Accordance Systems MGC-50 Network Card User Manual


 
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Today’s world consists of many different
networks and video protocols. Supporting
IP networks alone may not be sufficient to
address this.The MGC-50 can be easily
upgraded to provide multi-network
gateway connectivity. Simply adding
additional network modules turns your
entry-level MGC-50 into a complete video
network switch/gateway for IP, ISDN and
ATM networks.
BROADBAND VISUAL
COMMUNICATIONS
ARCHITECTURE
The MGC-50 provides enterprise class
reliability and availability in a stand-alone
or rack mountable chassis.
From 6 to 192* ports IP
Connection speeds up to 1.5Mbps (IP)
Mission critical fault-tolerant design
8 slot chassis
All modules:
- Front accessible
- Hot-swappable
- Self-configuring
- Compatible with MGC-100™
MULTI-NETWORK CONNECTIVITY
The MGC-50 provides IP, ISDN and ATM
in a single platform.
Connects directly with H.323
(IP) networks
Supports H.320 (ISDN) and
H.321 (ATM) networks
Designed to incorporate new standards
as they emerge, all within a single platform
All supported networks can access and
utilize the MGC-50’s advanced features
NO external gateways necessary
MGC-50
Rich Media Communications
is a real-time virtual communications experience…anytime,anywhere. The Accord Product Line
provides the tools that make virtual communications a reality, enhancing the way people communicate and interact.With the
Accord Product Line the user is ensured of a networking solution which makes rich media applications such as business
conferencing,telemedicine, distance learning,visual enabled e-commerce, visual call centers and visual chat rooms a reality.
The MGC-50 is the industry’s best entry-level multipoint
IP visual communications platform.Whether your network
is centralized or distributed, the MGC-50 is the only video
network processor to offer the power and features needed
to provide high quality, mission-critical visual communications.
The MGC-50 provides the most advanced
features of any MCU.
Now you can produce your conference,
any way you want, making the remote
meeting experience more like a
face-to-face meeting.
Continuous Presence
Up to 21 different layouts
Layouts changeable ‘on-the-fly’
Each window within each layout can be
set as fixed or voice activated
Multi-Way Transcoding
Allows sites with different frame rates,
connection speeds, audio algorithms,
resolutions, and network protocols to
transparently connect with one another
Ensures that all sites connect at their
optimal capabilities
Ensures that conferences start on time
by simplifying the connection process
Ensures conference reliability
Greet and Guide
TM
(ISDN and ATM)
Customizable conference welcome
screens and audio greeting messages
Operator(s) can guide users through
every part of the conference:
- Greet users as they connect
- Drag and drop participants
between conferences
- Create subconferences
Powerful Management System
The MGC-50 provides the most flexible
suite of system and conference
management applications of any MCU.
Three different management applications
are offered to provide the power and
flexibility required for both local and
remote access and support.
WebCommander™ empowers users
to schedule and manage their own
conferences using Netscape or
Microsoft Web browsers
MGC Manager™ provides
comprehensive operator control -
from conference scheduling and
management to system configuration,
diagnostics and maintenance
Touch Tone Conference Manager
(TTCM) empowers users to manage
their own conferences using a standard
touch-tone telephone
Easy Maintenance
The MGC-50 reduces the need for on-site
maintenance through advanced remote
system monitoring tools.
Remote diagnostics and problem
resolution
Remote software downloads
Support for multiple MGC systems
Advanced Features That Make A Difference!