As a platinum partner, Nureva says it can more broadly introduce its audio conferencing systems that deliver the simplicity and value essential for larger classrooms. Per a statement, the company’s products are increasingly chosen by prestigious higher education institutions throughout the United States. These include Harvard Medical School, Georgetown University, Penn State University, The University of Arizona, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the University of California, Berkeley.

Support for Higher Education

Powered by revolutionary Microphone Mist technology, Nureva adds that its audio systems offer adaptability for both HyFlex and hybrid learning environments, without the cost and complexity of a traditional system. Here, thousands of virtual microphones fill larger classrooms and meeting rooms to pick up voices in every inch of the space, and in-room voice amplification means students will hear clearly — whether they’re in the classroom or participating remotely.

According to Nureva, its products incorporate many features specifically designed to address the needs of higher education technology managers. For instance, it includes autocalibration, which means IT teams can be assured that when rooms are rearranged to accommodate various classes, the audio simply adjusts. Nureva’s camera zones feature for the HDL410 system also keeps hybrid classes engaging by using sound location data to enable automated multi-camera switching in larger classrooms without any additional software or specialized technical expertise.

Nureva at InfoComm

The company states that visitors to InfoComm 2024 can learn more about Nureva’s technology and full product offering at Nureva’s booth (C5664). Additionally, Nureva is a sponsor of the HETMA Higher Education Summit on June 10 and 11, taking place in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

“Our collaboration with HETMA marks a pivotal step in our commitment to empowering higher education technology managers and the community as a whole,” says Nancy Knowlton, Nureva’s CEO. “We are excited to support HETMA in its search for products that simplify how IT managers equip their larger classrooms and meeting spaces with the audio performance needed to effectively support remote learning and collaboration.”

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The supplied audio-location data leverages Nureva’s patented Microphone Mist technology, which fills a room with thousands of virtual microphones so everyone can be heard everywhere in a space. Sound direction, location and level are reported several times per second to enable automatic camera adjustments based on the location of the active speakers. According to Nureva, this results in more refined camera positioning and switching and a better experience for remote participants.

Hundreds of cameras by leading manufacturers integrate the use of preset recalls with the Extron control processor. With the launch of this integration, Nureva HDL300 and Dual HDL300 audio systems can supply voice-tracking data to any of those cameras with the simple installation of the Extron driver. Nureva’s sound-location device API was created as part of a program to work with companies like Extron on steering cameras with Nureva audio systems to improve and simplify remote collaboration. Visitors to ISE later this month can learn more about Nureva’s camera integrations at stand 2N450.

“It’s exciting for Extron to combine our industry leading control and automation solutions with Nureva’s audio conferencing capabilities,” says Casey Hall, Extron’s CMO. “By simplifying integration between products, our shared customers will benefit from better meetings aided by enhanced audio and control experiences.”

Nancy Knowlton, Nureva’s CEO, says, “We are pleased to collaborate with Extron to deliver the simplicity and flexibility that our mutual customers demand for their hybrid spaces by combining our sound-location data for third-party cameras with Extron control systems. Using the intelligence built into Microphone Mist technology, our IT-friendly wall-mounted systems are delivering a level of camera-tracking sophistication that, until now, was only possible with traditional pro AV solutions.”

Editor’s note: This story originally appeared on MyTechDecisions’ sister-site CommercialIntegrator.com. It has since been updated as of April 14,2023.

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The new all-in-one sound bar simplifies the task of getting great audio in spaces up to 30 ft x 30 ft. Moreover, it offers 44% more coverage area than its flagship HDL300 system. According to Nureva, this is possible due to implementation of its patented Microphone Mist technology.

Combining a single Nureva microphone and speaker bar with a new connect module, the HDL310 system thus delivers pro AV performance in a plug-and-play, IT-friendly solution that is easy to install, set up and manage at scale. Like the HDL410, the HDL310 system comes with Console Direct. With this, it helps provide a secure and continuous connection between the HDL310 and Nureva Console. It thus allows IT staff to manage systems remotely without having to rely on an in-room, computer-running client software.

Like all Nureva systems, the HDL310 includes a two-year subscription to Nureva Pro. This service is a value-added service to keep meeting rooms and classrooms functioning smoothly. It also includes expanded support hours, advance hardware replacement and additional features in Nureva Console. This includes device-status monitoring with email alerts and enhanced room analytics with historical data.

Additional Features

Third-party companies that want to integrate their products with Nureva audio systems can also access and leverage APIs from the Nureva Developer Toolkit. Specific to higher-education classrooms and corporate-training rooms, the HDL310 and HDL410 systems include a feature within Nureva’s Voice Amplification Mode. This mode lets users mute their audience to focus microphone pickup on the presenter’s or instructor’s voice. At the same time, it reduces all other microphone pickup in the space.

Nureva notes that it is at the forefront of delivering innovative, IT-friendly audio systems that are easy to deploy and manage at scale. Like all Nureva audio systems, the HDL310 connects easily by USB and can be installed and operational in under an hour with no DSP required. Not only does Microphone Mist technology fill a room with thousands of virtual microphones; it also handles various other factors. This includes continuous autocalibration, echo cancellation, noise reduction, position-based gain control and the challenges of multiple in-room participants speaking at once.

The approach is thus ideally suitable for the evolving needs of IT professionals. Especially as they reimagine their spaces to address the demand for better remote collaboration experiences.

Nureva adds that its audio systems integrate with leading UC&C applications. Here, the HDL310 is currently in the certification process for Microsoft Teams. HDL300 and Dual HDL300 customers can also upgrade their systems to HDL310 and HDL410 systems. They can do so with the purchase of the Connect Module 2 upgrade kit when the HDL310 system ships in May 2023.

“Response to our HDL410 system has been outstanding. And we’re excited to expand our next-generation audio systems into mid-size spaces,” says Nancy Knowlton, Nureva’s CEO. “The HDL310 system delivers the unique combination of IT-friendly simplicity and uncompromised performance that our customers are asking for.”

Another version of this article originally appeared on our sister-site Commercial Integrator on March 28, 2023. It has since been updated for My TechDecisions’ audience.

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The new solution is ideal for larger rooms that may have a greater number of participants, such as a higher education classroom or a large meeting room or boardroom. Unlike typical microphone systems that depend on mapping areas to camera presets and provide only sound-source directional data or target unwanted sound sources such as HVAC fans, a wall speaker and even sound reflections from a window, Nureva uses virtual microphones as pickup points to accurately locate sound sources.

Nureva’s Microphone Mist technology’s advanced processing power filters out undesirable sounds that make it difficult for remote participants to follow the presenter. Using Nureva’s API, camera companies have easy access to accurate sound direction, location and level from the Nureva audio system being used. Sound locations are reported several times per second to enable automatic camera adjustments based on the location of the active speaker or the need to switch focus between multiple speakers.

Available through the Nureva Developer Toolkit, the sound location device API was created as part of a program to work with leading camera companies on integrating their PTZ cameras with Nureva audio systems to offer customers a better audio and video experience. Integrations are currently underway with AVer and Lumens, among other camera companies.

Earlier in 2022, cloud-based monitoring of any USB-connected third-party camera was added to Nureva Console, making it easy for IT staff to remotely monitor cameras and ensure they are functioning properly in meeting rooms and classrooms.

“The use of Microphone Mist technology to enable camera tracking is a breakthrough that opens up many exciting possibilities for the capture and use of sound location data,” says Nancy Knowlton, Nureva’s CEO. “We’re excited to work with leading camera manufacturers to enable this functionality and deliver the kind of integrated audio and video experience that customers are asking for.”

Microphone Mist Technology vs. Beamforming

Many traditional audio systems use beamforming microphone technology, which picks up all sounds that occur within directional beams emanating from the microphone array. This directional approach limits the degree to which precise sound locations can be identified and creates a challenge in distinguishing desirable (a person talking) and undesirable (paper rustling) sounds within a beam. These issues limit the accuracy with which sound location data can be used for camera tracking.

Microphone Mist technology avoids these issues by filling a space with thousands of pickup points that act as individual microphones. This creates the opportunity to pinpoint sound locations more accurately while distinguishing between desirable and undesirable sounds more precisely.

Availability and Pricing

Nureva’s sound location device API is available through Nureva Developer Toolkit at no additional cost for Nureva customers.

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