Product Structure
Appearance
The Box 700 is a boxlike device that needs to work with a display device, camera, microphone, and speaker. The external display device may be a display, IWB, or display + IWB.
Front Panel and Rear Panel
Front Panel
Figure 4-2 shows the components on the Box 700's front panel, and Table 4-1 describes the functions of each component.
Rear Panel
Figure 4-3 shows the components on the Box 700's rear panel, and Table 4-2 describes the functions of each component.
Category |
No. |
Component |
Function |
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Audio input ports |
1 |
Microphone input port (XLR port) |
Connects to the XLR port on a microphone. |
2 |
RCA ports (L: left audio channel; R: right audio channel) |
Connects to an audio input source such as a computer. |
|
5 |
HD-AI port (audio input port) |
Connects to a microphone array, such as the HUAWEI VPM220. Up to three VPM220s can be connected. |
|
24 |
3.5 mm audio input port |
Connects to an audio input source such as a computer. |
|
Audio output ports |
3 |
RCA ports (L: left audio channel; R: right audio channel) |
Connects to an external speaker as the first output to deliver audio of the remote participants. |
4 |
RCA ports (L: left audio channel; R: right audio channel) |
Connects to a recording device as the second output, and records sounds of the local and remote participants. |
|
Video input ports |
9 |
HDMI port (HD video input port) |
Connects to a content source (such as a local computer) as the third input, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. This port can also connect to a camera through a converter cable. |
10 |
VGA port |
Connects to a content source (such as a local computer) as the second input, at a resolution of up to 1920 x 1200 60 fps. This port supports input of VGA signals, but not YPbPr signals. |
|
11 |
HD-VI port |
Connects to a HUAWEI VPC620/VPC600/VPC800 HD camera or HUAWEI VPT300 intelligent camera as the first input, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 30 fps. This port supports video input, power supply, and infrared control and also functions as a serial port. A camera connected to the Box 700 can be upgraded through this port or the COM port. NOTE:
A device connected to the Box 700 through the HD-VI or HT-RX port can be powered through this port. If both ports are in use, only one port (default: HD-VI port) can supply power for the connected device. The default port for power supply can be changed on the Box 700's web interface. |
|
12 |
HT-RX port |
Reserved for connecting to an HT-RX-compliant camera as the fifth input within a maximum distance of 50 m, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. This port supports video input, power supply, and camera control. |
|
22 |
SDI port |
Connects to a camera within a maximum distance of 50 m as the fourth input, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. |
|
Video output ports |
6 |
HDMI port (HD video output port) |
Delivers the shared content of the remote participants as the third output by default, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. This port does not support output of YPbPr signals. Connects to an IWB. |
7 |
HDMI port (HD video output port) |
Delivers the shared content of the remote participants as the second output by default, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. This port does not support output of YPbPr signals. Connects to an IWB. |
|
8 |
HDMI port (HD video output port) |
Delivers audio and video of the remote participants as the first output by default, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. This port does not support output of YPbPr signals. Connects to an IWB. |
|
23 |
SDI port |
Connects to a display device to deliver the shared content as the fourth output, at a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 60 fps. The display device can be located at most 50 m far away from the Box 700. |
|
Other components |
13 |
Touch port |
Connects to the Touch and supplies power to it. |
14 |
USB Type-B port |
Connects to a computer for reverse control over the computer during content sharing over a cable. |
|
15 |
USB Type-A port |
Connects to a USB device, such as a USB flash drive, wireless keyboard, or IWB. |
|
16 |
COM port (dual-mode serial communication port) |
Connects to a camera control cable for camera control and infrared transmission. It can also be used for fault diagnosis and maintenance of the Box 700. A camera connected to the Box 700 can be upgraded through this port or the HD-VI port. |
|
17 |
Ethernet ports (LAN1: primary network port used for external services; LAN2: backup network port used for transparent transmission and internal management) |
|
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18 |
RESET button |
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19 |
Power input port (100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 3 A) |
Connects to a power supply. |
|
20 |
Ground stud |
Connects to a ground cable. |
|
21 |
Power switch |
Powers the Box 700 on or off. NOTE:
Connect all necessary cables before powering on the Box 700. |
Indicator
By checking the status of the indicator on a Box 700, you can determine its operating status and ensure that it is working properly with other videoconferencing devices.
Table 4-3 shows the Box 700 status corresponding to each indicator status.
Indicator Status |
Box 700 Status |
---|---|
Off |
Powered off |
Blinking green twice per second |
Powering on |
Blinking green four times per second |
Upgrading |
Steadily lit (green) |
Working properly |
Blinking green (on for 1s, off for 2s, fading in and out) |
On standby |
Blinking red once every 5s |
Faulty hardware |
Blinking red four times per second |
Faulty software |
Blinking red once every 2.5s |
Overheated |
HUAWEI Touch
Featuring an all-new UI, the Touch runs the Huawei Telepresence system. The calling and meeting control functions are easy to use and can be accessed with just a tap.
The Touch connects to the Box 700 in any of the following ways:
- Connect the Touch to the TOUCH port on the Box 700.
- Connect the Touch to a network port on the switch to which the Box 700 connects.
- Connect the Touch to the Wi-Fi hotspot on the Box 700 or connect the Touch and the Box 700 to the same Wi-Fi hotspot on the network where they are located.
Figure 4-4 shows the appearance of the Touch and its rear components.
Table 4-4 describes the function of each component.
No. |
Component |
Function |
---|---|---|
1 |
Power button |
|
2 |
USB Type-C port |
Connects to the power adapter that comes with the Touch through the Type-C cable to power the Touch. |
3 |
PoE port |
|
4 |
Kensington lock hole |
Connects to a Kensington lock (not included with the Touch) to secure the Touch. |
External Camera
The Box 700 can connect to Huawei's HD cameras VPC600, VPC620, and VPC800 and Huawei's intelligent camera VPT300.
VPC600/VPC620
The VPC600 and VPC620 support HD resolutions such as 1080p 60 fps, 1080i, and 720p. They also provide industry-leading video processing capabilities through Automatic White Balance (AWB), Automatic Exposure (AE), and Automatic Focus (AF).
The VPC600 and VPC620 have the same appearance.
VPC800
The VPC800 is the industry's first 4K x 2K 60 fps ultra-HD camera that is compatible with HD resolutions such as 1080p 60 fps, 1080i, and 720p. Additionally, the VPC800 provides industry-leading video processing capabilities with AWB, AE, and AF.
The VPC800 has a sleek black design, with a half-hidden lens, aluminum-alloy structure, and integrated housing. The lens is well protected from damage and debris.
VPT300
The VPT300 has a compact design and consists of one base, one sound pickup pole, and two VPC600s. In addition, the VPT300 provides 16 built-in microphones as a microphone array for sound localization, as well as a dual-camera system for face detection. These features support speaker tracking with accurate localization and fast focusing.
Microphone Array
- High-quality audio
The VPM220 supports a sampling rate of up to 48 kHz and a full frequency range. It is able to sample sound at rates lower than 22 kHz, which means that it can completely pick up any sound recognized by human ears. The VPM220 significantly reduces signal loss caused by analog transmission cables, while offering a hi-fi stereo experience. These capabilities are made possible through the integrated digital signal processing and transmission technology and the Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC), Automatic Gain Control (AGC), and Automatic Noise Suppression (ANS) functions.
- Superior sound experience
Embedded with three microphones, a single VPM220 supports 360-degree sound pickup with an optimal range of six meters. This allows participants at the local site to hear every sound nuance coming from participants at the remote site.
- Power saving
Highly energy-efficient, the VPM220 requires no more than 2.5 W of power when running.