Polycom RealPresence Collaboration Server (RMX) 1500/2000/4000 Administrator’s Guide

Scheduling Conferences Using the Reservation Calendar

Creating a New Reservation

There are three methods of creating a new reservation:

Each method requires the selection of a starting time slot in the Reservation Calendar. The default time slot is the current half-hour period of local time.

In all views, if the New Reservation (

) button is clicked without selecting a starting time

slot or if a time slot is selected that is in the past, the Reservation becomes an Ongoing conference immediately and is not added to the Reservations calendar.

Time Slot

After selecting a starting time slot in the Reservation Calendar you can create a reservation with a default duration derived from the creation method used or by interactively defining the duration of the reservation.

Method I – To create a reservation with default duration of 1 hour:

>>In the Reservation Calendar toolbar, click the New Reservation ( ) button to create a reservation of 1 hour duration.

Method II – To create a reservation with default duration of ½ hour:

>>Right-click and select New Reservation to create a reservation of ½ hour default duration.

Method III – To interactively define the duration:

1In the calendar, click & drag to expand the time slot to select the required Date, Start Time and Duration for the reservation.

2In the Reservation Calendar toolbar, click the New Reservation () button or right-click and select New Reservation.

Example: The following click & drag sequence would select a reservation for Tuesday, August 12, 2008, starting at 01:00 with a duration of 4 hours.

Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Start

Click

Time

 

 

 

01:00

 

 

 

 

Drag

Duration 4 Hours

Release

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DOC2702A, RMX 1500 specifications

The Polycom RMX 1500, also known by its model number DOC2702A, is a significant player in the realm of video conferencing technology. Designed to enhance collaboration across various platforms, this versatile solution caters to the communication needs of medium to large enterprises, providing high-quality video, voice, and content sharing experiences.

One of the primary features of the RMX 1500 is its unparalleled scalability. The system supports up to 150 simultaneous video endpoints, allowing organizations to expand their video conferencing capabilities as needed. This flexibility makes it an ideal solution for growing businesses that require robust communication tools. The RMX 1500 can also handle a variety of video resolutions, from standard definition to HD, ensuring that users can enjoy clear and crisp visuals during their meetings.

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The product also places a strong emphasis on security, providing encryption options for video and audio streams to protect sensitive information shared during conferences. This commitment to security is essential for organizations that need to meet compliance standards and safeguard intellectual property.

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