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COLLABORATE® PRO 600 USER GUIDE

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COLLABORATE Pro

USER GUIDE CLEARONE DOCUMENT

DOC-0156-001 REV 1.1 – Sept. 2016

© 2016 ClearOne Inc. - All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced in any form or by any means without written permission from ClearOne. Printed in the United States of America. ClearOne reserves specific privileges.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

NOTICE: This Class A device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Canadian ICES-003. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference

received,

including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1: Introduction .................................................................................................................. 6

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................... 6

COLLABORATE PRO 600 OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................... 6

MAIN FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................................... 8

COMPARISON TABLE .............................................................................................................................................. 9

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Chapter 2: Getting Started ........................................................................................................... 10

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 10

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................................................................................... 10

NAVIGATION ARROWS AND ADDITIONAL BUTTONS ......................................................................................... 12

USING THE ON-SCREEN MENU ........................................................................................................................... 13

SYSTEM ICONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 15

DISPLAYING SYSTEM INFORMATION ................................................................................................................. 16

COLLABORATE SETUP ......................................................................................................................................... 18

Chapter 3: Configuration .......................................................................................................... 22

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 22

CONFIGURING THE AUDIO ................................................................................................................................... 22

CONFIGURING THE CAMERA ............................................................................................................................... 24

CONFIGURING MULTIPLE CAMERAS .................................................................................................................. 25

CONTROLLING MULTIPLE CAMERAS ................................................................................................................. 26

CONFIGURING THE DISPLAY ............................................................................................................................... 26

SERIAL PORT ......................................................................................................................................................... 27

LAN SETTINGS ....................................................................................................................................................... 29

Wi-Fi SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................................................... 30

SOFTWARE UPDATES ........................................................................................................................................... 31

Chapter 4: Video Collaboration ................................................................................................... 32

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 32

STARTING LAN CALLS .......................................................................................................................................... 32

AUTO-ANSWERING CALLS ................................................................................................................................... 33

ENDING CALLS ....................................................................................................................................................... 33

MUTING THE VIDEO .............................................................................................................................................. 34

SWITCHING CALL VIEW MODES .......................................................................................................................... 34

USING PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) MODES ....................................................................................................... 34

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CALL STATE INDICATIONS ................................................................................................................................... 36

USING CALL TONES .............................................................................................................................................. 37

RECORDING AND STREAMING ............................................................................................................................ 38

DATA SHARING ...................................................................................................................................................... 40

USING MULTICASTING .......................................................................................................................................... 44

Chapter 5: Quick Dialing Methods .............................................................................................. 46

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 46

USING THE CONTACTS ......................................................................................................................................... 46

USING THE RECENT CALLS ................................................................................................................................. 48

USING DIRECTORY ............................................................................................................................................... 49

USING SPONTANIA CONTACTS ........................................................................................................................... 49

Chapter 6: Advanced Settings .................................................................................................... 50

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 50

ADMIN SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................. 51

DIRECTORY PROPERTIES .................................................................................................................................... 52

H.323 PROTOCOL SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................... 53

SIP PROTOCOL SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................... 56

MULTICAST SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................... 57

RECORD COLLABORATE PRO INTO STANDARD NAS ...................................................................................... 59

FIREWALL SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................ 60

SPONTANIA SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................................... 61

Chapter 7: General Settings ........................................................................................................ 62

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 62

CALL SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................................................... 62

MCU SETTINGS

RECORDING SETTINGS ........................................................................................................................................ 64

STREAMING SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................................... 65

PRESENTATION SETTINGS

PREFERENCE SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................................... 68

SECURITY SETTINGS ............................................................................................................................................ 69

...................................................................................................................................................... 63

.................................................................................................................................. 67

Chapter 8: Spontania .................................................................................................................. 70

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 70

STARTING / JOINING A SPONTANIA MEETING .................................................................................................. 70

SPONTANIA SETTINGS ......................................................................................................................................... 71

PRESENTATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 75

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PARTICIPANTS ....................................................................................................................................................... 76

END MEETING ........................................................................................................................................................ 77

Chapter 9: Web Access and Management ............................................................................... 78

IN THIS CHAPTER .................................................................................................................................................. 78

ACCESSING COLLABORATE PRO VIA BROWSER ............................................................................................. 78

VIEWING A STREAM SESSION ............................................................................................................................. 79

VIEWING A MULTICAST VIDEO COLLABORATION ............................................................................................ 80

DOWNLOADING COLLABORATE SHARE ............................................................................................................ 80

IMPORTING/EXPORTING THE LICENSE .............................................................................................................. 81

VIEWING THE RECORDING ARCHIVE ................................................................................................................. 82

SENDING RUNNING TEXT IN A CALL .................................................................................................................. 83

VIEWING CALL STATUS ........................................................................................................................................ 84

PERFORMING SYSTEM UPGRADE ...................................................................................................................... 85

PERFORMING SYSTEM BACKUP ......................................................................................................................... 85

PERFORMING SYSTEM RESTORE FROM BACKUP FILE .................................................................................. 87

PERFORMING SYSTEM RESTORE FROM FTP ................................................................................................... 88

ACCESS TO SYSTEM RECOVERY WITH USB DEVICE ...................................................................................... 90

Chapter 10: Telnet Commands .................................................................................................. 91

ENABLING THE TELNET API ................................................................................................................................. 91

DESCRIPTIONS OF THE TELNET API (COLLABORATE PRO) ........................................................................... 91

Starting an API Session using an RS-232 (COM 2) Interface ................................................................................. 95

DESCRIPTIONS OF THE TELNET API (SPONTANIA) .......................................................................................... 95

Chapter 11: Specifications ..................................................................................................... 98

Chapter 12: Network Requirements ........................................................................................101

IN THIS CHAPTER ................................................................................................................................................ 101

SYSTEM PLACED IN THE DMZ: .......................................................................................................................... 101

SYSTEM PLACED IN LAN: ................................................................................................................................... 101

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Chapter 1: Introduction

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter introduces the COLLABORATE Pro 600 video collaboration system and includes the following sections:

COLLABORATE Pro 600 Overview Main Features Comparison Table Feature Highlights

COLLABORATE PRO 600 OVERVIEW

The COLLABORATE Pro (COLLABORATE Pro 600) is an all-in-one high- definition executive videoconferencing system, featuring an embedded MCU, built-in recording capability, streaming of live and recorded sessions, data sharing, and more.

COLLABORATE Pro provides an interface to videoconferencing via its plug-and-play application-in-a-box, providing on-screen operation controls and advanced call control options during conferencing. Utilizing the newest H.264 video standard and clear, crisp audio, the COLLABORATE Pro brings users face-to-face with other people and organizations.

COLLABORATE Pro enables you to record and stream video calls to multiple locations with up to 8 additional participants.

COLLABORATE Pro incorporates advanced data sharing capabilities, allowing you to turn any videoconference into a fully interactive meeting. It can display presentations or videos on large monitors, connect to an external laptop for data sharing, and open various file types from USB storage devices.

COLLABORATE Pro is ideal for users who need a powerful videoconference solution, offering point-to-point/multipoint capabilities, powered by ClearOne’s COLLABORATE Pro software.

Various accessories, such as a PTZ camera, ClearOne CHAT 150C Mic Array and DataPoint– can be installed and integrated as part of the COLLABORATE Pro system.

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NOTES:

For more information about the COLLABORATE Pro 600 physical

installation, including the connection of cables and devices to COLLABORATE Pro 600, refer to the COLLABORATE Pro 600 Quick Setup Guide.

For the complete technical specifications, refer to the COLLABORATE Pro 600

datasheet.

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MAIN FEATURES

COLLABORATE Pro allows you to call a destination via LAN, and to interact via video and data-sharing during calls. Some of the primary capabilities of the system include:

Point-to-point or multipoint connections Recording, streaming, and data sharing Recording and playback of point-to-point and multipoint (MCU based) sessions Streaming via a Web interface, Windows Media Player or VLC player Sharing files via a USB flash drive Sharing data via Collaborate share

Sharing cable-connected laptop or wireless via network.

Access files on a USB flash drive while in idle mode Side-by-side Picture-In-Picture (PIP) view Session multicast Embedded MCU for multipoint sessions Embedded multicast viewer Calling via Contacts or Recent calls Calling via online directories Calling Via URI Multipoint videoconferences support Configurable audio, video and displays, and automatic answering Display on-screen running text to all participants via Web management during a call Support ClearOne CHAT 150C Mic Array Far End mute indicator Telnet interface Communicating in standalone mode, COLLABORATE Central mode and gatekeeper

mode Turn unit into sleep mode and wake it up using the remote control Web-based management Regulatory Compliance: UL, CSA (cUL), TUV, TUV-CB, CE-LVD, CE, FCC Class B,

BSMi, VCCI, C-Tick, RoHS.

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COMPARISON TABLE

COLLABORATE Pro 300 Series

COLLABORATE Pro 600 Series

COLLABORATE Pro 900 Series

Max Tx

1080/30

1080/60

Max Rx

1080/60

MCU

Up to 1+8

Recording

- √ √

Streaming

- √ √

Data via USB

√ (Only on idle mode)

√ √ DataPoint (Optional)

√ √ √

Wireless Data

√ √ √

Multiple Cameras

- √ √

Bandwidth

Up to 4 Mbps

Up to 6 Mbps

H.239 Dual Video support

√ √ √

PTZ camera

√ √ √

Balanced Audio

- √ √

Audio Device

CHAT 150C

CHAT 150C Mic Array

CONVERGE Pro

The following table specifies the differences between the various models of COLLABORATE Pro.

Notes:

The display resolution must be set to 1920x1080 when the

received resolution is 1080. Otherwise you may encounter video issues.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

New features incorporated in COLLABORATE Pro 600 and 900 include:

New sleek design Dual HDMI input with the following modes of operation:

o 2 cameras o 1 camera & 1 laptop o 2 cameras (one at a time) and laptop via DataPoint

Balanced audio in/out RF Remote control – install the unit in a closet SSD Storage for faster operation and added resiliency

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Chapter 2: Getting Started

IN THIS CHAPTER

Once the COLLABORATE Pro unit is installed, connected and turned on, it is ready for use. This chapter describes the following basic operations:

Using the Remote Control Using the On-Screen Menu System Icons Displaying System Information

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

You can navigate the COLLABORATE Pro on-screen graphic user interface (GUI) using the RF remote control, bundled with the unit.

Pressing any button on the remote control activates the on-screen GUI, which appears on top of the camera / videoconference picture.

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The remote control includes the following button types:

Button Image

Button Name

Command

Power

Turn system into sleep mode Wake up system

Status

Display the system information Display the current call status

Show the on-screen online help

Data

Open presentation menu

Phone Book

Open the phone book

Input

Switch between camera input Change wireless main sender

Far End

Control the position (PTZ) of the camera at the near/far end

Player Controller

Control recordings on idle mode.

Preset: Recall

Recall a camera PTZ preset position

Preset: Set

Set a camera PTZ preset position

Picture-In-Picture (PIP)

Toggle the PIP position (5 positions + Side-bySide)

Change wireless layout

Alphanumeric Keypad Command Buttons Navigation arrows and Additional Buttons

ALPHANUMERIC KEYPAD

The remote control includes an alphanumeric keypad with buttons from 0 to 9. In the Dot button you can find the following signs: '.'',', '*', '#', '^', '@', '$', ':', '=', '-', '_', '!' etc. In addition, Clear button to erase entered characters.

In different windows, you can toggle between numbers and letters, depending on the field. Some fields accept numbers only.

Switch between letters and numbers by pressing a few times on the corresponding key When DTMF dialing is requested, use the numeric keypad.

COMMAND BUTTONS

The following command buttons are available on the remote control:

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Button Name

Command

Recent Calls

Display the current Recent Calls

Mute Mic

Mute the local microphone

Recording

Start \ Stop recording

Streaming

Start \ Stop streaming

Settings

Open the settings menu

Mute Video

Temporarily disable the local video camera and its transmission

Delete

Delete characters Delete recording

White Board

Open Spontania white board

Navigation Arrows

NAVIGATION ARROWS AND ADDITIONAL BUTTONS

Using the Navigation arrows of the OK button, you can navigate the GUI menus/options in four directional movements: Up, Down, Left and Right.

In addition to the Navigation arrows, the following buttons are available around it:

Back – Returns to the previous step/window without saving changes Menu/OK – Selects/activates a highlighted GUI item/function (highlighted in orange on

the screen)

Zoom In/Out – Zooms in or out with the camera Make Call – Start a new call End Call – End the current call or close the GUI.

NOTE: The red End Call button can also be used for turning off or restarting the unit. Press and hold the button until the power confirmation prompt appears.

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USING THE ON-SCREEN MENU

The on-screen menu enables you to navigate COLLABORATE Pro options prior to and during a videoconference call. The main menu is accessed using the remote control (see Using the Remote Control).

To display the COLLABORATE Pro main menu:

Press OK on the remote control.

Navigate the COLLABORATE Pro menu using the remote control. To expand menu options:

Press the up arrow () on the Navigation arrows when the expandable option is

selected.

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GUI Button

Label

Function

Save changes

Back

Return to the previous window without saving changes

Apply

Apply changes

Restore Defaults

Cancels all user-defined settings and returns the unit to its factory default settings

Open

Open the selected folder/file

To access a category/option:

Press OK when the category/option is selected (highlighted in orange).

To collapse the menu options:

Press Back on the remote control.

The following menu buttons may appear occasionally in the GUI (appear in the context of use):

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SYSTEM ICONS

Icon Image

Meaning

Mute Speaker

Mute Microphone

Far End Microphone Mute

No Network

Far End Camera Control (FECC)

Do Not Disturb

Central Registration

Central Registration Failed

Gatekeeper Registration

Gatekeeper Registration Failed

MCU Voice-Switch Layout Multicast

Streaming

Recording

Recoding paused

Far End Recording

Encrypted Call

Audio Only Call

SIP Registration

SIP Registration Failed

The following icons indicate the different behaviors of the system.

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DISPLAYING SYSTEM INFORMATION

Whenever the COLLABORATE Pro unit is turned on, you can view the system status details. Different details are displayed when the unit is in idle state or in an ongoing videoconference session.

To display the current system status details:

Press Status ( ) on the remote control. The Status window appears.

When COLLABORATE Pro is in the idle state, the Status window displays the following information:

System ID – System ID as defined in the system settings (see Preference Settings) System Model – COLLABORATE Pro model Software Version – Software version of the COLLABORATE Pro application.

License Installed – COLLABORATE features that available with the installed license.

Server – The current operation mode:

o Not registered – The unit is not connected to a COLLABORATE Central server or a

gatekeeper.

o COLLABORATE Central – The unit is connected to a COLLABORATE Central

server

o Gatekeeper – The unit is connected to a gatekeeper server.

o SIP Proxy – The unit is connected to a SIP proxy server.

Serial Number – The unit unique serial number. MAC Address – MAC address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit

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IP Address – IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit, as automatically assigned by the DHCP server or as manually configured via Settings>System>LAN. You can use this IP Address to access and manage the unit via a browser (see Accessing COLLABORATE Pro via Browser)

NOTE: During a videoconference call, you can display additional/different relevant information by selecting Call Status / Call Statistics in the Status window.

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COLLABORATE SETUP

When system is loaded for the first time (after restore defaults), the setup wizard is displayed on screen in order to configure the basic settings:

1. General:

Name – System name used to identify the system when using DNS dialing. Language – Select the desired language for the user interface. Click Apply.

(A system restart is required after changing the system

Select Next.

Time Zone – Select your country time zone. Time – If not already set, enter the current time. Date – If not already set, enter the current date.

language.)

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2. Network:

Obtain Address from DHCP Server – Select the checkbox to obtain an IP Address

Select Next.

from a DHCP server.

IP Address – Set the IP Address for this system. If using a DHCP server, the

address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

Subnet Mask – Set the subnet mask number for your network. If using a DHCP

server, the address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

Default Gateway – Set the IP Address of the default gateway router. If using a

DHCP server, the address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

Obtain DNS Automatically – Use the DHCP server to decide your DNS server

address. If you do not select Obtain address from DHCP server, fill in the following fields:

o DNS Server – Set the IP Address of the DNS server. If using a DHCP server, the

o Additional DNS Server – Alternative DNS server, to be used in case the first

o DNS Suffix – Set the DNS domain suffix to be used by this system.

Ethernet Speed – Displays the network interface speed.

address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

DNS server defined can’t supply the needed services.

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3. Proxy:

Enter your organization proxy server address. For any assistance use your organization’s network manager.

4. License:

Activate Spontania license by following the instructions:

1. Open web browser and navigate to http://activation.spontania.com.

2. If your company doesn’t have a Spontania account, choose ‘No’ option.

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3. Fill the required fields in order to create a new administrator account to activate Spontania license, and press ‘Activate’.

4. ‘Spontnaia license is activated’ message will appear and you can use your Spontania application.

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Chapter 3: Configuration

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter explains the basic configuration options and includes the following sections:

Configuring the Audio Configuring the Camera Configuring Multiple Cameras Controlling Multiple Cameras

Configuring the Display Serial Port Configuring LAN Configuring the Wi-Fi Updates

CONFIGURING THE AUDIO

The audio input/output must be configured so that you will be able to hear and be heard properly in videoconferences.

To access the audio settings:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Using the remote control’s Navigation arrows, select Settings> System>Audio. The Audio Settings window appears.

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To configure the audio settings:

3. In the Audio Settings window, set the following properties of the selected audio input.

USB devices can be used if the system supports external USB hardware.

 Audio Input – Select CHAT 150C Mic Array to be your audio input device.  Audio Output – Select a playback device from the list

o Play – This button plays a recorded audio for use in setting output levels. Adjust

the desired volume level (using the volume keys) for your audio output device.

 Microphone Level – Adjust the microphone sensitivity level in percentage (%)  Acoustic Echo Cancellation – Select the check box to prevent echo. Disable when

echo cancellation is supported by an external device.

 Digital Display Audio Delay – Select the audio delay when audio is being played

through a digital display connected to the system through the HDMI port. If the internal sound card or Balanced Audio card is used, the audio delay should be disabled. The default value is 30.

Note: The audio of the COLLABORATE Pro system must be optimized for the outputs used and the room in which it is used. For best audio performance, ClearOne recommends using Balanced Audio or Line output to a mixer or amplifier. HDMI audio to a monitor is also supported, but monitor speakers are usually lower quality.

Optimizing for Balanced and Line Audio Outputs

Connect to either a set of amplified speakers or a mixer using the Line output or Balanced Audio connections. Set the COLLABORATE Pro Volume to 50%. Play the sample audio by pressing the Play button. Use the external amplifier or mixer to adjust the volume within the room to a comfortable level.

Afterward, the COLLABORATE Pro audio control can be used to increase/decrease the audio to a desired level during sessions.

Optimizing for HDMI Audio with Beamforming Microphone Array

Using the COLLABORATE Pro with the Beamforming Microphone Array with the HMDI output to monitor speakers requires adjustment for audio levels and echo cancellation.

Volume

After attaching the HDMI output to the monitor, set the COLLABORATE Pro Volume to 50%, then play the sample audio by pressing the Play button. Use the monitor audio adjustment to set the volume within the room to a comfortable level. Afterward, the COLLABORATE Pro audio control can be used to increase/decrease the audio to a desired level during sessions.

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Delay

The HDMI connection must have a signal delay setting to allow the echo cancellation to operate effectively. Initially, set the Audio Delay in the COLLABORATE Pro Settings>System>Audio>Digital Display Audio Delay control to 50 msec. (Range is 0 to 120 msec.) Then, while making a call, adjust delay up or down in 10 msec increments until the audio echo is no longer heard.

4. Select Apply.

CONFIGURING THE CAMERA

Before you begin videoconferencing, you need to make sure that the cameras connected to the COLLABORATE Pro are properly configured. Cameras are configured via the Camera Settings window.

To access the camera settings:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Using the remote control’s Navigation arrows, select Settings > System > Camera.

The Camera Settings window appears.

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To configure the camera settings:

1. In the Camera Settings window, select the correct options from the Source.

2. Optional: Set the percentage (%) of Color, Contrast, Brightness, and Hue. You can leave

the default settings of these parameters unchanged.

3. Select the correct option from the Camera Model.

4. Select the Allow Far End Camera Control (FECC) check box to enable the

remote side to control your camera (unavailable when working with SIP).

5. Select Apply to apply the changes without leaving this window, or select OK (in the

GUI) to save the changes and close the Camera Settings window.

CONFIGURING MULTIPLE CAMERAS

The COLLABORATE Pro system can work with two cameras connected. In order to use this functionality, configure it in the Camera Settings menu.

• Configure the main camera as HDMI 1.

• Configure the secondary camera as HDMI 2.

If you are in a session and the remote side is using two cameras, select the Far End button on remote control, and then select the input button to switch between remote cameras.

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CONFIGURING CAMERA CONNECTED TO HDMI VIDEO 1 AND LAPTOP SHARING THRU HDMI VIDEO 2

Connect the main camera to HDMI input 1 and connect the laptop to HDMI input 2

CONFIGURING DUAL CAMERAS CONNECTED TO HDMI 1 AND HDMI 2 AND DATA SHARING THRU DATAPOINT

Connect the main camera to HDMI input 1 connect the second camera to HDMI input 2. Connect the DataPoint to a free USB 3.0 port.

CONTROLLING MULTIPLE CAMERAS

Connect main camera to HDMI 1 and secondary camera to HDMI 2. There are two options to control both cameras:

1. Connect Camera 1 to COM 1 and Camera 2 to COM 2. In serial port settings choose

“Camera Control”.

2. Connect Camera 1 to COM 1. Connect Camera 2 to Camera 1 via VISCA cable. In serial port

settings choose “Serial Control”. These settings will turn Daisy Chain Cameras on.

CONFIGURING THE DISPLAY

The display settings determine the method by which video is displayed on the screen. Adjust the display settings depending on the room you are using for videoconferencing and on your distance from the screen.

NOTE: The term “screen” refers to any type of monitor you are

To access the display settings:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Using the remote control’s Navigation arrows, select Settings>System > Display.

The Display Settings window appears.

using (LED, LCD, and so on).

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To configure the basic display settings:

1. Display Mode (Configured automatically) –

o Single Mode – Both videoconference parties are displayed on a single screen. o Dual Mode – Conferences are displayed on two screens.

NOTE: Incoming resolution in dual mode is limited to 1080@30.

Display Remote on Main – When using multiple monitors, display the remote side on

the main display. Uncheck to display the remote on the secondary monitor.

Device and Resolution – Select an option from the lists. Keep Aspect Ratio – Select this option to keep the original aspect ratio on screens

that have different aspect ratio.

Secondary Display Used For Data Only – Select to use secondary monitor only

when data is sent / received.

2. Click OK.

SERIAL PORT

Configure the COM 2 port. It can be connected to the second camera and control its PTZ or it can be connected to external management device.

To access the serial port settings:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Using the remote control’s Navigation arrows, select Settings>System > Serial Port.

The Serial Port Settings window appears.

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To configure the serial port settings:

1. Serial Mode –

o Camera control – Select this option when second camera is connected to HDMI 2 and

COM 2 is connected to the camera PTZ control (RS-232 port).

o Serial Control – Select this option when COM 2 is connected to external management

unit. In this case you can control the second camera PTZ by daisy chain – connect VISCA cable between the first camera RS-232 out and the second camera RS-232 in.

NOTE: Telnet should be enabled when Serial Control is selected.

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LAN SETTINGS

In the IP Settings window you can configure TCP/IP networking parameters for COLLABORATE.

To edit system settings:

1. Select

Settings>System>LAN. The IP Settings window appears.

2. In the System Settings window, set the following options and parameters

Obtain Address from DHCP Server – Select the checkbox to obtain an IP Address from a

DHCP server.

IP Address – Set the IP Address for this system. If using a DHCP server, the

address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

Subnet Mask – Set the subnet mask number for your network. If using a DHCP server,

the address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

Default Gateway – Set the IP Address of the default gateway router. If using a

DHCP server, the address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

Obtain DNS Automatically – Use the DHCP server to decide your DNS server

address. If you do not select Obtain address from DHCP server, fill in the following fields:

o DNS Server – Set the IP Address of the DNS server. If using a DHCP server, the

address obtained from the DHCP server is displayed.

o Additional DNS Server – Alternative DNS server, to be used in case the first DNS

server defined can’t supply the needed services.

o DNS Suffix – Set the DNS domain suffix to be used by this system.

Ethernet Speed – Displays the network interface speed.

NOTE: Modify these settings only if they are required in your network.

2. Select Apply.

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Wi-Fi SETTINGS

You can use “Collaborate Share” feature via external Wi-Fi network while your system is located in the corporation LAN network.

To access the Wi-Fi settings:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Using the remote control’s Navigation arrows, select Settings>System > Wi-Fi.

The Wi-Fi Settings window appears.

To configure the Wi-Fi settings:

1. Avilable Network – List of all available Wi-Fi networks in your range. Select the

desired network you want to connect.

2. Connect Automatically – Check this option to allow auto connection to the selected

network while the network is available.

3. Connection Status – Displays the status of the Wi-Fi connection.

4. Network Name – Displays the network SSID.

5. IP Address – Displays the Wi-Fi network IP address.

6. Connection Speed – Displays the connection rate.

7. Signal Strength – Displays the Wi-Fi signal strength. For better strength, put you

Collaborate close to the router.

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Once Wi-Fi was set and connected ,verify that the “Collaborate Share” sender is located with the same Collaborate Pro Wi-Fi network. Load “Collaborate Share” sender application and select the Collaborate Pro receiver from the list.

NOTE: While connection speed or Signal Strength is low you may encounter low data quality.

NOTE: For Collaborate Pro 600 and 900, USB Wi-Fi adaptor is reqiured

SOFTWARE UPDATES

Configure automatic software updates or check for updates. To access the update settings:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Using the remote control’s Navigation arrows, select Settings>System > Update.

The Update Settings window appears.

To configure the updates settings:

1. Automatic Check For Updates – Choose this option for often update check. If an update

is available, you will get a proper message on screen and you can choose to update or not.

2. Check Now – Check for updates at this moment. If an update is available, you will get a

proper message

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Chapter 4: Video Collaboration

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter explains the video collaboration basics and options using COLLABORATE Pro, and includes the following sections:

Starting Calls Auto-Answering Calls Ending Calls Muting the Video Switching Image Modes Switching Call View Modes Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Modes Call State Indications Using Call Tones Recording and Streaming Data Sharing Using Multicasting

STARTING LAN CALLS

You can start a manual call to a network IP Address that you type in the New Call bar. To start a call using the manual dialer:

1. Select Conference > SIP / H.323 Call. The New Call bar appears.

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2. Select the type of call you want to make:

H.323 or SIP – an IP-based call via the connected local network (LAN).

3. In the Type a Number/Name field, type the IP Address to which you want to call.

Alternatively, instead of an IP Address, you can also use an Alias, E.164 number, or a DNS Address (if such are defined on your network).

To type numbers, make sure that the 123 option is selected. To type letters and numbers, make sure that the ABC option is selected.

4. Select the maximum bandwidth for the video call and press Call. For audio only call

press Audio Call.

NOTE: Audio only call bandwidth is 64 Kbps.

For video call, you can also press the Make Call (green button) on the remote control. The Calling screen appears.

When the call is answered on the far end, the system switches to the Call mode.

AUTO-ANSWERING CALLS

The auto-answer option is found in the Call Settings window (see Call Settings). When the auto-answer option is not selected and an incoming call is received, a message is

displayed on the screen. You can accept or reject the call using the buttons on the remote control or via the screen message.

NOTE: Auto-answering does not apply to MCU calls. (To configure auto-answering in MCU sessions, see MCU Settings.)

ENDING CALLS

You can disconnect the current videoconference call at any time. To end the current call:

On the remote control, press the red End Call button, – or –

Select Conference>Hang Up in the GUI and then press OK on the remote control.

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MUTING THE VIDEO

Muting during a videoconference is a preference which is selected via the remote control. When you press Mute Video during a call, the remote side sees the Mute Video BMP image,

which indicates that your video source has been mute.

SWITCHING CALL VIEW MODES

Depending on the type of screen and video interface you are using (HDMI/Display Port); a call may be displayed in single, dual or presentation mode.

SINGLE MODE

Single mode presents a single screen showing the output of the local video camera in the Picture-In-Picture (PIP) screen area (see Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Modes) and the output of the remote video camera on the main screen area.

DUAL MODE

Two screens: one showing the output of the local video camera, and a second screen showing the output of the remote video camera. When Secondary Display Used For Data Only is checked, the conference will be in a single mode. Once data is shared, the second monitor will display the data.

NOTE: Incoming resolution in dual mode is limited to 1080@30.

PRESENTATION MODE

When recordings or files are displayed in data sharing mode, the remote video is shown in a PIP area, while the recordings/files are presented on the main screen area.

USING PICTURE-IN-PICTURE (PIP) MODES

When a conference begins, the local video appears on the monitor in a small rectangular inset located in the upper left corner of the larger remote video display. This display mode is called Picture-In-Picture (PIP).

Each time you press the PIP button on the remote control, the PIP image rotates counterclockwise to the next corner of the screen. Pressing the PIP button after the PIP completes a rotation to all corners then hides the PIP image, and starts again on a subsequent button press.

The default video mode is PIP 1, in which the local caller’s video is displayed in the small

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upper-left corner, while the remote person is viewed in the large area of the screen. The other modes are:

PIP 2 – The local caller sees only the remote person. PIP 3 – The local caller is viewed in the small upper-right corner, while the remote

person is viewed in the main area of the screen. PIP 4 – The local caller is viewed in the small lower-right corner, while remote person is

viewed in the large area of the screen. PIP 5 – The local caller is viewed in the small lower-left corner, while remote person is

viewed in the large area of the screen. PIP 6 – The local caller is viewed on half the screen and the remote person is viewed on

the other half, also known as side-by-side view.

NOTE: When data is shared, the remote video and the data are displayed side by side on the screen (This option is unavilable while sharing via Collaborate Share option).

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CALL STATE INDICATIONS

GUI Icon

Indication

The current call is encrypted The local microphone is muted

The local speaker is muted

Far End mode is on (You can control the remote side camera)

Local network disconnection

Unsuccessful COLLABORATE Central registration

Successful COLLABORATE Central registration

Unsuccessful gatekeeper registration

Successful gatekeeper registration

Currently multicasting

MCU VS layout mode

Currently recording

Various call states are represented by icons on the screen when videoconferencing is taking place.

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GUI Icon

Indication

Currently streaming

Currently on Audio session.

SIP registration.

SIP Registration failed.

USING CALL TONES

When making calls the call operator can request a Password or DTMF tone to connect.

OPERATOR REQUEST FOR PASSWORD

The Operator can request you to access a conference password to proceed with the call. To enter a conference password:

Use the remote control, and press the numeric pad. The screen shows DTMF message: "DTMF signal **** sent" representing the numbers

pressed on the keypad.

OPERATOR REQUEST FOR TELEPHONE TONE

The Operator can request you to connect using a dial-tone to proceed with the call. To enter DTMF tone:

Use the remote control, dial using the numeric pad. The screen shows DTMF message: "DTMF signal **** sent" representing the numbers

pressed on the keypad.

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RECORDING AND STREAMING

The recording and playback functionality allows you to record idle, point-to-point and multipoint (MCU based) sessions, and view them at a later time. You can share the recorded file during a videoconference with the parties connected, through the recording sharing option.

Through the COLLABORATE Pro Web access system, remote users can view all previously recorded sessions and download them for later viewing with Media Player or VLC player. Alternatively, using streaming, remote users can view a live stream of whatever the camera and microphone are currently transmitting.

You can also view any previously recorded session when you are not in a call by selecting the file from the stored recordings list. For more information about the recording settings, see Recording and Streaming Settings.

START RECORDING

You can start recording a call at any point during a call or idle session. To start recording:

Select Recording>Start Recording. The message "Recording started" appears for a few seconds, and the Record icon appears for the duration of the recording.

NOTE: The Record icon ( ) appears on the remote side

to indicate that the videoconference is being recorded (legal

requirement).

participant’s

( )

PAUSE RECORDING

You can pause and resume recording at any point during a call or idle session. Pause / Resume:

Select Recording>Pause Recording. The recording icon will be changed ( )

pause button on the remote control

( )

To resume recording select Recording>Resume Recording.

STOP RECORDING

You can stop an on-going recording whenever you want. To stop recording:

Select Recording>Stop Recording. The message "Do you want to stop

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recording?" appears. Press Yes.

NOTE: When recording in idle mode (not during a

( )

videoconference), you can stop the recording by pressing the End Call button on the remote control. A confirmation message appears and requires you to select Yes.

VIEW RECORDING

You can view recordings in either of the following ways:

Via the Web interface Browse the locally saved recordings by selecting Recording> View Recordings.

NOTE: You can start recording on idle mode. In order to record video and shared data check ‘Record And Stream Data’ in recording settings.

Using The Media Controllers

You can control the player by using remote control player controllers when watching a recording on idle mode.

START STREAMING

Session streaming allows any remote system with Media Player or VLC player applications to view streaming from the COLLABORATE Pro system.

To start streaming to remote users:

Select Streaming>Start Streaming. The message "Streaming Started" appears for a few seconds, and the Streaming Icon appears for the duration of the streaming.

NOTE: Refer to Web Access and Management for information on recording and streaming via the Internet.

NOTE: You can start streaming on Idle mode. In order to stream video and shared data check ‘Record And Stream Data’ in Recording settings.

streaming button on the remote control

( )

STOP STREAMING

You can stop the streaming when it is no longer needed. To stop streaming:

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Select Streaming>Stop Streaming. The message "Do you want to stop

Streaming?" Press Yes.

streaming button on the remote control

NOTE: When streaming in idle mode (not during a

( )

videoconference), you can stop the streaming by pressing the End Call button on the remote control. A confirmation message appears and requires you to select Yes.

VIEW STREAMING

You can view the streaming in either of the following ways:

From the COLLABORATE Pro Web management application (see Web Access and Management) by clicking View Stream button on the left menu. This takes you to a page with the proper media player embedded in the webpage, displaying the ongoing session.

To watch WMV streaming on your computer, open Windows Media Player and press Ctrl+U and enter the following: http://IP_ADDRESS:PORT where IP_ADDRESS is the unit IP and the port is the streaming port (Default value is 12100).

To watch MP4 streaming on your computer open VLC player. In Media>Open URL from

clipboard enter to following: rtsp://IP_ADDRESS where IP_ADDRESS is the unit IP.

NOTE: In order to watch MP4 streaming, a VLC player should be installed on your computer.

DATA SHARING

Data Sharing can be accessed via the menu or via Data on the remote control. Data Sources are selected inside the Presentation menu. Press Data a second time to stop the data sharing.

CHOOSING THE DATA SOURCE

In order for the system to recognize data sources, you need to be connected to a USB flash drive, a laptop, Collaborate share running on your PC, or have recorded files saved locally in your system.

To choose a data source:

1. Select Presentation on the main menu. The Data Sharing menu opens.

2. Depending on the connected data sources, select either HDMI or USB or DataPoint or Wireless (if available).

3. Select Share Recording, to share your recorded file.

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CONNECTING TO A PC

Laptop computers can be connected to the COLLABORATE Pro using one of two methods:

1. Connect the laptop to HDMI Input.

2. Connect the laptop using a DataPoint device

When you select HDMI as data source, the screen switches to display the data on the screen.

CONNECTING A USB FLASH DRIVE

You can view and share files that are stored on a portable USB flash drive. To view and share files from a USB flash drive:

1. Insert a USB flash drive to one of the COLLABORATE Pro USB ports. The

message "USB device inserted" is displayed.

2. Select Presentation>USB. The File Selection window appears.

4. Select the file you want and then press OK on the remote control. The following files are supported: *.jpg, *.jpeg, *.gif, *.png, *.tiff, *.tif, *.bmp, *.wmf, *.mpg, *.mpeg, *.wmv, *.mp4, *.avi, *.pdf, *.pps, *.ppt, *.doc, *.rtf, *.xls, *.xlsx, *.pptx, *.ppsx and *.docx.

5. Select Open. The file is displayed. If the file is opened during a videoconference, it is shared with all the viewers.

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SHARING WIRELESS

You can view and share your PC desktop or any open application via network using Collaborate Share feature. To define wireless settings, please follow the Presentation settings.

To view and share wireless:

1. Download Collaborate Share application from the web interface (More information in web

section).

2. Ensure that the computer you are going to be using is connected to the network. Your

computer can be connected to corporation’s network or to external Wi-Fi network.

3. Start “Collaborate Share” Software by double-clicking on the desktop Icon .

2. Select a meeting from the meeting list and enter code number if required.

3. Choose content to be shared between desktop and all available applications.

4. Select Presentation>Wireless. Wireless data sharing is starting.

Collaborate Share CONTROLLERS

While wireless is shared, you can manage your sharing from “Collaborate Share” controllers.

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Button Image

Button Name

Command

Pause

Pause the current share

Play

Resume the paused shared

Full view

Switch the Collaborate share to full view

Compact view

Switch the Collaborate share to normal view

Spotlight

When several “Collaborate Share” are connected

to the system, use this icon to move the chosen stream into the main area

Dispaly

When several “Collaborate Share” are

connected, Use this icon to change the displayed layour

Layout

“Collaborate share” layout option: Mosaic / Full Screen / Preview

Dual display

When two monitors are connected to the unit, You can also choose which monitor will display the data.

You can also use “Collaborate Share” appliction while it is connected to Wi-Fi network and the Collaborate Pro is connected to the corporation network. (Please refer to Wi-Fi settings page number 23)

DATA SHARING ON IDLE MODE

It is possible to share data on idle. Connect PC \ Camera to HDMI or USB drive or DataPoint or Wireless sharing, and share the desired data. You can press ‘PIP’ button on the remote control in order to see your data and your main camera side-by-side.

NOTE: PIP won’t be appeared, during Collaborate share on idle.

VIEWING RECORDINGS

Recordings can be viewed when the system is idle. When opened during a videoconference, recordings are shared.

To view recorded files:

1. Select Recording>View Recordings. The Document Selection window appears.

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2. Select the recorded file you want and then press OK on the remote control.

3. Select Open. The file is displayed and if opened in a videoconference, it is shared with all

the viewers.

NOTE: To stop sharing the opened file, press Back on the remote control, or select Stop Presentation from the presentation menu.

NOTE: You can control the player by using remote control player controllers when watching a recording on idle mode.

SHARING DATA WITH AUDIO

When sharing a PC or a movie file from USB flash drive, Collaborate Pro is mixing the audio channels into one channel so the data audio as well as unit microphone could be heard. During the sharing, the volume buttons control the media volume (PC or movie) on the local side and on the remote side.

USING MULTICASTING

Session multicasting allows you to multicast your session using the multicasting networking transport technology, which allows users to send a video stream that can be received by multiple recipients, all listening on a single multicast address. Multicasting a session from your COLLABORATE Pro allows numerous passive viewers to view the session. This is typically used at lectures, or any session that passive viewers can benefit from. Multicast sessions can be viewed by all ClearOne endpoints, the free ClearOne multicast viewer, and the Apple QuickTime viewer.

You can join a multicast call as a passive participant. You can hear and see the call, but you cannot contribute to it.

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SETTING UP MULTICAST CALLS

See Multicast Settings.

JOINING A MULTICAST CALL AS A PASSIVE PARTICIPANT

To join a multicast:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Select Streaming>Join Multicast on the main menu. The Join Multicast window appears.

3. Select a multicast from the Ongoing list and press Join Multicast.

STARTING/STOPPING A MULTICAST CALL

To stop or start a multicast:

1. Press OK on the remote control. The main menu appears.

2. Select Streaming> Start (or Stop) Multicast.

NOTE: You can start multicasting on Idle mode. In order to multicast video and shared data select ‘Video And Presentation’ in Recording settings.

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Chapter 5: Quick Dialing Methods

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter describes the different quick dialing methods that are available in COLLABORATE Pro, and includes the following sections:

Using the Contacts Using the Recent Calls Using Online Directories Using Spontania Contacts

USING THE CONTACTS

The Contacts enables you to make calls to addresses stored on the local system. You can add frequently used addresses to the Contacts.

USING THE CONTACTS VIA THE REMOTE CONTROL

You can select the Contacts using the remote control. To select the Contacts via the remote control:

On the remote control, press Phone Book ( ). The Contacts window

appears.

2. In the Contacts tab, select the number to dial, and then press Make Call button ( ) on the remote control.

USING CONTACTS VIA THE

COLLABORATE

PRO GUI

You can display the Contacts using the COLLABORATE Pro GUI menus. To select the Contacts via the COLLABORATE Pro GUI:

1. Select to skip to the left tabs).

Conference>Contacts

. The Contacts window appears (use the left arrow button

2. In the Contacts tab, select the number to dial, and then press Make Call button

( ) on the remote control.

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USING THE CONTACTS VIA THE NEW CALL BAR

You can select the Contacts from the New Call bar. To select the Contacts via the New Call bar:

1. Select SIP / H.323 Call on the main menu. The New Call bar, appears.

2. In the New Call bar, select Address Book. The Contacts window appears. (Use the left arrow button to skip to the left tabs)

3. In the Contacts tab, select the entry to dial, and then press Make Call button

( ) on the remote control.

ADDING ENTRIES TO THE CONTACTS

You can add frequently used addresses to the Contacts list from where calls can be made directly.

To add a new contact to the Contacts list:

1. In the Contacts, select Add and press OK. The Name/Address bar opens.

2. Type in the new contact’s name and IP Address, and then select Save. The new contact is added to the Contacts list.

NOTE: You can also set the dialing method (H.323 or SIP) and the bandwidth that you want to use specifically for the contact that you add.

EDITING ENTRIES IN THE CONTACTS

You can edit frequently used numbers already in the Contacts list and save them for repeated use.

To edit a contact’s details in the Contacts list:

1. In the Contacts list, select the entry you want to edit and then press OK on the remote control.

2. Select Edit in the GUI. The Name/Address bar opens.

3. Edit the contact name and IP Address, and then select Save.

NOTE: If necessary, you can change the dialing method (H.323 or SIP) and bandwidth that are used specifically for the contact that you edit.

DELETING ENTRIES FROM THE CONTACTS

You can delete and thus manage Contacts entries when they are no longer in use. To delete a contact from the Contacts:

1. In the Contacts, select the contact you want to delete, select Delete and then press OK.

The following message is displayed: "Are you sure?"

2. Select Yes to delete, or No to cancel.

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USING THE RECENT CALLS

Log entries are automatically logged to the Recent Calls when an outgoing call is made or when an incoming call is received. You can add log entries to the Contacts, or delete them from the Recent Calls log.

USING THE RECENT CALLS VIA THE REMOTE CONTROL

To select the Recent Calls via the remote control:

1. On the remote control, press Recent Calls ( ) – or – on the Main Menu, select

Conference>Recent Calls. The Recent Calls window appears.

2. Select the entry and press Dial.

DISPLAYING THE RECENT CALLS FROM THE CONTACTS

To display the Recent Calls via the Contacts:

In the Contacts, select Recent Calls by pressing up with the Navigation arrows and scrolling up.

ADDING A RECENT CALLS ENTRY TO THE CONTACTS

You can add entries for Recent Calls to the Contacts for reuse later. To add Recent Calls entry to the Contacts:

1. In the Recent Calls, select the entry you want to add to the Contacts and then press OK on the remote control.

2. Select Add. The Name/Address bar appears.

3. Edit in the contact Name or Address if needed, and then select Save. The log entry is

added to the Contacts.

NOTE: Log entries cannot be edited.

CLEARING THE RECENT CALLS

You can delete and thus manage Recent Calls when you do not require them any longer. To delete a Recent Calls or clear the entire log:

1. In the Recent Calls window, select which log entry to delete.

2. Select Delete to delete just the selected entry, or Clear All to delete all entries, and then press OK. The following message is displayed when clearing all: "Are you sure?"

3. Select Yes to delete, or No to cancel.

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USING DIRECTORY

The Directory is an external directory which can be used for calling. If you are registered in the Directory, you can view the Directory in the Contacts under the Directory tab.

ACCESSING A DIRECTORY VIA THE REMOTE CONTROL

To access the Contacts via the remote control:

1. On the remote control, press the Contacts button. The Contacts opens.

2. Select the Directory tab, and on the number to dial press Dial.

ACCESSING THE DIRECTORY VIA THE CONTACTS

To access the Directory via the Contacts:

1. In the Contacts, select Directory by pressing down with the Navigation arrows.

2. Select the Directory tab, select the number to dial and press Dial.

USING SPONTANIA CONTACTS

When your system is registered to Spontania server (See Spontania settings), all users that are registered to this server will appear in Spontania contacts list. To access the Contacts via the remote control:

1. On the remote control, press the Contacts button. The Contacts opens.

2. Select the Spontania tab.

3. Select Online / Away contact and press Dial.

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Chapter 6: Advanced Settings

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter covers the advanced settings for COLLABORATE Pro, and includes the following sections:

Admin Settings Directory Properties H.323 Protocol Settings SIP Protocol Settings Multicast Settings Firewall and NAT Settings

Spontania Settings

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ADMIN SETTINGS

To configure Admin settings:

1. Select Settings>Advanced>Admin. The Admin Settings window appears.

2. In the Admin Settings window, set the following options and parameters.

Enable adaptive bandwidth Adjustment – Enables videoconferences to proceed at

reduced bandwidth if the network is congested. Deselecting this option maintains a constant quality to the session, but it may cause network problems.

Enable H.239 – Enables data sharing protocols. Force FEC – Force Forward Error Correction (FEC) – Forwards an error-correction

code instead of automatically adjusting the bandwidth.

Enable Audio Codec AAC-LD: – Audio Codec: audio compression format designed to

combine the advantages of perceptual audio coding with the low delay necessary for two-way communication.

Enable Audio Codec G722.1 Annex C – Audio Codec: wide-band

compression algorithm provides higher-than-toll quality speech. The codec operates between a wide-band, 50Hz to 7kHz signal range, at the G.722.1 standard bit rate of 24kbps and 32kbps. GAO's G.722.1 algorithm is in the form of fixed-point arithmetic and is based on the Modulated Lapped Transform (MLT).

Enable H.264 Profile – When selected, enables the system to operate in high profile

mode.

Encryption mode – Encryption Mode - Calling securely requires setting the encryption

protocol or using defaults which include automatic encryption. Alternatively, you can

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disable the encryption if it is not needed. Calls that are made using encryption will have a lock icon on the right-bottom corner of the screen.

o Automatic –The default option; enables encryption automatically. o AES –An encryption algorithm included in the H.235 security protocol. o No Encryption –No encryption will be used.

MTU (100–1500)– Set the designated MTU (Maximum Transfer Unit)

value. The default value is 1200. Applies only to RTP streams.

Maximum Outgoing Bandwidth – Maximum upload bandwidth (0 for

unlimited).

Maximum Incoming Bandwidth – Maximum download bandwidth (0 for

unlimited).

3. Press Restore Defaults to reset system into factory settings.

DIRECTORY PROPERTIES

Online directories are lists of contacts (such as Internet Location Server, or ILS) whose videoconferencing systems are online and registered with that directory. If your system is not registered with a COLLABORATE Central®, the Directory Settings provide a way to register with a Directory.

NOTE: Directory settings are available only in COLLABORATE Pro systems

To configure the Directory settings:

1. Select Settings>Advanced>Directory. The Directory Settings window appears.

that are not managed by a ClearOne COLLABORATE Central.

2. In the Directory Settings window, set the following options and parameters

Enable Directory Registration – When selected, this checkbox activates the rest of

the fields in this window and enables the Directory connection registration.

Server Type – Select the Directory server type. If you are not sure which type to

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select, consult with your system administrator. An LDAP (Lightweight Directory

Server Type

Description

Prerequisites

ILS server

Site Server ILS is a service used for publishingH.323 videoconferencing and telephony users and IP multicast conferences on the network.

System administrator configuration

iPlanet server

Contains lists of people and resources. Administrators can manage a single user- repository for their organization that can be used by multiple applications to both authenticate and retrieve stored information for users such as access levels and user profiles.

System administrator configuration

Access Protocol) server is usually used.

Server Address – The server’s IP Address. If an IP is not entered, the following

message appears: "You must enter server address in order to continue."

Port – Number of the port through which the connection to the server is

established.

Path – Folder in which your user information is stored, as created on the Online

Directory.

Server Domain – Server’s domain name for the Directory. User Name – Your user name as defined on the Directory server. Password – Your access password as defined on the Directory server.

3. Select Apply.

NOTE: In the Standalone/Gatekeeper mode, either the ILS or iPlanet servers should be installed for the directory. Consult with your system administrator regarding the installation/configuration of these servers.

H.323 PROTOCOL SETTINGS

For point-to-point and multipoint videoconferences, the H.323 protocol standard is used for call signaling and control, video/audio transport and control, and bandwidth control. COLLABORATE Pro utilizes H.323 to transport video/audio via DNS and NAT addressing, and to communicate/interact with either a COLLABORATE Central server or a standard gatekeeper server, one of which you can choose to work with in order to gain better performance and

flexibility in point-to-point and multipoint videoconferences.

NOTE: For more information about ClearOne’s COLLABORATE Central server, its installation and configuration, refer to the COLLABORATE Central User Guide.

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To configure a connection to a COLLABORATE Central server or to a gatekeeper server:

1. Select Settings>Advanced>H.323. The H.323 Settings window appears.

2. In the H.323 Settings window, set the following options and parameters:

None – Keep this option selected (selected by default) if you do not want to use a

COLLABORATE Central server or a gatekeeper.

COLLABORATE Central – Select this option if you want COLLABORATE Pro to

communicate/interact with a COLLABORATE Central server and utilize its advanced features. If selected, enter the required details in the following fields:

o Server Address – Enter the IP Address of the COLLABORATE Central server. o User Name – Enter the user name used to log into the COLLABORATE Central

server.

o User Number – Enter your user number used for identification on the

COLLABORATE Central server. If not entered, the COLLABORATE Central server will automatically generate a number.

o Password – Enter the password used to log into the COLLABORATE Central

Gatekeeper – Select this option if you want COLLABORATE Pro to

server.

communicate/interact with a gatekeeper server. If selected, enter the required details in the following fields:

o Server Address – Enter the IP Address of the gatekeeper server. o User Name – Enter the user name used to log into the gatekeeper server. o User Number – Enter the user number used for identification on the gatekeeper

server.

o Password – Disabled when working with a gatekeeper because gatekeeper

Connection Mode – Select the protocol you want to use to connect your call.

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authentication is currently not supported.

o H.323 - This selection should be selected manually for LAN network

connections only when the connection type is known.

o H.460 - This selection should be selected manually for network connections

over Firewall/NAT only when the connection type is known.

o Tunneling (not available when working with a gatekeeper) - This selection

should be selected manually for ClearOne Proprietary Tunneling. The default tunneling port is configured by the System Administrator (see NetPoint/ COLLABORATE Central Administration Configuration Manager).

NOTE: Changing this setting causes COLLABORATE Pro to reload.

RTP Ports – In the two boxes, set the RTP range:

o From – Enter the minimum RTP value. o To – Enter the maximum RTP value.

3. Select Apply.

NOTE: In COLLABORATE Central mode, the system administrator should configure the LDAP settings for COLLABORATE Central on the server side.

To verify that COLLABORATE Central mode is active:

1. Press Status on the remote control and check in the displayed information that a COLLABORATE Central icon appears.

2. Select Settings>Advanced>H.323 and check the displayed information. The New Call IP number shows the extension number that the system received when

initiating COLLABORATE Central mode, which is the ID number.

WORKING IN

COLLABORATE

CENTRAL MODE

In a point-to-point call and when COLLABORATE Central mode is active, you can add another participant to the call without hanging up, i.e. – the call continues while the additional participant is being invited.

To add participants to the call in COLLABORATE Central mode:

1. Select Conference>Invite. The Invite call window is displayed.

NOTE: The COLLABORATE Central >Invite option is available on the menu only when COLLABORATE Central mode is active.

2. Type in the participant COLLABORATE Central alias/IP number, and select Invite. The call is connected

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SIP PROTOCOL SETTINGS

SIP is a common communication signaling protocol for VoIP. To configure SIP settings: Select Settings>Advanced>SIP. The SIP Settings window appears.

2. In the SIP Settings window, set the following options and parameters:

Use Proxy – Use a proxy server or as stand alone.

o User Name – The user name as configured in the proxy server (proxy mode). o User Password – The user password as configured in the proxy server (proxy

Local Port – The SIP port on your computer (the standard is 5060). Transport Protocol – Select the desired protocol (TCP or UDP).

mode).

o Proxy Address – Proxy server IP

3. Select Apply.

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MULTICAST SETTINGS

Session multicasting allows you to broadcast your session using the multicasting networking transport technology, which allows users to send a video stream that can be received by multiple recipients, all listening on a single multicast address. Multicasting a session from your COLLABORATE Pro allows numerous passive viewers to view the session. This is typically used at lectures, or any session that passive viewers can benefit from. Multicast sessions can be viewed by all ClearOne endpoints and the Apple QuickTime viewer.

The Multicast Settings window allows you to define how multicast sessions are initiated by COLLABORATE Pro.

To access the multicast settings

1. Select Settings>Advanced>Multicast. The Multicast Settings window appears.

2. In the Multicast Settings window, set the following options and parameters

Multicast IP Address – IP Address and gateway. The IP is dynamic according to

unit's IP. The first subgroup of the IP format (AAA.BBB.CCC.DDD) is set to 239 according to the standard. You can change it to any value from 224 to239, and you can also change the rest of the sub groups (not recommended for multicast communications).

Bandwidth – Maximum bandwidth (in Kbps) allowed for outgoing multicast

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streams.

Video Format – The digital encoding format using during the multicast

transmission; by default is set to H.264.

Video Port – Number of the port through which the video multicast passes. Maximum Video Resolution – Select the required video resolution from the drop-

down list.

Audio Format – The Audio codec responsible during the transmission; by default is set

to AAC-LD.

Audio Port – Number of the port through which the audio multicast passes. Multicast Name – The identifying name of the multicast.

Time to Live – The number of router hops allowed. Announcement Rate – SDP announcement rate in seconds. Refresh Video Rate – The video image refresh rate in multicast streams; an interval of

5 seconds is set by default.

3. Select Apply.

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RECORD COLLABORATE PRO INTO STANDARD NAS

You can record from the COLLABORATE Pro to a Standard Network Attached Storage (NAS).

1. Verify that the recording destination PC /server workgroup is WORKGROUP (under advanced system settings).

2. Create new folder in destination PC

3. Right-click on the folder/drive that you wish for sharing the recording and select Properties.

4. Select the Sharing tab and click on Advanced Sharing...

5. Select the Share this folder box and enter a share name for it.

6. Click on permissions, mark the group entry “Everyone” and check the network permissions checkbox: Read, Change and Full control. Click OK.

7. In the sharing tab, click on Share. In the text field choose everyone and click Add. Set the permission level of everyone to Read/Write.

8. Right-click on the folder and select Properties again.

9. Select the tab “Security” and click on Edit..”, followed by Add....

10. In this window, enter “everyone” into the empty field at the bottom and click on OK.

11. Examine the permissions for “Everyone” and make sure they are all set correctly. If everything is in order, close all windows with OK”.

12. Open your control panel and then open the “Network and Sharing Center”.

13. Click on Change advanced sharing settings.

14. Look for your active profile at the top, expand it (if it isn't already) and scroll down to the Password protected sharing option.

15. Select the Turn off password protected sharing option and click on Save changes. Be advised that this will make all the shared folders readily accessible for anyone inside your home network.

16. In COLLABORATE Web, open recording settings tab (Settings / General /Recording).

17. Uncheck the default check box and enter the folder path: \\destination IP \ folder name ( e.g. \\172.20.1.78\Collaborate).

18. Start recording

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FIREWALL SETTINGS

The Firewall Network Settings contain your system's identification configuration on the local network.

NAT helps protect a LAN from exposure to unwanted traffic by providing one single external address to remote users. NAT uses a system of local and external addresses to hide a LAN's users from other networks. A NAT server translates local parties' addresses to an external address, which is then used to identify the local party to remote parties. Therefore, remote parties use this external address to call the local party, without knowing its actual local address.

To access Firewall/NAT Settings:

1. Select

Settings>Advanced>Firewall. The Firewall window appears.

2. In the Firewall window, set the following options and parameters:

Enable DNS Address – Allows the use of DNS for outgoing calls to other parties by a

defined computer name.

NAT Mode:

o Disabled – Callers to the organization LAN are not identified. o Manual – Enter your external IP Address. The NAT device maps this to your

internal extension number.

o Automatic – The NAT device recognizes your IP Address and maps it to your

NAT Address – If your organization uses NAT when communicating with parties in

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internal extension number when you dial out through your organization LAN.

another LAN or WAN, type the external address for your videoconferencing device.

Tunneling Port – The default tunneling port is 443. Tunneling is available only when

working with COLLABORATE Central.

Use HTTP Proxy – If your organization uses Proxy server, configure in the Proxy

Address and Proxy Port.

Send Media As HTTP – Disguising tunneling traffic as HTTP.

SPONTANIA SETTINGS

Registering to Spontania server will allow you to join and create Spontania cloud-based video conference according to your permissions.

To access Spontania Settings:

1. Select

Settings>Advanced>Spontania. The Spontania window appears.

2. In the Spontania window, set the following options and parameters:

Server Address - Enter the IP Address of the Spontania server. User Name – Enter the user name used to log into the Spontania server. Password – Enter the password used to log into the Spontania server (if required). Session ID – Enter the default session ID in order to perform quick dialing. Moderator – Check this option to identify as Spontania moderator.

Proxy Address: Enter your organization proxy server address. For any assistance

Use your organization’s network manager.

Proxy User: Enter the proxy server user name. Proxy Password: Enter the proxy server password.

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Chapter 7: General Settings

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter covers the General settings for COLLABORATE Pro, and includes the following sections:

Calls Settings MCU Properties

Recording

Streaming Settings Presentation Settings

Preference

Security Settings

CALL SETTINGS

Settings

In the Call Settings window you can define miscellaneous technical settings that affect how video collaboration calls are performed by default.

To configure call settings

1. Select Settings>General>Calls. The Call Settings window appears.

2. In the Call Settings window, set the following options and parameters

Auto Answer – Enables auto answering of incoming calls. Does not apply to MCU.

Do Not Disturb – Select to turn on auto reject of all incoming calls.

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Auto Reject During Media Activity – Select to auto reject all incoming calls when

system is recording / streaming / multicasting on idle mode.

Auto mute microphone upon incoming call – Enables auto muting the

microphone for incoming calls.

Block Incoming SIP Calls – Select to auto reject only incoming SIP calls. Maximum Video Resolution – Set the maximum video resolution.

MCU SETTINGS

The embedded MCU (optional feature) enables connecting up to 9 endpoints simultaneously from various locations. This MCU capability includes the host system and an additional 8 endpoints.

NOTE: Before using this functionality, please verify the licensing capabilities of your system. Press ‘Status’ on your remote control and verify that the Multisite feature is available in your license.

To configure the MCU settings:

1. Select Settings>General>MCU. The MCU Settings window appears.

2. In the MCU window, set the following options and parameters:

Layout – Set the default layout for a multipoint call:

NOTE: Layout cannot be changed while recording is active during a session.

o Auto – The system will change the layout automatically according to the

following principle: for up to 4 participants, the 2x2 layout is used; for 5 or 6 participants, the 5+1 layout is used; for 7 and up to 9 participants, the 3x3

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layout is used.

o VS (voice switched) – The video stream of the dominant speaker is shown. The

current dominant speaker sees the previous dominant speaker.

o 2x2 – The screen is divided into 4 quadrants of the same size. Each quadrant

contains an image. If there are more than 4 endpoints in the call using this layout, the dominant speaker appears, replacing an image of a non-dominant speaker.

o 3x3 – The screen is divided into 9 rectangle portions of the same size. Each

quadrant contains an image.

o 5+1 – This layout divides the screen into six rectangle portions. One is larger

than the other parts and contains the image of the dominant speaker at any

Answer Mode – Set the default answer mode for the second and subsequent calls:

Highlight Dominant Speaker – Display a green frame around the quadrant of the

Names Overlay – Display the remote station name overlaid on each participant

3. Select Apply.

given time.

o Accept – Automatically accept incoming calls o Reject All – Automatically reject all incoming calls o Manual – Display a prompt each time a call comes in

dominant speaker, except for in the 5+1 layout.

image.

Incoming calls will be answered using the settings you configured.

RECORDING SETTINGS

You can define the local directory in which recordings should be saved. To configure the recording settings:

1. Select Settings>General>Recording. The Recording Settings window appears.

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2. In the Recording Settings window the following properties can be configured:

Recording Path – Select to set the path of the recording directory. This

option is useful when changing the recording location to a USB flash drive or to a remote computer that in the same work group.

Format – Choose between WMV and MP4 formats.

Quality – Select the quality of the video recordings and streaming made on

COLLABORATE Pro:

a. Full High Definition (1080p) – Record/Stream at image resolution of 1920x1080

pixels. b. High Definition (720p) – Record/Stream at image resolution of 1280x720 pixels.

Standard Definition – Record/Stream at image resolution of 672x384 pixels.

Record And Stream Mode – Choose streams to be streamed between videos and presentation.

Source – Choose videos to be streamed between local and remote. Layout - Choose streaming layout:

o Vertical – Stream video in top and bottom mode. o Horizontal – Stream video in side by side mode.

3. Select Apply.

NOTE: Changing the quality of the recordings is changing also the

quality of the Streaming.

STREAMING SETTINGS

To configure the streaming settings:

1. Select Settings>General>Streaming. The Streaming Settings window appears.

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2. In the Streaming Settings window the following properties can be configured:

Streaming Port – Enter the streaming port number. The default port is

12100 for WMV and 554 for MP4.

NOTE: Port number of MP4 streaming cannot be modified.

Number Of Ports – Enter the number of streaming ports. The default number of

streaming ports is 10.

Streaming Mode - Choose between unicast and multicast.

Streaming Quality – Select the quality of the video recordings and streaming

made on

COLLABORATE Pro:

d. Full High Definition (1080p) – Record/Stream at image resolution of 1920x1080

pixels. e. High Definition (720p) – Record/Stream at image resolution of 1280x720 pixels.

Standard Definition – Record/Stream at image resolution of 672x384 pixels.

Record And Stream Mode – Choose streams to be streamed between videos and presentation.

Source – Choose videos to be streamed between local and remote. Layout - Choose streaming layout:

o Vertical – Stream video in top and bottom mode. o Horizontal – Stream video in side by side mode.

Multicast IP Address – The destination IP of the multicast.

Commence Streaming On Startup – Select to auto start streaming when

system is loaded.

NOTE: Changing the quality of the streaming is changing also the

quality of the recording.

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PRESENTATION SETTINGS

To configure the presentation settings:

1. Select Settings>General>Presentation. The Presentation Settings window appears.

2. In the Presentation Settings window the following properties can be configured:

Enable Wireless Sharing – Allow wireless data sharing from any PC with Collaborate

Share application.

Auto Display Wireless Presentation – Wireless auto-sharing once sender is connected. Wireless Sharing Code – Wireless security code need to be entered by sender. Presentation Sharing Mode – Depending on the type of presentation material being

transmitted you can choose the data transmit mode priorities either motion or sharpness:

o Motion - provides the highest possible frame rate. Used when there is a need for

higher frame rates, when there is a lot of motion in the data.

o Sharpness - provides the highest possible resolution. Used when you want the

highest quality of detailed images and graphics.

3. Select Apply.

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PREFERENCE SETTINGS

The preference settings define general system properties. To configure preference settings:

1. Select Settings>General> Preference. The preference Settings window appears.

2. In the Preference Settings window, set the following options and parameters.

System ID – System ID used to identify the system when using DNS dialing.

Name – Set the system title that will represent the unit during a session.

Language – Select the desired language for the user interface. Click Apply.

(A system restart is required after changing the system

Time Zone – Select your country time zone. Time – If not already set, enter the current time. Date – If not already set, enter the current date.

Sleep Timeout – Duration of idle time (in minutes) before the system goes into

sleep mode.

3. Select Apply.

language.)

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SECURITY SETTINGS

To configure security settings:

1. Select Settings>General>Security. The Security Settings window appears.

2. In the Security Settings window, set the following options and parameters  Enable Web Server – Select this option to allow Web access to the COLLABORATE Pro

unit via a browser. If you enter a password, Web users will be required to enter the same password when they access the unit. (For more information, see Web Access and Management).

 Enable Telnet Interface – Select this option to allow access to the COLLABORATE Pro

unit via a Telnet-based terminal. If you enter a password, Telnet users will be required to enter the same password when they access the unit.

 Enable Password for Settings –

o Advanced - Selecting this option restricts the access to the advanced settings of

the unit, which are: Admin, IP, Directory, H.323, SIP, Multicast and Firewall.

o All - Selecting this option restricts the access to all settings of the unit.

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Chapter 8: Spontania

IN THIS CHAPTER

Spontania is a unified group video conference and collaboration software. It provides a full range of real-time communication and collaboration.

STARTING / JOINING A SPONTANIA MEETING

You can start or join a Spontania meeting:

1. Select Conference > Spontania Meeting. The Spontania meeting bar appears.

2. To join a Spontania meeting enter Meeting ID and press Join. If you are a session moderator and you entered session ID in Spontania settings, press Start.

NOTE: Before joining / starting a Spontania meeting, you must enter a valid server and user details under Settings > Advanced Spontania.

2. Spontania meeting starts.

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SPONTANIA SETTINGS

During a Spontania meeting you can change the settings according to your permissions.

1. Audio Settings:

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Audio Input – Select CHAT 150C Mic Array to be your audio input device. Audio Output – Select a playback device from the list

Microphone Level – Adjust the microphone sensitivity level in percentage (%) Disable AEC – Disable the check box to prevent echo.

2. Camera Settings:

Source: Choose one or more cameras to share in the meeting.

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2. Recording Settings (Available only for moderator):

Recording Path – The path where the recordings will be saved. Format – Choose between MP4 and WCONF. Quality – Choose recording quality (MP4 format only). Background Image – Choose image to be in the background when the recording layout is not covering the all screen (MP4 format only).

3. Call Settings (Available only for moderator):

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Application: shows the general configuration of quality for the signal transmission in the

participants’ application sharing service. It is divided into 3 fields:

o Predefined - shows a list of pre-established configurations regarding the quality of the

application sharing service, which sets up specific values for the fields “Bandwidth” and “Depth”.

o Bandwidth - offers a list of values of network speed (in kilobits per second) associated

with the signal transmission of the application sharing service, if this service is activated during the session.

o Depth - provides a list of values (in number of colors) associated with the sharpness of

the application sharing service, if this service is activated during the session.

4. Presentation Settings:

Wireless Layout: Choose wireless sharing layout:

o Automatic: All senders will be displayed and arranged in the same size. o Single: Only one sender will be displayed. You can switch between senders

with input button in your remote control.

o Preview: All senders will be displayed. The chosen main sender will be

displayed in big size and other senders will be displayed in small size. You can switch between senders with input button in your remote control.

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PRESENTATION

HDMI 1 / 2 – Depending on your camera source, if available, share second HDMI input. DataPoint – Share your HDMI input via DataPoint device. File Transfer – Transfer a file to the other participants. Share Video – Share video file from USB storage device or share a recording. Whiteboard – Graphic space to draw or take notes on a new “canvas”. Start Recording (Moderator only) – Start recording the current meeting. Hand Raise - Request permission to speak during the session. Wireless – Start wireless sharing, when sender is connected to the unit.

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PARTICIPANTS

Lists of connected participants, showing the communication and collaboration services activated for each of them. Only moderator can manage these services.

Icon - This icon allows the moderator to act on the specific configuration parameters of a

certain user.

Icon - appears on the left of each user’s name. It shows the quality of connection for that

user.

To activate any of the Spontania communication and collaboration services for a participant, the moderator must act on the corresponding user’s checkbox (listed in rows) and service (listed in columns) and mark them with the icon. To carry out the opposite action, that is, to deactivate one of the services for a participant, the moderator must click on the checkbox showing the active state to change it to the icon deactivated.

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END MEETING

End Meeting – Terminate the meeting and discard all participants.

This option is available only for moderator.

Leave Meeting – Hang up and leave the meeting.

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Chapter 9: Web Access and Management

IN THIS CHAPTER

This chapter explains how to access COLLABORATE Pro via a browser and use the Webbased GUI for viewing sessions/files, and configuring the unit from a remote location or via the LAN.

The Web interface includes all the options that are available via the regular on-screen GUI, as well as some additional configuration options that are not available via the regular GUI.

Since the user options shared by both GUIs are generally the same, this chapter focuses mainly on the exclusive web options, and includes the following sections:

Accessing COLLABORATE Pro via Browser Viewing a Stream Session Download Collaborate Share for wireless sharing Viewing a Multicast Video Collaboration Importing/Exporting the License Viewing the Recording Archive Sending Running Text in a Call Viewing Call Status Performing System Upgrade Performing System Backup Performing System Restore from Backup File Performing System Restore from FTP

ACCESSING COLLABORATE PRO VIA BROWSER

You can access COLLABORATE Pro via a standard Web browser from any remote location or from your LAN.

To access COLLABORATE Pro via a browser:

1. Open your browser.

2. In the browser’s address bar, type the direct IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit. The COLLABORATE Pro Web login page appears. For example: http://172.100.100.25

NOTE: If you do not know the IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit, request help from a user close to the unit, who can check the

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unit’s IP Address as explained in Displaying System Information.

3. If a password was set for Web access (see Administration Settings): in the Password field, enter your password for accessing the management options, and then click Login.

If the password is authenticated, the management options page appears.

VIEWING A STREAM SESSION

You can view in your browser any stream that has started on COLLABORATE Pro. The stream may be of whatever is currently being captured by the video camera and microphone that are connected to COLLABORATE Pro.

The stream is viewed in the browser using Windows Media Player for WMV stream or VLC player for MP4 stream.

NOTE: Viewing a stream does not require you to enter your password and you do not have to log in.

To view a stream session:

1. Open your browser.

2. In the browser’s address bar, type the direct IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit. The COLLABORATE Pro Web login page appears.

3. Click View Stream; a new browser window opens and displays the stream on a page embedded in Windows Media Player or VLC player.

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VIEWING A MULTICAST VIDEO COLLABORATION

You can view in your browser an ongoing multicast video collaboration that has started via the COLLABORATE Pro unit.

The multicast video collaboration is viewed in the browser using an embedded Apple QuickTime plug-in.

NOTE: Viewing a multicast video collaboration does not require you to enter your password and you do not have to log in.

To view a stream session:

1. Open your browser.

2. In the browser’s address bar, type the direct IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit. The COLLABORATE Pro Web login page appears.

3. Click View Multicast; a new browser window opens and displays the video collaboration on a page with QuickTime embedded to it.

NOTE: in order to view the Multicast via QuickTime, multicast settings should be configured to H.261 for video codec and G.711 for audio.

DOWNLOADING COLLABORATE SHARE

You can share your PC desktop or an application via the network. To use this feature you need to download Collaborate Share application.

To download Collaborate Share:

1. Open your browser.

2. In the browser’s address bar, type the direct IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit. The COLLABORATE Pro Web login page appears.

3. Click on Collaborate Share icon. The application download will be start automatically.

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IMPORTING/EXPORTING THE LICENSE

Some features and functionalities in COLLABORATE Pro require licensing, and are activated with a license key that you must enter and save to your COLLABORATE Pro unit.

To enter and save a license to your COLLABORATE Pro unit:

1. After logging in, click Maintenance>System License. The License page appears.

2. Copy and paste the license key (a long text-based string) that you received from ClearOne into the License Key text box, and then click Apply.

Once the license key is applied, you can view which features/functionalities are available:

Presentation – Indicates whether the laptop sharing and USB sharing functionality

are enabled or disabled.

MCU – Maximum number of endpoints that can participate in videoconferences

using the embedded MCU.

Recording, Streaming – Indicates whether the recording and streaming

functionalities are enabled or disabled.

The unit’s MAC address is also displayed.

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VIEWING THE RECORDING ARCHIVE

You can view the list of recordings that are stored in the COLLABORATE Pro recording directory, and you can also delete recordings that are no longer needed.

To view the list of recordings:

1. After logging in, click Recording. The Recording Archive page appears.

2. Click on recording name in order to play it. Right-click on mouse on Download option in order to download the recording.

3. Choose which recordings you would like to view by using the following filtering options:

Today – Click to display only the recordings that were saved in the current day. Specific day of this week – Click any other day of the current week to display the

recordings that were saved on that specific weekday.

Last week – Click to display only the recordings that were saved last week. 2 Weeks Ago – Click to display only the recordings that were saved two weeks

ago.

Previous Month – Click to display only the recordings that were saved in the

previous month.

All – Click to display the entire archive of recordings that are saved in the

COLLABORATE Pro recording directory. The directory path is shown in the title line above the list.

Name – If you want to search for a specific recording name, enter the name in this

text box and then click the Search button below.

From Date/To Date – Use these boxes to define a date range for the recordings that

you want to display on the list. Only the recordings that were saved in the defined

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range will be displayed once you click the Search button. You can browse for specific From/To dates using the two Browse buttons available next to the text boxes.

The Recording Archive list shows the following details for each saved recording:

Name – Name of the recording. You can click the adjacent Rename button if you

want to change the file name.

Date – Date on which the recording was made and saved. Time – Time at which the recording was made and saved. Size – Size of the recording file in kilobytes or megabytes. Duration – The recording’s length.

The currently available disk space size, labeled Free Space, is displayed above the list.

To delete a recording:

Select the checkbox on the row of the recording’s entry, and then click Delete. You can select more than one recording.

NOTES:

Click Select All to select the checkboxes of all recordings that

are currently displayed.

Click None to clear the checkboxes of all recordings that are

currently displayed.

SENDING RUNNING TEXT IN A CALL

During a video collaboration call, you can type and send a text message to the person(s) with whom you are communicating. The message is displayed as running text on top of the video image on the far-end screen.

To type and send a running text message:

1. Start the call. The Running Text button appears in the Call Statistics box (available only in

the Web interface).

2. Click the Running Text button. The Running Text box appears.

3. In the text box, type the message you want to send and display on the far-end screen, and

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then click Start.

NOTE: To stop the display of the running text message on the far end, click Stop.

VIEWING CALL STATUS

During a videoconference call, you can view and check the technical details of the call. To view the call status details:

During the video collaboration call, click the Info link in the Call View box (see Call View box).

The following information is displayed in the Call Status box for both incoming and outgoing communication:

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Video Format – Video codec used to display video in this call Video Resolution – Video resolution used in this call Video Bandwidth – Bandwidth used by the video in this call Video Frame Rate – Video frame rate used in this call Audio Format – Audio codec used to sound audio in this call Audio Bandwidth – Bandwidth used by the audio in this call Encryption Mode – Type of encryption used in this call (if encryption is used).

Call Protocol – Protocol of the current call. Packet Loss – Percentage of packets that did not arrive their destination.

NOTE: To return to the Call View box, click Back.

PERFORMING SYSTEM UPGRADE

You can upgrade the Collaborate software to a newer version when such becomes available. To upgrade the COLLABORATE Pro software:

1. After logging in, click Maintenance>System Upgrade. The System Upgrade box appears.

2. Click Browse and then select the ClearOne-provided file that contains the newer software version.

3. Click Upgrade. The system upgrade is performed and then the system reboots.

PERFORMING SYSTEM BACKUP

The Backup option, using the remote controller, takes a snapshot of the current COLLABORATE Pro configuration. It is recommended to take backup snapshots every time a configuration change is made.

1. After logging in, click Maintenance>System Recovery

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2. The system will reboot and a Recovery screen will appear

Select the Backup option. The Backup screen will appear.

4. Using the remote control to enter letters and numbers, enter the Backup name and click on the Create button to create the backup file of the configuration.

5. Once it is done, press the Exit button and reboot the system. Shutdown the system by pressing few seconds on the power button; then press the power button again in order to turn on the system.

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PERFORMING SYSTEM RESTORE FROM BACKUP FILE

Whenever necessary, you can discard all manually entered configuration settings and restore the settings to a saved backup of an earlier configuration.

NOTE: Before restoring the system, you must save the system License Key. This is accessed by using the menu:

Maintenance> System License

Reset the COLLABORATE Pro unit to a backup snapshot file using a browser:

1. Open your browser.

2. In the browser’s address bar, type the direct IP Address of the COLLABORATE Pro unit. The COLLABORATE Pro web login page appears. For example: http://172.100.100.25

3. After logging in, click Maintenance>System Recovery

NOTE: All information on the system including user information, Contacts entries, IP settings and all other user defined information

3. The system will reboot and Recovery menu will appear.

will be deleted. NOTE: After restoring the system to its factory defaults, it may be

necessary to perform a system upgrade.

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4. Select the Restore button. The Restore screen will appear

5. Select the backup configuration file you want to restore, and press the Restore button.

6. Once the restore process is completed, press OK and shutdown the system by pressing for a few seconds on the power button; then press the power button again in order to turn on the system.

7. Copy the stored License Key to the system (Configuration>Option>License)

PERFORMING SYSTEM RESTORE FROM FTP

Whenever necessary, you can discard all manually entered configuration settings and restore using settings delivered via FTP.

NOTE: before restoring the system to its factory defaults, you must save system License Key. This is accessed by using the

To set the COLLABORATE Pro unit to settings delivered via FTP:

1. After logging in, click Maintenance>System Recovery

menu: Maintenance>System License

NOTE: All information on the system including user information, Contacts entries, IP and all other user defined information will be deleted.

NOTE: After restoring the system to its factory defaults, it may be necessary to perform a system upgrade.

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2. The system will reboot and Recovery menu will appear.

3. Select the FTP Updates button. The FTP Updates screen will appear

4. Enter the FTP server details including FTP Address, User Name and Password, and click the Connect button.

5. Select the file from the listing, and then click on the Download button.

6. Once the download is completed, press on the Back button.

7. Select the Restore button and follow the restore steps listed above

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ACCESS TO SYSTEM RECOVERY WITH USB DEVICE

In addition to web server, you can reach recovery mode with designated USB device.

1. Connect Recovery USB and a keyboard to the system.

2. Restart you system (Settings > Power > Restart).

3. During restart, press F10 on your keyboard.

4. In the boot manager, Choose Recovery USB device.

NOTE: System recovery management via USB device is with the keyboard, while recovery management via Web Server is with the remote control.

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Chapter 10: Telnet Commands

Key

Description

Arguments

Example

Accept incoming call

—

hangup

Hanging up session

hangup

reject

Rejecting incoming call

reject

change_camera

Set current camera by index (call cameralist for list of

Index:1-9

change_camera 1

callinfo

Request call info values

SessionID: Valid session ID number

callinfo 1

camerahome

Return PTZ camera to default position

—

camerahome

cameralist

Return list of available video

—

cameralist

camerapos

Save or restore camera position from preset

Action: save, restore Position: 1-9

camerapos save 2

camerastart

Start camera movement pan, tilt, zoom in different direction

Direction:

u – up d – down l – left r – right ul – up+left ur – up+right dl – down+left dr – down+right zi – zoom in zo – zoom out

camerastart u camerastart up camerastart u remote

The Telnet commands allow you to communicate with a remote computer that is using the Telnet protocol.

You can run telnet without parameters in order to enter the telnet context, indicated by the Telnet prompt (telnet>). From the Telnet prompt, use the following commands to manage a computer running Telnet Client.

ENABLING THE TELNET API

To enable the Telnet API:

1. Click Settings > General >Security

2. Check the Enable Telnet Interface checkbox.

DESCRIPTIONS OF THE TELNET API (COLLABORATE PRO)

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Key

Description

Arguments

Example

camerastop

Stop camera movement

Direction:

spt – stop pan tilt sz – stop zoom

camerastop sz camerastop sz remote

dial

Dial specific address via LAN network

Address: Calltype: lan,sip,audio Bandwidth (optional):

64, 128, 256, 384, 512, 1024 (Bandwidth list is configurable in Commands.xml file on both sides, server and client)

dial 125.0.1.2 lan 128

dtmf

Send DTMF tone to remote endpoint identified by Participant ID (Note: Use sessions to retrieve Participant ID)

ParticipantID: any valid participant number

DTMF: DTMF tone sequence

dtmf 23 035667344

dtmf 111 123433#5*

dtmf2all

Send DTMF tone to all active calls

DTMF: DTMF tone sequence

dtmf2all 035667344

dtmf2all 123433#5*

get

Get parameter value

Parameter:

mic volume speaker license autoanswer

get mic get volume get autoanswer

set

Set parameter value

Parameter:

mic volume speaker autoanswer

set mic on set volume 5 set autoanswer on

multicast / recording / streaming

Start or stop media activity.

Parameter:

recording start streaming stop

donotdisturb

Start or stop do not disturb mode.

Parameter:

donotdisturb enable

help

Display all telnet commands and notifications.

help

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shutdown / restart

Shutdown or restart the unit.

restart

sharehdmi1 / sharehdmi2

Start sharing HDMI content depending on connected devices.

Parameter:

sharehdmi2 start

sharelaptop

Share DataPoint when it is connected to the unit.

Parameter:

sharelaptop start

sharewireless

Start wireless sharing when there is at least 1 sender connected to the unit.

Parameter:

sharewireless start

changewirelesslayout

Change wireless layout while wireless is being shared.

Parameter:

changewirelesslayout single

nextsender

When more than one sender is shared in preview or single layout, change between main senders.

nextsender

startsession

Start Spontania meeting as a moderator.

start session

joinsession

Join Spontania meeting as a participant.

Session ID.

joinsession 12345

sessions

Display all active sessions and their sessions ID.

sessions

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remotecontrol

Commit a remote control command

1 Status 2 Data 3 Phone Book 4 Help 5 Near Far 6 Camera Control 7 Preset Recall 8 Preset Set 9 PIP 10 Speed Dial 11 Call Log 12 Mute Mic 13 Display 14 Settings 15 Mute Video 16 Mute Speaker 17 Enter 18 Go Right 19 Go Left 20 Go Up 21 Go Down 22 Cancel 23 Dial 24 Hang Up 25 Zoom In 26 Zoom Out 27 Volume Up 28 Volume Down 29 Num 1 30 Num 2 31 Num 3 32 Num 4 33 Num 5 34 Num 6 35 Num 7 36 Num 8 37 Num 9 38 Num 0 39 Dot ( . ^ , @ # ) 40 Clear / # DTMF

remotecontrol 1

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Starting an API Session using an RS-232 (COM 2) Interface

The COLLABORATE Pro can run API sessions from the RS-232 interface – COM 2.

1. Enable telnet interface in the Security settings.

2. In Serial Port settings, choose Serial control.

3. Power off the computer or control system and the COLLABORATE Pro system.

4. Use an RS-232 cable to connect the computer or control system RS-232 port to COM 2 on

COLLABORATE Pro.

5. Power on the computer and the COLLABORATE Pro system.

6. From the computer or control system, start a serial session using HyperTerminal or another appropriate utility.

7. Set up the serial session as follows:

Connection name: Protocol: Serial Port: The COM Port number on your PC (Check under Device Manager) Baud Rate: 9600 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None Stop bits: 1

Using the API with a LAN Connection

If you have a computer connected to the LAN, you can send API commands to the COLLABORATE Pro system through telnet port 23.

1. On the computer, open a command line interface.

2. Start a Telnet session using the COLLABORATE system IP address.

Note: You cannot use Telnet to access the system if the Telnet Interface is disabled. Enable the Telnet API.

DESCRIPTIONS OF THE TELNET API (SPONTANIA)

The Telnet commands allow you to communicate with a remote computer that is using the Telnet protocol.

ENABLING THE TELNET API (Before entering Spontania)

To enable the Telnet API:

1. Click Settings > General >Security

2. Check the Enable Telnet Interface checkbox.

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TELNET API (SPONTANIA)

Key

Description

Arguments

Example

hangup

Hanging up session

hangup

camerahome

Return PTZ camera to default position

—

camerahome

camerapos

Save or restore camera position from preset

Action: save, restore Position: 1-9

camerapos save 2

camerastart

Start camera movement pan, tilt, zoom in different direction

Direction:

u – up d – down l – left r – right zi – zoom in zo – zoom out

camerastart u camerastart up

camerastop

Stop camera movement

Direction:

spt – stop pan tilt sz – stop zoom

camerastop sz

help

Display all telnet commands and notifications.

help

recording

Start or stop recording.

Parameter:

recording start

changelayout

Toggles the layout in Spontania.

changelayout

rotatevideos

Rotates the video users list in Spontania

rotatevideos

listcontacts

Retrieve the local user contact list.

listcontacts

invite

Invites a contact to join the current session

User ID

invite 12345

set

Set parameter value

Parameter:

camera mic_all camera_all

set mic_all on set camera_all off

sharelaptop

Share DataPoint when it is connected to the unit.

Parameter:

sharelaptop start

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sharewireless

Start wireless sharing when there is at least 1 sender connected to the unit.

Parameter:

sharewireless start

changewirelesslay out

Change wireless layout while wireless is being shared.

Parameter:

changewirelesslayout single

nextsender

When more than one sender is shared in preview or single layout, change between main senders.

nextsender

sharehdmi1 / sharehdmi2

Start sharing HDMI content depending on connected devices.

Parameter:

sharehdmi2 start

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Chapter 11: Specifications

Video Specifications

Transmission Speed

SIP / H.323: 96 Kbps - 6Mbps

Video Standards

H.261, H.263, H.263+/++, H.264

Live Video Resolution

QCIF (176 x 144 pixels) QVGA (320 x 240 pixels) CIF (352 x 288 pixels) SIF (352 x 240 pixels) VGA (640 x 480 pixels) 4CIF (704 × 576) 4SIF (704 x 480) 720p (1280 x 720 pixels) 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels)

Video Frame Rate

Up to 10 fps: 96 Kbps Up to 20 fps: 128 to192 Kbps Up to 30 fps: 320 Kbps and above

Up to 60 fps (720p): 1536Kbps and above Up to 60 fps (1080p): 2560Kbps and above

Video Inputs

2X HDMI

Video Outputs

HDMI Display Port

HD Simulcast

Integrated Multicast Viewer

Audio Specifications

Audio Features

Full-duplex echo cancellation Automatic noise suppression (ANS) Automatic gain control (AGC)

Audio Standards

20 KHz: AAC-LD 7 KHz: G.722, G.722.1

3.4 KHz: G.711, G.723.1, G.728,G.729 AMR (3G)

The following are the COLLABORATE Pro specifications.

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Data Specifications

Data Sharing Methods Laptop plug in

HD DataPoint USB storage key Documents: PPT, PPS, XLS, XLSX,

DOC,DOCX,PDF

Video clips (AVI, MPEG, WMV, MP4 etc.) Graphic files (BMP, GIF, TIF, etc.)

HD Dual Stream

Sharing of file, or the HDMI input H.239 support Sending and receiving capability 2 live video sources + 1 data source

Resolutions supported: 1080p, 720p, XGA, 4CIF

SVGA, VGA, CIF, QVGA, QCIF

Display

Single – Display port or HDMI Dual – Display port + HDMI

Networking Specifications

Standards Supported

SIP Protocol: RFC 3261 ITU-T: H.323 v4.2 Annex Q (FECC)

Peripheral Specifications

Pan-Tilt-Zoom Camera Unit

PTZ Camera: 18x Zoom

Features Specifications

Dialing Modes

Manual Contacts Directory Recent calls Multicast viewer

Security

Encryption using H.235 (AES) Search and filter packet ordering Packet duplication AES is NIST validation

Firewall traversal using NetPoint H.460 protocol

and ClearOne Tunneling proprietary protocol NAT – Network Address Translation Supports restricted access to users via admin

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Directory Services

1000+ local number directory 10,000+ global number directory H.350 support (COLLABORATE Central mode) LDAP Directory support

o Open LDAP o Microsoft ILS, SiteServer, Active Directory and

Exchange

Search and filter queries

Environmental

0 - 40°C temperature 15 - 80% humidity Universal Power Supply:

o Input 100~240VAC@1.8A

o Frequency 50/60 Hz

PS Output / Appliance Input:

o 19VDC@6.32A Max

Language Support

English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Japanese and Korean

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