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Multi Camera Setup

Room preparation guidelines for Cross-view and Extended speaker view

This document outlines the guidelines for a

successful installation and use of Cross-view
and Extended speaker view, using Cisco PTZ 4K
cameras, Cisco Quad Cameras, the Cisco Codec
EQ or Codec Pro, and Cisco Table microphones
Pro.

These guidelines cover aspects related to room

dimensions, camera positionings, and other
factors such as table size, seating arrangements,
microphones, acoustic considerations, and
lighting.

Cross-view Extended speaker view

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Table of contents
Cross-View......................................................................................... 2 Connect PTZ 4K camera to Codec Pro................................................. 27
Introduction............................................................................................ 3 Connect Quad cameras and PTZ 4K to Codec Pro............................... 28
Cross-view support across various environments.................................. 4
Recommended room layout with PTZ 4K .............................................. 5 Software setup................................................................................ 29
Recommended camera positions for PTZ 4K......................................... 6 Cross-view........................................................................................... 30
Recommended room layout with Quad cameras ................................... 7 Extended speaker view........................................................................ 31
Recommended camera positions for Quad cameras.............................. 8 Other considerations............................................................................ 33
Recommended camera heights for side cameras................................... 9
Microphones considerations................................................................ 12
Connecting the cables......................................................................... 13
Connect PTZ 4K cameras to Codec EQ................................................ 14
Connect PTZ 4K cameras to Codec Pro............................................... 15
Connect Quad cameras to Codec EQ................................................... 16
Connect Quad cameras to Codec Pro.................................................. 17
Connect Quad cameras and PTZ 4K to Codec Pro............................... 18

Extended speaker view................................................................. 19

Introduction.......................................................................................... 20
Recommended room layout................................................................. 21
Microphones considerations................................................................ 24
Connecting the cables......................................................................... 25
Connect PTZ 4K camera to Codec EQ................................................. 26

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Cross-View

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Introduction
Cross-View Required materials
Cross-view is an AI-driven feature that brings a cinematic view to 1 Room Kit EQX/Codec EQ or Codec Pro.
your meetings, using two PTZ 4K or two Quad cameras as side
cameras, one Quad camera, one Codec EQ or Codec Pro, and Power injectors or power supplies for the PTZ 4K cameras if using Codec Pro
Table microphones Pro. By analyzing room activity, recognizing with them. See the power supplies supported in the Cisco PTZ 4K Camera
speakers, and tracking where people are facing, the system Overview on the data sheet and on the Codec Pro data sheet.
automatically picks the best camera angle to get the best view.
Main camera: 1 Quad camera.
Having additional cameras allows for a more comprehensive capture
of discussions, even when conversations are taking place across Side cameras: 2 PTZ 4K cameras or 2 Quad cameras.
the table, ensuring an inclusive hybrid meeting. 1 PoE switch. See Configuration of switches for Cisco devices.
Please note that this setup only powers a native cross-view Minimum 3 Table microphones Pro for voice pick up and audio triangulation.
experience. Connecting more than one Quad Camera to any Codec
is not supported for any other cases than Cross-view. Additional materials
To ensure an optimal experience, it is crucial to follow the 2 4K HDMI cables to connect the PTZ 4K cameras to the codec.
recommendations outlined in this document. The successful
implementation of these guidelines is key to guaranteeing a positive
and effective outcome.

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Cross-view support across various environments

• Cross-view with side PTZ 4K cameras with Codec EQ/EQX and Codec
Pro is supported on both RoomOS and MTR.

• Cross-view with side Quad Cameras with Codec EQ/EQX and Codec Pro
is supported on RoomOS only.

• Combining Cross-view with side Quad Cameras and Extended speaker

view with PTZ 4K on Codec Pro is supported on RoomOS only.

Illustration showing the combination of side Quad Cameras and

Extended speaker view with PTZ 4K on Codec Pro

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Recommended room layout with PTZ 4K

Room layout using PTZ 4K cameras as side cameras Each customer is unique. It is important to involve the local workplace
Cross-view supports long and narrow type conference rooms. The resources team and a Cisco certified integrator to refine details of the set-
experience is designed for inclusive hybrid meetings, even as the discussion up. Some customers may have special universal design and accessibility
is happening across the table. For horseshoe tables, it is crucial that requirements. It is important to take into account the holistic integration
everyone is captured by the Quad camera. and avoid combining our room elements in a way that compromise
accessibility.
The rooms presented below can host up to 6 people on each side
depending on the size of the room. Refer to the next chapter for more
details on camera positions.

Quad camera Quad camera Quad camera

1

1
HFO
V 60˚
2

2
V
FO
V 70
FO
70
3

3
V
FO
70
4

PTZ 4K PTZ 4K
PTZ 4K PTZ 4K

4
PTZ 4K PTZ 4K
5

5
6

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Recommended camera positions for PTZ 4K

Camera positions using PTZ 4K cameras
The PTZ 4K cameras need to be mounted level. Place the camera centered The PTZ 4K cameras willl use digital pan, tilt, and zoom to frame
on the length of the table. If the room doesn't allow to center the camera, speakers. There will be no physical movement of the cameras.
you can move the cameras slightly closer to the main video system side of
the room. In-room meeting participants must be positioned within the field Mount the PTZ 4K cameras with the ceiling mount if you have a glass
of view of the Quad Camera in addition to one of the two PTZ 4K cameras wall or a room narrower than 4 m. / 157 in. The PTZ 4K has limited tilt
for the feature to work optimally. The participant sitting at the table end only downwards when mounted with the wall bracket underneath.
needs to be framed by the Quad Camera.
The side cameras can capture 5 people in a 4.5 m. / 177 in. wide room,
and 6 people in a wider room (5.5 m. / 216,5 in. or wider).

Quad camera Quad camera

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Recommended room layout with Quad cameras

Room layout using Quad cameras as side cameras Each customer is unique. It is important to involve the local workplace
resources team and a Cisco certified integrator to refine details of the set-
Cross view supports long and narrow type conference rooms. The
up. Some customers may have special universal design and accessibility
experience is designed for inclusive hybrid meetings, even as the discussion
requirements. It is important to take into account the holistic integration
is happening across the table. For horseshoe tables, it is crucial that
and avoid combining our room elements in a way that compromise
everyone is captured by the main Quad camera.
accessibility.
Refer to the next chapter for more details on camera positions.

Quad camera Quad camera

Quad camera Quad camera

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Recommended camera positions for Quad cameras

Camera positions using Quad cameras
The Quad cameras need to be mounted level. Place the camera centered The Quad cameras willl use digital pan, tilt, and zoom to frame speakers.
on the length of the table. If the room doesn't allow to center the camera, There will be no physical movement of the cameras.
you can move the cameras slightly closer to the main video system side of
the room. In-room meeting participants must be positioned within the field of The side cameras can capture 6 people in a room that is 4.5 meters (177
view of the Quad Camera in addition to one of the two side Quad cameras inches) wide and 7 people in a room that is 5.5 meters (216.5 inches)
for the feature to work optimally. The participant sitting at the table end only wide. Thanks to the Quad camera's zoom capabilities, they can be used
needs to be framed by the main Quad Camera. in even wider rooms, accommodating more people. The camera has a
close-up range of 6 meters and a range of 9 meters for capturing two
people.

Quad camera Quad camera

Consider moving the camera slightly

towards the display for tapered tables.
(given that participants are still within the
horizontal field of view)

Side camera lens height: 2,15 m Side camera lens height: 2,15 m

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Recommended camera heights for side cameras

In accordance with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines, it Parameters to consider
is crucial to follow specific requirements when installing the PTZ 4K or • Field of view of the cameras
Quad cameras. In addition to maintaining a minimum height of 203 cm /
80 in. for camera placement, consider factors such as clear pathways and • PTZ 4K has a 70° horizontal field of view and a 43° vertical field
unobstructed views to enhance accessibility for all users, regardless of of view.
mobility or visual impairments. • Quad Camera has a 83° horizontal field of view and 51.5° vertical
field of view.
Note: If the cameras need to be positioned at a lower height, ensure the • Width of the meeting room (WR)
presence of physical barriers to prevent contact with the camera, such as
placing a drawer beneath it. • Width of the table (WT).
• Mounting height of the side cameras
Tip: The PTZ 4K can be mounted upside down with the Cisco PTZ 4K
ceiling mount.

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Ideal camera height for common meeting room sizes

The camera height is measured from lowest point of the camera unit. The
recommendations below are given based on a symmetrical room layout
with a rectangular table.

It's important to consider that these are approximate values.

Tip: wider tables give a more natural viewing angle to the subject.

Ideal camera height in cm Ideal camera height in in.

* Recommended height when physical barriers are in place to prevent accidental contact
with the camera.

** Too narrow room for this table size.

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Wide room
The camera is too low

Narrow room The camera is too high

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Microphones considerations

You need 3 to 6 table microphones depending on the table width. For tables
wider than 1.8 m / 70.8 in., consider adding two lanes of microphones.

If your Room Kit EQX has analog microphones, we recommend you to remove
them.

See the Cisco Table Microphone Pro installation guide for more information.

HF
OV
60˚

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Connecting the cables

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Connect PTZ 4K cameras to Codec EQ

1 2 3 1 2 3

• Connect the HDMI cable between the Quad

camera and the codec HDM1 port. The cable
transmits video from the camera to the codec,
and audio from the codec to the loudspeakers
in the camera (Audio Return Channel - ARC). PoE switch

• You need to use the USB-C port for sharing

content.
• See the Configuration of switches for Cisco
devices.

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+12V 1 2 3 4

GPIO COM

PoE PoE

PoE+ switch

• Connect the HDMI cable between the Quad • Make sure to use a switch that supports PoE+.
camera and the codec HDM1 port. The cable You can also use a power injector for each PTZ
transmits video from the camera to the codec, 4K or use the PTZ 4K power supplies. That is
and audio from the codec to the loudspeakers because the Codec Pro ethernet is PoE and the
in the camera (Audio Return Channel - ARC). PTZ 4K requires PoE+.
• See the Configuration of switches for Cisco
devices.

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Connect Quad cameras to Codec EQ

1 2 3 1 2 3

• Connect the HDMI cable between the Quad

camera and the codec HDM1 port. The cable
transmits video from the camera to the codec,
PoE switch
and audio from the codec to the loudspeakers
in the camera (Audio Return Channel - ARC).
• You need to use the USB-C port for sharing
content.
• See the Configuration of switches for Cisco
devices.

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Connect Quad cameras to Codec Pro

+12V 1 2 3 4

GPIO COM

PoE PoE

• Connect the HDMI cable between the main

Quad camera and the codec HDM1 port. The
cable transmits video from the camera to PoE switch
the codec, and audio from the codec to the
loudspeakers in the camera (Audio Return
Channel - ARC).
• See the Configuration of switches for Cisco
devices.

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+12V 1 2 3 4

GPIO COM

PoE PoE

• This setup is combines cross-view and

extended speaker view. PoE+ switch
• Connect the HDMI cable between the main
Quad camera and the codec HDM1 port. The
cable transmits video from the camera to
the codec, and audio from the codec to the
loudspeakers in the camera (Audio Return • Make sure to use a switch that supports PoE+.
Channel - ARC). You can also use the PTZ 4K power supplies.
• See the Configuration of switches for Cisco That is because the Codec Pro ethernet is PoE
devices. and the PTZ 4K requires PoE+.

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Extended speaker view

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Introduction
Extended speaker view Required materials
The Extended Speaker View feature enhances video conferencing 1 Room Kit EQX/Codec EQ or Codec Pro.
by providing high-quality close-ups of all participants, including
those seated at the far end of a long table. This is achieved using 1 Power injector or power supplies for the PTZ 4K camera if using Codec
a PTZ 4K camera mounted above a Quad camera, a Codec EQ or Pro with it. See the power supplies supported in the Cisco PTZ 4K Camera
Codec Pro, and Table Microphones Pro. Overview on the data sheet and on the Codec Pro data sheet.

Adaptive speaker tracking and intelligent framing by the Cisco Quad 1 Quad camera (main camera).
Camera and the Cisco PTZ 4k pan-tilt-zoom camera capture the
active speaker and other in-room participants, even in the largest 1 PTZ 4K camera.
spaces. Minimum 3 Table microphones Pro for voice pick up and audio triangulation.
All intelligence related to camera switching and control is run locally Additional materials
on the RoomOS device meaning that Extended speaker view also
works with other meeting plaforms than Webex, such as Microsoft 1 4K HDMI cable to connect the PTZ 4K camera to the codec.
Teams Room (MTR).
1 PoE switch (optional). See Configuration of switches for Cisco devices.
To ensure an optimal experience, it is crucial to follow the
recommendations outlined in this document. The successful
implementation of these guidelines is key to guaranteeing a positive
and effective outcome.

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Recommended room layout

Room layout Each customer is unique. It is important to involve the local workplace
resources team and a Cisco certified integrator to refine details of the set-
Extended speaker view supports long and narrow type conference rooms.
up. Some customers may have special universal design and accessibility
The experience is designed for inclusive hybrid meetings, even as the
requirements. It is important to take into account the holistic integration
discussion is happening at the end of the table.
and avoid combining our room elements in a way that compromise
• For tight close-ups of participants across the whole room, the ideal accessibility.
distance from the camera to the end of the table is up to 6.4 meters.
With extended reach, this close-up range can be extended to 9 meters.
• For capturing a slightly wider 2-person frame, the effective range can be
extended from 9 m to 15 meters.
Long and narrow tables are ideal for this setup, as they allow the cameras to
efficiently capture participants along the length of the table.

See the next pages to for different exemples of room layout.

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Quad camera reach Extended speaker view

On the left, the coverage range With Extended speaker view, you can enhance the
achieved using only the Cisco Quad video system's reach by incorporating a Cisco PTZ
Camera. 4K camera above the Quad camera. This addition
captures participants located further from the
video system. To the left, you can see an example
of the combined coverage provided by the Cisco
Quad Camera and the Cisco PTZ 4K camera. This
setup provides a closeup of everyone around the
table.
You can extend the close-up range to up to
9 meters, or achieve two-person framing at
distances of up to 15 meters, depending on your
room setup.

Close-up range 2-person range

The dark blue area highlights the area where The light blue area highlights the area
the camera can provide close-up of people where the camera can provide a 2-person
talking. Frame width at target: 1,5 meter. framing. Frame width at target: 2,1 meter.

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Here are a few practical examples showing how you

can combine Cisco Quad camera with Cisco PTZ 4K.
Depending on your desired end result you can select a
wider coverage with a shorter reach, or a more narrow
coverage with longer reach.

Get a close-up of each Optimized reach for a longer Maximum room size for
participant table 2-person reach

Seats where the

system can provide a Seats where the system can
close-up Seats where the provide a close-up
system can provide a
close-up

You might get a slighly wider

framing for these seats

Seats where the system can

provide a close-up
You might get a
slightly wider framing Seats where you
for these 2 seats will get a 2-person
framing. Seats where you will get a
2-person framing.

28 HFOV
1 person reach up to 9 meter 28 HFOV
2 person reach up to 12,5meter 1 person reach up to 9 meter
2 person reach up to 12,5meter
24 HFOV
1 person reach up to 10,6 meter
2 person reach up to 14,8 meter

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Microphones considerations

You need 3 to 8 table microphones depending on the table width. For tables
wider than 1.8 m / 70.8 in., consider adding two lanes of microphones.

If your Room Kit EQX has analog microphones, we recommend you to remove
them.

See the Cisco Table Microphone Pro installation guide for more information.

Known limitation: if the microphones are in a straight line, the audio tracking
accuracy will not be optimal for the seat directly behind the microphone. As
a workaround, you can place two chairs behind the microphone as shown
in the first illustration. This is because the position slightly on the side of the
microphone will have accurate audio tracking. This is temporary and will be
fixed in the upcoming releases.
HF
OV
60˚

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Connecting the cables

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Connect PTZ 4K camera to Codec EQ

1 2 3 1 2 3

• Connect the HDMI cable between the Quad • You need to use the USB-C port for sharing
camera and the codec HDM1 port. The content.
cable transmits video from the camera to • See the Configuration of switches for Cisco
the codec, and audio from the codec to the devices.
loudspeakers in the camera (Audio Return
Channel - ARC).

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Connect PTZ 4K camera to Codec Pro • Connect the HDMI cable between the Quad
camera and the codec HDMI 1 port. The
cable transmits video from the camera to
the codec, and audio from the codec to the
loudspeakers in the camera (Audio Return
Channel - ARC).
• Connect the HDMI cable between the PTZ4K
camera and the codec HDMI 3, 4, or 5, as
these ports support 4K.
• See the power supplies supported in the
Cisco PTZ 4K Camera Overview on the data
sheet.

+12V 1 2 3 4

GPIO COM

PoE PoE

PoE+
injector

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+12V 1 2 3 4

GPIO COM

PoE PoE

• This setup is combines cross-view and

extended speaker view. PoE+ switch
• Connect the HDMI cable between the main
Quad camera and the codec HDM1 port. The
cable transmits video from the camera to
the codec, and audio from the codec to the
loudspeakers in the camera (Audio Return • Make sure to use a switch that supports PoE+.
Channel - ARC). You can also use the PTZ 4K power supplies.
• See the Configuration of switches for Cisco That is because the Codec Pro ethernet is PoE
devices. and the PTZ 4K requires PoE+.

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Software setup

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Cross-view
Software setup 3. External microphones voice tracking
In the software setup you will be asked to input the In the new Settings menu, select External
height of the cameras, measuring from the floor microphones voice tracking and follow the
to the center of the camera lens. You will beed a instructions to use the Table Microphones Pro to
measuring tape or laser measure. track the position of the speaker. This allows better
video framing.
1. Set the cameras resolution

Before starting the setup wizard, make sure the Start the cross-view experience
output resolution for Cisco PTZ 4K is set to 4K: When the software setup is completed you can
xConfiguration Cameras Camera[N] VideoFormat: enable this feature from the camera settings in
3840_2160_30. Go in and out of standby for the the control panel. Select Speaker mode to get the
configuration to work. cross-view experience.
Since the Ciso PTZ 4K is set to 4K, you also need
to set xConfiguration Video Input Connector[N] Configurations
RGBQuantizationRange to Limited. Make sure To get the cross-view experience as default
to set on the connectors where the PTZ 4K are set xConfiguration Cameras SpeakerTrack
connected. DefaultBehavior to Closeup from Control Hub or
the device web interface.
2. Multi camera director setup
When the software setup is complete, make sure
Once the hardware is installed, you can start the
these configurations are set for all camera inputs:
software setup in the Device settings by toggling
on Multi Camera Director on the Room Navigator xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N]
and follow the setup wizard. PresentationSelection: Manual

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N]

InputSourceType: Camera

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N]

CameraControl Mode: On

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N] Quality:

Motion (optional)

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Extended speaker view

Software setup
In the software setup you will be asked to input the Setting the camera view
height of the cameras, measuring from the floor
When setting the camera view in the setup wizard,
to the center of the camera lens. You will need a
use a HFOV between 24-32°for best results.
measuring tape or laser measure.
Check the examples below to see how the camera
1. Before starting the setup wizard view you set during the calibration affects the
coverage of the video system.
Make sure the output resolution for Cisco PTZ 4K
is set to 4K: The value can be found by reading xStatus
xConfiguration Cameras Camera[N] VideoFormat: Cameras Camera N Zoom and dividing the
3840_2160_30. Go in and out of standby for the number by 100. The illustrations below show the
configuration to work. most relevant extended reach scenarios.

Since the Ciso PTZ 4K is set to 4K, you also need

to set xConfiguration Video Input Connector[N]
RGBQuantizationRange to Limited. Make sure 24° HFOV
to set on the connectors where the PTZ 4K are 28° HFOV 1 person reach up to 10,5 meter
32° HFOV 1 person reach up to 9 meter 2 person reach up to 15 meter
connected. 1-person reach up to 8 meter 2 person reach up to 12,5 meter
2-person reach up to 11 meter
2. Multi camera director setup

Once the hardware is installed, you can start the

software setup in the Device settings by toggling
on Multi Camera Director on the Room Navigator
and follow the setup wizard.

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3. External microphones voice tracking Start the Extended speaker view experience

In the new Settings menu, select External When the software setup is completed you can
microphones voice tracking and follow the enable this feature from the camera settings in
instructions to use the Table Microphones Pro to the control panel. Select Speaker mode to get the
track the position of the speaker. This allows better cross-view experience.
video framing.
Configurations
To get the Extended speaker view experience as
default set xConfiguration Cameras SpeakerTrack
DefaultBehavior to Closeup from Control Hub or
the device web interface.

When the software setup is complete, make sure

these configurations are set for all camera inputs:

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N]

PresentationSelection: Manual

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N]

InputSourceType: Camera

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N]

CameraControl Mode: On

xConfiguration Video Input Connector [N] Quality:

Motion (optional)

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Other considerations

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Other considerations

Acoustics

The acoustic conditions of your room play an Refer to the Best Practices for Creating Effective
important role for both video calls and local Video-enabled Rooms to find more information
meetings. about lighting.

Refer to the Best Practices for Creating Effective Meeting Zone

Video-enabled Rooms to find more information
about Acoustic Room Guidelines. Refer to the Meeting zone article to find more
information about setting up a meeting zone on
Temperature Board, Desk, and Room devices. For spaces like
open offices, glass-walled meeting rooms, or
When planning your room layout, make sure the rooms with reflective surfaces such as windows
Cisco cameras and codecs aren’t subjected and whiteboards, this feature is particularly useful
to direct sunlight. Recommended operating as it minimizes distractions caused by including
temperature and humidity is between 0°C (32°F) people in the background during meetings. When
to 35°C (32°C to 95°F) ambient temperature and someone stands outside the defined meeting zone,
10% to 90% Relative Humidity (RH). they won't be included in the automatic framing of
the video. Only individuals within the meeting zone
Lighting will be counted.
Lighting is essential when building great meeting Installation guides
rooms, supporting both local and remote
telepresence meetings. Following are some Connect other cables as described in the following
general recommendations for how to create the guides:
best light conditions. To make meeting participants
have the best appearance, they should be lit with Cisco Room Kit EQ installation guide
key light, fill light and back light. The Key light is the
Cisco Room Kit EQ PTZ 4K installation guide
main light source illuminating the subject. Fill light
is added to avoid dark shadows over participants Cisco Room Kit EQX installation guide
eyes, and a lack of it may cause the whites of the
eyes to be lost along with any possibility of eye Cisco Room Kit Pro Installation guide
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