Developers: | Logitech |
Date of the premiere of the system: | 2016/09/22 |
Technology: | Audiovisual systems, Videoconferencing |
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Main article: Types and capabilities of modern VKS systems
ConferenceCam - a line of VKS equipment from Logitech.
2021: Astra Linux Compatibility
Astra Linux Group and Logitech on September 27, 2021 announced the completion of tests on the compatibility of the spectrum of video conferencing equipment from Logitech with the Astra Linux family OS. Among the tested cameras were the USB model 505e Webcam 960-001372, Logitech ConferenceCam Connect 960-001034 and MeetUp ConferenceCam 4K 960-001102 conference cameras. More details here.
2016: Logitech ConferenceCam BCC950, Logitech ConferenceCam Connect, ConferenceCam Group
On September 22, 2016, Logitech introduced a group of devices combined by the ConferenceCam brand and a similar set of technical and software tools for organizing video conferencing sessions.
The line includes three devices, in each of which:
- camera with lens from Zeiss - supports video communication as Full HD (1080p, 30 frames/s),
- Hands-free unit (speakers and microphones)
- connection tools.
Logitech ConferenceCam BCC950
The BCC950 model is designed for conferences with one to four participants. The compact device is suitable for desktop applications. Connect to your computer via USB, compatible with PC and Mac[1].
The BCC950 is equipped with a camera that, thanks to an integrated electric drive, provides 180 ° pan and up to 55 ° tilts. The lens with a field of view of 78 ° has image magnification (1.8x) and autofocus functions. The chamber is placed in a sphere, which can be located in a niche on the base block or in a raised position, at the eye level, by means of an extension "leg" 228 mm long.
A full-duplex hands-free module with broadband speakers and a noise cancelling microphone provides audibility to all meeting participants up to 2.5 m from the base unit. The set includes remote control panel for control of the camera and other functions.
Logitech ConferenceCam Connect
A self-powered desktop device designed to serve groups of up to six people.
The device is in a cylindrical housing of silver or red color, in the upper part of which a unit with a video camera and a control panel is mounted - being out of service, they are closed by a shutter.
The camera is equipped with a Zeiss lens with a viewing angle of 90 °, supports autofocus, digital panning, tilting and 4-fold zoom using the remote control, mechanical adjustment of the lens tilt. Rightlight 2 technology supports clear images.
The full-duplex hands-free unit with two omnidirectional microphones supports echo and noise cancellation functions, the broadband audio system provides surround sound and audibility in a radius of 3.6 m.
The ConferenceCam Connect model supports fast connection to mobile devices according to the standards of wireless communication NFC and Bluetooth, the function of screen duplication over Wi-Fi. To display the image on the external screen, the device is equipped with an HDMI interface, and a two-meter USB cable is used to connect to computers.
The device is equipped with a built-in battery, it supports the ConferenceCam Connect model without recharging for 3 hours in video conferencing or screen duplication, and up to 15 hours as a hands-free device.
The Logitech Connect Kit includes the Intel NUC for meeting rooms, which includes the Intel NUC with Intel Unit, Illumari QuickLaunch SE, and the Logitech K400 Plus Wireless Touch Keyboard.
ConferenceCam Group
ConferenceCam Group - the flagship in the line of ConferenceCam. It is designed for use in conference rooms of medium to large size and in the basic configuration provides for meetings with the participation of up to 14 people in one room, and with the use of additional microphones of up to 20 people.
Logitech Group consists of three components: a video camera, a full-duplex hands-free system and a hub.
The first two modules are connected to the hub using complete five-meter cables, and it, in turn, with a three-meter cable to the computer. Optionally, the system is supplemented by two remote microphones, they increase the audio coverage to 8.5 m. Using USB connection using Plug-and-play technology, to start a video conference, the device is enough to connect to a computer.
The GROUP system involves several placement options depending on the shape and size of the room, on the location of the furniture. The camera can either be mounted on a table or mounted on a rack by means of a standard threaded connection, or hung on a wall using the attached fasteners.
The GROUP video camera is equipped with a Zeiss lens with a viewing angle of 90 ° and autofocus. A two-axis controlled suspension with a smooth 260 ° pan and 130 ° tilt adjustment creates an almost circular view and allows you to show each participant in the meeting, the function of 10-fold zoom without loss of quality - to show close-up objects and information on a board, tablet, etc.
Remote control of camera functions - panning, tilting and scaling - allows the remote control. It is also used to adjust the volume level, answer calls, and end communication sessions.
Camera control and other actions can also be performed using intuitive button elements on the control panel located on the hands-free module. It is also equipped with two built-in wide-directional microphones and powerful audio dynamics. Echo cancellation and noise reduction functions provide sound transmission, reducing reverberation and background noise. The mobile interface module via Bluetooth and NFC wireless interfaces allows the Group system to be used as a speaker. The call information is displayed on the OLED display.
Model | BCC950 | Connect | Group |
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Camera | |||
Angle of sight, hail. | 78 | 90 | 90 |
Max, video quality | Full HD (1920x1080 points), 30 frames/s | ||
H.264 UVC encoding | 1,1 | 1,5 | 1,5 |
Zooming multiplicity | 1,8x | 4x | 10x |
Position Settings | pan: 180 °, tilt angle: 55 °, zoom using remote control or console | digital panning, tilting and zooming using the remote control, mechanical adjustment of tilting | pan: 260 °, tilt angle: 130 °, zoom using remote control or console |
Acoustic system | |||
Frequency range, Hz | 220–20000 | 140–16000 | n/a |
Maximum output power, dB | 80 (0.3 m) | 91.5 (0.5 m) | n/a |
Audible radius, m | 2,5 | 3,6 | 6 |
Microphones | |||
Quantity, type | 1, omnidirectional | 2, omnidirectional | 4 (+ 2), omnidirectional |
Frequency range, Hz | 200–8000 | n/a | 100–11000 |
Range, m | 2,5 | 3,6 | 6 (8) |
Remote control | |||
Range, m | n/a | 3 | 8,5 |
General characteristics | |||
Interfaces | USB 2,0 | USB 2,0, HDMI, Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi | USB 2,0, HDMI, Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi |
Battery life in video/audio mode, h | — | 42 217 | — |
Dimensions (ShxVxG), mm | 154х150х104 | hands-free device: 304,2x75x75, remote control: 41x128x9 | camera: 130x170x138, hands-free device: 240x65x240, hub: 94x34x74, remote control: 50x120x12, wall or table attachment: 210x120x99, remote microphones: 83x83x21 |
Weight, g | 568 | hands-free device: 766, remote control: 32 | camera: 585, hands-free device: 1223, hub: 83, remote control: 51, wall or table attachment: 255, remote microphones: 230 |
Supported Operating Systems | Windows 7 8,1 10, , ; MacOS X 10,7 and later |