Yamaha VSP-2 speech privacy system

Yamaha Unified Communications has released the VSP-2 Speech Privacy System for the United States and Canada. The VSP-CU2 control unit features user-selectable sound types and volume levels and supports two, four or eight VSP-SP2 speakers. The sound masking system can be installed quickly into any space to keep conversations confidential.

The system prevents information leakage without emitting distracting sound-masking audio, creating an environment that makes it easier to converse. The system layers in three key features for sound masking: Info-Masking Technology, which is developed to mask the human voice in unwanted areas with a sound level that is 8 decibels lower than conventional systems; environmental audio with four audio options mixed to the speech sound masker; as well as four types of sound effects that are added to unobtrusively distract others from hearing private conversations.

The control unit allows users to power the system on and off, select their preferred sound effect (guitar, piano, music box or digital device) and environmental sound (forest, brook, urban clatter or air conditioner) and set the performance and volume level for a personalised room environment.

The system can be installed around huddle spaces, in open conversation areas and in front of and between small to medium rooms. For installation, the small, lightweight speakers can be mounted to the ceiling or wall.

The back of the control unit features a speaker switch (2, 4 or 8) and four EQ options based on the configuration of the speakers.