Summary

The Special Operations Committee of South Korea’s National Assembly needed a future-ready AV system for one of its most important meeting rooms. It had to support hybrid meetings, real-time transcription, and intuitive control, without sacrificing audio quality or system reliability. A fully integrated Dante-based AV over IP system powered by NETGEAR AV Line switches now delivers exceptional performance, simplified management, and crystal-clear audio even in high-demand scenarios.

Background

The National Assembly of the Republic of Korea is the legislative powerhouse responsible for lawmaking and government oversight. Within its premises, Meeting Room #5, used by the Special Operations Committee, hosts confidential discussions and decision-making sessions that shape the nation’s future.
With the growing demand for hybrid collaboration and AI-enabled tools in modern governance, the room’s outdated AV system was no longer sufficient. The committee required a sophisticated solution that could seamlessly and securely integrate multiple communication channels while maintaining the highest standards of audio quality and system reliability that government operations demand.
An upgrade was critical to meet the evolving needs of modern governance and ensure that parliamentary proceedings could continue without technical interruptions.

Challenge

The Special Operations Committee’s meeting room presented several complex technical requirements that demanded a comprehensive AV solution. The system needed to seamlessly handle in-person sessions, remote broadcasting and video conferencing within a single platform, allowing committee members to participate effectively regardless of location.
All 32 tabletop microphones had to deliver clean, isolated audio channels directly to an AI-powered transcription engine without interference, ensuring accurate documentation of parliamentary proceedings. NETGEAR solutions have also simplified complex AV requirements in healthcare environments, such as at Huizhen Biomedical Technology, where multicast deployment challenges were overcome. On top of that, all microphones needed to remain active simultaneously without causing echo or disruptive feedback, a critical requirement for the committee’s collaborative discussion format.
The system also had to offer intuitive control so that non-technical parliamentary staff could manage the entire AV setup with ease through a simple interface, reducing dependency on specialized technical support during important meetings.

Solution

NETGEAR Korea delivered a fully IP-based Dante AV system, utilizing their M4250 and M4350 AV Line switches as the core network infrastructure. The same AV Line switching range also supports large-scale education deployments, such as at Epsom College in the UK, where auditoria and a chapel were connected through a centralized backbone. The solution centered on NETGEAR’s proven reliability in mission-critical AV applications and their deep understanding of professional audio requirements.
The NETGEAR M4350-24F4V and M4250-26G4XF-PoE+ switches provide robust network connectivity and PoE support for all connected devices, ensuring stable power delivery and optimized data flow. Connected devices include Dante/PoE tabletop microphones with API support offering individual control and crystal-clear voice pickup, while high-performance digital signal processors manage automatic gain control and effectively eliminate feedback. PCIe-based Dante input enables seamless integration with AI transcription services, ensuring efficient real-time audio routing and accurate documentation of proceedings.
A custom-built Windows-based graphical user interface allows even non-technical staff to operate the system with minimal training, streamlining operations for parliamentary staff.
“NETGEAR has established itself as the trusted choice for mission-critical AV installations worldwide. At the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, we rely on NETGEAR as our trusted partner for mission-critical AV installations. Their AV Line switches are purpose-built to meet the stringent demands of professional audio and video applications, and their proven reliability in government, corporate, and institutional settings gives us complete confidence. When system uptime is non-negotiable, NETGEAR’s bulletproof performance and exceptional support make them our clear choice.”

Results

The upgraded system delivered transformative results across all performance metrics, establishing a new standard for government meeting room technology.
The system maintains seamless audio experience throughout the room with consistent, high-quality sound. Even with all 32 microphones active simultaneously, the setup operates without feedback, ensuring clear communication during the most intensive committee sessions. Real-time, AI-driven transcription is successfully implemented through the integration of Dante input cards, accurately capturing each speaker’s input and dramatically improving the efficiency of parliamentary record-keeping.
The intuitive user interface streamlines system management, significantly reducing the need for technical staff intervention. Parliamentary staff now confidently operate the complex AV system without specialized training.
NETGEAR AV switches provide the stable foundation that underpins the entire system, delivering optimized network traffic across all AV components, ensuring uninterrupted operation during critical government proceedings. The Flemish Parliament also modernised its historic Jan Van Eyckzaal with state-of-the-art AV facilities powered by NETGEAR.
“The AV upgrade in Meeting Room #5 has been a game-changer for our operations. With NETGEAR’s AV over IP solution at the core, we’ve experienced a remarkable improvement in audio quality and system reliability. Even during high-level meetings with all 32 microphones active, the system delivers flawless performance, no feedback, no dropouts, and crystal-clear sound throughout the room.
What truly stands out is the ease of control. Our staff, many of whom are not AV specialists, can now manage the entire setup confidently through an intuitive custom GUI. This has streamlined our workflow and reduced our reliance on technical support. The integration with AI transcription services has further enhanced efficiency, making our documentation process faster and more accurate.”

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