhere. The Accord Product Line
provides the tools that make virtual communications a reality, enhancing the way people communicate and interact.With the
Accord Product Line the user is ensured of a networking solution which makes rich media applications such as business
conferencing, telemedicine, distance learning, visual enabled e-commerce, visual call centers and visual chat rooms a reality.

The MGC-50 is the industry’s best entry-level multipoint

IP visual communications platform.Whether your network

is centralized or distributed, the MGC-50 is the only video

network processor to offer the power and features needed

to provide high quality, mission-critical visual communications.

The MGC-50 provides the most advanced
features of any MCU.

Now you can produce your conference,
any way you want, making the remote
meeting experience more like a
face-to-face meeting.

Continuous Presence

• Up to 21 different layouts

• Layouts changeable ‘on-the-fly’

• Each window within each layout can be

set as fixed or voice activated

Multi-Way Transcoding

• Allows sites with different frame rates,

connection speeds, audio algorithms,
resolutions, and network protocols to
transparently connect with one another

• Ensures that all sites connect at their

optimal capabilities

• Ensures that conferences start on time

by simplifying the connection process

• Ensures conference reliability

Greet and Guide

TM

(ISDN and ATM)

• Customizable conference welcome

screens and audio greeting messages

• Operator(s) can guide users through

every part of the conference:

- Greet users as they connect

- Drag and drop participants

between conferences

- Create subconferences

Powerful Management System

The MGC-50 provides the most flexible
suite of system and conference
management applications of any MCU.
Three different management applications
are offered to provide the power and
flexibility required for both local and
remote access and support.

• WebCommander™ empowers users

to schedule and manage their own
conferences using Netscape or
Microsoft Web browsers

• MGC Manager™ provides

comprehensive operator control ­from conference scheduling and
management to system configuration,
diagnostics and maintenance

• Touch Tone Conference Manager

(TTCM) empowers users to manage
their own conferences using a standard
touch-tone telephone

Easy Maintenance

The MGC-50 reduces the need for on-site
maintenance through advanced remote
system monitoring tools.

• Remote diagnostics and problem

resolution

• Remote software downloads

• Support for multiple MGC systems

Advanced Features That Make A Difference!

US OFFICE

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EUROPEAN OFFICE

Hare Hatch, Berkshire, UK

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

ISRAEL OFFICE

Petach-Tikva, Israel

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

ASIA OFFICE

Beijing, China

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Product Specifications are subject to change. Ref:06/01

System Capacity

MGC-50

™

Maximum number of IP ports 72*

Ports can be increased by cascading multiple MGC systems

Maximum number of simultaneous conferences 24
Maximum number of Continuous Presence conferences 8

SUPPORTED IP PROTOCOLS

Videoconferencing • H.323

Communications • H.245
Video • H.261, H.263, H.263+
Audio • G.711, G.722, G.722.1, G.723, G728, Siren 7 (16, 24, 32Kbps)

SUPPORTED ISDN/ATM PROTOCOLS (optional)

Videoconferencing • H.320, H.321, T.120

Telephony • H.320
Multi-way • H.231, H.243 Cascading and Chair Control

• H.281 FECC (Far End Camera Control)

Video • H.261, H.263, H.263+, H.263
Audio • G.711, G.722, G.722.1, G.728 , Siren 7 (16, 24, 32Kbps)
Data • H.243 LSD,T.122/T.125 (MCS), T.123,T.124 (GCC)
Communications • H.221, H.242
Channel aggregation • H.221, BONDING Mode 1, H0

SUPPORTED INTERFACES

Standard interface: H.323 • 10/100Mbps Ethernet

Optional Interfaces: H.320 • PRI-T1, PRI-E1, E1/T1 Leased line,V.35/RS-449/EIA-530

with RS-366 dialing, KG (encryption) support

H.321 • 25Mbps, 155Mbps (OC3)

EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS

Data Rates H.323 • Up to 1.5Mbps

H.320 • Up to 1.5/2.0Mbps (56 and 64Kbps channels)
H.321 • Up to 1.5Mbps

Clock Synchronization • Internal clock or external network

ENVIRONMENT

Operating Temperature • 10˚ to 40º˚ C (50˚ to 104º˚ F), 3400 BTU per hour
Storage Temperature • -40˚ to 70˚ ºC (-40˚ to 158º˚ F)
Relative Humidity • 15 to 90% non-condensing
Operating Altitude • Up to 3,000 m (10,000 ft)
Storage Altitude • Up to 12,000 m (40,000 ft)
Operating ESD • +8 kV
Storage ESD • +15 kV

Physical Dimensions

Height 40.8cm (16 inches) Width 38.1cm (15 inches)
Depth 50.2cm (19 inches) Power 120-230VAC, 50/60Hz
Weight Net 30kg (66lbs), Optional 19 inch rack mount kit

including packaging 52kg (110lbs)

* Available second half 2001

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