Federation University is enhancing hybrid learning across its regional Victoria campuses by outfitting 45 of its Connected Classrooms with Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) microphone systems.
The technology upgrade is part of a university-wide initiative to improve audio quality for both in-person and remote students, while reducing the need for manual setup or ongoing intervention from faculty or IT staff.
“We were looking for a system that delivers a superior learning experience for both in-class and remote participants,” said Amit Suyan, AV team leader at Federation University. “It had to be easy to use, reliable and offer excellent audio quality. The TCC 2 met all our requirements.”
Each classroom features two ceiling-mounted TCC 2 microphones—one focused on the instructor and the other on student interaction—to ensure consistent voice capture across the space. The microphones are certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms and are integrated with Crestron video systems and Q-SYS DSPs. Lighting, screens and audio adjust automatically when someone enters the room, creating a seamless, “walk-in-and-teach” environment.
Suyan said the AV team prioritized standardization and ease of use during the upgrade. After extensive prototyping and testing, classrooms can now be commissioned in under two days, and remote monitoring allows the team to proactively address technical issues.
“The TCC 2 microphones are truly a ‘set and forget’ solution,” Suyan said. “They’re easy to install, perform reliably and the support from Sennheiser throughout the rollout was outstanding.”
The deployment supports Federation University’s long-term goal of delivering a consistent and high-quality educational experience across all campuses, regardless of student location.
