1. What are the key differences between the PCS-1 and the PCS-11?

Both the PCS-1 and the PCS-11 are built on the same video conferencing technology. Both systems utilize the same camera and microphone and have the same appearance. The PCS-1 can support hosting of multipoint calls while the PCS-11 is not meant to host multipoint calls. The PCS-1 also has a dedicated whiteboard input jack and can support concurrent dual stream including live video and live data.

2. Does the PCS-1 support the new ITU-T H.264?

Starting with version 2.0 software, the Sony PCS-1/PCS-11 systems support the new ITU-T H.264 standard.

3. What kind of television or display do I need?

The PCS-1 can be connected to a standard NTSC television, or it can be connected to a computer monitor, projector or plasma display to provide higher quality video.

4. Can I use my laptop to show a PowerPoint® presentation during a conference, and does the PCS-1 support dual streaming?

Yes. With the optional PCS DSB1, the PCS-1 allows you to share XGA quality computer graphics during a conference while still seeing all the participants of the conference.

5.What if I want to share a whiteboard?

The PCS-1 has a dedicated connection to directly attach an electronic whiteboard. This allows you to integrate the mimio Xi� whiteboard into your conference. The PCS-11 can receive whiteboard images during a conference.

6. Do I need special software to incorporate computer presentations or whiteboard drawings?

No. There is no special software needed to use these features with a PCS-1. Just connect your laptop to the conference system via the PCS DSB1.

7. I just took a picture on my Sony Cyber-shot� camera. Can I use that during my conference?

Yes. Just insert your Memory Stick� media into the PCS-1/PCS-11 to easily allow you to send images to your colleagues.

8. Can I use the public Internet for video conferencing?

Yes. The PCS-1 and the PCS-11 allows you to connect to the public Internet and even has Quality of Service (QoS) features to enhance Internet conferencing; plus encryption for secure conferencing (128-bit AES).

9. Can I add a second camera to the PCS-1 and PCS-11?

Yes. Both systems allow you to connect a second EVI camera and still maintain camera control of both cameras. Currently supported camera models include EVI D30, EVI D70 and EVI D100.

10. Can I make a multipoint video conferencing call?

Yes, using the PCS-1. Starting with the optional multipoint software, the PCS-1 can connect up to six sites as host, and two PCS-1S can be cascaded to provide connectivity up to ten sites. The PCS-11 can participate in multipoint calls but cannot act as host.

11. Can I connect to ISDN and IP locations in the same call?

Yes, using the PCS-1. Starting with version 2.0, transcoding is possible. Both the optional H.320 and H.323 video conferencing multipoint software must be installed.

12. What is the operating bandwidth of the PCS-1 and PCS-11?

The bandwidth operates at up to 2Mbps on IP (H.323) and up to 768Kbps on ISDN (H.320).

13. Does the PCS-1 support 60 fields per second and at what speed?

Yes. With version 2.0 you can now achieve 60 fields of viewing when you place a call at any speed above 384Kbps. The optimal speed selected when Auto Configuration is used is 768Kbps.

14. Does PCS-1 equipment support encryption?

Yes. Starting with version 2.0, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is supported

15. Are Sony video conferencing equipment and optional accessories available on the GSA contract?

Yes. TKO Video Communications does business on a daily basis with the Federal Government as well as state and local entities. The GSA Schedule for Sony is Contract # GS-35F-4259D.

16. Is their dual monitor support?

Dual monitor support is a standard feature of both the Sony PCS-1 and PCS-11.

17. What if I have a Firewall or a NAT server?

The PCS-1 and PCS-11 has support for Firewalls and NAT. Settings can be made in the "LAN" section of the Admin setup menu.