Sony PCS-XG80, PCS-XA55, PCS-XG80S, PCS-XG55, PCS-XA80 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-179-433-19 (1)

HD Visual Communication System

Operating Instructions (Version 2.3)

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/ XG55S/XA80/XA55

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. ______________ Serial No. ______________

WARNING

To reduce a risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

IMPORTANT

The nameplate is located on the bottom.

Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. In the event of abnormal operations, disconnect the mains plug.

NOTICE

Use the power cord set approved by the appropriate testing organization for the specific countries where this unit is to be used.

NOTICE

Each of PCS-XG80S/XG55S, PCS-RF1 and PCSA-CXG80 contains an RF (Radio Frequency) transmitting and receiving module. Operation is subject to applicable local radio communication regulations in each country. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CAUTION for LAN port

For safety reasons, do not connect the LAN port to any network devices that might have excessive voltage.

Notice

The PCS-XG80S, the PCS-XG80 and the PCS-XA80 are systems, each of which contains Model No. PCS-XG80S as a main unit. Always refer to Model No. PCSXG80S for regulatory compliance purpose. The PCS-XG55S, the PCS-XG55 and the PCS-XA55 are systems, each of which contains Model No. PCS-XG55S as a main unit. Always refer to Model No. PCSXG55S for regulatory compliance purpose.

WARNING

Use the AC power adapter provided with this equipment as a power supply source.

Manufacture Type No. Sony VGP-AC19V45

Sony VGP-AC19V15 Any other power sources may result in hazards such as a fire. Disconnect device of this equipment is the mains plug of the AC adapter. The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power.

Installing batteries

Two R06 (size AA) batteries are supplied for Remote Commander. To avoid risk of explosion, use R06 (size AA) manganese or alkaline batteries.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

For the customers in the USA

WARNING

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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement (PCS-XG80S/PCS-XG55S/PCS-RF1):

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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 Canada

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

IC Interference Statement (PCSXG80S/PCS-XG55S/PCS-RF1)

This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC 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.

PCS-XG80S/PCS-XG55S)

( The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. IC:7424A-ZM100

IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

(PCS-XG80S/PCS-XG55S/PCS-RF1) This equipment conforms to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de

For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand

In the case that interference should occur, consult your nearest authorized Sony service facility.

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic

This apparatus shall not be used in the

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

ATTENTION

The electromagnetic fields at the specific

frequencies may influence the picture of this

unit.

For the customers in Taiwan only

For the customers in Europe (PCS-XG80S/PCS-XG55S)

Language Informal DoC

С настоящето Сони Корпорация декларира, че този PCS-XG80S/

Bulgarian

Czech

Danish

Dutch

English

XG55S/HD Visual Communication System о тговаря на основните изисквания и другите сьответстващи клаузи на Директива 1999/5/EC. Подробности може да намерите на Интернет страницата: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation tímto prohlašuje, že tento PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System je ve shodě se základními požadavky a

dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Podrobnosti lze získat na následující URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Undertegnede Sony Corporation erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr PCSXG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. For yderligere information gå ind på følgende hjemmeside: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Hierbij verklaart Sony Corporation dat het toestel PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Nadere informatie kunt u vinden op: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Language Informal DoC

Sony Corporation kinnitab käesolevaga seadme PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD

Estonian

Visual Communication System vastavust 1999/5/EÜ direktiivi põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. Üksikasjalikum info: http://www.compliance.sony.de/.

Sony Corporation vakuuttaa täten että PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual

Finnish

Communication System tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Halutessasi lisätietoja, käy osoitteessa: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Par la présente Sony Corporation déclare que l’appareil PCS-XG80S/XG55S/ HD Visual Communication System est conforme aux exigences essentielles et

French

aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE. Pour toute information complémentaire, veuillez consulter l’URL suivante: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Hiermit erklärt Sony Corporation, dass sich das Gerät PCS-XG80S/XG55S/ HD Visual Communication System in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden

German

Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Weitere Informationen erhältlich unter: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Με την η Sony Corporation δηλώνει τι PCS-XG80S/XG55S/

Greek

HD Visual

Alulírott, Sony Corporation nyilatkozom, hogy a(z) PCS-XG80S/

Hungarian

XG55S/HD Visual Communication System megfelel a vonatkozó alapvető követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb előírá sainak. További információkat a következő weboldalon találhat: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Con la presente Sony Corporation dichiara che questo PCS-XG80S/XG55S/ HD Visual Communication System è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle

Italian

altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Per ulteriori dettagli, si prega di consultare il seguente URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

και τις λ της 1999/5/EK. Για

http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Latvian

Lithuanian

Norwegian

Sony Corporation erklærer herved at utstyret PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. For flere detaljer, vennligst se: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Language Informal DoC

Niniejszym Sony Corporation oswiadcza, .e PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual

Polish

Portuguese

Communication System jest zgodne z zasadniczymi wymaganiami oraz innymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/WE. Szczególowe informacje znalezc mo.na pod nastepujacym adresem URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation declara que este PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System está conforme os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Para mais informacoes, por favor consulte a seguinte URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Prin prezenta, Sony Corporation declară că acest PCS-XG80S/XG55S/

Romanian

HD Visual Communication System respectă cerinţele esenţiale s¸i este în conformitate cu prevederile Directivei 1995/5/EC. Pentru detalii, vă rugăm accesaţi următoarea adresă: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation týmto vyhlasuje, že PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual

Slovak

Communication System splňa základné po žiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. Podrobnosti získate na nasledovnej webovej adrese: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation izjavlja, da je ta PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual

Slovenian

Communication System v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Za podrobnosti vas napro šamo, če pogledate na URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Por medio de la presente Sony Corporation declara que el PCS-XG80S/XG55S/

Spanish

Swedish

HD Visual Communication System cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/ CE. Para mayor información, por favor consulte el siguiente URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Härmed intygar Sony Corporation att denna PCS-XG80S/XG55S/HD Visual Communication System står I ö verensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. För ytterligare information gå in på följande hemsida: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

For the customers in Europe (PCS-RF1)

Language Informal DoC

С настоящето Сони Корпорация декларира, че този PCS-RF1/RF

Bulgarian

Remote Commander о тговаря на основните изисквания и другите сьответстващи клаузи на Директива 1999/5/EC. Подробности може да намерите на Интернет страницата : http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation tímto prohlašuje, že tento PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Czech

Commander je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Podrobnosti lze získat na následující URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Language Informal DoC

Undertegnede Sony Corporation erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr PCS-RF1/ RF Remote Commander overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav

Danish

i direktiv 1999/5/EF. For yderligere information gå ind på følgende hjemmeside: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Hierbij verklaart Sony Corporation dat het toestel PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Dutch

Commander in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG. Nadere informatie kunt u vinden op: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander

English

is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation kinnitab käesolevaga seadme PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Estonian

Commander vastavust 1999/5/EÜ direktiivi põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. Üksikasjalikum info: http://www.compliance.sony.de/.

Sony Corporation vakuuttaa täten että PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander

Finnish

tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Halutessasi lisätietoja, käy osoitteessa: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Par la présente Sony Corporation déclare que l’appareil PCS-RF1/RF Remote

French

Commander est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE. Pour toute information complémentaire, veuillez consulter l’URL suivante: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Hiermit erklärt Sony Corporation, dass sich das Gerät PCS-RF1/RF Remote

German

Commander in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Weitere Informationen erhältlich unter: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Greek

Hungarian

Italian

Latvian

τις

http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Alulírott, Sony Corporation nyilatkozom, hogy a(z) PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander megfelel a vonatkozó alapvető követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb előírá sainak. További információkat a következő weboldalon találhat: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Con la presente Sony Corporation dichiara che questo PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Per ulteriori dettagli, si prega di consultare il seguente URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Ar ðo Sony Corporation deklarç, ka PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander atbilst Direktîvas 1999/5/EK bûtiskajâm prasîbâm un citiem ar to saistîtajiem noteikumiem. Plaðâka inform âcija ir pieejama: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Language Informal DoC

iuo Sony Corporation deklaruoja, kad ðis PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Lithuanian

Commander atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas. Susipaþinti su visu atitikties deklaracijos turiniu Jûs galite interneto tinklalapyje: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation erklærer herved at utstyret PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Norwegian

Polish

Portuguese

Commander er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. For flere detaljer, vennligst se: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Niniejszym Sony Corporation oswiadcza, .e PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander jest zgodne z zasadniczymi wymaganiami oraz innymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/WE. Szczególowe informacje znalezc mo.na pod nastepujacym adresem URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation declara que este PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander está conforme os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Para mais informacoes, por favor consulte a seguinte URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Prin prezenta, Sony Corporation declară că acest PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Romanian

Commander respectă cerinţele esenţiale s¸i este în conformitate cu prevederile Directivei 1995/5/EC. Pentru detalii, vă rugăm accesaţi următoarea adresă: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation týmto vyhlasuje, že PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander

Slovak

splňa základné po žiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. Podrobnosti získate na nasledovnej webovej adrese: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Sony Corporation izjavlja, da je ta PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander v

Slovenian

skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. Za podrobnosti vas napro šamo, če pogledate na URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Por medio de la presente Sony Corporation declara que el PCS-RF1/RF Remote

Spanish

Swedish

Commander cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Para mayor información, por favor consulte el siguiente URL: http:// www.compliance.sony.de/

Härmed intygar Sony Corporation att denna PCS-RF1/RF Remote Commander står I ö verensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. För ytterligare information gå in på följande hemsida: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

Precautions

Operating or storage location

Avoid operating or storing the system in the following locations:

• Extremely hot or cold places

• Humid or dusty places

• Places exposed to strong vibration

• Close to sources of strong magnetism

• Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV transmitters

• Noisy places

Cleaning

Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the cabinet and panel when cleaning the unit. For heavier cleaning, use a cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent to remove the dust, and finish by wiping again with a dry cloth. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, or insecticides as they may damage the surface finishes.

Note on laser beams

Laser beams may damage a CMOS image sensor. You are cautioned that the surface of a CMOS image sensor should not be exposed to laser beam radiation in an environment where a laser beam device is used.

Chapter 1: Installation and Preparation

Using This Manual.................................................................................................. 16

Features................................................................................................................... 17

System Components ............................................................................................... 20

Basic System Components................................................................................ 20

Optional Equipment .......................................................................................... 24

HD Camera Unit Features................................................................................. 27

System Configuration ............................................................................................. 28

System Configuration via a LAN...................................................................... 28

System Configuration via an ISDN................................................................... 29

System Configuration via a SIP ........................................................................ 30

System Configuration Using Two LAN Connections

(PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only) .......................................................... 31

System Configuration via a LAN for Multipoint

(PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only) .......................................................... 32

System Configuration via an ISDN for Multipoint

(PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only) .......................................................... 33

System Configuration via a LAN and ISDN for Multipoint

(PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only) .......................................................... 34

System Configuration Using the PCSA-A7 Microphones

(PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only) .......................................................... 35

System Connections................................................................................................ 36

System Connection via a LAN –

for PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S Systems .................................... 37

System Connection via an ISDN –

for PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S Systems .................................... 38

System Connection via a SIP –

for PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S Systems .................................... 39

System Connection via a LAN – for PCS-XA80/XA55 Systems..................... 40

Attaching the PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit to a Tripod ............................. 41

Preparing the System .............................................................................................. 42

Inserting Batteries into the Remote Commander.............................................. 42

Programming the Remote Commander to Operate the Camera Unit ............... 43

Turning the System On/Off .................................................................................... 46

Opening the Lens Cover (when using the PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit)... 46

Turning On........................................................................................................ 46

Standby Mode Function .................................................................................... 48

Setting the HD Visual Communication System to Standby Mode ................... 49

Turning Off ....................................................................................................... 49

Adjusting the Volume on the TV Monitor........................................................ 50

Setting Up the System Immediately after the Installation –

Initial Setup Wizard ................................................................................................ 51

Using the Menus ..................................................................................................... 54

Identifying the Home Menu .............................................................................. 54

Operation Using the Menu ................................................................................ 61

Entering Characters Using the Remote Commander ........................................ 64

Entering Characters Using the On-Screen Keyboard........................................ 65

Chapter 2:

Registering Local Information................................................................................ 67

Opening the Setup Menu................................................................................... 67

Line Interface Setup Menu................................................................................ 71

Dial Setup Menu................................................................................................ 71

Answer Setup Menu .......................................................................................... 72

Multipoint Setup Menu (PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only) ............................... 72

Communication Setup Menu.............................................................................73

Audio Setup Menu............................................................................................. 77

Video Setup Menu............................................................................................. 80

LAN Setup Menu .............................................................................................. 83

QoS Setup Menu ............................................................................................... 87

TOS Setup Menu............................................................................................... 88

SIP Setup Menu................................................................................................. 89

ISDN Setup Menu ............................................................................................. 89

SPID Settings for Customers in the USA and Canada......................................90

Annotation Setup Menu..................................................................................... 91

Camera Setup Menu .......................................................................................... 91

General Setup Menu.......................................................................................... 91

Home Menu Setup Menu .................................................................................. 94

Administrator Setup Menu................................................................................ 95

Encryption Setup Menu...................................................................................101

Shared Phone Book Setup Menu.....................................................................101

Displaying the Machine Status .............................................................................102

Displaying the Machine Status Menu ............................................................. 102

Machine Information....................................................................................... 104

Peripheral Status..............................................................................................104

Communication Mode Status..........................................................................105

LAN Line Status.............................................................................................. 105

Network Routing Check.................................................................................. 106

Restrictions on the Use of LAN2 (PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only).................... 107

Restrictions on the Use of IPv6............................................................................. 108

Setting Up the Network Configurations................................................................ 109

LAN Connection via DHCP (LAN1/LAN2)...................................................109

Registration and Setup for System Administrators

LAN Connection through a Router (LAN1/LAN2)........................................ 110

LAN Connection through a Gatekeeper (LAN1 Only)................................... 111

LAN Connection through NAT (LAN1 Only)................................................ 112

LAN Connection with H.460 Firewall Traversal (LAN1 Only)..................... 113

LAN Connection Using PPPoE (LAN1/LAN2) ............................................. 115

ISDN Connections .......................................................................................... 116

About the Network Routing Check ...................................................................... 117

Chapter 3: Basic Connection

Starting a Connection by Calling a Remote Party ................................................ 118

Turning On the Power..................................................................................... 118

Calling a Remote Party by Using the Connect Menu ..................................... 119

Calling a Remote Party by Entering Their Address or Number Directly

(Direct Dial)......................................................................................... 120

Calling a Remote Party Using the One-Touch Dial Buttons .......................... 122

Calling a Remote Party by Selecting Them in the History List...................... 123

Calling a Remote Party Registered in the Phone Book................................... 124

Calling a Remote Party Not Registered in the Phone Book............................ 126

Receiving a Call from a Remote Party ................................................................. 129

Answering Calls (Manual/Auto Answer Mode) ............................................. 129

Answering a Call from a Remote Party .......................................................... 129

Ending the Connection.......................................................................................... 131

Registering a Remote Party – Phone Book........................................................... 132

Registering a New Remote Party .................................................................... 132

Editing the Contents of the Phone Book......................................................... 135

Copying a Registered Party in the Phone Book.............................................. 136

Deleting the Registered Remote Party............................................................ 136

Creating a Group in the Phone Book (Group Edit)......................................... 136

Creating a Private Phone Book ....................................................................... 138

Using the Shared Phone Book......................................................................... 140

Adjusting the Sound.............................................................................................. 143

Adjusting the Volume of the Received Sound................................................ 143

Turning Off the Sound Momentarily – Muting Function ............................... 143

Turning Off the Sound on Answering – Mic on Answer Function................. 144

Synchronizing Audio and Video – Lip Sync Function ................................... 144

Reducing Echo – Echo Canceller.................................................................... 144

Adjusting the Camera ........................................................................................... 146

Adjusting the Camera Angle and Zoom.......................................................... 146

Adjusting the Brightness................................................................................. 147

Using the Preset Function ............................................................................... 149

Adjusting the Camera in the Detailed Setup Menu......................................... 152

Selecting the Input Picture and Sound.................................................................. 154

Switching the Displayed Picture between the Local and Remote Pictures..... 154

Selecting the Input Picture .............................................................................. 154

Selecting the Video Input Using the F1 to F4 (Function) Buttons

on the Remote Commander ................................................................. 155

Switching the Sound to Be Sent to the Remote Party.....................................155

Switching Video and Audio at the Same Time............................................... 155

Switching the Picture from the Remote System.............................................. 156

Switching the Picture Displayed on the Monitor Screen......................................157

Capturing the Screen............................................................................................. 159

Chapter 4: Connection with Optional Equipment

Using a Tools Menu..............................................................................................161

Using the Computer Picture for Presentation ....................................................... 164

Installing the HD Data Solution Software....................................................... 164

Connecting a Computer...................................................................................165

Making a Presentation..................................................................................... 165

Streaming a Communication................................................................................. 167

Recording a Visual Communication..................................................................... 169

Using the Annotation Function............................................................................. 171

Connecting a Pen Tablet.................................................................................. 171

Using the Annotation Function while in Communication .............................. 172

Using Multiple Microphones ................................................................................ 176

Using the PCSA-A7 Microphones (PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 only).................. 179

Using the Built-In Microphone of the HD Camera Unit

(PCS-XA80/XA55 only)....................................................................................... 182

Using a Second Camera........................................................................................ 183

Recording during a Communication..................................................................... 184

Sending Audio/Video from the External Equipment to a Remote Party.............. 185

Viewing the Picture from the System on a Monitor or Projector......................... 187

Communicating without the Picture – Voice Meeting..........................................189

Controlling the Remote System with the Tone Signal – DTMF Transmission.... 190

Accessing the Communication System................................................................. 191

Using a Web Browser......................................................................................191

Using Telnet ....................................................................................................191

Chapter 5: Encrypted Connection

Preparing for an Encrypted Connection via LAN................................................. 193

Starting an Encrypted Connection ........................................................................ 195

Chapter 6: Multipoint Connection

Connection Examples of a Multipoint Connection............................................... 198

Using the LAN Connection (Up to Six Points)............................................... 198

Using the Cascade Connection via LAN (Up to 10 Points)............................ 199

Using the ISDN Connection............................................................................ 200

Using Both LAN and ISDN ............................................................................ 201

Using the LAN Cascade and ISDN Connection ............................................. 202

Installing the MCU Software................................................................................ 203

Confirming that the Installation of the Software is Complete ........................ 203

Configuring Multipoint......................................................................................... 204

Setting Up Multipoint ..................................................................................... 204

Registering the Remote Parties in the Multipoint Connection List ................ 204

Starting a Multipoint Connection ......................................................................... 208

Calling Remote Parties.................................................................................... 208

Receiving a Call from a Remote Party............................................................ 212

Using the Display Control .................................................................................... 213

Broadcast Mode .............................................................................................. 213

Broadcast Modes and Displayed Windows..................................................... 215

Switching the Broadcast Mode ....................................................................... 217

Receiving the Broadcast Requested From Another Terminal......................... 218

Ending the Multipoint Connection ....................................................................... 219

Notes on Secondary Terminals............................................................................. 220

Multipoint Attributes ............................................................................................ 221

Chapter 7: Web Control Function

Opening the Web Page ......................................................................................... 224

Identifying a User ................................................................................................. 225

Selecting a Menu .................................................................................................. 227

How to Use [Home] Menu.................................................................................... 228

How to Use [Download] Menu............................................................................. 229

How to Use [Remote Commander] Menu............................................................ 230

Selecting a Tool .................................................................................................... 231

How To Configure KIOSK Mode................................................................... 232

How to Use [Version Up] Page ............................................................................ 233

How to Use [Streaming] Page .............................................................................. 234

How to Use [Monitor] Page.................................................................................. 235

Appendix

Location and Function of Parts and Controls........................................................236

PCS-XG80S/XG55S HD Visual Communication System.............................. 236

PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit (Supplied with PCS-XG80/XG55)............. 238

PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit (Supplied with PCS-XA80/XA55)............. 239

PCS-RF1 RF Remote Commander (Supplied)................................................240

PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit (Optional)............................................................... 242

PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (Optional)............................................................... 242

Indicators...............................................................................................................243

On-Screen Messages............................................................................................. 246

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................248

Specifications........................................................................................................ 252

PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/XA80/XA55 HD Visual Communication

System..................................................................................................252

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

(Supplied with PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/XA80/XA55) ...... 253

VGP-AC19V45 AC Adaptor........................................................................... 253

VGP-AC19V15 AC Adaptor........................................................................... 253

PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit (Supplied with PCS-XG80/XG55)............. 254

PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit (Supplied with PCS-XA80/XA55)............. 254

PCS-A1 Microphone

(Two supplied with PCS-XG80 / one supplied with PCS-XG55)....... 255

PCSA-A3 Microphone (Optional)................................................................... 255

PCSA-A7P4 Microphone (Optional) ..............................................................255

PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit (Optional)............................................................... 256

PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit (Optional)............................................................... 256

PCSA-DSG80 HD Data Solution Software (Optional)................................... 256

PCSA-MCG80 HD MCU Software (Optional)............................................... 256

Acceptable RGB Input/Output Signals ........................................................... 258

Acceptable VIDEO IN (YPbPr) Signals .........................................................258

Pin Assignments.............................................................................................. 259

Pin Assignments on Optional Board Connectors............................................ 261

List of Port Numbers Used on the PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/XA80/

XA55....................................................................................................262

Meeting Room Layout ..........................................................................................263

“Memory Stick” Media......................................................................................... 264

Phenomena Specific to CMOS Image Sensors..................................................... 265

Glossary ................................................................................................................266

Menu Configuration.............................................................................................. 269

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audio data, and encrypted data from a computer.

Chapter 6: Multipoint Connection

This chapter shows you how to connect your system to multiple sites. Multipoint connection requires installation of the optional PCSA-MCG80 HD MCU software in your Visual Communication System.

Note

The PCSA-MCG80 software cannot be installed on the PCS-XG55/XG55S/XA55.

The chapters cover the following contents; please read the chapters that may be required for your type of communication.

Chapter 1: Installation and Preparation

This chapter guides you through the system configuration and information required to use your HD Visual Communication System for the first time. It shows you how to install and connect your Communication System, to turn the system on/off and how to access basic on-screen menus.

Chapter 2: Registration and Setup for System Administrators

This chapter describes how to register and set up all the necessary items for system administrators, using the on-screen menus.

Chapter 3: Basic Connection

This chapter guides you through the basic operations and settings for connecting to a remote party. You will learn how to start connection to finish it. It is recommended that this chapter be read by participants in a communication.

Chapter 4: Connection with Optional Equipment

This chapter shows advanced communication using the optional equipment, and functions such as streaming, recording, presentation and annotation.

Chapter 7: Web Control Function

This chapter shows you how to control the Visual Communication System or set it up via a Web browser.

Appendix

The appendix contains descriptions of the controls and connectors on the components of the HD Visual Communication System, troubleshooting list, specifications, and a glossary.

Chapter 5: Encrypted Connection

This chapter shows how to connect to a remote party using an encrypted video and

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Note on camera units

The PCS-XG80/XG55 uses the supplied PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit. The PCS-XA80/XA55 uses the supplied PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit. Either of the two camera units mentioned above can be used with the PCS-XG80S/ XG55S.

Features

The PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/ XA80/XA55 HD Visual Communication System is a communication system that provides 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.

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PCSA-CXG80

PCSA-CXA55

The system configuration examples and other illustrations in this manual depict the PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit as an example.

Supports ITU-T international standard

The HD Visual 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

Transmission and reception of high-definition images enabled

The Communication System supports the H.264 Baseline Profile and High Profile high-definition video compression format, enabling transmission and reception of interlaced video signals with a high resolution of 1920 × 1080 or 1280 × 720 by a maximum of 60 frames per second.

Note

The PCS-XG55/XG55S/XA55/XA80 does not support interlaced video signals with a resolution of 1920 × 1080.

Transmission and reception of wide range of stereo sound capability

The audio compression format of the Communication System supports MPEG4 AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) stereo sound and 22 kHz monaural sound, allowing high-quality audio transmission and reception. The built-in echo canceller supports up to 16 kHz.

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Supports data communication

Installing the optional PCSA-DSG80 HD Data Solution Software into the Communication System enables transmission of output data from a computer.

make a dark scene brighter and a bright scene clearer.

Note

The BrightFace feature is not available on the PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit.

High transmission speeds and high-quality picture capability

The Communication System accepts a LAN communication bit rate of up to 10 Mbps (up to 4 Mbps on the PCS-XG55/XG55S/ XA55). 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.

Note

When the PCS-XG80/XG80S/XA80 is connected to other models, the maximum communication bit rate is 4 Mbps.

Wide range of video/audio compression format selectable

The Communication System supports the H.264, H.263+, H.261 and MPEG4 compression formats. It also supports the MPEG4 AAC audio compression formats.

* Supports MPEG4 only for connection using

SIP.

** Supports MPEG4 AAC only for IP and

ISDN connection.

, G.722, G.728, and G.711

video

Annotation capability

The annotation function allows you to write letters or graphics on the screen or point with a pointer during communication using the optional pen tablet.

BrightFace feature incorporated in the HD Camera Unit

The supplied PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit incorporates the BrightFace feature, allowing detection of dark and bright shooting parts of a scene individually to

Up to 100 preset camera settings

Up to 100 settings for camera angle and zoom can be registered in the preset memory of the System. You can easily switch the shooting area only by recalling the preset position.

RF (Radio Frequency) Remote Commander adopted

The supplied Remote Commander controls the Communication System using the radio frequency of 2.4 GHz. The Remote Commander can be programmed for pairing with the System or the Camera Unit to prevent interference from other Systems and Camera Units.

On-screen keyboard

The on-screen keyboard displayed on the monitor screen allows you to input a number, address, etc. without moving your eyes away from the screen.

QoS (Quality of Service) function for optimization of bandwidth and traffic packet through network

The Communication System includes the “Packet Resend Request”, “Adaptive Rate Control”, and “Forward Error Correction” functions. Depending on the network status, these functions are used in Hybrid to guarantee consistent, high-quality communications.

Compact size

The compact size of the Communication System allows versatile installation layout.

Echo cancelling microphone

Up to 40 PCSA-A7 echo cancelling microphones (optional) can be connected to

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one port without losing sound quality, using a cascade connection.

Note

This function is not available on the PCSXG55/XG55S/XA55.

Equipped with an HDMI connector

The HDMI connector allows you to connect an HDMI display unit to the Communication System easily.

Equipped with a Memory Stick slot

The Communication System is equipped with a Memory Stick slot, allowing you to save still images, create the Private Phone Book and store the customized settings in a “Memory Stick”.

Video and audio recording

Video and audio can be recorded in a “Memory Stick” and can be watched on a computer after.

Streaming

You can broadcast streaming video and audio. This allows people who cannot attend the communication to watch the proceedings over the Web using a computer. You can also select whether to broadcast both video and audio or audio only.

Communication System allows connection among multiple points via a LAN or/and ISDN line.

Note

This software cannot be installed on the PCSXG55/XG55S/XA55.

Supports KIOSK mode

You can simplify operations and make calling with one-touch dial the only available operation.

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Supports a connection using SIP

The Communication System allows connection to a remote party with an IP phone, etc. using SIP (Session Initiation Protocol).

Note

The maximum communication bit rate during SIP connection is 4 Mbps.

Supports encrypted connection

The system allows you to make a strictly confidential connection using standard encryption, which complies with the H.233, H.234 and H.235 standerdized by the ITU-T.

Supports multipoint connection

Installing the optional PCSA-MCG80 HD MCU software in your Visual

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System Components

The PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/XA80/XA55 HD Visual Communication System is composed of basic system components for a basic communication, and optional equipment for an enhanced communication.

Basic System Components

Note

This manual explains how to operate the following systems.

• PCS-XG80 HD Visual Communication System package that includes the main unit, one PCSACXG80 HD Camera Unit, and two PCS-A1 Microphone units.

• PCS-XG55 HD Visual Communication System package that includes the main unit, one PCSACXG80 HD Camera Unit, and one PCS-A1 Microphone unit.

• PCS-XG80S/XG55S HD Visual Communication System package that includes only the main unit.

• PCS-XA80/XA55 HD Visual Communication System package that includes the main unit and one PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit.

Components packaged in the PCS-XG80

Unit Description

PCS-XG80S HD Visual Communication System

Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

VGP-AC19V45/VGPAC19V15 AC adaptor

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Used to control the HD Visual Communication System. Before using, pairing with the

F 1

F 2

F 3

Communication System or HD Camera Unit is

F 4

required.

Supplies power to the Communication System.

Unit Description

PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit

Camera to shoot high-definition images.

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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 (two pieces supplied).

Components packaged in the PCS-XG80S

Unit Description

PCS-XG80S HD Visual Communication System

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

F 1

F 2

VGP-AC19V45/VGPAC19V15 AC adaptor

F 3

Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.

Used to control the HD Visual Communication System. Before using, pairing with the Communication System or HD Camera Unit is

F 4

required.

Supplies power to the Communication System.

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Components packaged in the PCS-XG55

Unit Description

PCS-XG55S HD Visual Communication System

Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

VGP-AC19V45/VGP-

F 1

F 2

F 3

Used to control the HD Visual Communication System. Before using, pairing with the Communication System or HD Camera Unit is

F 4

required.

Supplies power to the Communication System.

AC19V15 AC adaptor

PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit

Camera to shoot high-definition images.

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 (one piece supplied).

Components packaged in the PCS-XG55S

Unit Description

PCS-XG55S HD Visual Communication System

Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.

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Unit Description

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

F 1

F 2

F 3

Used to control the HD Visual Communication System. Before using, pairing with the Communication System or HD Camera Unit is

F 4

required.

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VGP-AC19V45/VGP-

Supplies power to the Communication System.

AC19V15 AC adaptor

Components packaged in the PCS-XA80

Unit Description

PCS-XG80S HD Visual Communication System

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

VGP-AC19V45/VGPAC19V15 AC adaptor

Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.

Used to control the HD Visual Communication System. Before using, pairing with the Communication System is required.

Supplies power to the Communication System.

PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit

Small-footprint camera with built-in microphone. Shoots high-definition images.

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Components packaged in the PCS-XA55

Unit Description

PCS-XG55S HD Visual Communication System

Contains the video codec, audio codec, echo canceller, network interfaces and system controller.

PCS-RF1 Remote Commander

VGP-AC19V45/VGPAC19V15 AC adaptor

PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit

Optional Equipment

TV monitor

A TV or projector, etc. is required to monitor the images for the system.

Used to control the HD Visual Communication System. Before using, pairing with the

Communication System is required.

Supplies power to the Communication System.

Small-footprint camera with built-in microphone. Shoots high-definition images.

Unit Description

TV, Projector, etc. Used as a monitor and speakers.

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When the TV monitor is connected to the HDMI connector on the Communication System, you can view the high-definition images.

Note

The Communication System only supports 1080icompatible equipment.

Optional equipment especially designed for use with the Communication System

The following optional devices are used to enhance your videoconference.

Unit Description

PCSA-B384S ISDN Unit Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to three ISDN

lines; 6B channels usable.

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PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit Used to connect to an ISDN line. Up to six ISDN

PCSA-A3 microphone Unidirectional microphone. It is recommended when

PCSA-A7 microphone Directional microphones that feature high sound

PCSA-DSG80 HD Data Solution Software

PCSA-MCG80 HD MCU Software

lines; 12B channels usable.

you want to pick up the voice of a speaker directed toward the microphone.

quality and a built-in monaural echo canceller. (Commercially available microphones are 4-piece set.) Several PCSA-A7 Microphones can be connected in cascade without reduceing sound quality. Recommended when many microphones are required.

Note

This function is not available on the PCS-XG55/ XG55S/XA55.

Software required for transmission of video and computer pictures at the same time by connecting a computer.

Software required for multipoint connection using LAN or/and ISDN.

Note

This software cannot be installed on the PCS-XG55/ XG55S/XA55.

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Cable

Use the following cable to connect a device in this system.

Cable Part No. Number

HDMI cable (3 m (9.8 ft)) 1-835-440-1x

or 1-838-020-1x

HDMI cable

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HD Camera Unit Features

The two camera unit models that can be used with the HD Visual Communication System each include the following features.

PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit PCSA-CXA55 HD Camera Unit

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• Pan/tilt camera angle adjustment can be controlled via the Remote Commander.

• Includes a BrightFace feature, which brightens dark areas within a scene.

• Includes a Noise Reduction Filter for reducing picture noise.

• Supports Full HD (1080i) image capture used in high-definition broadcasts.

• Built-in microphone, small footprint

• Mounts to the TV monitor.

For details on mounting the camera, refer to the operating instructions for the PCSA-CXA55.

• Built-in lens cover for when image capture is not required.

AAA

Home

Camera

Connect

IP:XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

Closed

Home menu when lens cover is closed

Ready to connect.

Ready

5/11/2008 13:00

For details on using the lens cover, refer to the operating instructions for the PCSA-CXA55.

• Loss of power supply to the camera unit is indicated in the Home menu as follows.

Ready

Home

Camera

Connect

AAA

IP:XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

Ready to connect.

5/11/2008 13:00

• Pan/tilt camera angle adjustment is controlled manually.

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System Configuration

The PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/XG55S/XA80/XA55 HD Visual 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.

Notes

• Although two PCS-A1 Microphones are depicted in the system configurations, only one microphone is supplied with the PCS-XG55. Microphones are not supplied with the PCS-XG80S/XG55S/XA80/XA55.

• The system configuration examples depict PCS-XG80/XG80S/XG55/ XG55S systems.

System Configuration via a LAN

This allows you to:

• Have a point-to-point HD visual communication over LAN.

• Pick up sound in stereo by using two microphones connected to the system.

System configuration

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1 PCS-XG80S/XG55S HD Visual

Communication System

2 PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit 3 PCS-RF1 Remote Commander 4 TV monitor (not supplied) 5 PCS-A1 Microphones

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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:

• Have a point-to-point HD visual communication over ISDN.

• Pick up sound in stereo by using two microphones connected to the system.

• Hold an HD visual communication with high speeds and highest quality image transmission by connecting up to three ISDN lines (when using the PCSA-B384S) or by connecting up to six ISDN lines (when using the PCSAB768S).

System configuration

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F1 F2 F3 F4

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1 PCS-XG80S/XG55S HD Visual

Communication System

2 PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit 3 PCS-RF1 Remote Commander 4 TV monitor (not supplied) 5 PCSA-B384S or PCSA-B768S

ISDN Unit (not supplied)

6 PCS-A1 Microphones

This diagram depicts a system configuration using the PCSA-B768S ISDN Unit.

About the number of ISDN lines and B (bearer) channels

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 Communication System. The more channels you use for a single communication, the faster speeds and higher-quality picture you can obtain for your network communication.

Note

When connecting to the ISDN Unit, Use the ports in ascending order. Yes: 1, 2, 3… No: 1, 6, 5…

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System Configuration via a SIP

This allows you to:

• Have an HD visual communication with an IP telephone, etc. using SIP.

• Pick up sound in stereo by using two microphones connected to the system.

System configuration

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Note

Use the 1 (LAN1) connector ( (LAN) connector on the PCS-XG55/XG55S) on the Communication System when connecting your system via a SIP. Connection to a SIP server through the

2 (LAN2) connector is not available.

1 PCS-XG80S/XG55S HD Visual

Communication System

2 PCSA-CXG80 HD Camera Unit 3 PCS-RF1 Remote Commander 4 TV monitor (not supplied) 5 PCS-A1 Microphones 6 SIP server 7 IP telephone, etc.

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