What does the VB300 look like?

Tastes vary, but as the cherry on top of the cake, the VB300 is probably the most visually appealing video bar on the market. The dark space grey metallic housing with grey matt textile cover blends perfectly into any interior.

What connections does the VB300 have?

• USB-A for connection to a touch screen (optional)
• USB-B for camera and microphone use when connected to a conference room PC (not USB-C)
• USB-C as full feature input for camera and microphone use to laptop or conference room PC incl. 60W charging and video transmission
• Micro-USB for extension microphones (optional)
• Local HDMI input for additional source device or conference room PC
• RJ45 for connecting the camera to the local network (optional)
• HDMI output to TV

Does the VB300 have a microphone?

Each VB300 is equipped with a microphone that can be used on its own or in combination with a room microphone.

The microphones used in the video bar (4x MEMS digital microphones) support a range of 5 - 8 metres and an angle of 180°.They include AEC (acoustic echo cancellation), AGC (automatic gain control) and ANS (automatic noise reduction).

For larger tables and even better quality, we recommend using the Vuelogic extension microphones.

Does the VB300 have a camera?

Each VB300 is equipped with an intelligent 4K ePTZ camera with a 120° wide-angle lens. This captures the entire room and all participants using algorithms such as auto-framing and speaker and presenter tracking.

How is the video quality of the VB300?

The 120° wide-angle lens of the integrated 4K ePTZ camera resolves with an 8 megapixel CMOS sensor and ensures crisp and smooth video conferencing.

How is the audio quality of the VB300 and can I also use it as a soundbar?

The VB300 is equipped with two 5W stereo speakers for clear sound, excellent enunciation and perfect voice reproduction.

It can also be used as a classic sound bar, but does not support ARC via the HDMI output. The audio signal is fed in via the HDMI input as well as via all USB connections.

How do the AI features work and what are the settings?

Auto Framing is an AI option to intelligently zoom, pan and tilt so that everyone in the room is perfectly positioned in the picture.

Speaker Tracking is an AI option to intelligently focus on the person speaking. If more than one person is speaking, the system automatically switches between speakers.

Presenter Tracking is an AI option to intelligently track the presenter so that they are in the best position on the screen, even if they are constantly moving.

How is the VB300 connected?

The VB300 can be used in different ways.

First connect the respective connection cables based on your preferred use and then connect the camera to the power supply.

How is the VB300 mounted?

The VB300 has a pre-mounted stand and can be used either free-standing or wall-mounted using a bracket.

Note: Before installation, make sure that the VB300 is disconnected from the power source. 

How to install the VB300 on the wall:

• If necessary, drill holes in the wall and insert the enclosed dowels. Then fix the wall plate using the mounting screws supplied
• Remove the stand of the VB300
• Attach the wall adapter to the VB300
• Hang the VB300 with the wall adapter in the previously mounted wall plate on the wall.

Is the VB300 installed on top or underneath the TV?

Both are possible without any problems. The only difference is the viewing angle of the camera on the meeting participants during a video conference. 

To help you decide, here is an impression of the camera perspective for both options.

How big is the VB300?

The VB300 is 700mm in width, 90mm in height and 127mm in depth. For a better impression, we give you an overview here in comparison to different TV sizes.

How does the VB300 setup work?

Note: Remove the plastic covering from the camera lens!

Before setting up the VB300, please ensure that all cables are connected according to your desired use. Further setup and configuration of the VB300 is then done via the web GUI.

The web GUI, specially developed for the VB300, allows all settings to be made. Access is via the web browser, e.g. Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc.

How do I access the web UI?

1. Connect the Ethernet port of the VB300 to a local network. (Make sure that a DHCP server is available in the network so that the VB300 can obtain a valid IP address)
2. Connect a PC to the same network as the VB300
3. Enter the IP address of the device in the browser and press the Enter key. The IP address will be displayed on the VB300‘s start screen in the lower right corner on the TV.

Note: The default IP mode for this unit is DHCP

4.  Enter the user name and password (default user name and password: admin) and click „Login“ to access the main page.

The main page contains the tabs „Overview“, „Camera“, „Settings“ and „Support“.

• Overview:
  Provides basic information about the device
• Camera:
  Provides settings for camera parameters
• Settings:
  Provides basic settings for video, Wi-Fi, BYOD, etc
• Support:
  Provides firmware update functions and device information

How do I change the settings of the VB300?

The integrated web GUI is ideal for administrators to set up and control specific user settings. Video and tracking features can be set up, custom home screens can be uploaded, WAP settings can be configured, and remote reboot and FW upload for support are available.

Can I customise the VB300 home screen?

Using the integrated web GUI, you can upload a customised start screen of your company in 1080p and freely define the colour of the OSD menu. 

For easy design, you can obtain a template in Photoshop format on our website help.purelink.de.

Do I need to install software drivers to use the VB300?

The VB300 is automatically detected by the most common applications. The camera and microphone can then be selected in the respective application and are ready for use.

The use of the USB-C dongle also works directly via the USB-C output of the laptop/Macbook via Plug & Play without running software in the background.

AirPlay and Miracast are supported without using the dongles.

When do I need a wireless dongle?

Some users do not feel comfortable with keyboard combinations and system settings on the laptop/Macbook. 
In this case, the Plug & Play dongle that is simply plugged into the USB-C port helps. As soon as the dongle flashes, it is detected and the user can share his screen by pressing the dongle.

How do I set up the wireless dongle?

Preparatory step: Before using the dongle for the first time, plug it into the USB-C port on the right side of the VB300 for pairing. Wait for the confirmation „Successfully Paired“ on the TV.

Step 1: Plug the dongle into your PC or laptop.

Step 2: Press the button on the dongle as soon as the LED stops flashing.

Why is there no USB-C cable included?

As each installation and cable length requirements are different, we ship the VB300 without USB-C cables. We recommend using PureLink PI6000 cables for lengths between 1 - 5 metres and FiberX FX-I600 cables for longer distances of 5 - 20 metres.

For which customer group is the VB300 suitable?

The VB300 is ideal for corporate clients and service providers looking for a flexible and high-quality collaboration and video conferencing solution. The VB300 is the only device needed to conduct outstanding video conferencing and wireless collaboration in a conference room.

The VB300 is the ideal product for anyone requiring premium video and audio quality combined with ease of use and a competitive pricepoint.

For which room is the VB300 suitable?

The VB300 is ideal for small and medium-sized conference rooms. The microphones have a range of 5 - 8 metres and the PTZ camera has a 120° angle of view with 5x digital zoom.

How do I use the VB300 on a daily basis?

The VB300 has various application options as in the connection variants mentioned here.

For full use for video conferencing – incl. camera and microphone – the VB300 is connected via a conference room PC or via USB-C with laptop/ MacBook.

• The user logs in to the video conference via his preferred software solution
• In addition, visitors or conference participants can present and share their content wirelessly via Airplay, Miracast or USB-C dongle
• When using the USB-C dongle, BYOD works directly via the USB-C output of the laptop/Macbook via Plug & Play without running software in the background. AirPlay and Miracast are supported without using the dongles.

How can I share presentations wirelessly via the VB300?

With screen mirroring support, the VB300 allows users to wirelessly stream multimedia content from their mobile devices on any HDMI display via Windows, Airplay Mirroring and Miracast. 

For meeting participants who do not know the meeting room or for larger conference rooms, the USB-C dongle is the ideal way to share content. Two dongles can be used for simultaneous collaboration.

	Using Apple devices   Step 1: Connect your iPhone/iPad/Mac to the network where the device is running. Step 2: Open the Control Centre on your Apple device, tap the Screen Mirroring icon to select the appropriate mirroring device from the pop-up menu. Note: For screen mirroring from Apple devices, please use the remote control to control the volume of the VB300.
	Using Android Phones   Using the Samsung Galaxy series as an example: Step 1: Activate the Wi-Fi or WLAN function of your mobile device. Step 2: Swipe down from the top of your mobile device and tap the SmartView or Projection icon to select the appropriate mirroring device from the Connect pop-up menu.
	Using Windows-PCs   Step 1: Activate the Wi-Fi or WLAN option of your PC. Step 2: On your PC, press the combination keys „Windows+K“ to select the corresponding mirroring device from the pop-up menu.
	Using the Dongle   Preparatory step: Plug the dongle into the Type-C connector on the right side of the VB300 to pair. Wait for the confirmation „Successfully Paired“ on the TV. Step 1: Plug the dongle into your PC or laptop. Step 2: Press the button as soon as the LED stops flashing.

What does automatic signal switching mean?

With the automatic signal switching feature you can easily and quickly select a source.

1. When the screen mode is set to „single screen“ (default setting),the signal switching follows the Last-In-First-Out rule. When a new video source is input in single screen mode, the VB300 outputs it to the display screen.

2. When two video sources are displayed in dual-view (split screen), connect a new video source input to the VB300: If there is a maximum of one hardware video source (HDMI/USB-C) among three sources, the newest input source replaces the source that has been on the screen the longest; or the newest input source replaces the previous hardware video source.

3. When all video sources are removed, the VB300 will show the Home Screen Connection Guide.

What does BYOD (Bring your own Device) mean with the VB300?

When using the USB-C dongle, BYOD works with the VB300 directly from the USB-C output of the laptop/Macbook via Plug & Play without running software in the background. AirPlay and Miracast are supported without using the dongle.

What does BYOM (Bring your own Meeting) mean with the VB300?

BYOM (use of existing camera and microphone technology)

The VB300 has a USB-C port and transmits the signals of camera and microphone via USB-C to the laptop/Macbook incl. 60W charging and video transmission.

VB300 vs Videobars

Classic videobars only have built-in camera, speaker and microphone technology. Wireless transmission and sharing of screen content is only possible with additional hardware. 
The VB300 has all the features of a videobar plus the features of a wireless presentation system. This eliminates the need for additional high-maintenance conference hardware. Many of the well-known video bars do not support interactive screens. With the VB300, users can also use touch displays in the conference room to operate their connected laptop from there. 
*Connection via USB-C
Video bars are not an all-in-one solution and this makes them much more complicated to use for many users.

VB300 vs Wireless Presentation Systems

Wireless Presentation Systems only support wireless transmission and sharing of screen content. The VB300 has all the features of a Wireless Presentation System, plus built-in camera, speaker and microphone technology. This eliminates the need for additional high-maintenance conferencing hardware.
Many of the well-known Wireless Presentation Systems do not support interactive screens. With the VB300, users can also use touch displays in the conference room to operate their connected laptop from there. *Connection via USB-C
Many of the well-known Wireless Presentation Systems are not Plug & Play solutions and require additional software for use. The VB300 is a true Plug & Play solution without running software in the background.
Wireless Presentation Systems are not an all-in-one solution and the use is therefore much more complicated for many users.

VB300 vs Apple TV

Apple TV is only a solution for users who use macOS and IOS devices in the conference room. Users and guests who rely on Microsoft Windows cannot use Apple TV. The VB300 is open to both groups of users.
Apple TV only supports BYOD, sharing your own screen on the conference room display. The VB300 also supports BYOM, i.e. connecting the conference room camera and conference room microphone. *When connected via USB-C 
No interactive screens are supported by Apple TV. With the VB300, users can also use touch displays in the conference room to operate their connected laptop from there. 
*When connected via USB-C
Apple TV only allows one user to share content on the screen. The VB300 offers the possibility for up to two users to mirror their screen simultaneously.

VB300 vs Miracast

The Miracast standard on Windows allows a user to share content. MacOS or iOS users cannot use this solution in the conference room. With the VB300, Apple users can also use their devices for a wireless presentation. Either the USB-C dongle or the AirPlay function integrated in the VB300 can be used for this.
Miracast only supports BYOD, i.e. sharing one‘s own screen on the conference room display. The VB300 also supports BYOM, i.e. connecting the conference room camera and the conference room microphone. *When connected via USB-C

VB300 vs Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter

Here, the VB300 offers the same advantages as compared to Miracast. The VB300 offers both Windows and Apple users the option of sharing content wirelessly.
The Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter does not support the BYOM function. The VB300, on the other hand, allows the room camera, room speakers and room microphone to be used in a video call on the user‘s own laptop. *When connected via USB-C