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- Page 1 LifeSize® Multipoint™ Installation Guide...
- Page 2 LifeSize Communications. Trademark Acknowledgments LifeSize® is the trademark of LifeSize Communications Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Patent Notice For patents covering LifeSize®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
About LifeSize Multipoint Architecture About LifeSize Multipoint Topologies Centralized Topology Cascaded Conferences Setting Up Your LifeSize Multipoint Physical Description Preparing for Installation Verifying the Package Contents Mounting the LifeSize Multipoint Unit in a 19-inch Rack LifeSize Multipoint Unit Initial Configuration Contents iii... - Page 4 Connecting to a PC Setting the IP Address Setting Ethernet Speed and Duplex Parameters Connecting the LifeSize Multipoint Unit to the LAN Video Processing Module Initial Configuration Accessing the Video Processing Module Main Menu Setting the IP Address Changing the Configuration Software Password...
- Page 5 Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Table Index Contents v...
- Page 6 LifeSize Multipoint Installation Guide...
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Page 7: Related Documentation
You require Adobe Acrobat Reader version 5.0 or later to open the PDF Note files. You can download Acrobat Reader free of charge from www.adobe.com. ONVENTIONS The LifeSize Multipoint is sometimes referred to as “the LifeSize Multipoint” in this manual. This manual uses the following conventions: SED IN THIS ANUAL... -
Page 9: Functionality
The LifeSize Multipoint provides core IP-centric functionality, a wide range of layouts, powerful audio and video transcoding, an open API for customer application development, support of web-initiated data collaboration, and software upgradeable technology. -
Page 10: About Lifesize Multipoint Users
About LifeSize Multipoint Users BOUT The LifeSize Multipoint provides an intuitive web interface with a single point of entry for configuring, controlling and monitoring the LifeSize Multipoint unit ULTIPOINT SERS and conference sessions. Access to the interfaces is password-protected for four types of users—Administrators, Moderators, Operators and conference users. - Page 11 Summary of LifeSize Multipoint Features (continued) Feature Description Seamless interoperability The LifeSize Multipoint is built on the strong foundation of the LifeSize H.323 and SIP software, ensuring full compliance and unmatched interoperability with IP and ISDN networks. The LifeSize Multipoint enables H.323 and SIP devices to participate in the same conference session.
- Page 12 The LifeSize Multipoint achieves the best video quality by supporting the following video capabilities: High definition and standard definition participants in the same conference.
- Page 13 IVR video messages The IVR mechanism displays video messages that help users dial directly to the LifeSize Multipoint IP address for creating or joining conferences without the need to register to an H.323 gatekeeper or SIP registrar.
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Page 14: Port Capacities
Port Capacities APACITIES The LifeSize Multipoint-12 and LifeSize Multipoint-24 are delivered with a predetermined number of ports. The LifeSize Multipoint-12 and LifeSize Multipoint-24 support Continuous Presence High Definition (CP HD) services. CP HD services support split-screen (continuous presence) up to 4 Mbps and offer resolutions of 1280 x 720 pixels (720p). -
Page 15: Lifesize Multipoint-24 Port Capacity
LifeSize Multipoint. RCHITECTURE Other devices such as voice telephones and video conferencing terminals (H.320) can connect to a conference via a gateway, such as the LifeSize Gateway. The LifeSize Multipoint supports devices that can send and receive video streams, as well as those that cannot send but only receive video streams. -
Page 16: About Lifesize Multipoint Topologies
About LifeSize Multipoint Topologies BOUT The LifeSize Multipoint can work in a centralized or cascaded topology. This section describes these two options. ULTIPOINT OPOLOGIES In a centralized topology, the LifeSize Multipoint performs media processing for ENTRALIZED OPOLOGY all connected terminals. The LifeSize Multipoint can handle multiple conferences simultaneously. -
Page 17: Setting Up Your Lifesize Multipoint
ETTING ULTIPOINT This section introduces the LifeSize Multipoint solution and details the components that LifeSize Multipoint includes, and includes the following topics: Physical Description Preparing for Installation Verifying the Package Contents Mounting the LifeSize Multipoint Unit in a 19-inch Rack... -
Page 18: Physical Description
This section provides a physical description of the LifeSize Multipoint-12 and LifeSize Multipoint-24 units. The LifeSize Multipoint unit has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet port on the front panel that uses an RJ-45 connector to connect to the network. There is an asynchronous, 9-pin serial-port that you can use with a hyperterminal program to configure and monitor the module. -
Page 19: Preparing For Installation
Two dedicated IP addresses—one each for the LifeSize Multipoint and MVP units The IP address of the default Gateway that the LifeSize Multipoint unit will use to communicate across the network For an H.323 environment, the IP address of the H.323 gatekeeper with which you want the LifeSize Multipoint unit to register. -
Page 20: Verifying The Package Contents
OUNTING THE You can optionally mount the LifeSize Multipoint unit in a standard 19-inch rack. Two mounting brackets and a set of screws are included in the LifeSize Multipoint unit shipping box. ULTIPOINT NIT IN... - Page 21 Insert the LifeSize Multipoint unit into the 19-inch rack. Fasten the brackets to the side rails of the rack. Make sure that the air vents at the sides of the LifeSize Multipoint unit are not blocked. Setting Up Your LifeSize Multipoint...
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Page 22: Lifesize Multipoint Unit Initial Configuration
Initial monitoring and administration of the LifeSize Multipoint unit are performed from a remote PC via a serial connection. This allows you to access ULTIPOINT the boot configuration menu of the LifeSize Multipoint unit. At power-up, the NITIAL LifeSize Multipoint unit goes through the following boot phases: ONFIGURATION Auto-boot—The embedded operating system initializes and displays... -
Page 23: Setting The Ip Address
DDRESS IP address and other address information. The upper serial port on the LifeSize Multipoint unit front panel is used to assign a new IP address to your LifeSize Multipoint unit. You can assign the IP address before or after you connect the hardware to the network. - Page 24 At the prompt, enter N to configure default network port values and press Enter. At the Enter IP address for Interface No. 1 prompt, enter the IP address you want to assign to the LifeSize Multipoint unit and press Enter. Do not use leading zeros in the IP address.
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Page 25: Setting Ethernet Speed And Duplex Parameters
Multipoint and switch to Ethernet speed 100 Mbps and full duplex. Procedure Access the LifeSize Multipoint through the serial port and start a terminal emulator session. If the LifeSize Multipoint is already running, you need to reboot or Note restart the device. Setting Up Your LifeSize Multipoint... -
Page 26: Connecting The Lifesize Multipoint Unit To The Lan
Enter the letter for the set of parameters that you want to configure. Enter Q to save your changes and allow the device to complete the boot process. This section describes how to connect the LifeSize Multipoint unit to the Local ONNECTING THE ULTIPOINT Area Network (LAN). -
Page 27: Video Processing Module Initial Configuration
PC using a terminal emulation application, such as HyperTerminal. To make the serial connection, connect a PC terminal to the lower serial port on the front panel of the LifeSize Multipoint unit as described Connecting to a PC on page 14. -
Page 28: Setting The Ip Address
DDRESS IP address and other address information. The lower serial port on the LifeSize Multipoint unit front panel is used to assign a new video processing module an IP address. You can assign the IP address before or after you connect the hardware to the network. -
Page 29: Changing The Configuration Software Password
At the prompt, enter S to configure the network security level and press Enter. The security level screen appears as follows: The current security level is [0 low]. Enter a new security level (0-low, 1-medium. 2-high): Setting Up Your LifeSize Multipoint... -
Page 30: Pointing The Mvp To The Controlling Lifesize Multipoint
ONTROLLING LifeSize Multipoint unit. ULTIPOINT Procedure At the prompt, enter M to change the LifeSize Multipoint IP address and press Enter. The LifeSize Multipoint IP address screen displays as follows: Enter MCU ip address Without leading zeros <current IP address>: Enter the IP address of the LifeSize Multipoint and press any key to return to the MVP Main menu. - Page 31 : 4 - 100Mbps Full Duplex : 5 - Auto other - Quit Enter either a number between 0 and 5 inclusive, representing the required option. Press any other key to quit without changing the network working mode. Setting Up Your LifeSize Multipoint...
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Page 32: Saving Network Configuration Settings
Connect the supplied LAN cable from your network switch to the 10/100BaseT Ethernet port on the front panel of the MVP unit. The 10/100BaseT port accepts an RJ-45 connector. Turn on the power to the MVP unit. LifeSize Multipoint Installation Guide... -
Page 33: Managing And Monitoring The Lifesize Multipoint Unit
PC, you can assign an IP address and subnet mask to the LifeSize Multipoint unit. The RJ-45 serial port is used to connect a PC terminal to the LifeSize Multipoint unit. You can perform software upgrades by using the LifeSize Upgrade Utility to... - Page 34 If you try to sign in as an Administrator and another Administrator is Note currently signed in, the LifeSize Multipoint signs you in as a Read only user. The words Read Only appear at the top of the window and a pop-up displays the IP address of the Administrator already signed in.
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Page 35: Registering The Online Help
Registering the Online Help EGISTERING THE The LifeSize Multipoint is equipped with online help that is linked to the LifeSize Multipoint Administrator web interface. The help library is stored on NLINE the LifeSize web site. The Online Help folder available from the CD-ROM included in the product box contains the online help library. - Page 36 Registering the Online Help LifeSize Multipoint Installation Guide...
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Page 37: Using The Lifesize Software Upgrade Utility
The upgrade files are uploaded and then burned into the memory of the LifeSize Multipoint. - Page 38 Launching the Utility AUNCHING THE This section describes how to install and launch the LifeSize Software Upgrade Utility. TILITY Procedure Download the relevant upgrade file from the LifeSize web site at www.lifesize.com/service. Double click the upgrade file to run the Software Upgrade Utility.
- Page 39 Select the components you want to upgrade list. Click OK to return to the Upgrade Utility dialog box. Click Upgrade to upgrade all components of the LifeSize Multipoint software (or only those components you manually selected via the Customize option).
- Page 40 Upgrading Software LifeSize Multipoint Installation Guide...
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Page 41: Cable Connections And Pin-Outs
ABLE ONNECTIONS AND OUTS This section describes the pin-to-pin and pin-out configurations of the connectors and cables of the LifeSize Multipoint unit, including the following topics: Unit RS-232 9-Pin Serial Port RJ-45 8-Pin IP Network Port RJ-45 Serial Port Adapter Cable... -
Page 42: Unit Rs-232 9-Pin Serial Port
Unit RS-232 9-Pin Serial Port RS-232 9-P Table 4-1 describes the LifeSize Multipoint unit RS-232 9-pin D-type serial port pin-out configuration. ERIAL Table 4-1 RS-232 9-pin D-Type Serial Port Pin-out Function Input Output RJ-45 8-P Table 4-2 describes the pin-out configuration of the RJ-45 IP network port. -
Page 43: Rj-45 Serial Port Adapter Cable
RJ-45 to DB-9 adapter cable used to connect a PC terminal to the RJ-45 serial port. This cable is DAPTER provided with the LifeSize Multipoint unit. ABLE Table 4-3 Pin-to-Pin Configuration of the RJ-45 to DB-9 Adapter Cable... - Page 44 ISDN Port LifeSize Multipoint Installation Guide...
- Page 45 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS This section provides technical specifications for the LifeSize Multipoint ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Table 5-1 LifeSize Multipoint Unit Technical Specifications ABLE Unit Dimensions Height: 1U (1.75 inches or 44.45 mm) Width: 17.25 inches (438.15 mm) Depth: 10 inches (254 mm) Weight: 4.45 kg (9.81 lbs)—may vary according...
- Page 46 Technical Specifications Table Table 5-1 LifeSize Multipoint Unit Technical Specifications (continued) Communication Ethernet 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiate speed Interfaces select Asynchronous serial port RS-232 connected via 9-pin D-type connector RJ-45 serial port (for video processing module) SVGA port (for video processing module)
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Page 47: Rj-45 8-Pin Ip Network Port
NDEX Configuration menu 14 Continuous Presence 4 19-inch rack 12 mount unit 12 6-second countdown 14, 16 9-pin serial-port 10 data collaboration 4 DB-9 10, 25 DTMF 5 duplex parameters 17, 23 ACT LED See LED indicators Administrator interface 2, 25 Advanced Configuration menu 18, 19, 23 ALRM LED See LED indicators encryption 5... - Page 48 RJ-45 IP 34 change for unit 22 RJ-45 serial 35 configure for unit 15 RS-232 9-pin serial 34 configure for video processing module 20 power supply 38 IVR 5 privacy 5 protocols 3 push buttons 37 40 LifeSize Multipoint Installation Guide...
- Page 49 formats 4 video quality 2, 4 remote control 5 remote management and monitoring 25 reset button 11 RJ-45 10 web interface 25 RS-232 terminal cable 14 web-based management and control 3 RST 11 RST button 37 security 5 change security level 21 self-view 5 serial connector 10 SNMP...