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Contents
Chapter 1 - Introducing the V500 System
Key Features ..........................................................................................................................................1 - 2
Rich Conference Experience .........................................................................................................1 - 2
Enhanced User Experience ...........................................................................................................1 - 2
Easy Installation .............................................................................................................................1 - 3
Security and Network Management ...........................................................................................1 - 3
Standard System Components ............................................................................................................1 - 5
Optional System Components ............................................................................................................1 - 6
Chapter 2 - Setting Up Your System Hardware
Standard System Set-up .......................................................................................................................2 - 2
Positioning the System ..................................................................................................................2 - 2
Connecting the Monitor ................................................................................................................2 - 3
Connecting the System to the LAN ............................................................................................2 - 3
Connecting Power .........................................................................................................................2 - 4
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .................................................................................2 - 5
Powering on the System ...............................................................................................................2 - 5
Optional Equipment Set-up ................................................................................................................2 - 6
Connecting to a BRI Network Interface .....................................................................................2 - 6
Connecting Headphones ..............................................................................................................2 - 6
Chapter 3 - Configuring Network Use
Getting the Network Ready ................................................................................................................3 - 2
Network Connectivity Checklist ........................................................................................................3 - 2
Configuring with the Setup Wizard ..................................................................................................3 - 3
Configuring LAN Properties ..............................................................................................................3 - 4
Configuring IP Network Support ......................................................................................................3 - 6
Specifying H.323 Settings .............................................................................................................3 - 6
Configuring the System to Use a Gatekeeper ....................................................................3 - 7
Configuring the System to Use a Gateway .........................................................................3 - 8
Specifying SIP Settings ..................................................................................................................3 - 9
Specifying Quality of Service .....................................................................................................3 - 10
Configuring the System for Use with a Firewall or NAT ......................................................3 - 11
Configuring ISDN Support ...............................................................................................................3 - 13
Configuring the BRI Network Interface ...................................................................................3 - 13
Configuring Call Preferences ............................................................................................................3 - 14
Configuring the Global Directory ....................................................................................................3 - 16
Configuring the Directory Server Settings ...............................................................................3 - 16
Setting the Dialing Rules ............................................................................................................3 - 17
Placing a Test Call ...............................................................................................................................3 - 17
Checking System Status .....................................................................................................................3 - 18
Keeping your Software Current .......................................................................................................3 - 19