The Poly Studio E60 is a mechanical PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera designed to deliver high-quality video in large meeting rooms, featuring advanced AI-driven presenter tracking and group framing capabilities. It is part of the HP product family, integrating Poly's video conferencing expertise with HP's broader ecosystem.
Function Description
The primary function of the Poly Studio E60 is to provide high-resolution video for video conferencing systems. It acts as a camera accessory, connecting to various video conferencing systems or PCs to capture and transmit video. The camera is equipped with a 12x optical zoom MPTZ lens, capable of resolutions up to 4K, ensuring clear and detailed visuals even in expansive meeting environments.
A key feature of the Poly Studio E60 is its Poly DirectorAI technology, which enhances the meeting experience through intelligent camera behaviors:
- Presenter Tracking: This mode keeps the presenter centered in the frame as they move freely around the room, ensuring they remain the focus of the video feed.
- Group Framing: In this mode, the camera intelligently frames the entire group of participants on screen, optimizing the view by removing excess wasted space and ensuring all attendees are visible.
The camera is designed for seamless integration with Poly Android and Windows-based video systems. It also aims for certification across multiple platforms, with details available in the latest Data Sheet.
Important Technical Specifications
- Camera Type: Mechanical PTZ camera.
- Optical Zoom: 12x optical zoom.
- Digital Zoom: 16x digital zoom (not supported when tracking or automatic frame selection is active).
- Resolution: Up to 4K.
- AI Lens Field of View: 107 degrees, used for participant detection to trigger optical zoom tracking.
- Connectivity:
- USB 3.0 Type-B port for connection to video conferencing systems or PCs.
- Power over Ethernet+ (PoE+) port for power and network connection.
- 12 V DC power port for an optional power adapter.
- Supported Operating Systems:
- Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, or Windows 7.
- macOS versions 10.15 or 11.
- Android 13.
- Cable Requirements: Only supports the USB cable provided with the system. Third-party USB Type-B to USB Type-A cables may affect performance.
- Security: Kensington security slot for physical device security.
- LED Indicators:
- Power LED (white): Indicates device status (flashing white for starting up/firmware update, solid white for powered on/awake/video streaming).
- Standby LED (orange): Indicates device status (solid orange for standby/powered on/awake, flashing orange for video streaming/waking from standby).
Usage Features
- Setup: The camera connects to a system via a USB 3.0 Type-B to USB Type-A cable and receives power either through PoE+ or an optional 12V DC power adapter. Initialization involves the camera head rotating to face the room, with LED indicators showing the status.
- Default Video Device: Users must set the Poly Studio E60 as the default video device within their conferencing application's settings to use it for video calls.
- System Web Interface: The Poly Studio E60 has a system web interface for configuring settings, including tracking modes. For Poly G7500 users, settings can also be managed through the G7500 system web interface.
- Tracking Modes:
- Group Framing: Frames the entire group, removing wasted space.
- Presenter Tracking: Keeps the presenter centered as they move.
- These modes can be configured via the system web interface.
- Remote Control: An optional remote control provides tactile buttons for managing camera functions:
- Standby: Turns the device on/off or wakes it up.
- Direction: Adjusts menu cursor and parameters.
- Return: Returns to the upper menu level.
- Menu: Opens or exits the menu.
- Preset Buttons (No. 1, No. 2): Sets and adjusts preset camera positions (long press for 3 seconds to set, short press to adjust).
- Tracking On/Off: Activates or deactivates tracking (requires pressing the "Switch" button first for "Tracking On").
- Mute: Turns the microphone on or off.
- Home: Restores the maximum angle of view without using zoom.
- Zoom +/-: Digital zoom in/out (not supported when tracking or automatic frame selection is active).
- Switch: Switches tracking functions.
- Privacy Cover: A physical privacy cover is included to block the camera lens when not in use, ensuring user privacy. It must be manually removed before a video conference.
- Video Conferencing Tips: The guide provides basic and advanced tips for optimizing video conference experiences, covering camera and people positioning, clothing choices, room furnishings, background considerations, lighting, and audio/noise management. These tips aim to improve video quality and participant engagement.
- Accessibility Features:
- Visual Notifications: LED indicators provide status changes and function feedback.
- 71-degree Field of View: Captures movements without constant camera adjustment.
- Tactile Buttons: Mechanical buttons on the remote control offer visual contrast for easier system control.
Maintenance Features
- Software Updates:
- For PC-connected cameras, updates are pushed automatically through Windows Update.
- For Android-based video systems, updates are handled via the connected video conferencing system using the Poly Lens portal. During updates, the Standby LED glows solid orange, and the Power LED flashes white.
- Device Restart: If issues arise, the device can be manually restarted by unplugging and re-plugging the PoE+ network cable or DC power cable. After a restart, users may need to reselect the device as the default video device in their conferencing application.
- Remote Control Battery Replacement: The remote control uses AAA batteries, which can be replaced by sliding down the battery cover.
The Poly Studio E60 is a comprehensive solution for professional video conferencing, combining high-end optics with intelligent AI features and user-friendly controls to deliver an optimized meeting experience.
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