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The PCS-XG80 adopts the H.264 video codec to bring you smooth and natural high-definition (HD) images at a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. Stunning HD video enhances your videoconferencing with life-like images. What’s more, the unit can be operated at 720p, 60 frames per second, to produce natural video for effective communication.

The PCS-XG80 has a dedicated HD camera (PCSA-CXG80) that adopts the Sony BrightFace technology. This technology optimises the brightness of each pixel to highlight shadows, while subduing areas of the image that are too bright, allowing operation in less-than ideal lighting conditions. BrightFace technology can provide clear images even in dimly lit rooms, for example when using a projector, or in rooms with poor backlighting conditions.

The PCS-XG80 produces clear and natural stereo sound, using the MPEG-4 AAC compression format. And because the unit has a built-in stereo echo canceller, which helps to eliminate the annoying echo often heard with other systems, communication sounds far more natural.

Using optional MCU software, the PCS-XG80 can be configured to communicate with up to five remote videoconferencing sites (six sites total) simultaneously, using either an IP (H.323 or SIP protocol) or ISDN (H.320 protocol) connection. It can also support videoconferences in which the connections are a combination of IP and ISDN by using a bridging function. Moreover, two PCS-XG80 units – each installed with the optional MCU software – can be cascaded with an IP connection to support a maximum of ten sites.

With support for the ITU-T H.239 standard, the PCS-XG80 can send both video and presentation data displayed on your PC to videoconferencing counterparts for more effective communication. Presentation data can be transferred at frame rates as high as 30fps, providing natural and smooth presentations even when using animation effects or showing videos from your PC. This presentation data can be shown from either a projector or a sub display using the RGB output.

The PCS-XG80 supports both four-screen and six-screen continuous-presence modes in 720p HD format, which provides clear images even on the smaller sub screens. When using voice activated switching in continuous-presence mode, the far-end site that is actively speaking is displayed on the largest of the six sub screens. In addition, voice activated switching is available.

To handle the transmission of large amounts of HD video data while maintaining high-quality and stable communication over an IP network, the PCS-XG80 incorporates advanced QoS functions These functions work by adapting to any changes in the network condition and correcting any packet loss. Secure videoconferencing over a network is possible because the PCS-XG80 supports 128-bit AES encryption. The system’s encryption complies with the ITU-T H.233/H.234/H.235 standards, which allows encrypted communication with other compliant systems.

The PCS-XG80 has multiple display layouts such as Full Screen, Picture-in-Picture, Picture-and-Picture, and a Side by-Side split screen. Any of these flexible display patterns 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.

The PCS-XG80 was thoughtfully designed with an intuitive GUI, utilising translucent cascading menus. The simple layer structure and easy functionality allow you to operate the videoconferencing system, including the camera, much easier than ever before. The PCS-XG80 is also backward compatible with legacy SD systems, so you can seamlessly integrate the system to your existing standard-definition videoconferencing environment.

The PCS-XG80 fits neatly into boardrooms, medium- and small sized meeting rooms, and even classrooms. And because the compact and powerful HD videoconferencing system is incredibly light in weight at approximately 4 lb 14 oz (2.2kg), system integrators will find it easy to install.