Crestron DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK – PoE Microphone and Speaker Pod for DM NAX Audio

Product Overview

The Crestron DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK is a PoE-powered tabletop microphone and speaker pod designed for use with the Crestron DM NAX Intelligent Audio platform. It provides a self-contained conferencing and paging audio solution that combines a directional microphone and a speaker in a single compact unit, powered and controlled entirely over a standard PoE network connection.

Product Description

The DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK eliminates the need for separate microphone, speaker, and amplifier cabling in conference rooms and collaborative spaces. Using the DM NAX AV-over-IP audio architecture, audio is distributed and managed over the IP network, with the pod receiving power from a PoE switch and audio data from the DM NAX system. The microphone element captures participant speech for conferencing and voice lift applications, while the integrated speaker delivers audio from remote participants, paging messages, or content. The pod's tabletop form factor makes it suitable for conference table deployment in rooms of varied sizes.

Key Features

• Integrated directional microphone and speaker in a single pod
• PoE powered — single cable for power and network audio
• Designed for Crestron DM NAX Intelligent Audio platform
• AV-over-IP audio distribution via standard IP network
• Tabletop form factor for conference table deployment
• Supports conferencing, voice lift, and paging applications
• Eliminates separate mic, speaker, and amp cabling infrastructure

Typical Applications

• Conference room and huddle space microphone and speaker deployment
• Voice lift systems in training rooms and lecture halls
• Corporate paging and intercom systems using DM NAX audio infrastructure
• Multi-room audio distribution where tabletop pick-up and playback is required
• Unified communications integration with UC platforms over DM NAX

Technical Specifications

• Model: DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK
• Power: PoE (Power over Ethernet)
• Network Interface: Ethernet (RJ-45)
• Audio Platform: Crestron DM NAX Intelligent Audio
• Integrated Components: Directional microphone, speaker
• Form Factor: Tabletop pod
• Distribution: AV-over-IP (DM NAX)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What switch is required to power the DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK?
A: The pod requires a PoE-capable switch. Crestron PoE switches such as the CEN-SWPOE-12 or CEN-SWPOE-52 are recommended for DM NAX deployments to ensure compatibility and network QoS management.

Q: How many DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK pods can be used in a single space?
A: Multiple pods can be deployed in the same room to improve microphone coverage and audio distribution. The DM NAX platform manages mixing and routing across multiple pods. Consult Crestron's DM NAX system design guidelines for room-specific recommendations.

Q: Is this pod compatible with third-party conferencing platforms?
A: The DM-NAX-POD-MIC-SPK operates within the DM NAX ecosystem. Integration with UC platforms such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom is managed through the broader DM NAX and Crestron room control infrastructure rather than directly from the pod.