CONVERGE® Pro 2 128

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 2 128

The 128 model mixer has 12 inputs with AEC, 8 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 inputs and 8 mic/line outputs
  • Next-gen Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) on every mic input.
  • Built-in USB for PC-based conferencing.
  • Configure and manage entire system with New CONSOLE® software, Auto-discovery of devices, MatrixViewTM for entire system, FlowViewTM for visualized audio signal paths and System monitoring and troubleshooting.
  • DARE™ feedback elimination.
  • C-Link and P-Link enable easy addition of DSPs and peripherals.
  • Stack up units up to 144 Mic/Line inputs.
  • Reduced footprint and power consumption.
  • 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.
  • Noise Cancellation with Adaptive-Ambience.
  • Daisy-chain the CONVERGE Pro 2 with the BMA 360, DIALOG® 20 USB 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
  • Auditoriums
  • Board rooms
  • Huddle rooms

The 128 model mixer has 12 inputs with AEC, 8 outputs, USB audio; GPIO, RS-232, IP control interfaces; and P-Link and C-Link expansion buses.

PART NUMBER

  • 910-3200-001

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

  • Inputs: Balanced audio inputs, 3.81 mm Black color Phoenix/Euroblock type male header, Push-on miniterminal block
  • Outputs: Balanced audio outputs, 3.81 mm Black color Phoenix/Euroblock type male header, Push-on miniterminal block
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 22 kHz @ +4 dBu, +/- 0.5 dBu
  • EIN (Equivalent Input Noise): 20 kHz BW, max gain, Rs = 150 Ω, -126 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
  • Input Impedance: Balanced (line to ground), 2,2 kΩ, 1 %
  • Nominal Input Level: Adjustable -56 dB to 0 dB, 7 dB step coarse gain
  • Maximum Input Level: -65 dBu to 20 dBu
  • Phantom Power: 48 V, Impedance 6.81 kΩ
  • 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 bi-directional 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 Beamforming Microphone Array 2 units + up to 3 DIALOG 20 Wireless Receiver units + Up to 3 USB Expander 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: 5VDC max
  • Ground Pin: GND

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
  • Input Connectors: Terminal Block Connector, 4 Position (Orange), Qty 12
  • Output Connectors: Terminal Block Connector, 3 Position (Black), Qty 8
  • 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 2 128 FAQs

What makes this a "next-gen" audio DSP platform?

The CONVERGE Pro 2 128 features the latest generation of audio processing algorithms, offering superior noise reduction, faster echo cancellation convergence, and more sophisticated audio enhancement capabilities than previous generations. Its processing power allows for more complex audio routing and manipulation.

How does the advanced echo cancellation improve conferencing?

The system uses sophisticated algorithms to provide faster echo detection and cancellation, better double-talk performance, and superior noise reduction. It continuously adapts to room acoustics and changing conditions, ensuring clear, natural conversations without interruption.

What flexible control options are available?

The platform offers multiple control interfaces including IP, RS-232, GPIO, and third-party control system integration. Users can access controls through software, mobile apps, or custom touch panels, with the ability to create different user interfaces for different skill levels.

What types of sound reinforcement applications can it handle?

The system excellently handles various sound reinforcement scenarios from basic conference room audio to complex multi-zone installations. It provides automatic mixing, feedback elimination, room combining capabilities, and precise gain management for optimal sound quality in any space.