Polycom vsx 7000 User Manual

Using Your
Polycom® Video Conferencing
System

A Beginner’s Guide to Video Conferencing Features & Use

SERMC Contact: Tad Hunt [phone] [e-mail] SKC Contact: [phone] [e-mail]

Welcome to Polycom Video Conferencing!

Welcome to Video Conferencing!

Thank you for purchasing a Polycom® video conferencing system from SKC
Communication Products, Inc. Polycom systems are designed to provide the highest
quality audio and video performance in an easy-to-use system. This user guide
describes the basic system features and how to use them.

About SKC

SKC is a leading provider and integrator of telephony and conferencing solutions from industry leading
manufacturers, including Polycom, Avaya, and Plantronics. As a Platinum Certified Polycom reseller, you can
expect the highest levels of service and support from our account teams, engineers, and support technicians.

24-Hour Test Sites

As you become familiar with your new Polycom video conferencing system, feel free to use our test sites. Our
24/7 testing facilities can be reached at the numbers below. If you would like someone to join your test call
on our end, please call [phone], extension 4, during regular business hours.

IP Test Site: 12.158.130.34
ISDN Test Site: 913.693.8252

For Additional Support

For more detailed product information, please reference the documentation CD included with the VSX 7000,
or contact the SKC video support team. Additional product information is also available online at
www.skccom.com.

Video Support: [phone], Ext. 4
Account Support: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Hub Site Coordinator

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Table of Contents

Welcome to Polycom Video Conferencing! ...................................................................................................... 2

What’s Included with Your VSX 7000 .................................................................................................................. 4

What’s Included with Your ViewStation FX ....................................................................................................... 5

Using the Remote Control...................................................................................................................................... 6

Setting Up the VSX 7000......................................................................................................................................... 7

Setting Up the ViewStation FX ............................................................................................................................. 8

Placing, Answering & Ending Video Calls .......................................................................................................... 9

Volume & Mute Control........................................................................................................................................... 9

MultiPoint Video Calls............................................................................................................................................10

Cameras & Camera Presets...................................................................................................................................11

Displaying a Document Camera or DVD/VCR ...............................................................................................11

Sharing PC Content ................................................................................................................................................12

Visual Concert FX & Visual Concert VSX ..........................................................................................................12

Full Screen and Picture-in-Picture Viewing ....................................................................................................13

Dual Monitor Emulation .......................................................................................................................................14

Do Not Disturb Setting ..........................................................................................................................................14

Tips for Effective Video Conferences ................................................................................................................16

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What’s Included with Your VSX 7000

VSX 7000 Set-Top Codec

• Sits on your monitoror on a shelf above the monitor

• Built in pan/tilt/zoom camera with auto focus

• Built in speaker

VSX 7000 Subwoofer

• Picks up lower voice frequencies for enhanced audio quality

• Connects system to power supply

• Houses Quad BRI module in ISDN systems

• Connects V.35 serial interface, when applicable

VSX 7000 Microphone

• 360° pick up

• Center push-to-mute button turns red when muted

• Connects directly to the VSX 7000, or to Visual Concert VSX

• Can add 2 additional mics, or 1 mic and a Visual Concert VSX

Polycom Remote Control

• Enhanced design groups color coded buttons by function

• Used to operate VSX 7000 and navigate on-screen menus

• Uses 3 - AAA batteries (included)

• See page 6 for detailed remote control diagram

Optional Accessory Items & Upgrades

Available separately, or in bundled packages. Contact your SKC Account Executive for more information.

Additional Mic Pods

• For increased coverage in larger conference rooms

• VSX 7000 supports up to 3 total add-ons, which can be either
3 mics total, or 2 mics & Visual Concert VSX

Visual Concert VSX

• Sends live PC/laptop graphics to the video conference

• Connects through the microphone port

• Mic pods attach to the Visual Concert VSX

Dual Display Adapter Cable

• Connects second monitor or VGA projector

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What’s Included with Your ViewStation FX

ViewStation FX Set-Top Codec

• Sits on your monitor or on a shelf above the monitor

• Built in pan/tilt/zoom camera with auto focus

ViewStation Microphones - Qty. 2

• 360° pick up

• Center push-to-mute button turns red when muted

• Connects directly to the ViewStation FX, or to Visual Concert FX

Polycom Remote Control

• Enhanced design groups color coded buttons by function

• Used to operate ViewStation FX and navigate on-screen menus

• Uses 3 - AAA batteries (included)

• See page 6 for detailed remote control diagram

Optional Accessory Items & Upgrades

Available separately, or in bundled packages. Contact your SKC Account Executive for more information.

Visual Concert FX

• Sends live PC/laptop graphics to the video conference

• Connects through the microphone port

• Mic pods attach to the Visual Concert FX

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Using the Remote Control

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