Why Room Bars Are Essential for Your Meetings.

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, communication is everything. Room bars have emerged as the unsung heroes of seamless, efficient meetings, bridging the gap between remote and in-person collaboration like never before.

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Ever since the rise of hybrid work, online communication and video conferencing has become a staple in every office- based business. For this reason, businesses are turning to alternative solutions they can use to keep everyone in their team connected wherever they may be.   In this article we will be going over the reasons why having a room bar for meetings are essential and how they can break communication barriers between you and your team.  

What Is A Meeting Room Bar?

A room bar (also known as a conference bar) is an all-in-one device that is designed to integrate into your meeting rooms. They include a microphone, camera, and speakers, which help avoid having to connect separate devices.   They provide high-quality audio and video for your meetings. They are typically mounted above a screen in your meeting room.  

What Are The Benefits Of Having A Room Bar?

Size and Portability

Room bars are designed to take up minimal space in your office. Their sleek and aesthetic design can integrate into your meeting rooms and can be transported seamlessly.

High-Quality Audio and Video

Most room bars are equipped with high quality microphones and Cameras allowing you to communicate with clear communication and reduce misunderstandings.  

All-In-One Solution

Room bars come equipped with microphones, speakers, and cameras which can reduce the hassle of trying to set everything up separately. Therefore, saving you time and energy if there were to be a technical issue.  

Integration With Video Platforms

Some room bars come with built-in integration for apps such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams. This allows you to take calls using your preferred software without having to move to a new one.

Remote Accessibility Features

Most room bars allow remote team members to join meetings, creating hybrid meetings. This can allow you to cut travel or time zone barriers with global clients or team members who aren’t able to commute to work.

User-Friendly Features

Meeting room bars come fitted with multiple User- friendly capabilities such as: Automatic adjustments and One-touch meeting starts. Quick setup and easy USB or Wireless connectivity means less frustration and more productive meeting time.

How to choose the right room bar?

Field of View:

Choose a bar with a field of view that suits your meeting room size to ensure all participants are visible during video calls. A wider view can accommodate larger groups or dynamic spaces.

Video and Audio:

Select a bar with high-quality microphones and cameras within your budget, featuring HD resolution, pan-tilt-zoom, and auto-framing for enhanced video meetings. This ensures clear communication for all participants.

Ease-of-use and compatibility:

Make sure the room bar you go for is compatible with the video software you normally use.  Also, consider the ease of use and setup to ensure a hassle-free start.

Camera Features:

Conferencing bars often include PTZ functionality, Auto-Framing, and Presenter Tracking to optimize video coverage and follow active speakers. These features ensure seamless tracking of speakers during calls.

Our Recommendations:

AudioCodes RXV81-B10 MTR Video Collaboration Bar Bundle

  • Designed for small to medium rooms

  • Full HD resolution with ePTZ and 5x zoom

  • Six microphones and embedded speakers

  • Includes RX-PAD touch controller for easy setup

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Yealink MVC S40 Microsoft Teams System

  • Best for small-to-medium conference rooms

  • Dual 48MP cameras with 120° pickup range

  • AI features like IntelliFocus and Multi-stream Intelliframe

  • Includes MCore Pro mini-PC and MTouch E2 touch panel

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Poly Studio X52 All-In-One Video Bar With TC10

  • Suitable for medium conference spaces

  • 20MP 4K UltraHD camera with 95° field of view and 5x zoom

  • Poly DirectorAI for automatic framing and smart audio filtering

  • Stereo speakers and TC10 touch controller

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Yealink A20-020 TEAMS Meeting Bar

  • Designed for small rooms

  • 20MP camera with 133° super wide-angle lens

  • AI-powered auto framing and speaker tracking

  • Includes CTP18 touchscreen controller

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Jabra PanaCast 50 Video Conference Bar

  • 180° field of view with three 13MP cameras

  • Eight beamforming microphones and four speakers

  • AI-enabled features like Intelligent Zoom and active speaker tracking

  • Certified for Microsoft Teams and Zoom

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Final Thoughts

The addition of a room bar for your meeting rooms can be a game changer for your meetings. With their seamless integration, easy setup, and sleek design, Your meetings can be a lot more effective and less time-consuming.   If you’re still unsure of which option best suits your needs, feel free to contact us or call us at 0844 824 6664. At Best4Systems, we want to provide you with the most suitable options to help boost productivity and help you with your business goals.