Executive Summary Polycom Realpresence Group 300

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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