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Page 3: Table Of Contents
External Echo Canceller Document Camera Integrated Pan/Tilt Camera Assemblies Analog Pan/Tilt Camera Video Monitor Control VCR Control Installation................11 Overview Mounting the Equipment Installing the AXB-EM232 Mounting the PS4.2 Mounting the AC-RK Assembly VClink Codec Master Control System Table of Contents... - Page 4 Data Port Setup Page Speed Dial Setup Page Speed dial directory mapping control screen Edit speed dial location Finished Audio/Video Setup Wizard ........... 33 Overview Audio/Video Names Video Settings Audio Follow Video Audio Setup AXmodules Table of Contents VClink Codec Master Control System...
- Page 5 Privacy Volume Status - Version 2.2 Status - Version 3.0 Help - Version 2.2 HELP Section Version 3.0 Multipoint Control Page (MCU) MCU Services Sites Video Source (default source list) Privacy Volume VClink Codec Master Control System Table of Contents...
- Page 6 Linking audio and video inputs Sending and Receiving Graphics Sending a Still Image Requesting a still image Viewing a stored still image Far-End Control Multipoint Conferences ............73 Overview Control Issues Requesting the Floor Table of Contents VClink Codec Master Control System...
- Page 7 Viewing another site Returning to the Broadcast Using the Dataport ..............77 Overview Connecting Equipment to the Dataport Connecting Equipment to the Dataport Configuring the Dataport from the Control Page Technical Support..............81 Overview VClink Codec Master Control System Table of Contents...
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Page 9: Introduction
Control System designed is expandable through external AXlink bus modules. A Codec Bus Control System is also available, providing an easy way to add many of the same features as the Codec Master Control System to any existing AMX AX- CESS Control System. - Page 10 · # Far-end source selection $;%0(0565#(QKDQFHG#0DVWHU#560565#&RQWUROOHU The AXB-EM232 (Figure 1) is a bus device that functions like an AMX Master Card in a single compact enclosure. It is fully compatible with the AXCESS Control System and can be used as a stand-alone device or with other AMX bus devices. The AXB-...
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Page 11: Exm-256Kb Extended Memory
The VClink software (Figure 3), pre-installed in your system, is a combination AX- CESS control program and Touch Panel screen program. The VClink software is the key element of the AMX VClink Codec Master Control System. VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 12: Hardware Configuration
Figure 3 VClink title page Hardware Configuration Figure 4 shows the basic configuration of the AMX VClink Codec Master Control System containing an AXT-CM TiltCam, AXB-EM232, PS4.2, and a codec. Figure 4 Component configuration Codec TiltCam AXB- Power Enhanced RS23... -
Page 13: User Interface Options
User Interface Options Overview The AMX VClink Codec Master Control System operates with a variety of AMX Touch Panels including, AXT-CM, -CV10 series, -CP series, and -LC series AXT-CM Color Video TiltCam The AXT-CM Color Video TiltCam (Figure 5) is a one-step videoconferencing inter- face, including a touch screen controller with video display capabilities, a color camera, built-in condenser microphone, and self-powered loudspeaker system. -
Page 14: Axt-Cm Rear View
The CV10 series products also contain a video input for vis- ual monitoring of composite video sources. The CV10 series consists of TiltScreen, rack-mount, and UniMount configurations. Figure 7 shows an AXT-CV10 Color Video PowerTilt PowerTouch Panel (CVTP). User Interface Options VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 15: Cv Series Color Video Touch Panels
The CV series consists of TiltScreen, rack-mount, and UniMount configu- rations. Figure 8 shows an AXT-CV TiltScreen Color Video Touch Panel. VClink Codec Master Control System User Interface Options... -
Page 16: Cp Series Color Passive Touch Panels
The black/white LCD LC series panels offers self-contained enclosures that use a microprocessor to control a wide range of videoconferencing equipment communi- cating via AXlink. The LC series consists of TiltScreen, rack-mount, and UniMount configurations. User Interface Options VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 17: Axmodules
Overview A variety of add-on Automatic eXecutable (AX) plug-and-play modules are avail- able for the AMX VClink Codec Master Control System, providing automatic instal- lation of external equipment. You can easily instal these modules by simply con- necting the AXlink network to the bus box and connecting the bus box to your ex- ternal device. -
Page 18: Analog Pan/Tilt Camera
AXmodules for pan/tilt tables and camera/lens combinations requiring analog control are also available. Video Monitor Control IR/S control of any manufacturer’s infrared controllable video monitor is avail- able. VCR Control IR/S control of any manufacturer’s infrared controllable VCR is available. AXmodules VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 19: Installation
Do the same to remove the other three rubber feet. Place the unit in the center opening in the AC-RK. VClink Codec Master Control System Installation... -
Page 20: Mounting The Ps4.2
We recommend that you mount the AC-RK assembly (containing the AXB-EM232 and PS4.2) directly below the Tandberg 2000 Series codec. This location enables you to easily connect all interconnect cables furnished with the system. Installation VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 21: Wiring The System
RS-232 captive-wire connector. The AXlink connector is a four-wire, captive-wire connector for data and power. The PWR connector is a two-wire, cap- tive-wire connector for the 12VDC power supply. VClink Codec Master Control System Wiring the System... -
Page 22: Connecting The Cc-232 Cable
The PS4.2 is supplied with a 3 foot DC power cord with two-pin captive wire ter- minal. Connect this cable to the PWR connector on the AXB-EM232 to supply 12 VDC to the unit. Wiring the System VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 23: Optional Tiltcam Axlink Mini-Xlr Connector
Figure 13 connector connector TiltCam AXlink mini-XLR con- GND - (BLK) nector AXM (GRN) AXP (WHT) PWR + (RED) 4 - PWR + (RED) 3 - AXP (WHT) 1 - GND - (BLK) VClink Codec Master Control System Wiring the System... - Page 24 Wiring the System VClink Codec Master Control System...
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Page 25: Configuring The System
— There is no AXlink control or activity, but power is on. — The AXCESS program is not loaded. RS-232 Program Connector This DB-9 RS-232 connector is used for AMX programming tools, such as AXCESS and IRLIB. VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 26: Rs-232 Program Dip Switch
Set DIP Switch 2 (Figure 17) to the following configuration: Figure 17 DIP Switch 2 TX2 and RX2 LEDs These red LEDs indicate that the AXB-EM232 is receiving (RX) or transmitting (TX) RS-232 data. RX2 and TX2 correspond to Port 2. Configuring the System VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 27: Overview
The AXlink LED blinks once per second, indicating that power is active and AXlink communications is functioning. The first page that displays on the touch panel is the AMX title page (Figure 18). Figure 18... - Page 28 Also, this section introduces detailed information concerning panels and external devices currently connected to the Control System. You can get additional information (Figure 20) by touching one of the AMX Devices Online. Setup and Configuration VClink Codec Master Control System...
- Page 29 Figure 20 Hardware Information page If you select a camera, the following information is provided (Figure 21). VClink Codec Master Control System Setup and Configuration...
- Page 30 The “Configure” section of the Utility/Setup page offers several choices to set up and test the system. Selecting the “Setup Wizard” button performs a page flip to the Codec Setup Wizard page. Setup and Configuration VClink Codec Master Control System...
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Page 31: Setup Wizard
Under “Dialing Features,” select the ISDN Switch Type. Options include: Note National ISDN 2 Numbers Referring to the information from by your ISDN service provider, select the ISDN switch type to which your codec is connected. VClink Codec Master Control System Setup Wizard... - Page 32 ISDN line. Repeat steps 3 through 15 for the line selected. Entry in all fields must be made before advancing to the After completing the line information, select the “Advanced Settings” to pro- next line. ceed to the next step. Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System...
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Page 33: Advanced Settings Page
BONDING call. To default to a 2B channel H.221 call, enter #2* into the de- fault call type using the numeric keypad. Prefix and corresponding call types are as follows: — #6* 6B call (BONDING) VClink Codec Master Control System Setup Wizard... -
Page 34: Dialing Features
The setup page (Figure 24) feature con- The cable must be a straight figuration settings for the codec data port. You must be sure that your PC and through DB-9 RS-232 cable. codec data settings are comparably configured. Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 35 — Modem Allows you to control the codec externally via a PC as in Con- trol Mode. However, once a call is established the data port will auto- matically switch to Data Mode. VClink Codec Master Control System Setup Wizard...
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Page 36: Speed Dial Setup Page
PC using the codec as a mo- dem. You can also dial to other system supporting the T.120 standard. Configures the data port for downloading of AMX Default AMX Config programming updates. -
Page 37: Edit Speed Dial Location
>>“ or “PREVIOUS <<“ buttons, or select the “Entry Number” button and en- ter the speed dial location number on the keypad window, followed by the “STORE” button. Press the “Name” button to open a keyboard window (Figure 26). Figure 26 Keyboard window VClink Codec Master Control System Setup Wizard... -
Page 38: Finished
After entering your password, you are prompted to repeat the password and then return to the Utility/Setup page. Selecting “No, Do Not Password Protect the Setup” returns you directly to the Utility/Setup page. Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 39 Figure 27 Codec Setup Wizard Setup Password Protect page VClink Codec Master Control System Setup Wizard...
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Page 41: Audio/Video Setup Wizard
(Figure 28). Figure 29 shows the Audio/Video Names page. Figure 28 Audio/Video Source Defaults Audio Source Video Source Audio/Video source defaults S-Video 1 Audio 2 S-Video 2 Audio 3 Video 3 Video 4 Video 5 VClink Codec Master Control System Video/Audio Setup Wizard... -
Page 42: Video Settings
Press the ABORT button to close the keyboard and return to the cur- Only 10 characters maximum rent page without changes. will be stored. Video Settings The Video Settings section (Figure 30) allows you to configure codec functions that are normally set by AMX. Video/Audio Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 43 Codec to Audio In on the TV monitor. It is recommended view on the other monitor. that Auto-PIP is OFF. VClink Codec Master Control System Video/Audio Setup Wizard...
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Page 44: Audio Follow Video
To enable this echo canceller, select ON for the appropriate audio source. Additionally, the Tandberg codec offers a noise reduction (NR) cir- cuit to reduce background residual noise from air-conditioning systems, cooling fans, etc. To enable this feature, select NR ON. Video/Audio Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 45 Password” to change your password. Select “Yes, Leave The Setup Pass- word Protected” to password protect the setup using your previously se- lected password or “No, Do Not Password Protect the Setup.” VClink Codec Master Control System Video/Audio Setup Wizard...
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Page 46: Axmodules
Audio/Video Setup Wizard Setup Password Protect AXmodules The AXmodules button offers a simple, visual reference for DIP switch settings of add-on AXlink modules. Select this button to go to the AXmodules screen (Figure 34). Video/Audio Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 47 DIP switch configurations. Addi- tional information includes a help screen on each device function. The Exit button returns you to the Utility/Setup page (Figure 35). VClink Codec Master Control System Video/Audio Setup Wizard...
- Page 48 Restarts the codec to accept new information. System Boot Performs a complete diagnostic self-test on the Tandberg Codec Test codec. Pass/Fail information is shown via the following two screens (Figure 36 and Figure 37). Video/Audio Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System...
- Page 49 Figure 36 Self Test Fail Figure 37 Self Test Pass VClink Codec Master Control System Video/Audio Setup Wizard...
- Page 50 Exit returns you to the Setup/Utility page. Video/Audio Setup Wizard VClink Codec Master Control System...
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Page 51: Operational Features
Control System Menu Tree The Control System offers a variety of interconnected control screens that allow simple use of the videoconferencing system. The control screen menu for the sys- tem is shown in Figure 38. VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 52: Conference Control Page (Conf)
The Conference Control page (Figure 39) enables immediate access to the controls most commonly used during a videoconference. The Conference page may be ac- cessed via the CONF button located at the top of the touch panel. Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 53: Audio Source
If the “Far End Sources” Toggles between control of local and remote sources. Far End Sources button is enabled, the avail- able source names are user defined, and reflect/control the far end sources VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 54: Privacy
Turns on/off Video Monitor 2 if AXmodule 2 is on-line. Mon 2 Power Trains the external echo canceller for 10 seconds if on-line. Long Train Trains the external echo canceller for 5 seconds if on-line. Short Train Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 55: Line
After selection of DIAL, the first page that appears is the Speed Dial page. A but- ton-by-button description of the Speed Dial page follows. Figure 40 Speed Dial page VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 56: Speed Dial
Selects composite video Input 4 as the active video source. TiltCam Selects composite video Input 5 as the active video source. AUX Camera Toggles between control of local and remote sources. Far End Sources Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 57: Privacy
The Manual Dial page (Figure 41) replaces the Speed Dial section of the Dial page with a Manual Dial section. A button by button description of the manual dial con- trol page follows. Figure 41 Manual Dial Control page VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 58: Manual Dial Section
Touch Panel control screen. Screen information varies depending upon the version of firmware provided with your codec. A button-by-button de- scription of the call status control page for firmware Version 2.2 (Figure 42) and Version 3.0 (Figure 43) follows. Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 59 Figure 42 Call Status page for Version 2.2 Firmware Figure 43 Call Status page for Version 3.0 Firmware VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features...
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Page 60: Audio Quality
Line Answers an incoming call. Pick Up Disconnects from the current call. Hang Up Redials the last number. Redial Toggles automatic call answering on/off. Auto Answer Privacy Privacy options are listed as follows. Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 61: Volume
Help - Version 2.2 Page-flips to the Codec Dialing Errors screen (Figure 44). Calling Errors The page offers a text description of common call errors. VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 62: Help Section Version 3.0
HELP Section Version 3.0 Shows Dialing Errors in the area of the video window on Calling Errors firmware version 3.0 (Figure 45). To return to the Call Status page, deselect the Help Section Calling Errors button. Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 63: Multipoint Control Page (Mcu)
Multiple modes and control features are given. The Multipoint Control page is accessed via the MCU button located at the top of the control screen. A button by button description of the Multipoint Control Page follows. VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 64: Mcu Services
Allows selection of any remote site for viewing. Requires site View Site number selection. Releases View Site selection and returns your view to the site End View that is currently “on air.” Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 65: Sites
Toggles between control of local and remote sources. Far End Sources Privacy Mutes the outbound audio signal. Speaker Icon Freezes current image for outbound video signal. TiltCam Icon Volume Adjusts receive volume level up. Arrow Up Icon VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 66: Pip
AXmodule for an echo canceller has been de- tected. The Echo Canceller Control page is accessed via the ECHO CANCEL button located at the top of the control screen. A button-by-button description of the Echo Canceller Control page follows. Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 67: Audio Source
Selects TiltCam composite video Input 4 as the active video TiltCam source. Selects composite video Input 5 as the active video source. AUX Camera Toggles between control of local and remote sources. Far End Sources VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Features... -
Page 68: Privacy
Selects Audio 3 input as active input. Auxiliary Input — ON Turns the internal echo cancellation system on for input 3. — NR Turn the noise reduction circuitry on for audio input 3. Operational Features VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 69: Operational Quick Guide
The speed dial directory can hold up to 49 telephone numbers. To add, edit, or de- lete a speed dial number: Press the DIAL button at the top of the touch screen page. Press the Speed Dial Setup button in the Speed Dial Section (Figure 48). VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Quick Guide... - Page 70 Figure 48 Speed dial Press the Edit Directory Entries button (Figure 49). Operational Quick Guide VClink Codec Master Control System...
- Page 71 “PREVIOUS <<“ buttons, or select the “Entry Number” button and enter the speed dial location number on the keypad window, followed by the “ENTER” button. Press the “Name” button to open a keyboard window (Figure 50). VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Quick Guide...
- Page 72 Press the preceding steps to add additional speed dial numbers. Note If you are calling another Press the “Return” button when completed. Tandberg codec you only need to enter the first tele- phone number. Operational Quick Guide VClink Codec Master Control System...
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Page 73: Making Speed Dial Calls
Speed Dial Control page If the preprogrammed number you are attempting to call is not currently displayed: Press the Speed Dial Setup button. The Control System page-flips to the Speed Dial Setup page (Figure 52). VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Quick Guide... -
Page 74: Manual Dialing
Manual Dialing To dial a call that is not listed in the speed dial directory: Select the DIAL button at the top of the control screen (Figure 53). Select the Manual Dial button. Operational Quick Guide VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 75: Hanging Up A Call
The Auto Answer button is available in the Line Section from the CONF, DIAL, CALL STATUS, and ECHO CANCEL control screens. A green high- light indicates that the button is depressed. VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Quick Guide... -
Page 76: Manual Answer Mode
Three audio inputs are available for transmission to the remote sites. These inputs be set to 80% of the maxi- may be selected from the CONF and ECHO CANCEL control screens in the Audio mum. Source section. Operational Quick Guide VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 77: Video
The last sent or received image will be stored in memory at your location. Sending a Still Image From the CONF or ECHO CANCEL control screens, press the Send button located in the Still Image section. VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Quick Guide... -
Page 78: Requesting A Still Image
The system supports far-end camera control, source selection, and preset recall for remote site supporting FECC (H.281). To gain control access of the far-end equip- ment, select the Far End Sources button located in the Video Source section on the Operational Quick Guide VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 79 Zoom In/Out Focus +/- Pan Left/Right Tilt Up/Down If the remote end has stored camera presets, these are remotely recalled by pressing the buttons 1 through 4 located in the Camera Presets section. VClink Codec Master Control System Operational Quick Guide...
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Page 81: Multipoint Conferences
To access the multipoint control functions, touch the MCU button located at the top of the control page. An MCU conference can operate in different modes: Voice Switched, Chairman or Continuous Presence. Figure 56 MCU Control page VClink Codec Master Control System Multipoint Conferences... -
Page 82: Control Issues
While in the Chairman mode, press the Floor to Site # button followed by a Site # button to select which of the conference participants is to be broadcast to the other participants. Multipoint Conferences VClink Codec Master Control System... -
Page 83: Disconnecting A Site
Returning to the Broadcast Press the End View button to stop seeing the site previously selected via the View Site button. Select this button to return you to the site that is currently being broad- cast. VClink Codec Master Control System Multipoint Conferences... - Page 84 Multipoint Conferences VClink Codec Master Control System...
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Page 85: Using The Dataport
A straight through cable is used between the codec’s dataport and the con- necting equipment. Pins 2, 3, 5, 7 and 8 are the only pins used. Figure 57 shows the recommended wiring. VClink Codec Master Control System Using the Dataport... -
Page 86: Configuring The Dataport From The Control Page
Press the SETUP button at the top of the control page which page-flips to the Utility/Setup page. Press Setup Wizard under the Configure section which page-flips to the Codec Setup Wizard Data Port Setup page (Figure 58). Figure 58 Codec Setup Wizard Data Port Setup page Using the Dataport VClink Codec Master Control System... - Page 87 Press the Finished button at the top of the control screen. Select a password option which returns you to the Utility/Setup page. Press the Exit button which returns you to the Conference page. VClink Codec Master Control System Using the Dataport...
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Page 89: Technical Support
If you still have a service problem, refer to the list shown in Figure 59 and map (Figure 60) to determine your team. Then, call your AMX Support Team for technical assistance. - Page 90 08/98 ©1998 AMX Corporation. All rights reserved. 11995 Forestgate Drive Dallas, Texas USA 75243 AMX and the AMX logo are registered trademarks of AMX Corporation. All other 972/644-3048 800/222-0193 trademarks contained in this document are the properties of their respective Fax 972/907-2053 www.amx.com...