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CONVERGE
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Pro 2 GPIO Expander
A General Purpose Input and Output Expander unit for CONVERGE
®
Pro 2
Quick-Start Guide
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CONTACT INFORMATION .......................................................... 10
Table of Contents
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CONVERGE PRO 2 GPIO EXPANDER
Congratulations on purchasing your GPIO Expander.
The CP2 GPIO expander is a compact, flexible, easy-to-use GPIO unit
that gives you an additional 12 inputs and 12 outputs for even greater
control of microphones, and 3rd party systems and devices. It is
designed specifically for CP2 DSP Mixers.
IMPORTANT:
The CP2 GPIO expander can only be used only with
CONVERGE Pro 2 systems. It is not compatible with first generation
CONVERGE Pro.
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The following items are included with the CP2 GPIO Expander:
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CP2 GPIO Expander Unit
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1 Qty 3.81mm Terminal Block Connector, 3
Position (Orange) for RS-232 connection
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8 Qty 3.81mm Terminal Block Connector, 5
Position (Green) for GPIO connection
Verify that all items have been received. If there is any issue, please
contact your ClearOne representative.
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NOTE:
Installer is responsible for ensuring CP2 expander is firmly
attached to sturdy support that holds the weight of the expander
unit and mounting hardware.
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The following parts are not included with the CP2 GPIO Expander:
Drywall saw for cutting hole in
ceiling or wall for cable passage
for above ceiling mounting
#1 Phillips screwdriver
Level used to level the expander
Drill bits appropriate
to fastener type
Electric or portable drill
4 Qty
#6 or M3.5 screws
4 Qty
Wall fasteners appropriate to the wall/ceiling material
T15 Torx screwdriver
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The following tools are required to install the GPIO expander:
QUICK-START OVERVIEW
Perform these steps in the following order to use the GPIO Expander in
your CP2 system:
1. Mount the GPIO Expander.
2. Connect the GPIO Expander.
3. Configure the GPIO Expander.
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MOUNT THE GPIO EXPANDER
The GPIO expander can be mounted in 1) a rack shelf , 2) under
the table, 3) on the wall, 4) above the ceiling. Each mounting type is
explained below. Mounting hardware is not provided.
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ClearOne offers a standard 1U rack shelf with 20lb (9kg) weight capacity.
ClearOne 1U Rack Shelf
(Part No. 910-6106-001)
1. Determine location for rack shelf.
2. Align mounting holes on rack shelf mounting ears with holes on the
rack (at determined location).
3. Insert the four #10-32 screws included with the ClearOne 1U rack
shelf (or proper screws for your 3
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NOTE:
Remove pre-installed mounting ears on expander to fit up to 3
expander units side-by-side on a single ClearOne 1U rack shelf.
4. Torx drive screws secure the pre-installed mounting ears to the
main body of the expander unit. Remove them with a Torx T15
screwdriver. (optional)
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Pre-installed mounting ear
Pre-installed mounting ear
Pre-installed
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Pre-installed
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Mounting hardware is not provided. Select your own hardware based on
your specific installation needs.
1. Determine location for the mount.
2. Using expander as a guide (and level if needed), mark four
mounting hole locations with a pencil.
3. Determine proper depth and diameter, and drill four pilot holes for
the #6 or M3.5 screws.
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Pre-installed
mounting ear
Front Panel
Back Panel
5. Secure expander unit(s) to the rack shelf. You must supply your own
hardware (four #6 or M3.5 screws) for securing the expander(s).
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4. Align mounting holes on expander mounting ears with pilot holes.
5. Insert four #6 or M3.5 screws and tighten.
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Mounting hardware is not provided. Select your own hardware based on
your specific installation needs.
1. Determine location for the mount.
2. Using expander as a guide (and level if needed), mark four
mounting hole locations with a pencil.
3. Drill four pilot holes for fasteners/anchors using proper size drill bits.
4. Install fasteners/anchors.
5. Align mounting holes on expander mounting ears with pilot holes.
6. Insert four #6 or M3.5 screws and tighten.
NOTE:
Anchors and screws used to mount the expander are not
provided and must be selected by installer for the type of wall material
supporting the expander. Take care while drilling and installing anchors
so wall material does not tear out and weaken attachment.
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Mounting hardware is not provided. Select your own hardware based on
your specific installation needs.
NOTE:
It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the installation
and cable routing complies with local safety codes.
1. Determine location for the mount, and where to route cables.
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Mark location where you want to route cables through with a pencil
(on finished side of the ceiling tile) if you need to cut a hole.
2. Remove affected ceiling tile and adjacent tiles required for access.
3. Install fasteners/anchors.
4. Install expander unit at determined location.
5. Use drywall saw to cut hole into finished side of ceiling tile at
marked location.
6. Route the cables through the hole.
NOTE:
Carefully run connected cables so they do not block the
cooling vents or put strain on the connectors.
NOTE:
Anchors and screws used to mount the expander are not
provided and must be selected by installer for the type of ceiling
material supporting the expander. Take care while drilling and installing
anchors so ceiling material does not tear out and weaken attachment.
CONNECTIONS
Connect the GPIO expander to:
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Peripheral Link (P-Link) or Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) power injector
with a CAT5e or CAT6 cable,
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Third-party systems and devices with GPIO inputs and outputs via
the 5 Position Terminal Block Plug 3.81mm GN connectors,
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A remote control serial device (such as ClearOne’s Touch Panel
Controller, or any 3
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Position Terminal Block Plug 3.81mm GY connector.
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The CP2 GPIO Expander can be powered by a standard PoE injector, or
a P-Link connection.
P-Link In and Out ports enable you to connect with a CP2 unit or other
P-Link devices. P-Link connections also carry power and control through
CAT5e or CAT6 cable. When not supplying power to an expander via
a P-Link connection, power an expander via PoE by connecting a PoE
Power Injector to the PoE In port.
Set the Power Select switch towards P-Link In or PoE In based on the
power source.
P-Link
CP2
GPIO
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CAT5e / CAT6 cable
Up to 200 Ft
PoE
GPIO Expander Powered by PoE
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Front Panel LEDs
Power LED
Off - not powered
Solid Blue - powered
Status LED
Off - No P-Link plugged in
Solid Blue - P-Link plugged in and system working normally
Flashing Blue - Locate mode initiated from CP2 CONSOLE Software
Red - Error condition
Detailed instructions on using the Locate function in the CP2 CONSOLE
software can be found in the CONVERGE Pro 2 CONSOLE User Manual
at: http://www.clearone.com/resources#professional_audio
GPIO Expander Powered by P-Link
P-Link
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PoE
CAT5e / CAT6 cable
Up to 200 Ft
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CONFIGURE THE GPIO EXPANDER
CONVERGE Pro 2 CONSOLE software is required for configuring the
CP2 and expander units.
The CP2 CONSOLE uses auto-discovery when in online mode to help
identify and list the expanders under the P-Link Devices section. GPIO
expander pins respond and function exactly as the pins directly on the
main CP2 unit, except that main CP2 unit pins are flexible pins that can
be configured for either input or output.
Phases of the software setup include:
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Create a new or open an existing project
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Add a CP2 and peripheral devices to a project
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Configure device/stack settings
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Configure and manage Room (Space) settings
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Add GPIO to rooms where necessary
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Creating and managing Room Partition settings
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Configure GPIO pins input (triggers) and output (actions) pins
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Configure gating settings for microphones
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View project file status
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Send configurations
These processes are detailed in the CONVERGE Pro 2 CONSOLE User
Manual at: http://www.clearone.com/resources#professional_audio
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Headquarters
5225 Wiley Post Way
Suite 500
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Sales
Tel:
801.975.7200
e-mail:
sales@clearone.com
US & Canada
Tel:
801.975.7200
Toll Free:
800.945.7730
Fax:
801.303.5711
TechSupport
Tel:
801.974.3760
e-mail:
tech.support@clearone.com
International
Tel:
+1.801.975.7200
e-mail:
global@clearone.com
© 2017 ClearOne, Inc. All rights reserved.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
QSG-0040-001 Rev1.0 May 2017
PART NUMBERS
910-3200-301
CONVERGE Pro 2 GPIO Expander
910-3200-302
CONVERGE Pro 2 USB Expander
910-3200-202
PoE+ Power Supply Kit for 3 devices
910-001-004
PoE Power Supply for 1 device
910-6106-001
1U Universal Rack-Shelf
910-3200-204-50
50 Ft RJ45 CAT6 Cable
910-3200-204-100
100 Ft RJ45 CAT6 Cable
910-3200-204-150
150 Ft RJ45 CAT6 Cable
910-3200-204-200
200 Ft RJ45 CAT6 Cable