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Executive Summary Polycom Realpresence Group 500
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Manufacturer: Polycom
Model: RealPresence Group 500
Software Version: 4.1.1
Optional Features and Modifications: Advanced Video 1080p Multipoint MCU
Date of Test: 24 - 31 October 2013
The Polycom RealPresence Group 500 high-definition conferencing system is designed to be installed either in small to medium sized meeting rooms, teaching spaces, 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 and received up to 1920x1080 pixels @25fps. The system includes a high definition (HD) Polycom EagleEye III Pan and Tilt Camera; a microphone pod, an infra-red remote control and external power supply complete the package.
A number of options are available including:
- Advanced Video 1080p
- Polycom EagleEye Acoustic Camera
- Multipoint MCU
The maximum point to point connection speed is 6 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
- Very good interoperability with other CODECs
Cons:
- No adjustment for microphone input level
- System does not appear to deliver 1080p@50 H.239 images.
- Slight judder on 1080p@25 H.239 images
Feature Summary:
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Video standards |
H.261, H.263, H.264 AVC, H.264 High Profile, H.264 SVC |
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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 EagleEye III Camera |
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Communications |
H.323 and SIP, 128Kbps ~ 6Mbps |
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Audio standards |
G.711, G.722, G.722.1, G.722.1c, G.728, G729A, Siren 22, AACLD |
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Camera |
Eagle Eye III Camera, pan and tilt, 12x optical zoom, 72° Horizontal field of view. EagleEye Acoustic Camera, fixed focus, 2x digital zoom camera, 67° Horizontal field of view. Integral stereo microphone. |
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Video inputs |
One Camera Input, One HDMI or One VGA |
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Video outputs |
Two HDMI |
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Audio inputs |
Desk microphone pod, 3.5mm stereo auxiliary i/p |
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Audio outputs |
HDMI, 3.5mm mini-jack |
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Auxiliary features |
H.239 second video channel up to 1080p @60fps. Far-end camera control. RS232 Control Connection |
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Encryption |
AES Encryption |
