ClearOne USB Expander for CONVERGE Pro 2

The ClearOne USB Expander for CONVERGE Pro 2 is a purpose-built extension that unlocks additional USB audio capabilities for your flagship mixer. Engineered for professional collaboration spaces—from executive boardrooms to hybrid classrooms—it adds a dedicated 2x2 USB audio interface, expanding your input and output channels without the need for complex signal routing. The expander sits alongside the CONVERGE Pro 2, integrating seamlessly to provide clean, reliable audio for every participant whether in the same room or connected remotely. By introducing an extra USB interface, teams can connect laptops, tablets, and other USB-enabled devices to the conference system while preserving high-quality microphone and speaker performance in the room. The device is designed for easy deployment across multiple rooms or zones, so IT managers and AV technicians can scale the audio system as needed without compromising sound integrity or subtracting valuable rack space. In short, the ClearOne USB Expander is a strategic upgrade to your CONVERGE Pro 2 system, enabling seamless, professional USB audio distribution across spaces and teams.

• Extended USB audio interface: Adds a dedicated 2x2 USB channel path to the CONVERGE Pro 2, enabling two independent input sources and two independent output streams for flexible conferencing and media routing.
• Seamless UC integration: Works with laptops, tablets, and desktop PCs running common UC apps, providing high-quality voice capture and playback for Zoom, Teams, Webex, Meet, and more.
• Plug-and-play simplicity: No complex drivers are required in typical Windows/macOS setups; just connect, select the USB Expander as your audio device, and start your meeting.
• Multi-room collaboration capability: The 2x2 USB interface supports split-room configurations, enabling participants in different rooms to share audio sources through a single converged system.
• Durable, compact design: A rugged, space-efficient accessory designed for AV racks or desktop use, with a compact footprint that minimizes clutter while delivering professional-grade audio.

Technical Details of ClearOne USB Expander for CONVERGE Pro 2

• 2x2 USB audio interface: Provides two independent input channels and two independent output channels to expand the CONVERGE Pro 2’s USB audio routing capabilities.
• USB connectivity: USB audio interface that interfaces with the CONVERGE Pro 2 and connected laptops/PCs, enabling low-latency voice and playback streams.
• Compatibility: Engineered to integrate with the ClearOne CONVERGE Pro 2 mixer and compatible UC environments across common operating systems.
• Power and form factor: USB-powered with a compact, rack-mountable form factor suitable for fixed installations or mobile setups.
• Audio performance: Optimized for conference-grade voice reproduction with clear, natural sound and reliable performance in varying room acoustics.

How to install ClearOne USB Expander for CONVERGE Pro 2

• Power off the CONVERGE Pro 2 and connect the USB Expander to the mixer’s USB port using the provided cable.
• Connect the USB Expander to your laptop or PC running UC applications via USB to route audio into and out of the system.
• Power on the devices and allow the operating system to recognize the USB device; in most cases, no driver installation is required.
• Configure the CONVERGE Pro 2 routing matrix to direct USB audio to the desired inputs (laptop, room mics) and outputs (speakers, recording devices).
• In your UC application, select the ClearOne USB Expander as both the microphone and speaker device; adjust levels in the mixer and software for optimal VOIP clarity.
• Test the setup with a short call to verify latency, level matching, and source-sink routing; tweak as needed to achieve the best voice intelligibility.

Frequently asked questions

• What does the ClearOne USB Expander add to CONVERGE Pro 2? It provides an additional 2x2 USB audio interface, expanding the mixer’s USB routing capabilities to support more USB-enabled devices and more flexible conference configurations.
• Is a separate power supply required? No. The USB Expander is designed to be powered through its USB connection, drawing power from the CONVERGE Pro 2 or connected computer as needed.
• Which UC apps does it support? It is designed to work with common UC platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webex, Google Meet and other USB-audio-based conferencing apps when selecting the expander as the audio device.
• Do I need drivers to use the USB Expander? In most modern Windows and macOS environments, no additional drivers are required; it is plug-and-play with standard USB audio drivers.
• Can I use the expander in multiple rooms? Yes. The compact design and USB interface support multi-room configurations and easy relocation between spaces, providing consistent audio quality across locations.