Sony IPELA PCS-G50, IPELA PCS-G50P Operating Instructions Manual
3-872-304-11 (1)
Video
Communication
System
Operating Instructions (Version 2.0)
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for
future reference.
PCS-G50/G50P
© 2005 Sony Corporation
Owner’s Record
The model and the serial numbers are
located at the bottom. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer
to these numbers whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. PCS-G50/G50P
Serial No. ______________
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not
open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
WARNING
This unit has no power switch.
When installing the unit, incorporate a
readily accessible disconnect device in the
fixed wiring, or connect the power cord to
socket-outlet which must be provided near
the unit and easily accessible.
If a fault should occur during operation of
the unit, operate the disconnect device to
switch the power supply off, or disconnect
the power cord.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
For the customers in the USA
WARNING
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V
may require the use of a different line cord or
attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk
of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
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 (2) this device
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CAUTION for LAN port
For safety reasons, do not connect the LAN
port to any network devices that might have
excessive voltage.
Installing batteries
Two R03 (size AAA) batteries are supplied
for Remote Commander.
To avoid risk of explosion, use R03 (size
AAA) manganese or alkaline batteries.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
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You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
The shielded interface cable recommended
in this manual must be used with this
equipment in order to comply with the limits
for a computing device pursuant to Subpart
B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
This manual focuses on using ISDN lines
to conduct a videoconference, but it also
covers non-ISDN lines. If you use ISDN
lines, consult your Sony dealer for more
information.
• The ISDN service may not be available
in some areas.
Voor de klanten in Nederland
Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde
batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden
tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat.
Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij
toch vervangen moet worden.
De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden
door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel.
Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in
als klein chemisch afval (KCA).
Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de
levensduur in voor recycling, de batterij zal
dan op correcte wijze verwerkt worden.
If you dispose the unit, consult your nearest
Sony Service Center. The built-in battery
must be treated as a chemical waste.
For the customers in Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
For the customers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment, this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.
In the case that interference should occur,
consult your nearest authorized Sony service
facility.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Installation and
Preparation
Using This Manual .............................9
Features ............................................ 10
System Components ........................12
Basic System Components ......... 12
Optional Equipment ................... 13
System Configuration ......................16
System Configuration
via a LAN ........................ 16
System Configuration
via an ISDN ....................17
System Configuration via a LAN for
Multipoint Conference .... 18
System Configuration via an ISDN
for Multipoint
Conference ......................19
System Configuration via a LAN
and ISDN for Multipoint
Conference ......................20
System Configuration via a LAN for
Multipoint Data
Conference ......................21
System Configuration via an ISDN
for Multipoint Data
Conference ......................22
System Configuration via a LAN
and ISDN for Multipoint
Data Conference ............. 23
System Configuration using the
PCSA-A7 Microphone .... 24
System Connections ......................... 25
System Connection
via a LAN ........................ 25
System Connection
via an ISDN ....................26
Preparing the System .......................27
Attaching the Remote Control
Receiver .......................... 27
Inserting Batteries into the Remote
Commander .....................28
Turning On/Off the TV Monitor
Together With the
Communication
Terminal ..........................29
Turning the System On/Off ..............30
Turning On ..................................30
Standby Mode Function ..............32
Setting the Video Communication
System to Standby
Mode ................................33
Turning Off .................................34
Adjusting the Volume on the TV
Monitor ............................34
Displaying Help ..........................35
Displaying the Versions and
Options ............................35
Setting Up the System for the First Time
— Initial Setup Wizard .....................36
Using the Menus ...............................39
Operation ....................................39
Menu Configuration ....................41
Entering Characters ....................44
Chapter 2: Registration and
Setup for System
Administrators
Registering Local Information .........46
Opening the Setup Menu for the
Administrator ...................46
Dial Setup Menu .........................47
Answer Setup Menu ...................49
Communication Setup Menu ......49
Status Menu ................................52
Audio Setup Menu ......................53
Video Setup Menu ......................55
General Setup Menu ...................56
Administrator Setup Menu .........59
LAN Setup Menu ........................62
ISDN Setup Menu .......................67
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SPID Settings for Customers in the
USA and Canada .............69
Information Menu .......................70
SIP Setup Menu ..........................71
Registering a Remote Party – Phone
Book ...............................................72
Registering a New Remote Party 72
Changing the Contents of the Phone
Book ................................75
Copying the Setting of the Phone
Book Menu ......................75
Deleting the Registered Remote
Party ................................76
Creating a Private Phone
Book ................................76
Chapter 3: Daily
Videoconference
Starting a Conference by Calling a
Remote Party ....................................78
Turning on the Power .................78
Using the Launcher Menu .......... 79
Calling a Remote Party ...............82
Receiving a Call from a Remote
Party ...............................................91
Answering a Call from a Remote
Party ................................91
Ending the Conference ...............93
Adjusting the Sound .........................94
Adjusting the Volume ................94
Turning Off the Sound Momentarily
– Muting Function ........... 94
Turning Off the Sound On
Answering – Mic on Answer
Function ..........................95
Synchronizing Audio and Video –
Lip Sync Function ...........95
Reducing Echo – Echo
Canceller .........................95
Adjusting the Camera .......................96
Selecting the Camera to be
Controlled .......................96
Adjusting the Camera Angle and
Zoom ...............................97
Adjusting the Focus and
Brightness ....................... 99
Presetting the Angle and Zoom
Settings ......................... 100
Recalling the Preset Angle and
Zoom Setting ................ 102
Sending Motion Pictures as Still
Images ............................................ 104
Sending Still Images Using the Still
Image Menu .................. 104
Sending a Still Image Using the
Communication
Submenu ....................... 105
Receiving Still Images from a Remote
Party ............................................. 106
Selecting the Input Picture and
Sound ............................................. 107
Switching the Displayed Picture
Between the Local and
Remote Pictures ............ 107
Selecting the Input Picture ....... 107
Switching the Picture Displayed on
the TV Monitor ............. 109
Switching the Sound to Be Sent to
the Remote Party .......... 109
Monitoring the Local Picture as a
Window Picture – PinP Feature .... 110
Chapter 4: Videoconference
With Optional Equipment
Using Still Images Stored on a
“Memory Stick” for a
Videoconference ............................ 111
Displaying a Still Image Stored on a
“Memory Stick” ............ 111
Sending a Still Image Stored on a
“Memory Stick” ............ 114
Formatting a “Memory Stick” . 115
“Memory Stick” Media ................. 116
Sending motion pictures from the
connected external equipment as still
images ............................................ 118
Sending Motion Pictures Output
from a Document Stand as
Still Images ................... 118
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Sending Motion Pictures Input from
an External Camera or Other
Equipment as
Still Images ...................119
Saving Still Images to a “Memory
Stick” .............................................121
Saving Still Images Using the Still
Image Menu ..................121
Saving Still Images Using the
Memory Stick Menu ..... 122
Saving Still Images Using the
Communication
Submenu .......................123
Using a Convenient Menu Available
during Communication — The
Communication Submenu .............. 124
Recording a Videoconference ........ 125
Using Multiple Monitors ...............127
Using Two Monitors–Dual Monitor
Setup .............................127
Using Three Monitors–Triple
Monitor Setup ...............130
Using Multiple Microphones ......... 133
Using the Communication Transducer
(CTE) .............................................135
Using the PCSA-A7
Microphones .................................. 137
Recording Audio During a
Conference ..................................... 140
Sending Audio/Video from the External
Equipment to a Remote Party ........ 141
Conducting a Conference Without the
Picture – Voice Meeting ................ 142
Controlling the Remote System With
the Tone Signal – DTMF
Transmission .................................. 143
Conducting a Data Conference Using
NetMeeting – T.120 Data
Conference ..................................... 144
Accessing the Communication
Terminal ......................................... 147
Using a Web Browser ..............147
Using Telnet .............................147
Chapter 5: Data Conference
Connection Example Using the Data
Solution Box ...................................149
Connecting the CTE-600
Communication
Transducer .....................151
Using Audio/Video Signal from the
Connected Equipment for a
Conference ......................................152
Setting Before Conferencing ....152
Operating the System During a
Conference .....................152
Displaying the Picture on a Projector or
Monitor ...........................................157
Outputting the Signal to One
Monitor ..........................157
Outputting the Signal to the Second
or Third Monitor ............158
Chapter 6: Videoconference
Using a Whiteboard
Connection Example With a
Whiteboard .....................................160
Attaching the mimio Xi on the
Whiteboard .....................................161
Conducting a Videoconference Using a
Whiteboard .....................................162
Chapter 7: Encrypted
Videoconference via LAN
Preparing for an Encrypted
Videoconference via LAN ..............166
Starting an Encrypted Videoconference
via LAN ..........................................167
Chapter 8: Multipoint
Videoconference
Connection Examples for a Multipoint
Videoconference .............................169
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Using the LAN Connection (Up to 6
Points) ...........................169
Using the Cascade Connection via
LAN (Up to 10 Points) ..170
Using the ISDN Connection ..... 171
Using Both LAN and ISDN .....173
Using the LAN cascade and ISDN
connection .....................174
Installing the MCU Software .........175
To check if the installation of the
software is complete .....176
Setting for a Multipoint
Videoconference ............................177
Communication Setup menu ....177
Registering the Remote Parties in
the Multipoint Connection
List ................................178
Starting a Multipoint
Videoconference ............................181
Calling Remote Parties .............181
Receiving a Call from a Remote
Party ..............................185
Using the Display Control ..............186
What is “Broadcast Mode”? ..... 186
Broadcast Modes and Displayed
Windows .......................188
Switching the Broadcast Mode .189
Receiving the Broadcast Requested
From Any Other
Terminal ........................190
Ending the Multipoint
Videoconference ............................191
Notes on Secondary Terminals ......192
Connecting the External MCU ....... 193
Activating the Chair Control ....193
Multipoint Attributes ......................196
Chapter 9: Videoconference
Using SIP
Connection Examples for a
Videoconference Using SIP ........... 199
Connection Example for Point-to-
Point Videoconference .. 199
Connection Examples for
Multipoint
Videoconference ........... 200
Preparing for a Videoconference Using
SIP ............................................. 202
Installing the SIP Software ...... 202
Setting for SIP .......................... 203
Registering Remote Parties in the
Phone Book .................. 205
Starting a Videoconference Using
SIP ............................................. 206
Calling Remote Parties ............ 206
Receiving a Call from a Remote
Party .............................. 208
Ending a Videoconference ....... 208
Appendix
Location and Function of Parts and
Controls ......................................... 209
PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication
Terminal ....................... 209
PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera
Unit ............................... 211
PCS-RG70 Remote
Commander .................. 212
PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit
(Optional) ..................... 213
PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit
(Optional) ..................... 214
PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box
(Optional) ..................... 214
Indicators ....................................... 216
On-screen Messages ...................... 218
Troubleshooting ............................. 228
Specifications ................................ 232
PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication
Terminal ....................... 232
PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera
Unit ............................... 233
PCS-A1 Microphone ................ 233
PCS-RG70 Remote
Commander .................. 233
PCS-AC19V6 AC Adaptor ...... 233
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PCSA-A3 Microphone
(Optional) ......................234
PCSA-A7P4 Microphone
(4-pack, optional) .......... 234
PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit
(Optional) ......................234
PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit
(Optional) ......................234
PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box
(Optional) ......................235
PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU
Software (Optional) ......235
PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU
Software (Optional) ......235
Acceptable RGB Input/Output
Signals ...........................236
Pin Assignments .......................238
Pin Assignments on Optional Board
Connectors ....................240
List of Port Numbers Used on the
PCS-PG50/PG50P ........ 241
Videoconferencing Room
Layout ............................................244
Camera Range ..........................244
Glossary ......................................... 246
Menu Configuration ....................... 250
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Chapter 1: Installation and Preparation
Using This Manual
Chapter 5: Data Conference
This chapter shows you how to use the data
from a computer for the conference by using
the optional Data Solution Box.
Chapter 6: Videoconference Using a
Whiteboard
This chapter shows how to use a whiteboard
with the mimio Xi* attached for a
videoconference.
*mimio® is a registered trademark of Virtual
Ink Corporation of the United States.
minio Xi is a trademark of Virtual Ink
Corporation of the United States.
The chapters cover the following contents;
please read the chapters that may be required
for your type of videoconference.
Chapter 1: Installation and
Preparation
This chapter guides you through the system
configuration and information required to
use your Video Communication System for
the first time. It shows you how to install and
connect your Video Communication
System, to turn the system on/off and how to
access basic on-screen menus.
Chapter 2: Registration and Setup for
System Administrator
This chapter describes how to register and
set up all the necessary items for system
administrators, using the on-screen menus.
Chapter 3: Daily Videoconference
This chapter guides you through the basic
operations and settings to conduct a
videoconference. You will learn how to
conduct a conference from start to finish. It
is recommended that this chapter be read by
participants in the videoconference.
Chapter 7: Encrypted
Videoconference via LAN
This chapter shows how to conduct a
videoconference using an encrypted video
and audio data, and encrypted data from a
computer connected to the Data Solution
Box.
Chapter 8: Multipoint
Videoconference
This chapter shows you how to use the
Video Communication System to hold a
multipoint videoconference.
You need to install MCU software in this
System for a multipoint videoconference.
Chapter 9: Videoconference Using
SIP
This chapter guides you how to conduct a
videoconference using SIP with an IP phone,
etc. Installing the optional SIP software is
required for a session using SIP.
Appendix
The appendix contains descriptions of the
controls and connectors on the components
of the Video Communication System,
message and troubleshooting lists,
specifications, and a glossary.
Chapter 4: Videoconference With
Optional Equipment
This chapter shows advanced
videoconferencing using the optional
equipment. and functions such as recording.
Using This Manual
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Features
The PCS-G50/G50P Video Communication
System is a videoconferencing system that
provides natural, face-to-face
communications with a remote party by
transmitting and receiving images and sound
via LAN (Local Area Network) or ISDN
(Integrated Services Digital Network)
connections.
Supports ITU-T international
videoconferencing standard
The Video Communication System
complies with ITU-T Recommendations
defined by WTSC for easy connection with
remote parties overseas.
ITU: International Telecommunication
Union
WTSC: World Telecommunications
Standardization Committee
Supports data conferences
Use of the optional PCSA-DSB1S Data
Solution Box allows the data from a personal
computer to be incorporated in the
presentation or to be shown on the projector.
QoS (Quality of Service) function
for optimization of bandwidth and
traffic packet through network
This system includes the “Packet Resend
Request”, “Adaptive Rate Control”, and
“Forward Error Control” functions.
Depending on the network status, these
functions are used in Hybrid to guarantee
consistent, high-quality communications.
Easy setup and operation
Help is displayed on the monitor when you
need guidance. The menus used by the
system administrator or those by conference
participants are displayed separately.
Supports multipoint conference
Installing the optional PCSA-M3G50 H.323
MCU software (for LAN) or the
PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software (for
ISDN) allows conduct of a multipoint
conference.
The multipoint conference via LAN and
ISDN connections mixed is also available if
both the PCSA-M3G50 H.323 and
PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software are
installed in a main terminal.
High transmission speeds and
high-quality picture capability
The Video Communication System accepts
a LAN bandwidth of up to 4 Mbps. It also
allows you to connect to as many as three
ISDN lines and use 6B channels with the
optional PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit, and as
many as six ISDN lines and use 12B
channels with the optional PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit.
Wide range of video/audio
compression format selectable
The Video Communication System supports
H.264, H.263 4CIF, H.263, H.261, MPEG4,
interlaced SIF (H.264/H.263) video
compression formats. It also supports
MPEG4 AAC, G.722.1, G.722, G.729,
G.728, G723.1, and G.711 audio
compression formats.
Features
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Equipped with a Memory Stick slot
The Communication Terminal is equipped
with a Memory Stick slot, allowing the use
of still images recorded with a digital still
camera and stored in the “Memory Stick”.
Videoconference Recording
Video and audio from a videoconference can
be recorded to a “Memory Stick” and
watched on a computer after the
videoconference.
Triple monitor system
You can connect three monitors to the
Communication Terminal, which allows
you, for example, to display video from the
remote party, video from your terminal, and
video from a computer or whiteboard
simultaneously.
Supports an encrypted
videoconference (only for LAN
connection)
When you connect to other terminals via
LAN, you can start a videoconference only
with the terminals that enter the preset
password. This feature allows you to hold a
strictly confidential videoconference.
An encrypted conference among multiple
points or with cascade connection is enabled
if all the terminals are connected via LAN.
Echo Cancelling Microphone
Up to 40 PCSA-A7 Microphones (optional)
can be connected to one port without losing
sound quality, using a cascade connection.
Supports a conference using SIP
Installing the optional PCSA-SP1 SIP
software allows conduct of a conference
with an IP phone, etc. using SIP (Session
Initiation Protocol).
If you install the optional MCU software as
well as the SIP software, you can conduct a
multipoint conference.
Features
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System Components
The PCS-G50/G50P Video Communication System is composed of basic
system components for a basic videoconference, and optional equipment for
an enhanced videoconference.
Basic System Components
The PCS-G50/G50P Video Communication System is the basic system of the
PCS-G50/G50P Videoconferencing System. It contains the following components:
Unit Description
PCS-PG50/PG50P
Communication Terminal
Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo
canceler, network interfaces and system controller.
PCSA-CG70/CG70P
Camera Unit
PCS-RG70 Remote
Commander
PCS-AC19V6 AC adaptor Supplies power to the Communication Terminal.
PCS-A1 Microphone Omni-directional microphone that picks up sound
Video Converter Cable Used to send video output from a pin terminal to an
Camera to shoot videoconference.
Used to operate the Communication Terminal and
Camera Unit.
relatively from all directions, allowing participants to
speak from any location. It is recommended to use in
a quiet situation.
S-video terminal.
System Components
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Unit Description
IR repeater Allows you to simultaneously turn on and off the
Communication Terminal and the TV that is being
used as a monitor.
Remote Control Receiver Connects to the Communication Terminal and
receives signals from the remote commander.
Optional Equipment
TV monitor
A TV or projector, etc. is required to monitor the images for videoconferencing system.
Unit Description
TV, Projector, etc. Used as a monitor and speakers.
Optional equipment especially designed for use with the PCS-G50/G50P
The following optional devices are used to enhance your videoconference.
Unit Description
PCSA-STMG70 Stand This stand can be used to place the Communication
Terminal on end.
PCSA-STCG70 Camera Stand
PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to three ISDN
Stand for the Camera Unit.
lines; 6B channels usable.
System Components
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Unit Description
PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to six ISDN
lines; 12B channels usable.
PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box
PCSA-A3 Microphone Unidirectional microphone. It is recommended when
PCSA-A7 Microphone Narrow coverage microphones that feature high
PCS-DS150/DS150P
Document Stand
Use of this device allows easy connection with a
computer or projector for a data conference.
you want to pick up the voice of a speaker directed
toward the microphone.
sound quality and a built-in echo canceller. Several
PCSA-A7 Microphones can be connected in cascade,
without losing sound quality. Recommended when
using several microphones.
Camera for documents.
Allows transmission of pictures to the
Communication Terminal by infrared signals without
connecting a cable.
System Components
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CTE-600 Communication
Transducer
PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU
Software
PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU
Software
Integrated microphone/speaker system suitable for
remote communication. The uni-directional
microphones pick up clear voice with minimum
background noise.
Moreover, the omni-directional speaker outputs
sound equally in all directions.
Allows use for a multipoint videoconference over
LAN connection.
Allows use for a multipoint videoconference over
ISDN connection.
Cables
Use the following cables to connect devices in this system.
PCS-G50/G50P Video Communication System
Cable Part No. Number
Camera cable (0.25 m (0.8 ft)) 1-827-376-11 1
S-video cable (1.5 m (4.9 ft)) 1-776-078-42 1
Audio cable (1 m (3.3 ft)) 1-765-258-31 1
Video converter cable (0.15 m (0.5 ft)) 1-757-517-11 1
Camera cable
S-video cable
Audio cable
Video converter cable
System Components
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System Configuration
The PCS-G50/G50P Video Communication System has various system
configuration capabilities using the basic components and optional equipment.
This section describes the capabilities and necessary equipment for some
typical configuration examples.
System Configuration via a LAN
This allows you to:
• Hold a point-to-point videoconference over LAN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication
Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCS-A1 Microphone
System Configuration
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System Configuration via an ISDN
Connection to ISDN is required to use the PCSA-B384S, or PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit especially designed for use with this system.
This allows you to:
• Hold a point-to-point videoconference over ISDN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Hold a videoconference with high speeds and highest quality image
transmission by connecting up to three ISDN lines (when using the PCSAB384S) or by connecting up to six ISDN lines (when using the PCSAB768S).
System configuration
*
*
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication
Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN
Unit (not supplied)
7 PCS-A1 Microphone
*
The illustration shows an example using
the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit.
About the number of ISDN lines and B (bearer) channel
Up to three ISDN lines (6B channels) with the PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit, or up
to six ISDN lines (12B channels) with the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit can be
connected to one PCS-PG50/PG50P. The more channels you use for a single
communication, the faster speeds and higher-quality picture you can obtain for
your network communication.
System Configuration
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System Configuration via a LAN for Multipoint Conference
You need to install the optional PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software.
This allows you to:
• Hold a multipoint videoconference among up to ten sites over LAN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Show the still images on the second TV monitor or projector.
• Pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to two external
microphones.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
7 PCS-A1 Microphone
System Configuration
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System Configuration via an ISDN for Multipoint Conference
You need to connect the optional PCSA-B384S, or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit
especially designed for use with this system and to install the optional PCSAM0G50 H.320 MCU software.
This allows you to:
• Hold a multipoint videoconference among up to six sites over ISDN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Show the still images on the second TV monitor or projector.
• Pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to two external
microphones.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
7 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not supplied)
8 PCS-A1 Microphone
*
The illustration shows an
example using the PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit.
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System Configuration via a LAN and ISDN for Multipoint Conference
Installing the optional PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software (for LAN) and
PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software (for ISDN) enables conduct of a
multipoint conference via a LAN and ISDN mixed.
Two Communication Terminals in which MCU software is installed must be
connected via a LAN.
This allows you to:
• Hold a multipoint videoconference among up to ten sites over LAN and
ISDN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Show the still images on the second TV monitor or projector.
• Pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to two external
microphones.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
7 PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
8 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not
supplied)
9 PCS-A1 Microphone
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* Be sure to connect two
Communication Terminals,
with the MCU software
installed, via a LAN.
*
The illustration shows an
example using the
PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit.
System Configuration via a LAN for Multipoint Data Conference
You need to connect the optional PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box especially
designed to use with this system and to install the optional PCSA-M3G50
H.323 MCU software.
This allows you to:
• Hold a multipoint videoconference among up to ten sites over LAN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Use the data from a computer or external equipment.
• Show the data from a computer or still images on the second TV monitor or
projector.
• Pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to five external
microphones connected to the Data Solution Box.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
7 PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box (not supplied)
8 PCS-A1 Microphone (not supplied)
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System Configuration via an ISDN for Multipoint Data Conference
You need to connect the optional PCSA-B384S, or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit
and the PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box especially designed for use with this
System and to install the optional PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software.
This allows you to:
• Hold a multipoint videoconference among up to six sites over ISDN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Use the data from a computer or an external equipment.
• Show the data from a computer or still images on the second TV monitor or
projector.
• Pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to five external
microphones connected to the Data Solution Box.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
7 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not supplied)
8 PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box (not supplied)
9 PCS-A1 Microphone
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*
The illustration shows an
example using the PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit.
System Configuration via a LAN and ISDN for Multipoint Data Conference
Installing the optional PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software, the PCS-M0G50
H.320 MCU software, and using the optional Data Solution Box PCS-DSB1S
and ISDN Units PCSA-B384S, or PCSA-B768S enables you to conduct
multipoint mixed LAN and ISDN line multipoint data conferences. Two
Communication Terminals where the MCU software is installed must be
connected via a LAN in this configuration.
This allows you to:
• Hold a multipoint videoconference among up to six sites over ISDN.
• Show still images stored on a “Memory Stick”.
• Use data from a computer or other such peripheral device in the
videoconference.
• Show still images or computer data on the second monitor or projector used
as the display device.
• Connect up to five external microphones to the Data Solution Box, allowing
you to hear several participants.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-M3G50 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
7 PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box (not supplied)
8 PCS-A1 Microphone
9 PCSA-M0G50 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
0 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not supplied)
*
Be sure to connect two
Communication Terminals, with
the MCU software installed, via
a LAN.
*
The illustration shows an
example using the PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit.
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System Configuration using the PCSA-A7 Microphone
This allows you to:
• Connect additional microphones during a videoconference.
• Connect up to 40 PCSA-A7 Microphones to one microphone connector,
using a cascade connection. PCSA-A7 Microphones can be connected in
cascade, without a decrease in sound quality, ideal for large meetings.
System configuration
1 PCS-PG50/PG50P Communication Terminal
2 PCSA-CG70/CG70P Camera Unit
3 PCS-RG70 Remote Commander
4 Remote Control Receiver
5 TV monitor (not supplied)
6 PCSA-A7 Microphone (PCSA-A7P4: 4-piece set, not supplied)
Notes
• Position the Microphones about 50 cm (1.6 ft) away from the participants.
• When using speakers, do not place them in front of the microphones.
For information about PCSA-A7 Microphones, see “Using the PCSA-A7
Microphones” on page 137.
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System Connections
This section describes the typical system connections.
Notes
• Be sure to turn off all the equipment before making any connections.
• Do not connect/disconnect the camera cable or the interface cable with the power on.
Doing so may damage the Camera Unit, Communication Terminal or ISDN Unit.
• For safety, do not connect the 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T connector to a network that
applies an excess voltage via the 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T connector.
• Used with an ISDN Unit for the first time, the Communication Terminal may
automatically upgrade the software of the ISDN Unit. While the upgrading message
is displayed on the monitor screen, be sure not to turn off the Communication
Terminal. Doing so may cause malfunction of the system.
System Connection via a LAN
PCSA-CG70/CG70P
Camera Unit
PCS-A1 Microphone*
to DC19.5V
Audio cable*
* supplied
** not supplied
DC 19.5V
IR OUT
12
AUDIO
to MIC 1
AUX CONTROL
CTRL-S
to
OUT
to audio input
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
(MIXED)
AUX
LINE
MIC
(PLUG IN POWER)
12
12
RGB OUT DSB
EC-MIC
1
2
AUX
MONITOR
VIDEO OUT
to
VIDEO
OUT
S-video cable*
to
S-video
input
TERMINAL VISCA OUT
to TERMINAL
Camera cable*
to VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
CAMERA AUX IN
WHITE
BOARD
100BASE-TX/
10BASE-T
ISDN UNIT
PCS-PG50/PG50P
Communication
Terminal
to 100BASE-TX/
10BASE-T
PCS-AC19V6
AC adaptor
UTP cable (category 5, straight)**
TV monitor**
Power cord*
to a wall outlet
to LAN
to a wall outlet
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Notes
• The AUDIO OUT (MIXED) jack is used to make an audio recording of a conference.
This is not used during regular conferences.
• The TV monitor can be connected to the RGB OUT jacks on the Communication
Terminal or the Data Solution Box.
System Connection via an ISDN
to TERMINAL
PCS-A1 Microphone*
PCS-PG50/PG50P
Communication
Terminal
DC 19.5V
IR OUT
12
AUX CONTROL
to MIC 1
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
(MIXED)
CTRL-S
AUX
to
AUDIO
OUT
to DC19.5V
Audio
cable*
PCSA-CG70/CG70P
Camera Unit
TERMINAL VISCA OUT
Camera
cable*
to VIDEO
IN
VIDEO IN
LINE
MIC
(PLUG IN POWER)
12
EC-MIC
1
2
CAMERA AUX IN
100BASE-TX/
WHITE
10BASE-T
BOARD
RGB OUT DSB
12
VIDEO OUT
AUX
MONITOR
to VIDEO OUT
MONITOR 1
S-video
cable*
S-video
input
to
Interface
cable
(supplied
with ISDN
to ISDN
UNIT
ISDN UNIT
TV monitor**
ISDN Unit
**
to TERMINAL
PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit**
to ISDN 1-3
PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit**
to ISDN 1-6
ISDN modular cable**
PCS-AC19V6
AC adaptor
Power cord*
to a wall outlet
* supplied
** not supplied
• The AUDIO OUT (MIXED) jack is used to make an audio recording of a conference.
• The TV monitor can be connected to the RGB OUT jacks on the Communication
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to audio input
Notes
This is not used during regular conferences.
Terminal or the Data Solution Box.
to a wall outlet
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Attaching the Remote Control Receiver
Most operations with the Video Communication System can be controlled
with the supplied Remote Commander. To use the Remote Commander, point
it to the supplied remote control receiver or the remote sensor on the Camera
Unit. Connect the remote control receiver to the CTRL-S jack on the
Communication Terminal. Use the supplied Velcro to fix the remote control
receiver to a monitor, etc.
For details on connecting the Camera Unit, see “System Connections” on
page 25.
TERMINAL VISCA OUT
MIC
(PLUG IN POWER)
12
RGB OUT DSB
EC-MIC
1
2
VIDEO IN
CAMERA AUX IN
WHITE
BOARD
100BASE-TX/
10BASE-T
ISDN UNIT
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
(MIXED)
AUX
LINE
12
ROL
CTRL-S
AUX
MONITOR
VIDEO OUT
TV monitor
Remote sensor
to CTRL-S
Notes
• Be careful not to hide the surface incorporating the indicator, which is the remote
sensor of the remote control receiver.
• When an inverter type or brightness-adjustable type of fluorescent lamp is used in a
conference room, the sensitivity of the Remote Commander may deteriorate. If the
Remote Commander does not function, attach the supplied filter over the remote
sensor of the remote control receiver or change the location of the remote control
receiver to avoid direct light.
• The remote control receiver and the remote sensor of the Camera Unit do not function
at the same time. When the remote control receiver is connected, the remote sensor of
the Camera Unit becomes inactive.
• To operate the supplied camera when the Remote Control Receiver is not in use, point
the remote commander at the connected camera.
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Inserting Batteries into the Remote Commander
Most of the operations with the Video Communication System can be
controlled with the supplied Remote Commander.
1 Remove the battery compartment cover.
2 Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries (supplied) with correct polarities into
the battery compartment.
Note
Be sure to insert the batteries E side first. Inserting them forcibly e side first may
damage the insulated film covering the batteries and cause a short circuit.
3 Replace the cover.
Battery life
When the Remote Commander does not function properly, replace both the
batteries with new ones.
Notes on batteries
To avoid damage from possible battery leakage or corrosion, observe the
following:
• Make sure to insert the batteries with the polarities in the correct direction.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, or different types of batteries.
• Do not attempt to charge the batteries.
• If you do not intend to use the Remote Commander for a long period of time,
• If battery leakage occurs, clean the battery compartment and replace all the
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remove the batteries.
batteries with new ones.
Turning On/Off the TV Monitor Together With the Communication Terminal
If you use a Sony TV, insert the IR repeater under the remote sensor of the TV.
Once you set the IR repeater, the TV will turn on or go to standby together with
the Communication Terminal when you press the
Remote Commander.
@/1 button on the supplied
TERMINAL VISCA OUT
AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
(MIXED)
AUX
LINE
DC 19.5V
IR OUT
AUX CONTROL
12
12
CTRL-S
AUX
MONITOR
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
CAMERA
MIC
(PLUG IN POWER)
12
WHITE
BOARD
RGB OUT
EC-MIC
1
2
TV monitor
1
to IR OUT
Remote sensor
IR repeater (supplied)
Note
If the TV monitor is not turned on by pressing the @/1 button on the Remote
Commander, change the “IR Repeater Mode” setting in the General Setup menu.
For details on the “IR Repeater Mode” setting, see “General Setup Menu” on
page 56.
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Turning the System On/Off
This section describes how to turn on or off the Communication Terminal.
Turning On
1 Turn on the TV monitor.
If the IR repeater is installed in the TV monitor, set the TV monitor to standby
mode. The TV monitor will turn on simultaneously when the Communication
Terminal is turned on.
2 Turn on the power of any other equipment to be used for the
videoconference.
3 Open the front panel of the Communication Terminal, and then slide the
power switch on the right to the on position
(@).
The Communication Terminal turns on. Three indicators on the front of the
Communication Terminal and the POWER indicator on the camera light, then
only the POWER indicators on both units remain on in green. The launcher
menu will appear on the monitor screen and the picture shot by the local camera
will also appear in the launcher menu.
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POWER indicators
(Light green.)
Power switch
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