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Whether it is DSP or AI is not stated.","microphone_count":"The guide shows one detachable boom microphone and an audio jack for it. No other voice microphone is listed.","receiver_connector":"What is in the box drawing: USB wireless dongle with USB-C plug and a USB-C to USB-A converter.","in_the_box":"What is in the box: USB-C cable, USB wireless dongle, windshield foam, USB-C to USB-A converter, detachable boom microphone, QSG, warranty card and safety sheet.","anc":"The ten labelled controls and LEDs and the feature list name no active noise cancelling. The only noise cancelling named is the boom microphone noise reduction.","carrying_case":"The complete box list holds no carrying case or pouch.","charging_port":"Overview 04: USB-C port. The Charging section shows the USB-C cable and the charging LED. Power supply 5 V, 1 A.","connection_types":"Power on and connect: 2.4 GHz wireless. Bluetooth section. 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