Sony MAS-A100 beamforming POE+ ceiling microphone is a state-of-the-art speech reinforcement* and recording solution. Attaching and positioning lavalier microphones is time consuming, and handheld microphones restrict movement. However, the Beamforming Microphone is simply affixed to the ceiling, and is ready to use—leaving the orator location-free, hassle-free, and hands-free to focus on presenting. And what’s more, operation is totally contactless—reducing risk of infection for users (Loud-speaker system is required for speech reinforcement). The MAS-A100 has two channel outputs. The main channel provides speech reinforcement in a classroom environment, while the dedicated rec channel records with a wider capture range and optimal intelligibility—perfect for lecture capture and remote learning*. The dual-output channel enables true hybrid learning by providing speech reinforcement in the classroom and recording for remote learning simultaneously—to create a true hybrid learning solution. Supporting Dante and PoE, MAS-A100 links with third-party systems via a single cable connection. Auto-calibration streamlines system configuration, and settings can easily be adjusted via the network using free MASM-1 management software. 

Ceiling Microphone incorporates advanced noise-reduction technologies to minimize ambient noise. Stationary background noise arising from projectors and air conditioning is automatically detected and reduced. The MAS-A100 has a useful inbuilt volume normalization feature to maintain stable volume regardless of the distance between the presenter and the microphone. Automatic gain control adjusts the strength of the signal received to ensure clear and consistent sound. The microphone generates a test signal, which is captured by the loudspeakers. The system then calculates and configures the parameters for speech reinforcement. This calibration is required only on initial installation, minimizing time-consuming set-up and system maintenance.