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CONVERGE
®
PRO 880
|
880T
|
880TA
|
840T
|
8i
|
TH20
|
VH20
|
CONVERGE
®
SR 1212
|
SR 1212TA
|
Professional Conferencing Systems
Beamforming Microphone Array, CONVERGE USB,
CONNECT™ CobraNet
®
and CONNECT Dante™ Network Bridges
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

Table of Contents

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Summary

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

CONVERGE PRO PRODUCT FAMILY OVERVIEW

Overview of the CONVERGE Pro audio conferencing solution and its revolutionary advances.

Applications

Lists common venues and scenarios where the CONVERGE Pro product family is used.

Models

Lists the specific CONVERGE Pro products and associated products available.

Common Benefits

Outlines the general advantages offered by each product in the CONVERGE Pro family.

Common Features

Details the leading-edge features common to all CONVERGE Pro family products.

Feature Enhancements

Describes specific advanced features and improvements in the CONVERGE Pro family.

AEC (Acoustical Echo Cancellation) Enhancements

Details the specific enhancements related to Acoustic Echo Cancellation technology.

Telephone Hybrid Enhancements (880 T, 880 TA, 840 T, TH20)

Lists enhancements specific to the telephone hybrid functionality of these models.

VoIP and SIP Functionality (VH20)

Describes the Voice over Internet Protocol and SIP features of the VH20 unit.

Beamforming Microphone Array Enhancements

Details the specific enhancements of the Beamforming Microphone Array.

CONNECT CobraNet;Dante Enhancements

Describes the features and benefits of the CONNECT CobraNet/Dante network bridges.

CONVERGE USB Enhancements

Details the features and benefits of the CONVERGE USB audio interface.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Crucial safety instructions and warnings to be read before using the product.

CONVERGE PRO PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

Detailed descriptions of individual CONVERGE Pro models and their features.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Information on how to contact ClearOne for technical assistance and support.

OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

Details power, telephone, and environmental requirements for operating the devices.

UNPACKING

Instructions and illustrations for verifying received components and inspecting for damage.

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

Diagrams and descriptions of front panel controls and back panel connectors for CONVERGE Pro units.

CHAPTER 2: EXPANSION BUS & LCD PROGRAMMING

EXPANSION BUS

Explains the E-bus for connecting multiple CONVERGE units for powerful audio solutions.

DEVICE ID’S

Information on assigning unique identifiers to units linked via the E-bus for proper synchronization.

LCD PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW

Guide to using front panel controls for simple configuration adjustments via the LCD.

LCD CHANNELS MENU

How to adjust gain levels and mute channels using the LCD Channels Menu.

LCD SETTINGS MENU

Procedure to configure serial port settings, Device IDs, and network settings via the LCD.

LCD MACROS MENU

Instructions for running macros from the front panel LCD Macro Menu.

LCD PRESET MENU

Guide on how to execute presets from the CONVERGE Pro front panel LCD Preset Menu.

CHAPTER 3: CONVERGE CONSOLE PROGRAMMING

INSTALLING CONVERGE CONSOLE

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CONVERGE Console software on Windows.

CONVERGE CONSOLE OVERVIEW

Introduction to the CONVERGE Console software for configuring and controlling CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro systems.

Site File Management

Explains how to store, create, open, and save configuration settings for CONVERGE Pro devices.

Connecting to Sites

Details on how to establish a connection to a CONVERGE site via USB or IP.

Site Properties

Information on configuring site-specific settings, user access, and network parameters.

Unit Properties

Guide to defining properties and configuring settings for individual CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro units.

Console Navigation and Modes

Explains Console modes (Configuration, Preset) and navigation through tabs and panes.

Channel Configuration

Details on configuring channel settings from input to processing to output.

Audio Processing Features

Explains features like AEC, NC, Filters, AGC/ALC, and Mic Gating for audio signal shaping.

Console Tabs and Features

Overview of tabs like Matrix, Macro, Control, String, Event Scheduler, and Database.

Preset Mode Operations

Instructions for creating, executing, and managing presets within Console.

Console Menu Operations

Explains the functions of File, View, Add, Connect, Modes, and Services menus.

Utilities and Diagnostics

Describes tools like Dialer, Phonebook, Label Editor, Device Log, Event Log, Web Builder, Debug Console.

Firmware Loading

Step-by-step guide on how to upgrade the firmware of CONVERGE units.

Debugging and Troubleshooting

Overview of Debug Console tabs for monitoring, testing, and diagnostics.

APPENDIX A: APPLICATION PROGRAMMER’S INTERFACE

TYPE AND DEVICE IDS

Lists device types and their corresponding Device ID ranges for models.

CONVENTIONS

Explains typographic conventions used for describing serial command syntax.

COMMAND FORM DESCRIPTION

Details the structure and format of serial commands for device control.

GROUPS AND CHANNELS

Provides a table of channel ranges and group assignments for serial commands.

APPENDIX B: DEFAULT PINOUTS

CONTROL;STATUS PORTS

Details the default pin assignments for DB-25 Control/Status Ports A and B on various models.

ALL MODELS: RS-232 PORT

Explains RS-232 port connections, including Telnet access and pinout details.

APPENDIX C: FIRMWARE LOADING PROCEDURE

CONVERGE Firmware Update Procedure

Guidelines for upgrading CONVERGE Console and unit firmware versions.

Upgrading from 1.X Firmware Steps

Steps to upgrade firmware from version 1.X to 4.X, including reboot requirements.

Upgrading from 2.X Firmware Steps

Steps to upgrade firmware from version 2.X to 4.X, including reboot requirements.

Upgrading from 3.X Firmware Steps

Steps to upgrade firmware from version 3.X to 4.X, including reboot requirements.

Upgrading the Beamforming Microphone Array Firmware

Procedure to update firmware for the Beamforming Microphone Array to ensure 4.X compatibility.

APPENDIX D: SPECIFICATIONS

CONVERGE PRO 880

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 880 unit.

CONVERGE PRO 880 T

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 880T unit.

CONVERGE PRO 880 TA

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 880TA unit.

CONVERGE PRO 8 i

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 8i unit.

CONVERGE PRO TH20

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro TH20 unit.

CONVERGE PRO VH20

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro VH20 unit.

CONVERGE SR 1212

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE SR 1212 unit.

CONVERGE SR 1212 A

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE SR 1212A unit.

APPENDIX E: COMPLIANCE

FCC PART 15;ICES-003 COMPLIANCE

Information on compliance with FCC and Industry Canada regulations for digital devices.

FCC PART 68 COMPLIANCE

Details on compliance with FCC Part 68 requirements for telephone connections.

IC COMPLIANCE

Information regarding Industry Canada certification and telecommunications network requirements.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY ADVISORY

Advisory regarding AC power, electrical surges, and lightning transients.

EUROPEAN COMPLIANCE

Details CE marking and conformity to EMC and Low Voltage Directives.

NEW ZEALAND COMPLIANCE

Information regarding New Zealand law for telephone conversation recording and privacy.

JAPANESE COMPLIANCE

Specifies the DC resistance restriction for the PSTN line in Japan.

APPENDIX F: PROVISIONING THE CONVERGE VH20

PROVISIONING THE CONVERGE VH20

Overview of configuring the CONVERGE VH20 using configuration files via TFTP.

Overview

Describes the process of configuring a VH20 using configuration files and Console software.

Automatic Provisioning

Explains how the VH20 gets provisioning information from a TFTP server via DHCP by default.

Summary

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

CONVERGE PRO PRODUCT FAMILY OVERVIEW

Overview of the CONVERGE Pro audio conferencing solution and its revolutionary advances.

Applications

Lists common venues and scenarios where the CONVERGE Pro product family is used.

Models

Lists the specific CONVERGE Pro products and associated products available.

Common Benefits

Outlines the general advantages offered by each product in the CONVERGE Pro family.

Common Features

Details the leading-edge features common to all CONVERGE Pro family products.

Feature Enhancements

Describes specific advanced features and improvements in the CONVERGE Pro family.

AEC (Acoustical Echo Cancellation) Enhancements

Details the specific enhancements related to Acoustic Echo Cancellation technology.

Telephone Hybrid Enhancements (880 T, 880 TA, 840 T, TH20)

Lists enhancements specific to the telephone hybrid functionality of these models.

VoIP and SIP Functionality (VH20)

Describes the Voice over Internet Protocol and SIP features of the VH20 unit.

Beamforming Microphone Array Enhancements

Details the specific enhancements of the Beamforming Microphone Array.

CONNECT CobraNet;Dante Enhancements

Describes the features and benefits of the CONNECT CobraNet/Dante network bridges.

CONVERGE USB Enhancements

Details the features and benefits of the CONVERGE USB audio interface.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Crucial safety instructions and warnings to be read before using the product.

CONVERGE PRO PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS

Detailed descriptions of individual CONVERGE Pro models and their features.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Information on how to contact ClearOne for technical assistance and support.

OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

Details power, telephone, and environmental requirements for operating the devices.

UNPACKING

Instructions and illustrations for verifying received components and inspecting for damage.

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

Diagrams and descriptions of front panel controls and back panel connectors for CONVERGE Pro units.

CHAPTER 2: EXPANSION BUS & LCD PROGRAMMING

EXPANSION BUS

Explains the E-bus for connecting multiple CONVERGE units for powerful audio solutions.

DEVICE ID’S

Information on assigning unique identifiers to units linked via the E-bus for proper synchronization.

LCD PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW

Guide to using front panel controls for simple configuration adjustments via the LCD.

LCD CHANNELS MENU

How to adjust gain levels and mute channels using the LCD Channels Menu.

LCD SETTINGS MENU

Procedure to configure serial port settings, Device IDs, and network settings via the LCD.

LCD MACROS MENU

Instructions for running macros from the front panel LCD Macro Menu.

LCD PRESET MENU

Guide on how to execute presets from the CONVERGE Pro front panel LCD Preset Menu.

CHAPTER 3: CONVERGE CONSOLE PROGRAMMING

INSTALLING CONVERGE CONSOLE

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CONVERGE Console software on Windows.

CONVERGE CONSOLE OVERVIEW

Introduction to the CONVERGE Console software for configuring and controlling CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro systems.

Site File Management

Explains how to store, create, open, and save configuration settings for CONVERGE Pro devices.

Connecting to Sites

Details on how to establish a connection to a CONVERGE site via USB or IP.

Site Properties

Information on configuring site-specific settings, user access, and network parameters.

Unit Properties

Guide to defining properties and configuring settings for individual CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro units.

Console Navigation and Modes

Explains Console modes (Configuration, Preset) and navigation through tabs and panes.

Channel Configuration

Details on configuring channel settings from input to processing to output.

Audio Processing Features

Explains features like AEC, NC, Filters, AGC/ALC, and Mic Gating for audio signal shaping.

Console Tabs and Features

Overview of tabs like Matrix, Macro, Control, String, Event Scheduler, and Database.

Preset Mode Operations

Instructions for creating, executing, and managing presets within Console.

Console Menu Operations

Explains the functions of File, View, Add, Connect, Modes, and Services menus.

Utilities and Diagnostics

Describes tools like Dialer, Phonebook, Label Editor, Device Log, Event Log, Web Builder, Debug Console.

Firmware Loading

Step-by-step guide on how to upgrade the firmware of CONVERGE units.

Debugging and Troubleshooting

Overview of Debug Console tabs for monitoring, testing, and diagnostics.

APPENDIX A: APPLICATION PROGRAMMER’S INTERFACE

TYPE AND DEVICE IDS

Lists device types and their corresponding Device ID ranges for models.

CONVENTIONS

Explains typographic conventions used for describing serial command syntax.

COMMAND FORM DESCRIPTION

Details the structure and format of serial commands for device control.

GROUPS AND CHANNELS

Provides a table of channel ranges and group assignments for serial commands.

APPENDIX B: DEFAULT PINOUTS

CONTROL;STATUS PORTS

Details the default pin assignments for DB-25 Control/Status Ports A and B on various models.

ALL MODELS: RS-232 PORT

Explains RS-232 port connections, including Telnet access and pinout details.

APPENDIX C: FIRMWARE LOADING PROCEDURE

CONVERGE Firmware Update Procedure

Guidelines for upgrading CONVERGE Console and unit firmware versions.

Upgrading from 1.X Firmware Steps

Steps to upgrade firmware from version 1.X to 4.X, including reboot requirements.

Upgrading from 2.X Firmware Steps

Steps to upgrade firmware from version 2.X to 4.X, including reboot requirements.

Upgrading from 3.X Firmware Steps

Steps to upgrade firmware from version 3.X to 4.X, including reboot requirements.

Upgrading the Beamforming Microphone Array Firmware

Procedure to update firmware for the Beamforming Microphone Array to ensure 4.X compatibility.

APPENDIX D: SPECIFICATIONS

CONVERGE PRO 880

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 880 unit.

CONVERGE PRO 880 T

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 880T unit.

CONVERGE PRO 880 TA

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 880TA unit.

CONVERGE PRO 8 i

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro 8i unit.

CONVERGE PRO TH20

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro TH20 unit.

CONVERGE PRO VH20

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE Pro VH20 unit.

CONVERGE SR 1212

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE SR 1212 unit.

CONVERGE SR 1212 A

Detailed technical specifications for the CONVERGE SR 1212A unit.

APPENDIX E: COMPLIANCE

FCC PART 15;ICES-003 COMPLIANCE

Information on compliance with FCC and Industry Canada regulations for digital devices.

FCC PART 68 COMPLIANCE

Details on compliance with FCC Part 68 requirements for telephone connections.

IC COMPLIANCE

Information regarding Industry Canada certification and telecommunications network requirements.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY ADVISORY

Advisory regarding AC power, electrical surges, and lightning transients.

EUROPEAN COMPLIANCE

Details CE marking and conformity to EMC and Low Voltage Directives.

NEW ZEALAND COMPLIANCE

Information regarding New Zealand law for telephone conversation recording and privacy.

JAPANESE COMPLIANCE

Specifies the DC resistance restriction for the PSTN line in Japan.

APPENDIX F: PROVISIONING THE CONVERGE VH20

PROVISIONING THE CONVERGE VH20

Overview of configuring the CONVERGE VH20 using configuration files via TFTP.

Overview

Describes the process of configuring a VH20 using configuration files and Console software.

Automatic Provisioning

Explains how the VH20 gets provisioning information from a TFTP server via DHCP by default.

ClearOne Converge Pro 840T Specifications

General IconGeneral
RS-232 ports1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports2
Cancellation span130 ms
Echo cancellation12 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)62 dB
Input voltage100 - 240 V
Input frequency50/60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)30 W
Operating temperature (T-T)-10 - 50 °C
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight3.3375 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)438 x 260 x 45 mm

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