Executive Summary Polycom Realpresence Group 300
Manufacturer: Polycom
Model: RealPresence Group 300
Software Version: 4.1.1
Optional Features and Modifications: Advanced Video 1080
Date of Test: 9th – 13th September 2013
The Polycom RealPresence Group 300 high definition conferencing system is a cost-effective entry level system designed to be installed either in small meeting rooms or offices, or as part of a roll-about unit.
The system supports a maximum image resolution of 1920x1080 pixels @50fps on the main video channel with the Polycom EagleEye III Pan and Tilt Camera and 1920x1080 pixels @25fps with the Polycom EagleEye Acoustic Camera. Presentation content may be transmitted up to 1280x720 pixels @30fps and received up to 1920x1080 pixels @60fps. The basic system includes a high definition (HD) Polycom EagleEye Acoustic Camera with auto focus lens system, two integral microphones for stereo audio pickup, an IR detector, and a status LED, an infra-red remote control and external power supply complete the package.
A number of options are available including:
- Advanced Video 1080p
- Dual Display
- Polycom EagleEye III Pan and Tilt Camera
- RealPresence Group Microphone Array
The maximum point to point connection speed is 3 Mbit/s, compatibility with other H.323 CODECS is achieved across a range of resolutions from SIF (352x240) to 1080p (1920x1080) pixels. The quality of the conference is dependent upon the capability of the remote CODEC and the connection speed.
Pros:
- Compact Design and Simple Setup
- Simple remote control with graphic interface
- Good interoperability with other CODECS
Cons:
- Interoperability issue with JVCS MCU
- Restricted presentation image frame rate
- No Presentation audio input
Feature Summary:
Video standards |
H.261, H.263, H.264 AVC, H.264 High Profile, H.264 SVC |
Supported video resolutions |
352 x 240 @ 25 fps (SIF) 352 x 288 @ 25 fps (CIF) 512 x 288 @ 25 fps (wCIF) 704 x 480 @ 25, 50 fps (4SIF) 704 x 576 @ 25, 50 fps (4CIF) 1280 x 720 @ 25, 50 fps (HD720p) 1920x1080 @ 25, 50 fps (HD1080p) 1080p requires optional Advanced Video 1080p 50fps requires optional EagleEye III Camera |
Communications |
H.323 and SIP, 128Kbps ~ 3Mbps |
Audio standards |
G.711, G.722, G.722.1, G.722.1c, G.728, G729A, Siren 22, AACLD |
Camera |
EagleEye Acoustic Camera, fixed focus, 2x digital zoom camera, 67° Horizontal field of view. Integral stereo microphone. Eagle Eye III Camera, pan and tile, 12x optical zoom, 72° Horizontal field of view. |
Video inputs |
One Camera Input |
Video outputs |
Two HDMI (Dual Display Optional) |
Audio inputs |
Optional desk microphone pod |
Audio outputs |
HDMI, 3.5mm mini-jack |
Auxiliary features |
H.239 second video channel up to 720p resolution @30fps in transmit via People and Content IP network connection and 1080p @60fps receive. Far-end camera control. RS232 Control Connection |
Encryption |
AES Encryption |