Polycom Key Features, Industry-Leading Audio and Video Quality, Rich Conference Experience

Administrator’s Guide for the V500 System

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 V500 system 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 V500 system 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 V500 system 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.

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