MAS-A100

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MAS-A100

₹290,000.00

Sony MAS-A100 IP-Based Ceiling Beamforming Microphone
Key Features
  • For Hands-Free Lectures & Presentations
  • Dual Output for Live Sound & Recording
  • Automatic Gain Control & Noise Reduction
  • Requires Dante and PoE
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Sony MAS-A100 Overview

The Sony MAS-A100 is an IP-based beamforming microphone designed to provide clear audio for both speech reinforcement and recording in corporate meetings, lectures, and presentations. The microphone is simply affixed to the ceiling and ready to use, saving you the inconvenience of setting up a lavalier mic or holding a handheld mic.

The beamforming technology provides a pickup pattern that changes with the location of the sound source, allowing the presenter to move around while maintaining consistent sound quality, great for hands-free presentations.

With Dante networking capability, the MAS-A100 can be integrated into existing A/V setups and used with a wide range of products supporting the Dante digital audio-over-IP networking standard including interfaces, switches, mixing consoles, and more. Power over Ethernet (PoE) enables installation and power management with a single network cable.

The MAS-A100 has two output channels. One for speech reinforcement (with a PA system required) and one for simultaneous recording. The dedicated recording channel provides a wider capture range and optimal intelligibility, allowing for crisp recordings that include not only the speaker’s voice but also the students or participants.

Contactless, hands-free ceiling beamforming microphone with speech-reinforcement capability

The MAS-A100 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

Lectures and Presentations That Are Easier to Hear and Record

  • The MAS-A100 is equipped with proprietary Intelligent Feedback Reducer technology designed to extract speech sound while suppressing unwanted feedback via digital signal processing.
  • With advanced noise-reduction technology the noises arising from projectors and air conditioning are automatically detected and reduced, providing better intelligibility.
  • After capturing the voice, the microphone’s Automatic Gain Control function automatically adjusts the output volume to remain consistent regardless of the presenter’s location, making it easier for your message to get through to your listeners.
Simple to Set Up and Manage with Sony’s MASM-1 Software
  • Offered as a free download, Sony’s Microphone Array System Manager software (MASM-1) supports the installation and management of one or multiple microphones centrally via the local network. The software is easy to set up and operate, and assists with initial setup, calibration, general settings, operations, and firmware management.
  • To minimize setup time during the initial installation, the automatic calibration function generates and captures a test signal, which is used to automatically optimize the parameters of audio processing for speech-reinforcement applications.
  • The unit can also be operated via API for simple external control and customization.

Specifications

Feature Details
Cable Requirements Cat5e UTP or higher
Audio Frequency Response 100-10,000 Hz *
Sensitivity 0dBFS/Pa at 1 kHz*
Maximum SPL 94dBSPL
Signal to Noise Ratio 75 dB (A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1 Pa)*
Latency Under 24 ms (not including Dante latency)
Self Noise 19dBSPL (A-weighted)*
Dynamic Range 75 dB*
Dante Digital Output Channel Count: 2 channels, Sampling Rate: 48 kHz, Bit Depth: 24, Audio Interface: Dante, AES67
Digital Signal Processing Beamforming, Feedback Reducer, Automatic Gain Control, Noise Reduction, Noise Gate, Automatic Calibration with Test Signal, Equalizer, API for External Control System
Performance Maximum Noise Reduction: 24 dB, Maximum Feedback Reduction: 32 dB
Configuration Mic Gain (Output Volume): -60 dB to +12 dB, Capture Range: Narrow / Standard / Wide, Feedback Reduction: Low / Middle / High, Noise Reduction: Low / Middle / High, Noise Gate: Off / Low / Middle / High, Equalizer: Fixed 5-band, ±12 dB (1 dB Step)
General Connector Type: RJ45
Power Requirements Power over Ethernet (PoE), Class 0
Power Consumption 13 W maximum, 9 W @ 25°C typical
Weight Approx. 2 lb 3.2 oz (1 kg) (main unit only), Approx. 2 lb 14 oz (1.3 kg) (with ceiling bracket)
Dimensions Diameter (Φ): Approx. 240 mm (9 1/2 inch), Height: Approx. 50 mm (2 inch)
Control Browser (MAS-A100) Google Chrome
Operating Temperature Range 0–40°C
Operating Humidity 20% to 80% (no condensation allowed)
Storage Temperature -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Storage Humidity 20% to 80% (no condensation allowed)
Supplied Accessories Ceiling bracket (1), Safety regulations (3), Template (1)