Neat Center – 360 Companion Camera for Neat Systems

Product Overview

The Neat Center is a 360° companion camera and microphone device that extends a primary Neat Bar or Neat Board for larger or table-centric meeting rooms. It adds three cameras for a full 360° view and a 16-microphone omnidirectional beamforming array, automatically switching audio and video between the Center and the main device based on who is speaking. As a 360° video conferencing camera and companion device, it improves remote participant engagement on Zoom Rooms or Microsoft Teams and installs with a single PoE network cable.

Product Description

Neat Center sits at the center of the table to give remote attendees a complete view of the room, which is useful when in-room participants turn toward each other or away from the main wall-mounted Neat device. Its three 8MP cameras each cover a 162° horizontal field of view for a combined 360° picture, with automatic people framing that detects, frames, and follows participants. The device extends Neat Symmetry so each in-room person can be shown individually to the far end.

For audio, a 16-microphone omnidirectional beamforming array picks up voices from every direction across the room, and the system intelligently switches between the Center and the primary Neat device so the clearest source is always used. Echo cancellation, noise suppression, automatic gain control, and dereverberation keep speech intelligible. An LED ring indicates active or idle status. Setup stays simple with a single network and power cable over PoE, and the device can sit on the table, mount overhead, or attach to a tripod via a standard 1/4-20 thread.

Neat Center is a companion device and requires a primary Neat system such as the Neat Bar Pro, Neat Bar 2, Neat Board Pro, or Neat Board 50. A PoE power supply may be required and is sold separately. For lifecycle coverage, see Neat Pulse Pro for Neat Center.

Key Features

• 360° Triple-Camera View — Three 8MP cameras with 162° fields of view combine for full-room coverage.
• 16-Microphone Beamforming Array — Omnidirectional pickup captures voices from any direction.
• Intelligent Audio Switching — Automatically selects the Center or the primary Neat device based on who is speaking.
• Extends Neat Symmetry — Frames and follows each in-room participant for balanced remote views.
• Single-Cable PoE Install — One network and power cable over PoE simplifies deployment.
• Flexible Placement — Table, overhead, or tripod mounting via a 1/4-20 thread.
• LED Status Ring — Indicates active or idle device state at a glance.
• Physical Security — Kensington-compatible lock slot and orientation sensor.

Typical Applications

• Conference room — Adds 360° coverage to a primary Neat Bar or Board.
• Boardroom — Captures participants seated around a large table.
• Training room — Improves remote views of in-room discussion.
• Multi-purpose room — Flexible placement for varied layouts.
• Commercial meeting space — Table-centered camera and audio for inclusive hybrid meetings.

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the Neat Center device sheet and Neat product specifications. Confirm current details with the manufacturer before final system design.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Neat Center work on its own?
No. It is a companion device that requires a primary Neat system such as Neat Bar, Bar Pro, Bar 2, Board, Board Pro, or Board 50.

What does it add to a room?
A 360° three-camera view and a 16-microphone array centered on the table, with automatic switching between the Center and the main device for the best audio and video.

How is it powered and installed?
It uses a single PoE network and power cable. A PoE power supply may be required and is sold separately. It can sit on a table, mount overhead, or attach to a tripod.

Does it support 4K video?
No. It delivers Full HD 1080p at 30 fps from its three 8MP cameras.

How does it handle several people speaking?
The 16-microphone beamforming array prioritizes active speakers and reduces background noise, switching automatically with the primary device for the clearest audio.

How is it managed and supported?
It is managed through Neat Pulse, with extended coverage available via Neat Pulse Pro for Neat Center. Contact Creation Networks at sales@creationnetworks.net for deployment support.