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The Crestron Flex Advanced Tabletop Small Room Video Conference System for Microsoft Teams® Rooms, available in models UC-MMX30-T(-I) and UC-MMX30-T-L(-I), offers comprehensive video conferencing solutions tailored for small meeting spaces. These systems are designed to seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Teams® Rooms software, providing a robust and user-friendly experience for collaboration.
The core function of the Crestron Flex system is to facilitate high-quality video conferencing within small rooms, leveraging the Microsoft Teams® Rooms platform. Each system supports either single or dual video displays, allowing for flexible presentation and participant viewing options. At the heart of the system is a Crestron Flex tabletop conference device, which serves as the central control and audio/video interface for meetings. This device is complemented by a UC presentation transmitter, enabling easy content sharing from laptops or other sources. A UC bracket assembly provides a secure and organized mounting solution for the UC Engine and other components, while a collaboration camera ensures clear video capture of meeting participants.
To operate effectively, the system requires a video display (not included) connected to the UC Engine, with an optional second display for enhanced viewing. It also necessitates a Microsoft Teams or Skype for Business account for communication and an environment running Microsoft Exchange Server® software (2013 SP1 or later for on-premises or Microsoft 365® for cloud) for scheduling, or Skype for Business 2015 (on-premises or Microsoft 365® for cloud) for presence information and scheduling.
The system's components are carefully selected to ensure a complete and functional setup. The tabletop conference device, specifically the Flex MM model for Microsoft Teams video, acts as the primary user interface. It is powered by a PoE+ injector, simplifying cable management. The UC presentation transmitter, equipped with its own power pack and bracket, allows for convenient content sharing. It includes USB and HDMI cables for connecting laptops. The UC bracket assembly houses the UC Engine, which is the computational core running the Microsoft Teams® Rooms software. This assembly also includes drywall anchors and screws for secure mounting to walls or VESA-compliant display devices. Additional items such as a collaboration camera, a camera wall mount kit, various CAT6a, CAT5e, USB, DisplayPort to HDMI, and HDMI cables are provided to ensure all necessary connections can be made.
The Crestron Flex system is designed for ease of use, from installation to daily operation. Mounting the UC Bracket Assembly is straightforward, allowing it to be attached to VESA-compliant displays, walls, or other building structures using the provided anchors and screws. The integrated cable tie wraps on the UC Bracket Assembly help maintain a tidy and organized installation, and they are reusable for future adjustments. The UC Presentation Transmitter can be discreetly mounted to the underside of a table, ensuring a clean tabletop surface. The camera is mounted according to its specific quick start guide, ensuring optimal placement for capturing meeting participants.
Connecting the system components is a key aspect of its usability. The UC Engine, available in ASUS Mini PC or Lenovo M920Q ThinkSmart Edition Tiny models, serves as the central hub for all connections. The UC Presentation Transmitter can communicate with the UC Engine via either a direct connection or a network connection, offering flexibility based on installation requirements. For simple setup, a direct connection using the direct connect adapter is recommended. If the system is to be managed by the XiO Cloud® service, a network connection is utilized, and the direct connect adapter is disconnected from the UC Engine.
Content sharing is a seamless experience. Laptops can be connected to the UC Presentation Transmitter via either the USB port or both the HDMI and USB B ports. The system intelligently prioritizes the USB port for communication if both are connected. When a laptop is used for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) presentation, users can select the audio source on their connected laptop, ensuring control over the meeting's audio.
Configuring the system involves a few simple steps. After applying power to all devices, the conference device is configured via a web browser. Users log in to the device's IP address and enter the Teams Video PC Address (the UC Engine's IP address or hostname), Teams Video PC Port, Teams Video Username, and Teams Video Password. Once these settings are saved, the system is ready for configuration using the Microsoft Teams or Skype account credentials directly on the conference device.
The Crestron Flex system incorporates features that simplify maintenance and troubleshooting. The integrated cable tie wraps on the UC Bracket Assembly are reusable, allowing for easy access to cables for maintenance or reconfiguration without needing new ties.
In the event of troubleshooting or system issues, a factory reset option is available for the conference device. This process involves power cycling the device and then tapping a specific button below the Crestron® logo 10 times when the LEDs flash green. This action brings up a factory reset confirmation screen, allowing users to confirm the reset by tapping one of the mute buttons to select "Yes" and then tapping the button below the Crestron logo to confirm. This feature helps restore the device to its default settings, which can resolve various software-related problems.
The system's design with clearly labeled ports and straightforward connection diagrams in the manual aids in identifying and resolving connection issues. The distinction between direct and network connections for the UC Presentation Transmitter and UC Engine also provides clear guidance for troubleshooting connectivity. The provision of various cable types and lengths ensures that replacements or alternative connection methods can be implemented if needed.
Overall, the Crestron Flex Advanced Tabletop Small Room Video Conference System for Microsoft Teams® Rooms is a comprehensive, user-friendly, and maintainable solution for modern small room collaboration, designed to integrate smoothly with Microsoft Teams environments.
| Product Type | Conference System |
|---|---|
| Model | UC-MMX30-T-I |
| Manufacturer | Crestron |
| Tabletop Conference Microphone | Yes |
| Collaboration Camera | Yes |
| Pickup Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Color | Black |
| Zoom Rooms Engine | UC-ENGINE-SD-Z |
| Base Unit | UC-ENGINE-SD-Z |
| Audio Inputs | 3.5mm |
| Audio Outputs | 3.5mm |
| Video Inputs | USB |
| Video Outputs | HDMI |
| Microphone Inputs | USB |
| Speaker Outputs | 3.5mm, USB |
| Dimensions | Varies by component |
| Weight | Varies by component |
| Connection | USB, HDMI, 3.5mm |
| Frequency Response | 100 Hz |
| Sensitivity | -37 dB ±3 dB at 1 kHz (0 dB = 1 V/Pa) |
| Dimensions (Microphone) | Varies by model |
| Weight (Microphone) | Varies by model |












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