Administrator’s Guide for the V500System
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Key Features

Industry-Leading Audio and Video Quality

❑Best-in-class video algorithms — The H.264 video algorithm provides
smooth, natural TV-like video.
❑State-of-the-art audio quality — The V500system offers Polycom Siren™ 14,
a 14 kHz frequency response that delivers CD-quality sound.
❑Video error concealment — The H. 264 video error concealment feature
enhances your video experience by minimizing the chance that the display
will freeze, concealing errors, and reducing full-frame refreshes.
❑Higher call speed — The maximum call speed on the V500 is now 768 Kbps.
This is up from 512 Kbps in previous releases.

Rich Conference Experience

❑Content display — Install the optional People+Content™ IP feature on your
PC or laptop, and then use the V500system to show content (such as
spreadsheets and video clips) to other sites in the video conference.
❑Split-screen viewing — Use Dual Monitor Emulation (split-screen viewing) to
see more even when you only have room for one monitor.
❑Language independence — Use the V500system user interface, remote
control, and web interface in any of twelve languages.

Enhanced User Experience

❑Customizable home screen — Customize the home screen to support
different types of users:
• Novice users — Offer just a few options, so users need little or no training.
• Advanced users — Provide a wide range of video conferencing features.
❑Customizable look and feel — Set up the workspace to suit your
environment.
❑Easy-to-use remote control — Navigate through the configuration screens and
place calls easily using the color-coded remote control buttons.