Several major issues that should be considered when purchasing a video conferencing system

With the continuous improvement of the network environment, governments at all levels, institutions, medical, military, finance, education, large and medium-sized enterprises have begun to build video conference systems to establish fast and efficient communication channels, but because the video conference system is a large Complex systems, coupled with the beginning of development in China, most units still lack a complete understanding of the video conferencing system and do not know how to choose a system that is both applicable and robust. However, before the formal purchase, you can understand the following questions. Helps you to purchase the right system.

With the continuous improvement of the network environment, governments at all levels, institutions, medical, military, finance, education, large and medium-sized enterprises have begun to build video conference systems to establish fast and efficient communication channels, but video conference systems are a large The complicated system of China has just started to develop, most of the units still lack a complete understanding of the video conferencing system, and they do n’t know how to choose a system that is applicable and robust, but they can understand the following questions before they are officially purchased. Can help you buy the right system.

A. Can the video conference system operate safely, stably and reliably?

The video conference system is a very real-time system. At the same time, there is a high level of confidentiality requirements when disseminating information. Therefore, when organizing a conference, the safe, stable, and reliable operation of the system becomes the most basic requirement.

B. Can the video conference system work with other brands?

The video conference system usually consists of four parts: video conference terminal + multipoint conference controller MCU + network management software + transmission network, and also includes document projector, monitor / TV, large amplifier, microphone, large camera, DVD Players, video recorders, external remote controls, writing boards, central control, memory cards, projectors, plasma screens, computer monitors, and many other auxiliary equipment, the system involves many aspects, in order to save costs, you may buy different brands of equipment in different parts, You must make sure that the system you have purchased has "collaborative capabilities", for example, desktop terminals can hold meetings with other manufacturers' set-top box terminals and conference room terminals. In order to ensure that your total investment in recent years can have a considerable rate of return, the video conferencing system you purchase must have good compatibility and scalability. In addition to the compatibility of its own version upgrade and the product's forward-looking and backward-looking features, the video system must also have the ability to communicate with other brands' video and audio signals to ensure that users do not waste the image resources used in the past and maximize the rational use of other brand products H.

C. Is the video conference system easy to manage and use?

The video conference system is a sharing platform, it should be an easy-to-use tool for the public, not just a system for professional technicians. Therefore, when you choose to purchase a video conference system, you must consider the ease of use and manageability of the system, otherwise there will be a lot of risks in the promotion and implementation of system applications.

D. What level of service can video conferencing vendors provide?

For example, is there a telephone help desk? Does the supplier provide online diagnostics and quickly identify and fix software errors through the ISDN line? If there is a problem with the accessory, will the supplier provide a backup system when you are repairing it? How long will it take for the standby system to be installed-one day, one week? Will the supplier send engineers to solve the problem? How long will he come ---- two hours, two days? Does your supplier provide global service support?

E. Can the system you buy work under the IP standard series, such as the H.323 standard?

Most current video conference systems follow the H.320 standard and are based on the ISDN standard, but some use H.323 to work. Although web-based video conferencing is still in the development stage, it is still wise to choose a system that follows both H.323 and H.320 standards, because when the standard is more mature and the network connection speed is fast enough, it can send Convert.

F. Does the video conference system support multipoint conferences, such as linking to several locations? Do you want to add additional hardware and software?

G. How long has the video conference system been on the market? How will it integrate with future systems and technologies? Has the manufacturer made a detailed strategic plan for the future?

H. Does the video conferencing system from the manufacturer have a reputation for reliable audio / video?