Panasonic Hd Visual Communication Unit Kx Vc500 Operating Manual

Data Security
We recommend observing the security precautions
described in this section, in order to prevent the
disclosure of sensitive information.
Panasonic is not responsible for any damages
caused by improper use of this device.
Preventing Data Loss
Keep a separate record of all information stored in the
contact list.
Preventing Data Disclosure
•
Do not place this device in a location that can be
accessed or removed without authorization.
• If important information is saved on this device,
store it...

Federal Communications Commission
Requirements
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with...

Part Names and Usage
Main Unit (Front)
Power LED
Shows the power status. The LED is red when the power is on and off when the power is off.
Remote Control Signal Receiver
Receives Remote Control signals. The maximum range of reception is approximately 8 m (26.2 ft) from
front of the KX-VC500, and approximately 3 m (9.8 ft) from 20° on each side, total 40
°.Start button
Press to make or manually answer video conference calls. (
Page 22, Page 28)End button
Press to end a video conference call.
Power...

Main Unit (Back)
RS-232C terminal
This terminal is not available for use.
MIC jack
Used to connect the Boundary Microphone (optional) (
Page 16).L/R jack
Used to connect general-purpose microphones (not for the Boundary Microphone).
LAN jack
Connect a LAN cable.
Camera Control terminal
This terminal is not available for use.
Main Camera terminal
Connect the main video camera with an HDMI cable.
Sub Camera terminal
Used to connect a second, sub video camera with an HDMI cable for sharing video contents...

Remote Control
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Operating Manual 15 PreparationPress to transmit the sub video cameras images to 
the other party. This operation is only available during 
a video conference call. (Page 40)
Press to display/hide information 
about the other party, guide area 
and duration, during a call. (Page 
21)
Press to change the layout of the 
screen during a call. (Page 30)
Press to return to the main camera 
after showing images from a 
computer or sub video camera. 
(Page 38, 40)...

Boundary Microphone (Optional Accessory)
Boundary Microphone
(Proprietary cable included.
Cable length: approx. 8.5  m
[approx. 28 ft]) Part No.:KX-VCA001NA
MIC Mute button
Press to mute your own voice so that other video conference call participants cannot hear you.
(Page 34)
LEDs
Indicate the operational status of the Boundary Microphone.
Red (on): Microphone is muted
Green (on): Transmitting
Orange (blinking in 1s intervals): Starting up
Off: No transmission in progress
Note
•Up to 4 Boundary...

LED Patterns
LEDs indicate the operational status of the KX-VC500, as follows: LED pattern Status
Slow blue flashing •Starting up
• Idle state
Blue on •In a video conference call (including when dialing,
receiving  a 
video conference call, and being disconnected)
Red on •An error has occurred.
• Maintenance is being performed.
Red flashing •A serious error has occurred.
Off •Power is off
• In screen standby mode Screen Standby
When  there 

is no video conference call transmission, and the KX-VC500 or...

Turning the Power On/Off
Note
•Make sure that peripheral devices (e.g., display, main video camera) are turned on.
1 Press the  [Power] button 
on the front of the KX-VC500.
• The Power LED and all of the One-Touch
Connection button LEDs turn on. Then, the
One-Touch Connection button LEDs turn off, the
Status LED starts flashing blue slowly, and the
Home screen is displayed. •
When the power is turned off, the power LED turns
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Screen Display
Home Screen (Idle Screen)
Displayed  when 
the power is turned on. Also displayed when the  [Home] button is pressed on the KX-VC500
or on the remote control. Main Video Camera Image
Displays the video from the main video camera.
Unit Information
Displays the KX-VC500
’s name and IP address. Site/Group
Displays the name/group name assigned to One-Touch Connection number 1 through 5. If the name is
too long to display, it will be shortened and ended with 
"...".Guide
Displays...

Menu Screen (Idle Screen)
Displayed when  [Menu] is pressed on the remote control. Displays operations you can perform and settings
you can change. Main Video Camera Image
Displays the video from the main video camera.
Unit Information
Displays the KX-VC500
’s name and IP address.Guide
Displays operations you can perform with the remote control when performing features or changing
settings.
Menu List
Displays the various functions you can use and settings available to change.
Status Indication
The status...