ACCESS 2USB Power Supply
$75IEC Power cord not included.
ACCESS Portable 2USB
The world's most popular portable IP audio codec
Product Overview
Content matters, but having the right technology is crucial for bringing any plan to life. Comrex ACCESS 2USB is a full-featured IP codec designed for the field. Rugged, portable, and versatile, ACCESS 2USB is equipped with a simple user interface perfect for the field. And with CrossLock and BRIC Technology, the most sophisticated network management technology on the market, ACCESS 2USB is able to handle even the rockiest data connections. Whether it’s a morning remote from the back of a bicycle, a drop-in from a crowded stadium, or a live news broadcast from a helicopter, ACCESS 2USB is ready for whatever you can dream up.
“I recently did a broadcast with one of our stations from Amsterdam. We flew to the city, not knowing what connectivity options were going to be available to us. We walked around the streets til our morning show host said “I wanna do my podcast from here”. I started looking for Wi-Fi, and found a local hotspot – we did a test, and had a pretty good connection, so we did one of our days from a street in Amsterdam. We found a restaurant that allowed us to set up outside and we did about 6 hours of broadcasting from there. I’ve used it from London, Amsterdam, Mexico, and we’ve had success.” – Mike Sprysenski, iHeartMedia
Features
- Two USB ports
- Built-in Ethernet port
- Built-in battery – up to 7 hours of talk time (5 hours with mixer)
- MPEG 4/AAC algorithms included
- CrossLock Technology
- Optional 5-channel mixer
ACCESS Portable 2USB works with:
ACCESS Rackmount
BRIC-Link II
BRIC-Link
Comrex POTS codecs (with some limitations)
IP Networks
IP networks are available virtually everywhere. ACCESS 2USB offers several ways to get connected. You can utilize the included USB Wi-Fi modem to connect to widely available HotSpots or use the integrated Ethernet ports to connect to wired DSL or broadband cable IP networks. Either of the two USB ports will accommodate connections to 3G/4G cellular data networks using Comrex supported USB devices. ACCESS 2USB also includes a USB POTS/PTSN modem for use on legacy analog phone lines.
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CrossLock Technology
Quite simply the most advanced network management tool on the market today, CrossLock gives users the ability to manage and bond multiple data connections together simultaneously. When a new network is introduced, Crosslock will immediately evaluate how much bandwidth is available, while factoring in latency and jitter information, and combine the two connections to take advantage of all available bandwidth. More than just combining networks, CrossLock can also monitor each data connection individually and, when necessary, apply appropriate error correction, recovery, or concealment techniques.
Portability
With its 7-hour Lithium Ion battery, integrated mixer, easy-to-navigate touch screen, and handheld form factor, ACCESS can go (and has gone) just about everywhere.
App Compatibility
ACCESS is compatible with smartphone applications, including Linphone and Luci Live. Connect to ACCESS from your smartphone quickly and easily for easy drop-ins and spontaneous remotes.
ACCESS is also compatible with FieldTap. A free application for iOS and Android, FieldTap makes it simple to connect with the touch of a button. Plus, FieldTap is compatible with all other Comrex IP audio codecs.
Learn more about FieldTap
Switchboard TS
Comrex Switchboard is a feature that allows users to bypass common IP networking snags (like private LANs and firewalls) by routing data through a private server maintained by Comrex.
Switchboard within the hardware codec enables the following functions:
- Comrex codecs can sync with a cloud based server and deliver status information
- Comrex codecs can determine their public IP address and the type of any NAT-style router ahead of the codec, and display that information to the user
- Comrex codecs can display presence, status, NAT info and IP addresses of other codecs within the same fleet
- Comrex codecs can share this information with codecs outside the fleet (Shares)
- Comrex codecs can take instruction from the server on how best to traverse NATs when placing a call between two codecs
Switchboard TS is included in the purchase of any ACCESS codec.
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Accessories
ACCESS Mixer
Plug-in five I/O mixer for ACCESS Portable
The Comrex ACCESS Portable includes one mic/line adjustable input on XLR, one stereo line level input on mini jack, and a headphone and line-level stereo output on mini-jack.
The ACCESS Portable Mixer accessory “docks” to the ACCESS Portable and expands the audio I/O to five mic/line selectable XLR Inputs and five stereo Headphone Outputs on 1⁄4″ jacks. All ACCESS Portable audio connectors remain active during use of the Mixer, so the total number of Input/Headphone connector pairs increases to six.
Features:
- Five Mic/Line level switchable mono inputs on balanced XLR
- Five 1/4″ TRS headphone jacks
- Powered by ACCESS Portable
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Comrex Connect Modems
Comrex designed the Comrex Connect Modem to support the unique needs of remote broadcasters. A high-powered, industrial strength 4G/LTE modem, the Connect Modem is also 3G compatible. Outfitted with a high-gain antenna, the Connect Modem is more powerful than most USB data modems available on the market, to handle the heavy data load of an IP audio broadcast. The Connect Modem comes in four varieties to support connections to Verizon, AT&T, and International networks, and has been PTCRB and carrier certified to meet all necessary regulations.
Features:
- Industrial strength; designed for broadcast
- Available for Verizon, AT&T, and international carriers
- Unlocked, carrier approved, PTCRB certified
Learn more about Comrex Connect Modems
Comrex Connect Modem EXT
Leverage the power of two Comrex Connect Modems with your ACCESS codecs for twice the reliability. ACCESS Connect Modem EXT includes one modem and an extended bracket.
AT&T, Verizon, and International versions are available.
Extra Small Case
Watertight, crushproof, and dust proof to ensure the best protection for your ACCESS Portable.
Exterior Dims:
L 15.4″ x W 12.1″ x H 6.8″
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Small Case
Durable travel case, perfect for carry-on or shipping. Mixer cutout. Multiple foam inserts available.
Exterior Dims:
L 19.5″ x W 16″ x H 8.25″
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Large Travel Case
Durable road case with rolling wheels and retractable handle.
Exterior Dims:
L 25.4″ x W 19″ x H 14.25″
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Specifications
ACCESS 2USB
- Two USB ports
- Data networks supported: modem connections, 3G/4G cellular links, and Wi-Fi or Wi-Max Access cards
- Battery life: 7 hours of talk time (5 hours with mixer)
- Backward compatibility to Comrex POTS codecs
- MPEG 4/AAC algorithms available.
- Optional mixer: provides up to 6 mono inputs/headphone outputs & stereo inputs (when connected to ACCESS Portable 2USB)
- Optional custom cases available
- MIC/Line switchable mono input on balanced XLR with adjustable level control
- MIC input offers switchable 12v phantom power
- Stereo headphone output on ⅛” (3.5 mm) mini jack with adjustable volume control
- Stereo analog line level inputs/outputs on unbalanced 1/8 “ (3.5 mm) mini jacks
- “Hands free” cellular connection on ⅛” (3.5 mm) mini jack
- Audio level meters available via integrated LCD interface
- Two USB ports for POTS modem or Wi-Fi modem (both included), and optional 3G/4G devices
- 10/100Base-T Ethernet connector
- Mini-DIN connector for serial ancillary data
- Mini-DIN connector for contact closures (4)
- Multi-pin connector for optional mixer
Audio Connections
- Mono In: 3-pin XLR female, pin 1 ground, pin 2 +, pin 3 –
- Stereo Line In: 1/8″ (3.5mm) female, tip=left, ring=right, sleeve=gnd
- Line Out: 1/8″ (3.5mm) female, tip=left, ring=right, sleeve=gnd
- Headphone Out: 1/8″ (3.5mm) female, tip=left, ring=right, sleeve=gnd
- Mobile In/Out: 1/8″ (3.5mm) female, tip=send, ring=receive, sleeve=gnd
Audio Specifications – Mono Input
- Type: Balanced
- Impedance – Mic: 20k Ohms (pins 2-3) | Line: 200k Ohms (pins 2-3)
- Level: Mic: -60 dBu nominal, -15 dBu max Line: 0 dBu nominal, +20 dBu max
Audio Specifications – Stereo Input
- Type: Unbalanced
- Impedance: 9k Ohms (tip to sleeve, or ring to sleeve)
- Level: -10 dBu nominal, +10 dBu max
Audio Specifications – Line Output
- Type: Unbalanced
- Impedance: 0 Ohms (tip to sleeve, or ring to sleeve)
- Level: Normal: -10 dBu nominal | Professional: 0 dBu nominal
Other Connections
- Serial: 8-pin DIN female
- Contact Closures: 9-pin DIN female
- USB: USB Type A
- Ethernet: 8-pin modular, 100BASE-T wiring
- Power: 5-pin DIN female, pins 3+5 +15V, pins 2+4 ground
Power & Physical
- Voltage AC: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
- Power: 24 Watts with all peripherals
- Size (w/ battery): 4.75″ W (12.1 cm), 8.25″ D (21 cm), 2.5″ H (6.35 cm)
- Weight (w/ battery): 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
Parts
12V DC Adapter
$25
Stand-alone Rapid Charger
$70Perfect stand-alone charger for your ACCESS Portable batteries.
Spare Battery
$80
Wi-Fi Adapter (Domestic)
$75
Wi-Fi Adapter (International)
$75
Power Cord (IEC Socket)
$8
Serial Cable
$25DB9F to mini-DIN 8M.
Contact Closure Cable
$25DB9M to mini-DIN 9M.
POTS USB Modem
$100
Dock cover for Mixer port
$3
Kickstand
$2
Strap Bracket
$3Qty 1. Order 2 if needed.
Handstrap
$10More Info
Brochures/Manuals
- ACCESS 2USB Brochure
- ACCESS 2USB Quickstart
- ACCESS 2USB and Rackmount 4.0 Addendum
- ACCESS 2USB Manual
- ACCESS 2USB FAQ
- ACCESS Mixer Manual
- ACCESS Mixer Manual - Spanish
- ACCESS Mixer Manual - Portuguese
- ACCESS Rackmount Quickstart
- ACCESS Rackmount Manual
- ACCESS Rackmount FAQ
- Algorithm Chart
- Connect Modems Brochure
- Connect Modems Manual
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