Video Communication System

PCS-TL50

INTRODUCTION
Imagine a world in which you can sit at your desk working at your PC when suddenly, instead of the phone ringing, a window pops up on your PC display and instantly you are on a videoconference call. This world of modern visual communication is no longer imaginary with the new Sony PCS-TL50 Videoconferencing System. The all-in-one PCS-TL50 Videoconferencing System is ideal for executive offices, SOHOs, and small offices/meeting spaces. It's very easy to install, because everything is built-in, and preprogramming the unit is also very simple with the supplied Remote Commander unit and intuitive GUI. Moreover, the unit's user-friendly design makes placing and receiving calls as easy as pressing a button even easier than making a phone call. Boasting a large 20-inch*1 wide display that doubles as a PC monitor, multitasking is made easy. There are several layout options available, including multiple screens and Picture-andPicture, which can be used to display the other party while you continue to work on another PC application. By multitasking in this way, productivity can be increased twofold. What's more, the data-sharing function makes it possible to send and receive*2 any kind of data that can be displayed on a PC. With all of these features and more, the sleek, stylish, and sophisticated PCS-TL50 will make a great addition to your office or small meeting spaces. Increased productivity and improved communication, including executive decision-making is all possible with the PCS-TL50.
Viewable area measured diagonally. Sending data requires the optional PCSA-DSB1S Data Solution Box (DSB); however, the DSB is not required for receiving data.

FEATURES

All-In-One Design
Unlike typical videoconference systems, the PCS-TL50 has everything you need built into a single package that can double as a PC monitor. Its bright 20-inch wide display can properly present images in both 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios. The unit also has a builtin digital PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) camera that is used to precisely capture images, and a privacy shutter that can be closed at times when you prefer not to receive videoconference calls. In addition, built-in speakers and microphones provide high audio quality during videoconferences.

Easy Setup and Use

Built-in Network Interface/Optional ISDN Connection
With a built-in Ethernet interface, the PCS-TL50 can be configured by simply plugging it into a LAN and making a few quick settings on an intuitive setup menu. The PCS-TL50 supports data-transfer rates of up to 2 Mb/s, making high-quality videoconferencing possible. An optional PCSA-B768S or PCS-B384S ISDN Unit (network adapter) is available for videoconferences over ISDN networks; these units support data-transfer rates over ISDN lines at up to 768 Kb/s or 384 Kb/s, respectively.
User-Friendly Remote Commander/ Intuitive GUI
The PCS-TL50 is thoughtfully designed with an intuitive GUI and a user-friendly Remote Commander unit. Displaying only required information, the menus are intuitive and easy to navigate; in addition, text messages are displayed at the bottom of the screen as a guide. Buttons on the Remote Commander unit are cleanly situated for ease of use. And one-touch operation makes it quick and simple to change display layouts, capture images, and place calls.

One-Touch Dialing

A unique feature of the PCS-TL50 is one-touch dialing, which allows you to easily connect to any of your listed contacts with the touch of a button. By preprogramming your contact information, picture icons and contact names will appear at the bottom of the main menu. Calls are placed by pressing the button on the Remote Commander unit that corresponds to the picture icon. Up to 30 contacts in the phone book can be flagged for one-touch dialing.
Memory Stick Media for Private Phonebook
If multiple users choose to use a single PCS-TL50, each user can store their personal contact information on a Memory Stick media card. After inserting the Memory Stick media into the PCS-TL50, the unit automatically recognizes and activates the private phonebook, thereby eliminating the need to re-enter contact information to place a call.
Multitasking (Simultaneous Videoconference/PC)
With the PCS-TL50, you can continue to work on your PC even while you are on a videoconference call. This unique feature is ideal for busy executives who want to increase their productivity.

Excellent Video Quality Data-Sharing Capabilities
Data originated on your PC can be shared with your videoconferencing counterparts, making communication even more effective. Any image that can be displayed on a PC can be sent or received*2 in native XGA resolution, allowing all parties to share data during a videoconference. The PCS-TL50 complies with the ITU H.264 video codec in addition to previous versions of ITU videoconferencing codecs to maintain compatibility with legacy systems. ITU H.264 is the latest standard that offers high-picture quality at a much lower bit rate than the H.263 standard.
Superb Sound Picture-in-Picture/Picture-and-Picture
With the choice of Picture-in-Picture or Picture-andPicture (split screen) layout options, both near- and farend video and/or data can be displayed in a manner that is pleasing to the eye. Clear and natural-sounding audio is produced with the PCS-TL50 as it supports MPEG-4 AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) at 14 kHz.*3 Boasting dual-integrated speakers and microphones, and a built-in echo canceller, audio quality is much higher than conventional speakerphone systems. Also, a microphone jack and a headphone jack are available for external microphone or headset use.
MPEG-4 AAC is available with a peer-to-peer connection only.

Memory Stick Support

Not only does the PCS-TL50 support Memory Stick media for storing and retrieving private phonebooks, but it also supports the media for a number of other uses, including storing and receiving still images, capturing videoconference images, and installing optional software.

Picture-in-Picture

Secure Videoconferencing Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
Secure videoconferencing over a network is possible because the PCS-TL50 supports AES. When a videoconference is initiated with the AES feature active, video, audio, and graphics are encrypted for the duration of the videoconference.

Picture-and-Picture

QoS (Quality of Service) Enhancement Functions
When holding a videoconference over a network, a common concern is how to maintain video and audio quality when the performance of the network is changing. The PCS-TL50 provides two advanced functions to enhance QoS over a network:
Multi-point Videoconferencing at up to 10 Sites*4
Using optional MCU software, the PCS-TL50 can be configured to communicate with up to 5 videoconferencing sites simultaneously using either an IP (H.323 protocol) or ISDN (H.320 protocol) connection. It can also support videoconferences in which the connections are a combination of IP and ISDN using a unique bridging function. Moreover, two PCS-TL50 units - each installed with the optional MCU (H.323) software - can be cascaded with an IP connection to support a maximum of 10 sites.

Adaptive Rate Control

The adaptive rate control function automatically varies the audio and video bit transfer rate to meet changing network conditions. It also selects the most appropriate frame rates, which helps prevent audio and video breakup.
Auto Repeat Request (ARQ)
The ARQ function recovers lost IP packets. This is performed by buffering the packets at the encoder and resending any that are lost. This feature helps maintain the audio and video quality, and helps prevent picture collapse even under high network traffic conditions.
The following video and audio standards are supported with multi-point videoconferencing: H.261, H.263, G.711, G.722, and G.728.

Transportable

The all-in-one PCS-TL50 is equipped with a handle and has a relatively light weight of 10 kg (22 lbs), making it very portable and easy to move from one room to another.

Wireless LAN Capability

By connecting an external wireless LAN device*5 to the network interface of the PCS-TL50, the unit can be used on a wireless network.
Please contact your local Sony sales office for a list of compatible wireless devices.
SAMPLE SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

PCSA-DSB1S

RGB Cable

RGB Cable DSB Cable

PCS-TL50 LAN/WAN

PCS-G70

PCS-1/1P

Monitor

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

*PCSA-B768S shown

*PCS-A1 shown

Data Solution Box

PCSA-B768S

6BRI ISDN Unit

PCS-A1
Omnidirectional Microphone

PCS-323M1

H.323 MCU Software

PCSA-B384S

3BRI ISDN Unit

PCS-A300

Unidirectional Microphone

PCS-320M1

H.320 MCU Software

SPECIFICATIONS

PCS-TL50 Video Standards Resolution Frame rate Bit rate Audio Bandwidth and coding H.261, H.263, H.263+, H.263++, H.264, H.263 Interlaced SIF, MPEG-4 SP@L3 QCIF (176 x 144), CIF (352 x 288) Max. 30 frames/s Up to 768 Kb/s in H.320 (Incl. audio) Up to 2 Mb/s in H.323 (Incl. audio) G.711: 3.4 kHz at 56/64 Kb/s G.722: 7.0 kHz at 48/56/64 Kb/s G.722.1: 7.0 kHz at 24/32 Kb/s (H.323) G.728: 3.4 kHz at 16 Kb/s G.723.1: 3.4 kHz at 5.3/6.3 Kb/s (H.323) G.729: 3.4 kHz at 8 Kb/s (H.323) MPEG-4 AAC (mono) 14 kHz at 64/96 Kb/s (H.323) at 48 Kb/s (H.320) Integrated Camera Image device Horizontal resolution Focal length Focus IRIS Zoom ratio Pan angle Tilt angle Preset S/N Others Integrated Microphones Frequency response Integrated Speakers Output Remote Commander Format Interface Video (for offline use only) Audio Audio (for offline use only) Network DSB I/F Memory Stick General Operating temperature Operating humidity Storage temperature Storage humidity Power Requirements Power Consumption Main Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) Remote Commander Dimensions (W x H x D) Main Unit Weight Remote Commander Weight Supplied Accessories 1/3 type CCD 450 TV lines 4.0 mm (F2.0) Pan Focus Auto (Digital AGC) x2 (Digital zoom) -35 to +35 (Digital) -26 to +26 (Digital) Up to 6 positions 48 dB Back light compensation, Auto white balance 15 kHz Unidirectional x 2 3Wx2 Wireless SIRCS Composite input, RGB input, D-Sub 15 External microphone input (Plug in power) External headphone output (mini-jack) Line input (Stereo), RCA x 2, Line input (Stereo), mini-jack 10Base-T/100Base-TX, External ISDN Unit I/F Dedicated D-Sub 15 Memory Stick slot 5 C to 35 C 20% to 80% -20 C to +60 C 20% to 80% AC 120 V (UC), AC 220 V to 240 V (CE), 50/60 Hz DC 19.5 V, 7.7 A 20 7/8 x 17 5/8 x 4 3/8 inches (528 x 445 x 110 mm), excl. projections 6 5/8 x 3/4 x 3 1/2 inches (167.4 x 19 x 87.3 mm), excl. projections 22 lbs 1 oz (10 kg) 6.3 oz (180 g) PCS-RTL50 Remote Commander PCS-AC19V8 AC Adaptor Manganese Battery for Remote Commander x2 Operation Guide Quick Operation Guide Operation Manual CD-ROM Worldwide Warranty Card

* Requires optional MCU software. IP/ISDN Bridging is possible. ** Requires optional MCU software. Connections between base units must be IP (H.323). IP/ISDN Bridging is possible.
Integrated Display LCD 20" Widescreen TFT Aspect ratio 16:9 Resolution 1280 x 768 (WXGA) Brightness 400 Cd/m2 (max.) Response Less than 15 ms Contrast ratio 500:1 Viewing angle Greater than 160 Colors 16.7 million Graphics XGA 1024 pixels x 768 lines (H.263), with PCSA-DSB1S 4CIF 704 pixels x 576 lines (H.261 Annex D, H.263) Picture-in-Picture Sub screen size 4.3" (256 x 192), One of four corners Picture-and-Picture (1) Main screen size 17.3" (1024 x 768) Sub screen size 4.3" (256 x 192), Located at upper-right corner of display Picture-and-Picture (2) Main/Sub screen size 10.8" (640 x 480), Side-by-side ITU-T Standards (excludes audio/video standards) H.320, H.323, H.221, Bonding , H.281 FECC H.225.0, H.245, T.120 Network Protocols TELNET (Server), HTTP (Server), FTP (Server), SNMP (Agent) DNS (Client), DHCP (Client), RTP/RTCP, TCP/UDP Multipoint Capabilities Up to 6 sites (H.320/H.323)* Up to 10 sites (H.320/H.323)** Lip Synchronization Manual On/Off
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