ClearOne Tabletop Controller Product Presentation February 2006
Dec 27, 2015
Tabletop Controller – Product definition
+ Development objectives> Offer low-cost control system alternative for current XAP 800/400/TH2 and
future XAP products> Use RAV controller as baseline – form factor has been very well received by
customers> Add user-definable keys for basic audio and presentation control functions> Replace XAP IR Remote
- Handheld form factor (remote) not intuitive for dialing a phone call
- IR signal range limited & requires line-of-sight
- Mounting transceiver in conference room sometimes problematic
- IR signal susceptible to interference from fluorescent lights & plasma displays
- Limited customization options
Tabletop Controller – Product positioning
+ Affordability> Priced at $799> Touch-screen panel control systems start at ~$1395, but typically cost $3000-
$5000- Additional programming required; total control system cost ~$10,000
> The total A/V system budget for a given conference room may not allow for inclusion of a full control system
> However, customers may still desire ClearOne’s professional conferencing solution for that particular room
> Combination of XAP & Tabletop Controller offers affordable pro conferencing solution for rooms that don’t require full touch-panel control system
Tabletop Controller – Product positioning
+ Simple, intuitive operation> Dial paid resembles a phone for instant familiarity> Users can start and operate a conference call with no training> Uses actual buttons instead of touch-screen panel, which can be intimidating> Limited button choices means less confusion with untrained users
Tabletop Controller – Product positioning
+ Audio & presentation control flexibility> Provides audio conference dialing and
basic audio controls out of the box with no programming
> 5 user-definable keys can be programmed to operate audio & presentation control functions, such as:
- Presenter mic level up/down- Lights on/off- Projector on/off- Screen up/down
> Product includes Controller Builder software – graphical interface simplifies programming of user keys
Tabletop Controller – Product positioning
+ Attractive, functional design> Sleek design looks great on any boardroom table> Weighted base gives controller substantial feel> Pre-printed labels for user-definable keys are included
Tabletop Controller – Implementation specifics
+ Wired controller only – no wireless option available
+ Included Y-cable connects to:> Serial port of XAP 800, XAP 400, or XAP TH2> Power adapter (included) – sends power to unit; no batteries required
+ Included Controller Builder software allows easy configuration of user-definable keys to execute pre-sets & macros on the XAP, and send string commands to third-party devices
+ Third-party devices that are controlled via serial connection (such as projector) connect to serial port of another XAP linked via expansion bus
+ Devices that are controlled with I/O commands connect to GPIO ports on XAP
Tabletop Controller – Product details
+ List price (worldwide): $799
+ Part number: 910-151-890
+ Availability: Begins shipping 1st half of March 2006