NEC Visualink 128/384 Quick Installation Guide

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1.2 Identification Equipment Cabinet
The VisuaLink 128/384 equipment cabinet consist of a metal cabinet with two 
Plexiglas doors that open outward.  It contents a shelf on which the VisuaLink 128/
384 control unit will be located.  Also located at the rear of the cabinet is a power 
strip.  The cabinet has two punch-out holes, one located in the lower rear for the 
power feed, and the other is located on the top at the rear for the monitor and 
camera cables.
Figure 1-3:   Rollabout 128/384 Cabinet
19.5 in. (49.6 cm.)
28.25 in. (71.8 cm.)
21 in.
2 in. (5.1 cm.) TOP
FRONTSIDE
Power Switch
Power Cable HoleControl, Video, &  Audio
Cable Hole
(53.3 cm.) 
						

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Tr i n i t r o n® Color Monitor
The Sony Trinitron
® Color Monitor contains the following features:
• Displays On-screen menus for configuring the VisuaLink.
• Picture-in-Picture (PIP) that allows the local site to view their image seen by 
the distant end.
• Built-in speakers for outputting the distant sites audio.
Figure 1-4:   Trinitron® Color Monitor 
						

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Color Video Camera
The Color Video Camera has the following features:
• Effective picture elements of 380,000 (EVI-D30) for enables high-resolu-
tion shooting.
• High speed pan/tilt action controlled by the VisuaLink.
• Captures the video in the local room.
Figure 1-5:   Color Video Camera (Front and Rear View)
Front
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Color Video Camera for Desktop
The Color Video Camera for the desktop has the following features:
Wide-angle and a high resolution CCD imager give you wide views with high 
resolution.
• Compact design and flexible arm enable versatile shooting positions.
• Manual focus allows sharp image from less than 0.5 inch (10mm) to infinity.
• Manual iris allows good image in various lighting conditions
• Rotating camera head allows flexible angle of the picture.
• Flicker reduction switch reduces flicker control.
Figure 1-6:   Desktop Camera 
						

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VisuaLink 128/384 Unit
The VisuaLink 128/384 simplifies video conferencing with virtually no technical 
expertise required.  The superior motion handling allows users to concentrate on 
the meeting content rather than worry about the quality.  With its plug-and-play 
technology, the unit can be operational in a matter of seconds.  Just power ON
 the 
system and experience a video conference as never seen or heard before.  The on-
screen messages and icon driven menus were designed for even the most novice 
users with no training required.
Figure 1-7:   VisuaLink 128/384 Unit with Remote Control
• H320 Plus Standards-Based Operation:  Taking advantage of the latest revi-
sions of H.320, the VisuaLink 128/384 are able to operate with a wide vari-
ety of videoconferencing products and support a much broader scope of 
standards and features.
• H.263 Video Compression:  With H.263, the VisuaLink will have better mo-
tion handling in low bandwidth applications. 
• Supports S-Video Transmission and Reception:  Detailed images, such as 
PC image, can be transported and displayed at the far-site with increased res-
olution and little distortion.
• VisuaLink 128/384 is expendable to 384:  The VisuaLink 128/384 is capable 
of being field upgraded to support 384 kbps.
• Remote Software Upgrades and Updates:  By dialing into the hub center 
with the VisuaLink and accessing the icon menu for downloading, the latest 
software is automatically downloaded to the system.
POWER HEADSET
POWERLINEB1  B2-B6
Front
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• Integrated, All-in-One Package:  The VisuaLink 128/384 includes an echo 
canceller, CODEC and control system, this allows simple installation and 
ease of use.
• Icon Menu Screen:  The On-Screen Icon driven menu will allow even those 
of us that are not technically inclined to control the VisuaLink.
• Far-end Camera Control:  Integration of H.281 allows multi-location and 
point-to-point far-end camera control via the International Standards.
• Multipoint Control:  The integration of H.243 allows for control of the MCU 
from the CODEC via the International Standards. 
1.3 Packaging Rollabout Package
The Rollabout 128/384 is shipped in two (2) separate boxes.  The equipment 
cabinet is enclosed in a styroform box to protect it from damage.  The box is then 
secured with transportation strips.  The monitor is also shipped in a styroform box 
and secured with transportation strips.  The camera and camera power supply is 
enclosed in styroform and then boxed.  The VisuaLink 128/384 unit, remote 
control and cable bundle is bubble-wrapped and then boxed.
Desktop Packing
The desktop system is shipped in a minimum of two (2) boxes.  The VisuaLink 
128/384 unit with remote control in a box.  The video capture card is shipped in a 
styrofoam box.
Optional Equipment
Optional equipment, such as NT1 unit, graphic camera, etc. are shipped in their 
own individual box.
1.4 Unpacking and 
HandlingFollow the procedures shown in Chapter 2: Procedures.  Do not unpack items until 
they are required for use. 
						

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Chapter 2  VisuaLink Stand-Alone System
2.1 Connection of the 
Surrounding 
DevicesThis section gives a description on how to setup a VisuaLink as a stand-alone 
system.  In Figure 2-1, the VisuaLink 128 shows a VoicePoint.  Figure 2-2 shows 
the VisuaLink 384 components.  All the components shown in the drawing are 
optional
.
Figure 2-1:   VisuaLink 128 System Connections
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VIDEO2                                VIDEO1            AUDIO
++TEL                           S/T LINEMI C1                                     MI C2                                     MI C3
AC AC VisuaLink 128 Monitor 1
VoicePoint
AC POWER
STRIP
Microphone
PC Terminal
Camera 1
Video Audio S Video
IN VISCA OUTPowe r ON
OFF
MIC
NT1
Monitor 2
Camera 2
Video Audi o S Vide o
IN VISCA OUTPower ON
OFF
MIC
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Figure 2-2:   VisuaLink 384 System Connections
Note 1:
VoicePoint or microphones are optional equipment for the VisuaLink.  Both cannot be operational at 
the same time.
Note 2:I
f connecting a low-end rollabout system, use the cable kit provided with the low-end cabinet.
Note 3:
All cables included with the system are black in color.  The above cable colors are done to clarify kits.
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VIDEO2                                VID EO1            AUDIO
++TEL                  S/T LIN E 1                  S/T LIN E 2                 S/T LINE 3MIC 1              MIC2              MI C3
AC AC VisuaLink 384 MonitorVoice Point
AC POWER
STRIP
Microphone
PC Terminal
Camera
Video Audio S Video
IN VISCA OUTPower ON
OFF
MIC
AC
NT1
NT1
NT1
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2.2 Connection 
ProcedureProcedure for connecting a stand-alone VisuaLink.  See Appendix A for system 
layout of the VisuaLink 128.  See Appendix B for the system layout for the 
VisuaLink 384.
1.Connecting the Video Out of the VisuaLink to the TV Monitor
Using the attached video cable, that comes with the VL, plug one side into the 
TV Monitor connection marked VIDEO 1 INPUT
.  Plug the other end into 
the connection marked VIDEO OUT 1
 on the VisuaLink.
2.
Connecting audio from the VisuaLink to the TV Monitor. (optional) 
Using the provided audio cable, that comes with the VL, plug one end into the 
AUDIO INPUT 1
 of the TV Monitor.  Plug the other end into the AUDIO 
OUTPUT
 of the VisuaLink.
Note:
  If a VoicePoint is used do not connect the audio output connection.
3.Connecting the Voicepoint to the VisuaLink. (optional)
Using the attached RJ11 cable of the VoicePoint, plug the open end into the 
VisuaLink connection labeled TEL
.
4.Connecting the NT1 device to the VisuaLink. (optional)
Using the provided data cable (RJ45 - RJ45), plug one end into the VisuaLink 
connection labeled ST/LINE
.  The other end of the cable, plugs into the NT1 
device.  Repeat procedures if connecting a VisuaLink 384 and three NT1s.
Note:
If the NT1 device is located more than 300 ft. (91 m.) away.  Set the 
VL128 TERM SWITCH
 located on the back of the unit to the ON
 
position.  Set the VL384 STRIP SETTING
 inside the unit to the ON
 
position.
5.Connecting a microphone to the VisuaLink. 
(optional)
Plug the 3 1/2 mini connector into the VisuaLink connection marked MIC1
.
6.Connecting the Video Camera to the VisuaLink. 
(optional)
Using the provided video cable, plug one end into the connection marked 
VIDEO OUT
 on the D30 camera.  Plug the other end of the video cable into 
the VisuaLink connection labeled VIDEO IN 1
.
7.Connecting the camera control to the VisuaLink. 
(optional)
With a 8 pin minidin to 8 pin minidin, plug one end into the D30 camera 
connection marked VISC IN
.  Plug the other end into the VisuaLink 
connection marked SERIAL 1
.
8.Connecting the camera power. 
(optional)
Plug the Camera AC Power to the AC Power Strip at the bottom of the 
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9.Connecting a PC to the VisuaLink for data sharing. 
(optional)
Using an 8-pin mini din to DB9 cable, plug the 8-pin end into the VisuaLink 
connection marked SERIAL 2/RMT
.  Plug the other end into the PC.
10.Connecting the VisuaLink AC Power.
Using the provided AC transformer power cable, plug the power cable into 
the VisuaLink connection marked DC-IN-5V
.  Plug the other end into the AC 
Power Strip.
An AC adapter has different output voltage and current depending on how it is 
used.  Please use the power adapter that is shipped with your unit.  Also, if 
incorrectly connected, it may damage the equipment.