In commercial conference deployments, audio clarity at distance determines whether remote participants hear every contributor clearly. The VB-MIC-201 extends microphone pickup from the camera’s limited onboard range to cover larger rooms without requiring separate audio consoles or complex wiring. A 10-metre USB cable allows flexible positioning away from the camera head, capturing speech from multiple angles across the meeting space.
Omnidirectional Audio Capture for Larger Meeting Spaces
The VB-MIC-201’s 360° pickup pattern and 6-metre effective range eliminate microphone dead zones in conference rooms where participants sit distributed around a table. Noise cancellation removes HVAC and environmental hum that commonly degrades remote audio quality, ensuring every participant—local and remote—hears clearly without requiring attendees to cluster near the camera or audio equipment.
Plug-and-Play USB Integration with Cross-Platform Support
The 10-metre USB cable connects directly to any Windows, Linux, or Android conference system without drivers, configuration, or audio mixer requirements. This simplicity reduces deployment friction and support calls, particularly valuable when rolling out conference upgrades across multiple meeting rooms or facilities where standardised, low-touch installation matters operationally.
Key Features
- 360° Omnidirectional Audio Pickup: Captures sound from all directions across a 6-metre radius, eliminating the need to position participants directly in front of the camera. This matters operationally because meeting attendees can sit naturally around a table without artificial mic positioning compromises.
- Integrated Noise Cancellation: Filters out HVAC hum, keyboard clicks, and ambient room noise that would otherwise muddy the remote audio feed. In busy commercial environments—open-plan offices, lobbies, training centres—this keeps conference audio intelligible for participants dialling in remotely.
- 10-Metre Extended Cable: The USB cable length allows the microphone to be positioned centrally on the conference table or mounted on a stand away from the camera, ensuring optimal audio balance across the meeting space without additional infrastructure.
- Plug-and-Play USB Connection: No drivers, no configuration, no audio mixer required. The microphone works immediately on any Windows, Linux, or Android device, reducing deployment complexity and support burden for IT teams managing multiple conference setups.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Audio Pickup Range | 6 metres omnidirectional |
| Directionality | 360° omnidirectional |
| Noise Cancellation | Yes |
| Cable Length | 10 metres (USB extension) |
| Connector Type | Micro USB to USB-A |
| Physical Dimensions | Φ100mm × 20mm (circular base) |
| Weight | 0.47 kg (net) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Compatibility — Windows | Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 |
| Compatibility — Other Platforms | Linux, Android |
| USB Power Supply | Via host USB-A port |
| Regulatory Compliance | FCC, CE, IC, RoHS |
| Included Accessories | VB-MIC-201 microphone, 10-metre USB cable, quick start guide |
Connectivity
- Micro USB Input (1×): Receives USB power and audio data from the host device via the provided 10-metre cable. Position the microphone away from the camera or camera mount to maximise pickup coverage across the meeting table.
Warranty
This ViewSonic product is covered by a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Contact Kickstart Computers for warranty claims and support.
