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First Time Video Conferencing guide by Conference Room Systems covering the following topics. Technology TimeLine, Types of Online Meetings, Common Uses for Video, Migration & Adoption, Preparing for a Launch, Best Practices for Equipment Setup, Setting Expectations and Organizational Goals, Offering “Reduced Travel” benefits and the Conclusion.
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First Time Video Conferencing
21st Century Guide
Video Conferencing for the 21st Century Contents
1. Technology TimeLine2. Types of Online Meetings3. Common Uses for Video4. Migration & Adoption5. Preparing for a Launch6. Best Practices for Equipment Setup7. Setting Expectations and Organizational
Goals8. Offering “Reduced Travel” benefits9. Conclusion
1. Technology Timeline
Video Conferencing moves to the Cloud. Features make Video Conferencing easier
Costs of entry go down!
2. Types of Online Meetings
• The “Video Call”• The “Virtual Meeting Room”• The “Mobile Meeting”• The Webinar
The Video Call
• The “Video Call” is just like a ordinary phone call with the ability to show video and applications with the click of a button
• Like a phone call, one person dials and the other person must accept the call
The Virtual Meeting Room
• A Virtual Meeting room is a video conferencing room with an ID that can be joined on the fly in a group settings
• A Virtual Meeting room has a link, an ID and optionally a password for private meetings
The Mobile Meeting
• Mobile Meetings are launched from a Smart Phone or Computer on the Go
• They can be pre-arranged like a “Virtual Meeting” or on the fly like a “Video Call”
The Webinar
• The Webinar is ideal for large events where 2-way communication with each participants would be cumbersome.
• 2-Way video and chat communication is managed by a set # of host presenters.
3. Common Uses for Video Conferencing
Identifying where your organization can use video conferencing is key to reaping the benefits
• Routine Meetings• Sales & Marketing• Training and Events• Connecting your Mobile Workforce• Performing Remote Services
4. Migration and AdoptionOnce you have identified how you can benefit from Video Conferencing. The more important
step is planning how to introduce your organization successfully.
• Establishing Executive Sponsorship• Identify key team leaders and discuss roles• Plan Migration date and set up pre-launch plans
5. Pre-Launch Planning1-2 Months before Launch
Develop end user training program Meet with Marketing & Communications to create
promotional campaign (posters, flyers, & emails)1 Month before Launch
Send out informational email with executive approvalPrepare user guides, references and contact info
2 Weeks before LaunchAdd information to company news letter
Launch video calls using system with Team LeadersWeek before Launch
Send our training reminders and set up “Do it Yourself” Instructions
Event Launch
“Seeing is Believing”Demonstrate the practical benefits with your users.
• Launch a Test Call• Demonstrate Screen Sharing• Demonstrate Annotation• Review Common Uses
• Review Mobile Application
6. Video Conferencing Best Practices
• Choosing a Video Conferencing Software• Choosing Video Conferencing Hardware
Video Conferencing Software
With so many Video Conferencing Software offerings available there are two main choices
that need to be made
We would like to Standardize on one
software everyone will use to connect to our meetings i.e. (Skype, GoToMeeting,
WebEX, MS Lync ect…)
We would like to be Interoperable with multiple
VTC software standards (H.323, SIP, Unified
Communications, ect…)
Standardizing on a Video Conferencing Software
Benefits:
1. Staff training is simplified
2. Branding and Comfort levels rise
3. Easy management for IT support
4. Lower cost of Ownership
21st Century Benefits
1. One Click Login for users2. Easy launch from any
Computer via Link3. Integration with
Calendar Software4. BYOD Support now
covers all PC’s, Macs, iOS and Android
devices.
Choosing a Interoperable Video Conferencing Software
Benefits:
1. The cloud connects advanced systems with
even the most basic systems
2. Greatest flexibility for dynamic organizations3. One size fits all
approach
21st Century Benefits
1. One Click Login for users2. End users can connect
with software of their choice
3. Integration with Calendar Software
4. BYOD Support now covers all PC’s, Macs,
iOS and Android.
Video Conferencing Hardware
4 Simple Components to any Video Conferencing Systems
1. Computer2. Camera3. Microphone4. User Control: Remote, Keyboard or
Touch Screen
+ + +
Video Conferencing HardwareChoosing a PC
Dedicated PCBenefits
1. One time connection to equipment
2. Reliable one time installation
3. Provide IT Management & Support Remotely
User’s BYODBenefits
1. End users can use their own machine with
system2. Lower initial equipment
cost
Video Conferencing HardwareChoosing the Camera
Details to review about your camera
• Optical Zoom• Field of View• Resolution• Video Output
Choosing a Camera for small rooms
Field of view is the most important factor in small
rooms to ensure every seat is being displayed by
your camera.
Choosing a Camera for Medium/Large Rooms
Optical Zoom may be required for larger
rooms. Optical zoom allows users to zoom
into presenter, products and whiteboard presentations.
Choosing a Camera Resolution
Most cameras today are either 720 or 1080p
resolution. Check with your software for
compatibility.
Choosing a Camera Video Outputs
For Online virtual meetings USB 2.0 or 3.0 is ideal to connect with
any PC. If you are using a Hardware Video
Conferencing Codec you may desire a HDMI or DVI-I Video Output.
Choosing a MicrophoneTable Top
MicrophonesBenefits
• Best pick up performance
• Lowest Cost• Integration with
analog phones• Daisy-Chain for
larger spaces
Ceiling MicrophonesBenefits
• No cabling to table• Clean integrated
look• Wireless control
options• Integration with
existing phone connections
Bluetooth Microphones
Benefits• No Cabling to table• Less expensive
than Ceiling microphones
• Additional tools, such as call
recording, phone connections.
Choosing a User Interface
Wireless Keyboard / MouseBenefits
1. Everyone is familiar with interface
2. Simply take control of Dedicated PC and
launch your meetings
Touch Screen BenefitsBenefits
1. Even simpler than a keyboard and mouse
2. Great for annotation capabilities
3. Simple Launch call with touch of icon
Setting Organizational Goals and Expectations
7. Setting Organizational Goals and Expectations
Create a Productivity Baseline• User Satisfaction
• Corporate Communications• Productivity Gains• Return on Investment
8. Offering Reduce Travel Benefits to your customers
Pass along your saving & gain a new competitive edge• Review potential business
9. Conclusion
Video Conferencing is a powerful tool that enables business to
communicate more effectively. With new technologies lower the
cost of entry there has never been a better time to consider video enabling your office for
video
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