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Purpose vii

Audience vii

Organization vii

Document Conventions viii

Obtaining Documentation viii

Cisco.com viii Product Documentation DVD ix Ordering Documentation ix

Documentation Feedback ix

Cisco Product Security Overview ix

Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products x

Product Alerts and Field Notices x

Obtaining Technical Assistance xi

Cisco Technical Support & Documentation Website xi Submitting a Service Request xii Definitions of Service Request Severity xii

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1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Functionality 1-1

Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU 1-1

About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Users 1-2

Administrators 1-2 Chair Controllers and Operators 1-2 Conference users 1-2

Main Features of the 3545 MCU 1-2

Port Capacities of the 3545 MCU 1-5

About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Architecture 1-6

About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Topologies 1-7

Centralized Topology 1-7 Cascaded Conferences 1-7

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Contents

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2 Installing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU 2-1

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and EMP Modules 2-2

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Module 2-2 Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Module 2-2

Preparing to Install the 3545 MCU 2-3

Verifying the Package Contents of the 3545 MCU 2-4

Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis in a 19-inch Rack 2-4

Installing the 3545 MCU and EMP 2-5

Removing the 3545 MCU and EMP 2-7

Initial 3545 MCU Configuration 2-8

Connecting to a PC 2-8 Setting the IP Address 2-8 Setting Ethernet Speed and Duplex Parameters 2-10 Setting a TFTP Server 2-11 Changing the Global User Name and Password 2-12 Connecting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU to the LAN 2-13 Upgrading Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Software 2-13

Initial 3545 EMP Configuration 2-13

Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Main Menu 2-13 Setting the IP Address 2-14 Changing the Configuration Software Password 2-15 Changing the Security Level 2-15 Pointing the EMP to the Controlling MCU 2-16 Changing Advanced Configuration Settings 2-16 Saving Network Configuration Settings 2-17 Connecting the EMP to the LAN 2-17

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Accessing the 3545 MCU Administrator Interface 2-18

Using the 3545 MCU Setup Wizard 2-19

Registering the Online Help for the 3545 MCU 2-20

Netscape Navigator Users 2-20

3 Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility 3-1

Introduction 3-1

Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility 3-1

Upgrading Software 3-2

4 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Cable Connections and Pin-outs 4-1

Unit RS-232 9-Pin Serial Port on the 3545 MCU 4-1

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9-Pin Serial Port Terminal Cable on the 3545 MCU 4-2

RJ-45 8-Pin IP Network Port on the 3545 MCU 4-2

Circuit Switch Network Port on the 3545 MCU 4-3

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5 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Technical Specifications 5-1

Technical Specifications Table for the 3545 MCU 5-1

6 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Safety 6-1

Electrical Safety for the 3545 MCU 6-1

Grounding 6-1 High Voltage 6-2 Power Supply 6-2

ESD Procedures for the 3545 MCU 6-2

7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Compliance and Certifications 7-1

Safety Compliance for the 3545 MCU 7-1

EMC for the 3545 MCU 7-1

FCC Part 15 Notice 7-2

Telecom for the 3545 MCU 7-2

ACTA Customer Information 7-2 Canadian Department of Communications Notice 7-3

Environmental Compliance for the 3545 MCU 7-4

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Purpose

This guide describes how to install and upgrade the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU module.

Audience

This guide is intended for network administrators who need instructions about how to install and upgrade the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU module.

Organization

This manual is organized as follows:

Chapter Description

Chapter 1, “Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Functionality”

Chapter 2, “Installing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU”

Chapter 3, “Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility”

Chapter 4, “Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Cable Connections and Pin-outs”

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Provides a general overview of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU products, features, and network architecture.

Describes how to install the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU, how to use the Administrator interface to configure board settings and add Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU users.

Describes how to use the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility

Describes the pin-to-pin and pin-out configurations of the connectors and cables of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

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Chapter Description

Chapter 5, “Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Technical Specifications”

Chapter 6, “Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Safety”

Chapter 7, “Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Compliance and Certifications”

Describes the technical specifications for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU.

Describes safety procedures and requirements for operating the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU.

Provides certifications that have been approved for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU.

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or the string will include the quotation marks.

screen font Terminal sessions and information the system displays are in screen font.

boldface screen font Information you must enter is in boldface screen font.

italic screen font Arguments for which you supply values are in italic screen font.

^ The symbol ^ represents the key labeled Control—for example, the key

combination ^D in a screen display means hold down the Control key while you press the D key.

< > Nonprinting characters, such as passwords are in angle brackets.

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Obtaining Documentation

Cisco documentation and additional literature are available on Cisco.com. This section explains the product documentation resources that Cisco offers.

Cisco.com

You can access the most current Cisco documentation at this URL:

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You can access the Cisco website at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com

You can access international Cisco websites at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/public/countries_languages.shtml

Product Documentation DVD

The Product Documentation DVD is a library of technical product documentation on a portable medium. The DVD enables you to access installation, configuration, and command guides for Cisco hardware and software products. With the DVD, you have access to the HTML documentation and some of the PDF files found on the Cisco website at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/home/home.htm

The Product Documentation DVD is created and released regularly. DVDs are available singly or by subscription. Registered Cisco.com users can order a Product Documentation DVD (product number DOC-DOCDVD= or DOC-DOCDVD=SUB) from Cisco Marketplace at the Product Documentation Store at this URL:

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Ordering Documentation

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http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace/docstore

If you do not have a user ID or password, you can register at this URL:

http://tools.cisco.com/RPF/register/register.do

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Cisco Product Security Overview

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http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_vulnerability_policy.html

From this site, you will find information about how to do the following:

• Report security vulnerabilities in Cisco products

• Obtain assistance with security incidents that involve Cisco products

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A current list of security advisories, security notices, and security responses for Cisco products is available at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/go/psirt

To see security advisories, security notices, and security responses as they are updated in real time, you can subscribe to the Product Security Incident Response Team Really Simple Syndication (PSIRT RSS) feed. Information about how to subscribe to the PSIRT RSS feed is found at this URL:

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Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products

Cisco is committed to delivering secure products. We test our products internally before we release them, and we strive to correct all vulnerabilities quickly. If you think that you have identified a vulnerability in a Cisco product, contact PSIRT:

• For emergencies only—security-alert@cisco.com

An emergency is either a condition in which a system is under active attack or a condition for which a severe and urgent security vulnerability should be reported. All other conditions are considered nonemergencies.

• For nonemergencies— psirt@cisco.com

In an emergency, you can also reach PSIRT by telephone:

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• 1 877 228-7302

• 1 408 525-6532

Tip We encourage you to use Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) or a compatible product (for example, GnuPG) to

encrypt any sensitive information that you send to Cisco. PSIRT can work with information that has been encrypted with PGP versions 2.x through 9.x.

Never use a revoked encryption key or an expired encryption key. The correct public key to use in your correspondence with PSIRT is the one linked in the Contact Summary section of the Security Vulnerability Policy page at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_vulnerability_policy.html

The link on this page has the current PGP key ID in use.

If you do not have or use PGP, contact PSIRT to find other means of encrypting the data before sending any sensitive material.

Product Alerts and Field Notices

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To access the Product Alert Tool, you must be a registered Cisco.com user. (To register as a Cisco.com user, go to this URL: http://tools.cisco.com/RPF/register/register.do) Registered users can access the tool at this URL: http://tools.cisco.com/Support/PAT/do/ViewMyProfiles.do?local=en

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco Technical Support provides 24-hour-a-day award-winning technical assistance. The Cisco Technical Support & Documentation website on Cisco.com features extensive online support resources. In addition, if you have a valid Cisco service contract, Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) engineers provide telephone support. If you do not have a valid Cisco service contract, contact your reseller.

Cisco Technical Support & Documentation Website

The Cisco Technical Support & Documentation website provides online documents and tools for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with Cisco products and technologies. The website is available 24 hours a day at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/techsupport

Access to all tools on the Cisco Technical Support & Documentation website requires a Cisco.com user ID and password. If you have a valid service contract but do not have a user ID or password, you can register at this URL:

http://tools.cisco.com/RPF/register/register.do

Note Use the Cisco Product Identification Tool to locate your product serial number before submitting a

request for service online or by phone. You can access this tool from the Cisco Technical Support & Documentation website by clicking the Tools & Resources link, clicking the All Tools (A-Z) tab, and then choosing Cisco Product Identification Tool from the alphabetical list. This tool offers three search options: by product ID or model name; by tree view; or, for certain products, by copying and pasting show command output. Search results show an illustration of your product with the serial number label location highlighted. Locate the serial number label on your product and record the information before placing a service call.

Tip Displaying and Searching on Cisco.com

If you suspect that the browser is not refreshing a web page, force the browser to update the web page by holding down the Ctrl key while pressing F5.

To find technical information, narrow your search to look in technical documentation, not the entire Cisco.com website. On the Cisco.com home page, click the Advanced Search link under the Search box and then click the Technical Support & Documentation radio button.

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Submitting a Service Request

Using the online TAC Service Request Tool is the fastest way to open S3 and S4 service requests. (S3 and S4 service requests are those in which your network is minimally impaired or for which you require product information.) After you describe your situation, the TAC Service Request Tool provides recommended solutions. If your issue is not resolved using the recommended resources, your service request is assigned to a Cisco engineer. The TAC Service Request Tool is located at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/techsupport/servicerequest

For S1 or S2 service requests, or if you do not have Internet access, contact the Cisco TAC by telephone. (S1 or S2 service requests are those in which your production network is down or severely degraded.) Cisco engineers are assigned immediately to S1 and S2 service requests to help keep your business operations running smoothly.

To open a service request by telephone, use one of the following numbers:

Asia-Pacific: +61 2 8446 7411 Australia: 1 800 805 227 EMEA: +32 2 704 55 55 USA: 1 800 553 2447

For a complete list of Cisco TAC contacts, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/techsupport/contacts

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Definitions of Service Request Severity

To ensure that all service requests are reported in a standard format, Cisco has established severity definitions.

Severity 1 (S1)—An existing network is “down” or there is a critical impact to your business operations. You and Cisco will commit all necessary resources around the clock to resolve the situation.

Severity 2 (S2)—Operation of an existing network is severely degraded, or significant aspects of your business operations are negatively affected by inadequate performance of Cisco products. You and Cisco will commit full-time resources during normal business hours to resolve the situation.

Severity 3 (S3)—Operational performance of the network is impaired while most business operations remain functional. You and Cisco will commit resources during normal business hours to restore service to satisfactory levels.

Severity 4 (S4)—You require information or assistance with Cisco product capabilities, installation, or configuration. There is little or no effect on your business operations.

Obtaining Additional Publications and Information

Information about Cisco products, technologies, and network solutions is available from various online and printed sources.

• The Cisco Online Subscription Center is the website where you can sign up for a variety of

Cisco e-mail newsletters and other communications. Create a profile and then select the subscriptions that you would like to receive. To visit the Cisco Online Subscription Center, go to this URL:

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• The Cisco Product Quick Reference Guide is a handy, compact reference tool that includes brief

product overviews, key features, sample part numbers, and abbreviated technical specifications for many Cisco products that are sold through channel partners. It is updated twice a year and includes the latest Cisco channel product offerings. To order and find out more about the Cisco Product Quick Reference Guide, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/go/guide

• Cisco Marketplace provides a variety of Cisco books, reference guides, documentation, and logo

merchandise. Visit Cisco Marketplace, the company store, at this URL:

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• Cisco Press publishes a wide range of general networking, training, and certification titles. Both new

and experienced users will benefit from these publications. For current Cisco Press titles and other information, go to Cisco Press at this URL:

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• Internet Protocol Journal is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems for engineering

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• Networking Professionals Connection is an interactive website where networking professionals

share questions, suggestions, and information about networking products and technologies with Cisco experts and other networking professionals. Join a discussion at this URL:

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• “What’s New in Cisco Documentation” is an online publication that provides information about the

latest documentation releases for Cisco products. Updated monthly, this online publication is organized by product category to direct you quickly to the documentation for your products. You can view the latest release of “What’s New in Cisco Documentation” at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/abtunicd/136957.htm

• World-class networking training is available from Cisco. You can view current offerings at

this URL:

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Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Functionality

This section describes the following topics:

• Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU, page 1-1

• About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Users, page 1-2

• Main Features of the 3545 MCU, page 1-2

• Port Capacities of the 3545 MCU, page 1-5

• About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Architecture, page 1-6

• About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Topologies, page 1-7

Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU enables multimedia, multiparty collaboration in applications such as group conferencing, distance learning, training and video telephony. The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU supports multimedia, multiparty communications in the board room, at the desktop, in the home, or on the road over wireless.

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU provides core IP-centric functionality, a wide range of layouts, powerful audio and video transcoding, an open API for customer application development, support of web-initiated data collaboration, and software upgradeable technology. Services are pre-configured so that they suit most conferencing requirements. However, when necessary, administrators can create customized services to suit their networks and user needs.

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About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Users

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU provides an intuitive web interface with a single point of entry for configuring, controlling and monitoring the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU unit and conference sessions. Access to the interfaces is password-protected for four types of users—Administrators, Chair Controllers, Operators and conference users.

Administrators

Administrators use the Administrator interface for configuring, controlling and managing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU, conference services and supporting devices and applications.

Chair Controllers and Operators

Chair Controllers and Operators can use the Conference Control interface for controlling audio, video and data connections, for selecting advanced conference view image positioning and multiple layouts, and for creating new conferences and sub-conferences.

Chair Controllers can use the Conference Control interface to view conference details and manage a specific conference.

Operators have a global view of all current conferences, and can act as Chair Controllers for all current conferences.

Conference users

Conference users participate in actual video or audio conferences.

Main Features of the 3545 MCU

Table 1-1 lists the main features provided by the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU for

effective audio and videoconferencing and a satisfying user experience.

Table 1-1 Summary of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Features

Feature Description

Flat capacity Each conference participant can connect with his or her own optimal codec,

resolution and bandwidth (from 64 Kbps up to 2 Mbps) without affecting other participants or the MCU capacity.

Superior video quality Video and audio processing is carried out per user rather than per conference.

Each user connects using unique, optimized audio and video settings to enjoy the best audio and video quality supported by his/her endpoint and network.

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Table 1-1 Summary of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Features (continued)

Feature Description

Seamless interoperability

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU is built on the strong foundation of the Cisco H.323 and SIP software, ensuring full compliance and unmatched interoperability with IP and ISDN networks.

The MCU enables H.323, SIP and SCCP devices to participate in the same conference session.

When used with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Gateway, the MCU also enables ISDN and V.35 wireless devices to participate in the same conference session.

Intuitive web-based management and control

Both the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU system and actual conference sessions are managed, configured, and dynamically modified through an intuitive, web-based interface that offers easy, high-level conference control and administrative flexibility for an enhanced user experience.

Supported protocols

• H.323 version 4

• SIP RFC 3261 for the Session Initiation Protocol

Main Features of the 3545 MCU

Audio transcoding codecs

• SCCP

• H.243 for conference control

• RFC 2833 for in-band DTMF with SIP

• H.281 for far end camera control (FECC)

• H.235 for IP-based media encryption

• H.239 for standard simultaneous transmission of live video and

presentation sharing feeds.

• SDP (RFC 3264, 2327)

• T.1 20

• H.320 (when using a gateway)

Note The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU supports calls

from H.323 and SIP endpoints in the same conference. Call signalling is handled on all ports regardless of the protocol type.

• G.711 A/µ Law

• G.722

• G.722.1

• G.723.1

• G.728

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Table 1-1 Summary of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Features (continued)

Feature Description

Unmatched video quality

Multi-view (Dual Video)

T.120 Data Collaboration support

Security and privacy

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The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU delivers exceptionally high quality video and audio processing, using latest industry standards and leveraging upon advanced software upgradeable DSP chips. The Cisco QualiVision feature provides highly improved, standard-based video quality for networks with packet loss, assuring best video quality at all times.

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU achieves the best video quality by supporting the following video capabilities:

• H.261, H.263 and H.264 in the same conference

• A choice of 26 Continuous Presence layouts

• Up to 2 Mbps on each stream without affecting capacity

• QCIF, CIF and 4CIF in the same conference without affecting capacity

• VGA, SVGA, XGA (supported for presentation channel only)

Supports dual-screen video and data transmissions to endpoints supporting two monitors using the H.239 standard or TANDBERG DuoVideo. One monitor receives the conference video image and the other screen displays a presentation.

Data collaboration is defined by the T.120 standard. Data collaboration using T.120 over the video conference connection enhances the conference by providing the tools for conference participants to share data instantaneously.

• Administrator and operator password protection for accessing the

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU web interfaces.

• Optional PIN protection for joining a conference and web access.

• Additional PIN protection for conference Chair Control.

• The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU uses H.235-based

encryption to achieve secure communication with endpoints that support this standard.

In-conference control using DTMF or H.243

During a conference, participants may use their endpoint remote control or keypad to perform actions such as mute, volume control, changing video layouts and inviting participants. Users interact with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU via DTMF signaling or the onscreen GUI of H.243-compliant endpoints.

Optional no self see The administrator can configure the Cisco Unified

Videoconferencing 3545 MCU service to remove the self-view for each conference participant. This feature enables more effective use of the video screen.

IVR messages The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU includes pre-recorded

greetings to conference participants and announcements as each new participant joins the conference. Using the Cisco Audio Message Utility, IVR messages can be recorded to provide custom greetings and announcements.

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Port Capacities of the 3545 MCU

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU can be configured to support a wide range of audio and/or video ports.

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU supports switched High Definition video service types. HD services enable Voice Activated single-screen displays at up to 2 Mbps, and offer resolutions of 1280 x 720 pixels (720p) and 1920 x 1080 pixels (1080p).

HD service types also enable you to set a minimum downspeeding bandwidth rate which is common to all endpoints participating in a conference.

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU conferencing includes two types of cards:

• Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU—An MCU card that is responsible for the signaling

and the audio. When working alone, this card can only do audio conferencing of 96 audio ports. It can be mixed and matched with up to four EMP cards to create a 96 flat port video bridge. The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU card has no video capabilities.

• Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Enhanced Media Processor (EMP)—A video

processing card that can support 36 standard rate video ports (up to 384 Kbps) or 24 high rate video ports (up to 2 Mbps).

Port Capacities of the 3545 MCU

Table 1-2 shows the port capacity for different Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

configurations.

Table 1-2 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Port Capacities

Platform Cisco Unified

Port Capacity Videoconferencing 3545 MCU System Configuration

1 MCU card 96 audio

4 MCU cards 384 audio

1 MCU card + 1 EMP card 96 audio

48 standard rate video (up to 384 Kbps)

24 high rate video (up to 2 Mbps)

1 MCU card + 2 EMP cards 96 audio/48 video

96 standard rate video (up to 384 Kbps)

48 high rate video (up to 2 Mbps)

1 MCU card + 3 EMP cards 96 audio

96 standard rate video (up to 384 Kbps)

72 high rate video (up to 2 Mbps)

8 MCU cards 768 audio

1 MCU card + 4 EMP cards 96 audio

96 standard rate video (up to 384 Kbps)

96 high rate video (up to 2 Mbps)

2 MCU cards + 4 EMP cards 192 audio

192 standard rate video (up to 384 Kbps)

96 high rate video (up to 2 Mbps)

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About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Architecture

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU enables both voice-only and video conference calls for H.323, SIP, H.320, SCCP and regular PSTN network telephones. H.323 and SIP devices can connect to a conference directly through the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU. Other devices such as voice telephones and video conferencing terminals (H.320) can connect to a conference via a gateway, such as the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Gateway.

Figure 1-1 Supported Devices and Protocols

IP - H323. MCU, Gateway ISDN - H323.

3G - H324.MSIP

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The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU supports devices that can send and receive video streams, as well as those that cannot send but only receive video streams. This means that terminals without a video camera or video capturing capabilities can participate in a conference as voice-only participants while benefiting from seeing the other participants.

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About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Topologies

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU can work in a centralized or cascaded topology. This section describes these two options.

Centralized Topology

In a centralized topology, the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU performs media processing for all connected terminals. The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU can handle multiple conferences simultaneously.

Figure 1-2 Centralized Topology

Headquarters

Site 1 Site 2

Cascaded Conferences

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU allows you to combine two or more conferences resulting in a larger conference with many more participants. This is called cascading. Cascading creates a distributed environment that helps reduce the drain on network resources. In addition, the processing resources required by the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU are distributed between participating MCUs. Costly telephone or ISDN line usage can be further reduced with the mediation of a gateway.

Cascading occurs when one conference with “x” number of participants invites another conference with “y” number of participants. The two conferences effectively become one large conference. The bandwidth required across a cascaded conference link is only that of one audio/video stream between the two conferences. This is significantly less than the accumulated bandwidth of all the participants. Each separate Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU unit participating in a conference retains control of its individual conference resources and participants.

The cascaded conference in Figure 1-3 minimizes the use of network bandwidth while distributing processing among the participating the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU units.

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Figure 1-3 Cascaded Conference

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Installing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU works together with a Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Enhanced Media Processor (EMP) module to perform audio and videoconferencing. The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU is responsible for signaling and audio. The EMP is responsible for video. The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and EMP modules connect via the Ethernet.

Each Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU may be registered to up to three EMP modules on the same chassis.

For correct operation, the EMP card must register with the MCU.

This section describes the following topics:

• Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and EMP Modules, page

2-2

• Preparing to Install the 3545 MCU, page 2-3

• Verifying the Package Contents of the 3545 MCU, page 2-4

• Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis in a 19-inch Rack, page 2-4

• Installing the 3545 MCU and EMP, page 2-5

• Removing the 3545 MCU and EMP, page 2-7

• Initial 3545 MCU Configuration, page 2-8

• Initial 3545 EMP Configuration, page 2-13

• Accessing the 3545 MCU Administrator Interface, page 2-18

• Using the 3545 MCU Setup Wizard, page 2-19

• Registering the Online Help for the 3545 MCU, page 2-20

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Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and EMP Modules

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

and EMP Modules

This section provides a physical description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP modules.

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Module

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU module has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet port on the front panel that uses an RJ-45 connector to connect to the network. There is an asynchronous, 9-pin serial port that you can use with a hyperterminal program to configure and monitor the module.

Figure 2-1 shows the front panel of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU module. Tabl e 2- 1

describes the components of the front panel.

Figure 2-1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Front Panel

CPU-HightGK Reg

ACTALARM

SWAP

RDY

10/100Base T-1

SERIAL

RST

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Module

Figure 2-2 shows the front panel of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP board. Tab l e 2-1

describes the components of the front panel.

Figure 2-2 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Front Panel

CPU-HightMC

ACTALARM

SWAP

RDY

Table 2-1 Front Panel Components

10/100Base T

SERIAL

RST

Component Description

10/100 BaseT-1 connector

An RJ-45 connector that provides the primary Ethernet connection for the IP network port.

SERIAL connector A DB-9 connector that allows you to connect a PC terminal for local

configuration.

RST button Allows you to reset the board manually.

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Table 2-1 Front Panel Components (continued)

Component Description

GK Reg LED (on the Cisco Unified

Lights green when the MCU is registered with a gatekeeper. Lights green

when the EMP is registered with the MCU. Videoconferencing 354 5MCU)

MC LED (on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 354 5EMP)

CPU High LED Lights green when more than 50% of the MCU/EMP resources are in use.

ACT LED Lights green to indicate that there is at least one currently active conference

on the MCU/EMP.

ALARM LED Lights green to indicate that an error has occurred and the MCU/EMP

requires resetting.

10/100 BaseT-1 LEDs The top part of the 10/100 BaseT-1 connector contains two LED indicators.

The left-hand LED lights green when the local IP network link is active. The

right-hand LED lights green if the connection speed is 100 Mbps, and is off

when the connection speed is 10 Mbps.

SWAP RDY LED Hot Swap indication. Lights blue when the latches of a board are unlocked

and it is safe to remove the board from the chassis. Goes off when the board

is completely detached.

Preparing to Install the 3545 MCU

This section describes the requirements for installing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP in a Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis. For more information, see the Platform Guide for Cisco IPVC 3644 Chassis.

Warning

During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.

The requirements are as follows:

• Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis

• Proper clearance at the sides of the unit to allow adequate ventilation, and at least 20 cm clearance

at the back of the chassis to allow access to the boards and cable connections

• A PC with a serial port and terminal emulation software to assign the MCU and EMP an IP address

• Two dedicated IP addresses—one each for the MCU and EMP

• The IP address of the router that the MCU and EMP will use to communicate across the network

• For an H.323 environment, IP address of the H.323 gatekeeper with which you want the MCU to

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• For a Skinny Client Control Protocol (SCCP) environment, the IP address of the Trivial File Transfer

Protocol (TFTP) server or Cisco Unified CallManager from which you want the MCU and EMP to get configuration information

• Available IP network ports on the switch for the MCU and EMP

• A grounded AC power outlet

• A 10BaseT or 100BaseT LAN cable

• Ambient room temperature range of 32

• Non-condensing relative humidity range of 5% to 85%

to 122oF (0o to 50oC)

Verifying the Package Contents of the 3545 MCU

Inspect the contents of the box for shipping damage. Report any damage or missing items to your Cisco representative. Table 2-2 lists the package contents for the MCU and EMP.

Table 2-2 Package Contents with Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and Cisco Unified

Videoconferencing 3545 EMP

Product Contents

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis with MCU and EMP

• Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU module

• Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP module

• Guide to Cisco Conferencing Documentation

• Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco Unified

Videoconferencing 3500 Products

• Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD-ROM

• Cisco Information Package

Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis in a 19-inch Rack

You can optionally mount the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis in a standard 19-inch rack. Two mounting brackets and a set of screws are included in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis shipping box.

Procedure

Step 1 Disconnect all cables including the power cables.

Step 2 Place the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis right-side up on a hard flat surface, with the

front panel facing you.

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Step 3 Position a mounting bracket over the mounting holes on each side of the Cisco Unified

Videoconferencing 3545 chassis, as shown in Figure 2-3.

Step 4 Pass the screws through the brackets and tighten them into the screw holes on each side of the

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis using a suitable screwdriver.

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Figure 2-3 Fitting a Bracket for Rack Mounting

Step 5 Insert the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis into the 19-inch rack.

Step 6 Fasten the brackets to the side rails of the rack.

Step 7 Make sure that the air vents at the sides of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis are not

blocked.

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This section describes how to insert the MCU into the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis.

Before You Begin

Note the following:

• The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis has four slots. You can install the MCU and the

EMP in any of the slots at the front of the chassis.

• Insert the MCU in the top slot at the front of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis to

view status and identification information via the System web user interface.

Warning

During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Before working on a system that has an on/off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord.

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Procedure

Step 1 On the front of the chassis, loosen the screws of the blank panel covering the slot into which the MCU

or the EMP module is to be installed.

Step 2 Remove the blank panel.

Step 3 Remove the new MCU or the EMP module from the antistatic bag.

Step 4 Press the red buttons and open the handles of the MCU or the EMP module.

Step 5 Align the edges of the MCU or the EMP module with the chassis guide rails.

Step 6 Slide the MCU or the EMP module into the chassis until it stops (see Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4 Inserting the MCU or the EMP in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis

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Step 7

Use even pressure to push the module further into the slot.

Caution Do not force the connection. Forcing the connection can bend or damage the pins in the

connector inside the chassis.

Note If you are installing the MCU or the EMP module and the power to the chassis is on, the

SWAP RDY LED on the module front panel turns blue when you slide the module into the chassis as far as it will go. This means that you can secure the module safely. The LED turns off when the handles are closed.

Step 8 Snap the handles forward to secure the MCU or the EMP module in the slot.

Step 9 Secure the MCU or the EMP module screws.

Caution Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to

hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers and rear covers are in place.

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Removing the 3545 MCU and EMP

This section describes how to remove the MCU or the EMP from the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis.

Procedure

Step 1 Loosen the MCU or the EMP module screws.

Step 2 Press the red buttons and open the handles of the MCU or the EMP module (see Figure 2-5).

Figure 2-5 Removing a Module from the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis

Removing the 3545 MCU and EMP

Step 3 Wait for the blue SWAP RDY LED to light up. The SWAP RDY LED indicates that it is safe to remove

the module.

Note It may take up to one minute for the LED to light up while the Windows operating system is

shutting down.

The light goes out when the board is completely detached from the backplane.

Step 4 Remove the module completely.

Step 5 Insert a blank cover panel provided by Cisco.

Step 6 Secure the blank cover panel screws.

Caution Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to

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Initial 3545 MCU Configuration

Initial monitoring and administration of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU are performed from a remote PC via a serial connection. This allows you to access the boot configuration menu of the MCU. At power-up, the MCU goes through the following boot phases:

• Auto-boot—The embedded operating system initializes and displays basic information.

• Configuration menu—A six-second countdown allows you to enter the configuration menu.

• Initialization—The MCU completes its boot sequence and is ready for operation.

Note You can perform serial port configuration of the MCU only at startup, during a short period indicated by

a six-second countdown. Once the initialization phase is complete, the only way you can access the configuration menu is by restarting the MCU.

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This section describes how to use the serial port connection to configure the MCU with an IP address.

Procedure

Step 1 Locate the terminal cable shipped with the MCU.

Step 2 Connect the end labeled PC to the serial port on the computer.

Step 3 Connect the end labeled Unit to the serial port connector on the MCU front panel.

Note The PC terminal should have an installed terminal emulation application, such as HyperTerminal.

Setting the IP Address

This section describes how to use the serial port to configure the unit with an IP address and other address information.

The serial port on the MCU front panel is used to assign a new IP address to your MCU. You can assign the IP address before or after you connect the MCU to the network.

Before You Begin

Gather the items listed in Tab le 2-3 to assign an IP address to the MCU.

Table 2-3 Requirements for Setting the IP Address

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Requirements Notes

Dedicated IP address for the MCU

IP address of the default router the MCU uses to communicate over the network

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Table 2-3 Requirements for Setting the IP Address

Requirements Notes

Subnet mask for the MCU if applicable

Domain Name Server and domain name for MCU if applicable

PC with available serial port and terminal emulator software installed

RS-232 terminal cable (shipped with the unit)

Procedure

Step 1 Connect the RS-232 terminal cable to the PC terminal.

Step 2 Connect the power cable.

Step 3 Start the terminal emulation application on the PC.

Step 4 Set the communication settings in the terminal emulation application on the PC as follows:

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Baud rate: 9600

–

Data bits: 8

–

Parity: None

–

Stop bits: 1

–

Flow control: None

Step 5 Turn on the power to the MCU.

A log of the auto-boot events appears on the computer.

Step 6 When the message “Press any key to start configuration” appears on the screen, press any key within six

seconds.

The network configuration Main menu appears as follows:

Press any key to start configuration... Main menu N: Configure default network port values P: Change the configuration software password S: Configure network security level A: Advanced configuration menu Q: Quit

Select:

Step 7 At the prompt, enter N to configure default network port values and press Enter.

Step 8 At the Enter IP address for default interface prompt, enter the IP address you want to assign to the MCU

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Step 9 At the Enter Default Router IP Address prompt, enter the IP address of the router associated with the

segment in which the unit will be installed and press Enter.

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Caution Do not use leading zeros in the IP address.

Step 10 At the Enter IP Mask <HEX> for default device prompt, enter the subnet mask as follows:

After you enter the subnet mask parameter, the unit updates the boot line parameter and reboots.

Step 11 At the Enter Preferred DNS Address for default Interface prompt, enter the IP address of the primary

DNS to which you want this MCU to register and press Enter.

Step 12 At the Enter Alternate DNS Address for default Interface prompt, enter the IP address of the secondary

DNS to which you want this MCU to register and press Enter.

Step 13 At the Enter DNS suffix for default Interface prompt, enter the alias to which you want the DNS to

associate this MCU and press Enter.

Allow the unit to complete the reboot process. A new emulator session begins.

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Convert the subnet mask IP address to hexadecimal notation, enter the hexadecimal number at the prompt, and press Enter.

For example, for the subnet mask 255.255.255.0 the hexadecimal value you enter is FFFFFF00.

Note You can use the desktop calculator on your computer to convert the subnet mask ID to

hexadecimal notation.

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If a subnet mask is not used, press Enter.

Step 14 At the Network Configuration menu, do one of the following:

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Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure.

–

Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process.

Caution Configuration of any of the parameters other than <N> to configure default network port values may alter

the function of the device and should not be performed by an unauthorized person.

Setting Ethernet Speed and Duplex Parameters

You can use the serial port to set the Ethernet speed and duplex parameters that you want the MCU to use.

Note We recommend that you manually set these parameters on the MCU and switch to Ethernet speed 100

Mbps and full duplex.

Procedure

Step 1 Access the MCU through the serial port and start a terminal emulator session.

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Step 2 When the message “Press any key to start configuration” appears on the screen, press any key within six

seconds.

The network configuration Main menu appears.

Step 3 At the prompt, enter A to display the Advanced Configuration menu and press Enter.

The Advanced Configuration menu appears.

Step 4 At the prompt, enter 3 to select “Change LAN port Settings” and press Enter.

Step 5 At the prompt, enter the number or letter for one of the following:

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1 - 10Mbps Half Duplex

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2 - 100Mbps half Duplex

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3 - 10Mbps Full Duplex

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4 - 100Mbps Full Duplex

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5 - Auto

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Q - Quit

Enter this value to retain the current setting. The default setting is Auto.

Step 6 Press Enter.

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The network configuration Main menu appears.

Step 7 At the Network Configuration menu, do one of the following:

–

Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure.

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Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process.

Setting a TFTP Server

You can use the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU together with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP as a video conference bridge for Cisco Unified CallManager version 4.x and later. To set up the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU to serve as a conference bridge, you must identify the TFTP server from which the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU gets configuration information from the Cisco Unified CallManager. You can enter that information using the serial port connection or the Administrator interface.

Procedure

Step 1 Access the MCU through the serial port and start a terminal emulator session.

Note If the MCU is already running, you need to reboot or restart the device.

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seconds.

The Network Configuration menu appears.

Step 3 At the prompt, enter T and press the Enter key to select the “Configure TFTP server list” option.

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Step 4 At the TFTP Server # 0 prompt, enter the IP address of the first TFTP server you want the MCU to use

and press Enter.

Step 5 At the Would you like to add a new TFTP server [Y/N] prompt, do one of the following:

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Press Y and enter to identify another TFTP server that you want the MCU to use.

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Press N and Enter to return to the Network Configuration menu.

Step 6 At the Network Configuration menu, do one of the following:

–

Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure.

–

Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process.

This information appears in the SCCP Protocol Configuration dialog box in the Administrator interface. In this dialog box, you can configure the MCU to support Cisco Unified CallManager as a SCCP conference bridge

Changing the Global User Name and Password

You can change the global user name and password that the MCU uses. You use this user name and password to access the configuration web page for the MCU, and is required for the following tasks:

• Starting a Telnet session to monitor the MCU

• Upgrading the MCU software

• Uploading Interactive Voice Response (IVR) messages to MCU configuration memory

The default global user name is admin. The default password is <null>.

Procedure

Step 1 Start a terminal emulator session as described in the “Setting the IP Address” section on page 2-8.

Step 2 At the prompt, enter P.

Step 3 At the Enter User name prompt, enter the name that you want to use as the global user name and press

Enter.

Step 4 At the Password prompt, enter the password that you want to use and press Enter.

The network configuration Main menu appears.

Step 5 At the network configuration Main menu, do one of the following:

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Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure.

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Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process.

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Connecting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU to the LAN

This section describes how to connect the MCU to the Local Area Network (LAN).

Procedure

Step 1 Connect the supplied LAN cable from your network switch to the 10/100BaseT Ethernet port on the front

panel of the MCU unit. The 10/100BaseT port accepts an RJ-45 connector.

Step 2 Turn on the power to the MCU unit.

Upgrading Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Software

You can perform software upgrades by using the Cisco Upgrade Utility to upload files via a network or modem connection to the MCU. For more information, see Chapter 3, “Using the Cisco Software

Upgrade Utility”.

Initial 3545 EMP Configuration

When you are working with a Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP, you must also perform network configuration of this module.

Initial monitoring and administration of the EMP are performed from a remote PC using a terminal emulation application, such as HyperTerminal. To make the serial connection, connect a PC terminal to the front panel serial port of the EMP board as described in the “Connecting to a PC” section on

page 2-8. The serial configuration utility runs as a target configuration service. You can use the serial

configuration utility to:

• Configure default network port values.

• Modify the configuration software password.

• Modify the MCU IP address.

• Modify advanced configuration settings such as the web server port and LAN port, and to restore

the factory configuration.

Warning

Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Main Menu

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The EMP Main configuration menu appears as follows:

Main menu N: Configure default network port values P: Change the configuration software password

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S: Configure network security level M: Change MCU ip address A: Advanced configuration menu Q: Quit

Select:

Setting the IP Address

This section describes how to use the serial port to configure the unit with an IP address and other address information.

The serial port on the EMP front panel is used to assign a new EMP an IP address. You can assign the IP address before or after you connect the hardware to the network.

Procedure

Step 1 At the prompt, enter N to configure default network port values and press Enter.

The default network properties screen appears as follows:

Enter IP Address for default Interface Without leading zeros <172.20.35.110:ffff0000> Enter Default Router IP Address for default Interface Without leading zeros <current default Gateway IP address>:

Step 2 At the Enter IP address for default interface prompt, enter the IP address you want to assign to the EMP

followed by the subnet mask, in the format <IP address:subnet mask> and press Enter.

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Note You must enter the subnet mask in the hexadecimal format.

Step 3 At the Enter Default Router IP Address prompt, enter the IP address of the default Gateway that you

want the EMP to use and press Enter.

Allow the unit to complete the reboot process. A new emulator session begins.

Step 4 At the Main menu, do one of the following:

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Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure.

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Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process.

Caution Configuration of any of the parameters other than <N> to configure default network port values may alter

the function of the device and should not be performed by an unauthorized person.

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Changing the Configuration Software Password

You can use the serial port to change the configuration software password.

Procedure

Step 1 At the prompt, enter P to change the configuration software password and press Enter.

The user profile screen displays as follows:

Enter user name: Enter new password:

Step 2 At the Enter user name prompt, enter the new user name and press Enter.

Step 3 At the Enter user password prompt, enter the new password and press any key to return to the EMP Main

menu.

Changing the Security Level

Initial 3545 EMP Configuration

You can use the serial port to change the security level. Security levels are as follows:

• 0 (low)—Allows SNMP, Telnet, HTTP, FTP, and ICMP to access the MCU.

• 1 (medium)—Allows access to the MCU only through SNMP, HTTP and ICMP.

• 2 (high)—Allows only HTTP to access the MCU.

Procedure

Step 1 At the prompt, enter S to configure the network security level and press Enter.

The security level screen displays as follows:

The current security level is [0 low]. Enter a new security level (0-low, 1-medium. 2-high):

Step 2 Enter the new security level required and press Enter.

The updated security level screen displays as follows:

The current security level is [0 low]. Enter a new security level (0-low, 1-medium. 2-high): 2 Board security level changing to [2 high]: Set icmpRequestBlock to 2 The new security level is [2 high].

Step 3 The EMP Main menu displays.

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Pointing the EMP to the Controlling MCU

You can use the serial port to point the EMP to the IP address of the controlling MCU.

Procedure

Step 1 At the prompt, enter M to change the MCU IP address and press Enter.

The MCU IP address screen displays as follows:

Enter MCU ip address Without leading zeros <current IP address>:

Step 2 Enter the IP address of the MCU and press any key to return to the EMP Main menu.

Changing Advanced Configuration Settings

You can use the serial port to change the following advanced configuration settings:

• Web server port (for future use)

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• Restore factory configuration (for future use)

• LAN port settings

• Disable DSP reset

Procedure

Step 1 At the prompt, enter A to access the Advanced Configuration menu.

The Advanced Configuration menu displays as follows:

Advanced configuration menu Q: Quit 1: Configure web server port 2: Restore factory configuration 3: Change Lan port Settings 4: Disable DSP reset

Select:

Step 2 At the prompt, enter 1 to configure the web server port.

The current web port server setting displays.

Step 3 At the prompt, enter 2 to restore the factory configuration settings.

You are asked to confirm your choice as follows:

Select: 2 Are you sure you want to restore factory configuration? [y, n]:

Step 4 Enter y or n.

Step 5 At the prompt, enter 3 to change Ethernet speed and duplex parameters.

The network interface card settings screen appears as follows:

Choose : 1 - 10Mbps Half Duplex : 2 - 100Mbps Half Duplex : 3 - 10Mbps Full Duplex : 4 - 100Mbps Full Duplex

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: 5 - Auto other - Quit :

Step 6 Enter either a number between 0 and 5 inclusive, representing the required option.

Step 7 Press any other key to quit without changing the network working mode.

Step 8 At the prompt, enter 4 to disable the DSP reset facility.

Note After options Q and 1-3, press any key to return to the EMP Main menu. After option 4, the EMP Main

menu displays automatically.

Caution Only qualified technical personnel should modify the DSP reset function settings.

Saving Network Configuration Settings

Initial 3545 EMP Configuration

Modified network configuration settings are automatically saved when you exit the EMP Main menu.

Procedure

Step 1 Ensure you have completed your configuration.

Step 2 At the prompt, enter Q to exit the video processing module Main menu.

The video processing module Main menu closes and your machine will automatically reboot.

Connecting the EMP to the LAN

This section describes how to connect the EMP to the Local Area Network (LAN).

Procedure

Step 1 Connect the supplied LAN cable from your network switch to the 10/100BaseT Ethernet port on the front

panel of the EMP unit. The 10/100BaseT port accepts an RJ-45 connector.

Step 2 Turn on the power to the EMP unit.

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Accessing the 3545 MCU Administrator Interface

The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Administrator is a web interface that allows you to configure general MCU settings, monitor MCU operation, create or edit services, manage media processor units and perform maintenance.

You access the MCU Administrator web interface in the MCU access window by signing in as an Administrator.

You can use your web browser from any remote PC station to monitor and to configure the MCU application. A web server is installed in the MCU to facilitate the use of the remote web-based monitoring and management.

Access to the MCU entered the settings you want, you should upload them to the unit for them to take effect, or you can save them to a configuration file to be loaded at a later time.

Before You Begin

The following requirements are necessary to access the MCU Administrator web interface:

• A Java-compliant browser. Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5.5 or later is recommended.

• The MCU IP address or a web link to the MCU.

• The required user name and password.

Note For first-time installation, you must assign an IP address to the MCU using a serial port connection

before you can access the web interface. For more information, see the “Setting the IP Address” section

on page 2-8.

Procedure

Step 1 Launch your browser and enter the IP address or the name of the MCU followed by /admin.

For example, http://125.221.23.44/admin or board_name/admin.

The MCU access window appears.

Step 2 Enter the Administrator user name and password in the appropriate fields and click Go. The default

global user name is admin. The default password is <null>.

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The MCU Administrator interface appears.

Note If you try to sign in as an Administrator and another Administrator is currently signed in, the MCU signs

you in as a Read only user. The words Read Only appear at the top of the window and a pop-up displays the IP address of the Administrator already signed in. Read only users cannot edit any of the MCU settings.

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Using the 3545 MCU Setup Wizard

The MCU setup wizard runs automatically the first time you access the MCU Administrator interface. In the setup wizard, you can configure addressing for the MCU IP, H.323 gatekeeper, and Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) proxy. In the setup wizard, you can also set the regional date and time settings of the device on which you manage the MCU.

Procedure

Step 1 In the Administrator interface, click MCU

Step 2 On the toolbar, click Setup Wizard.

The MCU Setup Wizard dialog box appears, displaying the Board Settings section.

Step 3 To change the IP address information with which the MCU is currently configured, follow these steps:

–

In the IP address field, enter the IP address you want to assign to the MCU.

–

In the Subnet mask field, enter the subnet mask you want to assign to the MCU.

–

In the Router IP address field, enter the IP address of the router that you want the MCU to use.

–

Click Next.

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The H.323 Settings section appears.

Step 4 To set the gatekeeper you want the MCU to use, follow these steps:

–

In the Gatekeeper IP field, enter the IP address of the gatekeeper that you want the MCU to use.

–

In the Gatekeeper Port field, enter the port number that the MCU can use to communicate with the gatekeeper.

–

Click Next.

The SIP Settings section appears.

Step 5 To change SIP configuration, follow these steps:

–

In the Proxy IP field, enter the IP address for the SIP proxy.

–

In the Proxy Port field, enter the port for the SIP proxy.

–

In the Default Domain field, enter the default domain for the SIP proxy.

–

Select Using Microsoft LCS if the SIP proxy communicates with a Microsoft Live Communication Server device.

The Date and Time Settings section appears.

Step 6 To synchronize the MCU clock with the clock on the current computer, select Update to local time.

Step 7 Click Finish.

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Registering the Online Help for the 3545 MCU

The online help files for the MCU Administrator and Conference Control interfaces are shipped on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD-ROM. To use the online help, you must install the help files for the MCU in a shared directory on your network and register the directory location in the Administrator interface.

If you wish to install the online help on a shared network location and link it to the MCU Administrator, perform the following steps:

Procedure

Step 1 Copy the online help library from the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD-ROM to a shared

folder on a PC on your network.

Step 2 Log in to the MCU Administrator interface.

Step 3 In the Online help URL field of the Board Web tab, enter the directory path to the help files you installed

on your PC.

The path must have the form:

file://computerName/sharedDirectory

where computerName is the name of the computer on the network and sharedDirectory is the path to the Online Help folder on the CD-ROM. For example:

file://myComputer/Shared/Online Help

Step 4 Click Upload in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Administrator toolbar, followed by

Refresh.

Step 5 You may need to log out and log back in to the MCU Administrator for the change to take effect.

Netscape Navigator Users

Online help files located on the local network and accessed using Netscape Navigator 4.x must be located on a mapped network drive.

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Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility

This section describes the following topics:

• Introduction, page 3-1

• Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility, page 3-1

• Upgrading Software, page 3-2

The Cisco Software Upgrade Utility is an interactive GUI interface that enables you to upgrade Cisco software installed on Cisco devices.

The Cisco Software Upgrade Utility enables you to select files to be uploaded via a network or modem connection to the Cisco device. You can select either to perform a typical upgrade which includes all the new files or a customized upgrade which enables you to select which files to upload.

The upgrade files are uploaded and then burned into the memory of the Cisco device.

Before You Begin

Cisco devices automatically save configuration settings before a software upgrade takes place. However, it is recommended that you save all configuration information using the Export button in the Cisco device web interface toolbar. You can retrieve all these settings after the software upgrade is complete by using the Import button in the Cisco device web interface toolbar.

Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility

This section describes how to install and launch the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility.

Procedure

Step 1 Download the UpgradeUtility.exe file from the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD-ROM.

Step 2 Double click the UpgradeUtility.exe file to run the Software Upgrade Utility.

The upgrade files are extracted and the Upgrade Utility dialog box appears.

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Upgrading Software

This section describes how to use the Software Upgrade Utility to upgrade Cisco software installed on Cisco devices.

Procedure

Step 1 In the General Information section of the Upgrade Utility dialog box, enter the IP address of the device

you want to upgrade.

Step 2 In the Login Information section, enter the administrator user name and password for the target device,

as configured in the device network configuration settings.

Step 3 (Optional) Modify the read and write community settings for the target device as follows:

–

Click Customize SNMP Settings.

The Customize SNMP Settings dialog box displays.

–

Enter the required read community and write community values.

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Note We recommend that you modify the default settings for security purposes.

–

Click OK to return to the Upgrade Utility dialog box.

Step 4 (Optional) Select the components of the target device you want to upgrade as follows:

–

Click Customize.

The Customize dialog box appears.

–

Check the device components you want to upgrade in the Select the components you want to upgrade list.

Note The components displayed vary according to the Cisco device upgraded.

–

Click OK to return to the Upgrade Utility dialog box.

Step 5 Click Upgrade to upgrade all components of the Cisco device software (or only those components you

manually selected via the Customize option).

The Cisco Software Upgrade Utility informs you whether or not the upgrade is successful.

Note When the upgrade is complete, the Cisco device automatically resets itself and starts

operation with the new software version.

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This section describes the following topics:

• Unit RS-232 9-Pin Serial Port on the 3545 MCU, page 4-1

• 9-Pin Serial Port Terminal Cable on the 3545 MCU, page 4-2

• RJ-45 8-Pin IP Network Port on the 3545 MCU, page 4-2

• Circuit Switch Network Port on the 3545 MCU, page 4-3

Unit RS-232 9-Pin Serial Port on the 3545 MCU

Table 4-1 describes the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis RS-232 9-pin D-type serial port

pin-out configuration.

Table 4-1 RS-232 9-pin D-Type Serial Port Pin-out

Pin Function I/O

1NC

2 RXD Input

3 TXD Output

4NC

5GND

6NC

7NC

8NC

9NC

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9-Pin Serial Port Terminal Cable on the 3545 MCU

Table 4-2 describes the pin-to-pin configuration of the RS-232 terminal cable provided with the

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis.

Table 4-2 RS-232 Terminal Cable Pin-to-Pin Configuration

To Chassis (DB-9 Male) Function To PC Terminal (DB-9 Female)

2TXD3

3RXD2

5GND5

RJ-45 8-Pin IP Network Port on the 3545 MCU

Table 4-3 describes the pin-out configuration of the RJ-45 IP network port.

Table 4-3 Pin-out Configuration of the RJ-45 IP Network Port

Pin Function I/O

1 TXD+ Output

2 TXD+ Output

3 RXD+ Input

4NC

5NC

6 RXD- Input

7NC

8NC

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Circuit Switch Network Port on the 3545 MCU

Table 4-4 describes the circuit switch network port RJ-45 connector pin-out configuration.

Table 4-4 ISDN Port RJ-45 Connector Pin-out

Pin Function

1 RXD +

2 RXD -

3NC

4TXD +

5TXD -

6NC

7NC

8NC

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Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Technical Specifications

This section provides technical specifications for the .

Technical Specifications Table for the 3545 MCU

Table 5-1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis Technical Specifications

Chassis Dimensions • Height: 2U (3.5 inches or 88.9 mm)

• Width: 17.25 inches (438.15 mm)

• Depth: 10 inches (254 mm)

• Weight: 8 kg (17.64 lbs) empty, 11 kg (24.25 lbs) full—may vary

according to configuration

Element Board Dimensions

RTM Board Dimensions

System Monitoring LED Indicators

• Width: 9.19 inches (233.35 mm)

• Depth: 6.3 inches (160 mm)

• Width: 9.19 inches (233.35 mm)

• Depth: 3.15 inches (80 mm)

• POWER

• ALARM

• FAN

• TEMP

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Table 5-1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis Technical Specifications (continued)

Board LED Indicators

Front panel

Rear panel (Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 35 45 PRI Gateway)

Rear panel (Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 35 45 Serial Gateway)

Push Buttons

Communication Interfaces

Front panel

Rear panel (Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 35 45 PRI Gateway)

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• ETHERNET:

–

Link

–

Connection Speed

• GK Reg

• CPU High (MCU only)

• CD (gateways only)

• ALARM

• ACT

• MC (EMP only)

• PRI 1 or 2:

–

ACT

–

D-Ch

–

ALRM

• PORT 1 to 4:

–

ACT

–

ALARM

• RST (front panel)

• Ethernet 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiate speed select

• Asynchronous serial port RS-232 connected via 9-pin D-type connector

• 2 x ISDN E1/T1 PRI port:

–

T1 mode

Channels: 23B + 1D

Clock rate: 1.544 Mbps

Framing: F4, F12, ESF no CRC, ESF, F72

Encoding: NRZ, AMI-B7, B8ZS

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Line impedance: 100Ω

–

E1 mode

Channels: 30B + 1D

Clock rate: 2.048 Mbps

Framing: Double framing, CRC4, Extended CRC4

Encoding: NRZ, CMI, AMI, HDB3

Line impedance: 120Ω

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Table 5-1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis Technical Specifications (continued)

Technical Specifications Table for the 3545 MCU

Rear panel (Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 35 45 Serial Gateway)

Chipset

Operating System

Memory

Failsafe

Power supply

Ventilation Fans

• 4 x serial ports

• PowerPC MPC7410 32-bit RISC microprocessor running at 500MHz.

• MPC8260 communication processor running at 300/200MHz.

• RTOS, V xWor ks 5.4

• 32 MB on-board flash memory for field upgrades

• 2 MB L-2 Cache at 250MHz

• 128 MB SDRAM

• Watchdog timer built in

• Dual power supply units

• Full redundancy

• Power on/alarm LED on each unit.

• Input 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, autoswitched

• Output + 3.3VDC, + 5VDC, ± 12VDC

• Maximum power load 300W

• 2 fan units

• Brushless 12V DC motor

• Locked rotor detection

• Polarity protection

• Auto-restart capability

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Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Safety

This section describes the following topics:

• Electrical Safety for the 3545 MCU, page 6-1

• ESD Procedures for the 3545 MCU, page 6-2

Electrical Safety for the 3545 MCU

To avoid an electric shock or damage to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System, servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel only.

To reduce the risk of damaging power surges, Cisco recommends installing an AC surge arrestor in the AC outlet from which the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System is powered.

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Warning

Grounding

Changes or modifications to the device that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

There is a danger of explosion if the cPCI board battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with the same type, or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries only according to manufacturer instructions.

The power cable of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System should only be connected to a power outlet that has a protective earth contact. Do not use an extension cord that does not have a protective conductor (ground). The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis can become dangerous if you interrupt any of the protective conductors (grounding) or disconnect any of the protective earth terminals.

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ESD Procedures for the 3545 MCU

High Voltage

Disconnect the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 chassis from the power line before removing the cover. Avoid any adjustment, maintenance, or repair of an opened chassis under voltage. These actions should only be carried out by a skilled person who is aware of the dangers involved. Capacitors inside the chassis may still be charged, even if the unit has been disconnected from the power source.

Power Supply

Caution Risk of electric shock and energy hazard. Disconnecting one power supply disconnects only

one power supply module. To isolate the unit completely, disconnect all power supplies.

ESD Procedures for the 3545 MCU

To prevent damage to Cisco element boards by random electrostatic discharge (ESD), the use of wrist straps is highly recommended.

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This section describes the following topics:

• Safety Compliance for the 3545 MCU, page 7-1

• EMC for the 3545 MCU, page 7-1

• Telecom for the 3545 MCU, page 7-2

• Environmental Compliance for the 3545 MCU, page 7-4

Safety Compliance for the 3545 MCU

This section lists the safety standards supported by the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System.

• UL 60950

• CSA C22.2 No. 60950

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• EN 60950

• TS 001

• AS/NZS 60950

• IEC 60950

EMC for the 3545 MCU

This section lists the EMC compliance for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System.

• FCC Part 15 (CFR 47) Class A

• ICES-003 Class A

• EN 55022 Class A

• CISPR22 Class A

• AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A

• VCCI Class A

• CISPR24

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• EN 55024

• EN 50082-1

• EN 61000-3-2

• EN 61000-3-3

• EN 61000-6-1

Warning

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

FCC Part 15 Notice

This section provides RF interference information for the user.

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 one’s own expense.

Warning

Changes or modifications to the device that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Telecom for the 3545 MCU

This section lists standards compliance for products that connect to ISDN lines.

• Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA) Customer Information.

• Canadian Department of Communications Notice.

• CE CTR3

• CE CTR4

ACTA Customer Information

Step 1 This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules, and the requirement adopted by the ACTA. On

the cover of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX, made out to CLPISR-45023-DW-N. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

Step 2 Applicable registration jack USOCs (Universal Service Order Codes) for the equipment is RJ48C.

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Step 3 A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must

comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See Installation Instructions for details.

Step 4 If the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System equipment causes harm to the telephone network,

the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

Step 5 The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that

could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

Step 6 If trouble is experienced with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 System equipment, for repairs

or warranty information please contact your Cisco representative for information on service or repairs. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

Step 7 Only Cisco Systems, Inc. qualified service personnel may repair the equipment.

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Canadian Department of Communications Notice

The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above condition may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to some certified equipment should be made by an authorized maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe platform, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

Warning

Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate E1/T1/PRI electric inspection authority, or appropriate E1/T1/PRI electrician.

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Cisco complies with the following EU Directives:

• Restrictions on the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2002/95/EC

• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC

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Environmental Compliance for the 3545 MCU

Cisco complies with the following EU Directives:

• Restrictions on the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2002/95/EC

• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC

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Numerics

19-inch rack 2-4

mount chassis 2-4

9-pin serial port 2-2

ACT LED See LED indicators

Administrator interface

Advanced Configuration menu 2-11, 2-16

ALRM LED See LED indicators

architecture

audio

codecs

auto-boot 2-8

1-6

1-3

1-2, 2-18

audio transcoding

video 1-4

communication interfaces 5-2

communication settings 2-9

Conference Control interface 1-2

Configuration menu 2-8

Continuous Presence 1-4

1-3

data collaboration 1-4

DB-9 2-2

DTMF 1-4

dual-screen video 1-4

Duo Video 1-4

duplex parameters 2-10, 2-16

boot configuration menu 2-8

cables

RJ-45 8-pin IP network port

RS-232 9-pin serial port 4-1

cascaded conferences 1-7

Certifications

EMC

Telecom 7-2

chassis dimensions 5-1

chipset 5-3

codecs

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4-2

element board dimensions 5-1

EMC 7-1

encryption 1-4

Ethernet

cable

connector 2-2

port 2-2

speed 2-10, 2-16

Ethernet LEDS See LED indicators

2-4

failsafe 5-3

flat capacity 1-2

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front panel

components

2-2

MCU module 2-2

video processing module 2-2

GK LED See LED indicators

global user name

2-12

H.235 1-3

H.239 1-3, 1-4

H.243 1-4

High Definition 1-5

initial configuration

MCU module

video processing module 2-13

initialization 2-8

installation procedures

access administrator interface

change advanced configuration settings 2-16

change configuration software password 2-13, 2-15

change global user name 2-12

change LAN port settings 2-16

change MCU IP address 2-14

change MCU unit IP address 2-16

change password 2-9, 2-12

change security level 2-15

configure default network port values 2-9, 2-13

configure IP address for MCU unit 2-9

configure IP address for video processing module 2-14

configure network security level 2-9, 2-14

configure web server 2-16

2-8

2-18

configure web server port 2-16

connect to the serial port 2-8

connect unit to the LAN 2-13, 2-17

disable DSP reset 2-16

display Advanced Configuration menu 2-14

display advanced configuration menu 2-9

insert module into chassis 2-6

mount chassis in a 19-inch rack 2-4

restore factory configuration 2-16

restore factory settings 2-16

save network configuration settings 2-17

set default network properties 2-14

set duplex parameters 2-10

set Ethernet speed 2-10

using the setup wizard 2-19

interoperability 1-3

IP address

change for MCU unit

2-16

configure for MCU unit 2-9

configure for video processing module 2-14

IVR 1-4

LAN cable 2-4

layouts

Continuous Presence

1-4

LED indicators 2-2

board 5-2

system monitoring 5-1

Main menu 2-13, 2-15, 2-16, 2-17

MC LED See LED indicators

memory

multi-view See dual-screen video

5-3

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Netscape Navigator 2-20

Network Configuration menu 2-9, 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13, 2-14

online help 2-20

Netscape Navigator 2-20

operating system 5-3

optional no self see 1-4

package contents 2-4

password 2-12

change configuration software password 2-15

pin-out configuration

RJ-45 IP network port

RS-232 9-pin D-type serial port 4-1

pin-to-pin configuration

RS-232 terminal cable

ports

RJ-45 IP

RS-232 9-pin serial 4-1

power supply 5-3

privacy 1-4

protocols 1-3

push buttons 5-2

4-2

RST button 5-2

RTM board dimensions 5-1

Safety

compliance

electrical 6-1

ESD procedures 6-2

security 1-4

change security level 2-15

self-view 1-4

serial connector 2-2

setup wizard 2-19

Software Upgrade Utility 2-13

software upgrade utility procedures

install and launch

use utility 3-2

summary of features 1-2

SWAP RDY LED See LED indicators

7-1

3-1

T.120 1-4

Telecom 7-2

terminal cable 2-8, 2-9

topologies 1-7

top slot 2-5

transcoding 1-3

remote control 1-4

remote web-based monitoring and management 2-18

reset button 2-2

RJ-45 2-2

RS-232 terminal cable 2-8, 2-9

RST 2-2

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user types 1-2

administrators 1-2

chair controllers 1-2

conference participants 1-2

operators 1-2

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video

codec

1-4

coding 1-4

formats 1-4

video processing card 1-5

video quality 1-2, 1-4

web-based management and control 1-3

web interface 2-18

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Cisco 3545 MCU User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CONTENTS

Preface

Purpose

Audience

Organization

Document Conventions

Obtaining Documentation

Cisco.com

Product Documentation DVD

Ordering Documentation

Documentation Feedback

Cisco Product Security Overview

Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products

Product Alerts and Field Notices

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco Technical Support & Documentation Website

Submitting a Service Request

Definitions of Service Request Severity

Obtaining Additional Publications and Information

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Functionality

Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Users

Administrators

Chair Controllers and Operators

Conference users

Main Features of the 3545 MCU

Port Capacities of the 3545 MCU

About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Architecture

About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Topologies

Centralized Topology

Cascaded Conferences

Installing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU and EMP Modules

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Module

Preparing to Install the 3545 MCU

Verifying the Package Contents of the 3545 MCU

Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 Chassis in a 19-inch Rack

Installing the 3545 MCU and EMP

Removing the 3545 MCU and EMP

Initial 3545 MCU Configuration

Connecting to a PC

Setting the IP Address

Setting Ethernet Speed and Duplex Parameters

Setting a TFTP Server

Changing the Global User Name and Password

Initial 3545 EMP Configuration

Connecting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU to the LAN

Upgrading Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Software

Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 EMP Main Menu

Setting the IP Address

Changing the Configuration Software Password

Changing the Security Level

Pointing the EMP to the Controlling MCU

Changing Advanced Configuration Settings

Saving Network Configuration Settings

Connecting the EMP to the LAN

Accessing the 3545 MCU Administrator Interface

Using the 3545 MCU Setup Wizard

Registering the Online Help for the 3545 MCU

Netscape Navigator Users

Introduction

Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility

Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility

Upgrading Software

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Cable Connections and Pin-outs

Unit RS-232 9-Pin Serial Port on the 3545 MCU

9-Pin Serial Port Terminal Cable on the 3545 MCU

RJ-45 8-Pin IP Network Port on the 3545 MCU

Circuit Switch Network Port on the 3545 MCU

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications Table for the 3545 MCU

Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU Safety

Electrical Safety for the 3545 MCU

Grounding

ESD Procedures for the 3545 MCU

High Voltage