Polycom V500

Features and Benefits

G.722.1 Annex C (based on Polycom Siren 14) 14 kHz crystal clear, wideband audio, while only using 24-48 Kbps of bandwidth, depending on the data rate of the call Eliminates fatigue associated with straining to hear every word Near CD-quality sound for dynamic audio performance Superb clarity to hear the subtleties of every word Rated the best audio algorithm in the industry; outperforming MPEG4 in all tests Included with every V-series and VSX system For more detailed information, see www.polycom.com/siren14 Reduced audio drop-out on busy IP or ISDN networks Smooth, consistent verbal communications without interruptions Corrects audio from any system seamlessly Activates automatically, only when needed

Audio Error Concealment

H.264 Video Use less bandwidth to conduct video calls of equal quality compared to calls using the H.263 standard Unparalleled video quality for lower line rate applications Remote office advantage since less bandwidth is needed Cost savings to any organization Supported at data rates from 64Kbps to 768Kbps Full-screen, TV-like video quality with fluid, precise motion handling Greater image detail with 50/60 fields per second Most natural video communications experience possible Reduced video drop-out on busy IP networks and the Internet Smooth, continuous video without interruptions Maintain active face-to-face contact Accomplish meeting objectives without worrying about the video integrity Activates automatically, only when needed; drops out when not needed
Pro-Motion H.263 receive only

Video Error Concealment

Content Sharing
People+Content, H.239 Polycom People+Content or standards based H.239 to insure interoperability Dual images allows the far end to see the content and the speaker at the same time Using a light utility on your PC, simply connect to your V500 and PC content is shown to all conference participants This feature can be used by anyone in the conference, even remote voice-only participants! Choose variable bandwidth allocated to People or Content Allows setting quality preference of a 90% / 10% split between People and Content or sharing bandwidth equally between People and Content (50% / 50%) User adjustable setting can be accessed both during a call and outside of a call

People+Content IP

Adjustable Bandwidth for Content

User Interface

Calendar & Call Scheduler Quick and easy access to a monthly calendar with current date and time posting Schedule individual or repeat meetings to dial automatically Create and save multipoint team meetings Display only the necessary buttons on the Home Page Unique design to meet your organizations needs Simplified graphical interface for novice users Easy to understand icon driven menu navigation decreases learning curve Kiosk Mode allows you to create a look and feel that suits your application Leads to increased use of video Use Dual Monitor Emulation for the most efficient use of a single display Makes optimum use of a 16:9 display View near and far video windows at the same time Alternate layout views supporting near end, far end and content Use icons that represent your industry Intuitive icons match the input device Custom name gives the icon clear meaning Selection 5 libraries to choose from Decreases learning curve

Customizable Home Page

Dual Monitor Emulation
User Selectable Camera Icons

Platform Versatility

Integration with Microsoft Live Communications Server (LCS) via SIP Integrates directly with Microsoft collaboration infrastructure Registers and authenticates with Microsoft LCS 2005 VSX and V-series users can be added to Microsoft Communicator Presence information sent to LCS indicating video buddies' availability You can use your Buddy list to launch calls from the V500 user interface Integrated microphone and camera Sleek, set top format to use on top of TV or flat panel display Headphone jack for privacy Personalized graphical user interface makes it easy to use Install wizard guides available for easy installation Use TV grade displays (NTSC/PAL) Use TV speakers for external audio Choose the right configuration for your specific network connection Supports UPnP and NAT for automatic setup of conferences conducted through firewalls Wide range of IP QoS services to insure call quality and integrity Communications are confidential and secure Authentication by the National Institutes of Standards means it's credible Built-in, no extra hardware required Standards compliance for traversing NATs and Firewalls Session border controller (V2IU) is only needed at the central location and all VSX and V-series systems with H.460 can communicate through the single V2IU Uses H.460.18 for signaling traversal and call establishment and H.460.19 for media traversal Easy and intuitive E-mail video dialing Operates with Polycom's V2IU Firewall Traversal Appliance
Simple Plug and Play Installation
IP (H.323 or SIP) or ISDN/IP Models
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
H.460 NAT/Firewall Traversal
E-Mail dialing format when dialing across IP security boundaries
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Deployable to wide range of customers, suppliers and partners

Interoperability

Part of Polycoms Unified Collaborative Communications Remote management through Global Management System MGC Click & View offers a variety of layout templates for a multi-point call right from the systems handheld remote Extended conferencing with Polycom PathNavigator Schedule, invite participants and manage conferences easily with Polycom Conference Suite Use the Polycom SE200 for management, scheduling and gatekeeping Allows administrators to set the MTU packet size, based on needs of their network Optimizes packet size minimizing overhead and network congestion Default setting is 1260 Solid, reliable platform Qualified by independent test labs Interoperates with other vendor's systems Easy to install even in a multi-vendor environment See technical specifications for full list of standards Set your system to baseline mode, H.261 and G.711, for maximum interoperability with legacy video conferencing systems Accessible via web. FTP or on-screen UI for easy access by the network administrator Can be turned on and off as needed Provides ultimate security including Secure Telnet, Secure TLS in Web, Telnet, FTP, Secure Web (HTTPS), Security Mode Optimal for networks that demand FIPS security validation on devices

Polycom V500

Technical Specifications

Video Standards & Protocols H.261 H.263++ H.264 People+Content / H.239 H.263 and H.264 Video Error Concealment People Video Resolution NTSC 30fps at 56Kbps-768Kbps PAL 25fps at 56Kbps-768Kbps Receives Polycom Pro-Motion 60/50 fields per second (full screen video for NTSC/PAL applications) SIF (352 x 240), CIF (352 x 288) QSIF (176 x 120), QCIF (176 x 144) Content Video Resolution Send SIF, CIF, 4CIF, 4SIF, VGA, SVGA, XGA resolutions with People+Content IP Audio Standards & Protocols 14kHz bandwidth with Polycom Siren 14, G.722.1 Annex C 7 kHz bandwidth with G.722, G.722.1 3.4 kHz bandwidth with G.711, G.728, G.729A Automatic Gain Control Automatic Noise Supperssion Instant Adaptation Echo Cancellation Audio Error Concealment
Other ITU-Supported Standards H.221 communications H.224/H.281 far-end camera control H.323 Annex Q far-end camera control H.225, H.245, H.241 H.231 in multipoint calls H.243 chair control H.460.18/.19 NAT/firewall traversal BONDING, Mode 1 Network H.320 - 128Kbps, Single BRI H.323 up to 768Kbps SIP up to 768Kbps iPriority for QoS User Interface COD (PathNavigator Conference on Demand) Directory Services System Management o Web based o SNMP o ReadiManager SE200 CDR API support Auto SPID detection and line number configuration International languages (16)
Security Secure password authentication Embedded AES FIPS 197, H.235V3 and H.233/234 Video Overlay Electrical Auto sensing power supply Operating voltage/power 90260 VAC, 47-63 Hz/36 Watts Max 26 VA@115v60Hz, 32 VA@220v50Hz Max Heat Dissipation; 123 BTU/hour Environmental Specification o Operating Temperature: 0-40 C Operating Humidity: 15-80% Non-Operating Humidity: -40o 70 C Non-Operating Humidity (Noncondensing): 10-90% Maximum altitude is 10,000 feet Physical Characteristics Video Base Unit (W/H/D): 11.42 / 2.67 / 6.5; 290 mm / 67.9 mm / 165.1 mm Video Base Unit Weight: 2.5 lbs; 1.13 k Warranty One-year return to factory parts and labor 90-day software warranty Options Cable-free content sharing with People+Content IP

Microphones

Audio output 1 stereo RCA line level Audio output 2 stereo 3.5 mm 5. 6. 7.
IR Receiver Manual Pan/Tilt/Focus Camera
H.320 ISDN BRI S/T-interface (optional system) LAN NIC, 10/100 auto sensing Power transformer input
Video output 1 S-video main monitor Video output 2 RCA main monitor
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