Symetrix 80-0206 Radius NX 12x8 USB-B (non-Dante)

Product Overview

The Symetrix 80-0206 Radius NX 12x8 USB-B is an open-architecture DSP processor designed for conferencing and commercial AV installations that operate entirely on analog and USB audio without a Dante network. Featuring 12 balanced analog inputs, 8 balanced analog outputs, and a built-in USB-B interface for BYOD soft-codec conferencing, this 1U rack-mount unit delivers the same full Composer-programmable DSP architecture as the Dante-equipped Radius NX 12x8, at a lower cost for facilities that do not require Dante networking. It is well suited to conference rooms, boardrooms, and training facilities where Dante infrastructure is not deployed. All signal processing—including AEC, AGC, and noise gating—is configured using Symetrix Composer software.

Product Description

The Radius NX 12x8 USB-B provides the same open-architecture DSP processing core as the Dante-equipped 80-0134, making it an excellent choice for installations where network audio transport is not required or where a future-proof Composer-based design is preferred over fixed-architecture processors. Twelve Phoenix terminal analog inputs accommodate microphones and line-level sources, while eight Phoenix terminal analog outputs feed amplifiers, zone mixers, or recording equipment. The onboard AEC removes loudspeaker audio from microphone signals, enabling full-duplex conferencing with platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Cisco Webex through the USB-B interface. Automatic gain control maintains consistent talker levels across varying speaker distances, and noise-priority gating suppresses background noise during quiet passages. Symetrix Composer provides drag-and-drop signal flow programming, allowing integrators to build, save, and remotely manage site files. ARC wall panels can be connected for local room control, and third-party control systems integrate via RS-232 or TCP/IP.

Key Features

• 12 Balanced Analog Inputs / 8 Balanced Analog Outputs — Phoenix terminal connectivity supports a broad range of microphones, line sources, and amplifier feeds within a single 1U rack unit.
• USB-B BYOD Audio Interface — Class-compliant USB audio device connection enables driver-free conferencing with any Windows or macOS soft-codec application.
• Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) — Removes near-end loudspeaker audio from microphone feeds to ensure full-duplex call quality in rooms with local audio reinforcement.
• Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and Noise Gating — Maintains consistent talker levels and suppresses ambient noise without manual operator intervention during meetings.
• Open-Architecture Composer Programming — Drag-and-drop DSP design in Symetrix Composer allows complete signal flow customization for any room configuration or use case.
• ARC Wall Panel Compatibility — Supports the full range of Symetrix ARC local room control panels for volume, source selection, and preset management.
• 1U Rack-Mount Form Factor — Standard rack width integrates cleanly into AV equipment racks and AV closets alongside amplifiers and other signal processing equipment.
• Cost-Effective Alternative to Dante Models — Provides the full Radius NX DSP feature set without the Dante card cost for installations that do not require network audio distribution.

Typical Applications

• Conference room AEC and unified communications DSP
• Boardroom audio processing with soft-codec integration
• Training rooms with BYOD laptop conferencing
• Commercial meeting spaces without Dante network infrastructure
• Government and enterprise rooms using analog audio distribution
• Multi-purpose rooms with USB-connected conferencing systems

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can Dante be added to the 80-0206 later?

A: No. The 80-0206 does not have an expansion slot for a Dante card. Facilities that anticipate Dante requirements should consider the 80-0134 Radius NX 12x8 Dante + USB-B instead.

Q: Does the USB-B interface support both microphone send and speaker return simultaneously?

A: Yes. The USB-B interface presents bidirectional audio to the connected computer, carrying far-end audio return from the soft-codec application and sending near-end microphone audio back, all processed through the Composer signal flow.

Q: Is the Composer programming environment the same as for the Dante model?

A: Yes. The 80-0206 uses the same Symetrix Composer software as all Radius NX and other open-architecture Symetrix DSPs, so integrators already familiar with Composer can design and deploy without any learning curve.

Q: What control systems are compatible for third-party integration?

A: The Radius NX 12x8 USB-B communicates with Crestron, AMX, Extron, and other control processors via RS-232 or TCP/IP using the published Symetrix control protocol, enabling full room control system integration.

Q: What is the warranty on this unit?

A: Symetrix provides a five-year limited warranty on this product. Contact Creation Networks for details on warranty registration and authorized service support.