Refined firmware update process to align with updated authorization and verificationrules.

New features

Option to disable 'Deep Sleep Mode'

• Introducing configurable energy-saving modes, allowing faster wake-up or reduced
  power usage based on the preferred setting.
• The default energy-saving mode has been changed from Low Power to Eco mode,
  enabling shorter wake-up times and continuous network availability out of the box.

Default camera mode

• Added configurable default camera modes, allowing AV admins to define a consistent
  start view for every call and reduce manual adjustments.

Continuous Dante® stream for mic signal (also when not in conference)

• Added an option to always keep Dante® audio streaming active, even outside of calls, for integration with external systems or assistive listening.

Dante® audio encryption

• Introducing support for encrypted Dante® streams, providing enhanced security for
  sensitive environments and compliance with modern IT policies.

Improved brute force protection

• Improved handling of failed connection attempts to enhance system security and
  resilience against misuse.

Enhanced security during firmware update process

• Refined firmware update process to align with updated authorization and verification
  rules.

Improvements

Video optimizations

• Optimized the AI camera modes with improved zoom limits, framing logic, and
  reaction timing for a more consistent and natural meeting experience

Visual feedback when waking from network standby

• Added visual LED feedback when waking from standby, providing a clear indication
  that the device is becoming active.

MS Teams V5 certification

• Fulfilled Microsoft Teams version 5 certification, ensuring full compliance and
  optimized performance with the latest Teams release.

Removal of 'Manual Exposure' feature

• Removed the "Manual Exposure" option from camera settings to ensure a consistent
  frame rate and simplify configuration.

TC Bar M network stability improved

• Optimized interface handling in TC Bar M split mode, including enhanced routing
  capabilities that allow communication from different network domains.

TC Bar M AEC double-talk performance improvement

• Enhanced Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) for better double-talk performance in
  conference calls.

Bug fixes

Volume sync not working properly

• Fixed inconsistent volume synchronization between TC Bar and host PC volume,
  ensuring reliable and accurate level display and control.

Unexpected behavior of the camera after pan/tilt

• Fixed an issue where the camera reset to full field of view after pan/tilt, instead of
  continuing from the last used position.

DisplayLink® visible on USB even if disabled in CC (HDMI)

• Fixed an issue where DisplayLink® was temporarily exposed despite HDMI® being
  disabled.

HDMI® outputs active during boot while HDMI® is disabled in Control Cockpit

• Fixed an issue where HDMI® output was briefly active during boot, even when
  disabled.

Sometimes the TC Bar cannot be found in phone list when in Bluetooth® pairing mode

• Fixed an issue where TC Bar did not reliably enter Bluetooth® pairing mode after
  multiple connect/disconnect cycles.

UAC downstream issues (interruptions/delays/artifacts)

• Fixed occasional playback dropouts and stuttering during conferences.

TC Bar M cannot disable Bluetooth®

• Fixed an issue where Bluetooth could not be disabled after streaming audio in certain
  scenarios.

Second Mic slider removed

• Removed the second mic slider visible in the settings of the host computer’s
  operating system.

Known issues

• Occasional clicking noises may occur on Dante® outputs from TC Bar S or M during
  audio transmission, particularly when encryption is enabled. The issue is under
  investigation.
• Echo may occur during Dante® operation in split mode if TC Bar M is deployed in a
  network with advanced traffic management and multicast control mechanisms. In
  some setups, network behavior can cause timing shifts in the Dante® domain, leading
  to audible echo on the far end. Possible workarounds:

1. Use single domain mode.
2. Disconnect Ctrl port when using split mode.
3. Deactivate IGMP snooping on your Dante® network.