Panasonic KX-VC600 Operating Manual

Page 1

User Manual

HD Visual Communication Unit

Model No.

KX-VC300/KX-VC600

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. Please read this manual carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.

KX-VC300/KX-VC600: Software File Version 3.10 or later

In this manual, the suffix of each model number (e.g., KX-VC600XX) is omitted unless necessary.

In this manual, HD Visual Communication is abbreviated as "HDVC".

Document Version: 2013-09

Page 2

DCE

Video camera

Display

Microphone

Router

Internet

Router

Microphone

Video camera

Display

Introduction

Feature Highlights

DCE: Data Circuit-terminating Equipment

Lifelike Visual Communication

You can experience lifelike visual communication*1 with smooth, high-quality video and clear stereo*2 sound.

If you are using the KX-VC300, sending images in Full HD can only be done by purchasing an activation key card activate this feature (Page 127).

If using 2 or more Digital Boundary Microphones, stereo output can be enabled through system settings (Page 103). When using Digital Boundary Microphones and an Analogue Boundary Microphone together, stereo output may be unavailable depending on the connection configuration (Page 30, Page 31).

Home Electronics-style Remote Control Operation and Simple, Easy to Understand Graphical User Interface

You can make settings and perform operations using familiar remote control operations and a simple, easy to understand interface.

Stabilised Communication Quality

In periods of network congestion, automatic packet transmission rate quality control prevents packet loss to maintain a video conference call’s image and sound quality. This allows visual communication with stabilised communication quality even over an Internet connection.

(KX-VCS401) to

Remote Video Camera Operation via Remote Control

You can move your own video camera up, down, left, and right as well as zoom in and out (Page 63). You can also register up to 9 preset patterns of video camera direction and zoom level which allows you to easily

2 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 3

Introduction

change the video camera’s direction and zoom level by selecting a preset (Page 65, Page 67). Additionally, you can also use your remote control to control the other party

To be able to control another party’s video camera, settings must be configured on the other party’s unit (Page 107).

’s video camera.

Selectable Video Source

By connecting your computer or video camera to the unit, you can show your computer’s screen or video camera image to video conference call participants (Page 78, Page 84).

Encrypted Communication

Packets sent for video conference calls can be encrypted to prevent packet leaks, tampering, or eavesdropping.

KX-VC Series NAT Traversal Service

"KX-VC Series NAT Traversal Service" is a service that allows you to easily and affordably set up and operate a communication environment for the HD Visual Communication Unit. is unnecessary, which allows even people who are not network administrators set up a communication environment. Furthermore, you can assign the unit a unique number (Terminal ID), which allows the unit to be called not by IP address, but with the unique 7-digit number. This means communication can be initiated as if calling a telephone. Communication can also be encrypted, so that you can communicate over the Internet safely and securely.

*1*2

Also, complicated router configuration

For details about KX-VC Series NAT Traversal Service, refer to the following web site: http://panasonic.net/psn/products/hdvc/nat_traversal/index.html

This service may be unavailable depending on the country/area of use. For details, contact your dealer.

This service may be unavailable depending on your router’s type or your Internet connection environment. For details, contact your dealer.

Making Video Conference Calls via SIP Server

By using a SIP server, you can establish video conference calls not just by IP address, but also by specifying a SIP URI (SIP user name@SIP domain name) instead. If the other party uses the same SIP domain name as you, you can make a video conference call by specifying only the SIP user name (Page 116). For information about supported SIP servers, contact your dealer.

Enhanced Features through the Use of Activation Keys

By using an activation key (sold separately), you can upgrade the features of the KX-VC300 (Page 91). After you upgrade the features, the KX-VC300 can initiate 3-party/4-party video conference calls and send images in Full HD resolution. Features enabled through activation keys are available even after performing a system initialisation (Page 127). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

Connection to non-Panasonic Video Conference Systems

You can connect to a non-Panasonic video conference system and have a 2-party video conference call (Page 52).

For details about the types of non-Panasonic video conference systems you can connect to, contact your dealer.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 3

Page 4

Introduction

MCU Connection

By connecting to an MCU (multipoint control unit), you can make multiple or more parties, rather than the normal maximum of 4 parties (Page 53).

For details about the types of MCUs you can connect to, contact your dealer.

-party video conference calls with 5

4 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 5

Introduction

Trademarks

• HDMI is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other

countries.

• Polycom

is a trademark owned by Polycom, Inc. in the US and other countries.

• All other trademarks identified herein are the property of their respective owners.

Licences

• THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE

PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

• This product incorporates G.722.1 and G.722.1 Annex C licensed by Polycom

• This product incorporates Qt library licenced by Digia Plc. Please read "EULA" of system settings of this

product.

AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A

Open Source Software

Parts of this product use Open Source Software supplied based on the conditions of the Free Software Foundation’s GPLs and/or LGPLs and other conditions. Relevant conditions apply to this software. Therefore, please read license information about GPLs and LGPLs, and "License Info." of system settings of this product before using this product. Also, some software parts of this product are licensed under the MOZILLA PUBLIC LICENSE (MPL). At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge of no more than the cost of physically distributing source code, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code and the copyright notices covered under GPL, LGPL, and MPL. Please note that software licensed under GPL, LGPL, and MPL is not under warranty.

Contact Information http://www.panasonic.net/corporate/global_network/

Miscellaneous

About the Screen Shots and Illustrations in this Manual

The screen shots, illustrations and descriptions in this manual are based on using the KX-VC600. If you are using the KX-VC300, please note that some displayed features will not be available for your model.

The software used in this product uses source code from Radvision Ltd. Portions of this software are © 1996-2012 RADVISION Ltd. All intellectual property rights in such portions of the Software and documentation are owned by RADVISION and are protected by United States copyright laws, other applicable copyright laws and international treaty provisions. RADVISION and its suppliers retain all rights not expressly granted.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 5

Page 6

Notice for users in California

This product contains a CR coin cell lithium battery that contains perchlorate material—special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Introduction

Precaution

Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

6 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 7

For Your Safety ......................................................................................10

For Your Safety ...............................................................................................................10

Before Operation ....................................................................................14

Notes about Operation ...................................................................................................14

Data Security ...................................................................................................................15

Privacy and Right of Publicity .......................................................................................15

Precaution ...............................................................................................16

Precaution ........................................................................................................................16

Federal Communications Commission Requirements ................................................18

Preparation .............................................................................................20

Accessory Information ...................................................................................................20

Part Names and Usage ...................................................................................................21

Main Unit (Front) ............................................................................................................21

Main Unit (Back) .............................................................................................................22

Remote Control ..............................................................................................................24

Boundary Microphone

LED Patterns ..................................................................................................................28

Screen Standby ..............................................................................................................28

Connecting the Unit ........................................................................................................29

Turning the Power On/Off ..............................................................................................35

Screen Display ................................................................................................................36

Home Screen (Idle Screen) ............................................................................................36

Menu Screen (Idle Screen) ............................................................................................38

Video Conference Call Screen .......................................................................................39

Entering characters ........................................................................................................40

(Optional Accessory) ..................................................................26

Table of Contents

Starting a Video Conference .................................................................41

Making a Video Conference Call ....................................................................................41

Calling Using Speed Dial (2-party Conference/3-party Conference/4-party

Conference) ....................................................................................................................41

Calling from the Contact List (2-party Conference/3-party Conference/4-party

Conference) ....................................................................................................................44

Calling by Entering an Address Directly .........................................................................46

Calling from the Call History ...........................................................................................48

Answering a Video Conference Call ..............................................................................51

Connecting to a Non-Panasonic Video Conference System ......................................52

Connecting to an MCU ....................................................................................................53

Changing the Screen Layout ................................................................55

Changing the Screen Layout during a 2-party Video Conference Call ......................55

Changing the Screen Layout during a 3-party Video Conference Call ......................57

Changing the Screen Layout during a 4-party Video Conference Call ......................60

Controlling a Video Camera ..................................................................63

Controlling a Video Camera ...........................................................................................63

Registering a Preset .......................................................................................................65

Recalling a Registered Preset ........................................................................................67

Changing Video Camera Settings .................................................................................68

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 7

Page 8

Table of Contents

Adjusting the Volume and Tone ...........................................................73

Adjusting the Volume .....................................................................................................73

Muting the Microphone ...................................................................................................74

Reducing Microphone Noise

Adjusting the Tone ..........................................................................................................77

Displaying Other Video Sources ..........................................................78

Displaying a Computer’s Screen ...................................................................................78

Displaying the Sub Video Camera’s Image ..................................................................84

Displaying the Connection Status ........................................................88

Displaying the Connection Status .................................................................................88

Displaying Unit Information ...........................................................................................89

About Enhanced Features .....................................................................91

Activating Enhanced Features .......................................................................................91

Overview of Activation Keys ...........................................................................................91

Enabling Multiple-Party Video Conference Calls (KX-VC300 only) ................................91

Enabling the Sending of Images in Full HD Resolution (KX-VC300 only) ......................91

Contacts and Settings ...........................................................................92

Adding Contacts to the Contact List .............................................................................92

Registering a New Contact .............................................................................................92

Editing Contact Information ............................................................................................94

Deleting a Contact ..........................................................................................................94

Registering a Contact from the Call History ...................................................................95

Changing System Settings .............................................................................................96

Setting the Unit Name ....................................................................................................96

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................................................97

Making Network Settings ................................................................................................97

Making Connection Settings ...........................................................................................98

Making Screen Standby Settings .................................................................................101

Making Sound Settings ................................................................................................102

Setting the MIC Position (KX-VC600 only) ...................................................................102

Making Remote Control Settings ..................................................................................105

Making Language Settings ...........................................................................................106

Making Multicast Setting ..............................................................................................107

Changing Video Camera Settings ................................................................................107

Performing System Maintenance ................................................................................108

Display Unit Information ...............................................................................................108

Checking Enhanced Features ......................................................................................108

Performing a Network Test ...........................................................................................109

Performing Self Diagnosis ............................................................................................109

Performing Remote Maintenance .................................................................................110

Displaying the Licence Information ..............................................................................111

Displaying the End-User Licence Agreement ...............................................................111

Making Administrator Menu Settings ..........................................................................112

Logging in to the Administrator Menu ...........................................................................112

Making Administrator Password Settings .....................................................................112

Making Encryption Settings ..........................................................................................113

Making Software Update Settings ................................................................................114

Making Connection Mode Setting ................................................................................115

Making Call Type Settings ............................................................................................115

Making SIP Settings .....................................................................................................116

(KX-VC600 only) .............................................................76

8 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 9

Table of Contents

Making H.323 Settings .................................................................................................118

Making Static NAT Settings ..........................................................................................119

Making Codec Settings ................................................................................................121

Making Audio Input/Output Settings .............................................................................123

Making GUI Settings ....................................................................................................123

Making HDMI Settings ..................................................................................................124

Exporting Data ..............................................................................................................125

Importing Data ..............................................................................................................126

Activating Enhanced Features .....................................................................................127

Updating Software ........................................................................................................128

Initialising a Video Camera ...........................................................................................130

Performing System Initialisation ...................................................................................130

Making Local Site Settings ...........................................................................................131

Registering a Local Site ...............................................................................................131

Selecting a Local Site ...................................................................................................135

Editing Local Site Information .......................................................................................135

Deleting Local Site Information ....................................................................................136

Input ......................................................................................................137

Inputting Letters and Numbers ....................................................................................137

Miscellaneous .......................................................................................150

Changing the Remote Control Batteries .....................................................................150

Cleaning the Unit ...........................................................................................................151

Additional Information .........................................................................152

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................152

Basic Operation ............................................................................................................152

Audio ............................................................................................................................157

System Settings ...........................................................................................................159

If These Messages Appear ..........................................................................................159

Miscellaneous ...............................................................................................................167

Specifications .......................................................................................168

System Specifications ..................................................................................................168

Index............................................................................................................170

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 9

Page 10

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

For Your Safety

To prevent personal injury and/or damage to property, be sure to observe the following safety precautions.

General

The following symbols classify and describe the level of hazard and injury caused when this unit is operated or handled improperly.

Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or damage to the unit or other equipment.

The following types of symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed. (The following symbols are examples.)

Power

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the unit.

The power source voltage of this unit is listed on the nameplate. Only plug the unit into an AC outlet with the proper voltage. If you use a cord with an unspecified current rating, the unit or plug may emit smoke or become hot to the touch.

Do not connect the unit to the AC outlet, AC extension cords, etc., in a way that exceeds comply with the instructions provided with, the AC outlet, AC extension cords, etc.

Connect the AC adaptor firmly to the power cord, and plug the power cord firmly cause fire or electric shock.

the power rating of, or does not

into an AC outlet. Otherwise, it can

This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be performed.

This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.

Do not pull, bend, rest objects on, or chafe the power cord, plug, and AC adaptor. Damage to the power cord or plug can cause fire or electric shock.

To prevent fires, electric shock, injury, or damage to the unit, be sure to follow these guidelines when performing any wiring or cabling:

a. Before performing any wiring or

cabling, from the outlet. After completing all wiring and cabling, plug the power cord back into the outlet.

unplug the unit’s power cord

b. Do not place any objects on top of

the cables connected to the unit.

c. When running cables along the floor,

use protectors to prevent the cables from being stepped on.

d. Do not run any cables under

carpeting.

10 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 11

For Your Safety

Do not attempt to repair the power cord,

or AC adaptor. If the power cord or

plug, plug is damaged or frayed, contact an authorised service representative for a replacement.

Ensure that the plug connection is free of dust. In a damp environment, a contaminated connector can draw a significant amount of current that can generate if left unattended over an extended period of time.

Stop operation immediately if the unit emits smoke, excessive heat, abnormal smell can cause fire or electric shock. Immediately turn the unit off, and unplug the power cord, and contact your dealer for service.

Never touch the plug or AC adaptor with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.

When disconnecting the unit, grasp the plug instead of the cord. Pulling on a cord forcibly can damage it, and cause fire or electric shock.

During thunderstorms, do not touch the unit, plug and AC adaptor. It may cause an electric shock.

heat, and eventually cause fire

or unusual noise. These conditions

Operating Safeguards

Do not alter the AC adaptor or modify any parts. Alteration or modification can cause fire or electric shock.

Installation

Clean the AC plug periodically with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and other debris.

Do not use the supplied power cord with any other device. It may cause fire or electric shock.

Unplug the unit from the AC outlet and have it serviced by qualified service personnel in the following cases:

a. If the unit does not operate

according to the operating instructions. that are explained in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and may require service by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.

Adjust only the controls

b. If the unit has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

c. If unit performance deteriorates.

If damage to the unit exposes any internal immediately and return the unit to your dealer.

A headset’s may retain small ferrous objects.

Do not use your headset at a high volume. The use of excessive sound volume through a headset may cause hearing loss.

parts, disconnect the power cord

earpiece is magnetised and

If metal fragments or water gets into the unit, turn the unit off and unplug the unit immediately. Contact your dealer for service. Operating the contaminated unit can cause fire or electric shock.

Do not use a unit in the vicinity of a gas leak to report the leak.

Do not place the remote control in microwave ovens or on induction cookware.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 11

Do not install the unit in any other way than described in relevant manuals.

Do not touch the unit, AC adaptor, AC adaptor cord, or power cord during a lightning storm.

Only connect the unit to the type of electric power specified on the label affixed to the unit. Confirm the type of electric site if necessary.

power supplied to the installation

Page 12

CAUTION

For Your Safety

Battery

The battery contains diluted sulfuric acid, a very toxic substance. If the battery leaks and the liquid inside spills on the skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with plenty of clean water. If the liquid splashes into eyes, immediately clean water and consult a doctor. Sulfuric acid in the eyes may cause loss of eyesight and acid on the skin will cause burns.

Do not charge, short, heat, break or throw in a fire, as it may result in the battery leaking, generating heat, or bursting.

Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery to each other with any metal object as wire).

Do not carry or store the batteries together with necklaces, hairpins, or other metal objects.

Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.

Batteries that seem worn down or damaged should not be used. Using worn down or damaged batteries may result in leaking.

flush the eyes with plenty of

(such

Power

Installation

When the unit is not used over an extended period of time, take the batteries out of the remote control. Otherwise, the batteries may leak. Do not use the leaked batteries.

When the unit is not used over an extended unplug it. If an unused unit is left connected to a power source for a long period, degraded insulation may cause electric shock, current leakage, or fire.

The unit should be used only with the power cord and AC adaptor enclosed with the unit.

The unit should be kept free of dust, moisture, high temperature 40 °C [104 °F]) and vibration, and should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

Place this unit on a flat surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the unit falls.

Allow 10 cm (4 in) clearance around the unit for proper ventilation.

period of time, switch it off and

(more than

Do not use rechargeable batteries.

Do not place the unit in an area close to fire. Doing so may cause fire.

Take the depleted batteries out of the remote control. Otherwise, the batteries may leak.

12 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Battery

Be sure to use the specified type of batteries only.

Ensure that batteries are installed with correct polarity. Incorrectly installed batteries can burst or leak, resulting in spillage or injuries.

Page 13

This product contains batteries. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Improper

use or replacement may cause overheating, rupture or explosion resulting in injury or fire. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions of your local solid waste officials and local regulations.

When replace the batteries for the remote control, use R6 (AA) type dry cell.

Do not install the battery backwards so that the polarity is reversed.

For Your Safety

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 13

Page 14

Before Operation

Notes about Operation

Please this device:

1. Please contact your dealer for installing,

2. Do not forcefully hit or shake this device.

3. Do not place this device in a freezer or other

4. Place this device at least 2 m (6.5 ft) away from

5. Do not place this device in a location where it is

6. Do not apply insecticides or other volatile

7. Do not bring cards with magnetic strips, such

pay attention to the following points when using

upgrading, or repairing this device.

Dropping or bumping this device can damage or break this device.

location where it is exposed to cold temperatures.

Doing so may result in damage or malfunctions.

radios, office equipment, microwave ovens, air conditioning units, etc.

Noise from electronic devices can cause static and interference in other devices.

exposed to hydrogen sulfide, phosphorous, ammonia, sulfur, carbon, acid, dirt, toxic gas, etc.

Doing so may result in damage, and the usable life-span of the device may decrease.

liquids to the device, nor leave rubber bands or vinyl objects on the device for extended periods of time.

Doing so may result in alterations to the material or paint peeling off the device.

as credit cards and telephone cards, near the microphone.

Cards might become unusable.

10. Avoid placing the device in areas with high

humidity, and exposing it to rain.

Neither the main unit nor the power plug is water resistant.

11. The power outlet should be near the product

and easily accessible.

About the Operating Environment

device includes a feature that automatically adjusts

This voice transmissions to improve clarity. After beginning a video conference call, adjustments to the call environment may not complete immediately, and as a result voices may cut out or echo. In such cases, at the beginning of the video conference call, be sure to speak in turn with other parties.

About Moving the Device

Do not move this device while cords are still connected. Doing so may result in damage to the cords.

Other

• This is a class A product. In a domestic environment

this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

• The unit may not operate in the event of a power

failure.

• After unpacking the product, dispose of the power

plug cap and packing materials appropriately.

• The illustrations and screenshots in this manual are

for reference only and may vary from the actual product.

8. Do not bring the device near items that emit

electromagnetic waves or that are magnetised (high-frequency sewing machines, electric welders, magnets, etc.).

Doing so may result in static noise or damage.

9. Keep the device at least 10 cm (4 in) away from

all walls.

If placed against a wall, the device may not be able to ventilate properly, which may lead to a system malfunction due to overheating.

14 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 15

Before Operation

Data Security

We recommend observing the security precautions described in this section, in order to prevent the disclosure of sensitive information.

Panasonic is not responsible for any damages caused by improper use of this device.

Preventing Data Loss

Keep a separate record of the encryption key and all information stored in the contact list.

Preventing Data Disclosure

• Do not place this device in a location that can be

accessed or removed without authorisation.

• If important information is saved on this device,

store it in an appropriate location.

• Do not store sensitive personal information in the

unit.

• In the following situations, make a record of the

encryption key and the information stored in the contact list and return the unit to the state it was in when purchased

– Before lending or disposing of the unit – Before handing the unit over to a third party – Before having the unit serviced

• Make sure the unit is serviced by only a certified

technician. This device can register and store personal data (the contact list, encryption key, connection history, etc.). In order to prevent the disclosure of data stored on this device, make sure to delete all data that is registered and stored on this device prior to disposing of, lending, or returning this device (Page 130).

(Page 130).

Privacy and Right of Publicity

installing and using this device, you are responsible for maintaining the privacy and usage rights of images and other data (including sound picked up by the microphone). Use this device accordingly.

• Privacy is generally said to be, "A legal guarantee

and right not to have the details of one’s personal life unreasonably publicised, and the right to be able to control information about oneself. In addition, right of publicity is a right not to have a likeness of one’s face or figure photographed and publicised without consent".

• When the Automatic Answer feature is enabled,

transmission begins as soon as a video conference call is received. The receiver of the video conference call will begin transmitting as soon as the video conference call is received at any time, from any caller. Please be aware when the Automatic Answer feature is enabled, there is a risk that due to an unexpected, automatically answered video conference call, privacy rights may be violated or sensitive information may be transmitted to unauthorised parties.

Preventing Data Disclosure over the Network

• To ensure the security of private conversations,

only connect the unit to a secure network.

• To prevent unauthorised access, only connect the

unit to a network that is properly managed.

• Make sure all computers connected to the unit

employ up-to-date security measures.

• To prevent illegal access from the Internet, activate

a Firewall.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 15

Page 16

Precaution

For users in the United Kingdom

FOR YOUR SAFETY, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three mains plug for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse is of the same rating and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE AC OUTLET IN YOUR PREMISES, THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT-OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.

How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse and fuse cover.

that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you

or the BSI mark on

-pin

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European

Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union

These symbols are only valid in the European items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

accompanying documents mean that

Union. If you wish to discard these

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two

For users in the European Union only

Information Old Equipment and used Batteries

for Users on Collection and Disposal of

symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

For users in Germany only

• Machine Noise Information Ordinance, 3rd

GPSGV: The highest sound pressure level is 70 dB (A) or less according to EN ISO 7779.

• This equipment is not for use at video display work

stations according to BildscharbV.

16 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 17

For users in Taiwan only

Notice

• This

product contains a CR coin lithium battery. When disposing of the product, the battery must be removed. Contact your dealer for details.

Precaution

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 17

Page 18

Precaution

Federal Communications Commission Requirements

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential

FCC Caution

To assure continued compliance, (example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to other devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

18 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 19

Manuseio de baterias usadas

BRASIL

Fig. 1 Como isolar os terminais

Fita Isolante

Após o uso, as pilhas e/ou baterias deverão ser entregues ao estabelecimento comercial ou rede de assistência técnica autorizada.

Cobrir os terminais positivo (S) e negativo (T) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a blindagem e produzir fogo. (Fig. 1)

Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a temperaturas superiores a 100 °C (212 °F). O gás liberado pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais provocado internamente. Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada com bastante água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico.

Precaution

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 19

Page 20

Preparation

Accessory Information

The following accessories are included:

Included Accessories

Accessories Quantity

AC adaptor (Part No.: PNLV6506) 1

Power cord Depends on country/area

Remote control (Part No.: N2QAYB000674) 1

Batteries (R6 [AA] dry cell) 2

Note

• The number and type of power cords may vary depending on the country/area of use. Please use

whichever is appropriate for the country/area.

• Product documentation may vary depending on the country/area of use.

20 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 21

Part Names and Usage

D E

Main Unit (Front)

Power LED

Shows the power status. The LED is green when the power is on and off when the power is off.

Remote Control Signal Receiver

Receives Remote Control signals. The maximum range of reception is approximately 8 m front of the unit, and approximately 3 m (9.8 ft) from 20° on each side, total 40°.

Headset Input-Output Terminal

Used to connect a headset to the unit (Page

Preparation

(26.2 ft) from

33).

Note

• If a headset is connected, audio from the other party can be heard through the headset. Audio is

not played through the display or speakers.

• If a headset is connected, how audio is sent to the other party differs depending on the type of

devices connected as follows:

Connected Device Audio Sent to Other Party

Boundary Microphone Audio is picked up only by the headset microphone. Audio

is not picked up by the Boundary Microphones.

General-purpose microphone Both the general-purpose microphones and the headset

microphone pick up audio.

Boundary Microphone and general-purpose microphone

Power button

Turns the power on and off (Page 35

Status LED

Shows the operational status of the unit

Both the general-purpose microphones and the headset microphone pick up audio. The Boundary Microphones do not pick up audio.

(Page 28).

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 21

Page 22

A B C F GE

H I J OK L M N

BD F GE

H I J OK L M N

Preparation

Main Unit (Back)

KX-VC600

KX-VC300

Camera Control terminal (KX-VC600 only)

Not used.

RS-232C terminal

Not used.

MIC (Digital) jack (KX-VC600 only) (Page 29)

Used to connect the Digital Boundary Microphone

MIC (Analog) jack (Page 29)

Used to connect the Analogue Boundary Microphone

Audio In L/R jack (Page 29)

Used to connect general

Audio Out L/R jack

Used

to connect an amplifier or active speaker (Page 33). Also used to connect the speakers of a display

without an HDMI terminal for audio output (Page 34).

Functional Earth terminal

Used to connect an earthing wire for when there is a lot of noise over the connection.

LAN jack (Page 29)

Connect a LAN cable.

USB jack (Page 125, Page 128)

Used to connect a USB memory device for saving the operation log and for updating the software.

RGB terminal (Page 78)

Used to connect a computer for sending screens to participants.

Main Camera terminal (Page 29)

Connect the main video camera with an HDMI cable.

Sub Camera terminal (Page 84)

Used to connect a second, sub video camera with an HDMI cable for sharing video contents apart from the main video camera.

-purpose microphones (not for the Boundary Microphone).

(optional) (Page 26).

22 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 23

HDMI terminal (Page 29)

Used to connect to the display with an HDMI cable.

Component terminal (Page 34)

Used to connect to the display with a component video cable.

DC IN (Page 30)

Connect the AC adaptor

’s DC cord.

Preparation

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 23

Page 24

B C

D E

I J

L M N

Q R

T U

Preparation

Remote Control

Press to enter screen standby mode (Page 28). Press to show your computer’s

When not on a video conference call, the computer screen is shown on your display only (Page 79). Press to show the sub video camera’s images on your and the other party’s display during a video conference display only (Page 85). Press to make or manually answer video conference calls (Page 42, Page 51).

Press to move the cursor and select items. Press to display the Home screen (Page 42). Press to select the feature assigned to each colour. Available features are displayed in the guide area

(Page 37). Press to adjust the volume during a video conference call. Press [+] to increase and [–] to decrease the volume (Page 73 Used for controlling a PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) camera or a FIX camera either at your end or the other party’s end (Page 63 Press to display the connection status of the network and peripheral devices (Page 88).

Press to dial or perform settings where inputting digits/characters is required (Page 137). Press to display or hide the guide in the home screen or video conference call screen (Page 37,

Page 40). Press to change the layout of the screen during a video conference call (Page 55).

Press to return to the main video camera after showing images from a computer or sub video camera (Page 83, Page 86). Press to display the Menu screen (Page 38).

Press to end a video conference call. Press to confirm the selected item or entered information.

call. When not on a video conference call, the sub video camera’s images are shown on your

screen on your and the other party’s display during a video conference call.

24 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 25

Preparation

Press to return to the previous screen. Press to select a tone (equaliser) setting during a video conference call (Page 77). Press to mute the microphone during a video conference call, so that the other party cannot hear your

voice (Page 74). Press to display your contact list. This can be pressed while the following screens are displayed:

• Home screen

• Menu screen

• Computer’s screen/sub video camera

’s image (when not on a video conference call)

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 25

Page 26

Preparation

Boundary Microphone (Optional Accessory)

Boundary Microphone

(Digital Interface Type)

(Proprietary cable included.

Cable length: approx. 8.5

Model No.: KX-VCA001

MIC Mute button

Press to mute your own voice so that other video conference call participants cannot hear you (Page 74).

LED

Indicate the operational status of the Boundary Microphone. Red (on): Microphone is muted. Green (on): Transmitting Orange (blinking in 1 Off: No transmission in progress or microphone disabled because headset is connected, etc.

Note

second intervals): Starting up

Boundary Microphone

(Analogue Interface Type)

(Proprietary cable included.

Cable length: approx. 7 m)

Model No.: KX-VCA002

• Up to 4 Digital Boundary Microphones can be connected in cascade.

• Analogue Boundary Microphones cannot be connected in cascade.

• Contact your dealer for purchase information.

Federal Communications Commission Requirements

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

FCC Caution

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and including interference that may cause undesired operation.

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential

To assure continued compliance, to other devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

(example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting

(2) this device must accept any interference received,

26 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 27

For Canada Users

Preparation

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

-003.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 27

Page 28

Preparation

LED Patterns

LEDs indicate the operational status of the unit, as follows:

LED pattern Status

Light blue on

Slow blue flashing

Blue on

Orange on

Orange flashing

Red on

• Starting up

• Idle state

• In a video conference call

conference call, and being disconnected)

(including when dialling, receiving a video

• Self diagnosis is being performed.

• Mismatch

the flashing will stop and the unit will restart in safe mode.)

of field frequency*1 between the unit and display. (After 30 seconds

• An error has occurred.

• Maintenance is being performed.

Red flashing

Off

• A serious error has occurred.

• Power is off.

• In screen standby mode

Devices such as the display or video camera operate with a particular field frequency, depending on their video format. For details on the field frequency, contact your dealer.

Screen Standby

When

there is no video conference call transmission, and the remote control is not operated for more than 10 minutes (default), or when the remote control’s [Video Out On/Off] button is pressed, the unit enters screen standby mode. Video out to the display is suspended and the status LED turns off. Screen standby mode ends when the remote control is operated, or when a video conference call is received.

Notice

• If screen standby mode ends and no image is visible, check to see if the display or video camera

power saving settings are enabled. Check each device’s manual for more information about its power saving settings.

Note

• You can change the length of time until the unit enters screen standby mode

(Page 101).

’s

• The unit will not enter screen standby mode while displaying a computer’s screen or a sub video

camera’s image, even if the remote control is not operated for a period of time.

• When the remote control is operated and screen standby mode ends, the Home screen will be

displayed.

• If a button is pressed on the remote control to end screen standby mode, that button’s operation is not

performed in that case.

• If screen standby mode begins while editing information in the contact list or other screen, any unsaved

changes will be lost.

• It takes about 7 seconds to return from screen standby mode. (The length of time may vary depending

on the type of display you are using.)

28 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 29

To each device

To a router

To a display

To a general - purpose microphone

To an AC outlet

Preparation

Connecting the Unit

This section describes how to connect the main video camera, display, microphone, LAN cable, AC adaptor and power cord.

Note

• If

your display is not compatible with HDMI, use a component cable (Page 34). Since sound signals are not transmitted when using a component cable, connect an amplifier/active speaker (Page 33), or use the display’s speakers (Page 34).

3. Connect a microphone.

Digital Boundary Microphone (optional) (KX-VC600 only)

Connect the Digital Boundary Microphone to the MIC (Digital) jack on the back of the unit using the proprietary cable (C).

• Use only the included cable.

• Push and turn the connector of the proprietary

cable until it clicks. If the connector does not click, try reconnecting the cable with the top and bottom of the connector reversed.

Analogue Boundary Microphone (optional)

Connect the Analogue Boundary Microphone to the MIC (Analog) jack on the back of the unit using the proprietary cable (D).

• Use only the included cable.

• Ensure that the arrow on the connector of the

proprietary cable is facing up when you insert the cable. When you disconnect the cable, grip the connector securely and pull it out.

General-purpose microphone

Connect the microphone to the Audio In L/R jack on the back of the unit using the stereo pin plug cable (E) after amplifying the signal to line level using a device such as a microphone amplifier.

• Connect the microphone correctly, as follows:

Notice

– Left channel ® L – Right channel ® R

• Use only the included power cord.

Note

• Make sure to read the instruction manuals for

all devices being connected.

1. Connect the main video camera.

• Connect the main video camera to the Main

Camera terminal on the back of the unit using an HDMI cable (A).

Note

• When connecting both the Boundary

Microphone and a general microphone, both microphones can be used simultaneously.

-purpose

• When connecting a headset, refer to "About

Headset (Page 33)".

4. Connect to the network.

2. Connect the display.

• Connect the display to the HDMI terminal on the

back of the unit using an HDMI cable (B).

• Connect a router to the LAN jack on the back of

the unit using a category 5 or greater LAN cable (F).

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 29

Page 30

Preparation

Note

• Set the hub/router to Auto Negotiation

mode.

• If the system is set to 100M Full Duplex, it

is necessary to change the system setting. For details, contact your dealer.

• Do not connect to a hub/router set to Half

Duplex.

• For more details about routers and DCEs,

to the documentation for each device.

refer

5. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

• Use only the power cord included with the unit.

6. Insert the AC adaptor’s DC cord (G) into the DC IN

terminal on the back of the unit.

• Use only the AC adaptor included with the unit.

7. Plug in the power cord into the power outlet.

• Choose an outlet that is convenient for

plugging/unplugging.

System Layout Examples

Display and Main Video Camera

Place the display and main video camera at the same side of the room.

Digital Boundary Microphones (KX-VC600 only)

Up to 4 Digital Boundary Microphones can be connected for input and output on the Boundary Microphones. Also, an Analogue Boundary Microphone and general-purpose microphones can be used simultaneously.

Note

in cascade. There are no separate terminals

• Make sure that the microphones are placed at

least 1 m (3.3 ft) away from the display and speakers.

• Do not connect more than 4 Digital Boundary

Microphones. Doing so will cause all Digital Boundary Microphones to stop working. If an Analogue Boundary Microphone is also connected, all audio input from the Analogue Boundary Microphone will also stop working.

• If both of the following conditions are met, the

output sent to the other party will be stereo; otherwise, monaural:

– The

bandwidth is higher than approximately

1.8 Mbps in a 2-party video conference call with the HD Visual Communication Unit using SIP.

– The MIC position is set automatically or

manually to collect a sound in stereo (Page 102, Page 103).

• If a headset is connected, audio from the

headset microphone is given priority, and audio from Digital Boundary Microphones is no longer picked up.

The range of each microphone (the radius of the circle with a microphone at the centre) varies according to the level of surrounding and the number of microphones being used. Place microphones accordingly, referring to the following table.

Note

• If you use speakers, refer to "Amplifier/Active

Speaker Connection

30 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

" (Page 33).

Page 31

Display

Microphone

4 m

(13.1 ft)

4 m

(13.1 ft)

Microphone

Display

4 m

(13.1 ft)

Microphone

4 m

(13.1 ft)

4 m

(13.1 ft)

4 m

(13.1 ft)

Display

Microphone Microphone

4 m

(13.1 ft)

4 m

(13.1 ft)

4 m

(13.1 ft)

4 m

(13.1 ft)

Display

Preparation

Noise

level/

Micro–

phone

A quiet

room (40

dBsplA)

approx.

3 m

(approx.

9.8 ft)

approx.

2.8 m

(approx.

9.2 ft)

approx.

2.3 m

(approx.

7.5 ft)

approx.

2 m

(approx.

6.5 ft)

A regular

room (45

dBsplA)

approx.

2.2 m

(approx.

7.2 ft)

approx.

1.5 m

(approx.

4.9 ft)

approx.

1.3 m

(approx.

4.3 ft)

approx.

1.1 m

(approx.

3.6 ft)

Layout examples (a regular room) (the grey circle indicates the microphone

A noisy

room (50

dBsplA)

approx.

1.2 m

(approx.

3.9 ft)

approx.

1 m

(approx.

3.3 ft)

—

’s range):

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 31

Analogue Boundary Microphones

You can connect 1 Analogue Boundary Microphone.

Page 32

Display

Microphone

Approx.

6060°

Approx.

60°

2 m (6.5 ft)

Preparation

Also, Digital Boundary Microphones and general-purpose microphones can be used simultaneously.

Note

• Make sure that the microphone is placed at

least 1 m (3.3 ft) away from the display and speakers.

• Make sure that the microphone is placed with

it’s connector facing the display.

• If both of the following conditions are met, the

output sent to the other party will be stereo; otherwise, monaural:

– The

bandwidth is higher than approximately

1.8 Mbps in a 2-party video conference call with the HD Visual Communication Unit using SIP.

– You are not using Digital Boundary

Microphones and an Analogue Boundary Microphone together.

• If a headset is connected, audio from the

headset microphone is given priority, and audio from Analogue Boundary Microphones is no longer picked up.

(the grey circle indicates the microphone’s range):

About 60° around the connector side is outside the microphone

’s range.

The range of the microphone (the radius of the circle with a microphone at the centre) varies according to the level of surrounding noise. Place the microphone accordingly, referring to the following table.

Noise

level/

Micro–

phone

A quiet

room

(40

dBsplA)

approx.

2 m

(approx.

6.5 ft)

A regular

room

(45

dBsplA)

approx.

1.5 m

(approx.

4.9 ft)

A noisy

room

(50

dBsplA)

approx.

1 m

(approx.

3.3 ft)

Layout examples (a regular room)

32 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 33

A B

Headset

Microphone

Main video camera

Display

Speaker

Preparation

About Headset

You can connect a headset to the headset jack on the front of the unit.

Note

• Check the headphone connector

microphone connector (B), and then connect the headset.

(A) and the

• If a Boundary Microphone and a headset are

connected at the same time, audio from the headset microphone is given priority, and audio from Boundary Microphones is no longer picked up.

• If a general-purpose microphone and a headset

are connected at the same time, audio from both sources is picked up.

• If a headset is connected, audio will not be

played through the display or speakers.

Amplifier/Active Speaker Connection

This section describes how to connect an amplifier/ active speaker.

1. Connect the amplifier/active speaker to the Audio

Out L/R jack on the back of the unit using a stereo pin plug cable.

Note

• Connect the amplifier/active speaker

correctly, as follows:

– Left channel ® L – Right channel ® R

• For more details about the amplifier or

active speaker, refer to the documentation for the corresponding device.

Layout example: Place

the speakers either side of the display, as follows:

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 33

Notice

• Place the speakers either side of the display. If

you place the display at the front of the room

the speakers at the back, the microphone’s

and left/right spatial direction may be reversed, and the orientation of the image and sound will not match on the other party’s side.

Page 34

Preparation

Connecting the Display with a Component Cable

If your display does not have an HDMI terminal, use a component cable for connection.

1. Connect the display to the Component terminal on

the back of the unit using a component cable.

Note

• To use the display’s speakers to output audio,

connect the display to the Audio Out L/R jack (Page 22) pin plug cable.

on the back of the unit using a stereo

34 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 35

Turning the Power On/Off

Note

• Make sure that peripheral devices

1 Press the Power button on the front of the unit.

• The Power LED turns on. Then, the Status LED

starts flashing blue slowly, and the Home screen is displayed.

(e.g., display, main video camera) are turned on.

Preparation

• When the power is turned off, the Power LED turns

off.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 35

Page 36

Preparation

Screen Display

Home Screen (Idle Screen)

Displayed when the power is turned on. Also displayed when the [Home] button is pressed on the remote control.

Main Video Camera Image

Displays the video from the main video camera.

Unit Information

The information displayed differs depending on the selected connection mode

IP mode: The connection mode, unit’s name, IP address (the SIP user name [if using a SIP server]/H.323 extension, H.323 name [if using a gatekeeper]), maximum bandwidth, Static NAT status (if using the Static NAT feature), and encryption status indication icons.

Note

(Page 115).

• When selecting a local site (Page 135), the selected local site’s information is displayed. The local

site name is displayed instead of the unit’s name. The information displayed differs depending on the local site’s connection mode (Page 131).

• If the local site name, SIP user name, H.323 extension, or H.323 name is too long to display, it will

be shortened and ended with "...".

Encryption Status Indication Icons

The status of the encryption settings for SIP/H.323 is indicated by icons. The icon changes as follows:

Icon Status of Settings

"SIP" is set to "ON" and "Encryption (SIP)" is set to "ON".

"SIP" is set to "ON" and "Encryption (SIP)" is set to "OFF".

36 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 37

Icon Status of Settings

"H.323" is set to "ON" and "Encryption (H.323)" is set to "ON".

"H.323" is set to "ON" and "Encryption (H.323)" is set to "OFF".

Group/Site

Displays the name/group name assigned to One too long to display, it will be shortened and ended with "...".

Remote Control ID

Displays the remote control ID of the unit when it is set (Page

Guide

Displays operations you can perform with the remote control.

Status Indication

The status of the unit is indicated by icons.

Icon Status

-Touch Connection number 1 through 5. If the name is

Preparation

105).

Microphone is muted.

Note

• If the MIC detection setting has been disabled through system settings

(Page 100), the icon will not be displayed even if the Boundary Microphone or headset microphone is muted.

Network, server (any kind), or peripheral connection error (no connection, device error, etc.).

Note

• If the MIC detection setting has been disabled through system settings

(Page 100), the icon will not be displayed even if the Boundary Microphone or headset error in other devices such as the LAN cable, the icon will be displayed.

Note

is disconnected. However, if there are no connections, or there is a device

• If you set "Active Home Menu" to "OFF" in the administrator menu, you can hide BCDE

(Page 123). When hidden, you can unhide them again by pressing [Full Screen] on the remote control.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 37

Page 38

Preparation

Menu Screen (Idle Screen)

Displayed when [Menu] is pressed on the remote control. Displays operations you can perform and settings you can change.

Menu List

Displays the various functions you can use and settings available to change.

Guide

Displays operations you can perform with the remote control when performing features or changing settings.

38 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 39

Video Conference Call Screen

Other party’s information

When registered in the contact list: The other party’ When not registered in the contact list: The other party’s IP address, SIP URI (SIP user name@SIP domain name), host name (e.g., hdvc.example.com), H.323 extension, H.323 name, MCU’s conference room number@IP address, or MCU’s SIP user name@IP address is displayed. If the other party uses the same SIP domain as you, only the SIP user name, and not the SIP URI, is displayed.

Video Image

Displays the other party’ computer display or a sub video camera (Page 78, Page 84).

Subscreen

Depending on the screen layout, your own video or the other party Page 57, Page 60).

Duration

Displays the duration of the current video conference call.

s video, your own video, or video from the secondary video input such as a

Preparation

s name/group name is displayed.

’s video is displayed here (Page 55,

Note

• 99h59m is displayed for the duration even if the length of the video conference call exceeds 100

hours.

Guide

Displays operations you can perform with the remote control.

Network Status Indication

The number of antennas in the icon indicates differing levels of network congestion. The icon changes as follows:

0 bars ( ): The network is very congested.

1 bar ( ): The network is congested.

2 bars ( ): The network is slightly congested.

3 bars ( ): The network is not congested.

Note

• If the icon shows only 0–1 bars continuously, contact your network administrator.

• During multiple

your own image.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 39

-party video conference calls, the icon is displayed on each site screen, but not on

Page 40

Preparation

• You can set whether to display the icon. This setting affects all displayed images

own image) (Page 101). For example, if icon display has been enabled, the icon will be displayed on the image of all other parties, but not on your own image. However, if icon display has been disabled, the icon will not be displayed on any of the images. Regardless of icon display settings, the icon is not displayed while the combined computer/video feed screen is being displayed (Page 79).

Status Indication

The status of the unit is indicated by icons (Page

Note

• Pressing [Full

network status indication*1, and guide displays.

If the network status indication has been set to not be displayed, pressing [Full Screen] will not show the icon.

Screen] on the remote control will hide or unhide the other party’s information, duration,

37).

(excluding your

Entering characters

• Note the following regarding entering the address of the other party. – SIP user name/H.323 name/MCU’s conference room number: alphanumeric characters, symbols . =

* + _ - $

– SIP domain name: alphanumeric characters, symbols – H.323 extension: numeric characters, symbols # * (up to 20 characters) – Host names that do not include @: alphanumeric characters, symbols . = * + _ - $

128 characters)

• For

host names in the format of user name@domain name, characters and the number of characters that

can be entered for user name and domain name are the same as for SIP user name and SIP domain name.

• When registering an address to the contact list, @ % : can also be entered.

• Enter values that comply with the corresponding standard. For details, contact your network administrator.

! ? / ' ( ) (up to 60 characters)

. - (up to 128 characters)

! ? / ' ( ) (up to

40 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 41

Making a Video Conference Call

You can make a video conference call using one of the following methods.

Note

• During a video conference call, you cannot perform the following operations: – Pressing [Menu] to display the Menu screen. – Pressing [Contact] to display the contact list screen.

• Make sure that peripheral devices

• If a called party does not answer a video conference call within approximately 60 seconds, the call will

be terminated automatically.

• If you are using the KX-VC300, 3-party/4-party video conference calls can only be made after

purchasing an activation key card (KX-VCS301) to activate multiple-party video conference calls (Page 127). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

• 2-party/3-party/4-party video conference calls can be made using the outgoing call history.

• Only 2-party video conference calls can be made using the incoming call history.

• You cannot add parties to an existing video conference call.

• During a 3-party/4-party video conference call, even if only one party ends the video conference call,

the rest of the parties will also be disconnected.

• A video conference call will start with only the parties that answered the call. For example, if only one

(e.g., display, main video camera) are turned on.

party answers a 4-party video conference call, the video conference call will start as a 2-party video conference call.

• 3-party/4-party video conference calls may not be possible depending on bandwidth settings

Starting a Video Conference

(Page 99, Page 132).

• Video conference calls can be made using a SIP URI through a SIP server only when in IP Mode and

if SIP settings have been made correctly.

• Video conference calls can be made using an H.323 extension or H.323 name only when in IP Mode

and if the gatekeeper settings have been made correctly.

• Video conference calls cannot be made if the call type programmed in the speed dial (SIP or H.323)

has been set to "OFF" on the call type settings screen.

• When connecting to non-Panasonic video conference systems or using H.323, you can make only

2-party video conference calls.

• When you use the contact list or speed dial to call a party stored in the contact list with

"Multi-Point" set to "No", the maximum bandwidth setting that is assigned to each address in the contact list is used for the call (Page 92). When calling a party in the call history that matches a party in the contact list, the maximum bandwidth setting that is assigned to each address in the contact list is used for the call.

Calling Using Speed Dial (2-party Conference/3-party Conference/ 4-party Conference)

Note

• To call using speed dial, you need to have a speed dial number programmed in "Speed Dial" in the

contact list (Page 92).

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 41

Page 42

Starting a Video Conference

Calling from the Home Screen

1 Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

2 With the dial keys, enter a One-Touch

(1 to 5).

• The information registered in the selected One-Touch

Connection number is displayed.

3 Press [Start] to start the call.

• You can also start the call pressing [Enter].

4 When you want to end the call, press [End].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Connection number

42 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 43

Calling from the Menu Screen

Note

• From the Menu screen, you can make a video conference call using up to 300 speed dial numbers

(1 to 300). (From the Home screen, you can make a video conference call using up to 5 One Connection numbers [1 to 5].)

1 Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

Select "Contact List" using [ ][ ] and press [Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

Note

• If you press [G], the contact list modification

screen will be displayed and the entry can be modified (Page 94

3 Press [Y].

• The speed dial screen is displayed. Entries are

displayed in speed dial number order.

Starting a Video Conference

-Touch

4 With the dial keys, enter a speed dial number (1 to 300).

5 Press [Start] to start the call.

6 When you want to end the call, press [End].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 43

Page 44

2, 3

Starting a Video Conference

Calling from the Contact List (2-party Conference/3-party Conference/4-party Conference)

Note

• To

• If "IP Address" is set to "Auto" on the network settings screen (Page 97), the unit’s IP address will

1 Press [Menu].

make a video conference call from the contact list, you must first register contacts in the contact list

(Page 92).

be automatically obtained using a DHCP server, and therefore may change to a different IP address from the one registered in the other party’s contact list. In such cases, when the other party tries to call you by selecting a registered IP address from their contact list, the call will not be connected. For details, contact your network administrator.

• The Menu screen is displayed.

Select "Contact List" using [ ][ ] and press [Enter].

• The

contact list screen is displayed. The entries are grouped in the index tabs and displayed in alphabetical order of "Group/Site".

Note

• You can also open the contact list screen by

pressing [Contact] while the following screens are displayed:

– Home screen – Menu screen – Computer’s screen/sub video camera

image (when not on a video conference call)

’s

44 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 45

Numeric button

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

Index Tab

–

ABC

DEF

GHI JKL

MNO

PQRS

TUV

WXYZ

0-9

–

Starting a Video Conference

Select the entry you want to call using [ ][ ].

• You can switch the index tab back and forth using

[

][ ]. (Index

skipped.)

tabs in which no entries exist will be

• Press a numeric button on the remote control to

switch to the index tab assigned to that button, as shown below.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 45

4 Press [Start] to start the call.

5 When you want to end the call, press [End].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Page 46

910

2-5 7-8

Starting a Video Conference

Calling by Entering an Address Directly

can make a video conference call by entering the IP address (or host name), SIP URI (or SIP user name),

You H.323 extension, H.323 name, or MCU’s conference room number@IP address.

1 Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

Select "Manual Dial" using [ ][ ] and press [Enter].

• The input screen is displayed.

Note

• You can display the input screen by pressing

[Start] in the Home screen instead of performing steps 1 and 2.

Select "Multi-Point" using [

Note

][ ].

• If you are using the KX-VC300, you can select

"Multi-Point" card (KX-VCS301) to activate multiple-party video conference calls (Page 127). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

Select one of the following values using [ 2-party video conference call: "No"

3-party video conference call: "2 sites" 4-party video conference call: "3 sites"

Note

after purchasing an activation key

• When connecting to an MCU or non

video conference system, you cannot make 3-party/4-party video conference calls.

• "H.323" cannot be selected for "Call Type" if 2

or more sites are selected for "Multi-Point".

Select "Site 1", "Site 2", "Site 3" using [

6 Enter the IP address (or host name), SIP URI (or SIP

user name), H.323 extension, H.323 name, or MCU conference room number@IP address.

][ ].

-Panasonic

][ ].

’s

Use [

][ ] to select "Call Type".

46 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 47

Starting a Video Conference

Use [ ][ ] to select "SIP" or "H.323".

9 Press [Start] to start the call.

• You can also start the call by pressing [Enter].

10 When you want to end the call, press [End].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Note

• If the IP address contains 1 or 2 digit numbers, enter these numbers as they are. Do not enter like [

001]. Example: The IP address is [192.168.0.1].

– Correct entry: [192.168.0.1] – Wrong entry: [192.168.000.001]

• To initiate a video conference call by entering a SIP URI (SIP user name@SIP domain name), you

must set "SIP Server" to "ON" and specify "SIP Server Address", "SIP Username", and "SIP

Domain Name". Also, specify "Digest Authentication", "Authentication ID", and "Authentication Password" as necessary (Page 116). For details, contact your network administrator.

• When making a video conference call within your own SIP domain, you can make the call by entering

the other party’s SIP user name. When the other party is not within your SIP domain, you must also include their SIP domain name in addition to their SIP user name. When a SIP domain name is not specified, your own SIP domain name is automatically appended to the address and the call is made. Be careful as this may result in calling the wrong party.

• See Page 40 for details about the characters that can be input for address entry.

Enter a standards-compliant value. For details, contact your network administrator.

• To initiate a video conference call by entering an MCU’s conference room number@IP address, "SIP

Server" and "Gatekeeper" must be set to "OFF" (Page 116, Page 118).

• If the other party is using a software version older than 3.00 (not including 3.00), you cannot make a

video conference call using H.323. You must set "SIP" to "ON" on the call type settings screen (Page 115).

• You can refer to the contact list when entering the IP address (or host name), SIP URI (or SIP user

name), H.323 extension, H.323 name, or MCU’s conference room number@IP address, by following the procedure below (You cannot enter a destination using the call history.):

1. Press [G].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

2. Use [

• You can use [

][ ] to select the contact you want to refer to.

][ ] or the numeric buttons of the remote control to select the displayed tab

(Page 45).

3. Press [Enter].

• When using H.323, you can also call by entering the other party

extension number (or H.323 name).

’s IP address (or host name) %H.323

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 47

Page 48

Starting a Video Conference

Calling from the Call History

can make a video conference call from the call history. The call history is divided into outgoing and incoming

You calls. The last 30 video conference calls made and received are stored in the outgoing and incoming call history. Information such as the contact name, address information*1, the date and time, the duration of the call, the result of the call, and the call type is displayed for each call on the outgoing call history screen and incoming call history screen. If the address of an entry in the call history is deleted from or edited in the contact list, the contact name in the call history entry will be replaced by the address information.

Address information is as follows. IP address/host name/SIP-URI/H.323 extension number/H.323 name/MCU’s conference room number@IP address/MCU's SIP user name@IP address

Note

• If the other party uses the same SIP domain name as you, only the SIP user name, and not the SIP

URI (SIP user name@SIP domain name) will be displayed in the call history.

Outgoing Call History:

• 2-party/3-party/4-party video conference calls can be made using the outgoing call history.

• When

• For video conference calls made using the contact list, the contact name is displayed. For video conference

• If consecutive video conference calls are made to the same destination, only the latest call will appear in

connecting to non-Panasonic video conference systems or using H.323, you can make only 2-party

video conference calls using the outgoing call history.

calls made by entering the IP address (or host name)/SIP URI/H.323 extension/H.323 name/MCU’s conference room number@IP address directly (Page 46), that information is displayed instead of the contact name. (That information is displayed even if a matching entry exists in the contact list.)

the outgoing call history.

Incoming Call History:

• Only 2-party video conference calls can be made using the incoming call history.

• If the calling party’s IP address/SIP URI/H.323 extension/H.323 name/MCU’s conference room

number@IP address is registered in the contact list, the contact name is displayed. Otherwise, the IP address (or host name)/SIP URI/H.323 extension/H.323 name/MCU’s conference room number@IP address/MCU’s SIP user name@IP address is displayed.

• Depending on the type of MCU, a video conference call may be received from the MCU’s SIP user

name@IP address rather than the MCU’s conference room number@IP address. In that case, you directly cannot call the MCU’s conference room from this incoming call history.

• If consecutive unanswered video conference calls are received from the same party, only the latest call

will appear in the incoming call history.

• You may not be able to initiate video conference calls with SIP URIs (or SIP user names)/H.323 extension/

H.323 name in the incoming call history for reasons such as non-compliance with the relevant standards. In this case, contact your network administrator.

48 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 49

1 Press [Menu].

2, 3

• The Menu screen is displayed.

Select "Call History

" using [

and press [Enter].

][ ]

• The outgoing call history screen is displayed.

Starting a Video Conference

Note

• The result of the video conference call is

displayed

–

in the "Call result" column as follows:

: The video conference call was

established.

– : The video conference call was not

established.

• To move to the incoming call history screen,

press [G]. call history screen and the incoming call history screen by pressing [G].

You can switch between the outgoing

• In the incoming call history, if a party is not

registered in your contact list, the address information received from the party is displayed.

• In the outgoing call history, if a party is registered

in your contact list, the contact name is displayed. However, when calling by entering an IP address (or host name), SIP URI (or SIP user name), H.323 extension, H.323 name, or MCU’s conference room number@IP address (Page 46), even if the party is registered in your contact list, the entered information is displayed instead of the contact name.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 49

Page 50

Starting a Video Conference

• When a contact in the incoming call history is

added to your contact list, the incoming call

newly history will be updated to display the contact’s information from the contact list.

• When a party that is not registered in your contact

list is selected, if you press [B], the contact list registration screen will be displayed and a new contact can be registered (Page 95). Also, you may not be able to register a SIP URI (or SIP user name), H.323 extension, or H.323 name from the incoming call history to the contact list for reasons such as non-compliance with the relevant standards. In this case, contact your network administrator.

Select the party you want to call using [

Note

• If you press [Enter], the call history details

screen is displayed.

][ ].

• When not selecting a local site

"Local site name" will be blank.

(Page 135),

• The lowest bandwidth for the maximum

bandwidth setting among all participating parties is displayed in "Bandwidth". If the video conference call was not established, the maximum bandwidth will be blank.

• Depending on the other party, "Device type"

may be blank.

• If you press [G], the input screen is displayed,

and you can edit the address before calling.

4 Press [Start].

• The input screen is displayed.

Note

• You can change the number of sites called

or edit the other party’s address.

5 Press [Start] to start the call.

6 When you want to end the call, press [End].

• The Home screen is displayed.

50 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 51

Starting a Video Conference

Answering a Video Conference Call

Depending on your setting, you can either respond to a request to participate in a video conference call manually (manual answer) or automatically

Note

• Make sure that peripheral devices

When Manual Answer is Set

When a video conference call is incoming there will be an incoming call ring, and a dialogue box is displayed.

(automatic answer) (Page 99).

(e.g., display, main video camera) are turned on.

When the caller is registered in the contact list, the caller’s group/site is displayed. When the caller is not registered, the caller other caller information that is received is displayed.

’s IP address or

Note

• If the other party uses the same SIP domain name as you, only the SIP user name, and not the SIP

URI (SIP user name@SIP domain name) is displayed.

• If the caller’s group/site name, host name, SIP URI (or SIP user name), H.323 extension, or H.323

name is too long to display, it will be shortened and ended with

Operation

1 Press [Start].

• The video conference begins.

• You can also answer the video

conference call by pressing [Enter].

Note

• If

you do not answer a video conference call within approximately 60 seconds, the call will be terminated

automatically.

When Automatic Answer is Set

"...".

When a video conference call is incoming the call will be automatically answered after one ring, and transmission then begins.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 51

Page 52

Intranet

Starting a Video Conference

Connecting to a Non-Panasonic Video Conference System

You can connect to a non-Panasonic video conference system and have a 2

Note

-party video conference call.

• Non-Panasonic video conference systems you want to connect to must meet the following criteria.

Confirm the settings of the non-Panasonic video conference system.

– Supports SIP or H.323 communication – Supports communication with the H.264 Baseline Profile and H.264 High Profile – Supports communication with the G.711, G.722, G.722.1, and G.722.1 Annex C voice codecs

• For details about the types of non-Panasonic video conference systems you can connect to, contact

your dealer.

• Video

conference calls to a non-Panasonic video conference system through a SIP server using a SIP

URI are not guaranteed (Page 116). IP addresses must be specified to make calls.

• The connection specifications (e.g., resolution) and available functions (e.g., content sharing) differ

depending on the model type you connect to. For details, contact your dealer.

• When connecting to non-Panasonic video conference systems, only 2-party video conference calls are

possible.

• Audio sent to the other party is monaural.

• While you are displaying a sub video camera’s image, you cannot send a still image from the sub video

camera.

• Encrypted communication may not be supported. In such cases, connect to a non-Panasonic video

conference system over an intranet or via a VPN. For details, contact your dealer.

• The maximum bandwidth specified in the settings at the beginning of the connection is applied for the

duration of the connection to a non-Panasonic video conference system. Depending on the network conditions, you must specify an appropriate bandwidth setting (Page 99, Page 132).

• It may be necessary to change your maximum bandwidth depending on the non-Panasonic video

conference system you are connecting to. If this is necessary, you can register a maximum bandwidth in local site settings (Page 132).

52 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 53

Connecting to an MCU

Intranet

MCU

Connecting to an MCU allows you to have a video conference call with 5 or more parties.

Starting a Video Conference

Note

• MCUs you want to connect to must meet the following criteria. Confirm the settings of the MCU. – Supports SIP or H.323 communication – Supports communication with the H.264 Baseline Profile and H.264 High Profile – Supports communication with the G.711, G.722, G.722.1, and G.722.1 Annex C voice codecs

• For details about the types of MCUs you can connect to, contact your dealer.

• Video conference calls to an MCU through a SIP server using a SIP URI are not guaranteed

(Page 116). IP addresses must be specified to make calls.

• The connection specifications

depending on the MCU you connect to. For details, contact your dealer.

(e.g., resolution) and available functions (e.g., content sharing) differ

• The procedure for connecting to an MCU differs depending on the MCU. For details, contact your

dealer.

• Audio sent to the other party is monaural.

• While you are displaying a sub video camera’s image, you cannot send a still image from the sub video

camera.

• Encrypted communication may not be supported. In such cases, connect to an MCU over an intranet

or via a VPN. For details, contact your dealer.

• The maximum bandwidth specified in the settings at the beginning of the connection is applied for the

duration of the connection to an MCU. Depending on the network conditions, you must specify an appropriate bandwidth setting (Page 99, Page 132).

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 53

Page 54

Starting a Video Conference

Operating an MCU Remotely using Tone Signals

When connecting to an MCU, you can send tone signals by pressing buttons control. Doing so allows you to operate

Note

• Tone

signals can only be sent when connecting to an MCU. They cannot be sent between Panasonic HD Visual Communication Units.

(e.g., change the screen layout) the MCU remotely.

• Features and operations that can be performed

remotely will vary depending on the MCU.

• If the MCU you are connecting to does not support

tone signals, an error message is displayed.

• If the other party sends tone signals to you, sound

may be interrupted or a ringing noise may occur.

Enter a tone signal (0–9, #, or ).

• The input field (A) is displayed.

(0–9, #, or

) on the remote

Note

• The input field can only contain up to 16

characters. If you input 17 characters, the first character field but all tone signals will be sent.

input will not be displayed in the input

• The input field is not displayed until a tone signal

is entered.

• If a tone signal is not entered for about 3

seconds, the input field disappears.

• If you enter further tone signals after the input

field has disappeared, the tone signals entered the previous time are also displayed.

54 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 55

Layout 1 Layout 2

Layout 3

A: Other Site B: This Site

Changing the Screen Layout

Changing the Screen Layout during a 2-party Video Conference Call

You can choose from 3 different screen layouts when taking part in a 2

1 Press [Layout].

• The screen will cycle through the available layouts

each time you press [Layout].

– Layout 1: The other party’s image is displayed

full screen.

– Layout 2: The other party’s image is displayed

full screen, and your own image is displayed in the upper right subscreen.

– Layout 3: Your own image is displayed full

screen.

-party video conference call.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 55

Page 56

Changing the Screen Layout

Note

• You can press [B] or [R] to switch the screen layout to that button’s pre-assigned layout.

The layout displayed by each button depends on the screen layout currently in use.

Display Screen Layout

Other Site Layout 1

Both Sites Layout 2

This Site Layout 3

Example: When using Layout 2

[B]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 3. [R]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 1.

• When connecting to an MCU or non

other party may not be displayed in the correct aspect ratio (the ratio of the width of the image to its height). In this case, perform the following operation during the video conference call. (When the video conference call ends, the aspect ratio will return to "Auto" [default].)

-Panasonic video conference system, images received from the

1. Press [G].

• The aspect ratio dialogue box is displayed.

2. Use [

][ ] to select "Auto" (default), "16:9", or "4:3".

• A dialogue box showing the selected aspect ratio is displayed for about 3 seconds.

• When

connecting to an MCU, the MCU’s screen will be displayed as the other party’s image. You can

change the MCU’s screen layout remotely using tone signals (Page 54).

56 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 57

Changing the Screen Layout

Changing the Screen Layout during a 3-party Video Conference Call

You can choose from 7 different screen layouts when taking part in a 3 conference call.

Note

• You

1 Press [Layout].

cannot perform this operation when using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or non-Panasonic video

conference system.

• The screen will cycle through the available layouts

each time you press [Layout].

– Layout 1: Image of Site 1 on the left and image

of Site 2 on the right.

– Layout 2:

Site 1: upper left Site 2: upper right This Site: bottom middle

The images are displayed as follows:

– Layout 3: Image of Site 1 is displayed full screen

and image of Site 2 is displayed in the upper right subscreen.

– Layout 4: Image of Site 2 is displayed full screen

and image of Site 1 is displayed in the upper left subscreen.

– Layout 5: The image of Site 1 is displayed full

screen.

– Layout 6: The image of Site 2 is displayed full

screen.

– Layout 7: Your own image is displayed full

screen.

-party (This Site, Site 1, Site 2) video

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 57

Page 58

Layout 1

Layout 7

Layout 6

Layout 2

ABA

Layout 3

Layout 4

Layout 5

A: Site 1 B: Site 2 C: This Site

Changing the Screen Layout

58 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 59

Changing the Screen Layout

Note

• You can press [B], [R], or [G] to switch the screen layout to that button’s pre-assigned layout.

layout displayed by each button depends on the screen layout currently in use.

You cannot switch the screen layout to Layout 2 directly. However, you can switch to Layout 2 if you press [Layout] first

(Page 57).

Display Screen Layout

Side by Side Layout 1

Site 1(2) Layout 3

(Site 1) 2 Layout 4

Site 1 Layout 5

Site 2 Layout 6

This Site Layout 7

Example: When using Layout 3

The

[B]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 5. [R]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 6. [G]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 7.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 59

Page 60

Changing the Screen Layout

Changing the Screen Layout during a 4-party Video Conference Call

You

can choose from 6 different screen layouts when taking part in a 4-party (This Site, Site 1, Site 2, Site 3)

video conference call.

Note

• You

1 Press [Layout].

cannot perform this operation when using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or non-Panasonic video

conference system.

• The screen will cycle through the available layouts

each time you press [Layout].

– Layout 1:

Site 1: upper left Site 2: bottom middle Site 3: upper right

The images are displayed as follows:

– Layout 2: The images are displayed as follows:

Site 1: upper left Site 2: lower left Site 3: upper right This Site: lower right

– Layout 3: The image of Site 1 is displayed full

screen.

– Layout 4: The image of Site 2 is displayed full

screen.

– Layout 5: The image of Site 3 is displayed full

screen.

– Layout 6: Your own image is displayed full

screen.

60 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 61

Layout 1 Layout 2*¹

Layout 6 Layout 3

A: Site 1 B: Site 2 C: Site 3 D: This site

Layout 4

Layout 5

Changing the Screen Layout

Image edges are trimmed and the image is centred.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 61

Page 62

Changing the Screen Layout

Note

• You can press [B], [R], or [G] to switch the screen layout to that button’s pre-assigned layout. The

layout displayed by each button depends on the screen layout currently in use.

Display Screen Layout

Remote sites Layout 1

All Sites Layout 2

Site 1 Layout 3

Site 2 Layout 4

Site 3 Layout 5

This Site Layout 6

Example: When using Layout 3

[B]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 1. [R]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 2. [G]: The screen layout will be switched to Layout 6.

62 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 63

Controlling a Video Camera

If a PTZ control the pan (side-to-side movement), the tilt (up-down movement), and the zoom of the video camera during a video conference call. You can perform this operation with the main video camera or a sub video camera.

Note

(pan, tilt, zoom) camera or a FIX camera is connected to your unit or the other party’s unit, you can

• In this manual, "PTZ camera" indicates a video camera whose moving parts will rotate when the

direction of the video camera is changed. parts and does not rotate.

"FIX camera" indicates a video camera that has no moving

• If the other party is using a KX-VC500, you will not be able to control their video cameras. The other

parties will be able to control your video camera.

• If any of the other parties is using a software version older than 2.30 (not including 2.30), you will not

be able to control any of the other party’s video cameras. You will only be able to control your own video camera.

• In order for other parties to be able to control your video camera, you must set "CAM ctrl from remote

site(s)" in your settings to "ON" (by default, it is set to "OFF") (Page 107).

• For details about compatible video camera models, contact your dealer.

• The features that can be used may be limited depending on your video camera model.

(e.g., A video camera with only a zoom feature)

• When the other party is using a non-Panasonic video conference system, some operations may not

be available, or unintended operations may occur.

Controlling a Video Camera

1 Press [CAM Ctrl].

• The site selection dialogue box is displayed.

Note

• After

the site selection dialogue box is displayed, if no operations are performed within approximately 3 seconds, the dialogue box will disappear.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 63

Page 64

Site 1 Site 2 Site 3

Local Site

Controlling a Video Camera

Use [ ][ ] to select the site to display and press [Enter].

• The camera control screen is displayed.

3 Press the buttons on the remote control to operate the

video camera.

[B]: Zoom out [R]: Zoom in

[ ][ ]: Pan the video camera left/right.

][ ]: Tilt the video camera up/down.

[

• The

movement continues as long as you hold down the button, and stops when you release the button. For finer control of the movement, press the button and immediately release it, and repeat this in succession.

• To control another site’s video camera, press [Y].

Each time [Y] is pressed, the order of the sites listed in the site selection dialogue box will change.

Example: During a 4-party video conference call

• To

Note

return to the video conference call screen, press

[Back].

• You can press [Full Screen] on the remote control to display/hide the guide area. You can specify in

the administrator menu (Page

123) whether the entire guide area is hidden, or only a portion of it.

• In the following cases, you will not be able to control a video camera, even if you press [CAM Ctrl]. – While displaying the computer’s screen. – While displaying the unit information screen or the connections status screen. – While displaying a dialogue box.

64 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 65

Registering a Preset

Controlling a Video Camera

When you are not on a video conference call, you can register up to 9 presets of the video camera connected as the main or sub video camera on your side.

Note

(pan, tilt, zoom position, etc.)

• Preset registration can only be performed when using video cameras that support preset functions.

For details, contact your dealer.

• The features that can be used may be limited depending on your video camera model.

(e.g., A video camera with only a zoom feature)

1 Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Note

• If you are registering presets for the sub video

camera, press [Camera Sub].

2 Press [CAM Ctrl].

• The camera control screen for your own video

camera is displayed.

3 Press [G].

• The preset screen is displayed.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 65

Page 66

Controlling a Video Camera

4 Press a numeric button (1–9) to select the preset

number to use.

• The selected preset number is displayed in the

upper right corner of the screen.

Note

• When a preset number that has already been

registered is selected and preset registration is performed, that preset’s registered information will be overwritten.

5 Press the buttons on the remote control to adjust the

video camera’

[B]: Zoom out [R]: Zoom in

[ ][ ]: Pan the video camera left/right. [ ][ ]: Tilt the video camera up/down.

s preset.

6 Press [G].

• A dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings is

displayed.

Use [ ][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The preset screen is displayed.

Note

• To continue making settings, repeat steps 4–7.

8 Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Note

• Preset registration information for a video

camera is saved in that video camera. If a video camera is initialised, its preset registration information will be lost. In such cases, preset registration must be performed on the unit again.

66 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 67

Recalling a Registered Preset

Controlling a Video Camera

During a video conference call, you can set your own video camera etc., to the desired state by selecting a registered preset.

Note

’s direction, zoom and magnifier settings,

• For details about compatible video camera models, contact your dealer.

• You

1 Press [CAM Ctrl].

can recall a preset that was set by the other party for the other party’s video camera during a video

conference call.

• The site selection dialogue box is displayed.

Note

• After

the site selection dialogue box is displayed, if no operations are performed within approximately 3 seconds, the dialogue box will disappear.

Use [ ][ ] to select "Local Site" and press [Enter].

• The camera control screen is displayed.

3 Press a numeric button (1–9) to select the preset

number that you want to recall.

• The direction and zoom of your video camera will

change to that of the registered preset.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 67

Page 68

2, 4

Controlling a Video Camera

Changing Video Camera Settings

Whether or not you are on a video conference call, you can set the brightness and white balance, etc., of the video camera connected as the main or sub video camera on your side.

Note

• You

1 Press [CAM Ctrl].

may not be able to change the settings depending on your video camera model. For details about

compatible video camera models, contact your dealer.

• The site selection dialogue box is displayed.

Note

• After the site selection dialogue box is displayed, if no

operations are performed within approximately 3 seconds, the dialogue box will disappear.

Use [ ][ ] to select "Local Site" and press [Enter].

• The camera control screen is displayed.

68 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 69

Controlling a Video Camera

3 Press [Menu].

• The camera menu screen is displayed.

Use [ ][ ]

to select the item you want to set, and press [Enter].

• The setting screen for the selected item is displayed.

Note

• Some

items may not be displayed depending on your video

camera model.

• While you are configuring settings on the camera menu

screen, other parties cannot control your video camera.

"Brightness" screen "Brightness Mode": Press [Enter] and use [ "Auto" or "Manual".

][ ] to select

Note

• When "Manual"

by pressing the buttons on the remote control.

[B]: Dark [R]: Light

is selected, you can adjust the brightness

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 69

Page 70

Controlling a Video Camera

"White Balance" screen

function adjusts the colour so that white colours always appear

This white under various types of light sources.

"White Balance": Press [Enter] and use [ desired value for the white balance

2", "Outdoor (Sunny)", "Outdoor (Cloudy)", or "Calibrate").

Note

("Auto", "Indoor 1", "Indoor

][ ] to select the

• Unless the colour is unnatural due to the light source, for

instance, select "Auto".

• "Indoor 1" is recommended if the light source is an

incandescent lamp, etc. "Indoor 2" is recommended if the light source is a warm, white fluorescent lamp, sodium vapour lamp, etc.

• When "Calibrate" is selected, you can adjust the white

balance. Perform the following procedure:

1. Press [Enter].

• If the white balance had been set before by

selecting "Calibrate", that previously set state will be recalled.

2. Turn a piece of white paper toward the video camera.

3. Press [G].

"Focus"

"Focus Position": Press [Enter] and use [ "Center" or "Sides (Wide)". "Focus Mode": Press [Enter] and use [

or "Manual".

screen: Use [

to select the following items for input:

][ ]

][ ] to select

][ ] to select "Auto"

Note

• When "Manual" is selected, you can adjust the focus by

pressing the buttons on the remote control.

[B]: Near [R]: Far

"Backlight" screen

This

function adjusts the colour so that backlit objects do not appear

dark.

][ ]

][ ] to

to select

"Backlight Compensation": Press [Enter] and use [ select "ON" or "OFF".

"Flicker" screen This function corrects screen flicker.

"Flicker "ON" or "OFF".

70 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Compensation": Press [Enter] and use [

Page 71

"Digital Zoom" screen

function crops the centre part of the video image and enlarges

This it through digital processing.

][ ]

"Digital Zoom": Press [Enter] and use [

to select "ON" or

"OFF".

"Magnifier Settings" screen

This function crops a part of the video image and displays it in the four corners of the screen.

Controlling a Video Camera

"Magnifier": Press [Enter] and use [

][ ] to select "ON" or

"OFF".

Note

• If you want to use the magnifier function, perform the following procedure:

1. Select "ON" and press [Enter].

• Your own image is displayed in full screen, and a magnified image of your own is

displayed in the upper right subscreen.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 71

Page 72

upper right lower right lower left upper left

Controlling a Video Camera

2. Configure the advanced settings of the magnifier by pressing the [G] button on the remote

control.

Note

• The magnifier settings can be registered as a preset

(To change which position to magnify):

If you want to change which content to magnify, adjust the magnification position by pressing

[

][ ][ ][ ] to move the frame that indicates the area to magnify.

(To change the zoom level of the magnified image):

If you want to change the size of the magnified image displayed in the subscreen, press

[R] to zoom in, and press [B] to zoom out.

(To change the screen layout):

If you want to change the position of the magnified image on the screen, press [Y]. Each time you press [Y], the position of the magnified image will change in the following order:

(Page 65).

Example: When the dotted-line

part is magnified and

displayed in the upper left subscreen.

3. To return to the magnifier settings screen, press [Back]. To return to the camera menu screen, press [Menu].

Note

• After

completing settings on each settings screen, press [Enter]. After that, pressing [Menu] or

[Back] will display the camera menu screen.

72 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 73

1, 2

Adjusting the Volume

You can adjust the volume during a video conference call.

1 Press [Volume (+/–)].

• The volume level bar is displayed at the bottom of

the screen.

2 Adjust the volume using [Volume (+/–)].

• Pressing [+] will increase the volume of the other

party’s voice.

• Pressing [–] will decrease the volume of the other

party’s voice.

After about 3 seconds, the volume level bar disappears.

Note

• You can set the volume level of a video conference call before starting the call

• After ending a video conference call, the volume level returns to the volume level set before starting

the call.

(Page 102).

• You cannot adjust the display’s volume.

Adjusting the Volume and Tone

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 73

Page 74

Adjusting the Volume and Tone

Muting the Microphone

During party. You will be able to hear the other party’s voice, but they will not be able to hear you.

Note

a video conference call, you can mute the microphone so that your voice cannot be heard by the other

• You

can set the microphone(s) to be mute at the start of a received video conference call (Page 100).

Muting the Microphone (Operation with the Remote Control)

1 Press [MIC Mute].

• An icon appears in the status display area of the

screen (Page 36), Microphone (Page 26) becomes red. Make sure the colour of the LED changes.

• Pressing [MIC Mute] again will unmute the

microphone. The LED light on the Boundary Microphone (Page 26) becomes green. Make sure the colour of the LED changes.

and the LED light on the Boundary

74 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 75

Adjusting the Volume and Tone

Muting the Microphone (Operation with the Boundary Microphone)

1 Press the MIC Mute button.

• An icon appears in the status display area of

the screen Boundary Microphone (Page 26) becomes red. Make sure the colour of the LED changes.

• Pressing the MIC Mute button again will

unmute the microphone. The LED light on the Boundary Microphone (Page 26) becomes green. Make sure the colour of the LED changes.

Note

• When multiple Digital Boundary

• When using Digital Boundary

• If a headset is connected, the MIC Mute

(Page 36), and the LED light on the

Microphones are connected, pressing the MIC Mute button of one Digital Boundary Microphone will mute all Digital Boundary Microphones.

Microphones and an Analogue Boundary Microphone together, pressing the MIC Mute button on one Boundary Microphone will mute all Boundary Microphones only).

button on a Boundary Microphone will not work.

(KX-VC600

Digital Boundary Microphone

Analogue Boundary Microphone

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 75

Page 76

Adjusting the Volume and Tone

Reducing Microphone Noise (KX-VC600 only)

You

can reduce the amount of ambient noise picked up by the microphone (shuffling of papers, etc.) during a

video conference call. When noise reduction is in effect, the volume level of voices may also be reduced.

1 Press [Y].

• "Whisper Mode [ON]" is displayed, and noise

reduction is enabled.

• Pressing [Y] again will display "Whisper Mode

[OFF]", and noise reduction is disabled.

Note

• Noise reduction is available only when Digital

Boundary Microphones are connected.

• You can set whether to enable noise reduction

for a video conference call before starting the call (Page 101

• After a video conference call is finished, the

noise reduction setting returns to the value set before starting the call.

76 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 77

Adjusting the Tone

1, 2

You can adjust the tone during a video conference call.

Adjusting the Volume and Tone

1 Press [Tone (

/ )].

• The tone control dialogue box appears, and the

current tone setting is displayed.

2 Press [Tone ( / )] to select a tone setting.

• "More Highs": high-pitched sounds are amplified.

• "Standard": regular (default) sound.

• "More Lows": low-pitched sounds are amplified.

• "Voice":

a high level of ambient noise.

makes voices easier to hear when there is

• "Music": makes sounds with a broad frequency,

such as music, easier to hear.

After about 3 seconds, the tone control dialogue box disappears.

Note

• You can set the tone of a video conference call before starting the call

(Page 102).

• After a video conference call is finished, the tone setting returns to the value set before starting the

call.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 77

Page 78

DCE

Main video camera

Computer

Router

Internet

Displaying Other Video Sources

Displaying a Computer’s Screen

You can display a computer

’s screen on your display and to other parties by connecting the computer to the unit. This is convenient when explaining something on the computer’s screen while showing it to others, for example.

DCE: Data Circuit-terminating Equipment

Connecting the Computer

• Connect your computer

• Make sure the cable used has the correct connector shapes to connect to both your computer and to the

unit.

• You can connect or disconnect the computer during a video conference call.

• You can only display one computer’s screen at a time.

• The computer screen resolutions supported by the unit are VGA (640 ´ 480), SVGA (800 ´ 600), XGA

(1024 ´ 768), HD (1280 ´ 720), and WXGA (1280 ´ 768, 1280 ´ 800). SXGA (1280 ´ 1024) is not supported. For each resolution, the following settings are supported:

78 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

’s monitor output to the back of the unit using a VGA cable (Page 22).

Page 79

Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz)

VGA 60/72/75/85

SVGA 60/72/75/85

XGA 60/70/75/85

HD 49.827/50/59.855/59.941

WXGA 60/75

Displaying the Computer’s Screen

You

can switch the display from the main video camera to the computer screen during a video conference call.

Note

• In this manual, "displaying a computer

conference call participants by connecting your computer to the unit.

When using the KX-VC300, you can display the computer’s screen only. When using the KX-VC600, you can switch the display between the combined screen (the computer’s screen, and the video feeds from both you and the other party) and the computer-only screen. Regardless of the difference, "displaying a computer’s screen" can indicate either state.

Displaying Other Video Sources

’s screen" indicates showing your computer’s screen to video

1 Press [PC].

When using the

KX-VC600:

• The computer’s screen, and the video feeds from both you and

the other party are displayed together. The video feeds of you and the other party are displayed, from the upper-right of the screen with the other party’s image above your own image. The combined screen (the computer’s screen, and the video feeds from both you and the other party) is displayed both on your and the other party’s displays.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 79

Page 80

Computer’s Screen

Site 1

Site 2 Site 3

This Site

Displaying Other Video Sources

Example: During a 4-party video conference call

Note

(When using the

KX-VC600)

• In the combined screen display, the computer’s screen, your

own screen, and the other party’s screen are scaled and displayed at 95 % of their original sizes.

• You can press [Full Screen] to change between displaying/

hiding the guide area. (The guide area is initially hidden when displaying the computer’s screen.)

• Press [R] to display only the computer’s screen. Each time

you press [R], the display switches between the combined screen and the computer-only screen. (You can switch the display regardless of the guide area display state.)

80 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 81

Displaying Other Video Sources

• In

the following cases, only the computer screen’s image will

be shown, even if [PC] is pressed.

– You are using H.323 or connected to an MCU or

non-Panasonic video conference system.

– "Displays combined screen" (Page 101) is set to

"OFF" on the connection settings screen.

– One or more other parties in the video conference call is

using a software version older than 2.30 (not including

2.30).

When using the KX-VC300:

• The computer’s screen is shown on the display. The other

party’s display also shows the same screen.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 81

Page 82

Displaying Other Video Sources

Note

(When using the

• When using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or

non-Panasonic video conference system, the same screen may not be shown on the other party’s display depending on the other party’s screen layout. Ask the other party to change their screen layout to display your computer’s screen.

• When using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or

non-Panasonic video conference system, you may not be able to display the computer’s screen on the other party’s display. An error message is displayed. To return to displaying your main video camera’s image, press [Enter].

KX-VC300/KX-VC600)

• Pressing [Full Screen] on the remote control will hide or

unhide the other party displays.

’s information, duration, and guide

• When connecting to another Panasonic HD Visual

Communication Unit:

– While displaying your computer’s screen, the other party

cannot press [PC] to display their own computer’s screen.

a sub video camera is connected, you can also switch

– If

to the sub video camera’s image by pressing [Camera Sub] (Page 84). Only the party that pressed [PC] can perform this operation. To return to displaying your computer’s screen, press [PC].

– While displaying your computer’s screen, you can

switch to displaying the other party’s image in Layout 1 by pressing [B] (Page 55, Page 57, Page 60). However, the other party cannot perform this operation, and the other party cannot confirm if you are viewing your computer’s screen or the other party’s image. When viewing the other party’s image, the screen layout is fixed to Layout 1. To return to displaying your computer’s screen, press [B].

• When using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or

non-Panasonic video conference system:

– Even while displaying your computer’s screen, it is also

possible for the other party to start sharing their computer’s screen. In this case, note that the other party’s computer screen will be displayed as the other party’s image on your screen.

a sub video camera is connected, you can also switch

– If

to the sub video camera’s image by pressing [Camera Sub] (Page 84). To return to displaying your computer’s screen, press [PC]. It is also possible for the other party to start sharing their sub video camera’s image. In this case, note that the other party’s sub video camera’s image will be displayed as the other party’s image on your screen.

82 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 83

Displaying Other Video Sources

– While displaying your computer

switch to displaying the other party’s image in Layout 1 by pressing [B] (Page 55). To return to displaying your computer’s screen, press [R].

2 Press [Camera Main

image.

Note

• Only

Note

• On

on your display by pressing [PC]. While the computer’s screen is displayed, the unit will not enter screen standby mode. To return to the Home screen, press [Camera Main].

the party that pressed the [PC] button can perform this

operation.

the Home screen, you can also display the computer’s screen

] to return to showing the main video camera’s

’s screen, you can

Displaying the computer’s screen using the dual stream ability

When "Receive H.239 Call" is set to "ON" on the connection settings screen (Page 101 other party can be combined and displayed together on your display using the dual stream ability (H.239).

Note

), the video feeds and computer screen sent from the

• Dual stream is available only when you are using H.323 and

connected to an MCU or non-Panasonic video conference system.

• You can switch the display by pressing the buttons on the remote

control.

– Press [R] to display only the computer’s screen. Each time

you press [R], the display switches between the combined screen and the computer-only screen.

Receiving a dual stream (combined screen)

Receiving a dual stream (computer-only screen)

– Press [B] to display the other party’s image in full screen.

Each time you press [B], the display switches between the other party’s image and the dual stream reception screen.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 83

Page 84

DCE

Main video camera

Sub video camera

Router

Internet

Displaying Other Video Sources

Displaying the Sub Video Camera’s Image

When a sub video camera is connected to the unit, you can display the sub video camera display and to other parties. You and the other party can control the displayed image (Page 63).

DCE: Data Circuit-terminating Equipment

’s image on your

Connecting the Sub Video Camera

• Connect a video camera to the back of the unit using an HDMI cable

• You can connect or disconnect the sub video camera during a video conference call.

• You can only display the image of one sub video camera at a time.

• Only video cameras that can output 1080i resolution using HDMI can be used.

(Page 22).

84 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 85

Displaying the Sub Video Camera’s Image

You

can switch the display from the main video camera to a sub video camera during a video conference call.

1 Press [Camera Sub].

• The sub video camera

also visible on the other party’s display.

Note

• When using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or

non-Panasonic video conference system, the same image depending on the other party’s screen layout. Ask the other party to change their screen layout to display your sub video camera’s image.

Note

may not be shown on the other party’s display

• Pressing [Full Screen

unhide the other party’s information, duration, and guide displays.

• When connecting to another Panasonic HD Visual

Communication Unit:

– While displaying your sub video camera’s image, the

other party cannot press [Camera Sub] to display their own sub video camera’s image.

– If a computer is connected you can also switch to the

computer screen’s image by pressing [PC] (Page 78). Only the party that pressed [Camera Sub] can perform this operation. To return to displaying your sub video camera’s image, press [Camera Sub].

– While displaying your sub video camera’s image, you

can switch to displaying the other party’s image in Layout 1 by pressing [B] (Page 55, Page 57, Page 60). However, the other party cannot perform this operation, and the other party cannot confirm if you are viewing your sub video camera’s image or the other party’s image. When viewing the other party’s image, the screen layout is fixed to Layout

1. To return to displaying your sub video camera’s image, press [B].

’s image is displayed. The image is

] on the remote control will hide or

Displaying Other Video Sources

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 85

Page 86

Displaying Other Video Sources

• When using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or

non-Panasonic video conference system:

– Even while displaying your sub video camera

image, it is also possible for the other party to start sharing their sub video camera’s image. In this case, note that the other party’s sub video camera’s image will be displayed as the other party’s image on your screen.

– If a computer is connected, you can also switch to

the computer screen’s image by pressing [PC] (Page 78). To return to displaying your sub video camera’s image, press [Camera Sub]. It is also possible for the other party to start sharing their computer’s screen. In this case, note that the other party’s computer screen will be displayed as the other party’s image on your screen.

– While displaying your sub video camera’s image,

you can switch to displaying the other party’s image in Layout 1 by pressing [B] (Page 55). To return to displaying your sub video camera’s image, press [R].

’s

2 Press [Camera Main] to return to showing the main video

camera’s image.

Note

• Only the party that pressed [Camera Sub] can perform

this operation.

Note

• On the Home screen, you can also display the sub video

camera’s image on your display by pressing [Camera Sub]. While

the sub video camera’s image is displayed, the unit will not enter screen standby mode. To return to the Home screen, press [Camera Main].

86 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 87

Displaying Other Video Sources

Displaying a Still Image from the Sub Video Camera

You can display a still image from the sub video camera during a video conference call.

Note

• Fix your sub video camera and the object so that the image is not blurred.

• You

1 Press [Camera Sub].

2 Press [R].

cannot perform this operation when using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or non-Panasonic video

conference system.

• The sub video camera

’s image is displayed.

• The still image from your sub video camera is

displayed on your display and the other party display.

Note

• The

image becomes gradually clear after a black

screen is displayed for about 1 second.

’s

• If you press [R] while the still image is being sent,

the image taken when you pressed [R] the second time is sent to other party’s display again.

• If the network has low bandwidth and a high rate

of packet loss, either it will take a long time to display a clear image, or a blurred image will be displayed.

3 Press [G].

• The display switches from the still image back to the

normal sub video camera image.

Note

• A black screen is displayed for about 1 second

after you press [G].

4 Press [Camera Main].

• The screen returns to the main video camera

image.

’s

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 87

Page 88

Displaying the Connection Status

You can confirm the connection status of the network and peripheral devices.

1 Press [Status].

• The connections status screen is displayed. An

"X" mark is displayed next to any network or peripheral devices connection that is not in normal operation or not connected.

Example: The Boundary Microphone connection is not normally operating.

Note

• "MIC" displays the connection status of the

Boundary Microphone or headset only. The connection status of general

-purpose

microphones is not displayed.

• If the MIC detection setting has been disabled

through system settings, the connection status of the Boundary Microphone or headset will not be displayed (Page 100).

2 Press [Back].

• The display returns to the screen in use before the

connections status screen was viewed.

88 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 89

Displaying Unit Information

1 Press [Status] twice.

• The unit information screen is displayed.

Displaying the Connection Status

Note

• When you are not using a SIP server, "SIP

Username"

and "SIP Domain Name" will be blank.

• The status of communication encryption is displayed

under "Encryption" and the resolution for sending images is displayed under "Resolution (send)". This information is not displayed when communication is not occurring.

• When you are not on the video conference call and

both "SIP" and "H.323" are set to "ON" (Page 115), you can switch the unit information screen between SIP and H.323 by pressing [G].

• If [Status] is pressed twice during a video

conference call, you can press [R] to switch to the next screen. That screen displays the unit name, IP address (or host name)/SIP URI (or SIP user name)/ MCU’s conference room number@IP address/ MCU’s SIP user name@IP address/H.323 extension/H.323 name, packet loss rate, connection bandwidth, resolution, frame rate and field frequency for the 3 parties displayed under "Site 1", "Site 2" and "Site 3".

"Frequency" is not displayed when using H.323 or connecting to an MCU or non-Panasonic video conference system.

Depending on the other party, "Name" may be blank.

*1*2

• When

using H.323, and "Receive H.239 Call" is set to "ON" (Page 101), the information for one site may include the information about multiple received images.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 89

Page 90

Displaying the Connection Status

2 Press [Back].

• The display returns to the screen in use before the step

1 was performed.

90 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 91

Activating Enhanced Features

Overview of Activation Keys

You

can enhance the following types of features with an activation key (sold separately). For details about the

settings, refer to Page 127.

Model No. Product Name Activation Key Type Target Model Description

KX-VCS301 Activation Key Card

(4-Point

Connection)

KX-VCS401 Activation Key Card

(1080 Full HD)

Note

4-Point Connection KX-VC300 Enables the feature for

making multiple-party video conference calls.

1080 Full HD KX-VC300 Enables the feature for

sending images in Full HD resolution.

• Once you have activated new features (Page 127), they remain activated even after software updates

About Enhanced Features

or a system initialisation.

• Features can be activated only one at a time (Page 127). To activate multiple features, you must

perform activation multiple times. A restart is necessary for each activation.

• If the hardware changes, for example if you exchange the unit, you must re-acquire the registration

key and activate the features again. In this case, the registration key can be re-acquired free of charge.

Enabling Multiple-Party Video Conference Calls (KX-VC300 only)

If you are using the KX-VC300, you cannot make 3-party/4-party video conference calls unless the multiple-party video conference call feature has first been enabled by purchasing an activation key card (KX-VCS301) (Page 127). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

Enabling the Sending of Images in Full HD Resolution (KX-VC300 only)

If you are using the KX-VC300, you can only send images in HD (1280 ´ 720) unless the feature for sending images in Full HD (1920 ´ 1080) has first been enabled by purchasing an activation key card (KX-VCS401) (Page 127). To enable images to be sent at Full HD resolution, change the maximum resolution setting (Page 99, Page 133). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 91

Page 92

Contacts and Settings

Adding Contacts to the Contact List

You can register the information of up to 300 contacts in the contact list.

Note

a video conference call is received while data

• If

is being entered, a dialogue box to confirm if you answer a video conference call is displayed.

Use [ [Enter].

– When "Yes" is selected, you can answer a

– When "No" is selected, you can continue

• You can use the administrator menu to prohibit

adding, editing, and deleting items in the contacts list (Page 123).

Registering a New Contact

Registering a Single-party Contact

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The

][ ]

to select "Yes" or "No" and press

video conference call while any unsaved data is lost.

entering the data.

][ ] to select "New Contact" and press

contact list registration screen is displayed.

3. Use [ ][ ]

"Group/Site": Enter a name for the contact (up to

24 characters) (Page 137).

"Speed Dial": Enter a speed dial number (1–300). "Max. Bandwidth": Press [Enter] and use [ [ ] to select the maximum allowed bandwidth to be used (256 kbps, 384 kbps, 512 kbps, 768 kbps, 1.0 Mbps, 1.2 Mbps, 1.5 Mbps,

2.0 Mbps, 2.5 Mbps, 3.0 Mbps, 3.5 Mbps,

4.0 Mbps, 4.5 Mbps, 5.0 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps,

6.0 Mbps, 6.5 Mbps, 7.0 Mbps, 7.5 Mbps,

8.0 Mbps, 8.5 Mbps, 9.0 Mbps, 10.0 Mbps, Not Specified [default]).

Note

to select the following items for input:

• When "Not Specified" is selected, the

maximum bandwidth that is set on the connection settings screen on the select local site screen when a local site is selected (Page 131) is applied.

(Page 98), or

• The maximum bandwidth during a video

conference call adjusts to that of the party that has set the lowest bandwidth for the maximum bandwidth setting among all participating parties.

• Video conferences cannot use more

bandwidth than the maximum bandwidth setting set by your dealer. For details, contact your dealer.

• When you make a 3-party video conference

call, select "1.0 Mbps" or a higher setting. If a lower setting is selected, there may be problems with video or audio quality.

• When you make a 4-party video conference

call, select "1.5 Mbps" or a higher setting. If a lower setting is selected, there may be problems with video or audio quality.

"Call Type": Use [ (SIP or H.323).

"Multi-Point": Use [ ][ ] to select "No". "Address": Enter an IP address (or host name),

SIP URI (or SIP user name), H.323 extension, H. 323

name, or MCU’s conference room number@IP

address.

][ ] to select the call type

]

Note

• When entering an IP address, if the IP

address these numbers as they are. Do not enter like [.001]. Example: The IP address is [192.168.0.1].

contains 1 or 2 digit numbers, enter

– Correct entry: [192.168.0.1] – Wrong entry: [192.168.000.001]

92 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 93

Contacts and Settings

• See Page 40 for details about the

characters that can be input for address entry.

• If

the other party has the same SIP domain name as yours, you can register only their SIP user name. If the other party has a different SIP domain name from yours, their SIP domain name must be entered along with their SIP user name.

• If the SIP domain name is not entered, your

own SIP domain name is automatically appended to the registered contact. This may result in a different, unintended party being registered as a contact, so be careful when entering a contact’s information.

• When using H.323, you can also call by

entering the other party’s IP address (or host name) %H.323 extension number (or H.323 name).

• Enter a standards-compliant value.

For details, contact your network administrator.

4. Press [G].

• A dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

is displayed.

5. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

Note

• To continue entering another contact, press

[B] and repeat steps 3–5.

6. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Registering a Multiple-party Contact

2. Use [ ][ ] to select "New Contact" and press

[Enter].

• The

3. Use [ ][ ]

"Group/Site": Enter a name for the video

conference call (up to 24 characters) (Page 137).

"Speed Dial": Enter a speed dial number (1–300). "Multi-Point": Use [ "3 sites".

For "Site 1"/"Site 2"/"Site 3": Use the following procedure to select these from the contact list screen.

contact list registration screen is displayed.

to select the following items for input:

][ ] to select "2 sites" or

1. Use [ ][ ] to select "Site 1", "Site 2" or

"Site 3".

2. Press [Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

3. Select a contact using [

• You can use [

buttons of the remote control to select the displayed tab (Page

][ ].

][ ] or the numeric

45).

4. Press [Enter].

• The contact list registration screen is

displayed.

Note

• When using H.323, you cannot register a

multiple-party contact.

• If you are using the KX-VC300, registering a

multiple-party contact can only be done after purchasing an activation key card (KX-VCS301) to activate multiple conference calls (Page 127). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

-party video

1. Press [Menu].

Note

• When "Multi-Point" is set to "2 sites" or

"3 sites", the maximum bandwidth that is

set on the connection settings screen (Page 98), or on the select local site screen when a local site is selected (Page 131) is applied.

4. Press [G].

• A

dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

is displayed.

• The Menu screen is displayed.

5. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 93

Page 94

Contacts and Settings

Note

• To

continue entering another contact, press

[B] and repeat steps 3–5.

6. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Editing Contact Information

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

3. Use [

• You can use [

][ ] to select "Contact List" and press

to select the contact you want to edit.

][ ]

or the numeric buttons of

the remote control to select the displayed tab (Page 45).

9. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Deleting a Contact

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

][ ] to select "Contact List" and press

4. Press [Enter].

• The contact list details screen is displayed.

5. Press [G].

• The contact list edit screen is displayed.

6. Use [ ][ ]

make any changes (Page 137).

to select the item you want to edit and

3. Use [ ][ ] to select the contact you want to

delete.

][ ]

• You

can use [

the remote control to select the displayed tab (Page 45).

or the numeric buttons of

4. Press [R].

• A dialogue box to confirm the deletion is

displayed.

5. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The contact list screen is displayed.

6. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

7. Press [G].

• A dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

is displayed.

8. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The contact list details screen is displayed.

94 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 95

Contacts and Settings

Registering a Contact from the Call History

Registering a Single-party Contact

You can register a contact to the contact list from the call history.

Note

• Also,

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The outgoing call history screen is displayed.

3. Use [

want to add as a contact, and press [B].

• The

you may not be able to register a SIP URI

(or SIP user name), H.323 extension, or H.323 name from the incoming call history to the contact list for reasons such as non-compliance with the relevant standards. In this case, contact your network administrator.

][ ] to select "Call History" and press

Note

• To refer to the incoming call history,

press [G].

][ ] to select the single-party entry you

contact list registration screen is displayed.

6. Use [ ][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The outgoing or incoming call history screen is

displayed, depending on which of the screens you displayed in step 2.

7. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Registering a Multiple-party Contact

can register a multiple-party contact to the contact

You list from the outgoing call history.

Note

• When you register a multiple

the contact list from the call history, each party is also registered automatically as a single-party contact and each IP address (or host name)/SIP URI (or SIP user name) is registered in "Group/Site".

• When using H.323, you cannot register a

multiple-party contact.

• Also, you may not be able to register a SIP URI

(or SIP user name) from the incoming call history to the contact list for reasons such as non-compliance with the relevant standards. In this case, contact your network administrator.

• If you are using the KX-VC300, registering a

multiple-party contact can only be done after purchasing an activation key card (KX-VCS301) to activate multiple-party video conference calls (Page 127). For details about the activation key, contact your dealer.

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

-party contact to

2. Use [

[Enter].

][ ] to select "Call History" and press

• The outgoing call history screen is displayed.

4. Use [ ][ ] to select the necessary items and

input information (Page

137).

5. Press [G].

• A dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

is displayed.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 95

Page 96

Contacts and Settings

3. Use [ ][ ] to select the multiple-party entry you

want to add as a multiple [B].

-party contact, and press

• The contact list registration screen is displayed.

4. Use [ ][ ] to select the necessary items and

input information (Page

137).

5. Press [G].

• A dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

is displayed.

6. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The call history screen is displayed.

Changing System Settings

Note

a video conference call is received while data

• If

is being entered, a dialogue box to confirm if you answer a video conference call is displayed.

Use [ [Enter].

• When "Yes" is selected, you can answer a

• When "No" is selected, you can continue

Setting the Unit Name

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The system settings screen is displayed.

3. Use [

press [Enter].

• The unit name setting screen is displayed.

][ ]

to select "Yes" or "No" and press

video conference call while any unsaved data is lost.

entering the data.

][ ] to select "Settings" and press

][ ] to select "System Settings" and

7. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

4. Enter a unit name (up to 24 characters)

(Page 137).

5. Press [G].

dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

• A

is displayed.

96 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 97

Contacts and Settings

6. Use [ ][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The system settings screen is displayed.

7. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Setting the Date and Time

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The system settings screen is displayed.

3. Use [

[Enter].

• The date/time settings screen is displayed.

][ ] to select "Settings" and press

][ ] to select "Set Date/Time" and press

Making Network Settings

Note

• You

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The system settings screen is displayed.

3. Use [

press [Enter].

• The network settings screen is displayed.

can use the administrator menu to hide the

network settings screen (Page 123).

][ ] to select "Settings" and press

][ ] to select "Network Settings" and

4. Use [ ][ ]

"IP Address": Use [ IP address information for this unit ("IP Address",

4. Use [ ][ ] to select the item and input

information.

• Enter

the year (4 digits), month (1–2 digits), day (1–2 digits), time (24 hour display), and select the date format (Month/Day/Year, Day/Month/ Year, Year/Month/Day) and hour display format (12h/24h).

5. Press [G].

• A dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

and system restart after saving is displayed.

6. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

"Subnet mask", "Default Gateway") will be

obtained automatically from a DHCP server or will be set manually.

– "Auto" (default): Obtain the IP address

information automatically.

– "Manual": Set the IP address information

manually.

Note

• Even if you have selected "Auto", you still

• The system will automatically restart to reflect

changes to system settings.

"IP Address": Enter the IP address of the unit. "Subnet mask": Enter the subnet mask.

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 97

to select the following items for input:

][ ] to select whether the

may not be able to acquire an IP address due to problems such as network congestion. In this case, "Address is not assigned" the Home screen. Contact your network administrator.

is displayed in the upper right of

Page 98

Contacts and Settings

"Default Gateway": Enter the IP address of the

default gateway.

Note

• "IP Address", "Subnet mask", and

"Default Gateway" can be entered only if "IP Address" is set to "Manual".

• If the value for "IP Address", "Subnet

mask",

2 digits numbers, enter these numbers as they are. Do not enter like [.001]. Example: The IP address is [192.168.0.1].

or "Default Gateway" contains 1 or

– Correct entry: [192.168.0.1] – Wrong entry: [192.168.000.001]

"DNS Server": Use [ IP address information for the DNS servers

("Primary DNS Server Server") will be obtained automatically from a DHCP server or will be set manually.

][ ] to select whether the

", "Secondary DNS

– "Auto" (default): Obtain the IP address

information automatically.

– "Manual": Set the IP address information

manually.

5. Press [G].

• A

dialogue box to confirm the saving of settings

is displayed.

6. Use [

][ ] to select "Yes" and press [Enter].

• The system settings screen is displayed.

7. Press [Home].

• The Home screen is displayed.

Making Connection Settings

Note

• You

1. Press [Menu].

• The Menu screen is displayed.

2. Use [

[Enter].

• The system settings screen is displayed.

can use the administrator menu to hide the

connection settings screen (Page 123).

][ ] to select "Settings" and press

Note

• To select "Auto", "IP Address" must be

set to "Auto".

• The

DNS server setting is necessary to use

the following features.

– Call by specifying the host name – Setting the SIP server or gatekeeper

address by host name

– Checking for software updates – Downloading the latest version over the

network

"Primary DNS Server": Enter the IP address of the primary DNS server. "Secondary DNS Server": Enter the IP address of the secondary DNS server.

Note

• "Primary DNS Server

DNS Server" can be entered only if "DNS Server" is set to "Manual".

" and "Secondary

• If the value for "Primary DNS Server" or

"Secondary DNS Server" contains 1 or 2

digits numbers, enter these numbers as they are. Do not enter like [.001]. Example: The IP address is [192.168.0.1].

– Correct entry: [192.168.0.1] – Wrong entry: [192.168.000.001]

3. Use [

[Enter].

][ ] to select "Call set up" and press

• The connection settings screen is displayed.

4. Use [ ][ ]

to select the following items for input:

• The following items are displayed over 3 pages.

To view all the items, press [R] to move to the next page, and press [B] to move to the previous page.

Note

• You must save the settings separately

for each screen on which you changed the settings.

98 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Page 99

Contacts and Settings

• When "SIP" is set to "OFF" on the call

type settings screen (Page 115

"Encryption (SIP)", "Quality of Service", "Audio only mode", "Still image quality", and "Displays combined screen" cannot be set.

• When "H.323" is set to "OFF" on the

call type settings screen (Page 115),

"Encryption (H.323)" and "Receive H. 239 Call" cannot be set.

"Answer Mode": Use [

answer video conference calls or "Auto") (Page 51).

"Max. Bandwidth": Press [Enter] and use [ [ ] to select the maximum allowed bandwidth to be used (256 kbps, 384 kbps, 512 kbps,

768 kbps, 1.0 Mbps, 1.2 Mbps, 1.5 Mbps,

2.0 Mbps, 2.5 Mbps, 3.0 Mbps, 3.5 Mbps,

4.0 Mbps, 4.5 Mbps, 5.0 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps,

6.0 Mbps, 6.5 Mbps, 7.0 Mbps, 7.5 Mbps,

8.0 Mbps, 8.5 Mbps, 9.0 Mbps [default],

10.0 Mbps).

Note

][ ] to select how to

("Manual" [default]

]

• The maximum bandwidth during a video

conference call adjusts to that of the party that has set the lowest bandwidth for the maximum bandwidth setting among all participating parties.

• You

cannot select a value that is higher than the maximum bandwidth set by the dealer. For details, contact your dealer.

• When you make a 3-party video conference

call, select a value of "1.0 Mbps" or higher. Otherwise, the image quality and the sound quality cannot be guaranteed.

• When you make a 4-party video conference

call, select a value of "1.5 Mbps" or higher. Otherwise, the image quality and the sound quality cannot be guaranteed.

"Encryption (SIP)"/"Encryption (H.323)": Use

][ ] to select whether to enable encryption.

[

– "ON": Encryption is enabled. – "OFF" (default): Encryption is disabled.

Note

• Be careful when changing encryption

settings because doing so may cause you to become unable to communicate with other parties.

• Be aware that if encryption is disabled,

eavesdropping might be possible on

networks that are not secured against such actions.

• If you cannot specify a value for

"Encryption (SIP)"/"Encryption (H.323)" because the setting is unavailable, contact your network administrator.

"Video Quality": Use [ ][ ] to select between prioritising smooth movement or image quality for

video.

– "Motion" (default): Prioritise smooth

movement.

– "Sharpness": Prioritise image quality.

Note

one of the other parties is using a software

• If

version older than 2.30 (not including 2.30),

"Motion" will be selected.

"Max Resolution": Press [Enter] and use [ [ ] to select the maximum display resolution of the

main video camera and sub video camera used during a video conference call.

]

– "Full HD": Maximum resolution: 1920 ´ 1080 – "HD" (default [for KX-VC300]): Maximum

resolution: 1280 ´ 720

– "Auto" (default [for KX-VC600]): This mode

selects either "Full HD" or "HD" according to the available bandwidth.

Note

• Selecting "Auto"

or "HD" is recommended.

• If you are using the KX-VC300 and you want

to set "Max Resolution" to "Full HD" or set

"Video Quality" to "Motion" to set "Max Resolution" to "Auto", you must purchase

an activation key card (KX-VCS401) to enable sending images in Full HD resolution (Page 127).

• When "Video Quality" is set to

"Sharpness", "Full HD" and "HD" are fixed at the maximum resolutions. If you want to change the resolution to suit the network conditions, select "Auto".

• If you are using a network with narrow

bandwidth or if you select a low bandwidth setting, video display may be delayed if "Video Quality" is set to "Sharpness".

• When "Video Quality" is set to "Motion"

and "Full HD" is selected, if the other party has a low bandwidth, the display resolution may be lower than when "HD" or "Auto" is selected.

• When making a 3-party video conference

call, the main video camera will be

Document Version 2013-09 User Manual 99

Page 100

Contacts and Settings

automatically set to "HD", specified "Full HD".

even if you have

• When making a 4-party video conference

call, the main video camera and sub video camera will be automatically set to "HD", even if you have specified "Full HD".

• The value that you select here does not

influence the unit’s operation when you connect to an MCU or non-Panasonic video conference system.

"Quality of Service": Use [ between prioritising sound or images when

bandwidth is low or the network is congested.

][ ] to select

– "Audio" (default): When bandwidth is low

sound quality is prioritised, and when the network is congested sound disturbance is reduced.

– "Video": Even when bandwidth is low or the

network is congested, image quality is prioritised.

Note

• The value that you select here does not

influence the unit connect to an MCU or non-Panasonic video conference system.

’s operation when you

• If one of the other parties is using a software

version older than 2.30 (not including 2.30),

"Audio" will be selected.

"Audio only mode": Use [

whether to use only audio communication (Audio-only mode) when bandwidth is limited or when there is network congestion. When in Audio-only party. Instead, a blue screen is sent.

mode, your image is not sent to the other

][ ] to select

– "ON": Communication will become audio only

if there is limited bandwidth or network congestion.

– "OFF" (default): Communication will not

become audio only, even if there is limited bandwidth or network congestion.

Note

• To

select "ON", "Quality of Service" must

be set to "Audio".

• Contents cannot be shared while in Audio

only mode.

• The value that you select here does not

influence the unit’s operation when you connect to an MCU or non-Panasonic video conference system.

• When one of the other parties is using a

software version older than 2.30 (not

including 2.30), communication will not become audio only even if "Audio only mode" is set to "ON".

• When

"Still image quality": Use [ display

from the sub video camera to other parties.

changing to Audio-only mode, it may take some time for the blue screen to be displayed. Until the blue screen is displayed, the image may become distorted.

][ ] to select the

resolution to use when you send still images

– "Full HD" (default [for KX-VC600]): The

resolution of still images is Full HD.

– "HD" (default [for KX-VC300]): The resolution

of still images is HD.

Note

• The value that you select here does not

influence the unit connect to an MCU or non-Panasonic video conference system.

’s operation when you

• If the network has low bandwidth and a high

rate of packet loss, selecting "HD" is recommended. For details, contact your dealer.

• If you are using the KX-VC300, "Full HD"

can only be selected after purchasing an activation key card (KX-VCS401) to enable sending images in Full HD resolution (Page 127).

• During a 4-party video conference call, the

display resolution will be "HD", even if you have specified "Full HD".

"Default MIC Mute set": Use [ whether

received video conference call.

to mute the microphone(s) at the start of a

][ ] to select

– "ON": Mutes the microphone(s). – "OFF" (default): Does not mute the

microphone(s). "Call Limit time": Enter the maximum length of time for the duration of a video conference call (in hours and minutes).

Note

• If you set 0 hours 0 minutes (default), the

call time is unlimited.

• If the duration of a video conference call

exceeds will be automatically disconnected.

"MIC detection": Use [ enable the detection of the connection status of the

Boundary Microphones or headset.

the specified length of time, the call

to select whether to

][ ]

100 User Manual Document Version 2013-09

Panasonic KX-VC600 Operating Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

For Your Safety

For Your Safety

Before Operation

Notes about Operation

Data Security

Privacy and Right of Publicity

Precaution

Precaution

Federal Communications Commission Requirements

Preparation

Accessory Information

Part Names and Usage

Main Unit (Front)

Main Unit (Back)

Remote Control

Boundary Microphone (Optional Accessory)

LED Patterns

Screen Standby

Connecting the Unit

Turning the Power On/Off

Screen Display

Home Screen (Idle Screen)

Menu Screen (Idle Screen)

Video Conference Call Screen

Entering characters

Making a Video Conference Call

Starting a Video Conference

Calling Using Speed Dial (2-party Conference/3-party Conference/ 4-party Conference)

Calling from the Contact List (2-party Conference/3-party Conference/4-party Conference)

Calling by Entering an Address Directly

Calling from the Call History

Answering a Video Conference Call

Connecting to a Non-Panasonic Video Conference System

Connecting to an MCU

Changing the Screen Layout

Changing the Screen Layout during a 2-party Video Conference Call

Changing the Screen Layout during a 3-party Video Conference Call

Changing the Screen Layout during a 4-party Video Conference Call

Controlling a Video Camera

Controlling a Video Camera

Registering a Preset

Recalling a Registered Preset

Changing Video Camera Settings

Adjusting the Volume

Adjusting the Volume and Tone

Muting the Microphone

Reducing Microphone Noise (KX-VC600 only)

Adjusting the Tone

Displaying Other Video Sources

Displaying a Computer’s Screen

Displaying the Sub Video Camera’s Image

Displaying the Connection Status

Displaying the Connection Status

Displaying Unit Information

Activating Enhanced Features

Overview of Activation Keys

About Enhanced Features

Enabling Multiple-Party Video Conference Calls (KX-VC300 only)

Enabling the Sending of Images in Full HD Resolution (KX-VC300 only)

Contacts and Settings

Adding Contacts to the Contact List

Registering a New Contact

Editing Contact Information

Deleting a Contact

Registering a Contact from the Call History

Changing System Settings

Setting the Unit Name

Setting the Date and Time

Making Network Settings

Making Connection Settings