Clear One VERSA PRO CT User manual

VERSA PRO CT
ProfessionalAV Solution for Huddle Rooms
Quick-Start Guide

CONTENTS
CONTENTS .........................................................................................................................................................4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................................................. 3
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................5
VERSA PRO CT ..........................................................................................................................................5
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS ...........................................................................................................................5
Power..........................................................................................................................................................5
Environmental.............................................................................................................................................5
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................................................6
Supported Operating Systems ...................................................................................................................6
Minimum System Requirements.................................................................................................................6
UNPACKING .......................................................................................................................................................7
CONVERGE® Huddle ................................................................................................................................7
BMA CTH....................................................................................................................................................8
MOUNTING.........................................................................................................................................................9
CONVERGE® Huddle ................................................................................................................................9
BMA CTH..................................................................................................................................................10
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................................................11
CONVERGE® Huddle Front Panel ...........................................................................................................11
CONVERGE® Huddle Rear Panel............................................................................................................13
BMA CTH..................................................................................................................................................14
CONNECTING THE BMA CTH TO THE CONVERGE® HUDDLE..................................................................... 14
CONFIGURING THE BMA CTH USING THE CONVERGE® HUDDLE ............................................................. 15
CONNECTING A CLEARONE BLUETOOTH MODULE..................................................................................... 16
BLUETOOTH PAIRING......................................................................................................................................16
COMPLIANCE...................................................................................................................................................17
ClearOne Contacts ...........................................................................................................................................17

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Read and follow all instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Do not use these devices near water.
4. Clean only with dry cloth.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
7. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
8. Protect the PoE injector’s power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
13. Disconnect the apparatus from the AC mains with the mains plug. This plug shall remain readily
operable.
14. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.
15. This product can interfere with electrical equipment such as tape recorders, TV sets, radios,
computers and microwave ovens if placed in close proximity.
16. Class 2 Wiring IS REQUIRED. Only qualified personnel should wire and install.
17. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requires these safety notifications:

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WARNING:
TO PREVENT
FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
HAZARD, DO
NOT
EXPOSE
THIS
PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH
AND ARROWHEAD
WITHIN THE TRIANGLE
IS A WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK) NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A WARNING
SIGN ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING THE
PRODUCT.
Use only in
non-tropical
locations.
Use only at
altitudes of
2000 meters
or less.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM/BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS RISQUE DU CHOC
ELECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR

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INTRODUCTION
VERSA PRO CT
The VERSA PRO CT consists of two products: the CONVERGE® Huddle and the Beamforming Microphone
Array CTH.
The CONVERGE® Huddle is a professional audio DSP mixer that addresses today’s AV needs in huddle
rooms and similarly sized meeting spaces. Audio and video collaboration applications can be
accomplished through a single cable connection to users’ Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD), such as
laptops, tablets, and smartphones that run applications such as Microsoft Teams®, Spontania®, Skype®,
Skype for Business, etc.
The BMA CTH is a 2nd-generation solution for ceiling-tile installation. It features 24 microphones with
beamforming and adaptive-steering technology (think of it as smart beam selection). It is compatible with the
CONVERGE Huddle.
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
Power
•Two (2) 56V 640mA ClearOne PoEPower Injector (Part No. 910-3200-202)—one each for
the CONVERGE® Huddle and the BMA CTH
•PoE Ethernet Network Switch IEEE 802.3at, Mode Aor B
Environmental
Ambient operating temperatures from 14° F (-10° C) to 104° F (40° C)

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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Supported Operating Systems
•Windows 7
•Windows 8
•Windows 10
Minimum System Requirements
•Intel or AMD 6 with 1GHz or higher recommended
•2GB RAM (or higher recommended)
•500MB hard disk space (additional space is required to store site files and other project files)
•Ethernet Network Interface to connect a computer with the CONVERGE® Huddle
•Administrator permission to install and run the software

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UNPACKING
Verify that you have received the following components. Inspect your shipment carefully. If the shipment
shows obvious signs of damage, retain original boxes and packing material for inspection by the carrier, and
contact them immediately. ClearOne is not responsible for product damage incurred during shipment.
CONVERGE® Huddle
Item No.
Description
Quantity
1
CONVERGE® Huddle
1
2
3.50mm terminal block connector, 3 pos (green)
1
3
3.50mm terminal block connector, 3 pos (orange)
3
4
3.50mm terminal block connector, 3 pos (black)
2
5
USB 3.0 type A male to type B male 6’ cable (black)
1
6
TRRS 3.5mm male to male 6’ cable (black)
1
7
Connector, mini COMBICON plug, 2 positions, 5.08mm RA (black)
2
8
M3 X 8mm, plain Phillips pan-head screw
4
9
M4 X 8mm, Phillips pan-head screw
4
10
Mounting ears
2
11
CONVERGE® Huddle quick-start guide (not shown)
1

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BMA CTH
Item No.
Description
Quantity
1
BMA CTH
1
2
Plenum shield
1
3
Phoenix Connectors (not shown)
2
1
2

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MOUNTING
CONVERGE® Huddle
Your CONVERGE® Huddle product comes with mounting ears. The ears fit a rack mounting kit that can be
used to mount 1 to 2 units in a 1RU rack (sold separately from the Huddle).
There are 5 mounting options:
•VESA standard
•Wall mount
•Behind display
•Under the table
•Rack
Mount the unit by performing the following steps.
1. Secure the mounting ears to two posts or mounting strips in the rack using the four screws
provided.
2. Because the mounting ears support the weight of the chassis, use all four screws to fasten the two
rack-mount brackets to the rack posts.

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BMA CTH
The BMA CTH mounts in a 24” x 24” or 600mm x 600mm ceiling tile space. There is also an adapter that
converts the 600mm version to 625mm. There is no mounting hardware provided with the BMA CTH.
The BMA CTH can be ceiling-mounted in a suspended ceiling, held in place by the standard T-BAR grid, with
additional 1/8” safety (seismic) cables (not included). Four attachment points are recommended for stability.

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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
CONVERGE® Huddle Front Panel
Item No.
Description
1
HDMI Out: Provides connectivity to room display devices (i.e. monitors).
2
LAN Ethernet port: Provides network pass-through to the USB-connected laptop.
3
USB Type B port: Used to configure Versa Pro CT. Also provides connectivity to laptops,
Macs, and PCs.
NOTE: Machines require DisplayLink driver.
•Use DisplayLink driver version R7.7M2 and up for Windows and v2.3.0 for MAC.
To verify installation:
oIn Windows Vista and later, navigate to Control Panel > Add/ Remove
Programs --> DisplayLink Core Software. To view software version, select
the program and click “Click here for support information.”
oIn MAC OS, navigate to the DisplayLink driver by selecting About this Mac
menu > More Info... > Contents > Software > Extensions, then scroll to
locate the DisplayLink driver information.
oFor more detail, go to: https://support.displaylink.com/
knowledgebase/articles/533875-how-to-identify-the-displaylink-software-
version-i.
•Windows should install and update the driver automatically. For manual
installation on PC or MAC, download the latest DisplayLink driver at:
http://www.displaylink.com/downloads.
4
USB Type A port: Provides connectivity to cameras and other USB devices.
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2
3
4
5
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7

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5
Locate button: Indicates or highlights a device in Pro Console. Shows model number, unit
name, and IP address.
Locate LED:
Blinking blue indicates that the “Locate” command has been received.
6
Status LED:
•Off (no light): unit still initializing
•Fast blinking blue: stack syncing in progress
•Slow blinking blue: unit not configured
•Solid blue: configured unit
•Fast blinking red: Stack sync error
7
Power LED:solid blue indicates the unit is powered on.

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CONVERGE® Huddle Rear Panel
Item No.
Description
1
P-Link Expander port: provides connectivity to any ClearOne products with P-Link
technology.
2
Ethernet/PoE port: A RJ-45 10/100Mbps Ethernet PoE port that connects to the ClearOne
PoE power injector, or PoE Ethernet network switch for power, monitoring, and/or
configuration.
WARNING: Power over Ethernet (PoE) equipment used with CONVERGE® Huddle must
meet the IEEE 802.3af or802.3at standards. A 56V 640mA ClearOne PoEPower Injector
(Part No. 910-3200-202) should beused. Power sourcing equipment complying with these
standards followa procedure for negotiating whether power should be supplied. Non-
compliant power sourcing equipment mayapply power immediately and could damage
the CONVERGE® Huddle.
Also, ensure that the PoE is connected asthelast step, after plugging in all other cables
during initial installation of theCONVERGE® Huddle.
3
Factory reset button: Restores the CONVERGE Huddle to factory defaults. Press continually
for approximately 10 second or until you see the status and locate LEDs alternating on/off.
4
2-channel speaker posts: Two Phoenix Euroblock connectors used to connect an external
speaker.
5
Amplifier line outputs: Mini-terminal push-on connector for line-level outputs.
6
Mic/line inputs:Mini-terminal push-on block connector for any combination of microphone
and/or line level inputs. Three mic/line in channels support AEC. One does not support AEC.
7
3.5mm audio: One 3.5mm TRRS connector that connects to a phone or tablet for audio.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

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BMA CTH
Item No.
Description
1
Speakers Out: Two Phoenix Euroblock connectors used to connect 2 external speakers.
2
PoE In:Connects PoE Injector to provide power to the BMA CTH.
WARNING: Power over Ethernet (PoE) equipment used with CONVERGE® Huddle must meet
the IEEE 802.3af or802.3at standards. A 56V 640mA ClearOne PoE Power Injector (Part No.
910-3200-202) should beused. Power sourcing equipment complying with these standards
follow a procedure for negotiating whether power should besupplied. Non-compliant power
sourcing equipment may apply power immediately andcould damage the CONVERGE®
Huddle.
Also, ensure that the PoE is connected asthelast step, after plugging in all other cables
during initial installation of theBMA CTH.
3
Power Select: Determines power source—either PoE In or P-Link In
4
P-Link In: provides power, audio, and control for peripheral devices.
5
P-Link Out: connects to another P-Link device that requires power. Users can chain one BMA
CTH to a BT EX.
CONNECTING THE BMA CTH TO THECONVERGE® HUDDLE
In order touse the BMA CTH,you must connect it to theCONVERGE® Huddle. To do so, perform the
following steps.
1. If you haven’t done so already, remove your BMA CTH from its packaging.
2. Install the BMA CTH in the required location.
3. Connect the BMA CTH to the CONVERGE® Huddle.
4. Using Pro Console, configure the BMA CTH as required.
1
2
3
4
5

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CONFIGURING THE BMA CTH USING THE CONVERGE® HUDDLE
The unit comes with default configuration for plug-and-play operation; however, Pro CONSOLE software can
be used to configure CONVERGE® Huddle units. Configuration instructions for the BMA CTH can be found in
the user manual, located at www.clearone.com.
The default BMA CTH matrix is defined below.

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CONNECTING A CLEARONE BLUETOOTH MODULE
The BT EX (ordered separately) connects to the CONVERGE® Huddle by connecting to the P-Link Out on the
BMA CTH.
1. Connect a RJ-45 cable to the back side of the BT EX.
2. Connect the other end of the RJ-45 cable into the P-Link Out on the BMA CTH.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING
In devices that have near-field communication (NFC) capabilities, tap the BT EX face plate with the NFC-
capable device. This initiates a pairing between the device and the BT EX.
To pair a non-NFC device, perform the following steps.
1. Push the reset/pairing button on the front of the BT EX face plate.
2. In your Bluetooth-enabled device, navigate to your Bluetooth settings (e.g. for iOS users,
Settings > Bluetooth).
3. Select “ClearOne Bluetooth XXXX” (XXXX indicates the last 4 digits of the MAC address).
When a device is paired, a short beep plays followed by a higher frequency beep.
When a device is unpaired, a short beep plays followed by a lower frequency beep.

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Information in this document is subject tochange without notice. QSG-0081-001 v1.1June 2020
COMPLIANCE
Details oncompliance for the CONVERGE® Huddle and the BMA CTH can be found ontheClearOne
website under “Resource Library.”
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