Product overview and security features

TC Bar offers flexible conferencing solutions with multiple operating modes, control options, and interfaces.

Product components in a nutshell

TeamConnect Bar Solutions are scalable, all-in-one conferencing devices designed to meet modern meeting requirements, with an integrated camera, microphones, and speakers. They can be used as stand-alone systems or deployed as networked conferencing solutions in meeting rooms.

Stand-alone solution

The TC Bar is connected via USB-C® directly to a notebook or via other UVC- and UAC-capable USB host devices. A network connection is not required. In this mode, only limited functions are available.



Network solution

The TC Bar can be connected to an existing network infrastructure and controlled remotely by Sennheiser or 3rd Party control software.



Sennheiser control software

The TC Bar can be configured via various software tools, namely:

Application Description

Local Web UI (LUI)

LUI is a browser-based interface for easy and quick device configuration in the local network and is accessible over the device IP address or host name. LUI is available as of firmware version 2.0.0.

DeviceHub

Cloud-based platform for managing and monitoring Sennheiser AV devices across locations. DeviceHub compatibility is available as of firmware version 2.0.0.

Control Cockpit

On-premise centralized management software that allows you to configure your TC Bar.

3rd Party control modules

Beyond stand-alone operation, the TC Bar can serve as the foundation of a highly integrated meeting room. Compatibility with various 3rd party modules enables flexible customization and expanded functionality, allowing the TC Bar to integrate seamlessly with existing systems and software.

For more details, visit the website sennheiser.com/tc-bar-m or sennheiser.com/tc-bar-s and explore the 3rd Party integration modules under Downloads > 3rd Party integration.

List of interfaces

The TC Bar supports a variety of interfaces and network protocols to ensure seamless connectivity and communication. These include:
  • Gigabit Ethernet: the interface is used for:
    • Control data: For control and monitoring of the TC Bar, a REST API over HTTPS is used on-premises and MQTT API over HTTPS is used for cloud monitoring and configuration, if enabled.
    • Dante®: Audio over IP solution, allowing transmission of multiple audio channels over Ethernet and replacing traditional analog audio distribution.
    • The TC Bar products support different network modes, allowing separating the control and Dante® data. For more details, please refer to the user manual.
  • HDMI®: For high-definition video and audio output.
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1: The video bar is a peripheral and a USB hub.
    • USB devices plugged into the TC Bar are usable by the connected client PC.
  • Bluetooth®: The video bar can be paired via Bluetooth® and supports the following profiles:

    • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

    • HFP (Handsfree Profile)

    • AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)

  • IR Control: An infrared remote control allows to control a subset of commands (muting, volume, Bluetooth®, camera) when being in line of sight. The IR control system is not tied to a specific TC Bar, providing flexibility and adaptability across multiple setups.