Sony PCS-TL50, IPELA PCS-TL50 Operating Instructions Manual
3-869-200-12 (1)
Video
Communication
System
Operating Instructions (Version 2.1)
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for
future reference.
PCS-TL50
© 2004 Sony Corporation
Owner’s Record
The model and the serial numbers are
located at the rear. 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-TL50
Serial No. ______________
WARNING
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.
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
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.
CAUTION for LAN port
For safety reason, do not connect the LAN
port to any network devices that might have
excessive voltage.
Installing batteries
Two R6 (size AA) batteries are supplied for
Remote Commander.
To avoid risk of explosion, use R6 (size AA)
manganese or alkaline batteries.
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.
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
2
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.
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.
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.
For Customers in Taiwan only
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.
3WARNING
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 ...................... 15
System Configuration via a
LAN ......................................... 15
System Configuration via an
ISDN ......................................... 16
System Configuration via a LAN for
Multipoint Conference ............... 17
System Configuration via an ISDN
for Multipoint Conference ..........18
System Configuration via a LAN
and ISDN for Multipoint
Conference ................................. 19
System Configuration via a LAN for
Multipoint Data Conference ....... 20
System Configuration via an ISDN
for Multipoint Data Conference .21
System Connections .........................22
Using the Connectors ................. 22
Notes on Connections ................23
System Connection via a LAN ... 23
System Connection via an ISDN 24
Preparing the System .......................25
Inserting Batteries into the Remote
Commander ................................ 25
Placing the Remote Commander on
the Stand ..................................... 26
Turning the System On/Off .............27
Turning On ................................. 27
Turning Off ................................ 28
Setting the Video Communication
System to Standby Mode ............28
Opening the Shutter ....................29
Adjusting the Volume .................30
Adjusting the Picture Quality .....30
Displaying the Help ....................30
Displaying the Versions and
Options ........................................30
Setting Up the System for the First Time
— Initial Setup Wizard .....................31
Using the Menu ................................34
Menu Configurations ..................34
Introduction of Menus ................35
Entering Characters ....................38
Chapter 2: Registration and
Setup for System
Administrators
Registering Local Information .........39
Opening the Setup Menu ............39
Dial Setup Menu .........................40
Answer Setup Menu ...................43
General Setup Menu ...................45
Audio Setup Menu ......................47
LAN Setup Menu ........................48
Administrator Setup Menu .........52
ISDN Setup Menu .......................53
SPID Setting for Customers in the
USA and Canada .........................54
Multipoint Setup Menu ...............56
Machine Information Menu ........57
Status Menu ................................58
Encryption via LAN Menu .........60
SIP Setup Menu ..........................60
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Registering a Remote Party in the
Phone Book ......................................61
Registering a New Remote Party 61
Changing the Contents of the Phone
Book ..........................................63
Deleting the Registered Remote
Party ..........................................64
Copying the Setting of the Phone
Book Menu .................................64
Creating a Private Phone Book ..64
Registering a Remote Party for One
Touch Dial ........................................66
Registering a One Touch Dial from
the Launcher Menu .....................66
Registering a One Touch Dial from
the Phone Book ..........................68
Registering the Private One Touch
Dial ..........................................70
Chapter 3: Daily
Videoconference
Starting a Conference by Calling a
Remote Party ....................................71
Turning on the Power .................71
Using the Launcher Menu .......... 72
Calling a Remote Party Using One
Touch Dial ..................................75
Calling a Remote Party by Entering
an ISDN Telephone Number or IP
Address in the Launcher Menu ..77
Calling a Remote Party Registered
in the Phone Book ......................78
Calling a Remote Party not
Registered in the Phone Book Using
the Detailed Dial Menu ..............81
Receiving a Call from a Remote
Party ...............................................85
Answering a Call from a Remote
Party ..........................................85
Ending the Conference ...............87
Adjusting the Picture and Sound ..... 89
Adjusting the Picture Quality .... 89
Adjusting the Volume ................ 89
Cutting Off the Sound Momentarily
– Muting Function ..................... 89
Cutting Off the Sound On
Answering – Mic on Answer
Function ..................................... 90
Synchronizing Audio and Video –
Lip Sync Function ...................... 90
Reducing Echo – Echo Canceler 90
Adjusting the Camera ...................... 91
Selecting the Camera to be
Controlled .................................. 91
Adjusting the Zoom and Camera
Angle ......................................... 92
Adjusting the Brightness ............ 94
Presetting the Zoom and Angle
Settings ....................................... 95
Recalling the Preset Zoom and
Angle Setting ............................. 97
Selecting the Input Picture and
Sound ............................................... 99
Switching the Displayed Picture
Between the Local and Remote
Pictures during Communication 99
Selecting the Input Picture on the
Remote Site during
Communication .......................... 99
Switching the Picture Displayed on
the TV Monitor ........................ 101
Monitoring the Local Picture as a
Window Picture – PinP Feature .... 102
Monitoring the Local and Remote
Pictures Simultaneously – PandP
Feature ........................................... 104
Selecting the Wide Mode .............. 106
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Chapter 4: Videoconference
With Optional Equipment
Using Still Images Stored in a “Memory
Stick” for a Videoconference ......... 108
Displaying a Still Image Stored in a
“Memory Stick” .......................108
Sending a Still Image Stored in a
“Memory Stick” .......................111
About a “Memory Stick” ............... 113
Formatting a “Memory Stick” .. 114
Sending Motion Pictures as Still
Images ............................................115
Sending Still Images Using the Still
Image Menu ............................. 115
Sending a Still Image Using the
Communication Submenu ........ 116
Receiving Still Images from a Remote
Party ............................................. 117
Saving Still Images ........................ 118
Saving Remote Pictures
Automatically – Automatic Image
Capture Feature ........................ 118
Saving Remote Pictures Using the
CAPTURE IMAGE Button on the
Remote Commander – Image
Capture Feature ........................ 118
Saving Still Images Using the Still
Image Menu ............................. 118
Saving Still Images Using the
Memory Stick Menu ................120
Saving Still Images Using the
Communication Submenu ........ 120
Using a Convenient Menu Available
during Communication —
Communication Submenu ..............122
Using External Microphone and
Headphones .................................... 123
Conducting a Conference Without the
Picture – Voice Meeting ................124
Controlling the Remote System With
the Tone Signal – DTMF
Transmission .................................. 125
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Conducting a Data Conference Using
NetMeeting – T.120 Data
Conference ......................................126
Accessing the Video Communication
System ............................................129
Using a Web Browser ...............129
Using Telnet ..............................129
Chapter 5: Data Conference
Connection Example Using the Data
Solution Box ...................................131
To connect the CTE-600
Communication Transducer ......133
Using Audio/Video Signal from the
Connected Equipment for a
Conference ......................................134
Setting Before Conferencing ....134
Operating the System During a
Conference ................................134
Chapter 6: Encrypted
Videoconference via LAN
Preparing for an Encrypted
Videoconference via LAN ..............141
Starting an Encrypted Videoconference
via LAN ..........................................142
Chapter 7: Multipoint
Videoconference
Connection Examples for a Multipoint
Videoconference .............................144
Using the LAN Connection (Up to 6
Points) .......................................144
Using the Cascade Connection via
LAN (Up to 10 Points) .............145
Using the ISDN Connection .....146
Using the LAN & ISDN
connections ...............................148
Using the LAN & ISDN Cascade
Connection ................................149
Preparing for a multipoint
videoconference .............................150
Installing the MCU software ....150
Setting for a Multipoint
Videoconference .......................152
Registering the Remote Parties in
the Multipoint Connection List 153
Starting a Multipoint
Videoconference ............................157
Calling Remote Parties Using One
Touch Dial ................................157
Calling Remote Parties Registered
in the Multipoint Connection
Lists ........................................158
Calling Remote Parties by Selecting
from the Phone Book ................159
Calling Remote Parties not
Registered in the Phone Book .. 160
Receiving a Call from a Remote
Party ........................................162
Using the Display Control ..............163
What is “Broadcast Mode”? ..... 163
Broadcast Modes and Displayed
Windows ...................................165
Switching the Broadcast Mode .166
Receiving the Broadcast Requested
From Any Other Terminal ........167
Ending the Multipoint
Videoconference ............................168
Notes on Secondary Terminals ...... 170
Connecting the External MCU .......171
Activating the Chair Control ....171
Multipoint Attribute .......................174
Chapter 8: Videoconference
Using SIP
Connection Examples for a
Videoconference Using SIP ...........177
Connection Example for Point-to-
Point Videoconference ............. 177
Connection Examples for
Multipoint Videoconference .... 178
Preparing for a Videoconference Using
SIP ............................................. 180
Installing the SIP Software ...... 180
Setting for SIP .......................... 181
Registering Remote Parties in the
Phone Book .............................. 183
Starting a Videoconference Using
SIP ............................................. 184
Calling Remote Parties ............ 184
Receiving a Call from a Remote
Party ....................................... 186
Ending a Videoconference ....... 186
Chapter 9:
Use as Computer Display or
Video Monitor
Using as Computer Display ........... 188
Connecting to a Computer ....... 188
Displaying the Picture from the
Computer ................................. 189
Displaying the Picture from the
Computer during
Videoconference ...................... 189
Displaying the Picture from the
Computer via the Data Solution
Box ....................................... 191
Using as Video Monitor ................ 192
Connecting to Video
Equipment ................................ 192
Displaying the Picture from the
Video Equipment ..................... 192
Displaying the Picture from the
Video Equipment during
Videoconference ...................... 193
Adjusting the Picture Quality on the
Display ........................................... 195
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Appendix
Location and Function of Parts and
Controls ..........................................199
PCS-TL50 Video Communication
System ...................................... 199
PCS-RTL50 Remote
Commander .............................. 201
PCSA-B384S/PCS-B384 ISDN
Unit (Optional) ......................... 203
PCSA-B768S/PCS-B768 ISDN
Unit (Optional) ......................... 204
PCSA-DSB1S/PCS-DSB1 Data
Solution Box (Optional) ........... 205
Precautions ..................................... 206
On Screen Messages ...................... 207
Troubleshooting ............................. 217
Specifications .................................220
PCS-TL50 Video Communication
System ...................................... 220
PCS-RTL50 Remote
Commander .............................. 222
PCS-AC19V8 AC Adaptor ......222
PCS-A1 Microphone
(Optional) ................................. 222
PCSA-A3 Microphone
(Optional) ................................. 222
PCSA-B384S/PCS-B384 ISDN
Unit (Optional) ......................... 222
PCSA-B768S/PCS-B768 ISDN
Unit (Optional) ......................... 222
PCSA-DSB1S/PCS-DSB1 Data
Solution Box (Optional) ........... 223
PCS-320M1 H.320 MCU Software
(Optional) ................................. 223
PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU Software
(Optional) ................................. 223
PCSA-SP1 SIP Software
(Optional) ................................. 223
Acceptable RGB Input/Output
Signals ...................................... 224
Pin Assignment ........................226
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Pin Assignment on Optional Board
Connectors ................................227
List of Port Numbers Used on the
PCS-TL50 .................................228
Videoconferencing Room Layout ..230
Camera Range ...........................230
Glossary ..........................................232
Menu Configuration .......................235
Chapter 1: Installation and Preparation
Using This Manual
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 6: 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 7: 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 8: 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.
Chapter 9: Use as Computer Display/
Video Monitor
This chapter shows you how to use the
Video Communication System as a
computer display or video monitor while not
in communication.
Appendix
This chapter contains description of the
controls and connectors on the components
of the Video Communication System,
message and troubleshooting lists,
specifications and glossaries.
Chapter 1: Installation and Preparation
Chapter 4: Videoconference With
Optional Equipment
This chapter shows advanced
videoconferencing using the optional
equipment.
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.
9Using This Manual
Features
The PCS-TL50 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.
Integrated movable Video
Communication System
The camera, monitor, codec, microphones
and speakers are integrated in a compact
cabinet of the Video Communication
System. This movable terminal allows you
to participate in a videoconference in
various places.
The built-in display supports a 20-inch wide
screen, and the built-in camera is equipped
with digital pan/tilt and zoom.
Up to 30 One Touch Dial
registration possible
Remote parties to which you frequently
connect can be registered in the One Touch
Dial list in the launcher menu. Once they are
registered, you can dial them by simply
pressing the One Touch Dial button on the
Remote Commander.
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.
High transmission speeds and
high-quality picture capability
The Video Communication System accepts
a LAN bandwidth of up to 1920 Kbps. It also
allows connection to as many as three ISDN
lines; 6B channels usable by using the
optional PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit and as
many as six ISDN lines; 12B channels
usable by using the optional PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit.
Wide range of video/audio
compression format selectable
The Video Communication System supports
Interlaced SIF, H.264, MPEG4, H.263+,
H.263 and H.261 for video compression
format, and MPEG4 Audio, G.722.1,
G.722, G.729, G.728, G.723.1, G.711 for
audio compression format.
QoS (Quality of Service) function
for optimization of bandwidth and
traffic packet through network
“Packet Resend Request” and “Adaptive
Rate Control” functions incorporated,
allowing solution for busy network traffic or
packet loss, which provides consistent highquality communication.
Easy setup and operation
The Help menu appears on the display for
guidance of operation. The menus used for
the system administrator or those for
conference participants are separately
displayed.
Supports multipoint conference
Installing the optional PCS-323M1 H.323
MCU software (for LAN) or the PCS320M1 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 PCS-323M1 H.323 and PCS320M1 H.320 MCU software are installed in
a main Terminal.
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Memory Stick slot equipped
The Video Communication System 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”.
You can create your own phone book and
One Touch Dial icons in a “Memory Stick”
as your private phone book.
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.
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.
Automatic and manual image
capturing
During point-to-point communication,
several still images of the remote party are
automatically captured and saved in the
memory of the Video Communication
System. You can use these images for your
Phone Book.
If a “Memory Stick” is inserted, you can
manually capture a still image of the remote
party during communication by pressing the
IMAGE CAPTURE button on the Remote
Commander. The manually captured image
can also be used for the Phone Book.
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Use as computer display or video
monitor
While not in conference, the display of the
Video Communication System can be used
as a computer display or video monitor.
If you receive a call from a remote party, the
picture of the remote party is automatically
displayed even when you are using the
system as a computer display or video
monitor.
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11Features
System Components
The PCS-TL50 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-TL50 Video Communication System is the basic system of the
Videoconferencing System. It contains the following components:
Unit Description
PCS-TL50 Video
Communication System
Contains the camera, display, video codec, audio
codec, echo canceler, network interfaces and system
controller.
PCS-RTL50 Remote
Commander
PCS-AC19V8 AC adaptor Supplies power to the Video Communication
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Used to operate the Video Communication System.
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Optional Equipment
The following optional devices are used to enhance your videoconference.
Unit Description
ISDN Unit
PCSA-B384S
PCS-B384
ISDN Unit
PCSA-B768S
PCS-B768
Data Solution Box
PCSA-DSB1S
Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to three ISDN
lines; 6B channels usable.
(The PCSA-B384S and PCS-B384 have the same
functions. This manual uses the PCSA-B384S as a
representative model.)
Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to six ISDN
lines; 12B channels usable.
(The PCSA-B768S and PCS-B768 have the same
functions. This manual uses the PCSA- B768S as a
representative model.)
Use of this device allows easy connection with a
computer or projector for a data conference.
(The PCSA-DSB1S and PCS-DSB1 have the same
functions. This manual uses the PCSA- DSB1S as a
representative model.)
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PCS-DSB1
PCS-A1 Microphone Omni-directional microphone that picks up sound
relatively from all directions, allowing participants to
speak from any location. It is recommended to use in
a quiet situation.
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Unit Description
PCSA-A3 Microphone Unidirectional microphone. It is recommended when
you want to pick up the voice of a speaker directed
toward the microphone.
CTE-600 Communication
Transducer
PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU
Software
PCS-320M1 H.320 MCU
Software
PCSA-SP1 SIP Software Allows conduct of a videconference using SIP.
Integrated microphone/speaker system suitable for
remote communication. It is used by connecting to
the Data Solution Box.
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.
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System Configuration
The PCS-TL50 Video Communication System has various system
configuration capabilities using the basic components and optional equipment.
This section describes seven typical examples.
System Configuration via a LAN
This allows you:
• To hold a point-to-point videoconference over LAN.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
System configuration
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1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication
System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
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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.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
• To 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
*
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1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication
System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
3 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN
Unit (not supplied)
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About the number of ISDN lines and B (bearer) channel
Up to three ISDN lines with the PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit or up to six ISDN lines
with the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit can be connected to one PCS-TL50
Each ISDN line is composed of two B channels that carry data signals on the
ISDN interface, enabling both channels to be used for one ISDN line
connection (2B connection), or each for a separate ISDN line connection (1B
connection). The more channels you use for a single communication, the faster
speeds and higher-quality picture you can obtain for your network
communication.
When using the PCSA-B384S, you can connect up to three ISDN lines and
select the number of channels used for a single communication from among 1B
(64K), 2B (128K), 3B (192K), 4B (256K), 5B (320K) and 6B (384K)
connections.
When using the PCSA-B768S, you can connect up to six ISDN lines and select
the number of channels from among 1B (64K), 2B (128K), 3B (192K), 4B
(256K), 5B (320K) and 6B (384K), 8B (512K) and 12B (768K) connections.
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The illustration shows an example using
the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit.
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System Configuration via a LAN for Multipoint Conference
You need to install the optional PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU software.
This allows you:
• To hold a multipoint videoconference among up to ten sites over LAN.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
System configuration
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1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
3 PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
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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 PCS320M1 H.320 MCU software.
This allows you:
• To hold a multipoint videoconference among up to six sites over ISDN.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
System configuration
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1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
3 PCS-320M1 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
4 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not
supplied)
The illustration shows an example
using the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit.
18 System Configuration
System Configuration via a LAN and ISDN for Multipoint Conference
Installing the optional PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU software (for LAN) and PCS320M1 H.320 MCU software (for ISDN) enables conduct of a multipoint
conference via a LAN and ISDN mixed.
Two Video Communication Systems 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.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
System configuration
*
LAN
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+ +
1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
3 PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
4 PCS-320M1 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
5 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not
supplied)
* Be sure to make a connection
via LAN.
The illustration shows an
example using the PCSA-B768S
ISDN Unit.
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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 PCS-323M1 H.323
MCU software.
This allows you:
• To hold a multipoint videoconference among up to ten sites over LAN.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
• To use the data from a computer or external equipment.
• To show data from a computer or still images together with the picture of
videoconference on the display using the PinP or PandP feature.
• To pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to five external
microphones connected to the Data Solution Box.
System configuration
+ +
1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
3 PCS-323M1 H.323 MCU software (not supplied)
4 PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box (not supplied)
5 PCS-A1 Microphone (not supplied)
20 System Configuration
System Configuration via an ISDN for Multipoint Data Conference
You need to connect the optional PCSA-384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit and
the PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box especially designed for use with this
System and to install the optional PCS-320M1 H.320 MCU software.
This allows you:
• To hold a multipoint videoconference among up to six sites over ISDN.
• To show still images stored in a “Memory Stick”.
• To use the data from a computer or an external equipment.
• To show data from a computer or still images together with the picture of
videoconference on the display using the PinP or PandP feature.
• To pick up a large number of participants’ voices using up to five external
microphones connected to the Data Solution Box.
System configuration
+ +
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1 PCS-TL50 Video Communication System
2 PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander
3 PCS-320M1 H.320 MCU software (not supplied)
4 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (not
supplied)
5 PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box (not supplied)
6 PCS-A1 Microphone (not supplied)
The illustration shows an example
using the PCSA-B768S ISDN
Unit.
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System Connections
This section describes the typical system connections.
Using the Connectors
The connectors are in the inside of the rear cover.
When using the connectors, remove the rear cover, connect cables to the
connectors, and replace the rear cover.
To remove the rear cover
Pull the rear cover toward you.
Connectors
To replace the rear cover
Align the four projections on the rear cover with the holes on the rear of the
system, and press the cover.
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Notes on Connections
• Be sure to turn off all the equipment before making any connections.
• Use the AC adaptor and the power cord supplied with this system only.
Never use the other AC adaptor or power cord.
• Insert the AC plug and DC plug of the AC adaptor securely as far as they will
go.
• Do not connect/disconnect a cable with the power on. Doing so may damage
the Video Communication System.
• 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.
System Connection via a LAN
Connect 1 to 4 in order.
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PCS-TL50 Video
Communication System
* supplied
** not supplied
2
to DC19.5V
to 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
1
UTP cable (category 5, straight)**
PCS-AC19V8
AC adaptor*
3
Power cord*
to a wall outlet
4
to LAN
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System Connection via an ISDN
Notes
• Do not connect/disconnect the interface cable with the power on. Doing so may
damage the Video Communication System or ISDN Unit.
• Used with the ISDN Unit for the first time, the Video Communication System may
automatically upgrade the software of the ISDN Unit. While the upgrading message
appears on the display, be sure not to turn off the Video Communication System.
Doing so may cause malfunction of the system.
Connect 1 to 4 in order.
PCS-TL50 Video
Communication System
* supplied
** not supplied
to DC19.5V
2
1
to ISDN UNIT
PCS-AC19V8
AC adaptor*
ISDN Unit
PCSA-B384S
to ISDN
1-3
Power cord*
3
to a wall outlet
4
Interface cable
(supplied with the ISDN unit)
to
TERMINAL
**
PCSA-B768S
to ISDN 1-6
ISDN modular
cable**
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Preparing the System
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 AA (R6) batteries (supplied) with correct polarities into the
battery compartment.
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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.
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• 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,
remove the batteries.
• If battery leakage occurs, clean the battery compartment and replace all the
batteries with new ones.
Placing the Remote Commander on the Stand
You can operate the supplied Remote Commander by placing it on the stand
of the Video Communication System.
Remote Commander
Note
There are built-in magnets under the Remote Commander area of the stand. To prevent
the data from being damaged, keep magnetic recording media such as floppy disks and
magnetic cards away from this area.
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Turning the System On/Off
This section describes how to turn on or off the Video Communication System.
Turning On
Before turning on the system, make sure that the system connections have been
completed correctly.
For connecting the system, see “System Connections” on page 22.
1 Turn on the power of any equipment to be used for the videoconference.
2 Press the 1 (power) switch on the right side of the system.
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1 (power) switch
The indicator of the switch lights in green and the Video Communication
System turns on after a while. The launcher menu will appear on the display
and the picture shot by the local camera will also appear in the launcher menu.
Launcher menu
Detailed Dial
IP:012.345.678.912
ISDN:012345678912
234561
OSAKA
Bob John
ISDN
Press the PUSH ENTER button on the Remote Commander to adjust the camera angle.
NEW YORK
Phone Book
Dial
27Turning the System On/Off
Notes
• When you turn on the power of the Video Communication System for the first time
after installation, the setup wizard will appear after the self-diagnosis is completed.
Set up your system following the wizard.
For setups using the wizard, see “Setting Up the System for the First Time
— Initial Setup Wizard” on page 31.
• Used with an optional device especially designed for use with this system, such as the
Data Solution Box or ISDN Unit, for the first time, the Video Communication System
may automatically upgrade the software of the connected device. While the upgrading
message is displayed, be sure not to turn off the Video Communication System. Doing
so may cause malfunction of the system. System malfunction may also occur when a
system power-off has been caused by an accidental problem such as a power
interruption during upgrading. If connection of the Data Solution Box or ISDN Unit
to the Video Communication System is not re-established even after the system power
is recovered, consult a Sony dealer.
Turning Off
1 Press the 1 (power) switch on the right side of the system for more than
2 Turn off the power of other equipment used for the videoconference.
Note
Turn the power of the system off when the system will not be used for an extended
period. While the power is off, you cannot receive a call from a remote party.
one second to turn the system off.
The message “The power will turn off. Please wait.” appears on the display.
Then the system will be turned off.
Setting the Video Communication System to Standby Mode
1 Press the ?/1 button on the Remote Commander.
The message “Turn the display off, and set to standby mode?” appears on the
display.
2 Press the B or b button on the Remote Commander to select OK, and press
the ENTER button.
The Video Communication System enters standby mode.
You can receive a call from a remote party in the standby mode.
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Opening the Shutter
The system is equipped with a shutter to hide the camera. Before starting a
videoconference, open the shutter by sliding the shutter switch on the top of
the system to the right. If the shutter is closed, the picture on the local site will
not be seen on the remote site.
When you set “Camera Shutter Mic On/Off” on Page 2 of the General Setup
menu to “Mic On/Off”, the microphone is connected/disconnected in
synchronization with the opening/closing of the shutter. If the shutter is closed,
the sound on the local site will not be heard on the remote site. (See page 46.)
Camera
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Shutter switch
When the shutter is closed, the launcher menu appears as follows.
Closed
IP:012.345.678.912
ISDN:012345678912
234561
Bob John
ISDN
Press the PUSH ENTER button on the Remote Commander to adjust the camera angle.
OSAKA
NEW YORK
Detailed Dial
Phone Book
Dial
29Turning the System On/Off
Adjusting the Volume
Press the VOLUME +/– buttons on the Remote Commander to set the volume
level appropriately.
Notes
• The volume can be adjusted for the picture of a videoconference, the image
from a computer and the image from video equipment.
• The volume can be adjusted for the full screen image for the PinP feature, or
the left image for the PandP feature. In the PinP mode or PandP mode, the
mixed sound of the two images on the display is heard.
Adjusting the Picture Quality
Use the MENU, V/v and OK buttons on the right side of the unit to adjust the
picture quality.
For details, see “Adjusting the Picture Quality on the Display” on page 195.
Displaying the Help
Pressing the HELP button on the Remote Commander displays a balloon help
or a help screen to guide most operations on thedisplay.
050Volume
Note
You can hide the balloon help used for entering characters.
Press the MENU button on the Remote Commander to show the menu, select
“Character Input Help” from the General Setup menu, and select “Off”. (See page 46.)
Displaying the Versions and Options
You can check the version of the Video Communication System, versions of
the connected optional equipment for exclusive use of this system, and the
options installed in the Video Communication System by displaying the
Machine Information menu on the display.
For details on the Machine Information menu, see “Machine Information
Menu” on page 57.
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