Polycom Broadens Integrated Conference Room Solutions with Flexible Op

Polycom Broadens Integrated Conference Room Solutions with Flexible Options for Any Meeting Environment

    Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

    PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 26, 2005--

Polycom Conference Room Solutions Offer Choice of Video Conferencing Systems with High-Fidelity Audio Systems, the Latest Flat Screen Displays and Sleek Furniture Designs
    Polycom(R), Inc. (Nasdaq:PLCM), the world's leading provider of unified collaborative communications solutions, today announced new Polycom Conference Room Solutions, integrated systems for meeting rooms that combine a choice of video conferencing systems with high-fidelity audio technology, high-resolution flat screen displays and sleek furniture options for standalone or custom-room environments. The integrated solutions are designed specifically for optimal performance video conferencing applications and provide customers with options for nearly any type of meeting environment.
    "Increasingly, customers are looking for complete, integrated solutions that they can easily customize to meet their specific conferencing needs with respect to performance, technology and aesthetics," said Ed Ellett, senior vice president and general manager of video communications at Polycom. "Polycom Conference Room Solutions give customers flexibility to choose their video conference system, select from a range of displays, including large dual plasma configurations or smaller LCD panels, and have those delivered in sleek furniture that can be installed in the room or moved between rooms. Customers now have the power of choice."
    Polycom Conference Room Solutions are available in multiple configurations and can be paired with any Polycom VSX(TM) video conferencing system or the Polycom V500(TM). Solutions include wall-mountable systems with plasma displays (single or dual) or mobile cart solutions that include displays (single or dual plasma, LCD or CRT) and secure cabinets for audio and video system components that can be easily moved between rooms.
    All VSX video conferencing systems offer excellent audio with Polycom's StereoSurround(TM) and Siren(TM)14 technology, and industry-leading video with Polycom's TV-quality ProMotion(TM). VSX systems are standards-based and work seamlessly in any H.320, H.323 or SIP video conferencing environment.

    Examples of Polycom Conference Room Solutions include:

--	Polycom Executive Collection -- Includes a VSX 8800 video conferencing system, Polycom PowerCam(TM) Plus PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) camera, single or dual 50 or 61-inch plasma displays (wall mountable or as part of an integrated stand and furniture cabinet), a 240-watt stereo audio system, and a sleek, secure furniture cabinet to house system components (and displays if desired). System pricing starts at US$49,000.
--	Polycom Media Center -- Includes single or dual 32-inch LCD displays or 42-inch plasma displays, a 240-watt stereo audio system, and a sleek, secure furniture cart to house system components, and that can be moved easily for position or as a shared resource. Ideal with the VSX 7000 series or VSX 8000 series. System pricing starts at US$6,299.
--	Polycom Media Cart -- Includes single or dual 32-inch LCD displays and a secure furniture cart to house system components, that can be moved easily for position or as a shared resource. Ideal with the VSX 6000 or 7000 series. System pricing starts at US$5,099.
--	Polycom Video Cart -- Includes single 32" CRT and a mobile utility cart to house system components. Ideal with the VSX 6000. System pricing starts at US$1,799.
--	Polycom Wall Mount Solution -- Includes single or dual 32" LCDs with a built-in shelf that can house any VSX system or PowerCam camera. Ideal with the VSX 7000 series or VSX 8000 series. System pricing starts at US$3,850.

    Availability

    Polycom's new Conference Room Solutions are scheduled to be available in May 2005 through Polycom Certified Partners authorized to sell Polycom video conferencing systems. The Polycom Wall Mount Solution is scheduled to be available in June 2005.
    Polycom reserves the right to modify future product plans at any time. Products and/or related specifications referenced in this press release are not guaranteed, and will be delivered on a when and if available basis.

    About Polycom

    Polycom, Inc. is the worldwide leader in unified collaborative communications (UCC) that maximize the efficiency and productivity of people and organizations by integrating the broadest array of video, voice, data and Web solutions to deliver the ultimate communications experience. Polycom's high quality, standards-based conferencing and collaboration solutions are easy to deploy and manage, as well as intuitive to use. Supported by an open architecture, they integrate seamlessly with leading telephony and presence-based networks. With its market driving technologies, best-in-class products, alliance partnerships, and world-class service, Polycom is the smart choice for organizations seeking proven solutions and a competitive advantage in real-time communications and collaboration. For additional information call 1-800-POLYCOM (765-9266) or +1-408-526-9000, or visit the Polycom website at www.polycom.com.

    Polycom and the Polycom logo are registered trademarks and VSX, V500, Siren, StereoSurround and PowerCam are trademarks of Polycom in the U.S. and various countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. (C)2005, Polycom, Inc. All rights reserved.

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CONTACT: Polycom, Inc. Kevin Young, 925-924-5706 kyoung@polycom.com

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