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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about conferencing with Express

 

Getting started

Express Virtual Meetings offers DIY or operator-assisted audio conferencing and web conferencing services. Our conference system supports:

  1. Audio Conferencing: a do-it-yourself conferencing option
  2. Operator Connect: an operator dials participants into conference and is on the call for support if needed
  3. Talent Connect: an operator manages celebrity interview schedules
  4. Event Connect: host any large conference call such as your earnings call or annual board meeting
  5. Web Conferencing: share screens, work on documents together in real time and see each other via webcam using online conferencing technology
  6. HD Video Conferencing: connect multiple sites using H.323 protocols or web RTC to deliver the highest quality audio and video available on a wide range of VC room systems. 

On-demand audio conferencing is a do-it-yourself conference call service. There are no bookings necessary, no contracts and no downloads. Audio conferencing allows you to schedule a call with your team or clients across multiple locations at any time. You simply:

  • choose a date and time for the conference
  • invite your participants
  • advise your participants of the dial-in numbers and guest code
  • start conferencing

A managed conference call allows you to focus on your meeting agenda rather than its logistics. There is no need for dial-in codes and guest codes as the operator connects participants as required. The operator can also implement a range of valuable conference call features on your behalf.

You can fill out this form and one of our operators will contact you to set up your account. Sign up today for 7 days free conferencing.


Audio Conferencing

A conference call enables you to talk to multiple people all over the world at the same time via telephone.

The attendees join the meeting by using the relevant dial-in number and access code, depending on whether they are the host or a guest. You can read our getting started guide here. 

You do not need to book an audio or web conferencing service, but you do need to book an Operator Connect, Talent Connect or Event Connect service.

The host gives their guests the Guest Access Code and the list of dial-in numbers. Everybody then dials in to the conference from wherever they are in the world using their relevant dial-in number. The host enters the Host Access Code and the guests enter the Guest Access Code to start conferencing!

You can add additional conference groups to your account so that multiple conferences can be held at the same time. Separating your conferences by providing staff with individual Host Codes ensures you can track usage and costs more effectively.

Participants can dial in from any country in the world. If your country isn't on our dial-in numbers list, please contact us for alternative instructions.

All you need to conference is a telephone. It can be either a mobile or landline telephone, although calls from mobiles may incur additional charges from your mobile provider.

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The host is able to place all guests on mute by pressing 250#. They can be unmuted by pressing 200#. Individuals can mute and unmute themselves by pressing *6. Groups can be customised to automatically start in 'Presentation Mode' or 'Discussion Mode'. To change your standard settings, please call us on 1300 742 024.

Your phone will function as if you were on any other call.

Simply dial into the conference at any time and a tone will tell the others that someone has joined the conference.

If you lose your phone connection, just redial the dial-in number and follow the prompts.

The conferencing system can accommodate up to 1000 participants in one conference call. However, if you need to hold an event for over 30 people, please call us so we can ensure you have the best conferencing experience.

Each participant will need:

  • The time and date of your meeting
  • The dial-in phone number or a list of dial in numbers
  • Their Guest Access Code

First of all, make sure you have international roaming enabled on your Australian mobile phone.

When using roaming overseas, you can use your Australian mobile to dial in to conference using this Australian dial-in number: +61 3 8687 0634.

We are the first company to own a high-definition voice audio conferencing bridge located in Australia. Our ability to provide high-definition audio means you can experience crisp, crystal-clear audio in every conference.


Video Conferencing

Our VC solutions allow you to collaborate visually from anywhere in the world. Host fast online video conferences with our easy-to-use and reliable platform vmeet.express, or choose our HD Video Rooms service for huddle room and conference room solutions that require the highest quality video and audio. 

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Call security

There are a number of ways to prevent unwanted participants:

  • keep your access codes secure
  • request new dial-in access codes when staff leave
  • only issue conference start times and dates to those participants you want in attendance
  • once guests have entered the conference, the host can lock and unlock the conference by pressing *7
  • the host can hear how many parties have joined by pressing *0*6*6 and can return to the conference by pressing *9
  • you can book an Operator Connect conference so that only the participants on the list you provide are connected to the call

No, the default settings for all groups give a short tone to signal any new participant entering your conference. These settings can be customised at your request, such as name announcement upon entry.


Costs

The price of your conference will depend on where your participants are dialling in from and what number they are dialling. View our pricing page here or contact us on 1300 849 300 for more information.

Participants using the toll-free dial-in number on a landline will not be charged. The use of a mobile phone may incur charges from the mobile phone carrier. If participants use a local dial-in number from outside the local calling area in Australia or internationally, they will incur long distance charges on their phone bill. For operator-assisted calls, participants are not charged as the operator is dialling them in to the call.

There are no monthly fees for any of our conferencing services. We do charge a cancellation and after-hours fee for managed conferences. Contact us for more information. 

We’ve changed our national dial-in number to improve conferencing access for all customers.

As of December 1 2017, we will have a new Australia-wide dial-in number that replaces the previous toll free 1800 dial-in number. Our new 1300 national dial-in number reduces the likelihood of restrictions, making conferencing more accessible to all users, as some business landline and mobile users experience restrictions when using 1800 numbers.