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The Decoder Nodes and Controller Node are not audible when in the rack.
The temperature when stress testing inside the rear of the rack (where most heat is generated) does
not exceed 102° F.
If you purchase your own equipment rack for use in the conference room, ensure that it meets these
specifications.
ROOM DESIGN RECOMMENDATIONS
When designing the room in which you are going to install VidyoPanorama, you should take a number of
factors into consideration such as the placement of the windows, the noise level in the room, the lighting,
and so on. This section describes these factors and provides recommendations to help you design an
effective conferencing room.
Windows
Because windows create audio reverberation, less than 20% of the room should have windows or other
vertical glass walls. Also, natural light coming from windows varies considerably, which can affect the
quality of the video. Therefore, if your room does have windows, you should install acoustical window
treatments or blackout curtains.
Flooring, Walls, and Ceilings
A room where the floor is carpeted, the walls are composed of drywall, and the ceiling is suspended
typically provides the best acoustics. Of course, you can select a room with different surfaces (such as tile
floors or concrete walls), but these are often more reverberant, and therefore, may affect the sound quality.
To simply and cost effectively improve the acoustics, add carpeting or rugs if your floor is not carpeted. You
may also want to consider adding acoustical sound panels to the walls.
Noise and Temperature
When selecting the room in which to install VidyoPanorama, keep these noise and temperature
considerations in mind:
The VidyoPanorama room and the server room (if you are using one) must be equipped with
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Remember, however, that HVAC
equipment can raise the noise level in the room.
You should consider which rooms are nearby and try to select a room that is not adjacent to
frequently noisy areas, such as cafeterias or reception areas.
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