The ATND1061DAN Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone can be used singly or in multiples for larger meeting spaces. Proprietary voice activity detection (VAD) technology enables the microphone to discern between a voice and unwanted noises such as paper shuffling. Six individual output channels can be configured with up to 32 user-defined microphone pickup zones. With its two network ports, the ATND1061DAN allows Dante audio and microphone control data to be sent together over a single category cable or separately over two cables. For 2024, the company introduced major upgrades with its latest firmware update, including VISCA (Video System Control Architecture) over IP and Voice Lift technology. VISCA offers synchronized control of multiple video peripherals, improving interoperability and meeting equality. Using VISCA over IP, users can position the camera to match with the audio captured by the ATND1061. This creates a more natural experience in hybrid calls, improving meeting equity, especially for those at the farthest distance, equaling the experience of an un-aided listener sitting closer to the talker. Simply put, Voice Lift technology improves the communication environment in a space where voices don’t carry (i.e. larger rooms). It’s not sound amplification throughout a room–just a subtle lift for the areas where it’s more difficult to hear the speaker. The technology also alleviates speaker and listener fatigue. The person speaking doesn’t need to strain to be heard, and the people in the back of the room don’t need to strain to listen. Easy to set up and use, Voice Lift greatly improves the user and integration experiences for those employing the ATND1061 in large spaces.
