The PCS-XG100 offers transmission in Full-HD with a resolution of 1080/60p (1080/30p for dual streams), providing crisp, clear, high resolution images and animations. When transmitting dual content streams, an additional software option can create a 9-way H.323 embedded MCU bridge which connects both streams, cascading the two IP addresses to a maximum of 16 endpoints. Up to six Sony PCS-A1 microphones can be added for conferences and large scale event hosting solutions.

In addition to the PCS-XG100, Sony today announced the PCS-XG77, a simplified version of the XG100 which is able transmit in 720/60p, ideal for budget corporate and classroom installations.

“Sony has been at the forefront of developing innovative solutions in unified communications for many years now,” said Damien Weissenburger, Sony Europe. “The PCS-XG100 marks the latest step in our journey to deliver integrated solutions that utilise the best of Sony technology to truly bring people together, regardless of where they are.”

These new Videoconference systems complement both Sony’s existing Videoconferencing range as well as Sony’s AV offering for meeting, conference and class-rooms including:  
      - the EVI-H100V PTZ and EVI/BRC full-HD cameras.
      - the business projector and Large Format Displays (and in particular the new FWD-W800P BRAVIA Professional screens)
      - the new DWZ series wireless microphones

The PCS-XG100’s key features include:

      • Video annotation with a pen and tablet       • Recording and sharing function       • Industry leading stereo echo cancelling technology
      • Dual streaming of up to 30 frames
      • Triple screen functionality
      • HDMI input terminal
      • H.264 High Profile Features
      • Intelligent QoS features
      • Kiosk mode
      • Sony three year Prime Support 

For more information, visit  www.sony.co.uk/pro/products/unifiedcommunications