User guide
Chapter 1: Introduction
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Thank you for purchasing the ClearOne CHAT 160 group speakerphone.
The CHAT 160 is a high performance audio peripheral that provides rich audio for hands-free calls with Skype,
the popular Internet communication program. The CHAT 160 is completely full-duplex and contains
HDConferenceâ„¢, the suite of audio processing technologies that includes Distributed Echo Cancellationâ„¢,
noise reduction, automatic level controls, and adaptive modeling, producing crystal clear conversations.
Though designed specifically to be used with Skype, the CHAT 160 can also be used with other devices such
as enterprise telephones and other applications such as VoIP softphones, web conferencing, instant messag-
ing and PC-based gaming. This manual will provide detailed instructions on using the CHAT 160 with Skype,
as well as with these additional devices and applications.
SERVICE AND SUPPORT
If you need additional information on how to set up or operate your CHAT 160 group speaker phone, please
contact us. We welcome and encourage your comments so we can continue to improve our products and
better meet your needs.
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Telephone: 1.800.283.5936 (USA) or 1.801.974.3760
Fax: 1.801.977.0087
E-mail: tech.support@clearone.com
Web site: www.clearone.com
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Telephone: 1.800.945.7730 (USA) or 1.801.975.7200
Fax: 1.800.933.5107 (USA) or 1.801.977.0087
E-mail: sales@clearone.com
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All product returns require a return material authorization (RMA) number. Please contact ClearOne Technical
Support before attempting to return your product. Make sure you return all the items that shipped with your
product.
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION