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1. Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 _ Chapter 1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality Port Capacities of the 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 W Port Capacities of the 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 are delivered with a predetermined number of ports The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3545 MCU supports switched High Definition HD video service types HD services enable Voice Activated single screen displays at up to 2 Mbps and offer resolutions of 1280 x 720 pixels 720p and 1920 x 1080 pixels 1080p HD service types also enable you to set a minimum downspeeding bandwidth rate which is common to all endpoints participating in a conference Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 Port Capacity Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 supports a fixed number of ports as follows e 72 ports of fully transcoded audio e 18 ports of fully processed standard rate video up to 384 Kbps e 12 ports of fully processed high rate video up to 2Mbps Any Continuous Presence layout All ports are fully video processed Video and audio processing per user not per conference Each user connects using unique optimized audio and video settings to enjoy the best audio and video quality supported by his her endpoint and network Any mixture of H 261
2. Applicable registration jack USOCs Universal Service Order Codes for the equipment is RJ48C for PRI interfaces and RJ49C for BRI interfaces An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with equipment This equipment is designated to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant See Installation Instructions for details Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter 7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Compliance and Certifications Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step7 Step 8 Telecom for the 3515 MCU W If the terminal equipment Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required But if advance notice is not practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary The telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service If trouble is experienced with the Cisco Unified
3. Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Technical Specifications Chapter 6 Cisco Unified Describes the technical specifications for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Describes safety procedures and requirements for operating the Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Safety Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Chapter 7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Compliance and Certifications Provides certifications that have been approved for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions Convention Description boldface font Commands and keywords are in boldface italic font Arguments for which you supply values are in italics Elements in square brackets are optional xlylz Alternative keywords are grouped in braces and separated by vertical bars xlylz Optional alternative keywords are grouped in brackets and separated by vertical bars string A nonquoted set of characters Do not use quotation marks around the string or the string will include the quotation marks screen font Terminal sessions and information the system displays are in screen font boldface screen font Information you must enter is in boldface screen font italic screen font Arguments for which you supply values are in italic screen font A The symbol represents the key l
4. change unit IP address 2 11 configure default network port values 2 7 2 8 configure IP address for unit 2 6 configure IP address for video processing module 2 9 configure network security level 2 7 2 8 configure web server 2 12 configure web server port 2 12 connect to the serial port 2 5 connect unit to the LAN 2 8 disable DSP reset 2 12 display Advanced Configuration menu 2 8 display advanced configuration menu 2 7 mount unit ina 19 inch rack 2 4 restore factory configuration 2 12 restore factory settings 2 12 save network configuration settings 2 13 set default network properties 2 9 set duplex parameters 2 10 2 12 set Ethernet speed 2 10 2 12 installation requirements 2 2 interoperability 1 3 IP address change for unit 2 11 configure for unit 2 6 configure for video processing module 2 9 IVR 1 4 L LAN cable 2 3 layouts Continuous Presence 1 4 LED indicators 2 2 5 1 local port monitoring 2 13 Main menu 2 8 2 11 2 12 MC LED See LED indicators memory 5 2 multi view See dual screen video Netscape Navigator 2 15 Network Configuration menu 2 7 2 8 2 10 O online help 2 15 Netscape Navigator 2 15 operating system 5 2 optional no self see 1 4 E Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 P package contents 2 3 password change configuration software password 2 10 pin out configuration RJ 45 IP netwo
5. or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas The abbreviation IC before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment Warning Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate I OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Compliance and Certifications HT Environmental Compliance for the 3515 MCU Environmental Compliance for the 3515 MCU Cisco complies with the following EU Directives e Restrictions on the Use of Hazardous Substances RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC e Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 7 4 OL 11897 01 Numerics 19 inch rack 2 4 mount un
6. CD ROM Double click the UpgradeUtility exe file to run the Software Upgrade Utility The upgrade files are extracted and the Upgrade Utility dialog box appears OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter3 Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility W Upgrading Software Upgrading Software This section describes how to use the Software Upgrade Utility to upgrade Cisco software installed on Cisco devices Procedure Step 1 In the General Information section of the Upgrade Utility dialog box enter the IP address of the device you want to upgrade Step2 In the Login Information section enter the administrator user name and password for the target device as configured in the device network configuration settings Step3 Optional Modify the read and write community settings for the target device as follows Click Customize SNMP Settings The Customize SNMP Settings dialog box displays Enter the required read community and write community values amp Note We recommend that you modify the default settings for security purposes Click OK to return to the Upgrade Utility dialog box Step4 Optional Select the components of the target device you want to upgrade as follows Click Customize The Customize dialog box appears Check the device components you want to upgrade in the Select the components you want to upgrade
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8. H 263 H 264 Mixed QCIF CIF 4CIF conferences 4CIF is provided with H 263 at 15fps Unlimited number of conferences amp Note When using a High Definition Video service type only a single screen is available Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 Port Capacity Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 supports a fixed number of ports as follows e 72 ports of fully transcoded audio e 36 ports of fully processed standard rate video up to 384 Kbps e 24 ports of fully processed high rate video up to 2Mbps Any Continuous Presence layout All ports are fully video processed Video and audio processing per user not per conference Each user connects using unique optimized audio and video settings to enjoy the best audio and video quality supported by his her endpoint and network Any mixture of H 261 H 263 H 264 Mixed QCIF CIF 4CIF conferences 4CIF is provided with H 263 at 15fps OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 E Chapter1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality HZ About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Architecture Unlimited number of conferences amp Note When using a High Definition Video service type only a single screen is available About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Architecture The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU enables both voice only an
9. LAN port settings e Disable DSP reset Procedure At the prompt enter A to access the Advanced Configuration menu The Advanced Configuration menu appears as follows Advanced configuration menu Q Quit 1 Configure web server port 2 Restore factory configuration 3 Change Lan port Settings 4 Disable DSP reset Select At the prompt enter 1 to configure the web server port The current web port server setting displays At the prompt enter 2 to restore the factory configuration settings You are asked to confirm your choice as follows Select 2 Are you sure you want to restore factory configuration y n Enter y or n At the prompt enter 3 to change Ethernet speed and duplex parameters The network interface card settings screen appears as follows Choose 10Mbps Half Duplex 1 2 100Mbps Half Duplex 3 10Mbps Full Duplex 4 100Mbps Full Duplex 5 Auto other Quit Enter either a number between 0 and 5 inclusive representing the required option Press any other key to quit without changing the network working mode At the prompt enter 4 to disable the DSP reset facility Note A After options Q and 1 3 press any key to return to the video processing module Main menu After option 4 the video processing module Main menu displays automatically Caution Only qualified technical personnel should modify the DSP reset function settings Installation and Upgrade Guid
10. States and certain other countries All other trademarks mentioned in this document or Website are the property of their respective owners The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company 0609R Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 2007 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved CHAPTER 1 Preface vii Purpose vii Audience vii Organization vii Document Conventions viii Obtaining Documentation viii Cisco com viii Product Documentation DVD ix Ordering Documentation ix Documentation Feedback ix Cisco Product Security Overview ix Reporting Security Problems in Cisco Products x Product Alerts and Field Notices x Obtaining Technical Assistance xi Cisco Technical Support amp Documentation Website xi Submitting a Service Request xii Definitions of Service Request Severity xii Obtaining Additional Publications and Information xii Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality 1 1 Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU 1 1 About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Users 1 2 Administrators 1 2 Chair Controllers and Operators 1 2 Conference users 1 2 Main Features of the 3515 MCU 1 2 Port Capacities of the 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 1 5 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 Port Capacity 1 5 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 Port Capacity 1 5 About Cisco Unified Videocon
11. Videoconferencing 3515 MCU equipment please contact your Cisco representative for information on service or repairs If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved The Facility Interface Codes are 04DU9 BN 04DU9 DN 04DU9 1SN The Service Order Code is 6 0N Only Cisco Systems Inc qualified service personnel may repair the equipment Industry Canada A The Industry Canada IC label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements The IC does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection In some cases the company s inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly telephone extension cord The customer should be aware that compliance with the above condition may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to some certified equipment should be made by an authorized maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment
12. cisco com en US learning index html OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Preface Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 xiv OL 11897 01 CHAPTER 1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality This section describes the following topics e Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU page 1 1 e About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Users page 1 2 e Main Features of the 3515 MCU page 1 2 e Port Capacities of the 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 page 1 5 e About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Architecture page 1 6 e About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Topologies page 1 7 Introducing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU enables multimedia multiparty collaboration in applications such as group conferencing distance learning training and video telephony The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU supports multimedia multiparty communications in the board room at the desktop in the home or on the road over wireless The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU provides core P centric functionality a wide range of layouts powerful audio and video transcoding an open API for customer application development support of web initiated data collaboration and software upgradeable
13. for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 2 16 OL 11897 01 Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility This section describes the following topics e Introduction page 3 1 e Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility page 3 1 e Upgrading Software page 3 2 Introduction The Cisco Software Upgrade Utility is an interactive GUI interface that enables you to upgrade Cisco software installed on Cisco devices The Cisco Software Upgrade Utility enables you to select files to be uploaded via a network or modem connection to the Cisco device You can select either to perform a typical upgrade which includes all the new files or a customized upgrade which enables you to select which files to upload The upgrade files are uploaded and then burned into the memory of the Cisco device Before You Begin Cisco devices automatically save configuration settings before a software upgrade takes place However it is recommended that you save all configuration information using the Export button in the Cisco device web interface toolbar You can retrieve all these settings after the software upgrade is complete by using the Import button in the Cisco device web interface toolbar Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility Step 1 Step 2 This section describes how to install and launch the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility Procedure Download the UpgradeUtility exe file from the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software
14. from a local PC Using a terminal emulation application running on the PC you can assign an IP address and subnet mask to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit The RJ 45 serial port is used to connect a PC terminal to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 SEE Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU W Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator Interface Performing Software Upgrades You can perform software upgrades by using the Cisco Upgrade Utility to upload files via a network or modem connection to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit For more information see Chapter 3 Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator Interface amp The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator is a web interface that allows you to configure general Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit settings monitor Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit operation create or edit services manage media processor units and perform maintenance You access the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator web interface in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit access window by signing in as an Administrator You can use your web brows
15. interface If you wish to install the online help on a shared network location and link it to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator perform the following steps Procedure Copy the online help library from the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD ROM to a shared folder on a PC on your network Log in to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator interface In the Online help URL field of the Device Web tab enter the directory path to the help files you installed on your PC The path must have the form file computerName sharedDirectory where computerName is the name of the computer on the network and sharedDirectory is the path to the Online Help folder on the CD ROM For example file myComputer Shared Online Help Click Upload in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator toolbar followed by Refresh You may need to log out and log back in to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator for the change to take effect Netscape Navigator Users Online help files located on the local network and accessed using Netscape Navigator 4 x must be located on a mapped network drive OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU HZ Registering the Online Help for the 3515 MCU Installation and Upgrade Guide
16. list S Note The components displayed vary according to the Cisco device upgraded Click OK to return to the Upgrade Utility dialog box Step5 Click Upgrade to upgrade all components of the Cisco device software or only those components you manually selected via the Customize option The Cisco Software Upgrade Utility informs you whether or not the upgrade is successful amp Note When the upgrade is complete the Cisco device automatically resets itself and starts operation with the new software version Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 3 2 OL 11897 01 CHAPTER l Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Cable Connections and Pin outs This section describes the following topics e Unit RS 232 9 Pin Serial Port on the 3515 MCU page 4 1 e RJ 45 8 Pin IP Network Port on the 3515 MCU page 4 2 Unit RS 232 9 Pin Serial Port on the 3515 MCU Table 4 1 describes the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit RS 232 9 pin D type serial port pin out configuration Table 4 1 RS 232 9 pin D Type Serial Port Pin out Pin Function 1 0 1 NC RXD Input TXD Output NC GND NC NC NC NC Ol aoaInNnIT nl nm HRI WwW bd Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 EN Chapter4 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Ca
17. terminals The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU can handle multiple conferences simultaneously Figure 1 2 Centralized Topology Headquarters Site 1 i Site 2 200844 Cascaded Conferences The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU allows you to combine two or more conferences resulting in a larger conference with many more participants This is called cascading Cascading creates a distributed environment that helps reduce the drain on network resources In addition the processing resources required by the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU are distributed between participating MCUs Costly telephone or ISDN line usage can be further reduced with the mediation of a gateway Cascading occurs when one conference with x number of participants invites another conference with y number of participants The two conferences effectively become one large conference The bandwidth required across a cascaded conference link is only that of one audio video stream between the two conferences This is significantly less than the accumulated bandwidth of all the participants Each separate Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit participating in a conference retains control of its individual conference resources and participants The cascaded conference in Figure 1 3 minimizes the use of network bandwidth while distributing processing among the participating the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU units I OL 1
18. the boot process Changing the Configuration Software Password Step 1 Step 2 You can use the serial port to change the configuration software password Procedure At the prompt enter P to change the configuration software password and press Enter The user profile screen appears as follows Enter user name Enter new password At the Enter user name prompt enter the new user name and press Enter Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Step 3 Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU W At the Enter user password prompt enter the new password and press any key to return to the video processing module Main menu Changing the Security Level Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 You can use the serial port to change the security level Security levels are as follows e 0 low Allows SNMP Telnet HTTP FTP and ICMP to access the MCU e 1 medium Allows access to the MCU only through SNMP HTTP and ICMP e 2 high Allows only HTTP to access the MCU Procedure At the prompt enter S to configure the network security level and press Enter The security level screen appears as follows The current security level is 0 low Enter a new security level 0 low 1 medium 2 high Enter the new security level required and press Enter The updated s
19. the video conference connection enhances the conference by providing the tools for conference participants to share data instantaneously Security and privacy e Administrator and operator password protection for accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU web interfaces e Optional PIN protection for joining a conference and web access e Additional PIN protection for conference Chair Control e The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU uses H 235 based encryption to achieve secure communication with endpoints that support this standard In conference control using DTMF or H 243 During a conference participants may use their endpoint remote control or keypad to perform actions such as mute volume control changing video layouts and inviting participants Users interact with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU via DTMF signaling or the onscreen GUI of H 243 compliant endpoints Optional no self see The administrator can configure the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU service to remove the self view for each conference participant This feature enables more effective use of the video screen IVR messages The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU includes pre recorded greetings to conference participants and announcements as each new participant joins the conference Using the Cisco Audio Message Utility IVR messages can be recorded to provide custom greetings and announcements
20. 1 vi OL 11897 01 Preface Revised November 27 2006 OL 11897 01 Purpose This guide describes how to install and upgrade the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 unit Audience This guide is intended for network administrators who need instructions about how to install and upgrade the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Organization This manual is organized as follows Chapter Description Chapter 1 Cisco Unified Provides a general overview of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Videoconferencing 3515 MCU products features and network Functionality architecture Chapter 2 Setting Up Your Describes how to install the Cisco Unified Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU how to use the Administrator Videoconferencing 3515 MCU interface to configure board settings and add Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU users Chapter 3 Using the Cisco Describes how to use the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility Software Upgrade Utility Chapter 4 Cisco Unified Describes the pin to pin and pin out configurations of the Videoconferencing 3515 MCU connectors and cables of the Cisco Unified Cable Connections and Pin outs Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 vi Preface Chapter Description Chapter 5
21. 1897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality HZ About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Topologies Figure 1 3 Cascaded Conference Headquarters Site 1 Site 2 200845 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 1 8 OL 11897 01 CHAPTER Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU This section describes the following topics e Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU page 2 1 e Preparing to Install the 3515 MCU page 2 2 e Verifying the Package Contents of the 3515 MCU page 2 3 e Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit in a 19 inch Rack page 2 4 e Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Initial Configuration page 2 5 e Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU page 2 8 e Managing and Monitoring the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit page 2 13 e Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator Interface page 2 14 e Registering the Online Help for the 3515 MCU page 2 15 Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU amp Each Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit internally contains two cards e Signaling and audio card MCU the upper card e Video processing card EM
22. 515 MCU Administrator Interface 2 14 Registering the Online Help for the 3515 MCU 2 15 Netscape Navigator Users 2 15 CHAPTER 3 Using the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility 3 1 Introduction 3 1 Launching the Cisco Software Upgrade Utility 3 1 Upgrading Software 3 2 CHAPTER 4 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Cable Connections and Pin outs 4 1 Unit RS 232 9 Pin Serial Port on the 3515 MCU 4 1 RJ 45 8 Pin IP Network Port on the 3515 MCU 4 2 CHAPTER 5 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Technical Specifications 5 1 Technical Specifications Table for the 3515 MCU 5 1 gw __ Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 CHAPTER 6 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Safety 6 1 Electrical Safety for the 3515 MCU 6 1 Grounding 6 1 High Voltage 6 2 ESD Procedures for the 3515 MCU 6 2 CHAPTER 7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Compliance and Certifications Safety Compliance for the 3515 MCU 7 1 EMC for the 3515 MCU 7 1 FCC Part 15 Notice 7 2 Telecom for the 3515 MCU 7 2 ACTA Part 68 Notice 7 2 Industry Canada 7 3 Environmental Compliance for the 3515 MCU 7 4 INDEX 7 1 OL 11897 01 Contents W Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 E Contents Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5
23. Cisco SYSTEMS Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Corporate Headquarters Cisco Systems Inc 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose CA 95134 1706 USA http www cisco com Tel 408 526 4000 800 553 NETS 6387 Fax 408 526 4100 Text Part Number OL 11897 01 WS THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ALL STATEMENTS INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ARE BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE BUT ARE PRESENTED WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESS OR IMPLIED USERS MUST TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR APPLICATION OF ANY PRODUCTS THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT ARE SET FORTH IN THE INFORMATION PACKET THAT SHIPPED WITH THE PRODUCT AND ARE INCORPORATED HEREIN BY THIS REFERENCE IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED WARRANTY CONTACT YOUR CISCO REPRESENTATIVE FOR A COPY The Cisco implementation of TCP header compression is an adaptation of a program developed by the University of California Berkeley UCB as part of UCB s public domain version of the UNIX operating system All rights reserved Copyright 1981 Regents of the University of California NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER WARRANTY HEREIN ALL DOCUMENT FILES AND SOFTWARE OF THESE SUPPLIERS ARE PROVIDED AS IS WITH ALL FAULTS CISCO AND THE ABOVE NAMED SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES E
24. P the lower card The two cards work together to perform audio and videoconferencing but each card requires a unique IP address The cards communicate with each other using IP as the backbone Note For correct operation the EMP card must register with the MCU This section provides a physical description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 units The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit has a 10 100BaseT Ethernet port on the front panel that uses an RJ 45 connector to connect to the network There is an asynchronous 9 pin serial port that you can use with a hyperterminal program to configure and monitor the module OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU W Preparing to Install the 3515 MCU Figure 2 1 shows the front panel of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Table 2 1 describes the components of the front panel Figure 2 1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Front Panel Fr SERIAL g oi Hight x a En RST ALARM ACT 10 100 Base T MO CPU Hight mi SERIAL fi OEO e HE 10 100 Base T RST ALARM ACT Pw 157265 Table 2 1 Front Panel Components Component Description 10 100 BaseT connector An RJ 45 connector that provides
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26. abeled Control for example the key combination D in a screen display means hold down the Control key while you press the D key lt gt Nonprinting characters such as passwords are in angle brackets Obtaining Documentation Cisco documentation and additional literature are available on Cisco com This section explains the product documentation resources that Cisco offers Cisco com You can access the most current Cisco documentation at this URL http www cisco com techsupport E Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Preface You can access the Cisco website at this URL http www cisco com You can access international Cisco websites at this URL http www cisco com public countries_languages shtml Product Documentation DVD The Product Documentation DVD is a library of technical product documentation on a portable medium The DVD enables you to access installation configuration and command guides for Cisco hardware and software products With the DVD you have access to the HTML documentation and some of the PDF files found on the Cisco website at this URL http www cisco com univercd home home htm The Product Documentation DVD is created and released regularly DVDs are available singly or by subscription Registered Cisco com users can order a Product Documentation DVD product number DOC DOCDVD or DOC DOCDVD SUB from
27. bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow control None Turn on the power to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit A log of the auto boot events appears on the computer When the message Press any key to start configuration appears on the screen press any key within six seconds w__ Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter 2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Initial Configuration W The network configuration Main menu appears as follows Press any key to start configuration Main menu Configure default network port values Change the configuration software password Configure network security level Advanced configuration menu Quit oOrPrHnWs Select A Caution If you do not press a key before the countdown ends the device continues its initialization and you can only configure the device by pressing the RST button on the front panel Step7 At the prompt enter N to configure default network port values and press Enter Step8 At the Enter IP address for Interface No 1 prompt enter the IP address you want to assign to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit and press Enter A Caution Do not use leading zeros in the IP address Step9 At the Enter Default Router IP Address prompt enter the IP address of the
28. ble Connections and Pin outs HE RJ 458 Pin IP Network Port on the 3515 MCU RJ 45 8 Pin IP Network Port on the 3515 MCU Table 4 2 describes the pin out configuration of the RJ 45 IP network port Table 4 2 Pin out Configuration of the RJ 45 IP Network Port Pin Function 1 0 1 TXD Output 2 TXD Output 3 RXD Input 4 NC 5 NC 6 RXD Input 7 NC 8 NC Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 42 OL 11897 01 CHAPTER 5 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Technical Specifications This section provides technical specifications for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Technical Specifications Table for the 3515 MCU Table 5 1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Technical Specifications Unit Dimensions e Height 1U 1 75 inches or 44 45 mm e Width 17 25 inches 438 15 mm e Depth 10 inches 254 mm e Weight 4 45 kg 9 81 Ibs may vary according to configuration LED Indicators e 10 100 BaseT Link Connection Speed e GK Reg e CPU High e ALARM e ACT e MC video processing module only Push Buttons e RST Communication e Ethernet 10 100 Mbps auto negotiate speed select Interfaces e Asynchronous serial port RS 232 connected via 9 pin D type connector e RJ 45 serial port for video processing module e SVGA port for video processing module e USB connector for video processing
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30. d video conference calls for H 323 SIP H 320 SCCP and regular PSTN network telephones H 323 and SIP devices can connect to a conference directly through the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Other devices such as voice telephones and video conferencing terminals H 320 can connect to a conference via a gateway such as the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3500 Gateway Figure 1 1 Supported Devices and Protocols IP H323 MCU Gateway ISDN H323 eo t N wo BE SIP 3G H324 M The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU supports devices that can send and receive video streams as well as those that cannot send but only receive video streams This means that terminals without a video camera or video capturing capabilities can participate in a conference as voice only participants while benefiting from seeing the other participants Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 1 6 OL 11897 01 _ Chapter 1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Topologies W About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Topologies The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU can work in a centralized or cascaded topology This section describes these two options Centralized Topology In a centralized topology the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU performs media processing for all connected
31. e for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Managing and Monitoring the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit W Saving Network Configuration Settings Modified network configuration settings are automatically saved when you exit the video processing module Main menu Procedure Step 1 Ensure you have completed your configuration Step2 At the prompt enter Q to exit the video processing module Main menu The video processing module Main menu closes and your machine will automatically reboot Managing and Monitoring the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit You can manage and monitor the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit locally or from remote connections You can also upgrade Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU software SNMP Management The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit is equipped with an SNMP agent You can access the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit using an SNMP management client Local Port Monitoring Connections You should access the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit using a local port connection for preliminary configuration and monitoring Serial Port The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit includes a DB 9 serial port connector and an RJ 45 serial port connector The DB 9 serial port is used to access the boot sequence menu
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33. ecurity level screen appears as follows The current security level is 0 low Enter a new security level 0 low 1 medium 2 high 2 Board security level changing to 2 high Set icmpRequestBlock to 2 The new security level is 2 high The video processing module Main menu displays Pointing the EMP to the Controlling Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Step 1 Step 2 You can use the serial port to point the EMP to the IP address of the controlling Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Procedure At the prompt enter M to change the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU IP address and press Enter The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU IP address screen displays as follows Enter MCU ip address Without leading zeros lt current IP address gt Enter the IP address of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU and press any key to return to the EMP Main menu OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU HZ Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU Changing Advanced Configuration Settings Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step7 Step 8 You can use the serial port to change the following advanced configuration settings e Web server port for future use e Restore factory configuration for future use e
34. em initializes and displays basic information e Configuration menu A six second countdown allows you to enter the configuration menu e Initialization The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit completes its boot sequence and is ready for operation Note You can perform serial port configuration of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit only at startup during a short period indicated by a six second countdown Once the initialization phase is complete the only way you can access the configuration menu is by restarting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Connecting to a PC This section describes how to use the serial port connection to configure the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit with an IP address Procedure Step 1 Locate the terminal cable shipped with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Step2 Connect the end labeled PC to the serial port on the computer Step3 Connect the end labeled Unit to the upper serial port connector on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit front panel amp Note The PC terminal should have an installed terminal emulation application such as HyperTerminal Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 EN Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU W Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Initial Configurati
35. er from any remote PC station to monitor and to configure the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit A web server is installed in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit to facilitate the use of the remote web based monitoring and management Access to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU configuration interface is controlled by a user name and a password Once you have entered the settings you want you should upload them to the unit for them to take effect or you can save them to a configuration file to be loaded at a later time Before You Begin The following requirements are necessary to access the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator web interface e A Java compliant browser Microsoft Internet Explorer version 5 5 or later is recommended e The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit IP address or a web link to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit e The required user name and password Note Step 1 Step 2 For first time installation you must assign an IP address to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit using a serial port connection before you can access the web interface For more information see the Setting the IP Address section on page 2 6 Procedure Launch your browser and enter the IP address or the name of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit followed by admin For example http 125 221 23 44 admin or board_na
36. event damage to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit by random electrostatic discharge ESD the use of wrist straps is highly recommended Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 6 2 OL 11897 01 CHAPTER 7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Compliance and Certifications This section describes the following topics Safety Compliance for the 3515 MCU page 7 1 EMC for the 3515 MCU page 7 1 Telecom for the 3515 MCU page 7 2 Environmental Compliance for the 3515 MCU page 7 4 Safety Compliance for the 3515 MCU This section lists the safety standards supported by the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit UL 60950 CSA C22 2 No 60950 EN 60950 TS 001 AS NZS 60950 IEC 60950 EMC for the 3515 MCU This section lists the EMC compliance for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit FCC Part 15 CFR 47 Class A ICES 003 Class A EN 55022 Class A CISPR22 Class A AS NZS CISPR22 Class A VCCI Class A CISPR24 I OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter7 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Compliance and Certifications Hs Telecom for the 3515 MCU A e EN 55024 e EN 50082 1 e EN 61000 3 2 e EN 61000 3 3 e EN 61000 6 1 Warning This is a class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause rad
37. f the Security Vulnerability Policy page at this URL http www cisco com en US products products_security_vulnerability_policy html The link on this page has the current PGP key ID in use If you do not have or use PGP contact PSIRT to find other means of encrypting the data before sending any sensitive material Product Alerts and Field Notices Modifications to or updates about Cisco products are announced in Cisco Product Alerts and Cisco Field Notices You can receive Cisco Product Alerts and Cisco Field Notices by using the Product Alert Tool on Cisco com This tool enables you to create a profile and choose those products for which you want to receive information Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 x OL 11897 01 Preface To access the Product Alert Tool you must be a registered Cisco com user To register as a Cisco com user go to this URL http tools cisco com RPF register register do Registered users can access the tool at this URL http tools cisco com Support PAT do ViewMyProfiles do local en Obtaining Technical Assistance Cisco Technical Support provides 24 hour a day award winning technical assistance The Cisco Technical Support amp Documentation website on Cisco com features extensive online support resources In addition if you have a valid Cisco service contract Cisco Technical Assistance Center TAC engineers provide telephon
38. ferencing 3515 MCU Architecture 1 6 About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Topologies 1 7 Centralized Topology 1 7 Cascaded Conferences 1 7 OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 gy E Contents CHAPTER 2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU 2 1 Physical Description of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU 2 1 Preparing to Install the 3515 MCU 2 2 Verifying the Package Contents of the 3515 MCU 2 3 Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit in a 19 inch Rack 2 4 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Initial Configuration 2 5 ConnectingtoaPC 2 5 Setting the IP Address 2 6 Connecting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit to the LAN 2 8 Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU 2 8 Accessing the Video Processing Module Main Menu 2 8 Setting the IP Address 2 9 Setting Ethernet Speed and Duplex Parameters 2 9 Changing the Configuration Software Password 2 10 Changing the Security Level 2 11 Pointing the EMP to the Controlling Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU 2 11 Changing Advanced Configuration Settings 2 12 Saving Network Configuration Settings 2 13 Managing and Monitoring the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit 2 13 SNMP Management 2 13 Local Port Monitoring Connections 2 13 Performing Software Upgrades 2 14 Accessing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3
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40. ied Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit to the Local Area Network LAN Procedure Connect the supplied LAN cable from your network hub to the 10 100BaseT Ethernet port on the front panel of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit The 10 100BaseT port accepts an RJ 45 connector Turn on the power to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU You must also configure an IP address for the video processing module The IP address of the video processing module must be different than the IP address configured for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Initial monitoring and administration of the video processing module are performed from a remote PC using a terminal emulation application such as HyperTerminal To make the serial connection connect a PC terminal to the lower serial port on the front panel of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit as described in the Connecting to a PC section on page 2 5 The serial configuration utility runs as a target configuration service You can use the serial configuration utility to e Configure default network port values e Modify the configuration software password e Modify the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit IP address e Modify advanced configuration settings such as the web server port and LAN port and to restore the factory configuration Accessing the Video Processing M
41. io interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures FCC Part 15 Notice gt Warning This section provides RF interference information for the user 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 one s own expense Changes or modifications to the device that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Telecom for the 3515 MCU e This section lists standards compliance for products that connect to ISDN lines e ACTA Part 68 e Industry Canada e CE CTR3 CE CTR4 ACTA Part 68 Notice Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 This equipment complies with ACTA Part 68 On the cover of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the ACTA registration number If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company
42. it 2 4 6 second countdown 2 5 2 7 9 pin serial port 2 1 A ACT LED See LED indicators Administrator interface 1 2 2 14 Advanced Configuration menu 2 8 2 10 2 12 architecture 1 6 audio codecs 1 3 auto boot 2 5 boot configuration menu 2 5 Cc cables RJ 45 8 pin IP network port 4 2 RS 232 9 pin serial port 4 1 cascaded conferences 1 7 Certifications EMC 7 1 Telecom 7 2 chipset 5 1 codecs audio transcoding 1 3 INDEX video 1 4 communication interfaces 5 1 communication settings 2 6 Conference Control interface 1 2 Configuration menu 2 5 Continuous Presence 1 4 D data collaboration 1 4 DB 9 2 2 2 13 DTMF 1 4 dual screen video 1 4 Duo Video 1 4 duplex parameters 2 9 2 12 EMC 71 encryption 1 4 Ethernet cable 2 3 port 2 1 speed 2 9 2 12 F failsafe 5 2 flat capacity 1 2 front panel 2 2 components 2 2 OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Index G GK LED See LED indicators global user name 2 14 H H 235 1 3 H 239 1 3 1 4 H 243 1 4 High Definition 1 5 initial configuration 2 5 initialization 2 5 installation procedures access administrator interface 2 14 change advanced configuration settings 2 12 change configuration software password 2 8 2 10 change IP address 2 8 change LAN port settings 2 12 change password 2 7 change security level 2 11
43. me admin The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU access window appears Enter the Administrator user name and password in the appropriate fields and click Go The default global user name is admin The default password is lt null gt The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator interface appears w__ Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU amp Registering the Online Help for the 3515 MCU W Note If you try to sign in as an Administrator and another Administrator is currently signed in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU signs you in as a Read only user The words Read Only appear at the top of the window and a pop up displays the IP address of the Administrator already signed in Read only users cannot edit any of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU settings Registering the Online Help for the 3515 MCU Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 The online help files for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Administrator and Conference Control interfaces are shipped on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD ROM To use the online help you must install the help files for the appropriate Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU in a shared directory on your network and register the directory location in the Administrator
44. module Chipset e PowerPC MPC755 32 bit RISC microprocessor running at 400MHz or more e MPC8260 secondary microprocessor running at 200 133MHz or more Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 EN Chapter5 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Technical Specifications W Technical Specifications Table for the 3515 MCU Table 5 1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Technical Specifications continued Operating System RTOS VxWorks 5 4 Memory 32 MB on board flash memory for field upgrades supports up to 64 MB 1 MB L 2 Cache at 200 MHz or more 128 MB SDRAM supports up to 256 MB Failsafe Watchdog timer built in Power Supply Input 100 240VAC autoswitched Output 3 3VDC 5VDC 12VDC Maximum power load 150W Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 CHAPTER Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Safety This section describes the following topics e Electrical Safety for the 3515 MCU page 6 1 e ESD Procedures for the 3515 MCU page 6 2 Electrical Safety for the 3515 MCU To avoid an electric shock or damage to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel only To reduce the risk of damaging power surges Cisco recommends installing an AC surge arres
45. nage a specific conference Operators have a global view of all current conferences and can act as Chair Controllers for all current conferences Conference users Conference users participate in actual video or audio conferences Main Features of the 3515 MCU Table 1 1 lists the main features provided by the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU for effective audio and videoconferencing and a satisfying user experience Table 1 1 Summary of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Features Feature Description Flat capacity Each conference participant can connect with his or her own optimal codec resolution and bandwidth from 64 Kbps up to 2 Mbps without affecting other participants or the MCU capacity Superior video quality Video and audio processing is carried out per user rather than per conference Each user connects using unique optimized audio and video settings to enjoy the best audio and video quality supported by his her endpoint and network Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 1 2 OL 11897 01 Chapter1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality Main Features of the 3515 MCU W Table 1 1 Summary of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Features continued Feature Description Seamless The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU is built on the strong interoperability foundation of the Cisco H 323 and SIP
46. nferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 EEN Chapter1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality Hs Main Features of the 3515 MCU Table 1 1 Feature Summary of Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Features continued Description Unmatched video quality The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU delivers exceptionally high quality video and audio processing using latest industry standards and leveraging upon advanced software upgradeable DSP chips The Cisco QualiVision feature provides highly improved standard based video quality for networks with packet loss assuring best video quality at all times The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU achieves the best video quality by supporting the following video capabilities e H 261 H 263 and H 264 in the same conference e A choice of 26 Continuous Presence layouts e Upto 2 Mbps on each stream without affecting capacity e QCIF CIF and 4CIF in the same conference without affecting capacity e VGA SVGA XGA supported for presentation channel only Multi view Dual Video Supports dual screen video and data transmissions to endpoints supporting two monitors using the H 239 standard or TANDBERG DuoVideo One monitor receives the conference video image and the other screen displays a presentation T 120 Data Collaboration support Data collaboration is defined by the T 120 standard Data collaboration using T 120 over
47. odule Main Menu You access the video processing module Main configuration menu in the same way as you access the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit network configuration Main menu as described in the Procedure section on page 2 6 The video processing module Main configuration menu appears as follows Main menu N Configure default network port values P Change the configuration software password S Configure network security level M Change MCU ip address A Advanced configuration menu Q Quit Select Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU W Setting the IP Address Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 gt Caution This section describes how to use the serial port to configure the unit with an IP address and other address information The lower serial port on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit front panel is used to assign a new video processing module an IP address You can assign the IP address before or after you connect the hardware to the network Procedure At the prompt enter N to configure default network port values and press Enter The default network properties screen appears as follows Enter IP Address for default Interface Without leading zer
48. on Setting the IP Address Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 This section describes how to use the serial port to configure the unit with an IP address and other address information The upper serial port on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit front panel is used to assign a new IP address to your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit You can assign the IP address before or after you connect the hardware to the network Before You Begin Gather the items listed in Table 2 3 to assign an IP address to the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Table 2 3 Requirements for Setting the IP Address Requirements Notes Dedicated IP address for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit IP address of the default router the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit uses to communicate over the network Subnet mask for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit if applicable Domain Name Server and domain name for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit if applicable PC with available serial port and terminal emulator software installed RS 232 terminal cable shipped with the unit Procedure Connect the RS 232 terminal cable to the PC terminal Connect the power cable Start the terminal emulation application on the PC Set the communication settings in the terminal emulation application on the PC as follows Baud rate 9600 Data
49. on network is down or severely degraded Cisco engineers are assigned immediately to S1 and S2 service requests to help keep your business operations running smoothly To open a service request by telephone use one of the following numbers Asia Pacific 61 2 8446 7411 Australia 1 800 805 227 EMEA 32 2 704 55 55 USA 1 800 553 2447 For a complete list of Cisco TAC contacts go to this URL http www cisco com techsupport contacts Definitions of Service Request Severity To ensure that all service requests are reported in a standard format Cisco has established severity definitions Severity 1 S1 An existing network is down or there is a critical impact to your business operations You and Cisco will commit all necessary resources around the clock to resolve the situation Severity 2 S2 Operation of an existing network is severely degraded or significant aspects of your business operations are negatively affected by inadequate performance of Cisco products You and Cisco will commit full time resources during normal business hours to resolve the situation Severity 3 S3 Operational performance of the network is impaired while most business operations remain functional You and Cisco will commit resources during normal business hours to restore service to satisfactory levels Severity 4 S4 You require information or assistance with Cisco product capabilities installation or configuration There is little
50. onferencing 3515 MCU unit right side up on a hard flat surface with the front panel facing you Position a mounting bracket over the mounting holes on each side of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit as shown in Figure 2 2 Figure 2 2 Fitting a Bracket for Rack Mounting 157263 Dw Pass the screws through the brackets and tighten them into the screw holes on each side of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit using a suitable screwdriver Insert the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit into the 19 inch rack Fasten the brackets to the side rails of the rack Make sure that the air vents at the sides of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit are not blocked E Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Initial Configuration W Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit Initial Configuration Initial monitoring and administration of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit are performed from a remote PC via a serial connection This allows you to access the boot configuration menu of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit At power up the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit goes through the following boot phases e Auto boot The embedded operating syst
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52. os lt 172 20 35 110 ffff 0000 gt Enter Default Router IP Address for default Interface Without leading zeros lt current default Gateway IP address gt At the Enter IP address for default interface prompt enter the IP address you want to assign to the video processing module followed by the subnet mask in the format lt IP address subnet mask gt and press Enter S Note You must enter the subnet mask in the hexadecimal format At the Enter Default Router IP Address prompt enter the IP address of the default gateway that you want the video processing module to use and press Enter Allow the unit to complete the reboot process A new emulator session begins At the Main menu do one of the following Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process Configuration of any of the parameters other than N Configure default network port values may alter the function of the device and should not be performed by an unauthorized person Setting Ethernet Speed and Duplex Parameters amp You can use the serial port to set the Ethernet speed and duplex parameters that you want the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU to use Note We recommend that you manually set these parameters on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU and switch to Ethernet speed 100 Mbps and full duplex I OL 11897 01 In
53. re to assign the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit an IP address Two dedicated IP addresses one each for the MCU and EMP units The IP address of the router that the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit will use to communicate across the network For an H 323 environment IP address of the H 323 gatekeeper with which you want the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit to register gw__ Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 OL 11897 01 Chapter 2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Verifying the Package Contents of the 3515 MCU W e Fora Skinny Client Control Protocol SCCP environment the IP address of the Trivial File Transfer Protocol TFTP server or Cisco Unified CallManager from which you want the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit to get configuration information e Available IP network ports on the switch for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit e A grounded AC power outlet e A 10BaseT or 100BaseT LAN cable e Ambient room temperature range of 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C e Non condensing relative humidity range of 5 to 90 Verifying the Package Contents of the 3515 MCU Inspect the contents of the box for shipping damage Report any damage or missing items to your Cisco representative Table 2 2 lists the package contents for the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU uni
54. rk port 4 2 RS 232 9 pin D type serial port 4 1 ports RJ 45 IP 4 2 RS 232 9 pin serial 4 1 power supply 5 2 privacy 1 4 protocols 1 3 push buttons 5 1 remote control 1 4 remote management and monitoring 2 13 reset button 2 2 RJ 45 2 2 RS 232 terminal cable 2 5 RST 2 2 RST button 5 1 S Safety compliance 7 1 electrical 6 1 ESD procedures 6 2 security 1 4 change security level 2 11 self view 1 4 serial connector 2 2 SNMP agent 2 13 Software Upgrade Utility 2 14 software upgrade utility procedures install and launch 3 1 use utility 3 2 summary of features 1 2 Index W T T 120 1 4 Telecom 7 2 terminal cable 2 5 topologies 1 7 transcoding 1 3 U unit dimensions 5 1 upgrade software 3 1 user types 1 2 administrators 1 2 chair controllers 1 2 conference participants 1 2 operators 1 2 V video codec 1 4 coding 1 4 formats 1 4 video quality 1 2 1 4 Ww web based management and control 1 3 web interface 2 14 OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 W index Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 IN 4 OL 11897 01
55. router that you want the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit to use and press Enter A Caution Do not use leading zeros in the IP address Step 10 At the Enter IP Mask HEX prompt enter the subnet mask as follows Convert the subnet mask IP address to hexadecimal notation enter the hexadecimal number at the prompt and press Enter For example for the subnet mask 255 255 255 0 the hexadecimal value you enter is FFFFFFOO amp Note You can use the desktop calculator on your computer to convert the subnet mask ID to hexadecimal notation Ifa subnet mask is not used press Enter After you enter the subnet mask parameter the unit updates the boot line parameter and reboots Step11 At the network configuration Main menu enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process A Caution Configuration of any of the parameters other than N Configure default network port values may alter the function of the device and should not be performed by an unauthorized person I OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU HI Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU Connecting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit to the LAN Step 1 Step 2 This section describes how to connect the Cisco Unif
56. software ensuring full compliance and unmatched interoperability with IP and ISDN networks The MCU enables H 323 SIP and SCCP devices to participate in the same conference session When used with the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3500 Gateway the MCU also enables ISDN and V 35 wireless devices to participate in the same conference session Intuitive web based Both the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU system and actual management and conference sessions are managed configured and dynamically modified control through an intuitive web based interface that offers easy high level conference control and administrative flexibility for an enhanced user experience Supported protocols e H 323 version 4 e SIP RFC 3261 for the Session Initiation Protocol e SCCP e H 243 for conference control e RFC 2833 for in band DTMF with SIP e H 281 for far end camera control FECC e H 235 for IP based media encryption e H 239 for standard simultaneous transmission of live video and presentation sharing feeds e SDP RFC 3264 2327 e 1 120 e H 320 when using a gateway Note The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU supports calls from H 323 and SIP endpoints in the same conference Call signalling is handled on all ports regardless of the protocol type Audio transcoding e G 711 A u Law codecs G722 e G 722 1 e G 723 1 e G 728 e G 729 A and B Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoco
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58. stallation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU HI Video Processing Module Initial Configuration for the 3515 MCU Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step7 Procedure Access the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU through the serial port and start a terminal emulator session amp Note If the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU is already running you need to reboot or restart the device When the message Press any key to start configuration appears on the screen press any key within six seconds The network configuration Main menu appears At the prompt enter A to display the Advanced Configuration menu and press Enter The Advanced Configuration menu appears At the prompt enter 3 to select Change LAN port Settings and press Enter At the prompt enter the number or letter for one of the following 1 10Mbps Half Duplex 2 100Mbps half Duplex 3 10Mbps Full Duplex 4 100Mbps Full Duplex 5 Auto Q Quit Enter this value to retain the current setting The default setting is Auto Press Enter The network configuration Main menu appears At the Network Configuration menu do one of the following Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete
59. t Table 2 2 Package Contents with Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 or Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 Unit Product Contents Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 or Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU24 unit Power cable depending on customer location Terminal cable Two LAN cables one for the MCU one for the video processing module Rack mounting kit two brackets and six screws Four rubber feet Guide to Cisco Conferencing Documentation Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3500 Products Cisco Unified Videoconferencing Software CD ROM Cisco Information Package OL 11897 01 Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 Chapter2 Setting Up Your Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Hs Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit in a 19 inch Rack Mounting the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Unit in a 19 inch Rack Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step7 You can optionally mount the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit in a standard 19 inch rack Two mounting brackets and a set of screws are included in the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit shipping box Procedure Disconnect all cables including the power cables Place the Cisco Unified Videoc
60. technology Services are pre configured so that they suit most conferencing requirements However when necessary administrators can create customized services to suit their networks and user needs Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 EN Chapter1 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Functionality HZ About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Users About Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Users The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU provides an intuitive web interface with a single point of entry for configuring controlling and monitoring the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit and conference sessions Access to the interfaces is password protected for four types of users Administrators Chair Controllers Operators and conference users Administrators Administrators use the Administrator interface for configuring controlling and managing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU conference services and supporting devices and applications Chair Controllers and Operators Chair Controllers and Operators can use the Conference Control interface for controlling audio video and data connections for selecting advanced conference view image positioning and multiple layouts and for creating new conferences and sub conferences Chair Controllers can use the Conference Control interface to view conference details and ma
61. the primary Ethernet connection for the IP network port Serial connector A DB 9 connector that allows you to connect a PC terminal for local configuration RST button Allows you to reset the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit manually GK Reg and MC LEDs Lights green when the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit is registered with a gatekeeper CPU High LED Lights green when more than 50 of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit resources are in use ACT LED Lights green to indicate that there is at least one currently active conference on the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit ALARM LED Lights green to indicate that an error has occurred and the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit requires resetting 10 100 BaseT LEDs The top part of the 10 100 BaseT connector contains two LED indicators The left hand LED lights green when the local IP network link is active The right hand LED lights green if the connection speed is 100 Mbps and is off when the connection speed is 10 Mbps Preparing to Install the 3515 MCU This section describes the installation requirements for installing the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Proper clearance at the sides of the unit to allow adequate ventilation and at least 20 cm clearance at the back of the unit to allow access to cable connections A PC with a serial port and terminal emulation softwa
62. tor in the AC outlet from which the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit is powered Warning Do not attempt to open the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit Warning Changes or modifications to the device that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Grounding The power cable of the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit should only be connected to a power outlet that has a protective earth contact Do not use an extension cord that does not have a protective conductor ground The Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit can become dangerous if you interrupt any of the protective conductors grounding or disconnect any of the protective earth terminals Installation and Upgrade Guide for Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU12 and MCU24 Release 5 1 oL 11897 01 EN Chapter6 Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU Safety HZ ESD Procedures for the 3515 MCU High Voltage Disconnect the Cisco Unified Videoconferencing 3515 MCU unit from the power line before removing the cover Avoid any adjustment maintenance or repair of an opened chassis under voltage These actions should only be carried out by a skilled person who is aware of the dangers involved Capacitors inside the chassis may still be charged even if the unit has been disconnected from the power source ESD Procedures for the 3515 MCU To pr

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