Video Calling - Polycom VVX 501 Long Format Manual

Note: The reboot process is complete when the idle display and current time are on the
screen.

Video Calling

For Video Calling, you'll need the Polycom Camera. There is a black tab in the top of the
phone. Removing that tab will reveal a USB outlet for the Polycom Camera.
Setup
Video Calling has many facets. One is your atmosphere. You never had to worry about your
appearance or the décor behind you before Video Calling. Now, people will be able to see if
you are looking at them or looking at your computer. Lighting can also be a factor to consider
when Video Calling. Home Video Calling users have been known to show a nice shirt and well-
groomed hair, while wearing pajama bottoms and slippers. You may develop your own
strategy.
The camera has a shutter that may be engaged by twisting the outer ring. This not only puts a
barrier in front of the camera, it also stops the video stream from sending.
Additionally, it may be tilted up or down to adjust to your height or distance from it by using
the sliding lever located just above the camera. To view your appearance and surroundings,
place a Video Call and tap the box at the top right-hand corner of the screen. This is what
others see on Video Calls. Tap the small box in the top right again to swap back to normal
view.
While on a call
When you call other people with a similar phone and camera, you'll see them right away.
And more importantly, they'll see you. You may tap the screen to view them in Full Screen
mode. This can be set automatically if you prefer, but if you want access to your softkeys,
you'll need to be in a mode other than Full Screen. Please note that if someone has their
shutter closed and you cannot see them, they can still see you. Your screen will show a white
camera with an X through it on a blue background.
The camera itself has a small indicator light to the right of the lens.
Orange light indicates:
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