Configuring Streaming Options - Polycom ViewStation FX4000 User Manual

Configuring Streaming Options

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You can now configure the following options on the Streaming
screen.
Speed—Press the SELECT button on the remote control and
select the speed at which you want to stream video.
IP Multicast Address—A default address is entered for you
based on your serial number. This ensures that you do not have
the same multicast address as another ViewStation FX or
VS4000. You can change this address.
Number of Router Hops—Enter the number of routers you
want the streaming video to pass through. This allows you to
control who can see your streaming video.
Audio Port—This is a fixed port. This may be changed by your
network manager if a user needs to go through the firewall.
Video Port—This is a fixed port. This may be changed by your
network manager if a user needs to go through the firewall.
Allow Streaming—When this option is enabled, the icon on the
main screen of the user interface changes from Telephone to
Call Type. Click Call Type to access the Streaming Call screen.
In the Streaming Call screen, you can set a Meeting Password.
Click the Start icon to start streaming.
Enable Streaming Announcement—When this option is
enabled, the names of users logged on to your ViewStation FX
or VS4000 are displayed on screen.
Restore Defaults—Selecting this option restores the Speed, IP
Multicast Address, Number of Router Hops, Audio Port, and
Video Port defaults.
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