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User’s Guide for the
Polycom Mobile Responder
October 2006 Edition
3725-23487-003/A
VideoVoiceDataWeb
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Trademark Information Polycom®, the Polycom logo design, and SoundStation VTX 1000® are registered trademarks of Polycom, Inc. Mobile Responder™, People+Content™, PowerCam™, Pro-Motion™, and VSX™ are trademarks of Polycom, Inc. in the United States and various other countries. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Patent Information The accompanying product is protected by one or more U.S. and foreign patents and/or pending pa
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About this Guide This guide provides users of the Polycom® Mobile Responder™ system with information about how to set up the Mobile Responder, tips about using the system, and troubleshooting information. For additional information about the Polycom Mobile Responder, refer to these other documents: • Quick Setup for the Polycom Mobile Responder, which describes how to quickly identify the parts of the system, connect equipment to the connection panel, and power on the system. • Polycom Get
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Contents 1 Introducing the Polycom Mobile Responder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Physical Attributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Built-in Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Introducing the Polycom Mobile Responder The Polycom Mobile Responder is a complete video conferencing system packaged in a portable case. Based on Polycom’s VSX 8000 system, the Mobile Responder includes a built-in display, camera, microphone, speaker, and IP network interface. Because it is transportable and quick to set up, the Mobile Responder is ideal for anyone who wants to accomplish more while on the road or in the field. It is especially suited for rapid deployment and first-re
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder System Components These standard components come with the Polycom Mobile Responder: Name Component Description Polycom Mobile The Polycom Mobile Responder is a transportable Responder video conferencing system. The system offers built-in components, such as a display and camera, a connection panel that enables you to connect additional components, and the VSX 8000 user interface. VGA cable The VGA cable enables you to connect your Mobile Respon
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Introducing the Polycom Mobile Responder You may also add optional components to your Mobile Responder. For example, you can add: • QBRI, PRI, or V.35 network interface modules � A laptop � A Polycom PowerCam™ camera, a PowerCam Plus camera, or a camera from a different manufacturer � A Polycom VSX microphone array or a SoundStation VTX 1000® conference phone � An additional display or a projector � A headset, handset, or headphones For information about purchasing optional equipment, please
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder � Lid-mounted speaker � Convenient connection panel for connecting external devices, such as a VCR, laptop, or projector. VSX 8000 System Technology � Easy-to-use VSX 8000 interface � Smooth Pro-Motion™ video delivers the highest image clarity � People+Content™ IP allows call participants to share content, such as spreadsheets and slides, during video calls � Built-in AES encryption � SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) support and QoS (Quality of Se
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2 Setting Up and Using the Polycom Mobile Responder The Polycom Mobile Responder was specifically designed to be easy to set up. Many components, such as the camera and display, are built in, so they’re ready to use at a moment’s notice. If you want to add optional components, the connection panel is right inside the case so you can easily connect any cables you need. Once all your components are set up and you power on the Mobile Responder, you’re ready to use the system. This chapter de
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder Identifying System Parts The following illustration identifies the major parts of the Mobile Responder: 17” display Speaker Camera IR receiver Power interlock switch (turns IR activity off power indicator to lid when lid is closed) LCD buttons: - Power - Up/Display Mode - Down - Select - Menu Side panel (Power button and connector) Connection panel Accessory storage compartment Microphone Attaching the Remote Tether To operat
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Setting Up and Using the Polycom Mobile Responder To attach the remote tether: 1. Peel the backing off one side of the remote tether, and stick it to the inside wall of the accessory storage compartment: By sticking the remote tether to the inside wall of the accessory storage compartment: — The remote tether remains out of the way of items stored inside the compartment. — You can close the Mobile Responder lid without damaging the display or any other components. 2. Peel the backing off th
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder Connecting Equipment to the Connection Panel The Mobile Responder comes with built-in components, including the camera, microphone, display, and speaker. However, if you want to connect additional components to the system, you can do so very easily by using the connection panel. The following illustration shows some of the optional components you can connect to the connection panel. To purchase optional components, contact your Polycom distribu
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Setting Up and Using the Polycom Mobile Responder This connector... Enables you to... Mic In Connect to an external speaker system, headset, or handset. If you connect a device to the Mic In connector, the Mobile Responder’s internal microphone is deactivated. The internal microphone reactivates as soon as you disconnect the external device from this connector. Line Out Connect to a sound system or a headset. Because the internal speaker does not receive stereo audio, you must connect to
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder This connector... Enables you to... Camera 1 Control Connect to an external camera, such as a Polycom 1 and Camera 1 In PowerCam or PowerCam Plus. Alternatively, you can 1 use the Camera 1 In connector to connect video from a VCR or DVD player. If you connect an external NTSC camera to the Camera 1 In connector, the Mobile Responder’s internal camera remains activated. However, if you connect an external PAL camera to the Camera 1 In connector
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Setting Up and Using the Polycom Mobile Responder 2. Using a slotted screwdriver, open the back panel of the Mobile Responder by rotating the lock 180 degrees: 3. Remove the back panel. 4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the plate inside, and remove it as well. 5. Slide in the network module all the way to the back: 6. Tighten the screws on each side of the network module. 7. If you plan to use to the optional network interface right away, attach the network cable to the module. If you
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder Powering On the Mobile Responder After you have connected any additional equipment to the Mobile Responder, you can connect the power cable and then power on the Mobile Responder. The power consumption for the Mobile Responder is listed in the following table: During this time... The power consumption is... Startup 0.5 amp to 1 amp @ 100 - 240 VAC Running idle 1.2 amps @ 100 - 240 VAC LAN call 1.2 amps @ 100 - 240 VAC To connect the power cable: 1.
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Setting Up and Using the Polycom Mobile Responder Performing Video Conferencing Tasks Because the Mobile Responder is based on Polycom’s VSX 8000 video conferencing system, you can use your Mobile Responder to perform virtually all of the video conferencing tasks that you can perform with a VSX 8000. For example, you can place and end video calls, share data, customize the look and behavior of the system for your particular needs, and so on. For complete information about how to use the VSX
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User’s Guide for the Polycom Mobile Responder Restoring System Settings If you reset the VSX 8000 to the factory defaults and delete the system settings, follow these steps to restore the system settings for the Mobile Responder: 1. Press and hold down the button on the remote control while powering on the Mobile Responder. Hold the button until the Polycom logo appears on the screen. 2. Use the remote control to select a language, and then follow the remaining screens in the setup wizard.
