The Sorenson VP-200 videophone leverages the company's leading video communication technology to provide the most natural and accurate experience available for deaf individuals to communicate with the hearing world. be contacted directly by placing a point-to-point call with the videophone. The VP-200 leads the industry in video image quality, which is crucial for enabling American Sign Language (ASL) users to easily read facial expressions and hand motions. Key deaf-friendly features, which are only available on the VP-200 videophone include: -- LightRing(TM): acts like a visual caller ID and allows VP-200 users to assign a unique light pattern to incoming calls -- Pan/tilt/zoom camera: VP-200 remote control allows users to remain seated while adjusting the videophone's camera lens with the Pan/tilt/zoom feature to better view themselves and the individuals that they call -- Highest video quality: incredibly clear video quality for viewing quick hand signs, finger spelling, facial expressions and other key nuances of sign language "The VP-200 has been in development for more than three years and there has been a tremendous positive response from our beta testers," said Pat Nola, President and CEO of Sorenson Communications. "It is another example of Sorenson Communications' commitment to bridging the signing and hearing worlds by offering innovative products and services that improve the quality of life for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals." VP-200s are now being used in all the Sorenson VRS Interpreting Centers across the nation. Every Sorenson VRS interpreter uses a VP-200 videophone when conducting video relay calls. The VP-200 videophones at the centers ensures that all Sorenson VRS calls are interpreted using the highest quality video, which sets Sorenson VRS apart from other VRS services in the industry.Soreson