PCS1
Videoconference system, complete with camera, codec, microphone and H.323 IP connectivity at 2 Mbps
$5,494.00 U.S. List Price
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The PCS-1 videoconferencing system provides the latest in conferencing technology and user features that are easy to use while conforming to all industry standard. The system reaches speeds up to 2 Mbps over IP networks and up to 768 Kbps over the ISDN network. The PCS-1 offers a high performance internal MCU option connecting up to six sites for a videoconference using any combination of ISDN or IP connections with the optional multipoint software option. It also has such new features as enhanced data collaboration capabilities and built-in electronic whiteboard interface. The PCS-1 provides built-in Sony QoS technology to help ensure and enhance video quality over unmanaged networks. Superb audio is featured through AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) at 14 kHz, compliant with the MPEG-4 standard. These and other features incorporate the most advanced IT and Sony's world-wide proven AV technologies into a compact and stylish two-piece body. Videoconferencing
Highlights:
- Support Up To 2 Mbps IP Or 768 Kbps ISDN
- Built-in Sony-Developed QoS Technology
- Up To Six Site H.320 And H.323 MCUs
- MCU Cascading Up To 10 Sites
- Second Camera Support
- Far-end Camera Control With Multi-point
- Improved Picture MPEG-4 and H.264
- Flexible Installation Options
- Audio 14kHz Quality (MPEG4 AAC)
- IP Encryption H.235 Standard (AES)
- Improved Data Collaboration
- H.239 Data Solutions Box (PCS-DSB1)
- Digital Whiteboard Support (Mimio Xi)
- T-120 Net Meeting
- Direct Output To Data Or NTSC Displays
- File Sharing
- Memory Stick™
- 2x Video Inputs
- QoS – ARC and ARQ
- Private Phonebook
- Auto Call
- Support Dual Monitor
- UPnP
- UPnP
| Features: | Benefits: |
|---|---|
| Superb Video Quality | The industry's first product to support MPEG-4 video as a standard feature provides TV-like quality which improves meetings |
| Superb Audio Quality | With advanced audio coding at 14kHz, the PCS-1 brings audio to another level of clear sound to the videoconference creating a more conversational tone. |
| Enhanced Internal MCU | Offering a high performance internal MCU option, the PCS-1 can connect up to six sites using any combination of IP or ISDN. This allows organizations to conduct large meetings without incurring travel expenses. |
| Mixed MCU Function | The PCS-1 with H.320/H.323 bridging function enables multipoint conferences which are connected through ISDN as well as IP networks. |
| Flexible Installation | The PCS-1's unique two-piece design affords users the ability to accommodate almost any installation requirement of a meeting room layout. |
| Data Sharing Memory Stick Medium Digital Whiteboard PC Desktop Sharing (H.239) T.120 NetMeeting Document Stand File Sharing Video Inputs | The PCS-1 offers seven different ways to share data among videoconference meeting participants making meetings more productive |
| Enhanced QoS Auto Repeat Request (ARQ) Adaptive Rate Control (ARC) | With two adbvanced technologies to improve and maintain picture and sound quality, The PCS-1 offers meeting participants an unsurpassed videoconference meeting experience. ARQ- avoid picture collapse by recovering and resending lost packets. ARC- automatically adjusts picture quality to changing network conditions. |
| Memory Stick Support | From data sharing to providing the information for the auto dialing feature, the Memory Stick makes videoconference meetings even easier. |
| Encryption (H.235) | Using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) in the PCS-1 offers a blanket of security for voideoconference meetings. |
| Far-end Camera Control | Control the camera at the other end of the conference for better control and understanding. |
| Direct Output To Data or NTSC Displays | Increases flexibility |
Graphics
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Resolution | XGA 1024 x 768 with PCSA-DSB1S 4CIF 704 x 576 ( H.261 and H.263) |
Network Features
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| QoS (Quality of Service) | Adaptive Rate Control Auto Repeat reQuest IP Precedence DiffServ |
| NAT | Yes |
| UPnP | Yes |
Camera
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| S/N Ratio | 50 dB |
| Pan Angle/Speed | -100 degree to +100 ( Max 300 degree/s ) |
| Tilt Angle/Speed | -25 degree to +25 ( Max 125 degree/s ) |
| Zoom Ratio | x10 ( Optical Zoom ) x40 ( Digital Zoom ) |
| Others | Back light Compensation Auto White Balance |
| Image Device | 1/4 type CCD |
| Preset Positions | Up to 6 positions |
| Focal Length | F1.8 to 2.9 ( 3.1 to 31mm) |
| Type | Detachable Integrated Camera included |
| Focus | Auto/Manual |
| IRIS | Auto |
Communication
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| ITU-T Standards (Excludes audio/video standards) | H.320 H.323 H.221 Bonding H.281 FECC H.225.0 H.239 H.242 H.243 H.245 H.460 T.120 |
| Network Protocols | Telnet ( Server ) HTTP ( Server ) FTP ( Server ) SNMP ( Agent ) DNS ( Client ) DHCP ( Client ) RTP/RTCP TCP/UDP ARP SIP |
| Control Port | RS-232C VISCA ( Mini-DIN 8-pin) for second camera |
| Security | H.235 Standard AES Password Protected Sony encryption |
| Lip Synchonization | On/Off |
Audio
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth and Coding | G.711 3.4 kHz at 56/64 kb/s G.722 7.0 kHz at 48/56/64 kb/s G.722.1 7.0 kHz at 24/32 Kb/s G.723.1 3.4 kHz at 5.3/6.3 kb/s G. 728 3.4 kHz at 16 kb/s G.729 3.4 kHz at 8 kb/s MPEG-4 AAC (mono) 14 kHz at 64/96 Kb/s |
| Echo Cancellation | Mono |
Interface
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Video Input | S-Video x 1 Composite x 1 |
| Video Output | S-Video x 2 Composite x 1 RGB x 1 |
| Audio Input | Line input x 1 Aux input x 1 External MIC input ( plug in power ) x 2 Internal Microphone x 1 |
| Audio Output | Line output x 1 REC (mixed) output x 1 |
| Remote Control | RS-232C x 1 |
| Network | 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX |
| Memory Stick I/F | Memory Stick Slot x 1 |
| Data Sharing | Yes (H.239) |
| Visca | Mini-DIN 8 pin x 1 for second camera |
| Operating Temperature | 41 to 95 F ( 5 to 35 C ) |
| Operating Humidity | 30 to 70% |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 131 F ( -20 to +55 C ) |
| Storage Humidity | 25% to 75% |
| Power Requirements | AC 120V, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | DC 19.5 V , 3.5A |
| Main Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 6 3/4 inches ( 258 x 54 x 171 mm) |
| Remote Commander Unit Dimensions (W x H x D) | 2 x 31/32 x 7 1/8 inches ( 50 x 24 x 197 mm ) |
| Main Unit Weight | 2 lbs 14 oz ( 1.3 kg ) |
| Remote Commander Unit Weight | 5 oz ( 140 g ), incl. batteries |
Video
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Standards | H.261 H.263 H.263+ H.263++ H.264 Interlaced SIF MPEG4 SP@L3 |
| Resolution | QCIF (176 x 144) CIF (352 x 288) |
| Frame Rate | Max 30 fps |
| Bit Rate | Up to 2Mb/s Up to 768Kb/s ISDN |
Multipoint Capability
| Specifications: | Detail: |
|---|---|
| Internal MCU | Up to 6 sites |
Supplied Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camera unit x 1 | |||
| Remote Commander unit x 1 | |||
| Camera Cable ( 0.25 m ) x 1 | |||
| AC Adaptor x 1 | |||
| IR Repeater x 2 | |||
| Manganese Battery for Remote Commander unit x 2 | |||
| Velcro for Communication Terminal x 2 | |||
| Double-faced Tape for Camra unit x 3 | |||
| Audio Cable ( 1.0 m ) x 1 | |||
| S-Video Cable ( 1.5 m ) x 1 | |||
| Operation Manual x 1 | |||
| Warranty Card x 1 |
Optional Accessories
| Model: | Description: | U.S. List Price: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCSAB384S | Isdn Bri 384kbps Interface Box (Black) | $1,295.00 | Get details |
| PCS1P/10 | 10 Meter Camera Cable For PCS-1 and PCS-11 | $60.00 | Get details |
| PCSA1 | Conference Microphone | $500.00 | Get details |
| PCSADSB1S | Data Solution Box (Silver) | $1,995.00 | Get details |
| PCS320M1 | H .320 Multipoint Software for PCS-1 & PCS-TL50 | $1,750.00 | Get details |
| PCS323M1 | H .323 Multipoint Software for PCS-1 & PCS-TL50 | $1,750.00 | Get details |
| EVID70/W | P/T/Z Color Video Camera - White Version | $1,220.00 | Get details |
| EVID100 | PAN/TILT/ZOOM COLOR VIDEO CAMERA | $1,200.00 | Get details |
| PCS1P/3 | 3 Meter Camera Cable For PCS-1 and PCS-11 | $20.00 | Get details |
| BRC300 | 3 CCD Mega Pixel P/T/Z Robotic Color Video Camera | $4,699.00 | Get details |
| PCSAA3 | Directional Tabletop Microphone | $425.00 | Get details |
| PCSAB768S | Isdn Bri 768kbps Interface Box (Black) | $1,585.00 | Get details |
| EVID70 | Pan/Tilt/Zoom Color NTSC Video Camera | $1,220.00 | Get details |
White Paper
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCS 1-11 White Paper | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 801K | Download now |
| PCS 1-11 Quick Reference | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 744K | Download now |
| pcs-1 Spec Sheet | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 1,247K | Download now |
| PCS-1 FAQs | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 553K | Download now |
| pcs1 v20_command_list.xls | 12/01/2003 | xls / 108K | Download now |
Product Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| pcs-1.pdf | 01/01/2004 | pdf / 275K | Download now |
| pcs1.pdf | 07/10/2003 | pdf / 246K | Download now |
Family Brochure
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCS Family Brochure | PCS Family Brochure / | Download now |
Product Manual
| Description: | Release Date: | Type/Size: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCS-1 Connection Sheet v3 | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 156K | Download now |
| PCS-1 Quick Guide v3 | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 207K | Download now |
| PCS-1, PCS-1S Operation Guide | 01/26/2005 | 0.pdf / 2,784K | Download now |
| PCS-1 Key Features | 01/26/2005 | pdf / 1,544K | Download now |
| PCS-1 Web Manual v3.0 | 01/26/2005 | 0.pdf / 572K | Download now |
| pcs1webcontrolguide.pdf | 12/01/2003 | pdf / 744K | Download now |
| pcs-1systemintegrationmanual.pdf | 12/01/2003 | pdf / 697K | Download now |
| pcs1operatinginstructions110.pdf | 12/01/2003 | pdf / 2,958K | Download now |
| pcs1operatinginstructions200.pdf | 12/01/2003 | pdf / 3,177K | Download now |
| pcs1operatingguide110.pdf | 12/01/2003 | pdf / 4,123K | Download now |