Audio-Technica ATND971a Cardioid Condenser Boundary Microphone with Dante Network Output

With the ATND971a boundary mic, Audio-Technica has now bridged the gap between audio and IT. It's a true Network Microphone, and is among the first wired mics that can transmit both audio and control data together over the Dante™ network protocol. A true audio/IT convergence, this mic is easy to install and operate via a simple Ethernet connection, and not only delivers the superior audio you'd expect from A-T, with remarkable speech intelligibility and transparent sound quality, but can also transmit control data to communicate across a network of Dante-enabled devices. Using its onboard, programmable user switch, it enables users to -for example- trigger a video camera’s pan/tilt, or recall lighting presets or control anything else on the network at the push of a button. Plus, with its Red/Green LED indicator, the microphone can visually convey mute status, incoming phone calls or other creative visual effects utilizing a control system. It's an exceptional fit for boardrooms as well as other meeting spaces, and since Dante can support up to 512 bidirectional audio channels, Network Microphones offer an easily scalable solution.

It comes equipped with an interchangeable cardioid-pattern mic element with 2 other optional elements available: omnidirectional and hypercardioid.

This latest “a” version also offers plug-and-play compatibility with AES67 networks, including those that utilize Livewire, RAVENNA and Q-LAN AoIP technologies, and increases the Dante Domain Manager features, adding role-based security, cross-subnet routing, SNMP alerts and more.

Dante™ Networking Technology

Has now become a standard in the professional audio industry. A true plug-and-play solution, Dante uses standard Internet protocols to distribute digital audio and control data with very low latency. Network Microphones exploit Dante’s advantages to provide a powerful audio solution that’s easy to implement, use and expand.

Includes

• ATND971a unit
• Soft protective pouch

Features

• A digital Ethernet mic with Dante capabilities – an Audio-Technica innovation
• Connects directly to network via Ethernet cable – no need for expensive audio cable or soldering
• Integrated switch allows mic to communicate with – and control – other Dante-enabled devices within a network
• Local or remote control of mic gain, low-cut filter and LED indicator
• Red/Green LED indicator
• UniGuard® RFI-shielding technology; UniSteep® filter
• Powered by network PoE
• Scalable across Dante’s 512 bidirectional audio channels
• Plug-and-play compatibility with AES67 networks, including those that utilize Livewire, RAVENNA and Q-LAN AoIP technologies
• Increases Dante Domain Manager features, adding role-based security, cross-subnet routing, SNMP alerts and more

Specifications

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Half-cardioid (cardioid in hemisphere above mounting surface)
• Frequency Response: 30 Hz to 20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Rolloff: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 117 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 68 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Power Requirements: PoE IEEE802.3af standard (Power consumption 1.5W)
• Switches:
  • Local Mode: Touch-sensitive capacitivetype user switch function: toggle (mute on power up), toggle (talk on power up), momentary on, momentary off; Low-cut filter: flat, roll-off; Gain: +30 dB, +40 dB, +50 dB
  • Remote Mode: Low-cut and Gain via third-party software (Please contact your Sales Pro for further details)
• Weight: 393 g (13.8 oz.)
• Dimensions: 110.0 mm (4.33") maximum length x 89.5 mm (3.52") maximum width x 35.8 mm (1.41") maximum height
• Output Connector: RJ45
• Optional Interchangeable Elements (sold separately):
  • UE-O omnidirectional (360°)
  • UE-H hypercardioid (100°)
• Note: specifications and further information can be found within the items located under the "Documentation" tab above.