Provides flexible connections to program LED activations on the microphones, trigger third-party devices; and trigger presets based on room configuration, such as combine/divide.
Key Highlights
- Can be used to activate LED on mics, trigger macros and presets, activate camera tracking, and activate global mute.
- Can daisy-chain up to three GPIO expanders per CP2, and can also be daisy-chained with other P-link devices.
- Can be placed up to 200’ (60m) from CP2 or other P-link devices, extending a P-link chain.
- Compact form factor and flexible mounting (rack, under-table, wall, or ceiling).
- P-link or PoE Injector for power and Serial connection for control interface.
Applications
- Activate LED on microphones
- Trigger macros and/or presets
- Activate camera tracking
- Activate global mute with master button
Connectivity & Power
- Direct connection to CONVERGE Pro 2 (CP2), Beamforming Microphone Array 2, USB Expander and DIALOG 20 Wireless Receiver
- P-Link for power, audio, control from CP2
- PoE Injector for power
- RS-232 connection for control interface
- Euroblock connections for GPIO
Provides flexible connections to program LED activations on the microphones, trigger third-party devices; and trigger presets based on room configuration, such as combine/divide.
GPIO
- Total Pins: Inputs: 12
- Outputs: 12
- 5V DC: 1 for every 3 I/O pins
- GND: 1 for every 3 I/O pins
- Port Type: 5 Position 3.81mm Phoenix/Euroblock type, male header (Green)
- Input Blocks: 4
Each Block, Pins 1 to 5:
- Pin 1: 5V DC @ 350mA Power Source
- Pins 2, 3, 4: Logic inputs, 40.2kΩ pull up
- Pin 5: Ground - Output Blocks: 4
Each Block, Pins 1 to 5:
-Pin 1: 5V DC @ 350mA Power Source
- Pins 2, 3, 4: Open Collector outputs 40VDC @ 250mA
- Pin 5: Ground
P-Link Peripheral Bus
- Ports Type: RJ-45 (Cat5e or Cat6)
- P-Link In & Out: Proprietary Peripheral Bus
- PoE In: P-Link In Port
- PoE IEEE802.3AF
- Audio: Up to 3 GPIO Expander units + Beamforming Microphone Array 2 units + up to 3 DIALOG 20 Wireless Receiver units, along with up to 3 GPIO Expander units in the same chain
- Cable: Solid core 24AWG, factory terminated Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable
- Distance: Up to 200 feet (60 meters)
- Daisy-chain: Up to 3 GPIO Expander units + Up to 3 Beamforming Microphone Array 2 units + Up to 3 USB Expander units + Up to 3 DIALOG 20 Wireless Mic Receiver units in the P-link chain
RS232
- Type: 3 Position (Tx, Rx, Gnd) 3.81mm Grey Header, Male, Phoenix type Euroblock connectors
- Support: Serial commands
- Connection: Connect with Touch Panel Controller for CP2, 3rd-party control devices
POWER SELECTION SWITCH
- Sensor Type: Slide Switch
- Toggle toward P-Link to power device by P-Link
- Toggle toward PoE to power device by PoE Injector
PoE In PORT
- Port Type: RJ-45 port
- PoE: 802.3af or 802.3at PoE/PoE+ injector input
CONFIGURATION & ADMINISTRATION SOFTWARE
- Pro CONSOLE Software
FRONT PANEL LEDs
- POWER LED:
- Off: Not powered
- Solid Blue: Powered ON - STATUS LED:
- Off: No P-Link plugged in
- Solid Blue: P-Link plugged in and system working normally
- Flashing Blue: Locate mode initiated from Pro CONSOLE Software
- Red: an Error condition
MOUNTING
- Rack-shelf mount
- Underneath table mount
- Wall mount
- Ceiling mount
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GPIO Expander FAQs
How many GPIO Expanders can I connect to a CONVERGE Pro 2 system and what's the maximum distance?
You can daisy-chain up to three GPIO Expanders per CONVERGE Pro 2 unit, and each can be placed up to 200 feet (60 meters) from the CP2 or other P-link devices. They can also be daisy-chained with other P-link compatible devices for flexible system expansion.
What are the main applications for the GPIO Expander?
The GPIO Expander serves several key functions:
LED activation on microphones
Triggering macros and presets
Activating camera tracking
Controlling global mute with a master button
Triggering third-party devices
Managing room configurations (like combine/divide scenarios)
What are the connectivity and power options for the GPIO Expander?
The GPIO Expander offers multiple connectivity and power options:
P-Link connection for power, audio, and control from CP2
PoE Injector for power
RS-232 connection for control interface
Euroblock connections for GPIO
Direct connection compatibility with CONVERGE Pro 2, Beamforming Microphone Array 2, USB Expander, and DIALOG 20 Wireless Receiver
How flexible is the installation of the GPIO Expander?
The GPIO Expander is designed for versatile installation with:
Compact form factor
Multiple mounting options (rack, under-table, wall, or ceiling)
Extended placement range (up to 200 feet from CP2)
Flexible power options (P-link or PoE)
This allows for convenient installation in various room configurations while maintaining system functionality.