VTEL announces the Vista VX media station.VTEL VTEL Video Teleconferencing Products Corporation, a manufacturer of PC-integrated videoconferencing systems, recently announced its latest video communication endpoint, the Vista VX media station, a shelf- or rack-mountable version of the previously released Vista MX portable unit. The release of the Vista VX completes the launch of VTEL's new flagship product line, the Vista family of media stations. Designed to sit on a shelf or mount inside a VTEL premium or classroom cabinet, or in a 19-inch standard rack, the Vista VX includes all the features of the Vista MX, plus audio line in, pan-tilt-zoom control for an optional second camera, a DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. drive and an external camera. The Vista VX works with a wired or optional wireless Local Area Network (LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. ), and makes an excellent replacement product for VTEL MediaMax or ESA users who want H.323/IP capability, high-resolution PC graphics or up-to-date PC technology. The product also supports optional Integrated Services Digital Network Integrated services digital network (ISDN) A generic term referring to the integration of communications services transported over digital facilities such as wire pairs, coaxial cables, optical fibers, microwave radio, and satellites. (ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. ) and Data/Dialer Module (DDM (Distributed Data Management) Software in an IBM SNA environment that allows users to access data in remote files within the network. DDM works with IBM's LU 6.2 session to provide peer-to-peer communications and file sharing. See also distributed database. ) communication interfaces. Vista VX includes VTEL's new QuickTouch handheld wireless remote control. VTEL is taking orders for the Vista VX now, and the first units will ship from the factory in December. "We have tens of thousands of customers using VTEL endpoints that are up to four generations old," said Bob Swem, VTEL president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "They asked us for a modern videoconferencing system that could easily and affordably replace their existing units. Our answer is the Vista VX. In most cases, it is a cinch cinch a saddle girth on an American stock saddle. Tightens with a knot on a ring instead of with straps and buckles. to swap out their old video codec and install a new Vista VX system right in the same cabinet and using their existing peripheral devices," Swem explained. VTEL also introduced its latest software release, VCS (VTEL Conferencing Software) 3.1. This software version brings some exciting new features to the Vista products, including the ability to display graphics at 1024 x 768 resolution. As part of VTEL's commitment to total customer value, every product in the new Vista line includes a standard 36-month hardware parts replacement and VTEL software warranty. Additionally, VTEL is offering an attractive trade-in program for videoconferencing users who own previous VTEL or non-VTEL endpoints. Based in Austin, Texas, VTEL Products Corporation is a leading manufacturer of PC-integrated video communication endpoints, video network management software, multipoint conferencing systems and network access solutions to education, government and corporate enterprise customers worldwide. |
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