User Manual

As shown above, all CS-700 models include integrated audio and video (mics, speakers, and camera).

In addition, all versions of the CS-700 can be configured, monitored, and managed over IP. The system

also offers a web user interface, and can provide SNMP traps to external monitoring systems. These are

power features of great interest to enterprise clients that are not offered by many competing solutions.

All versions of the CS-700 can be configured, monitored, and managed over IP.

The CS-700SP and CS-700DS models also support SIP audio including a robust set of call handing features

(make a call, answer a call, place call on hold, resume call, transfer call, forwarding, do not disturb,

redial, caller ID, speed-dial, and more), support for two SIP calls, the ability to bridge SIP and USB calls,

and server-based central provisioning. Integrated SIP support, controlled via API commands, is another

power feature not found on many competing group add-on solutions.

Finally, the CS-700DL and CS-700DS models support DisplayLink, a technology that transports audio,

video, and content signals over a single USB connection. The DisplayLink implementation supports dual

displays via HDMI from the CS-700 to the display, eliminating the need for a separate HDMI connection

between the host PC and the CS-700 or the display. This is yet another CS-700 power feature.

The most basic version, the CS-700AV, is currently available for purchase from Revolabs / Yamaha

channel partners for US $1,299 (MSRP). The other CS-700 versions are expected to ship during the first

half of 2018.

For this assessment, Revolabs provided a pre-shipping version of the CS-700AV. Therefore, we were

unable to test the SIP and DisplayLink capabilities expected to be offered on the other CS-700 variants.

Installing the Yamaha CS-700

The installation of the CS-700 was both quick and easy, requiring only the physical installation of the

device, and the connection of three cables – power, Ethernet, and USB.

We were pleased that all connections are made at the back of the unit, and that the connectors are

positioned and angled sideways to allow for an easy and tidy installation. We also appreciate that the

system includes a long USB 3.0 cable which allows the video sound bar to be placed quite a distance

from the host PC. Cable management nuances like these are often ignored by hardware manufacturers.