Polycom VSX 5000

Introducing the Polycom VSX 5000, a compact and economical solution for small to medium-sized conference rooms.

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Ideal for smaller conference spaces, the new entry-level Polycom VSX 5000 set-top system brings market leading video and audio quality within an affordable price. A real space-saver, it sits conveniently on top of TVs, high-resolution plasma screens, or LCD displays. You can easily add a peripheral (document camera, or VCR/DVD), dual monitors, and audio-only callers through ISDN or the SoundStation VTX 1000. In fact, the VSX 5000 gives you multiple ways of dialing conference attendees and employing various types of content (for example, pictures, presentations, movies, audio files). Connection options encompass IP, ISDN, and SIP dialing, so you can utilize the VSX 5000 in a variety of conference environments.

Video conferencing system offering excellent price performance and flexibility

The VSX 5000 is also well-suited for educational resource rooms where smaller groups of students meet with a remote educational specialist, and remote medical clinics that deliver specialist care to patients hundreds of kilometers from home.

The VSX 5000 includes features and benefits such as a user interface in 13 languages, multiple ways to add content, and dual monitor emulation for single display solutions. Choose either a VGA display or a TV as your main display, whichever suits your conferencing environment. The ISDN option enables you to add ISDN conferencing capability as well, and the dual monitor option allows you to show people on one display and shared content on the other display.

When you're ready to upgrade your meeting room environment even further, you can take advantage of Polycom's SoundStation VTX 1000 integration, giving users the ability to dial a video conference from their conference phone. This also saves space on the conference table, since the SoundStation VTX 1000 also acts as the stereo microphone as well as a standalone conference phone. Plus, dedicated stereo audio outputs enable easy implementation of Polycom's StereoSurround technology, for sound that is as natural as being there.

The Polycom VSX line is your single platform choice for conference management and scheduling to access the power of Polycom's unified collaborative communications solutions.

With the greatest breadth and depth of integrated video, voice, and Web solutions, only Polycom delivers the ultimate communications experience. Polycom's market-leading conferencing and collaboration technologies, supported by world-class service, enable people and organizations to maximize their effectiveness and productivity. Add to that the most experience and proven best-practices in the industry, and it's clear why Polycom has become the smart choice for organizations seeking a strategic advantage in a real-time world.

Polycom VSX 5000 Highlights

Superior, natural sound - Polycom StereoSurround delivers crisp, natural voice clarity—even when multiples parties are speaking simultaneously—by using dual channel, Siren 14 technology

Outstanding video - Premium quality video at any bandwidth with smooth natural motion and sharp, clear images. Employs standard-based H.264 compression and Pro-Motion video for optimal viewing

Multimedia made easy - Show high-res images, movies or presentations in your meetings while also sharing video. And, you can share PC content cable-free using Polycom's unique People+Content IP technology

Reliability - Integrated electronic Pan-Tilt- Zoom (PTZ) camera has fewer moving parts and therefore offers more reliability, while offering functionality similar to mechanical PTZ cameras

Network friendly - Features include video and audio error concealment, UPnP, NAT and Closed Captioning support, embedded encryption, plus Web streaming

Complete solution packages - Combine the VSX 5000 with any of Polycom's attractive furniture display options to create a total meeting room solution

The Polycom Solution - Everything you need to deploy and manage a complete video conferencing network with Polycom Global Management System, Polycom PathNavigator, Polycom Conference Suite and the Polycom MGC.

Polycom VSX 5000 Audio Features and Benefits

Siren 14 Wideband Audio

14 kHz crystal clear audio
Eliminates fatigue associated with straining to hear every word
CD-quality sound for dynamic audio performance
Superb clarity to hear the subtleties of every word
Included on every system

Polycom StereoSurround

2 channels of 14 kHz crystal clear audo
Wideband audio projected in stereo, from left and right speakers
Superb clarity to hear the subtleties of every word
Easily decipher multiple, simultaneous conversations
Distinguish which side of the room people are talking from, just like in a real meeting
Enable easily in the user interface and by attaching speakers to the VSX 5000

SoundStation VTX 1000 Integration

Use the SoundStation VTX 1000 as the microphone for the video system and eliminate the VSX 7000s microphones
Add audio calls to a video conference with the SoundStation VTX 1000
Maximize the value of audio and video equipment investments when used together
Remarkable voice pickup range with the SoundStation VTX 1000 microphones
Video dial, mute, call hangup and call redial from the SoundStation VTX 1000 keypad

Enhanced Microphone Array

360° audio pickup
Flotation feet filter out table-top noise
Sensitive enough to pick up whispers, smart enough to eliminate unwanted background noise
Versatile and attractive design for table top, wall or ceiling mount
Single array for Polycom StereoSurround
Gated enhanced stereo pickup

Audio Error Concealment

Reduced audio drop-out on busy IP networks
Smooth, consistent verbal communications without interruptions
Corrects audio from any system seamlessly
Activates automatically, only when needed

Polycom VSX 5000 Video Features and Benefits

Single Monitor XGA Support

Use a XGA display, or a TV for main display
No need for a dual monitor system to clearly see content
Flexibility in configuration, allowing users to use the display of their choice
Supports up to 1024 x 768 resolution

H.264 video up to 768Kbps

Use less bandwidth to conduct video calls
Unparalleled video quality for lower line rate applications
More bandwidth is available for other business
Cost savings to any organization!

Video Error Concealment

Reduced video drop-out on busy IP networks
Smooth, continuous video without interruptions
Maintain active face-to-face contact
Accomplish meeting objectives without worrying about the video integrity
Activates automatically, only when needed

Polycom VSX 5000 Content Sharing Features and Benefits

People+Content IP

Expand the way you communicate!
An excellent option for wireless laptop users who are participating in a video conference
See the presentation and the speaker at the same time
No need to connect wires to the system—just type the system's IP address into the People+Content IP application and start sharing!
Unlimited possibilities from the PC—Microsoft PowerPoint, movie files, audio files, pictures or any other Windows application

Multiple Content Sources

Doc camera and VCR images can be seen as content, along with people
Doc camera and VCR images do NOT displace the person talking, but show up next to them
Supplement video conference with multiple types of content including pictures, movies, audio files, PowerPoint presentations
Flexible bandwidth settings for adjusting people and content

Polycom VSX 5000 (group with QBRI) photo.

Polycom VSX 5000 User Interface

Calendar and Call Scheduler

Quick and easy access to a monthly calendar with current date and time posting
Schedule repeat meetings to dial automatically
Create and save multipoint team meetings

Customizable Home Page

Display only the necessary buttons
Unique design to meet your organization's needs
Simplified graphical interface for novice users
Easy to understand icon driven menu navigation decreases learning curve
Leads to increased use of video

Peripheral Control Using RS-232 port

Use APIs to customize control of the system
Use an AMX or Creston panel as main UI
Brings flexibility for integrators to build a custom solution for their customers
Allows partners to add value to video conferencing solution

Dual Monitor Emulation

Most efficient use of a single display area
Full size near and far video windows at the same time
Minimal investment, maximum benefit (one monitor, two screens)
Alternate layout views

User Selectable Camera Icons

Use icons that represent your industry
Intuitive icons match the input device
Custom name gives the icon clear meaning
Selection - 5 libraries to choose from
Decreases learning curve

Kiosk Mode for Custom Applications

Makes video approachable and easy!
Create a look and feel that suits your application
Removes difficult decisions for the user
One-click dialing results in instant communications

Display Configuration Choices

Allows you to configure displays for your application
Single or dual displays
XGA or NTSC / PAL
Decide what shows on each display, Near end, far end, or content

Polycom VSX 5000 Platform Versatility

Integration with Microsoft

Integrates directly with Microsoft collaboration infrastructure Live Communications Server (LCS) via SIP
Registers and authenticates with Microsoft LCS 2005
VSX users can be added to Microsoft Messenger's buddy list
Presence information sent to LCS indicating video buddies' availability
Convenient dialing to email addresses Optional Network Interface Modules
Flexibility for multiple network types
Ability to upgrade as networks transition
Choose only the configuration you need
Easy to swap out
Modular, compact and out-of-the-way!

Advanced Encryption Standard

Communications are confidential and secure
Authentication by the National Institutes of Standards means it's credible
Built-in, no extra hardware required
Easy installation software key

Unique communication tools and options

Transparent RS-232 ports for H.320 and H.323 gives vertical customers flexibility
Closed Captioning support increases usability for hearing impaired participants
Web Streaming on or off the call means you can view the meeting at a later time

Multiple cameras supported

Provides flexibility and choice
Second camera can be easily added, and selected in the user interface
Add document camera, VCR/DVD or any other second video source to bring another dimension to any video conference

E-Mail dialing format when dialing across IP security boundaries

Easy and intuitive E-mail video dialing
Operates with Polycom's V2IU Firewall Traversal Appliance
Deployable to wide range of between customers, suppliers and partners

Polycom VSX 5000 Interoperability

Part of The Polycom Office

Remote management through Global Management System
Click & View offers a variety of layout templates for a multi-point call
Expand the audience over audio and video with an MGC bridge
Extended conferencing with Polycom PathNavigator
Schedule, invite participants and manage conferences easily with Polycom Conference Suite
Expand meeting capbilities by adding voice-only participants using the SoundStation VTX 1000 conference phone

Standards Based

Solid, reliable platform
Qualified by independent test labs
Interoperates with other vendors' systems that are standards-based
Install even in a mixed environment

Baseline Mode

Set your system to baseline mode, H.261 and G.711 for maximum interoperability with legacy video conferencing systems
Accessible via the web interface for easy access by the network administrator
Can be turned on and off as needed

IVCi is a Certified Polycom Platinum Reseller. We are one of only a handful of resellers nationwide recognized with this distinction for our superior service and support of Polycom's integrated, end-to-end voice, video, Web and data communications solutions. In 2005 IVCi became a Polycom Certified Service Partner (CSP), the highest level of certification a channel partner can receive from Polycom, which requires consistent compliance with a comprehensive set of methodologies designed to guarantee complete customer satisfaction. Our factory-trained sales and technical staff install and support Polycom projects across the country and around the world. As with the other video conferencing products we represent, IVCi provides clients with one point of contact for sales, service, management and support of the entire Polycom product line.

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