Stand-alone Rapid Charger
$70Perfect stand-alone charger for your ACCESS Portable batteries.
ACCESS Portable 2USB
IP audio codec, model now retired
Resources
Product Overview
Please note: ACCESS 2USB is no longer available for purchase. Please consider ACCESS NX instead.
Replacing Your ACCESS:
With Great Sadness Comes Great Joy
Meet the NX Generation of ACCESS
Taking Outside Broadcasts to the NX Level
Questions? Reach out to our sales team.
Contact an authorized Comrex dealer to place an order or request a quote.
ACCESS 2USB Compatibility
ACCESS 2USB works with all ACCESS & BRIC-Link IP audio codec models.
Current models –
ACCESS NX Portable
ACCESS NX Rack
ACCESS MultiRack
BRIC-Link III *NOW SHIPPING*
Retired models –
ACCESS Portable Classic
ACCESS Portable 2USB
ACCESS Rack
BRIC-Link
BRIC-Link II (recently retired)
EBU 3326/SIP for third-party compatibility.
ACCESS 2USB Resource Library
Firmware Updates
ACCESS 2USB Firmware v5.2-p1
ACCESS firmware version 5.2-p1 is available for download. This firmware is installed by the user via the Device Manager application.
NOTE: FIRMWARE MUST BE DOWNLOADED WITH DEVICE MANAGER ON A PC OR MAC. CANNOT BE DOWNLOADED TO PORTABLE UNIT DIRECTLY!!!
SPECIAL NOTE: If your ACCESS 2USB has a serial number lower than A2 6200, please contact our Tech Support department before updating. techies@comrex.com
Download the v5.2-p1 Firmware Changelog
Firmware Download Contents:
- ACCESS 2USB v5.2-p1 firmware file [.upd]
- Device Manager application [.exe and .dmg]
- Installation Instructions & readme [.txt]
- ACCESS 2USB Manual and Addendum
- HotSwap-Technote [.pdf]
- 2USB_4-0_WiFi_Setup [.pdf]
- v5.2-p1 Changelog [.txt]
Click here for ACCESS Portable Classic firmware (Units with PCMCIA Slots)
ACCESS 2USB Firmware 3.0p13
SPECIAL NOTE: If you updated your ACCESS 2USB and received an incompatible message on your ACCESS 2USB screen, please revert to the older firmware by downloading the 3.0p13 firmware package. Use Device Manager to update your firmware back to 3.0p13.
Device Manager Download
Comrex Version Security Concerns and Firmware Fixes
Technotes
Contact Closure Cable Pinout
Using Comrex Connect Modems on IPV6 or IPV4 Only Networks
Our New Favorite Wireless Modem
What's the best 5G modem for use with ACCESS and LiveShot?
Professional IP Audio Codec Compatibility
What is CrossLock?
4.0 firmware FAQ
ACCESS 2USB Wi-Fi Setup for 4.0 firmware and newer
Differences between Fleet Commander, Codec Commander and Switchboard
Making the Transition from ISDN to IP
Smartphone Apps for use with Comrex Audio Codecs
Linphone Technote
Luci Live Technote
Important Technote on Changes in Switchboard
Switchboard TS Disclaimer
URGENT TECHNOTE For ACCESS Portable Users Using Verizon UML295 Modems
BRIC Technology Overview
IMPORTANT! Beam Modem info for 3.0 Firmware
ACCESS CSipSimple
IP Primer
ACCESS Xohm Testing
Round-Robin Remotes with HotSwitch
WarDriving with BRIC
ACCESS Portable USDOT Regulations
Internet Connection Sharing & IP Codecs
Tranzeo IP Radio Testing
ACCESS on Xohm WiMAX
Using ACCESS with Thrane & Thrane
Using ACCESS with BGAN Terminals
BGAN Terminals Diagram
Using Broadband Boosters with ACCESS
POTS Basics
Using a POTS Codec on a Dry Pair
Fixing Bad POTS Lines
Notes on Business Telephone Systems
MIx-Minus and Eliminating Echo
Using HotSwap
Usando "HotSwap" (Spanish)
Switchboard Setup for IP Audio Codecs
USB to Ethernet Converters
Using Multiple Comrex Codecs Behind A Single IP Address
Static Routing 101 for ACCESS and BRIC-Link
Using SpaceX Starlink with Comrex Codecs
Accessories
ACCESS Mixer
The Comrex ACCESS Portable is a remote broadcast tool that provides utility and portability, but has limited audio I/O built-in. The 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 was designed to address these limitations for applications that require multiple audio I/O for remote broadcasts. The unit “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.
Note: We no longer sell the ACCESS Portable Mixer; however, we still provide technical support and can do repairs for as long as we are able to source parts.
Comrex Connect Modems
The Comrex Connect Modem is designed to support the unique needs of remote broadcasters. A high-powered, industrial strength 4G/LTE modem 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 a broadcast over IP.
FW 4.5p6 or higher is required on ACCESS 2USB* to use the US Connect Modem.
*Some ACCESS 2USB units with serial numbers between 5000 and 6200 may require a hardware upgrade to be compatible with Comrex Connect Modems. For information about your unit, contact us. Please have the serial number or MAC address of your ACCESS 2USB unit readily available.
Leverage Two Connect Modems
Leverage the power of two Comrex Connect Modems with your ACCESS codecs for twice the reliability. CrossLock technology, our sophisticated custom reliability layer, bonds the available cellular networks and sends a single media stream, along with background and error correction information, resulting in a higher level of reliability for remotes.
The bracket mount options for ACCESS 2USB Portable are a Standard Bracket with one pouch to accommodate one modem or an EXT Bracket with pouch to add a second modem. Both are designed to attach to the back of the ACCESS 2USB. Both are required to use two modems.
Learn more about Comrex Connect Modems
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″
Note: We no longer sell the Extra Small Case for ACCESS Portable/2USB.
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″
Note: We no longer sell the Small Case for ACCESS Portable/2USB with optional Mixer.
3G/4G Compatible Modems
Domestic Wifi Adapter
The recommended replacement is the TP-Link Archer T2U Plus, which is available from online retailers.
** Only for use with ACCESS 2USB models running current firmware in the 4.x range. **
*Note: Similar model (Archer T3U Plus) is NOT compatible with Comrex codecs.
Parts
12V DC Adapter
$25
Serial Cable
$25DB9F to mini-DIN 8M.
Contact Closure Cable
$25DB9M to mini-DIN 9M.
Spare Battery
$100
ACCESS 2USB Power Supply (5 pin mini-din connector)
$755 pin mini-din connector power supply for ACCESS 2USB. IEC Power cord not included.
Power Cord (IEC Socket)
$8
Dock cover for Mixer port
$3
Kickstand
$2
Strap Bracket
$3Qty 1. Order 2 if needed.
Handstrap
$10