Polycom RSS 2000 manual Preface

Polycom RSS 2000 User’s Guide

Preface

This User’s Guide provides information on installation and system operations to users and system administrators of the Polycom RSS 2000 system.

RSS 2000 is a network server that enables users to easily record, stream and archive multimedia content on demand. It supports recording, archiving, streaming and H323 playback of high definition video content, and is an integrated part of the end-to-end Polycom video communications product portfolio.

The Polycom RSS features integration with Polycom VSX video conferencing systems and Polycom MGC unified conferencing bridges enables users to start, stop pause and many other options recording and H.323 Playback on-demand using familiar DTMF commands while recording over IP. Management, monitoring and customization options are easily accessible using standard Polycom MGC software management tools or a web-based interface. Users can record high-quality multimedia conferences (up to H.264 30 frames per second) with synchronized voice, video and content (point-to-point and multipoint), as well as stream live or archived content to audiences worldwide through the Internet. The server can store up to 600 hours of recorded content, which is then accessible over the Internet using common media players software, including: Microsoft Office Windows Media Player and RealPlayer .

The Polycom RSS features extensive security features to protect content. The server features password protected management, the ability to set recording and viewing rights, and the ability to identify terminals or web users.

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