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Biamp Parlé TCM-1A White AVB Beamtracking Ceiling Microphone
- Platforms
- TAA Compliant
Priceon request
QuotationWithin 1 working day
DeliveryConfirmed with your quote, based on stock
Overview
The Biamp Parlé TCM-1A White is a white ceiling pendant microphone with Beamtracking and a PoE+ plenum box containing a two-channel amplifier. It covers 360 degrees through three 120-degree zones and can be daisy-chained for up to three microphones. Suited to boardrooms, ministry meeting rooms and university seminar rooms across Qatar where ceiling pickup is preferred. Request a quote.
What the Parlé TCM-1A White does in a meeting room
The Parlé TCM-1A White is a ceiling-mounted pendant microphone with a PoE+ plenum box from Biamp's Parlé range. Mounted in the ceiling, the white pendant captures speech from across the room without microphones on the table. Its Beamtracking technology divides pickup into three 120-degree zones, so coverage spans the full 360 degrees around the pendant and the system mixes conversations from the zone where people are speaking.
Key facts that matter when specifying it
The microphone uses an 8-element digital array with beamformed pickup, a frequency response of 150 Hz to 16 kHz within ±3 dB, and a maximum SPL of 106 dB at 0.5% THD. Its mute indicator shows green or red, so participants can see the mute state at a glance.
The plenum box carries the amplifier. It takes power over the network cable under IEEE 802.3at Class 3 (15.4 W), and it has two channels with 4 W continuous per channel when both are driven, or 8 W when one is. Burst mode handles peaks, with up to 40 W per channel into 4 Ω or 30 W into 8 Ω. An internal limiter and software-selectable power versus channel count give the installer control over the amplifier.
Where it fits in Qatar
Three situations suit this model well:
- Ministry and authority boardrooms. A long table in a Doha ministry or authority meeting room, where participants sit at different distances from the centre, benefits from ceiling pickup that follows the speaker rather than relying on one desk unit.
- Hybrid meetings with teams abroad. When an office in West Bay or Msheireb connects to colleagues overseas, a ceiling microphone keeps the remote audience hearing the whole room without people leaning toward a device.
- University seminar and training rooms. In a seminar room in Education City, the pendant can cover students at the back as well as the presenter, with the microphone height adjusted to suit the room.
What to plan before installation
Plan the ceiling void before ordering. The plenum box measures 51 mm high, 178 mm wide and 181 mm deep, and it weighs 1.1 kg; the microphone measures 51 mm high by 63 mm wide and deep and weighs 0.2 kg. The UL 2043 evaluation confirms suitability for air handling spaces, but the source data for this model does not list an operating temperature range, so confirm the environment with the SmartRooms Qatar team before fixing equipment in a hot ceiling void.
Network design matters as much as mounting. Each plenum box connects to a PoE-capable switch up to 100 m away, and daisy-chained plenum boxes are limited to 10 m between units. Only three microphones are permitted per daisy chain: one TCM-1 or TCM-1A and up to two TCM-1EX. The microphone cable is 3 m long, and an optional tile bridge accessory is available for tile-grid ceilings.
Ordering from SmartRooms Qatar
This is the white pendant, item 920-00493-20000. It carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty and is TAA compliant. SmartRooms Qatar supplies and delivers to all 8 municipalities of Qatar, offers free site surveys to check ceiling layout and switch capacity, and works with LPOs and government tenders. Request a quote. Quotations usually arrive within one working day, and lead times are confirmed with the quotation based on stock.
Highlights
- Beamtracking across three 120-degree zones for 360-degree pickup
- PoE+ plenum box with two-channel Class D amplifier
- Up to three microphones per daisy chain over RJ-45
- Evaluated to UL 2043 for air handling spaces
- User-adjustable height and LED mute status indicator
- 5-year warranty and TAA compliant
Room fit
Tell us the room size and platform (Teams, Zoom or BYOD) and we confirm the right combination with your quotation.
Estimated timeline
Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.
Specifications
10 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026
GENERAL5
- Height
- Microphone: 2 inches (51 mm) Plenum Box: 2 inches (51 mm)
- Width
- Microphone: 2.5 inches (63 mm) Plenum Box: 7 inches (178 mm)
- Depth
- Microphone: 2.5 inches (63 mm) Plenum Box: 7.125 inches (181 mm)
- Weight
- Microphone: 0.4 lbs (0.2 kg) Plenum Box: 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
- Included Accessories
- PLENUM BOX (included): Connectors: Two RJ-45: one between TCM-1 plenum box and switch, the other between TCM-1 plenum box and additional TCM-1EX plenum box; 2-pin 3.5 mm Phoenix connector to TCM-1 microphone Power: PoE (IEEE 802.3at Class 3, 15.4W) Indicators: Power Indicator (Green/Yellow/Red LED) Digital Interface: Custom/Proprietary Max Distance Between Devices: 330 feet (100 meters) from switch to TCM-1 plenum box; 33 feet (10 meters) for daisy-chained connections between TCM plenum boxes
AMPLIFIER1
- Amplifier
- AMPLIFIER: Number of Channels: 2 Connectors: 4-pin 5.08 mm Phoenix connectors Amplifier Topology: Class D Burst Power Output (per ANSI/CTA-2006-B @ 1kHz): 4Ω (per channel): 40W, 8Ω (per channel): 30W Continuous Power Output: Single Channel Driven, (4Ω, 8Ω): 8W, Dual Channel Driven (4Ω, 8Ω): 4W THD+N (20Hz-20kHz, at continuous power): < 0.3% Frequency Response (20Hz-20kHz): ± 1dB Dynamic Range (20Hz-20kHz BW): > 85dB Minimum Operational Load: 4Ω Intermodulation distortion (SMPTE): < 0.3% Cross Talk (channel to channel @ 1kHz): < -90dB
CERTIFIED SOLUTIONS2
- TAA Compliant
- TAA Compliant
- Certified Solutions
- TAA Compliant
COMPLIANCE1
- Certifications
- Compliance: FCC Part 15B (USA) CE marked (Europe) UL and C-UL listed (USA and Canada) RoHS Directive (Europe) Evaluated to the requirements of UL 2043 and is suitable for use in air handling spaces
AUDIO1
- Audio
- PENDANT MICROPHONE: Microphone Technology: 8-Element Digital Array Frequency Response (150 Hz - 16 kHz): ± 3dB Polar Pattern: Beamformed Sensitivity (94dB SPL, 1kHz): > 70dB Maximum SPL (at 0.5% THD): 106dB Dynamic Range (THD+N < 10%): 92dB, A-Weighted Indicators: Mute Indicator (Green/Red LED) Digital Interface: Custom/Proprietary Connector: Custom 2-pin (cable length 10 feet [3 meters])
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3 files from the manufacturerQuestions about Parlé TCM-1A
What is the Biamp Parlé TCM-1A White used for?
It is a ceiling-mounted pendant microphone for meeting and conference rooms where people speak from several seats. Its Beamtracking technology divides pickup into three 120-degree zones and mixes the zone where someone is speaking, so the room is covered without desk microphones. The white pendant pairs with a PoE+ plenum box that also houses the amplifier.
Which rooms suit a ceiling pendant microphone like this one?
Long tables are the best fit, such as a ministry or authority boardroom in Doha where participants sit at different distances from the centre. A ceiling pendant keeps the table clear of devices and cables. Confirm the microphone position and count for your room during a free site survey before ceiling work starts.
Does the plenum box need its own mains power supply?
The source data lists power as PoE under IEEE 802.3at Class 3, rated at 15.4 W, so the plenum box draws its power from a compatible network switch over the same Ethernet cable. Check that the switch port used can deliver Class 3 PoE and that the switch power budget covers every PoE device connected to it. SmartRooms Qatar can confirm switch requirements in the quotation.
How many microphones can be daisy-chained from one plenum box?
A maximum of three microphones is permitted per daisy chain: one TCM-1 or TCM-1A and up to two TCM-1EX units. Each plenum box has an additional RJ-45 connector for the chain. The switch link can run up to 100 m, while daisy-chained plenum boxes are limited to 10 m between units. Plan the cable route in the ceiling void before installation.
Can the microphone be installed in an air handling space?
Yes. The product has been evaluated to UL 2043 and is described as suitable for air handling spaces, which covers many ceiling voids in air-conditioned buildings. Before ordering, compare the plenum box size of 51 mm high, 178 mm wide and 181 mm deep with the space available above your ceiling.
What operating temperature range does the TCM-1A White support?
The source data for this model does not list an operating temperature range, so we cannot state one here. Qatar summers regularly exceed 45°C, and ceiling voids can run hotter than occupied rooms. Before fixing equipment in a hot ceiling void, such as in an industrial office in the Industrial Area or a building in Mesaieed, ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to confirm the environment against the manufacturer's documentation.
Will it work for a hybrid meeting that connects Doha with teams abroad?
It can, because ceiling pickup covers the whole room, so remote participants hear people seated at the far end. The TCM-1A White is an AVB device, so confirm with your AV designer that the rest of the audio chain supports AVB networking before ordering. SmartRooms Qatar can check compatibility as part of the quotation process.
How does the amplifier handle loud peaks and what loads does it support?
The plenum box has a two-channel Class D amplifier with an internal limiter and a burst mode for peak signals. Continuous output is 4 W per channel with both channels driven, or 8 W with one channel driven. Burst output reaches 40 W per channel into 4 Ω and 30 W into 8 Ω, and the minimum operational load is 4 Ω. Power and channel count are selectable in software.
Is it a good choice for a seminar room in Education City?
Yes, especially for training rooms where the presenter moves around and students sit toward the back. The pendant covers all three pickup zones, and its height is user-adjustable so it sits at a suitable distance from speakers. Plan the cable run from the network switch, and check the 10 m limit between daisy-chained plenum boxes if several microphones share one chain.
What is the difference between the white and black versions?
The two variants share the same published specifications, and the main difference is the pendant colour. This page covers the white pendant, item 920-00493-20000, while the black pendant is item 920-00493-10000. Choose white when the ceiling and fittings are white, and black where a darker finish suits the interior. Both carry UL, CE, RoHS and TAA compliance statements.
Can it be mounted in a suspended tile ceiling?
An optional tile bridge mounting accessory is available for tile ceilings, and the microphone height is user-adjustable. Office refurbishments in Al Sadd or West Bay often use suspended grids, so measure the tile size and void depth first. Ask SmartRooms Qatar to include the tile bridge in the quotation if your ceiling needs it, and confirm it against your grid layout during the free site survey.
How do I order the Parlé TCM-1A White from SmartRooms Qatar?
Request a quote through the website, giving the item number 920-00493-20000, the number of microphones and the type of room. Quotations usually come within one working day, and lead times are confirmed with the quote based on stock. We supply and deliver to all 8 municipalities of Qatar, offer free site surveys, and accept purchase orders (LPOs), government tenders, and payment by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order. The product carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty.
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