NEC VisuaLink 128 User's Manual
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1. JI Power Switch m VisuaLink 128 384 Power Strip VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Application Configurations 2 3 Roll About Components The Roll About incorporates the following components into one easy to move unit for videoconferencing e Video Cabinet e VisuaLink 128 or VisuaLink 384 Codec e Video Monitor e Motion Camera e Microphone e Cable Kit Video Cabinet Video Cabinet The Roll About uses a cabinet RA 128 384 that contains all components that mount in or on the cabinet to make an all in one videoconferencing unit There is additional room in the cabinet for a VCR or Laser Disk player A power switch is located on the cabinet so all Roll About components can be turned on or off with one button touch The monitor is braced to prevent it from slipping from the top of the cabinet VisuaLink Codec VisuaLink 128 384 Depending on the requirement either a VisuaLink 128 or VisuaLink 384 both include infrared remote control would be incorporated into the Roll About Video Monitor Video Monitor The Roll About includes a Sony Trinitron 27 or 32 inch video monitor depending on selected option The monitor sits on the video cabinet at the appropriate height for most viewing applications The monitor includes the following features e On screen menus for configuring the VisuaLink e Picture in Picture PIP that allows the local site to view their image seen2. VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Parameter Line Interface Video 1 In Video 2 In Video 1 Out Video 2 Out Line Audio In Headset Input Microphone Input Specifications 5 5 External Interface Parameters VisuaLink 128 Applicable Line 1 ISDN BRI 2 High speed digital leased line Interface National ISDN 1 Connector 1 Modular jack RJ 45 Transmission speeds 1 64 56 Kbps B 2 2x64 2x56 Kbps 2B Standard NTSC composite signal 525 line 59 94Hz e Connector RCA pin jack Standard S Video Component signal 525 line 59 94Hz Connector DIN 4 pin Standard NTSC composite signal 525 line 59 94Hz Connector RCA pin jack Standard S Video Component signal 525 line 59 94Hz Connector DIN 4 pin Input level 10dBv Excessive Load Level 3dB G711 G 728 9dB 6722 Input Impedance High impedance unbalanced e Connector RCA pin jack Using recommended headset Microphone Electric condenser type power Supply voltage 25V Input impedance High impedance Using recommended microphone Number of connections 3 Applicable microphone Electric condenser type power supply voltage 15V Impedance Low impedance VisuaLink 128 384 General Description VisuaLink 384 Applicable Line 1 ISDN BRI 2 High speed digital leased line Interface National ISDN 1 Connectors 3 Modular jacks RJ 45 Transmissi
3. 2 38 4 Kbps start stop synchronization Connecting cable 2 line cable Connector 6 pin modular jack RJ 11 Voltage 5VDC Polarity inside outside e Connector EIA RC 5320A applicable VisuaLink 384 Output level 10dBv Excessive Load Level 3dB G711 G728 9dB G722 Output Impedance Low impedance unbalanced Connector RCA pin jack Using recommended headset Speaker Dynamic speaker Impedance Low impedance Connector DIN 8 pin Communication speed 1 2 38 4 Kbps start stop synchronization Connector DIN 8 pin Communication speed 1 2 38 4 Kbps start stop synchronization Connecting cable 2 line cable Connector 6 pin modular jack RJ 11 Voltage 5VDC Polarity inside outside Connector EIA RC 5320A applicable VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Specifications 5 7 Operating Modes amp Features The following provides a summary of the main operating modes and features for VisuaLink VisuaLink Unit Control VisuaLink can be controlled by one of three devices e VisuaLink Wireless Infrared Remote Control e VoicePoint or Analog Phone Set connected to TEL jack e Personal Computer connected to Serial Port A buzzer is built into VisuaLink and will sound when an incoming call is detected When using a VoicePoint or analog phone their respective ringers will indicate an incoming call Call Dialing Originating Modes e Direct
4. for VisuaLink videoconferencing 1 6 Introduction VisuaLink 128 384 Point to Point Applications Telemedicine Remote Medical Training NEC VisuaLink brings a whole new category of portable and easy to use videoconferencing systems Point to point applications such as remote presentations and remote medical expertise are possible with VisuaLink VisuaLink 128 384 Multi Point Applications NEC Multipoint Control Unit Conference Room VisuaLink provides a more economical solution to bring together shared desk personal desktop and conference room users no matter where the location With VisuaLink camera microphone and a BRI interface a conference can be Ready to Go easily and quickly for organizations that could not afford it before VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Introduction 1 7 VisuaLink Documentation Additional information on VisuaLink can be found in the following NEC publications e VisuaLink User Manual Stock 0293884 e VisuaLink Quick Installation Guide Stock 0293885 e VisuaLink Engineering Guide Stock 0293886 Consult these documents for additional user installation and technical information VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 1 8 Introduction VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 2 1 EES ee Application Configurations VisuaLink 128 384 General Description VisuaLink is the heart of a videoconferencing system The compact VisuaLink uni
5. rate options would be employed If audio quality is more important than video quality 48 Kbps for the audio and 80 Kbps for video the system could use G 722 If video quality is more important than audio quality the system employs G 728 The audio uses 16 Kbps leaving 112 Kbps for the video Data Transmission Rate Data Transmission Rates impact the perceived quality of the video picture The higher the data rate the better the video quality At T1 speeds 1 536 Kbps the video quality will be best However many connections will not use this rate because of cost In today s systems some users connect at the 768 Kbps rate as a trade off between high quality video and cost Most use the 384 Kbps rate The 128 Kbps rate is becoming more widely used with the increased availability of ISDN service 3 6 Technical Description VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 4 1 AAA A ee A Installation amp Maintenance Installation Requirements The compact VisuaLink units need no special installation However the following should be considered when using or mounting the VisuaLink units VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Place the VisuaLink unit on a stable surface such as a desk or mounted in a video or equipment rack VisuaLink may cause possible video interference if placed directly on top of a TV set or monitor This placement is not recommended If placing a phone set modem or other device on top of the VisuaLin
6. your NEC representative or the NEC Technical Assistance Center VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 5 1 AAA AAA Specifications General Specifications The following diagrams illustrate the VisuaLink 128 and VisuaLink 384 units All front and rear panel connections are shown See the General Parameters table for dimensions VisuaLink 128 384 Front amp Rear Panels and Remote Control HEADSET POWER _LINE_ D B1 B2 B6 Front Panel MICI MIC2 MIC3 TEL S T LINE a Serial Serial2 RMT ons VisuaLink 128 Rear Panel Wireless Remote S T LINE S T LINE S T LINE a LI VIDEO2 VIDEO1 AUDIO Serial Serial2 RMT VisuaLink 384 Rear Panel VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 5 2 Specifications VisuaLink 128 384 Top View VisuaLink 128 384 Side View VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Parameter Audio Connection Line Type Transmission Speed Interface Compression Resolution Input Output Interface Protcol Control Compression Echo Control Input Output Interface General Parameters VisuaLink 128 Basic Rate Interface BRI National ISDN 1 Tel 64 Kbps B 2x64 Kbps 2B Upgradeable to 384 Kbps Note Px56 Kbps mode complies with Band 2B One RJ 45 Modular J ack H 261 H 263 CIF resolution 352x288 QCIF resolution 176x144 Annex D 720x480 still graphic tr
7. User Interface Unit Size Power Requirements Operating Environment General Parameters Cont VisuaLink 128 Ports 2 Serial DIN 8 pin Speed 1 2 38 4 Kbps asynchronous Start Stop synchronization PC control Camera control T 120 data transmission Generic data transmission Wireless remote control built in IR receiver PC connected with serial port PC software sold separately is required Telephone for analog line 2 line cable RJ 11 Dimensions 10 W x 7 D x 2 25 H 254 mm x 177 mm x 57 mm Weight less than 5 lbs 3 Kg Attached external AC adapter Input Voltage 100 240 VAC 47 63 Hz Output Voltage 5VDC 5 0 A max Temperature 40 104 F 5 40 C Humidity 20 80 Non condensing VisuaLink 384 Ports 2 Serial DIN 8 pin Speed 1 2 38 4 Kbps asynchronous Start Stop synchronization PC control Camera control T 120 data transmission Generic data transmission Wireless remote control built in IR receiver PC connected with serial port PC software sold separately is required Telephone for analog line 2 line cable RJ 11 Dimensions 10 W x 7 D x 2 25 H 254 mm x 177 mm x 57 mm Weight less than 5 lbs 3 Kg Attached external AC adapter Input Voltage 100 240 VAC 47 63 Hz Output Voltage 5VDC 5 0 A max Temperature 40 104 F 5 40 C Humidity 20 80 Non condensing
8. VisuaLink 128 384 General Description NEC NEC America Inc July 1998 Stock 0293739 NDA 24229 Issue 1 LIABILITY DISCLAIMER NEC America Inc reserves the right to change the specifications functions or features at any time without notice NEC America Inc has prepared this document for the exclusive use by its employees and customers The information contained herein is the property of NEC America Inc and shall not be reproduced without prior written approval from NEC America Inc NEAX and D M are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation Copyright 1998 NEC America Inc Printed in USA All other brand or product names are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks of and are used to identify products or services of their respective owners A AAA Contents o o A 1 1 A 1 1 A PROPRIO O NT E es eS 1 2 Applications AA 1 5 VisuaLink Documentati0n 1 7 Application Configurations 2 1 Roll About soil ille 2 2 Desktop PU odierni 2 5 Sal PETRI TI O CO I OO 2 9 Technical Description 3 1 Video amp Audio Interfaces 3 2 Echo CAICARA ocio di 3 2 MoO AMP 3 2 System e AA 3 3 Line Interface es ne be C8 CAKE Ke RSE OS 3 3 more on H 320 Videoconferencing 3 4 Installation amp Maintenance 4 1 Installation Requirements 4 1 Maintenance Requirements 4 2 VisuaLink 128 384 General Description ii Conte
9. ansmission reception NTSC composite 1 input 1 output RCA pin jack S Video component 1 input 1 output DIN 4 pin H 281 NEC video method VCCI D30 e G 711 3 4kHz e G 722 7kHz e G 728 3 4kHz 7kHz built in echo canceller Line Audio 1 input 1 output RCA pin jack Headset 1 input 1 output stereo mini plug Analog phone port 1 input 1 output RJ 11 modular jack Microphone input port 3 inputs mono mini plug VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Specifications 5 3 VisuaLink 384 Basic Rate Interface BRI National ISDN 1 Tel 64 Kbps B 2x64 Kbps 2B 64 128 192 256 320 384 Kbps 56 112 168 224 280 336 Kbps Note Px56 Kbps mode complies with B and 2B Three RJ 45 Modular J acks H 261 H 263 CIF resolution 352x288 QCIF resolution 176x144 Annex D 720x480 still graphic transmission reception NTSC composite 1 input 1 output RCA pin jack S Video component 1 input 1 output DIN 4 pin H 281 NEC video method VCCI D30 e G 711 3 4kHz e G 722 7kHz e G 728 3 4kHz 7kHz built in echo canceller Line Audio 1 input 1 output RCA pin jack Headset 1 input 1 output stereo mini plug Analog phone port 1 input 1 output RJ 11 modular jack Microphone input port 3 inputs mono mini plug 5 4 Specifications Parameter Serial Control
10. by the distant end e Built in speakers for far end audio VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 2 4 Application Configurations Motion Video Camera Motion Video Camera The motion camera D30 is a full color camera with the following features e Effective picture elements of 380 000 EVI D30 provides high resolution video images e High speed pan tilt zoom actions controlled by VisuaLink e Automatic focus e Captures the video in the local room Desktop Microphone Microphone A conference type omni directional desktop microphone AT841 INT is supplied with the VisuaLink Roll About This sensitive microphone is specifically designed for conference room applications and can pick up most anyone speaking in the conference area Cable Kit The Cable Kit includes all necessary cables except cables for connection to an BRI NT1 interface unit The cables for the NT1 are supplied with that unit option Options Additional options available with the Roll About e NTI e Graphics Camera e Second Pan Tilt Camera e Additional AT841 INT Microphones e Second Cabinet e Additional Monitors If using the Roll About with external ISDN BRI connections one VisuaLink 128 or three VisuaLink 384 BRI NT1 interface units will be required Additional cameras for motion one D30 supplied and a graphics camera can be added to the Roll About configuration Still graphics for hardcopy presentations drawings or brochures could be pre
11. conds They connect to most televisions or monitors and can be used with a wide variety of cameras microphones and other audio video systems NEC videoconferencing solutions are powerful productivity tools that provide organizations the ability to address issues and respond to opportunities more quickly More people can be effectively involved to facilitate a more open and collaborative working environment NEC is the only vendor who provides products for the full range of videoconferencing from rollabout systems and broadcasting equipment to the newest compact videoconference systems 1 2 Introduction Features single compact unit weighs less than 5 lbs 3 Kg use with most vendor peripherals buttons for calling and hang up are color coded for quick access configuration startup menus for both network and VisuaLink configurations VisuaLink incorporates features for today s high performance technologies while making a videoconference system easy and cost effective to operate Total Integration VisuaLink is a self contained unit It integrates hardware and software into one small easy to use box VisuaLink is easy to setup and likewise easy to troubleshoot any connection problems Portability VisuaLink 128 and VisuaLink 384 are compact units weighing less than five pounds 3 Kg Small enough to fit inside an attache or computer case they have the durability to withstand the rigors of regular travel Thi
12. d a maximum of two units can be controlled in cascade Some features may not be available in certain combinations of audio mode LSD speed and MLP speed VisuaLink 128 384 General Description NEC NEC America Inc July 1998 VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Stock 0293739 NDA 24229 Issue 1
13. dial calling by the Remote Control PC control analog telephone and VoicePoint e Speed Dial calling by the Remote Control PC control e Redial calling by the Remote Control PC control VisuaLink provides 130 speed dial number address book for call originating For redial 30 numbers are automatically saved for both incoming and outgoing calls VisuaLink can be set to only originate a call and can reject the originating call that does not meet the specific condition Originating number filter feature Example conditions are e Incoming call only e Inhibits originating a call to the number other than the registered abbreviated dial numbers Inhibits originating a call to special number for example the number starting from 001 Incoming Call Answer Modes e Manual e Automatic e Selective Selective is a security mode and will automatically reject an incoming call from phone numbers other than those in the abbreviated dial list VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 5 8 Specifications Line Interface Control Originate at a 64 Kbps or 56 Kbps to the North American National ISDN 1 Line Connect Modes BRI interface with VisuaLink 128 384 and other ISDN equipment TA FAX etc e Selects an incoming call in a sub address setting Video Display Output Modes Display Picture in Picture PIP e 1 9 transmission video display mirror display e 4 position selection is possible can be positioned in any o
14. er which supports ISDN BRI bonding calling This allows users to connect up to three NT1 terminated ISDN BRI line connections to VisuaLink This makes it possible to combine three signals from three separate BRI lines into one contiguous data channel VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 3 4 Technical Description more on H 320 Videoconferencing ITU T H 320 specifies technical requirements for narrow band visual telephone systems and terminal equipment typically for videoconferencing and videophone services The H 320 standard defines the minimum requirements that all videoconferencing manufacturers must support to comply with H 320 These minimum requirements ensure all manufacturer s H 320 compliant systems will communicate with other In addition to the minimum requirements certain optional requirements and standards are also part of or are used in conjunction with H 320 The implementation of these options is left up to the individual manufacturers Implementing or not implementing these options can significantly impact the video audio and transmission quality This is why not all manufacturer s H 320 compliant systems operate the same Five quality factors determine the overall performance of a videoconferencing system Picture Resolution Video Frame Rate Video Processing Audio Quality and Data Transmission Rate A fully compliant including options H 320 system addresses these factors Picture Resolution Pict
15. f the 4 quads of the TV screen Video Output e Preview image e Far site image e Still picture snap shot picture 720x480 On Screen Menus display settings for line connection conference control and speed dialing A display pointer can be displayed on the local and remote monitor via the IR remote Audio Control Modes e Control of output volume e Transmission audio delay e Manual selection of lip sync e Microphone muting e Audio input selection Audio input is switchable between telephone headset and audio input mixed with microphone input The audio input from a VCR or other playback source can be mixed with the microphone audio and transmitted to the distant end The received audio can also be mixed Data Conference A data conference can be held simultaneously with a videoconference using data conference application software sold separately This requires use of a personal computer VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Specifications 5 9 Multi Point Conference Control Multi Point Conference Modes e Audio Switch e Chairman mode Video selection local room transmission multiple address remote camera control pointer control still picture transmission remote camera switch e Selective Receive Video selection local room transmission Multi point conference control protocol e ITU T Recommendation H 243 International Standard Method using LSD e NEC own method NEC s own method using MLP Came
16. hese circuits provide the correct electrical and protocol connections for video sources video outputs and display monitors audio sources and audio outputs Connections are provided for microphones headset line level audio inputs outputs and video inputs outputs VisuaLink supports S video which allows the transmission and reception of higher image resolutions Echo Canceller Echo can be a real problem on audio circuits Some systems communicating over long distances can create an echo effect that is very distracting for videoconferencing participants So distracting it is considered unacceptable in videoconferencing A special Echo Canceller circuit eliminates echo effects caused by long distance lines and signal clipping caused by narrow bandwidth equipment This built in echo canceller supports a wide range of frequencies from 50 Hz to 7 KHz H 320 Codec The Codec is the heart of the VisuaLink system digitizing and compressing video audio signals and preparing the signals to be transmitted over digital lines The Codec along with the Echo Canceller circuits are designed to support the latest International Telecommunications Union ITU T H 320 standard for videoconferencing These H 320 options are supported in VisuaLink Video e H 261 supports older low resolution systems with video compression for wide bandwidth transmissions This ensures VisuaLink is compatible with these older systems e H 263 supports ne
17. ideoconferencing is being adapted to a wide variety of applications VisuaLink 128 384 General Description General Business provides many applications for videoconferencing between distant sites New opportunities are possible especially for small groups of people where videoconferencing was too complex or costly before Smaller project meetings and reviews could now use videoconferencing Project members or staff on the road could participate using their Laptop PCs with VisuaLink video capture card camera and BRI interface Education provides significant opportunities for in home instruction special needs tutoring at home corporate training remote product training and remote technical assistance for product maintenance Remote Interactive Kiosk is possible for public offices consumer retail remote site seeing guides remote consultation remote convention amp trade show expertise and presentations Telemedicine creates the opportunity for in home care giver to senior citizens or the mobility impaired Remote medical training for hard to get to locations or smaller medical centers New Applications New Markets will now be opened and realized with VisuaLink VisuaLink compact systems can be setup at any location for presentations and interactive communications It can instantly bring in experts from back home to help the sales force at a remote convention The following diagrams illustrate some of the various uses
18. k unit ensure their weight will not cause damage to the VisuaLink unit VisuaLink requires adequate ventilation to properly operate Do not block the openings on the top and sides of the unit Maintain a 2 4 inch spacing on the sides to allow for proper unit cooling If VisuaLink is to be mounted in an equipment rack ensure adequate conditions and temperature requirements are met Refer to the VisuaLink Quick Installation Guide Stock 0293885 for complete installation procedures 4 2 Installation amp Maintenance Maintenance Requirements There are no user serviceable see Note components modules or circuits inside the VisuaLink units If experiencing problems follow these guidelines Ensure a power source is connected to the VisuaLink unit and the power control is set to on e Check all connections to the VisuaLink unit Sometimes the wrong cable may be connected or perhaps loosely plugged in Make sure all cables used in a VisuaLink configuration are working properly with no broken wires or connectors e Ensure all settings and parameters for VisuaLink operation are correctly set via the on screen menus e Verify the VisuaLink unit has adequate ventilation see previous section Installation Requirements Note A user can unpgrade a VisuaLink 128 to a VisuaLink 384 Refer to the VisuaLink Quick Installation Guide Stock 0293885 If problems still exist after completing the maintenance guidelines contact
19. le PCI bus slot i nr A ES e 16 bit PC graphics board supporting Direct Draw e Sound Board multimedia subsystem or powered speakers Microsoft Windows 95 Laptop PC option Laptop PC option s VisuaLink can also be used with a Laptop PC The Video Capture Board is also available in a PCMCIA card version Simply insert the PCMCIA card and load the VisuaLink Director software Connect a camera microphone and communication line and videoconferencing is ready to go anytime anywhere These components fit nicely into a typical sample case size carry case Place the case under the airline seat and head off to the convention trade show sales meeting or subcontractor location Complete on the road high quality videoconferencing is now possible with VisuaLink Desktop PC configured for Laptop VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Application Configurations 2 9 Gateway The VisuaLink Gateway application configuration allows shared VisuaLink 128 384 units between many users Existing desktop video audio equipment users can now have high quality videoconferencing with VisuaLink VisuaLink units can be configured in one of two typical gateway applications e ViewPoint VBX Gateway e VisuaLink Direct Connect Either application configuration allows shared VisuaLink 128 384 units between users This can be a cost effective solution where existing video audio equipme
20. nt is already in place VisuaLink amp ViewPoint VBX Gateway A VisuaLink 128 384 unit could be used with a NEC ViewPoint VBX system The VBX connects all local users and VisuaLink provides the videoconferencing and interface functions through the local PBX to the Telco digital network VisuaLink is then shared between all users through the VBX A cost affordable multi user solution VisuaLink amp ViewPoint VBX Gateway to Telco Digital Network a r pm 2 A Telco lt VisuaLink 128 384 Sy ISDN PRI BRI a di TI ViewPoint VBX r e mn Equipment Rack or Desktop Videoconferencing NEAX 2000 PBX NEAX 2400 IMX PBX or Direct Connection to National ISDN1 VisuaLink can be mounted in a Video Equipment rack VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 2 10 Application Configurations VisuaLink Direct Connect Gateway The VisuaLink Direct Connect Gateway application configuration uses VisuaLink 128 384 units as shared resources for different video audio users and groups in a facility The diagram shows VisuaLink units and a cable patch panel mounted in an equipment rack Video audio cabling from various areas would connect to the patch panel The patch panel would connect select areas with a particular VisuaLink unit depending on user requirements The VisuaLink units then provide a direct interface to the Telco digital network This gateway application configuration could utilize existing Desk
21. nts Specifications 5 1 General Specifications 5 1 Operating Modes amp Features 5 7 VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Introduction Overview VisuaLink 128 384 General Description In today s fast paced business climate timely access to accurate information is a critical resource in every successful organization Often this information must be communicated face to face However with busy schedules and remote locations getting everyone together for a conference can be difficult and expensive NEC s VisuaLink products can bring everyone together with an easy and cost affordable solution VisuaLink sets new standards in group videoconferencing delivering high end features for about one fifth the price of other systems VisuaLink makes videoconferencing practical easy and cost effective Now moving information between individuals or groups located in house or in remote locations is no longer a problem VisuaLink provides a dynamic solution to deliver video audio information at the speed of light VisuaLink 128 and VisuaLink 384 are lightweight fully integrated videoconferencing Codecs that become the heart of a videoconference system VisuaLink 128 supports a single 128 Kbps BRI connection upgradable to 384 Kbps The VisuaLink 384 supports 384 Kbps using three BRI connections These all in one units use advanced plug and play technology to get up and running in se
22. on speeds 1 64 128 192 256 320 384 Kbps 2 56 112 168 224 280 336 Kbps Standard NTSC composite signal 525 line 59 94Hz Connector RCA pin jack Standard S Video Component signal 525 line 59 94Hz Connector DIN 4 pin Standard NTSC composite signal 525 line 59 94Hz Connector RCA pin jack Standard S Video Component signal 525 line 59 94Hz e Connector DIN 4 pin Input level 10dBv e Excessive Load Level 3dB G711 G 728 9dB G722 Input Impedance High impedance unbalanced Connector RCA pin jack Using recommended headset Microphone Electric condenser type power supply voltage 25V Input impedance High impedance Using recommended microphone Number of connections 3 Applicable microphone Electric condenser type power supply voltage 15V Impedance Low impedance 5 6 Specifications Parameter Line Audio Out HeadsetOutput Serial 1 Serial 2 RMT Analog Phone Interface AC Adapter Interface External Interface Parameters Cont VisuaLink 128 Output level 10dBv Excessive Load Level 3dB G711 G728 9dB G722 Output Impedance Low impedance unbalanced Connector RCA pin jack Using recommended headset Speaker Dynamic speaker Impedance Low impedance e Connector DIN 8 pin e Communication speed 1 2 38 4 Kbps start stop synchronization Connector DIN 8 pin Communication speed 1
23. ophone VisuaLink 128 VisuaLink 384 VisuaLink 128 384 General Description CCD Desktop Video Camera Il FEES ty Desktop Personal Computer PC 2 6 Application Configurations Desktop PC Components The Desktop PC incorporates the following components e VisuaLink 128 or VisuaLink 384 e Video Capture Board e CCD Desktop Camera e Microphone e Cable Kit VisuaLink Director software VisuaLink 128 384 Depending on the requirements either a VisuaLink 128 or VisuaLink 384 both include infrared remote control would be supplied as the heart of a videoconferencing system Video Capture Board The Video Capture board installs in the user s Pentium 100 Mhz or faster PC This PCI bus board provides the video interface between the VisuaLink unit and the desktop PC CCD Desktop Camera CCD Desktop Camera The CCD Desktop Camera is a full color camera with the following features e Fixed camera for one or two person shot e Manual pan tilt for quick shot framing e Manual focus for easy image adjustment e Simple set up Desktop Microphone Microphone A conference type omni directional desktop microphone AT841 INT is supplied with VisuaLink Desktop PC This sensitive microphone is specifically designed for conference applications and can pick up most anyone speaking in the nearby area Cable Kit The Cable Kit includes all necessary cables except cables for connection to an BRI NT1 interface
24. ra Control Switching modes VisuaLink Remote Control Local remote camera control camera switch pan tilt zoom preset e PC software sold separately can control a local camera near end and remote camera far end e Speaker detecting It detects a speaker from the connected microphones one of three and automatically switches to the stored preset for that speaker Selection for camera type e VC C1 e EVI D30 Remote camera protocol selection e ITU T Recommendation H 281 International Standard Method using LSD e NEC own method NEC s own method using MLP Maintenance VisuaLink employs the following maintenance modes e VisuaLink firmware can be manually or automatically downloaded from NEC e Loopback diagnosis capability e Communication log start date complete date duration fee reason for the disconnection can be recorded and used by a PC VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 5 10 Specifications Serial Port Modes Serial Port 1 e Console port PC control e VC CI camera control port e EVI D30 camera control port e 7 120 data conference data transmission port PC data conference Serial Port 2 e Console port PC control e VC CI camera control port e EVI D30 camera control port e IR Remote A console can be assigned to either Serial 1 or 2 A camera control is also assigned to either Serial 1 or 2 A camera control driver selects either VC C1 or EVI D30 camera types If EVI D30 is use
25. s makes them ideal companions for demos business trips and off site meetings Plug amp Play Technology VisuaLink systems use Plug amp Play technology employing simple generic interfaces This makes for easy connections to almost any brand of cameras microphones and other audio video components There is no need for any special equipment with VisuaLink only a standard ISDN BRI line connection The VisuaLink systems use industry standard connections for NTSC composite video inputs outputs RCA pin S Video inputs outputs DIN4 and modular jacks RJ 45 for BRI interfaces Color coded connectors for the video and audio with a clearly labeled unit back panel It takes only seconds to connect all peripheral devices to VisuaLink Wireless Remote The VisuaLink hand held remote control infrared provides access to all functions with a simple button touch The remote can control all VisuaLink connections disconnections conference operations and environment settings On Screen Displays The on screen messages and icon driven menus make it easy for anyone to operate VisuaLink Just point the VisuaLink remote and follow the messages and menus on the video display No special video training is needed VisuaLink 128 384 General Description VoicePoint connectivity for ease of dialing local end can set far end presets connect up to 3 microphones settings for higher frame rate for smoother motion or lower frame ra
26. sented in a videoconference using a document camera If the room size is large additional microphones up to 3 can be added to the system for better audio pick up A second cabinet and monitor can be placed in a strategic location for better viewing VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Application Configurations 2 5 Desktop PC also available with control software The VisuaLink Desktop PC application configuration provides a business solution for videoconferencing at the individual desktop Desktop PC components install and work with a user s desktop PC system It includes everything necessary for high quality videoconferencing from the desktop Videoconferencing is no longer limited to fixed installations in a corner meeting room The Desktop PC can easily be installed at a individual desktop PC or workstation Quick connections and software make for ease of use VisuaLink Desktop PC could be installed on a key manager s or selected personnel workstations for business unit production control quality marketing sales and human resources as examples This would allow these key managers and select personnel to participate easily in videoconferencing from their own desktop With the complexity of today s projects rising costs remote subcontractor supervision and global locations VisuaLink Desktop PC can save time travel expense and promote better business to business communication Desktop PC E Desktop Micr
27. suaLink 128 384 General Description VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Technical Description 3 5 Video Processing Video Processing is a complex process to reduce the amount of image data that must be processed on any given picture frame If processing is not used videoconference performance is reduced by conditions such as complex picture backgrounds poor camera lighting conditions and object movement This ensures a H 320 system processes image objects in the picture that actually move This lowers significantly the amount of picture information that must be transmitted to the far end for each frame and provides a higher quality picture Audio Three options for H 320 define the audio requirements used for a videoconference e G 711 for narrowband transmission at 48 56 Kbps e G 722 for wideband transmission at 48 56 Kbps e G 728 for narrowband transmission at 16 Kbps G 711 is telephone quality audio narrow band 3 KHz while G 722 is used for stereo quality audio wideband 7 KHz G 728 offers the highest quality audio providing a narrow band 16 Kbps rate This is necessary for low bit rate transmissions A manufacturer s videoconferencing system that supports all three audio requirements has the greatest capability and flexibility to provide the highest quality video at all data rates for Example In a 128 Kbps videoconference connection typically BRI the G 722 48 56 Kbps rate or G 728 16 Kbps
28. t zoom and focus using the preset to show the person speaking No longer is a videoconference technician needed to operate a camera controller or video switcher Echo Canceller Voice quality is an important component in videoconferencing Users will tolerate degraded video but not degraded audio The echo canceller improves audio voice quality by eliminating signal echo from long line communications and clipping caused by some narrow band systems H 320 Videoconferencing Compliance VisuaLink is designed to the International Telecommunications Union ITU T H 320 standard for videoconferencing Many claim to support this standard but few products support all options of H 320 VisuaLink is designed to fully support the H 320 standard This overall standard includes the new option H 263 video standard for higher resolution low bandwidth processing and the H 261 video standard for lower resolution high bandwidth processing for compatibility with older systems Also supported are the standards G 711 G 722 and G 728 for the audio element of videoconferencing VisuaLink incorporates the latest H 320 technology available and provides backward compatibility in one compact unit For additional information on H 320 see Part 3 of this manual Technical Description more on H 320 Videoconferencing 1 4 Introduction same software used for both 128 amp 384 units e NT1 is not needed Field Upgradable Often keeping up with
29. t can be configured with a variety of peripheral equipment to address most any videoconferencing need Three configurations best use the VisuaLink technology to provide solutions to business videoconferencing e Roll About e Desktop PC e Gateway These application configurations allow a business to provide videoconferencing from the individual desktop to enterprise wide The next sections describe these application configurations 2 2 Application Configurations easily moved use in active locations turn key solution no additional devices needed for a standard videoconference Video Display p NT1 optional One for 128 Three for 384 Roll About The VisuaLink Roll About application configuration provides a turn key solution to most general business uses for videoconferencing The Roll About includes everything necessary for high quality videoconferencing Just roll the unit to a conference room display area or shop floor and connect a ISDN BRI line Videoconferencing is no longer limited to fixed installations in a corner meeting room The Roll About can easily be moved to any meeting room or conference area Use Roll About in active locations in the company including training rooms production lines product maintenance test areas and sales rooms for product displays to potential customers VisuaLink Roll About Configuration lt q _ Motion Video Camera Es Desktop Microphone
30. te for higher resolution VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Introduction 1 3 Phone Like Dialing For those not wanting to dial using the VisuaLink remote an NEC VoicePoint can be connected to the VisuaLink The VoicePoint is a tabletop speakerphone unit for conferencing providing standard keypad built in microphone and speaker With a VoicePoint dialing is as easy as placing a regular phone call A standard analog phone set can also be used with VisuaLink To make dialing even easier VisuaLink provides 130 speed dial settings Up to 130 most often used numbers for a videoconference can be preset in VisuaLink For easy redial 20 redial numbers are automatically stored for both incoming and outgoing calls Camera Control Nine different camera presets can be stored in VisuaLink The presets allow camera position pan amp tilt framing zoom and automatic focus for various positions in a videoconference To make this easier camera presets are stored under identifiable names With this capability each preset can store different camera settings matched to each named individual in the conference A standard feature of VisuaLink is camera voice tracking Voice tracking automatically moves the camera to the person speaking by using one of the camera presets Voice tracking automatically detects the audio from a person from one of three microphones and selects the preset stored for that person The camera will then pan til
31. technology can be a full time job in itself Whenever a vendor releases a new software update you must wait for it to arrive by mail or download patches from a Web site But this requires time effort and expertise Software in the VisuaLink 128 and VisuaLink 384 units can be upgraded by the user from anywhere With the Visual Connect technology downloading new software updates is as easy as placing a video call over an ISDN line Just place a video call from anywhere into the NEC server system The server takes it from there performing the download and verifying the integrity of both the software and the VisuaLink unit There are no options to select and no technical knowledge required In a matter of minutes VisuaLink is up to date and ready to go In addition to software upgrades the hardware to upgrade a VisuaLink 128 to a VisuaLink 384 can also be performed in the field Refer to the VisuaLink Quick Installation Guide Stock 0293885 for the simple upgrade procedure PBX Connectivity VisuaLink is totally compatible with NEC NEAX2400 IMX and NEAX 2000 PBX systems VisuaLink uses a simple BRI interface connection with these PBX systems Interface with an NEAX PBX does not require an NT1 device VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Introduction 1 5 Applications The Videoconferencing market is growing rapidly with the more widely available ISDN network and cost effective videoconferencing units such as VisuaLink V
32. tops video audio systems Roll Abouts video audio meeting rooms and multimedia areas With existing equipment VisuaLink adds high quality videoconferencing and ISDN BRI interface VisuaLink Direct Gateway to Telco Digital Network E E aS CE ee A ee e l i Desktops N l l l l Video Monitor s a A Room Cameras Microphones Existing Equipment Videoconference Room Cable Patch Panel AN VisuaLink 128 BAI UA T BRI VisuaLink 128 VisuaLink 128 El Telco VI 3 BRI i y VisuaLink 384 Y 3 BRI J VisuaLink 384 z d W J Common Equipment Rack VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 3 1 ee Technical Description VisuaLink 128 and VisuaLink 384 employ the latest Codec coder decoder technology for digital video audio applications VisuaLink employs echo cancelling and control system logic to enhance the signal clarity and ease of use The diagram illustrates the main functional elements of VisuaLink VisuaLink Functional Block Diagram Video Sources amp Monitors BRI Line H 320 Network Codec Interface Audio Sources amp Speaker System Control Infrared Remote Control Serial Port Analog Telephone or VoicePoint The following sections provide a technical overview for each of these elements VisuaLink 128 384 General Description 3 2 Technical Description Video amp Audio Interfaces T
33. unit The cables for the NT1 are supplied with that unit option VisuaLink 128 384 General Description VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Application Configurations 2 7 VisuaLink Director Software This Microsoft Windows 95 software allows the PC to control the VisuaLink 128 384 unit thereby providing complete control of the videoconference All functions are provided with easy to use PC screen messages and menus Options Additional options are available with the Desktop PC application configuration e NTI e Graphics Camera e D30 Camera e AT841 INT Microphone If using the Desktop PC with external ISDN BRI connections one VisuaLink 128 or three VisuaLink 384 BRI NT1 interface units will be required Additional cameras for motion and a graphics camera can be added to the Desktop PC configuration Still graphics for hardcopy presentations drawings or brochures could be presented in a videoconference using a document camera If needed additional microphones may be used Up to three microphones can be used with VisuaLink Typical desktop configurations would require only one microphone for the desktop user 2 8 Application Configurations Personal Computer Personal Computer Requirements VisuaLink Desktop PC is added to a user s Personal Computer The general requirements for a personal computer to support Desktop PC are I e Pentium CPU 100 Mhz or faster 2 e 16 Mb of system memory AL j e Availab
34. ure Resolution is defined by two options H 261 for low resolution high bandwidth systems and the new H 268 for high resolution low bandwidth systems Option H 263 supports five resolutions In addition to Quarter Common Intermediate Format QCIF and Common Intermediate Format CIF that were supported by H 261 there is SQCIF 4CIF and 16CIF SQCIF is approximately half the resolution of QCIF 4CIF and 16CIF are 4 and 16 times the resolution of CIF respectively VisuaLink supports QCIF and CIF The H 263 support of 4CIF and 16CIF means a videoconference system could use higher bitrate video processing standards such as MPEG The H 263 option also corrects some processing flaws and improves performance over H 261 only systems H 263 should be used in all new systems for optimum performance Manufacturers who provide compatibility with older systems and peripherals will also incorporate H 261 Video Frame Rate The Video Frame Rate also known as the number of frames per second fps is the number of times a second the picture image is captured and refreshed Frame rate is also defined by H 261 and H 263 The H 261 option allows frame rates of 7 5 10 and 15 fps Standard broadcast television is 30 fps A low frame rate can cause any motion in the picture to appear jerky H 263 provides higher performance than H 261 by allowing frame rates to 30 fps This higher frame rate will show much smoother motion and a higher quality image Vi
35. wer high resolution systems with video compression technology for low bandwidth transmissions This provides better picture quality over standard ISDN BRI lines Audio e G 711 for narrowband transmission at 48 56 Kbps e G 722 for wideband transmission at 48 56 Kbps e G 728 for narrowband transmission at 16 Kbps For additional information see the section more on H 320 Videoconferencing at the end of this Technical Description VisuaLink 128 384 General Description Technical Description 3 3 System Control The System Control circuit manages the many separate functions of VisuaLink This circuit provides control for the Codec and other devices Various control devices can be used for VisuaLink VisuaLink infrared remote control any analog phone an NEC VoicePoint speaker phone and a Personal Computer connected via the RS 232 serial ports System Control provides three videoconference control modes e H 281 for multi location and far end camera control H 243 Multipoint Chairman for multi location chairman control and browse functions 1 120 Multipoint Data Sharing amp Collaboration compliance for multi location data conferencing Line Interface This circuit provides the correct electrical and protocol connections for ISDN 1 BRI line interface VisuaLink 128 supports one NT 1 Network Terminal Devices terminated ISDN 1 BRI line connection The VisuaLink 384 has an on board IMUX Inverse Multiplex
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