Biamp Parlé TCM-XA · Price in Qatar

Name: Biamp Parlé TCM-XA White Beamtracking Ceiling Microphone
Brand: Biamp
SKU: biamp-parle-tcm-xa-920-00499-20000
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Biamp Parlé TCM-XA White is a ceiling microphone for Tesira audio systems that combines Beamtracking pickup with a built-in two-channel PoE+ amplifier. Four 90-degree pickup zones follow active talkers across a meeting room without manual aiming, and one network box handles DSP and power over a single CAT5 cable. Microsoft Certified and Zoom Certified, TAA compliant, it suits boardrooms and training rooms across Qatar.

What the Parlé TCM-XA White does in a room

The Biamp Parlé TCM-XA White is a ceiling microphone built for Tesira audio systems. Its Beamtracking array watches four 90-degree pickup zones and mixes whoever is speaking, so participants do not have to sit at a fixed spot or pass a handheld unit around the table. The 16-element digital array uses active beamforming and is rated 150 Hz to 16 kHz within ±3 dB, which keeps voices clear across a long table.

The housing is 5.9 inches (150 mm) across and only 1.2 inches (30 mm) high, so it stays low-profile and unobtrusive in a finished ceiling. Inside the same unit is a two-channel PoE+ amplifier, which means one device can capture audio and also drive loudspeakers in a room that needs both.

Specifications that matter for planning

Dimensions: 5.9 inches (150 mm) diameter, 1.2 inches (30 mm) high, 1.5 lbs (680 g)
Amplifier: two Class D channels, with burst output of 40 W per channel at 4 Ω or 30 W at 8 Ω
Continuous output: 8 W with one channel driven and 4 W with both channels driven
Power: PoE, IEEE 802.3at Class 3, 15.4 W, with green, yellow and red power indicator LEDs
Expansion: one TCM-XEX expansion microphone per network box, up to two microphones per box

Where it fits in Qatar

A government office in West Bay refitting its executive boardroom can cover a long table with one unit while the built-in amplifier feeds the room's ceiling loudspeakers. Many Qatari offices run meetings in Arabic and English within the same session, so a pickup that follows the active speaker, rather than a fixed sweet spot, suits mixed-language discussions.

A training room at a university in Education City, or a classroom at a private school in Al Wakrah, can add a TCM-XEX expansion microphone to cover a second seating group. Remote participants can follow the discussion more easily, which is useful for hybrid lectures and staff briefings between Doha and teams abroad.

What to plan before installation

Ceiling voids: the unit is UL 2043 plenum rated, but confirm that the void stays within 0 to 40 °C.
Cabling: a single CAT5 run of up to 330 feet (100 m) from the switch to the network box.
Expansion: keep the TCM-XEX within 33 feet (10 m) of the network box.
Accessories: plenum box, drywall attachment and flush mount kit are listed as optional items.

Outdoor temperatures in Qatar regularly exceed 45 °C in summer, so the room's cooling must keep the space within the operating range. A free site survey from SmartRooms Qatar lets the team check ceiling height, cable routes and room layout before installation is scheduled.

Request a quote

Send us the room size, the number of seats and whether you need one or two microphones, and we will prepare a quotation for the Parlé TCM-XA White. Quotations are usually issued within one working day, and we accept LPOs, bank transfers, cheques and purchase orders for government and corporate orders.

Highlights

Four 90-degree Beamtracking pickup zones follow active talkers
Built-in two-channel PoE+ amplifier, 40 W per channel burst
Power and audio over a single CAT5 connection via network box
Microsoft Certified and Zoom Certified, TAA compliant
UL 2043 plenum rated for ceiling installations
Operating range 0 to 40 °C, 0 to 95% humidity non-condensing

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

14 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

GENERAL5

Height: 1.2 inches (30 mm)
Width: 6.8 inches (172 mm)
Depth: 5.2 inches (132 mm)
Diameter: 5.9 inches (150 mm)
Weight: 1.5 lbs (680 g)

POWER1

Power: PoE (IEEE 802.3at Class 3, 15.4W) Indicators: Power Indicator (Green/Yellow/Red LED)

AMPLIFIER1

Amplifier: Number of Channels: 2 Connectors: RJ-45 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

NETWORK1

Network Connection(s): NETWORK BOX - Connectors: Three RJ-45: One between TCM-X network box and switch One between the network box and microphone One between TCM-X network box and TCM-XEX

CERTIFIED SOLUTIONS2

TAA Compliant: TAA Compliant
Certified Solutions: TAA Compliant

ENVIRONMENTAL3

Ambient Operating Temperature Range: 32 - 104° F (0 - 40° C)
Humidity: 0-95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Altitude: 0-10,000 ft (0-3000m) MSL

AUDIO1

Audio: Microphone Technology: 16-Element Digital Array Frequency Response: (150 Hz - 16 kHz): ± 3dB Polar Pattern: Active Beamformed SNR (at 1kHz, 94dBSPL A-Weighted): > 76dB Maximum SPL (at < 1% THD): 109dB Dynamic Range (THD+N < 1%): 92dB, A-Weighted Indicators: Mute Indicator (Green/Red LED) Digital Interface: Custom/Proprietary Connector: RJ-45 (cable length 6.6 feet [2 meters]) Digital Interface: Custom/Proprietary Max Distance Between Devices: 330 feet (100 meters) from switch to TCM-X network box 33 feet (10 meters) between TCM-X network box and TCM-XEX

Downloads

4 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets Biamp_Data_Sheet_Parle_TCM-XA_Nov25_v2.pdf 518 KB PDF Manuals & guides biamp_manual_parle_tcm-x_install_oct25.pdf 1.6 MB RFA Drawings & CAD · Opens on manufacturer site parle-tcm-xa-network-box_aug23_8966.rfa PDF Other documents Biamp_LOrealCafe_Case_Study_Feb25_v5.pdf 1.6 MB

Questions about Parlé TCM-XA

What is the Biamp Parlé TCM-XA White used for?

It is a ceiling microphone for Tesira audio systems in rooms where several people speak from different seats or move around. Its Beamtracking array covers four 90-degree zones and mixes active talkers, so a boardroom, lecture room or training room gets clear pickup without handheld units or manual aiming. Its low-profile housing suits organisations in Qatar that want a tidy ceiling installation.

How does Beamtracking work in a meeting room?

The microphone continuously monitors four 90-degree pickup zones and automatically follows and mixes whoever is speaking. Participants do not need to sit at a particular spot or have the microphone aimed. In a Doha boardroom where a presenter at the screen and a director at the far end of the table both speak, the same ceiling unit picks up both voices for remote callers.

Does the TCM-XA replace a separate amplifier for ceiling speakers?

It includes a two-channel PoE+ Class D amplifier with burst output up to 40 W per channel at 4 Ω or 30 W at 8 Ω. Continuous output is 8 W with one channel driven and 4 W with both driven, so check your loudspeaker load and sound level needs before using it in place of a dedicated amplifier. The amplifier includes a built-in limiter and selectable power modes to protect the speakers.

Will it work in Qatar's summer heat?

The specified ambient operating range is 0 to 40 °C, with 0 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing. Outdoor summer temperatures in Qatar regularly exceed 45 °C, so install the microphone only in air-conditioned rooms and ceiling voids that stay within that range. Ask the SmartRooms Qatar team to check the void temperature during the free site survey before approving the layout.

Which video conferencing platforms is it certified for?

The source data lists Microsoft Certified and Zoom Certified status for the White model, along with TAA compliance. This makes it suitable for rooms running Microsoft Teams or Zoom, which are common platforms for meetings with overseas teams. Confirm the software version with your conferencing vendor before placing an order.

How is it powered and connected?

It draws power over PoE under IEEE 802.3at Class 3, rated at 15.4 W. The network box connects to the switch over a single CAT5 link of up to 330 feet (100 m), and the microphone connects to the box through an RJ-45 link. The network box includes onboard DSP, which simplifies cable planning and reduces the amount of extra hardware needed.

Can I add a second microphone to cover a larger room?

Yes. One TCM-XEX expansion microphone can connect to each network box, giving up to two microphones per box. The expansion microphone can sit up to 33 feet (10 m) from the network box. For a training room in Education City with two rows of seating, plan the expansion position before ordering so both units stay within the cable limit.

Is it suitable for plenum ceilings?

Yes. The microphone is UL 2043 plenum rated, which matters where ceiling voids carry air for the building's HVAC system. Installers can use a 12x12 plenum box, a TCM-X-DK attachment for drywall ceilings or a TCM-X-FM flush mount kit, all listed as optional accessories. Pre-terminated plenum rated Cat 5e cables in 10 ft and 25 ft lengths are also listed.

What is the difference between the White and Black versions?

The two versions have separate item numbers: 920-00499-20000 for White and 920-00499-10000 for Black. The electrical, amplifier and audio specifications are the same in the source data, so the choice mainly depends on finish and colour. The White listing also includes an optional accessories list covering plenum boxes and mounting kits, which is useful when preparing a purchase order.

Is it suitable for government tenders, and what warranty applies?

The microphone is TAA compliant and is backed by a 5-year warranty as stated in the manufacturer's data. Government bodies and procurement teams in Qatar can request a quote from SmartRooms Qatar for purchase orders, LPOs or Monaqasat tenders. Payment can be made by bank transfer, cheque or purchase order, and quotations are usually issued within one working day.