biamp VBC 2500 Audio Conferencing Bars User Guide

: June 9, 2024
: biamp

Table of Contents

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
FEATURES
CONTENTS
PRODUCT DETAILS
Tabletop Installation
Wall Installation
Maintenance
TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
References
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Parlé Video / Audio Conferencing Bars
Installation & Operation Guide

biamp VBC 2500 Audio Conferencing Bars

Wall and Table mounting options included
Models
VBC 2500/ ABC 2500

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Parlé VBC 2500 and ABC 2500 are all-in-one conferencing bars featuring Biamp Audio Intelligence to deliver premium audiovisual experiences for small and medium conference rooms.

FEATURES

Beamtracking microphone technology actively tracks and intelligently mixes conversations
Deep learning noise reduction algorithm for clear voice reproduction
Stereo smart speakers
LED indicators for audio and video status
Biamp Launch automated tuning system to optimize audio
VBC 2500 – Electric Pan/Tilt/Zoom with 5x zoom and auto framing technology to keep participants in frame

PRODUCT DETAILS

biamp VBC 2500 Audio Conferencing Bars - Fig 2

Front Panel / Status Indicators

biamp VBC 2500 Audio Conferencing Bars - Fig 3

See Status Indicators section (pg 5) for behavior and the associated LED state.

Tabletop Installation

The bar is shipped with the table mount attached. Clear an area on a table or stand (usually under the video display). Remove the bar from its packaging. The bars can be powered through the USB-C port, but the host device must be able to supply 60W over USB-C. If the host device cannot provide 60W, the Biamp auxiliary power supply (PS-12-60) must be used (included with the order).

Pull out and remove the back panel cover to expose the power connections.
Connect the USB-C cable and secure with the screw. Connect the other end to the host device. If auxiliary power is necessary, connect and fully screw the power supply onto the threaded port, then plug the power supply into the wall.
Reinstall the input cover, routing the cords through the plastic stubs and the opening at the bottom of the cover. The stubs will provide strain relief for the cables.
Position the bar facing the conference table / occupants, and remove the film covering the center glass.
Press the Launch button (location shown), and allow the smart technology to optimize the audio for the room.

biamp VBC 2500 Audio Conferencing Bars - Fig 4

Wall Installation

Remove the table stand as shown. Reserve the (4) screws for reattachment to the wall plate.
Use the wall plate to mark the locations, and install the anchors in the wall.
Attach the plate to the wall.
Position the bar face down and rotate the hinge plates up 90°. Hang the bar on the wall plate knobs and move it down to capture the knobs.
Secure the bar with screws as shown (2 on each hinge).
Note: Connect cables and power as noted in Steps 1-3 on the previous page.
Rotate the bar up – back into position, and remove the film covering the center glass.
Press the Launch button (location shown), and allow the smart technology to optimize the audio for the room.

biamp VBC 2500 Audio Conferencing Bars - Fig 5

Operation
The Parlé Conference bars act as USB peripherals that are connected to USB host devices. Audio and video control is available to the connected host device’s operating system and conferencing apps.
Biamp’s Camera Controller software can be downloaded (Mac or PC). This software is used to facilitate firmware updates to both bar models, and can provide additional camera controls for the VBC bar. The file must be downloaded from the Biamp website first and then the firmware update can be initiated from the software.
Biamp Launch is the smart technology to optimize the audio for the room. Pressing the Launch button customizes the audio coverage based on the room’s characteristics.

Status Indicators (Images page 2)
Audio – Microphone LEDs: center front (behind the glass)
Active with mic UNMUTED – Green
Active with mic MUTED – Red
Inactive – OFF
Video – Camera LED: VBC only – above camera (behind the glass)
Active with camera ON – LED ON – White, shutter open
Active with camera OFF – LED OFF, shutter open
Inactive – LED OFF, shutter closed

Optional Accessories
Display Mount: (PMA 2000-DM) allows bar to be mounted on a video display
Power Supply: (PS-12-60) 60 W power supply with cord

Maintenance

Factory reset: Press & hold the Launch button for 10 seconds to revert the bar to factory settings.
Cleaning: Use a soft cloth to wipe off dust. Do not spray any cleaning product directly on the bar.