SONY PCS-TL30 Desktop Videoconferencing
Solution.
PCSTL30 -
17" Desktop Video Conf. System
The Sony PCS-TL30 has now
been replaced by the newer model Sony PCS-TL33
Description
The PCS-TL30 is a personal all-in-one video communication
system, which doubles as a PC display and is easy to operate
with its single layer GUI and supplied mouse.
Highlights
All-in-one design
Easy setup and built-in network interface
Simple menu structure / easy operation with a mouse
User-friendly one-click dialing
Multitasking (simultaneous Videoconferencing/PC)
Data-sharing capabilities
Memory stick /memory stick PRO media support
Still image capturing function
Multiple display modes
Excellent video quality
Superb sound
Secure videoconferencing
QoS (quality of service)
Adaptive rate control (ARC)
Real-time auto repeat request (ARQ)
Transportable
Participation in multi-point videoconferencing
Features
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All-In-One Design
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The PCS-TL30 is an
all-in-one videoconferencing system that combines a
built-in camera, widescreen 17.1-inch*1 WXGA LCD,
speakers and a microphone in one compact and sleek body.
What's more, it even doubles as a PC display. And the
unit has a privacy cover that can be closed at times
when you prefer not to be seen when a call comes
through. The unit also has a height adjustment and
swivel mechanism so that it can be adjusted for optimal
viewing. And because the unit meets VESA standards for
mounting on a bracket, it can be installed in a way that
maximizes desktop workspace. *1 Viewable area measured
diagonally.
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Easy Setup and Built-In
Network Interface
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With a built-in Ethernet
interface, the PCS-TL30 can be configured by simply
plugging it into a LAN and making a few quick settings
on its intuitive setup menu. The PCS-TL30 supports
data-transfer rates of up to 2 Mb/s over IP networks
(H.323), making high-quality videoconferencing possible.
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Simple Menu Structure /
Easy Operation With a Mouse
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The PCS-TL30 was
thoughtfully designed with an intuitive GUI, utilizing
translucent cascading menus and displaying all
menu-items on one layer. The PCS-TL30 can be controlled
by the supplied mouse, which can be connected to the
PCS-TL30 directly. The mouse can also be used to control
a PC by connecting a separate cable between the PCS-TL30
and the PC. For ease of use, text messages are displayed
at the bottom of the screen as a guide. And the
intuitive icons make it quick and easy to change display
layouts, capture images, and place calls.
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User-Friendly One-Click
Dialing
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A unique feature of the
PCS-TL30 is one-click dialing, which allows you to
easily connect to any of your listed contacts with a
click on the screen. By preprogramming your contact
information, picture icons and contact names will appear
at the left side of the main menu. Up to 30 contacts for
one-touch dialing can be flagged from a maximum of 300
registered contacts.
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Multitasking (Simultaneous
Videoconferencing/PC)
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With the PCS-TL30, you can
continue to work on your PC even while you are on a
videoconference call. This unique feature is ideal for
businesspeople who want to increase their productivity.
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Data-Sharing Capabilities
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When using the optional
PCSA-DSM1 Data Solution Module, which is neatly
integrated into the rear of the unit, the PCS-TL30 is
capable of sending or receiving*2 any image that can be
displayed on a PC (presentation data) in native XGA
resolution during a videoconference. And because the
PCSA-DSM1 is equipped with an RGB out connector,
presentation data from the PCS-TL30 can be enlarged by
connecting the unit to equipment such as a projector or
a large display. *2 Sending presentation data requires
the optional PCSA-DSM1 Data Solution Module (DSM).
Although the PCS-TL30 can receive presentation data
without the DSM, it can receive this data at a higher
refresh rate when the DSM installed.
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Memory Stick /Memory Stick
PRO Media Support
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If multiple users choose to
use a single PCS-TL30, each user can store their
personal contact information on Memory Stick media
cards. After inserting the Memory Stick media into the
PCS-TL30, the unit automatically recognizes and
activates the private phonebook,*3 thereby eliminating
the need to re-enter contact information to place a
call. In addition to the
private phonebook function, the PCS-TL30 supports Memory
Stick media for storing still image data received from
your videoconferencing counterpart, capturing
videoconference images, and for installing optional
software. *3 Scheduled availability for these functions
is November 2005.
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Still Image Capturing
Function*3
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The image from your
videoconferencing counterpart can be captured and stored
in the PCS-TL30 memory or on Memory Stick media. This
image can then be easily registered in your address book
as a picture icon for one-click dialing. *3 Scheduled
availability for these functions is November 2005.
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Multiple Display Modes
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The PCS-TL30 has multiple
display modes such as Full Screen, Picture-in-Picture,
or Picture-and-Picture (including a side by side split
screen). What's more, a unique 3-window layout mode is
available, which displays presentation data on the left
side of the screen while displaying videoconferencing
images in two small windows on the right side of the
screen. Any of these flexible display modes can be
selected so that both videoconferencing images and
presentation data can be displayed in a manner that is
effective and pleasing to the eye.
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Excellent Video Quality
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The PCS-TL30 complies with
the ITU-T H.264 video codec in addition to previous
versions of ITU-T videoconferencing codecs to maintain
compatibility with legacy systems. ITU-T H.264 is the
latest video standard that offers high-picture quality
at a much lower bit rate than the H.263 standard.
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Superb Sound
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Clear and natural-sounding
audio is produced with the PCS-TL30 as it supports
MPEG-4 AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) at 14 kHz. Boasting
dual-integrated speakers and a built-in echo canceling
microphone, audio quality is much higher than
conventional speakerphone systems. Also, a microphone
jack and a headphone jack are available for external
microphone or headset use.
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Secure Videoconferencing
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Secure videoconferencing
over a network is possible because the PCS-TL30 supports
128-bit encryption. The PCS-TL30 offers two encryption
modes, one that complies with the ITU-T H.235 standard,
which allows encrypted communication with other H.235
compliant systems, and another that is Sony proprietary,
which is ideal when connecting to other PCS Series
systems and offers higher security. When either of these
encryption modes is active, video, audio, and graphics
are encrypted for the duration of the videoconference.
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QoS (Quality of Service)
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When holding a
videoconference over a network, a common concern is how
to maintain video and audio quality when the performance
of the network is changing. The PCS-TL30 provides two
advanced functions to enhance QoS over a network:
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Adaptive Rate Control (ARC)
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The adaptive rate control
function automatically varies the video bit transfer
rate to meet changing network conditions. It also
selects the most appropriate frame rates, which helps
prevent audio and video breakup.
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Real-Time Auto Repeat
Request (ARQ)
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The real-time ARQ function
recovers lost IP packets. This is performed by buffering
the packets at the encoder and resending any that are
lost. This feature helps maintain the audio and video
quality, and helps prevent picture collapse even under
high network traffic conditions.
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Transportable
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The all-in-one PCS-TL30 is
equipped with a handle and has a relatively light weight
of 8 kg (17 lb 10 oz), making it portable and easy to
transport.
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Participation in
Multi-Point Videoconferencing
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The PCS-TL30, as a
dependent unit, can be used to participate in
multi-point videoconferences. When the PCS-TL30 is in a
multi-point videoconference environment with an MCU
(Multipoint Control Unit) software equipped host system,
such as the PCS-TL50 or PCS-G50, the PCS-TL30 can
receive multi-screen video images and audio directly
from that host system. And also by using the Broadcast
Mode on the unit, you can override the multi-screen
video image and send your image to all of the
videoconference participants as required.
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Specifications
--Video--
Standards: H.261, H.263, H.263+,
H.263++, H.264, MPEG-4 SP@L3
Resolution: QCIF (176 x 144),
CIF (352 x 288)
Frame rate: 15/30 frames/s
Bit rate: Up to 2 Mb/s (2048
kb/s) in H.323 (Incl. audio)
--Audio--
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.728: 3.4 kHz at 16 kb/s
G.729: 3.4 kHz at 8 kb/s
MPEG4 AAC (mono) 14 kHz at 64/96 kb/s
--Integrated Display--
LCD 17.1 inch Widescreen TFT
Resolution 1280 x 768 (WXGA)
Response 13 ms or less
Contrast ratio 600:1
Horizontal viewing angle 176
Colors 16.7 million
--Graphics--
XGA 1024 pixels x 768 lines (H.263), with PCSA-DSM1
4CIF 704 pixels x 576 lines (H.261 Annex D, H.263)
--Screen Layout--
Full screen 17.1 inch Full-screen (1280 x 768) display
Picture-in-Picture Sub screen size (256 x 192), One of
four corners
Picture-and-Picture (1) Main screen size (1024 x 768)
Sub screen size (256 x 192), Located at upper
right-corner of display
Picture-and-Picture (2)
Main/Sub screen size (640 x 480), Side-by-Side Split
Screen
--ITU-T Standards (excludes audio/video standards)--
ITU-T Standards H.323, H.225, H.281 FECC, H.245, H.239, H.235
--Network Protocols--
TELNET (Server), HTTP (Server), FTP (Server), SNMP (Agent)
DNS (Client), DHCP (Client), RTP/RTCP, TCP/UDP
--Control Port-- Control Port LAN (Ethernet), RS-232C
--Lip Synchronization-- Lip
Synchronization Manual On/Off
--Security-- Security H.235
Sony Proprietary AES Encryption, Password Protection
--Network Features--
QoS (Quality of Service)
ARC (Adaptive Rate Control), Real-time ARQ
(Auto Repeat reQuest)
IP Precedence, DiffServ
NAT Network Address Translation
UPnP Universal Plug and Play
--Integrated Camera--
Image device 1/3.2 inch CMOS
Number of effective pixels Approx. 1.3 million pixels
Picture Format 4CIF
Focal length 2.3 mm (F2.8)
Focus Pan Focus
Zoom ratio x 3 (Digital)
Horizontal viewing angle 88
Pan angle -29 to +29 (Digital)
Tilt angle -24 to +24 (Digital)
Presets Up to 6 points
Others Backlight compensation, Auto white balance
--Integrated Microphone-- Frequency response 14 kHz,
Narrow-angle directional microphone
--Integrated Speakers-- Output 3 W x 2
--Interface--
Video RGB input, mini D-Sub 15-pin x 1
Audio External microphone input (mini-jack, plug in
power) x 1
External headphone output (stereo mini-jack) x 1
Network 10Base-T/100Base-TX x 1
Memory Stick I/F Memory Stick Slot x 1
PCSA-DSM1 Interface Dedicated connector x 1
RS-232C D-sub 9-pin x 1
--General--
Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C
Operating humidity 20% to 80%
Storage temperature -20 C to +60 C
Power Requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption DC 19.5 V, 6.15 A
Dimensions (W x H x D) 424 x 376 x 95.5 mm
(16 3 /4 x 14 7 /8 x 3 7 /8 inches), excl. stand
424 x 419 x 258 mm
(16 3 /4 x 16 1 /2 x 10 1 /4 inches), incl. Stand
Mass Approx. 8 kg (17 lb 10 oz)
Optional Accessories
and Service Contracts:
| Model Name |
Description |
| PCS-A1
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Conference
Microphone |
| PCS-AA3
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Directional
Tabletop Microphone |
| PCSA-DSM1
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Data
Solution Module For Tl30 & TL33 |
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The Sony PCS-TL30 has now been replaced by the newer model Sony
PCS-TL33
Manufacturer Web Site
04/28/2008
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