ClearOne Converge Pro 840T Spezifikationen

CONVERGE® PRO 880 | 880T | 880TA | 840T | 8i | TH20 | VH20 |CONVERGE® SR 1212| SR 1212TA|Beamforming Microphone ArrayProfessional Conferencing Systems

5IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONRead all safety information before using this product.1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed

95This display is identical to that shown on the Channel Tab when the channel is selected in the Tree View pane.NOTE: Changes to channel configurati

96For additional information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Mic Input Channel• Line Input Channels• Telco/VoIP Rx Cha

97AEC (ACOUSTIC ECHO CANCELLATION)AEC (Acoustic Echo Cancellation) reduces or removes acoustical echo from an input signal, thereby improving audio

98 The AEC tab shows a signal flow diagram for AEC, and has the following features: Enable AEC, PA Adapt and AEC Reference, NLP (Non-linear Processi

99 ERL + ERLE MeterShows the total ERL and ERLE reduction. This is an average meter that updates only when a receive -only signal is present.PTT (Pu

100NC (NOISE CANCELLATION)NC (Noise Cancellation) is a process in which ambient (background) noise is removed from an input signal, with no noticeab

101Configuring Noise CancellationSelect the Enable Noise Canceller checkbox to enable NC for the channel. Adjust the Cancellation Depth slider to th

102FILTERSFilters enable you to shape the audio signals from Mic Input channels for improved audio quality. There are four configurable filter types

103The following sections describe how to configure and activate input channel filters.Active FilterUse the Active Filter drop-down list to select a

104Filter NodesIn graph view, you can click on a filter node and drag it to the desired location on the graph. The setting fields immediately reflec

6CONVERGE PRO PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS CONVERGE Pro 880TAThe 880TA stands as the new flagship of the CONVERGE Pro line. Re-designed, re-tooled with adde

105PhasePress the Phase button to display the phase relationship of the graphed frequency response (appears as a grey line on the active filter grap

106Add FilterPress the Add Filter button to create a filter for the input channel. When you add a filter, it appears in the Active Filter drop-down

107AGC/ALC (AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL/AUTOMATIC LEVEL CONTROL) TAB AGC/ALC enables AGC or ALC and allows you to configure AGC settings for the selected

108Use the AGC/ALC radio buttons to select Off, ALC, or AGC. The default is Off. ALC is performed automatically; there are no user-configurable sett

109MIC GATINGThe Gate button on the Channel tab enables you to configure gating control for individual Mic Input channels, and assign them to Gating

110Gating Settings: Auto Gating The upper section of the Gate Settings section of the screen contains the gating controls for Auto Gating as shown b

111Manual Gating: Manual On/Manual OffSelect the Manual On radio button to gate the channel on, or Manual Off to gate the channel off. Off gating be

112For more information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Gating Tab• AEC (Acoustic Echo Cancellation)• AGC/ALC (Automat

113MIC INPUT SETTINGSMic Input Settings enable you to customize mic input channel settings using the Channel screen.Accessing Mic Input SettingsWith

114Pre Gain Meter The Pre Gain meter displays the mic input level before gain adjustments. Meter range is determined by the Coarse Gain Slider in th

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115Post Gate Meter The Post Gate Meter displays the audio level after gating. Channel gating for mic inputs is configured on the Gating tab of the

116Channel Routing Matrix: InputsThe channel routing matrix section of the Channel screen shows the matrix row and audio routing configuration for t

117 This display is identical to that shown in Channel when the output channel is selected in the Tree View pane. See Output Settings for more info

118For more information on using audio devices and channel objects, refer to the Table of Contents for the following topics:• AV Devices• Creating

119LINE INPUT SETTINGSLine Input Settings enable you to customize line input channel settings. All settings for a given line input are available on

120Pre Gain MeterThe Pre Gain Meter shows the line input level before gain adjustments.NOTE: All meters in Console are peak-level meters.Gain Slider

121 Select the Enable AGC checkbox to enable AGC, or deselect it to disable AGC. For AGC configuration details, see AGC Configuration Settings.Chann

122The Cross Point Attenuation slider appears. Move the slider or use the selector box to set the gain/attenuation level in dB. The range is from -6

123To save an input channel configuration, right click in the Channel screen (anywhere above the channel routing matrix). From the shortcut menu tha

124TELCO/VOIP RX SETTINGSTelco/VoIP Rx Settings enable you to customize telephone receive channel settings using the Channel tab.Accessing Telco/VoI

8CONVERGE Pro 880TThe 880T leverages the rich functionality of the CONVERGE Pro 880, and adds a built-in telephone interface and power amplifier for

125As shown above, the center pane displays a signal flow diagram for the Telco/VoIP Rx channel, real-time peak-level meters, as well as a channel

126 NC (Noise Cancellation) TabSelect the Enable Noise Canceller checkbox to enable NC for the channel. Adjust the Cancellation Depth slider to th

127Auto-Disconnect: Select the auto disconnect mode to control when the unit disconnects a connected call. Modes include Loop Drop + Call Progress,

128Telco Meters Tab (Not available on the VH20)The Telco Meters tab displays a round-trip signal flow diagram for the selected Telco Rx, as well as

129 See the Dialer topic for more information on using the dialer and its features.Dial Tone Level SliderThe Dial Tone Level slider allows you to se

130NOTE: All meters in Console are peak-level meters.NC Button Clicking the Noise Cancellation button opens the Channel Property Configuration: Telc

131The Gain slider changes the gain for the Telco receive channel from nominal 0. To change the value, use the slider or the selector box. Range is

132The Cross Point Attenuation slider appears. Move the slider or use the selector box to set the gain/attenuation level in dB. The range is from -6

133Enter an appropriate Label (name) in the entry field of Export Object dialog as shown below. Click Export to save the configuration to the databa

134OUTPUT SETTINGSOutput Settings enable you to customize output channel settings. All settings for a given output are available on the Channel scre

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135Mute ButtonClicking the Mute button toggles muting. The default is Off.Gain SliderThe Gain slider adjusts the output gain level. To change the va

136The Cross Point Attenuation slider appears. Move the slider or use the selector box to set the gain/attenuation level in dB. The range is from -6

137NOTE: Changes to configuration settings made in the channel routing matrix apply globally to that channel. For example, changing the label (name)

138TELCO/VOIP TX SETTINGSTelco/VoIP Tx Settings enable you to customize telephone transmit channel settings using the Channel screen. Accessing Telc

139As shown above, the Center Pane displays a signal flow diagram for the Telco/VoIP Tx channel, real-time peak-level meters, as well as the channel

140Gain SliderThe Gain slider adjusts the output gain level. To change the value, use the slider or selector box. Range is from -65 to +20dB in .5dB

141Channel Routing Matrix: Telco/VoIP TXThe graphic below shows the Telco/VoIP Tx channel routing matrix.All inputs from Exp. O, and from Exp. S are

142Channel Routing Matrix: Inputs, Processing, FadersIn the channel routing matrix, pressing the button above an Input, Process, or Fader cross poin

143Creating Channel ObjectsOne of the most powerful features of Console is the ability to create Channel Objects. Channel objects capture all settin

144Optimizing Output Gain StructureOptimizing gain structure for output channels ensures optimal audio performance. When initially configuring outpu

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145PROCESSING SETTINGSProcessing Settings enable you to configure filters, delay, compression, and gain to create precise audio configurations for a

146Filter ButtonPressing the Filter button brings up the Channel Property Configuration window with the Filter Tab selected as shown below.For more

147Introducing an appropriate amount of delay to the forward-mounted driver(s) re-establishes the acoustical alignment necessary for proper sound im

148Select the Enable Compressor checkbox to activate the compressor. Using the compressor, you can change the gain transfer characteristics of the s

149Input MeterShows the level of the signal as it enters the compressor.Compression MeterShows the instantaneous compression value at a given time.

150NOTE: Your changes are automatically saved when you close the slider.Expanded Channel Routing MatrixIn the channel routing matrix, pressing the b

151Creating Channel ObjectsOne of the most powerful features of Console is the ability to create Channel Objects. Channel objects capture all settin

152For more information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Channel Tab Overview• Filters• Line Input Settings• Mic Input

153FADER SETTINGSNOTE: The CONVERGE Pro 880TA and CONVERGE SR 1212A do not have fader settings.Fader Settings allow you to set configuration paramet

154Gain Slider & Post Gain Meter Adjusts output gain level. Use the Gain slider to adjust output volume level. You can also enter the level dire

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155Expanded Channel Routing Matrix This display is identical to that shown on the Channel tab when the channel is selected in the Tree View pane.You

156Enter an appropriate Label (name) in the entry field of Export Object dialog as shown below.Click Export to save the configuration to the databas

157For more information on using AV devices and channel objects, see the following topics:• AV Devices• Creating AV Devices• Channel Objects• Da

158MATRIX TABThe Matrix Tab is used to route audio to one or more destinations (outputs, expansion bus, processing, or fader channels) and to create

159Clear Matrix Button Press the Clear Matrix button to clear ALL current matrix settings. A Confirm dialog appears asking you to confirm the clear

160Process A–D (840T) and Process A–H (880, 880T, 880TA, 8i, SR 1212, SR 1212A) RoutingThere are four processing channels on the CONVERGE Pro 840T,

161Exporting Matrix ObjectsMatrix objects allow you to save customized matrix configurations into the Database and reuse them. This enables you to i

162AEC REFERENCE/PA ADAPT REFERENCE TABThe AEC Reference (880, 880T, 880TA, 840T, 8i, TH20, VH20)/PA Adapt Reference (SR 1212, SR 1212A) Tab allows

163Use the drop-down lists to select an AEC/PA Adapt reference for each input channel as required for your application. As shown above, you can sele

164Use the white cross point area to select the outputs for each virtual reference source you want to define. In the example above, Output 7 is conn

12CONVERGE Pro VH20The VH20 enables VoIP call functionality for CONVERGE Pro installations through the addition of a SIP interface. The VH20 expansi

165MACRO TABMacros define a series of commands which can be run using the Front Panel LCD, Serial Commands, Control Ports, Presets, the Web Portal,

1664. In the Console, make the routing and input/output configuration changes (such as gain adjustments, mute, etc.) that you want to include in th

167 7. Click Add to add the command to the end of the macro, or Insert to insert the command before the currently selected row of the macro. The

168Running MacrosRunning Macros Using ConsoleUse the following procedure to run a Macro from Console:1. Select the Macro tab from the Console main

169GATING TABThe Gating tab allows you to create gating groups and assign mic inputs to gating groups.Gating group assignments combine individual ch

170Gating Controllers Use the Gating Controllers section of the screen to assign Mic Inputs to a gating group. Use Internal gating groups (radio but

171Global Gating Groups Global gating groups control mic inputs connected to all units linked together through the Expansion Bus. Configure Global G

172CONTROL TABThe Control Tab allows you to configure pin assignments for the user-definable pins on Control/Status Port A and Control/Status Port B

173User-Definable PinsThe user-definable pins provide control via contact closure, and status via open collector functions in the unit. There are tw

1743. In the Control Pin State section of the screen, press the Active (Low) Command or Inactive (High) Command button to select the pin state that

13CONVERGE Pro SR 1212AThe SR1212A is a 12x12 digital matrix mixer that is the ideal solution for sound reinforcement and room combining application

175STRING TABThe String Tab enables you to create up to eight command strings that allow CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro units to control external devices suc

176Running Command StringsConsole stores the commands strings created in the Control tab for subsequent execution via the STRING serial command. You

177EVENT SCHEDULER TABThe Event Scheduler allows you to schedule commands for execution at a specific time (events). Using the event scheduler, you

178The commands available for event scheduling include:• MACRO –Executes a macro• PRESET –Executes a preset• RESET –Resets the specified device•

179DATABASE TABNOTE: Objects and Devices created in Console 1.0.4 and 1.1.5 are NOT compatible with Console 2.0+ Objects and devices created with th

180AV DevicesAV devices allow you to save pre-defined configurations for a particular type of device, such as a ceiling microphone. To access AV dev

181 Name the new device using the Name field. Enter other information as needed, adjust the configuration controls to optimize device performance, a

182 Available channel object types include:• Mic Input• Line Input• Telco/VoIP Rx• Output• Telco/VoIP Tx • Processing• Fader ChannelsTo creat

183NOTE: The Object Tree is also available when either the Unit Tab or the Channel Tab is selected, making all custom channel objects you have defin

184OPTIMIZING GAIN STRUCTUREOptimizing Gain Structure maximizes the signal-to-noise ratio for each channel, optimizes the performance of processing

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185Optimizing Gain for Line Input ChannelsLine inputs are optimized using the same procedure as mic inputs, with the following exceptions. Select th

186For additional information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Configuration Mode Overview• Mic Input Settings• Line In

187DRAG AND DROP CONFIGURATIONNOTE: Objects and Devices created in Console 1.0.4 and 1.1.5 are NOT compatible with Console 2.0+ Objects and devices

188 Creating ObjectsWith the exception of custom AV devices, which can only be created using the Database Tab, all objects can be created by right c

189AV DevicesClearOne provides numerous pre-configured AV devices, with settings that optimize the performance of the device for a typical (baseline

190 To view detailed information about an AV device’s configuration settings, or to create a custom AV device, use the AV Devices pane of the Databa

191NOTE: To apply the current channel settings to ALL channels of the same type without saving an object in the database, select Apply to all from t

192For additional information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Database Tab• Mic Input Settings• Line Input Settings•

193PRESET MODEPreset Mode allows you to create and modify presets. To execute presets, Console must be in Configuration Mode. There are 32 presets a

194Preset Configuration TabsIn preset mode, the following tabs are available on the Console Tab Bar for defining preset configurations:• Unit Tab•

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15Beamforming Microphone ArrayThe Beamforming Microphone Array is the Pro-Audio industry’s first professional-grade microphone array with beamformin

195 Creating PresetsUse the following procedure to create presets:1. Press the Preset Mode button on the Button Bar to put Console into preset mode

1965. Set the output channel cross points that you want to include in the preset using the matrix. 6. Configure the desired setting changes for t

197Executing PresetsThere are five ways to execute presets:1. Using Console in Configuration Mode2. Using the LCD Preset Menu on the Front Panel3.

198Executing Presets Using MacrosUse the PRESET serial command to execute presets in a macro. To run multiple presets at the same time, use multiple

199Exporting Preset ObjectsPreset objects allow you to save preset configurations into the Database and reuse them. This enables you to instantly ap

200FILE MENU OVERVIEWFile Menu allows you to use Site Files and Print Reports.Accessing the File MenuIn Console, select File from the menu bar. The

201File Menu: Site OptionsThe File menu site options allow you to Create a New Site, open a saved site with Open Site, or close the current site wit

202PRINT REPORTSThe Print Reports option on the File menu allows you to print a configuration properties report for a Site or Unit.Accessing Print R

203VIEW MENU OVERVIEWThe View Menu provides an alternate navigation method for viewing the screens displayed by clicking on the Console Tabs. Access

204View Menu OptionsOptions available on the View menu include:• Site View• Unit View• Channel View• Matrix View• AEC Reference Builder• Macro

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205ADD MENUThe Add Menu allows you to add units to a site using default configuration settings.Accessing the Add Menu In Console, click Add on the m

206 Configure the new unit’s properties using the General tab. Configure the new unit’s IP and serial port settings using the Comm tab. For more inf

207For more information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Unit Properties• Create A New Site• Connect To A Site• Site P

208CONNECT MENU OVERVIEWThe Connect Menu enables you to connect to a site, disconnect from a site, and refresh the current display for a site. Conne

209MODES MENU OVERVIEWThe Modes Menu allows you to switch Console between Configuration Mode and Preset Mode. Configuration Mode allows you to confi

210SERVICES MENU OVERVIEWThe Services Menu provides various utilities for using and managing CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro units.Accessing the Services Menu

211DIALERThe Dialer provides a software telephone interface for teleconferencing applications.NOTE: Dialer is only available when Console is connect

212Using DialerWhen using the dialer, the date and time, number dialed, and call status are displayed in the LCD section of the dialer window. Placi

213PHONEBOOKThe Phonebook allows you to store telephone numbers and make speed-dial assignments for teleconferencing applications.Accessing Phoneboo

214Press the Add button to add the entry to the phonebook. The number now appears in the phonebook list, and in the Phonebook portion of the Dialer

17OPERATING REQUIREMENTSPowerCONVERGE Pro devices automatically accommodate voltages of 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 W.TelephoneCONVERGE Pro devices op

215LABEL EDITORThe Label Editor allows you to quickly change the names (labels) assigned to units and channels. Using descriptive names makes it eas

216DEVICE LOGThe Device Log captures device events for administration, configuration, and troubleshooting purposes. NOTE: The device log can store 2

217Using Device LogIn the Device Log window, select the events you want to log using the Event Selection check boxes. Events available for logging i

218For additional information, please refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Site Properties• System Checks• Firmware Loader•

219EVENT LOGThe Event Log captures Console events for administration and troubleshooting purposes. Event types captured include failed login attempt

220Using Event LogCaptured events appear in the left section of the Event Log window. Event Codes and Messages appear in the right section of the wi

221WEB BUILDERWeb Builder consists of User Console and Control Console. These consoles allow you to configure a subset of call management and mixing

222 Select the key you want to program from the drop-down list in the upper left hand corner of the screen. Programmable keys include:• Line 1• Li

223For some commands, such as MACRO, the Status section of the command editor becomes active. Status controls the LED status indicator for the assoc

224The element selected determines the commands available in the Command drop-down lists in the Command section of the screen. For example, the comm

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225 To access programmed call management functions, click on DIALER. To access programmed control console mixing functions, click on MANAGEMENT (sho

226FIRMWARE LOADERFirmware Loader allows you to upgrade firmware when ClearOne releases enhancements. All models use the same firmware file (converg

227 In addition, the LED indicators on the status bar in Console turn purple to indicate the firmware load is in progress as shown below: When the f

228CONVERGE Firmware Update ProcedureThe 4.X versions of CONVERGE Console offer significant upgrades from previous versions, including support for t

229Upgrading the Beamforming Microphone Array FirmwareNOTE: All CONVERGE Pro units in the site must be running firmware 4.X to be compatible with th

230DEBUG CONSOLEThe Debug Console provides five tabs for monitoring system performance, testing and troubleshooting audio performance, and running s

231 To configure a meter, select the Unit, Meter Type, and Channel using the drop-down lists. Meter view provides a useful diagnostic tool for syste

232Signal GeneratorThe Signal Generator tab enables you to generate test signals to audibly test signal paths, gain settings, routing, and channel c

2337. Press the Signal On button to initiate the test signal on the selected unit and channel. The signal will continue using the specified setting

234System Check Config TabThe System Check Config tab allows you to select and configure the diagnostic tests run on System Checks tab. System Check

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235Sound Masking TabSound Masking is an Amplifier Out only feature consisting of three modes:• Off: Disables the feature.• Voice: Masking operates

236EXECUTE PRESETSThe Execute Presets command on the Services menu allows you to run presets while Console is in Configuration Mode.NOTE: This comma

237Select the preset you want to run from the drop-down list, then click Execute to run the preset or Cancel to return to Console. You can also use

238APPENDIX A: APPLICATION PROGRAMMER’S INTERFACETYPE AND DEVICE IDSCONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro Device Types and Device IDs by model are as follows:Model

239If an asterisk (*) is placed in the Device Type or Device ID fields, the command will apply to all units or all devices respectively. For exampl

240METER TYPE DEFINITIONS TABLEA L P H ALevel Position for:MicsBeam-forming Mic ArrayLine Inputs Outputs Telco TX Telco Rx Faders Processors Power A

241SERIAL COMMAND INDEXAA – Auto Answer Enable / Disable ...237AAMB – Adaptive Ambient Mode ...

242DELAY – Delay Adjust ...247DELAYSEL – Delay Select...

243GHOLD – Gate Hold Time Adjust ...256GMODE – Gating Mode...

244MTRX – Matrix Routing...267MTRXTYPE – Select Pre-AEC Gated or Non-Gated Routing ...

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245PTTTHRESHOLD – Push to Talk Threshold...277PUSHTOTALK – Push to Talk ...

246XAA – Auto Answer Enable/Disable ...286XAAMB – Adaptive Ambient Mode ...

247SERIAL COMMANDSSerial commands are shown in bold, followed by the command form and argument details.AA – Auto Answer Enable / DisableThis command

248ACONNLVL – Audible Connect / Disconnect LevelThis command selects/reports the audible connect / disconnect indicator’s level.Command Form: DEVICE

249ADPRESENT – Audio PresenceThis command displays the channels that currently have valid audio signals present. This command is read only.Command

250AGCSET – Automatic Gain Control AdjustThis command selects/reports the settings of the Automatic Gain Control.Command Form: DEVICE AGCSET <Cha

251AVG – Adaptive Volume GainThis command sets the maximum gain setting that the algorithm will not exceed.Command Form: Argument Type Size Values

252BFBINFO – Beamforming Array Beam Information This command reports the given Beamforming Array’s current active beams. This command is read only.

253BFZONE – Manually Disables/Enables Beamforming Mic Zones For each Mode of a Beamforming Mic manually Enable or Disable each of the Mic Zones.Comm

254CALLDUR – Call DurationThis command returns current call duration. If no call is active, this command returns 0. At the time of call termination,

21CONVERGE Pro 840T Package ContentsSELECTTELCOON/OFFMENUESC-30 -10 -4 0+4 +8 +12METER1 2 3 4RXTXTELCOCONVERGE PRO 840T(1) Converge Pro 840T P/

255CLEAREFFECT – ClearEffect Wide Band Telco EmulationThis command enables / disables or reports the current status of the ClearEffect.Command Form:

256COMPRESS – Compressor AdjustThis command selects/reports the settings of the compressor.Command Form: DEVICE COMPRESS <Channel> [Threshold

257DECAY – Decay AdjustThis command selects/reports the setting of the decay rate.Command Form: DEVICE DECAY <Channel> [Value] Argument Type S

258DEVICESUBTYPE – Sets the Subtype of a Connected DeviceThis command enables/disables or reports the current type of device connected to an input o

259DID – Device IDThis command reports the device id. This command is read only except through the front panel.Command Form: DEVICE DID [Value]Argum

260ENETDHCP – Ethernet DHCP SelectionThis command selects/reports the use of DHCP of the Ethernet port on the unit.Command Form: DEVICE ENETDHCP [Va

261ENETVLAN – Enable VLAN TaggingThis command enables/disables VLAN tagging. Valid on VH20 ONLY. Change requires reboot to become effective.Command

262FE – Feedback Elimination EnableThis command enables or disables feedback elimination on the power amplifier channel.Command Form: DEVICE FE <

263FEGL – Feedback Elimination Gain LevelThis command reports the gain value achieved at the end of the feedback automatic setup. The maximum value

264FERNG – Feedback Elimination Ring Elimination ModeThis command enables/disables the Ring Elimination Mode on the feedback eliminator.Command Form

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265FILTER – Filter AdjustThis command selects/reports the settings of a filter.Command Form: DEVICE FILTER <Channel> <Group> <Node>

266FLOW – Flow ControlThis command selects/reports the flow control of the serial port on the unit. Hardware flow control is implemented using DTR a

267GMODE – Gating ModeThis command selects/reports the setting of gating mode.Command Form: DEVICE GMODE <Channel> [Value] Argument Type Size

268GRPSEL – Gating Group SelectThis command selects/reports which Gating Group a microphone input is assigned.Command Form: DEVICE GRPSEL <Channe

269HDNLP – Non Linear Processing AdjustThis command selects/reports the setting of the Non-linear processing for each microphone channel. This comma

270LMO – Last Mic On ModeThis command selects/reports last Mic on mode.Command Form: DEVICE LMO <Channel> [Value] Argument Type Size Values Un

271LOCCOMP – Location: CompanyThis command sets/reports the location of the unit: Company string.Command Form: DEVICE LOCCOMP [Value] Argument Type

272LOGMASK – Device Log MaskThis command sets or reports the device event log mask.Command Form: DEVICE LOGMASK [Value]Argument Type Size Values Uni

273LVLREPORTEN – Level Report EnableEnables level reporting for the unit.Command Form: DEVICE LVLREPORTEN [Value] Argument Type Size Values UnitsVal

274MC – Multi-Channel ModeThis command groups audio controls for channels. Audio Controls include Gain, Ramp Gain, and Mute.Command Form: DEVICE M

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275MCMUTE – Multi-Channel Min and Max Gain SettingThis command performs/reports audio mutes of the grouped channels.Command Form: DEVICE MCMUTE <

276MLINE – Mic / Line Coarse Gain SettingThis command selects/reports the setting of coarse gain.Command Form: DEVICE MLINE <Channel> [Value]

277MTRX – Matrix RoutingThis command selects/reports the matrix routing of an input to an output.Command Form: DEVICE MTRX <Src. Ch.> <Src

278MTRXTYPE – Select Pre-AEC Gated or Non-Gated RoutingThis command selects whether the Pre-AEC routing is Gated or Non-Gated.Command Form: DEVICE

279NLP – Non Linear Processing AdjustThis command selects/reports the setting of non-linear processing for each microphone channel.Command Form: DEV

280PAA – PA Adaptive ModeThis command selects/reports PA adaptive mode for the specified Mic.Command Form: DEVICE PAA <Channel> [Value]Argumen

281PAEQRST – PA EQ Filter ResetThis command resets the EQ Level for ALL bands in the filter bank. There is no query associated with this command.Co

282PALEN – PA Limiter Enable This command changes enables the Limiter on a power amplifier channel.Command Form: DEVICE PALEN <Channel> <G

283PANGM – PA Noise Gate Mode This command sets the Noise Gate mode to be either manual or automatic. In manual mode the gate threshold will be use

284PASML – PA Sound Mask Level This command selects/reports the sound mask level on a PA channel.Command Form: DEVICE PASML <Channel> <Gro

24CONVERGE Pro VH20 Package Contents(1) RJ-45/RJ-45 Cable Assembly, 7’ P/N: 830-000-023LV

285PHONEBOOKADD – Adds an Entry to the PhonebookThis command saves an entry in the phonebook. There is no query for this command. No two entries c

286PRESET – Preset Execution/ReportingThis command selects/reports the state of a preset.Command Form: DEVICE PRESET <Channel> [Value]Argument

287PTTTHRESHOLD – Push to Talk ThresholdThis command selects/reports the setting of the push to talk threshold for a microphone.Command Form: DEVICE

288REFSET – Reference Channel Set UpThis command selects/reports the output the reference channel tracks.Command Form: DEVICE REFSET <Channel>

289RINGERTEST – Audible Ring Melody TestThis command plays the current audible ringer melody. This command is executable only. There is no query.Co

290RXBOOST – Receive BoostThis command selects/reports the receive boost status.Command Form: DEVICE RXBOOST <Channel> [Value]Argument Type Si

291SIGGEN – Signal GeneratorThis command selects/reports of the signal generator activation.Command Form: DEVICE SIGGEN [Channel Group Type Amplitud

292SLVL – Speech Level ControlThis command selects/reports the setting of Speech Level Control.Command Form: DEVICE SLVL <Channel> [Value] Arg

293SPEEDDIAL – Speed Dial a NumberThis command dials a speed dial number.Command Form: DEVICE SPEEDDIAL <Channel> [Value]Argument Type Size Va

294SYSRESULT – System Check ResultThis command reports the results of the system check. This command is reportable only. It cannot be queried or se

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295TAMODE – Telco Adapt ModeThis command selects/reports the Telco adapt mode.Command Form: DEVICE TAMODE <Channel> [Value]Argument Type Size

296TOUT – Time Out SelectThis command selects/reports the inactivity time out before returning to the unit title screen on the front panel.Command F

297XAMBLVL – Ambient Level AdjustThis command selects/reports the ambient level. This command can be used to replace the AMBLVL command for the M gr

298XCALLDUR – Call DurationThis command indicates how long a call has lasted. If no call is in session, this will report 0. At the time of call term

299XCOMPRESS – Compressor AdjustThis command controls/reports the signal compression setting on a Channel. This command can be used to replace the C

300XDELAYSEL – Audio Delay EnableThis command enables signal delay on a Channel. This command can be used to replace the DELAYSEL command for the P

301XDTONELVL – Dial Tone LevelThis command selects/reports the audible dial tone’s level. This command can be used to replace the DTONELVL command f

302XGRPSEL – Gating Group SelectThis command selects/reports which Gating Group a microphone input is assigned. This command can be used to replace

303XOFFA – Off Attenuation ModeThis command selects/reports the off attenuation value of a Mic channel. This command can be used to replace the OFFA

304XRINGERLVL – Audible Ring LevelThis command selects/reports the audible ring’s level. This command can be used to replace the RINGERLVL command f

26CONVERGE Pro SR1212A Package ContentsCABLE ASSEMBLY, RJ45/RJ45 18"830-150-004 (QTY 1)MANUAL, CONVERGE 840T800-151-880 (QTY 1)CABLE ASSY, USB

305XTE – Telco EnableThis command selects/reports the hook status. This command can be used to replace the TE command for the R group.Command Form:

306CALL CONTROL SERIAL COMMANDSCALLSTATUS – Report the Status of VoIP ChannelsThis command gives the status of the VoIP channels. This status can be

307CONFSTART – Initiates a 3-Way Conference CallThis command dials a 3rd party to initiate a bridged (conferenced) call.Command Form Details:DEVICE

308TRANSCANCEL – Cancels a Transferred CallThis command interrupts/stops a transfer. There is no query for this command.Command Form Details:DEVICE

309SERIAL COMMAND SUPPORT TABLEThe following table shows serial command support by CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro device type. Note that Telco-related comman

310COMMAND NAMEDEVICEPro 880Pro 880TPro 840TPro 8iPro TH20SR 1212880TASR 1212APro VH20Beam-forming Mic ArrayDECAY X X X X X X XDEFAULT X X X X X X X

311COMMAND NAMEDEVICEPro 880Pro 880TPro 840TPro 8iPro TH20SR 1212880TASR 1212APro VH20Beam-forming Mic ArrayFLOW X X X X X X X X XFMP X X X X X X XG

312COMMAND NAMEDEVICEPro 880Pro 880TPro 840TPro 8iPro TH20SR 1212880TASR 1212APro VH20Beam-forming Mic ArrayMLINE X X X X X X XMMAX X X X X X X XMOD

313COMMAND NAMEDEVICEPro 880Pro 880TPro 840TPro 8iPro TH20SR 1212880TASR 1212APro VH20Beam-forming Mic ArrayPP X X X X X X XPRESET X X X X X X X X X

314COMMAND NAMEDEVICEPro 880Pro 880TPro 840TPro 8iPro TH20SR 1212880TASR 1212APro VH20Beam-forming Mic ArrayTRANSSTART XUID X X X X X X X X X XVE XV

27Beamforming Microphone ArrayThe Beamforming Microphone Array requires a separately ordered PoE power supply and cable kit and a ceiling mount kit

315ALL MODELS: RS-232 PORTCONNECTING WITH TELNETUsers can connect to any unit via RS-232 and telnet. Available telnet commands are the same as those

316

317APPENDIX B: DEFAULT PINOUTSCONTROL/STATUS PORTSConverge Pro 880: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y

318Converge Pro 880T: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y Control (Input)2 Y Status (Output)3 Y Control

319Converge Pro 840T: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y Control (Input)2 Y Status (Output)3 Y Control

320Converge Pro 8i: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y Control (Input)2 Y Status (Output)3 Y Control (I

321Converge Pro TH20: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y Control (Input) Telco On2 Y Status (Output) Te

322Converge Pro VH20: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y Control (Input) Telco On2 Y Status (Output) Te

323Converge SR 1212: Port A (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 Y Control (Input)2 Y Status (Output)3 Y Control (

324All Models: Port B (Female DB-25)Pin # User Definable Control/Status Default Description1 N Control (Input) Preset Mask Bit 02 N Status (Output)

28CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONSRefer to the following diagrams and descriptions for CONVERGE Pro front panel controls and back panel connectors.CONVERGE

325APPENDIX C: FIRMWARE LOADING PROCEDUREThe 4.X versions of CONVERGE Console offer significant upgrades from previous versions. ClearOne strongly e

326Upgrading from 3.X Firmware Steps1. Remove any 1.X, 2.X and 4.X units from the stack by disconnecting the expansion bus link cable from the 3.X

327APPENDIX D: SPECIFICATIONSCONVERGE PRO 880Audio Performance• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed with a 20 Hz

328CONVERGE PRO 880 (continued)Control/Status Ports• DB-25 female A/B (2)• Inputs A/B: active low (pull to ground)• Outputs A/B: open collector,

329CONVERGE PRO 880TAudio Performance• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed with a 20 Hz to 22 kHz BW limit (no w

330CONVERGE PRO 880T (continued) Ethernet• Autoswitching with Quality of Connection (QoC)• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network Port• 10/100 Mbps Etherne

331CONVERGE PRO 880TAAudio Performance:• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed from 20 HZ to 22 kHz BW limit (no

332Compliance• EMC- FCC Part 15 Class A• EMI – EN55024 • Safety - IEC60950, CSA, CCC• Class 2 Wiring Required

333CONVERGE PRO 840T Audio Performance• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed with a 20 Hz to 22 kHz BW limit (no

334CONVERGE PRO 840T (continued)Ethernet• Autoswitching with Quality of Connection (QoC)• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network Port• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet

29CONVERGE Pro 8i Front PanelSELECTMENUESC-30 -10 -4 0+4+8 +12METER123456 78CONVERGE PRO 8iClearOne Converge 8iA6: CONVERGE8i-1C1.0.00IPA: 192.168

335CONVERGE PRO 8IAudio Performance• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed with a 20 Hz to 22 kHz BW limit (no wei

336CONVERGE PRO 8I (CONTINUED)Weight• 7.5 lbs/3.3375 kg unit weight• 12 lbs/5.4 kg shipping weightOperating Temperature• 14° F/-10° C to 122° F/

337CONVERGE PRO TH20Telephone Audio Performance• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed with Transmit Limiter and R

338CONVERGE PRO VH20VoIP Features• VoIP Features• SIP V2 (RFC 3261 and compananion RFC s)• Codec Support » G.711u » G.711A » G.722 wideband audio

339CONVERGE SR 1212Audio Performance• Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed with a 20 Hz to 22 kHz BW limit (no we

340CONVERGE SR 1212 (continued)Dimensions (L x D x H)• 17.25” x 10.25” x 1.75”• 43.8 x 26 x 4.5 cmWeight• 7.5 lbs/3.3375 kg unit weight• 12 lbs/

341CONVERGE SR 1212AAudio Performance:Conditions: Unless otherwise specified, all measurements are performed from from 20 HZ to 22 kHz BW limit (no

342BEAMFORMING MICROPHONE ARRAYAudio Performance:Acoustic Characteristics • 24 microphones• Auto voice tracking• Polar Pattern: Custom• Frequen

343

344APPENDIX E: COMPLIANCE FCC PART 15/ICES-003 COMPLIANCEThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital de

30CONVERGE Pro SR1212A Front PanelCONVERGE Pro Front Panel Control DescriptionsA. USB Type B Port: Provides convenient front panel connectivity for

345If you experience problems with this equipment, contact ClearOne Communications, 5225 Wiley Post Way, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, Utah 84116, or b

346EUROPEAN COMPLIANCEConformity of the equipment with the guidelines below is attested by the CE mark. EC Declaration of Conformity

347Telecom - Telecom Terminal Equipment (Converge Pro 840T & Converge Pro TH20 Only):ETSI ES 203 021 - 1, 2 and 3 Access and Terminals (AT); Ha

348EUROPEAN COMPLIANCEConformity of the equipment with the guidelines below is attested by the CE mark. EC Declaration of Conformity Manuf

349Safety - 73/23/EEC “Low Voltage Directive (LVD)”:Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus – Safety requirements. RoHS - 2002/95/EC & 200

350NEW ZEALAND COMPLIANCEIn the event of main power failure, Converge/Converge Pro equipment will become inoperable with regard to making telephone

351PROVISIONING THE CONVERGE VH20OverviewThis document describes the process of configuring a CONVERGE VH20 using configuration files and compares t

352<C1CONFIG> <dialplan> C1EngDialPlan.txt </dialplan> <tls_cert_update> 2 </tls_cert_update> <tls_priv

353<sip_retrans_timer_T1> range 0 to 65535<sip_retrans_timer_T2> range 0 to 65535<sip_retrans_timer_T4> range 0 to 65535<sip_tr

354<vlan_enable> 1 to 4096 enable with this VLANID, 0 – disable VLAN<vlan_priority> priority of vlan packets range: 0-7<qos_precedenc

31CONVERGE Pro Rear PanelsCONVERGE Pro 880 Rear PanelVOLTAGE RANGE 100-240 VAC 2AFREQUENCY 50Hz / 60HzMIC / LINE1234 1234LINE INLINE OUT9101112LIN

355The Dial Plan Configuration FileThe dial plan configuration file defines rules for gathering digits when dialing a phone number and also defines

356GLOSSARY Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) A process in which acoustical echo is removed from a signal. AEC can be used to remove unwanted signals

357high and low frequencies to the audio signal, creating a richer, fuller sound. All output signals routed from an input channel with ClearEffect™

358dynamically assign IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, and other parameters to devices on IP-based networks. See also Default Gateway a

359Mask.Gating The activation and deactivation of mic inputs. Converge Pro provides three types of microphone gating:• Auto The microphone will gat

360Mixer Mode The matrix mixer in Console has two settings: master and slave. Mixer mode is configured in the Unit Properties window. See also Matri

361Ratio The amount of compression applied to the output signal compared with the input signal as the signal exceeds the threshold level. See also C

32CONVERGE Pro TH20 Rear PanelVOLTAGE RANGE 100-240 VAC 2AFREQUENCY 50Hz / 60Hz12 12LINE IN LINE OUTLINK INLINK OUTRS-232CONTROL / STAT USABPCLANT

33CONVERGE Pro Rear Panel Connectors1. AC Power: IEC connector, 100 – 240VAC auto-adjusting, 50/60Hz. Warning: This equipment must be connected to

34• 880TA,SR1212A--8speakerterminalsusedtoconnectanexternalspeaker(8Ω).Four,35Wattinternal power amplifiers eliminate the need for

TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)Control Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35Beamforming Microphone Array Controls and ConnectionsRefer to the following diagrams and descriptions for Beamforming Microphone Array controls an

36CHAPTER 2: EXPANSION BUS & LCD PROGRAMMINGEXPANSION BUSThe Expansion Bus (E-bus) allows you to connect multiple CONVERGE/CONVERGE-Pro units to

37DEVICE IDSDevice IDs provide unique identifiers for all units that are linked together using the E-bus. After making Expansion Bus connections, yo

383. Use the Menu Dial to highlight DID. Press the Select button. The Device ID menu appears.DEVICE ID MENU42310564. Use the Menu Dial to highli

39LCD PROGRAMMING OVERVIEWLCD Programming allows you to make simple configuration adjustments using front panel controls (shown below).SELECTMENUESC

40I. Telco On/Off Button & LEDs: This button connects/disconnects the communications line attached to the device while the LEDs indicate the co

41LCD Default DisplayWhen you power up a CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro unit, the LCD display reads Initializing. If an error occurs, contact ClearOne Techni

42LCD CHANNELS MENUThe LCD Channels Menu allows you to adjust the gain level and turn mute on or off for all channels.Accessing the Channels MenuTo

43Setting Channel Gain and MuteThe procedure for setting gain and mute is the same for all channel types:1. Use the Menu Dial to highlight Gain or

44Settings menu options include:• RS-232• Network• DID• Default• Contrast• Version• SIP**VH20 OnlyThese options are described in the followin

APPENDIX D: SPECIFICATIONS 327Converge Pro 880. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45DIDThe DID submenu allows you to select a Device ID for the unit. Select the DID you want to use, press the Select button. Answer Yes to the promp

46Executing MacrosUse the following procedure to run macros from the front panel LCD display:1. Use the Menu Dial to highlight the macro you want t

47CHAPTER 3: CONVERGE CONSOLE PROGRAMMINGINSTALLING CONVERGE CONSOLEThe CONVERGE Console software is designed for Windows operating systems.1. Ensu

48NOTE: Windows automatically detects the device and begins the USB device driver installation. This process occurs the first time a new CONVERGE/CO

49The Console software and your CONVERGE/CONVERGE device(s) are now ready for use. If you experience any problems during installation, contact Clear

50CONVERGE CONSOLE OVERVIEWThe CONVERGE Console software provides a powerful, intuitive interface for configuring and controlling your CONVERGE/CONV

51Menu BarMenus available on the Menu Bar include:• Site• File• View• Add• Connect• Modes• Services• Help: Opens the context-sensitive help

52Tab Bar Tabs available on the Tab Bar include:• Site• Unit• Channel• Matrix• AEC Reference (PA Adapt Reference for SR 1212/SR 1212A)• Macro

53 In Preset Mode, the Site Pane displays the Current Site, Current Unit, Preset Selection list, and the Preset Name, Description, and Preset Mask e

54Objects Pane The Object Pane contains the AV Devices tab, which allows you to select from a list of pre-configured device settings and apply the

1CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTIONCONVERGE PRO PRODUCT FAMILY OVERVIEWCongratulations! You have purchased a ClearOne® CONVERGE® Pro audio conferencing solutio

55SITE FILE OVERVIEWSite Files allow you to store configuration settings for one or more units for a specific application or venue. Site files also

56The File menu appears. Select Open Site as shown below.The Open dialog appears as shown below.Locate the site file you want to open and click Open

57Saving Site FilesTo save the current Site configuration parameters, including any changes made since the active Site file was opened, click the Sa

58CONNECT TO A SITEConnect To a SiteClick the Connect button on the Console Button Bar, or select Connect from the Connect Menu. The Connect dialo

59For additional information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• Site File Overview• Site Properties• Unit Communication (

60The Site Properties window appears with the General tab selected.Create A New SiteTo create a new site, select New Site from the File menu or by c

61author, and site description in the Site Info section of the tab. Press OK to save the changes, Cancel to close the Site Properties window, or cli

62User name/PasswordsIn the User name/Passwords section, click the button for the user type that you want to create. The Name/Password dialog appear

63In the Time section of the tab, select Local Time or Network Time for the clock synchronization source.When Local Time is selected, the Apply butt

64UNIT PROPERTIESUnit Properties define properties for a specific CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro unit. Unit Properties enable you to configure general unit s

2Models The CONVERGE Pro product family includes the following models:• CONVERGE Pro 880• CONVERGE Pro 880T• CONVERGE Pro 880TA • CONVERGE Pro 8

65Add A New UnitTo add a unit to a Site, right-click in either the Site View tab or the Tree View tab of the Site View pane, or select the unit type

66Device NameEnter a descriptive name in the Device Name field. Device names are used as network identifier on NetBIOS networks. They must start wit

67SELECTMENUESCTELCOON / OFF-30-10 -4 0+4+8+12METER1234 TX RXTELCOCONVERGE PRO 840TSELECTMENUESCTELCOON / OFF-30-10 -4 0+4+8+12METER1234 TX RXTELCOC

68NOTE: A master unit is not required for CONVERGE/CONVERGE Pro sites, and in most installations, all units will be slaves. Also, SNMP Control is no

69IP FiltersUse IP Filters to enter specific IP addresses that will be allowed to connect to the selected unit. You can specify a range of IP addres

70protocols. Also, be sure you have sufficient network privileges and access required to make required changes to your network during setup. If you

71• Local Cert: Click the Browse button to upload your Local Certificate file• CA Certs: Use the Add or Del buttons to add or remove CA CertsTimer

72• TFTP Server: User manually enters the IP address of the TFTP Server.• VLAN: Virtual LAN - A LAN configured through software rather than hardwa

73• SRTP: Enabling this setting activates encryption on the VH20• Cipher: This drop-down selects the cipher to be used.• Null:• AES CTR:• AES F

74• Select the CONVERGE Pro Unit which contains the macro for muting. • Select the Macro to turn on the mute. • Select the Macro to turn off the

3• Up to eight independent signal processing blocks, each with 15 user-configurable filters (including all-pass, low-pass, high-pass, low-shelving,

75CONFIGURATION MODE OVERVIEWCONVERGE Console has two modes: Configuration Mode (default) and Preset Mode. Configuration Mode enables you to perform

76SITE TABThe Site tab shows a view of the site in the order the CONVERGE Pro units are connected with the Expansion Bus (E-bus). It displays the co

77NOTE: The Unit tab shown above is for an 880AT with the Tree View tab selected in the Site Pane. All units that are connected and belong to the si

78 Set the desired Gain settings for the Input channel using the Gain Arrows to the right of the Gain Display. Toggle AEC (Acoustic Echo Cancellatio

79Processing Channel Settings Pointing to a processing channel in the Matrix section of the screen highlights it in orange, and shows the routing fo

80Fader Channel SettingsNOTE: The CONVERGE Pro 880TA and CONVERGE SR 1212A do not have fader settings. Pointing to a fader channel in the Matrix sec

81Expansion Audio RX and TX Pointing to an Expansion RX or Expansion TX channel in the Matrix section of the screen highlights it in orange. Clickin

82Options for the selected Power Amp appear below the Matrix row.• IMPED: Selects the Power Amplifier’s impendence. Options are 8 ohm and 70/100 vo

83• Sound Mask: Launches the Sound Mask pane. » Sound Masking is an Amplifier Out only feature consisting of three modes:1. Off: Disables the feat

84• Filter: Filters selected from the Power Amp channel are only applied to the amplifier. Otherwise they operate in any combination consistent wit

4VoIP and SIP Functionality (VH20)• Voice over Internet Protocol functionality - Providing telephone functionality over an Internet connection• SI

85• Feedback: Launches the Feedback window.• This feature allows you to reduce feedback through a simple configuration window.1. Enable Feedback

86 » Feedback Eliminator Settings:• Filter Settings: Filters are applied according to the specifications the user sets. » Number of Fixed Filters:

87• Noise Gate: This feature reduces buzz and hum from the amp when the system is on but not in use.1. Enable Noise Gate: Enables or Disables the

88• Compressor: Allows the user to enable compression on an amp channel based on configurable parameters. With a few exceptions (noted below) this

89• Limiter: Establishes a ceiling level for the amplifier output. » Enable Limiter: Limits the output to the Threshold/Max Level specified by the

90• Multichannel Control: Multichannel Control is only available on amplifier channels. Each of the 4 amplifiers can be assigned to one of two Mult

91For more information, refer to the Table of Contents for these related topics:• AEC (Auto Echo Cancellation)• NC (Noise Cancellation)• Configur

92CHANNEL TAB OVERVIEWThe Channel section of Console makes the full set configuration controls available for a given channel, from input to processi

93Other buttons, including AEC (Acoustic Echo Cancellation), NC (Noise Cancellation), Filter, AGC (Automatic Gain Control), ALC (Automatic Level Con

94Use the routing legend to determine the current cross-point configuration of the selected input channel. As shown in the example above, Input 1 is