Video Information:


Video Conferencing Equipment

Web Camera, Microphone and Hardware Recommendations

Compatibility and Free Trial 

The following equipment is compatible with our web and video conferencing software and online services.

We invite you to a free trial or a live demo. For the best desktop video conferencing experience, we recommend the equipment below.



 
PC and Laptop Users

Web Camera:

*This item is Vista compatible but it requires updated drivers from the logitech's
  website. Please proceed to the link below to retrieve the Vista compatible drivers:

Logitech

Note: All the webcams listed below can be used with either a PC or laptop. However, many PCs and laptops offer a variety of LCD monitor screen size so please select a model that best suites the computer your are using (PC or laptop).
 

  Logitech QuickCam® Pro 9000
 
*Ideal for PCs with any size monitor and
    laptops with 17" or larger screens

  Logitech QuickCam® Pro 5000
 
*Ideal for PCs with any size monitor and
    laptops with 17" or larger screens

  Logitech QuickCam® Vision Pro
 
*Ideal for PCs with large LCD monitors

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Headsets:

*The USB headset is Vista compatible. No updated drivers are required

  Plantronics Audio .610 single-ear USB

  Plantronics Audio .470 USB

  Plantronics DA-40 USB to headset adapter

  Revolabs Desktop Solo - USB
  *Suited for a presenter who need to be mobile when
    present to users in a web conference session




*For microphone in larger rooms / conference rooms
please click here to review your options.

 

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Table top speaker/microphone with built-in echo canceller:

*The USB mics are Vista compatible. No updated drivers are required
 

  Chat 50 USB Personal Conference Phone
  *Ideal for laptop users who want superior voice conference
    compared to the built-in microphones on laptops

Please remember to update your driver/firmware for this product.  You can find those updates here.


  Phoenix Audio Duet PCS
  *Ideal for customer who only need one table top
    microphone connect to the PC or laptop


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Microphone:

*The USB mics are Vista compatible. No updated drivers are required
 

  Chat 50 USB Personal Conference Phone
*Personal table top micrphones. For use with laptops and
  desktop computers. (8 ft maximum effective range)

Please remember to update your driver/firmware for this product.  You can find those updates here.


  Phoenix Audio Duet PCS
*PCS is recommended for smaller conference
  rooms as well as desktop and laptop users


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Conference Room Setup

Links to two seperate types of conference room setups:


Type 1 - Standard Conference Room Solo Mic

Type 2 - Standard Conference Room Setup with Converge mixer
 



Video:

  SONY EVI-D70
 
*Recommended for standard desktop
    users as well as conference rooms

 

   

 

   

HD Video:

 

   

  Sony EVI-HD1
 
*High Definition Camera



 


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Tripods for Sony EVI Camera:
 

  Davis and Sanford 64" Tripod
 
*Recommended for conference rooms -
    Ideal for setting up from the ground up
 

  Velbon DF-10ml 25" Tripod
 
*Recommended for standard desktop users -
    Ideal for placing camera on a table top


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Wall Mount:
 

  WM-30B Wall Mount
 
*Recommended for conference rooms


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Video Capture:
 

  Viewcast Osprey 210 PCI Video Capture Card
 
*We recommended the Osprey-210 video capture
   card or better to be used in conjunction with the
   Sony EVI D70

*This item is not Vista compatible


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  VisionTek TV Wonder 650 PCI Video Capture Card

*Compatible with Windows XP and Vista


[ Click here to purchase ]


 

  VisionTek TV Wonder 650 Combo PCI-Express 1x Video Capture Card

*Compatible with Windows XP and Vista


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USB 2.0 video capture adapter (requires USB 2.0 port)
 

  USB 2.0 Video Capture Device
 
*ideal companion for your portable audio/video application

*This item is not Vista compatible


Vista Compatible Video Capture Cards

Decklink SD (PCI or PCIe) for analog video only
http://www.decklink.com/products/sd/techspecs/

  • Compatible with XP and Vista.
  • Available in PCI or PCIe slot format.
  • Uses BNC connections.
  • Must configure the Decklink card to use the NTSC/PAL(Y In).
  • Video camera or any device used to output video must support s-video of composite connector.
  • Compatible connectors.
     
  • Video devices using RCA/ Composite output, customer must purchase the following
  • converter.

  • Video devices using s-video output, the following converter will be needed.


  • Please contact us if you have any question concerning acquiring the appropriate cables and adapters



    Decklink Extreme for HD (PCIe only)
    http://www.decklink.com/products/hd/techspecs/

    • Compatible with XP and Vista.
    • Requires a 4 lane PCIe slot.
    • Intended for HD video.
    • Uses BNC connection when connected to the Sony EVI-HD1 camera.

      (Note: For other HD cameras, please check camera manual and the Decklink Extreme manual for a connector that is compatible between the two devices Blackmagic Intensity Pro – HDMI for digital video and component video for analog video http://www.decklink.com/products/intensity/techspecs/
    • Compatible with XP and Vista.
    • Requires 1 lane PCIe
    • HDMI connection only
    • Video camera must support HDMI



    S-video Cable

     

      S-Video Cable


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    Conference Room Microphone Options

    *The USB mics are Vista compatible. No updated drivers are required
     


      Phoenix Audio Solo
    *Solo is recommended for smaller conference rooms

    Phoenix Audio Duet Executive
    Note: The Duet Executive is similar to the Duet PCS, however, the Executive model allows multiple Executive mics to be connected together (daisy chained) so it is more affective in a larger room. Please note a power outlet is required for each Executive microphone after the first unit and a small terminator must also be connected to all the Executive microphones after the first mic. Please contact us for details on this setup.

    Phoenix Audio Duet PCS


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    *The USB mics are Vista compatible. No updated drivers are required

      Chat 150 Conference Room Microphone
    *The effective pickup range for this microphone
      is 10ft or less

    Please remember to update your driver/firmware for this product.  You can find those updates here.

      Wireless Microphone from Revolabs

    Recommended for trainers who need to move around a room.


    [ Click here to purchase ]




    ClearOne Converge 560/590
     
      Converge 560/590

    * T
    he Converge 560 and 590 conferencing systems deliver optimum audio performance and configuration flexibility for medium-sized rooms requiring up to nine microphones, all at a price point hundreds or even thousands of dollars below competitive offerings.

    The systems feature innovative microphone distribution boxes that deliver significant cost savings  and flexibility for users.

    Clearone Converge Diagram


    [ Click here to purchase ]



    *Converge system above requires one of the microphones below


    Uni-directional Microphone
     

      Tabletop Microphone

    The Tabletop Mic is perfect for teleconferencing applications that demand high-performance audio quality. The small size makes these mics ideal for conference tables that require minimum-visibility microphones.


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    Omni-directional Microphone
     

      Button Microphone

    The Button Mic is ideal for unobtrusive tabletop placement. Commonly used in custom applications in which mics are permanently built into the table, the button mic provides excellent pick-up range.


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    Omni-directional Microphone
     

      Shure MX393

    Microflex® models from Shure, the smartest boundary microphones yet. Equipped with features like programmable, silent membrane switches, logic inputs and outputs, and LED indicators, Microflex Boundary microphones are the high-quality solution for a range of applications, such as altars, boardrooms and distance learning centers. Every Microflex Boundary microphone features a choice of interchangeable condenser cartridges.


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      Phone Recording Adapter/Jack

    The DynaMetric Web Conference Recording adapter plugs in quickly and easily between your handset or headset and the telephone base. The adapters then connect to your computer's soundcard and all the audio present on the phone during your web conference will be recorded using the recording feature.

    Please Note: This adapter is not compatible with "Princess" or Trim-Line style phones where the dial pad is in the handset. This product will not work on some GE phones. Please contact DynaMetric for a list of compatible GE phone models.


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    Speakers:  Any decent speakers will work fine.
     

       



    IMPORTANT NOTE FOR USERS WITH USB DEVICES

    If your computer or laptop does not offer a USB 2.0 port, you should install a USB 2.0 expansion card in your PC or a USB 2.0 PCMCIA card for a laptop.

    USB 2.0 PCI expansion card

    USB 2.0 PCMCIA card