Testing carried out April 2011

System

ClearOne

Model

Chat 150USB

Guide Cost

£245

Test Date

17/03/2010

WebSite

http://www.clearone.com/video-conference-speakerphone.html

A. Hardware Description

Dimensions

 ~200mm square x 40mm tall;

Appearance

Black soft glossy

Controls

Volume Up; Volume Down; Microphone Mute

Connectors

Mini USB

Indicators/LEDs functions

Mic Mute Status; Volume

Power

Through USB

Cables Supplied

USB Type A -B

Warranty

2 year

Documentation Supplied

A6 24 page quickstart guide; English

Web Info

http://www.clearone.com/resources/library.php?content=main&product=99&submit=SEARCH

B. Setup / Installation Procedure

Platform supported

Windows XP (SP2); Windows Vista; Windows 7

Procedure + problems

Plug and Go; immediately recognised by PC.

Time

less than 5 minutes to set up.

Software Version

Ver. 2.0.23;  2.1.6.0 available.

Firmware Version

Ver. 31; Can be updated to ver. 57

Installation Documentation quality

Helpful. Startup info provided. Comprehensive info available from WebPages.

Installation location

No installation required. Vendor "Chat" software if required

Optional Software (not required to use device)

On CD; Chat Software for PV/Laptop/Phone. Quickstart guide; User manual; Support Docs.

C. Connectivity

Cables

USB A to  USB mini

Connectors

USB mini

Comments

3m length

E. Audio measurements

Frequency response; MIC

Slightly harsh

SPEAKER

Fairly balanced; aimed at voice

Headroom; MIC

Very Acceptable

SPEAKER

Fairly Loud without noticeable distortion.

Levels; MIC

Very acceptable; as with all systems, drops off with distance from mic.

SPEAKER

Loud enough for small-medium room

Echo Cancellation

Very good.

Adjustments?

Speaker Volume on unit - adjusts PC system volume.

Comments

Very acceptable for 1-8 people in small/medium room.

Functions 1 low-5 high

Hardware & facilities

5

Setup procedure

5

Connectivity

5

Ease of Installation

5

Audio tests

5

Echo Cancellation

5

Value for Money

5

Total

35