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Product Overview
The Biamp Parle TCM-1 is an AVB Beamtracking pendant ceiling microphone for Tesira conferencing systems. As a pendant beamforming microphone with daisy-chain expansion for conference rooms and huddle rooms, it provides full 360-degree coverage for clear far-end meeting audio and is TAA compliant.
Product Description
The Parle TCM-1 is an AVB pendant microphone and plenum box. Each microphone includes Beamtracking technology with three 120-degree zones, providing full 360-degree coverage of the meeting space. The plenum box is equipped with an additional RJ-45 connector for daisy-chain connections; a maximum of three microphones are permitted per daisy chain (one TCM-1 or TCM-1A required, plus up to two TCM-1EX). The plenum box includes DSP for Beamtracking, the microphone height is user-adjustable, and the microphone is supplied in white.
Key Features
- Beamtracking microphone — Beamtracking actively tracks and intelligently mixes conversations across three 120-degree zones for 360-degree coverage.
- Plenum-box DSP — The plenum box includes DSP for Beamtracking.
- Daisy-chain expansion — An additional RJ-45 supports daisy-chaining up to three microphones (with up to two TCM-1EX).
- Adjustable height — The microphone height is user-adjustable, with an LED mute status indicator.
- Plenum rated — The microphone is evaluated to UL 2043 and suitable for use in air-handling spaces.
- TAA compliant — The microphone is compliant with the US Trade Agreements Act and covered by Biamp's five-year warranty.
Typical Applications
- Conference room
- Huddle room
- Boardroom
- Government space
Technical Specifications
| Type | AVB Beamtracking pendant ceiling microphone |
| Beamtracking Zones | Three 120-degree zones (360-degree coverage) |
| Microphone Technology | 8-element digital array |
| Frequency Response | 150 Hz - 16 kHz (+/-3 dB) |
| Maximum SPL | 106 dB (at 0.5% THD) |
| Plenum Box Power | PoE (IEEE 802.3at Class 3, 15.4W) |
| Max Distance | 330 ft (100 m) switch to plenum box; 33 ft (10 m) between plenum boxes |
| Daisy Chain | Up to three mics (one TCM-1/TCM-1A + up to two TCM-1EX) |
| Finish | White |
| Plenum Rating | Evaluated to UL 2043 for air-handling spaces |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, UL/C-UL, RoHS; TAA compliant |
| Warranty | Biamp 5-year warranty |
Competitor Comparison
| Capability | Biamp Parle TCM-1 | Shure / Sennheiser |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | Pendant Beamtracking microphone with plenum box | Shure MXA920 and Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 are flush/array ceiling mics |
| Pickup | Beamtracking, three 120-degree zones, 360-degree | MXA920 steerable lobes; TCC2 adaptive beamforming |
| Expansion | Daisy-chain up to three mics with TCM-1EX | Units networked individually |
| Platform | Native Tesira AVB | Dante/AES67 to external DSP |
| Compliance | TAA compliant; UL 2043 plenum rated | Plenum and TAA status vary by model |
| Mounting | Pendant with user-adjustable height | Flush or suspended array |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the TCM-1 pick up the room?
Beamtracking technology uses three 120-degree zones for full 360-degree coverage of the meeting space.
How many microphones can be daisy-chained?
Up to three per chain: one TCM-1 or TCM-1A plus up to two TCM-1EX expansion microphones.
Is it TAA compliant?
Yes. The TCM-1 is compliant with the US Trade Agreements Act and is UL 2043 plenum rated.
Is it covered by warranty?
Yes. It is covered by Biamp's five-year warranty.
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