Multicast settings, K the, Multicast – ClearOne Collaborate Desktop User Guide User Manual
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M
ULTICAST
S
ETTINGS
The Multicast Settings contain the default configuration for sending video and audio to
Participants and public viewers. These settings are only applicable for
To access the Multicast Settings:
1. In the Control menu, choose Settings.
-or-
Open the Drawer and click the Settings tab.
2. Click the Calls and Multicast tabs.
NOTE: The default Multicast settings are recommended for most
Multicast conditions. Change them ONLY after consultation with your
system administrator.
Multicast IP Address
The destination IP address for the Interactive Multicast. All
participants in the session transmit and receive from this
common IP address. This address must be a class D address in
the range of 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255.
Max. Participants
The maximum number of participants that may participate in a
Multicast session initiated by your system.
Bandwidth
The maximum bandwidth for Interactive Multicasts. The actual
bandwidth will depend on the amount of available bandwidth
during the session.
Video Format
The video coding standard that all parties in the Multicast are
capable of using - H.264, H.263 and H.261. H.264 and H.263
provide better video quality, especially at low bit rate
transmissions.
However, some video systems do not support H.264 or H.263. If
at least one Participant's system does not support these
standards, or you are not sure, select H.261.
NOTE: If you select a codec unsupported by any of the participants, that
participant will not be able to participate in the session.
Time to Live
The maximum number of routers that the Session's packets may
pass through.