CONVERGE® Pro 2 012

CONVERGE® Pro 2 is the industry’s most advanced professional audio DSP platform for conferencing and sound reinforcement applications. It outperforms in any size room, audio environment, and application.

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ClearOne CONVERGE® Pro 2 012

The 012 model mixer has 12 outputs, USB audio; GPIO, RS-232, IP control interfaces; and P-Link and C-Link expansion buses.

Key Highlights

  • Built-in Native Camera Tracking for ClearOne Unite cameras and many 3rd party cameras using RS-232 and Ethernet VISCA over IP.
  • 12 mic/line outputs.
  • Increased Mic/Line outputs for other CP2 units.
  • Outputs-only DSP mixer.
  • Built-in USB for PC-based conferencing.
  • Configure and manage entire system with New CONSOLE® software, Auto-discovery of devices, MatrixView™ for entire system, FlowView™ for visualized audio signal paths and System monitoring and troubleshooting.
  • DARE™ feedback elimination.
  • Standalone and daisy-chained system.
  • Expansion bus “C-Link” with 150 channels.
  • “P-Link” bus to connect peripheral devices.
  • Flexible control options include Touch-Panel Controller with tabletop and wall mount options, Dialer app for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android , and 3rd party control modules.
  • Reduced footprint and power consumption.
  • Acoustic Intelligence for better audio.
  • Daisy-chain the CONVERGE Pro 2 with the BMA 360, DIALOG® 20 2-Channel Wireless Microphone System, and other peripheral devices through P-Link.

Applications

  • PC-based Conferencing
  • Unified Communications
  • Sound Reinforcement
  • Video codec-based Conferencing

Workspaces

  • Conference rooms
  • Training rooms
  • Lecture halls
  • Courtrooms
  • Telemedicine theaters
  • Houses of Worship

The 012 model mixer has 12 outputs, USB audio; GPIO, RS-232, IP control interfaces; and P-Link and C-Link expansion buses.

PART NUMBER

  • 910-3200-007

CAMERA TRACKING

  • Supported Cameras: Unite 150, Unite 200, Unite 160, Unite 260. (One Camera per DSP)
  • Communication Protocol: VISCA
  • Communication options: Serial (RS-232) or Ethernet (VISCA over IP)

MIC/LINE INPUTS & OUTPUTS

  • Outputs: Balanced audio outputs, 3.81 mm Black color Phoenix/Euroblock type male header, Push-on mini-terminal block
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 22 kHz @ +4 dBu, +/- 0.5 dBu
  • THD + N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise):
    • 20 Hz – 22 kHz @ +4 dBu, line level, 0.006 %
    • 20 Hz – 22 kHz @ -56 dBu, mic level, < 0.04 %
  • Dynamic Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz @ 0 dB, > 105 dB
  • Crosstalk (Mic/Line): Channel to Channel, stimulus at 20 dBu to receptor at -56 dBu, 1 kHz, < -98 dB
  • Output Impedance: Balanced (line to ground), 95 Ω, 1 %
  • Output Level: 0 dBu (Nominal), 20 dBu (Max), -40 dBu (Selectable

USB AUDIO

  • Port Type: USB-B connector
  • Audio: Digital Audio, 2 x 2 bidirectional channels
  • Sample Rate: 48 kHz
  • Sample Bit Depth: 24-Bit
  • Compatible: USB 2.0, USB 3.0

ETHERNET

  • Port Type: RJ-45, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network, Auto Negotiation
  • IP address: IPv4 (IPv6 upgradeable through future s/w, f/w upgrade)

C-LINK EXPANSION BUS

  • Ports Type: RJ-45 (Cat 5e or Cat 6)
  • C-Link In & Out: Proprietary Expansion Bus
  • Audio: 150 Expansion channels
  • Cable: Solid core, factory terminated Cat 5e or 6 cable
  • Distance: Up to 80’ (24 m)

P-LINK PERIPHERAL BUS

  • Ports Type: RJ-45 (Cat 5e or Cat 6)
  • P-Link In & Out: Proprietary Peripheral Bus
  • PoE In:
    • P-Link In Port
    • PoE 802.3 af Mode B, Midspan
    • Power on “spare pairs” 4, 5 and 7, 8
    • Input voltage range: 48 V to 56 V
  • Audio: Up to 3 DIALOG 20 Wireless Receiver units + Up to 3 GPIO Expander units
  • Cable: Solid core, factory terminated Cat 5e or 6 cable
  • Distance: Up to 200’ (60 m)

RS-232

  • Port Type: DB9 Female
  • Settings: 9600/19200/38400/57600/115200 Baud; Serial Echo; Flow Control
  • Support: Serial commands

 

GPIO

  • Port Type: 5.08 mm Green color Phoenix/Euroblock type male header
  • Support: Control, Status, Variable Voltage Control
  • Power Pin: 5 VDC @ 350 mA Power Source
  • Pin 1 to 4:
    • Open Collector Outputs: 40 VDC @ 250 mA
    • Active Outputs (Source/Sink): 5 VDC @25 mA
    • Logic Inputs: 40.2 kΩ pull up
    • Variable Voltage Control Inputs: 5 VDC max

USB CONTROL

  • Port Type: USB-B connector
  • Location: Front Panel
  • Compatible: USB 2.0, USB 3.0

LEDs

  • Location: Front Panel
  • Status LED:
    • Off: Unit still initializing
    • Blue - Fast Blinking: Stack Syncing in progress
    • Blue - Slow Blinking: Unit not configured
    • Blue - Solid: Configured unit
    • Red - Fast Blinking: Stack Sync error
  • Locate LED: Blue - Blinking: Unit “Locate” command received
  • Power LED: Blue - Solid: Unit is powered on

TOUCH SENSOR

  • Sensor Type: Capacitive Touch Button
  • Location: Front Panel

POWER & THERMAL

  • Port Type: AC Inlet
  • Mains Voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
  • Power Consumption: 50 Watts Typical
  • Thermal: 170 BTU/Hr Typical
  • Operating Temperature: 14 °F (-10 °C) to 104 °F (40 °C) Ambient Temperature

DIMENSION & WEIGHT

  • RU size: 1 RU
  • Width x Depth x Height:
    • Without rack-ears: 17.1 x 10.7 x 1.7 “ (431 x 273 x 44 mm)
    • With rack-ears: 19.1 x 10.7 x 1.7 “ (483 x 273 x 44 mm)
  • Unit Weight: 9.3 lbs (4.2 Kg) (Approximately)
  • Shipping Weight: 13.8 lbs (6.3 Kg) (Approximately)

PACKAGE

  • Power Cord: 6 ’ (1.8 m), Grounded, Qty 1
  • Output Connectors: Terminal Block Connector, 3 Position (Black), Qty 12
  • GPIO Connector: Terminal Block Connector, 6 Position (Green), Qty 1
  • C-Link Cable: RJ-45 To RJ-45 Cable, 18 ” (45.7 cm), Qty 1
  • USB Cable: USB Type A to Type B, 6 ’ (1.8 m), Qty 1
  • Rack Ears: Pre-installed, Qty 2
  • Screw/Washer Kit: Rack Decor, Qty 4

Converge Pro 2 012 FAQs

How does the native camera tracking function work?

The built-in camera tracking automatically detects and follows active speakers, using audio input to direct compatible PTZ cameras without requiring additional tracking hardware or software. This creates seamless video coverage during conferences.

What are the advantages of having multiple control interfaces?

The combination of GPIO, RS-232, and IP control interfaces provides flexible integration options with various control systems, automation platforms, and third-party devices. This versatility allows for customized control solutions to match any installation requirements.

Can you explain the twelve output configuration options?

The twelve outputs can be configured for different audio routing scenarios, supporting both analog and digital signals. This flexibility allows for multiple zones, speaker configurations, or audio distribution paths while maintaining independent processing for each output.

What types of USB audio applications does it support?

The USB audio interface supports popular conferencing platforms and UC applications, providing professional-grade audio processing for computer-based communications. It appears as a standard USB audio device, ensuring broad compatibility with various software solutions.