Description
ClearOne CONVERGE Huddle Video Conference Equipment
The CONVERGE Huddle is a compact, professional audio DSP mixer purpose-built for today’s collaborative spaces. Designed to meet the demands of small huddle rooms and similar meeting environments, this device delivers pristine, intelligible audio that makes every participant feel like they are in the same room. By enabling a single, streamlined connection to Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD), the CONVERGE Huddle simplifies setup, reduces clutter, and provides enterprise-grade sound quality for video conferences, web meetings, and multimedia presentations. Built to integrate seamlessly with modern collaboration platforms, it helps teams stay focused on ideas rather than tech and cables.
- One-cable BYOD connectivity: The CONVERGE Huddle supports a simple, single-cable solution to laptops, tablets, and conference devices, enabling both audio and video collaboration without a tangle of adapters. This streamlined approach minimizes setup time and ensures a clean, professional look in every huddle space.
- Professional DSP mixer for clear audio: At the heart of the system is a high-quality digital signal processor that delivers automatic mic mixing, adaptive noise reduction, acoustic echo cancellation, and beamforming microphone support to capture voices with exceptional clarity while suppressing background noise.
- Integrated microphone array for balanced coverage: The built-in, optimally positioned microphone array provides wide pickup patterns and precise voice localization, helping remote participants hear every speaker clearly, regardless of where they sit in the room.
- Compatibility with leading video conferencing platforms: Designed to work with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Cisco Webex, and other popular platforms, the Huddle delivers seamless integration with existing room systems and software-based collaboration tools.
- Compact, room-friendly form factor with scalable performance: The small footprint keeps desks tidy in tight spaces while delivering scalable audio performance that can adapt as meeting needs evolve, from quick stand-ups to longer, more involved discussions.
Technical Details of ClearOne CONVERGE Huddle
- Type: Compact professional audio DSP mixer optimized for huddle rooms and small meeting spaces
- Connectivity: BYOD-friendly single-cable solution for audio and collaboration applications
- Microphone handling: Integrated beamforming microphone array with automatic gain control and noise reduction
- Platform compatibility: Supports major video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex, Meet) for easy integration into existing workflows
- Power and operation: Designed for reliable day-to-day use in conference environments; power and installation options tailored to room configuration
How to install ClearOne CONVERGE Huddle
- Place the CONVERGE Huddle on the table or a secure shelf in the huddle space, ensuring clear line-of-sight for participants to the microphone array and the connected display or camera if used.
- Connect the single BYOD cable from the CONVERGE Huddle to the user’s device or to the room’s conferencing system, following the product’s recommended connection method for audio and video transport.
- Power on the unit and verify that the BYOD device recognizes the CONVERGE Huddle as an audio input/output option within the selected video conferencing application.
- Test audio levels and microphone pickup by prompting participants to speak from typical seating positions, then adjust gain, volume, and any available DSP presets to achieve balanced sound across the room.
- Fine-tune the room setup by using the device’s built-in controls or the preferred management interface to apply echo cancellation, noise suppression, and beamforming settings, ensuring reliable performance for subsequent meetings.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What is the ClearOne CONVERGE Huddle best used for? A compact, professional audio DSP mixer designed for huddle rooms and small meeting spaces, enabling high-quality audio and single-cable BYOD connectivity for video conferences.
- Q: What makes the Huddle suitable for BYOD? A: It supports a single-cable solution to laptops and conference devices, reducing cable clutter and simplifying setup so users can plug in and join meetings quickly.
- Q: Which video conferencing platforms are supported? A: The CONVERGE Huddle is designed to work with popular platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Cisco Webex, providing reliable audio integration across environments.
- Q: Does it include a microphone array? A: Yes, the unit incorporates an integrated beamforming microphone array to capture voices clearly from across the space while minimizing background noise.
- Q: Do I need a network connection for basic operation? A: For standard conferencing called by BYOD, a network connection is not strictly required for audio capture and playback. Network access may be used for firmware updates and extended management features depending on configuration.
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