Yealink VCM36-W Wireless Microphone
Introduction
The Yealink VCM36-W is an innovative wireless video conferencing microphone designed to accommodate a wide range of meeting room needs. With a built-in 3-microphone array, the VCM36-W has a 20ft (6m) and 360° voice pickup range. It features Yealink's high-quality echo cancellation technology and noise cancellation, effectively filtering out up to 90dB of ambient noise to provide a high-quality audio experience during full-duplex calls. The VCM36-W's high-quality pickup technology enables it to provide a full range of audio coverage for all sizes of conference rooms. The VCM36-W is easy to use with a single pairing, with up to 12 hours of battery life in conference mode and 7 days of standby time. The VCM36-W WIFI microphone is equipped with a charging dock that allows you to charge the microphone wirelessly, and you can change its deployment position at any time while using it to suit your needs. For the operation video, please refer to VCM36-W.
Device Compatibility
For the VCM36-W maximum number of compatible devices that can be connected to MeetingBar AX0, please refer to Teams Room Accessories Compatibility Lists.
Hardware Overview
The VCM36-W features the following components:
- USB-C Port ?: For charging and data connection.
- Battery LED Indicator ??: Shows battery status.
- Mute LED Indicator ??: Indicates mute status.
- Mute Button ?: For muting and powering the device.
- Charging contact ⚡: For wireless charging.
Charging Process: Connect the charging dock to a power source. Place the VCM36-W on the dock. The LED indicator will show red ? while charging and turn green ? when fully charged.
Power On and Off
To Power On: Press and hold the Mute button ? for 5 seconds. The charging LED indicator ?? will turn green and then turn off during startup.
To Power Off: Press and hold the Mute button ? for 15 seconds. The charging LED indicator ?? will turn red and then turn off. If the device does not respond after pressing the Mute button, it is powered off.
Connecting VCM36-W to MeetingBar A20/A30
The following describes the connection process using the MeetingBar A30 as an example.
Wireless Pairing (for MeetingBar AX0): To pair VCM36-W with MeetingBar AX0, enable the Wireless AP. Navigate to More > Settings > Device Settings > Network (default password: 0000) > Wireless AP, and enable the Wireless AP. Note that Wi-Fi is automatically disabled after enabling the Wireless AP.
Wired Connection: Use a USB cable (Type-A to USB-C) to connect the VCM36-W and MeetingBar A20/A30.
Diagram: Wired Connection
[Diagram: A MeetingBar A30 is shown connected via a USB-A to USB-C cable to a VCM36-W microphone. The MeetingBar A30 is depicted as a rectangular device, and the VCM36-W as a circular microphone.]
After connecting via USB cable (A-C), the VCM36-W can be used normally. You can view the connected VCM36-W on the CTP18 or with the remote control by going to More > Settings > Device Settings > Audio > Wireless Microphone.
Unbinding VCM36-W
To unbind the connected VCM36-W, use the CTP18 or remote control and navigate to More > Settings > Device Settings > Audio > Wireless Microphone.
LED Indicator Status
The microphone enters standby mode when not used for a while. It can be woken up by pressing the Mute button ? or placing it on the charging base. After waking, it returns to its previous state.
LED Status Table
| LED Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Solid red ? | Charging. |
| Solid green ? | Fully charged. |
| Flashing red slowly | Low battery (less than 20%), please charge. |
| Flash red 3 times quickly and then off | The battery is too low to turn on. |
| Solid green for 3 seconds and then off | Standby. |
| Solid green for 1 second and then off | Power on. |
| Off | The microphone is on standby or turned off. |
Mute Touch Keys Status
| LED Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Solid red ? | Muting. |
| Solid green ? | In the non-muted state, sound is picked up normally. |
| Flash yellow quickly | Pairing. |
| Flash yellow | Searching. |
| Flash green slowly | Receive an incoming call. |
| Flash red and green alternately | Looking for a microphone. |
| Off | On standby or power off. |
Mute/Unmute Microphone
1. Press the Mute button ? on the VCM36-W to mute the microphone. The muting LED indicator ?? will be solid red ? when muted.
2. Press the Mute button ? again to unmute the microphone.
Audio Settings
After pairing the MeetingBar A20/A30 with the VCM36-W, you can configure audio input settings. Navigate to More > Settings > Device Settings > Audio > Audio Input and select one of the following options:
- Auto: Automatically selects the built-in microphone of the MeetingBar A20/A30 or the VCM36-W to pick up sound based on the location of the sound source. When the sound source is close to the MeetingBar A20/A30, its built-in microphone is used. When the sound source is close to the VCM36-W, the VCM36-W is used.
- Built-in Microphone: Use only the built-in microphone of the MeetingBar A20/A30 for sound pickup.
- VCM36-W: Use only the VCM36-W for sound pickup.
Diagram: Sound Source Selection
[Diagram: Two scenarios are illustrated. In the first, a person is close to a MeetingBar device, and sound waves are shown directed towards the MeetingBar. In the second, a person is close to a VCM36-W microphone, and sound waves are shown directed towards the VCM36-W.]
Update VCM36-W
? NOTE: Make sure the VCM36-W has enough power before upgrading.
After pairing the VCM36-W to the MeetingBar A20/A30, firmware can be obtained from the MeetingBar A20/A30. For more information, refer to Firmware Update. If the VCM36-W upgrade fails, you can download the VCM36-W firmware manually. For more information, please refer to FAQ.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Failed to connect MeetingBar A20/A30 to VCM36-W.
A: Please ensure proper connection and pairing steps are followed. Refer to the connection section.
Q: Does MeetingBar A20/A30 support use WPP20/WPP30 and VCM36-W simultaneously?
A: This information is not detailed in this document. Please consult Yealink's compatibility lists.
Q: Can VCM36-W and the built-in microphone of the MeetingBar A20/A30 pick up sound at the same time?
A: Yes, the VCM36-W is an external microphone that supports simultaneous pickup with the built-in microphone. The system automatically selects the best microphone based on sound source position. For more information, refer to 'Can the built-in microphone and external microphone pick up sound at the same time?'
Q: After connecting MeetingBar A20/A30 to the VCM36-W, the VCM36-W cannot pick up the audio/there is no response when touching the VCM36-W mute button.
A: The MeetingBar A10/A20/A30 may not support using multiple microphone devices simultaneously. Check if other microphones are connected. For more information, refer to 'Does the MeetingBar AX0 support multiple microphone devices at the same time?'
Q: How to reset the VCM36-W microphone?
A: The VCM36-W microphone does not support a reset function. If you encounter issues, please refer to VCM36-W Troubleshooting.
