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Polycom RMX 1500 Hardware Manual

Polycom RMX 1500 Hardware Manual

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Polycom
RMX
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Hardware Guide

Version
7.2.2 |
September 2011
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DOC2618C

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  • Page 1: Hardware Guide

    ® ® Polycom 1500 Hardware Guide Version 7.2.2 | September 2011 DOC2618C...
  • Page 2 Under the law, reproducing includes translating into another language or format. As between the parties, Polycom, Inc., retains title to and ownership of all proprietary rights with respect to the software contained within its products. The software is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provision.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking the RMX 1500 ............1-8 Mounting the RMX 1500 in a Rack ........1-9 Connecting the RMX 1500 to a Power Source ......1-10 Connecting the RMX 1500 to AC Power ......1-11 Connecting Cables to the RMX 1500 .......... 1-12 First-time Power-up ..............
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Power Supply LEDs ............. 1-24 Component Installation & Replacement ....2-1 Installing a New RTM ISDN 1500 Card ..........2-1 Replacing the RTM ISDN 1500 ............. 2-3 Pin Assignment .

  • Page 5: Hardware Description

    Hardware Description This Hardware Guide provides information on the RMX 1500 and its components. This system utilizes a modular platform, whose components are designed for high performance, capacity and reliance. Main Features The Polycom RMX 1500 offers the following features: •...

  • Page 6: Rmx 1500 Specifications

    Chapter 1-Hardware Description RMX 1500 Specifications Table 1-1 Polycom RMX 1500 Specifications Physical Height 1U (4.44 cm.) Width 19” (48.26 cm.)3 Depth 23.6” (60 cm.) Weight Up to 12 Kg. Media Protocols Audio G.711, G. 719, G.722, G.722.1, G. 728, G.729A, G.723.1, Siren14, Siren 22.

  • Page 7: Rmx 1500 System Capacities

    Polycom RMX 1500 Hardware Guide RMX 1500 System Capacities Conferencing Capacities The following table summarizes the different system capacities. Table 1-2 System Functions and Capacities RMX 1500 Series System Functions MPMx - Q MPMx -S MPMx -D Maximum number of Video participants...
  • Page 8 Chapter 1-Hardware Description Table 1-2 System Functions and Capacities RMX 1500 Series System Functions MPMx - Q MPMx -S MPMx -D Maximum number of Log Files (1Mb 4000 4000 4000 max.) Maximum number of CDR Files 2000 2000 4000 Maximum number of Fault Files...

  • Page 9: Resource Capacities

    Polycom RMX 1500 Hardware Guide Resource Capacities Table 1-3 System Resource Capacities per Resolution in CP Mode Resource Type/ MPMx - Q MPMx -S MPMx - D Video Resolution CIF H.263 CIF 30 H.264 CIF 60 H.264 SD 30/ 4CIF H.264 4CIF H.263...

  • Page 10: Site Requirements

    • Decide on a suitable location for the equipment rack that will hold the RMX 1500 unit. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. You will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet.

  • Page 11: Installation Precautions

    RMX 1500 from power surges and voltage spikes, to keep your MCU operating in case of a power failure. • Place the RMX 1500 on a hard, flat surface such as a desktop or mount it on 19” rack. •...

  • Page 12: Installing The Rmx 1500

    Chapter 1-Hardware Description Installing the RMX 1500 The following procedures have to be performed to install the RMX 1500 in your site: • Unpacking the RMX 1500 • Installing the RMX in a rack or as a standalone • Connecting the RMX 1500 to the power source •...

  • Page 13: Mounting The Rmx 1500 In A Rack

    There are two methods for installing the RMX in a 19” or 23” rack: • Using the chassis runners on the RMX 1500 — Install the chassis runners provided by Polycom in the rack using the screws supplied by the rack manufacturer; two screws per chassis runner.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Rmx 1500 To A Power Source

    — Fasten the RMX to the rack with screws through the four holes in the RMX’s front mounting brackets. Connecting the RMX 1500 to a Power Source The following restrictions apply to the conductors and connectors that may be used to ground the unit when rack mounted: •...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Rmx 1500 To Ac Power

    Do not connect the green or green-yellow wire to the system single-point ground screw. • Only the AC Power cable supplied by Polycom should be used. • The size of the protective earthing conductor should be a minimum of 10AWG.

  • Page 16: Connecting Cables To The Rmx 1500

    MNGB: general management  Shelf: shelf management Figure 1-1 RMX 1500 Rear Panel View with AC Power and Communication Cables The LAN 1*, LAN3, LAN4 and Modem ports are not be used and the plastic caps covering those ports should not be removed. ...

  • Page 17: First-Time Power-Up

    Management and IP Network Services), and if there are no System Errors, the green READY LED (on the RMX’s front panel) turns ON. Remove the USB key. For more information see, the RMX 1500/2000/ 4000 Getting Started Guide, "Hardware Description", "Procedure 4: Modifying the Default IP Service and ISDN/PSTN Network Service Settings”...

  • Page 18: Rmx 1500 Components

    The front panel enables access to the RMX 1500 using a USB key, keyboard, mouse and VGA connection. Opening the RMX 1500 Front Panel The RMX 1500 has a front panel which can be opened by pressing on the location shown in the following illustration: 1-14...

  • Page 19: Front Panel Components

    Front LEDs VGA Slot Mouse slot Figure 1-2 RMX 1500 Front Panel Table 1-6 Polycom RMX 1500 Front Panel Description SLOT/Button/ Description USB Slot USB key connection, used for First time configuration. VGA Slot Monitor connection. Keyboard Slot Keyboard connection.

  • Page 20: Rmx 1500 Rear Panel

    Chapter 1-Hardware Description RMX 1500 Rear Panel The RMX 1500 rear panel contains the RTM IP 1500 and optionally, the RTM ISDN 1500. In addition, the rear panel houses the power supply with fan & AC inlet, and Serial port.
  • Page 21 Figure 1-3 RMX 1500 RTM IP Rear Panel Layout The following items appear on the RMX 1500 rear panel: Table 1-7 RMX 1500 Rear Panel - RTM IP 1500 Component Description Item...

  • Page 22: Rtm Isdn 1500

    The RTM ISDN card is installed on the rear panel of the RMX interfaces between the RMX unit and the ISDN/PSTN switch. With the RMX 1500, you can either have a dedicated E1 or T1 Type Network Service. It is not possible to have a mixed E1 and T1 ISDN Network Service.

  • Page 23: Isdn/Pstn Clock Source

    Polycom RMX 1500 Hardware Guide 4 E1/T1 connections Figure 1-4 RMX 1500 RTM ISDN Rear Panel Layout The RTM ISDN card supports up to 120 audio participants, regardless of whether the spans are E1 or T1. ISDN/PSTN Clock Source Each RTM ISDN 1500 has its own primary and secondary clock source.

  • Page 24: Rmx 1500 Power Supply

    Chapter 1-Hardware Description RMX 1500 Power Supply Subject to availability on the RMX 1500 there are two types of power supplies (Power-One & Astec), both are identical in their functionality. Power Supply LEDs On the RMX 1500 there are three LEDs that indicate the power status.

  • Page 25: Rmx 1500 Leds

    RTM IP card. RMX 1500 Front Panel LEDs The following items appear on the RMX 1500 front panel: Table 1-9 RMX 1500 Front Panel LED’s Component...

  • Page 26: Rmx 1500 Rear Panel Leds

    Chapter 1-Hardware Description RMX 1500 Rear Panel LEDs RTM IP 1500 LEDs The following LEDs appear on the RTM IP 1500: Table 1-10 RTM IP 1500 LEDs Component LED Color Indication Name LAN LEDs (1-2); 1 Gb Amber ON when 1Gb connection is...
  • Page 27 Polycom RMX 1500 Hardware Guide Table 1-10 RTM IP 1500 LEDs (Continued) Component LED Color Indication Name Modem 1 Gb Amber ON with a 1Gb online connection, flickers with Packet activity. Green ON with an active network connection, flickers with Packet activity.

  • Page 28: Rtm Isdn 1500 Leds

    Chapter 1-Hardware Description RTM ISDN 1500 LEDs The following LEDs appear on the RTM ISDN: Table 1-11 RTM ISDN 1500 LEDs Function Name LED Color Indication PRI (1-4) LEDs Span x not in use. Green Span x is OK. Span x red alarm (LOS - Loss of Signal) Power Supply LEDs The following items appear on the rear panel power supply: Table 1-12...

  • Page 29: Component Installation & Replacement

    Component Installation & Replacement On the RMX 1500 you can install or replace the RTM ISDN 1500 card. Only the RTM ISDN is replaceable. The RTM-IP 1500 and Power Supply are not field replaceable. Before installing or replacing the RTM ISDN: •...
  • Page 30 Insert the card into the slot and tighten the captive screws on each side of the rear panel of the card, securing the RTM ISDN card to RMX. Connect the PRI cables. 4 E1/T1 connections Turn ON the RMX 1500. Login on to the RMX Web Client.

  • Page 31: Replacing The Rtm Isdn 1500

    Network Services” on page 14-49. Replacing the RTM ISDN 1500 To replace the RTM ISDN: Ensure that the power switch on the RMX 1500 is turned OFF (O). Remove the PRI cables. Loosen the captive screws that fasten the card to the MCU.
  • Page 32 Tighten the captive screws on each side of the rear panel of the card, securing the RTM ISDN card to RMX. Connect the PRI cables. Turn ON the RMX 1500.

  • Page 33: Pin Assignment

    Appendix A Pin Assignment PRI Port Assignment Pin 8 Pin 1 Table A-1: PRI Port Assignment Signal Name Receive Ring Receive Tip No connection Transmit Ring Transmit Tip No connection No connection No connection...
  • Page 34 Appendix A-Pin Assignment...

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