Lightware Taurus adds BYOD functionality to Microsoft Teams Rooms

The integration of Microsoft Teams Room with Taurus UCX and TPX switches Lightware Expands connectivity options beyond the limitations of standard room peripherals.

The integration of Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) with the Lightware Taurus Universal Matrix Switches offers a new level of flexibility in meeting spaces, enabling system integrators to create sophisticated and intuitive meeting rooms without the need for complex programming.

The users of Update UCX and TPX benefit from easier content sharing and flexible connectivity options, while taking advantage of the power of USB-C.

“We are committed to developing effective solutions for corporate spaces, educational environments and conference rooms”, states Gergely Vida, CEO of Lightware. ”

Microsoft Teams Room integration with Taurus UCX and TPX switches expands connectivity options beyond the limitations of standard room peripherals.

While usual codecs only offer a USB-C input, Taurus extends this capability to multiple puertos USB-C, along with HDMI and USB connectors, giving users much greater freedom to connect, share and collaborate without restrictions”.

Users often face technical difficulties in meetings due to limited USB-C inputs and insufficient support for Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Thanks to Lightware MTR integration, Taurus switches connect personal laptops to room peripherals, providing access to audio, video, charging and wired Internet for guests using VLAN-based network access.

Sharing local 4K60 Hz content 4:4:4 guarantees high quality images, while support for multi-source scenarios keeps sessions fluid when switching presenters.

Unlike basic switches, Taurus monitors whether the room codec is on a call before routing USB and video signals. Features like Auto Select, Initial detection, Final Detection and Source Prioritization ensure smooth, uninterrupted transfers. For example, if one presenter shares content and another plugs in their laptop just to charge, Taurus Initial Detection mode keeps the original presentation live instead of incorrectly switching sources.

Integration with Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android systems ensures compatibility with conferencing hardware such as Cisco Room Devices and devices HP/Poly of the series X y G.

Device monitoring, he LW3 protocol and intelligent automation tools, like the LARA platform de Lightware, facilitate installation for system integrators and reduce IT interventions once the room is operational, ensuring meetings start on time and run smoothly. Simplified screen management, lights, projectors, blinds and more can be accessed from a single control panel, which improves the user experience.