1. A method for choosing an optimal audio conferencing device, comprising: receiving, in a set up program executed on a computer, an indication of user selection of at least one audio input; receiving, in the set up program, an indication of user selection of at least one audio output; automatically selecting, via the set up program, at least one audio conferencing device, wherein the at least one audio conferencing device is automatically selected to be compatible with the indicated selection of inputs and outputs, and to be optimal in conjunction with a selected user preference; and sending at least a portion of selected inputs, outputs, and audio conferencing devices as mapping parameters to user interface software, the user interface software controlling one or more conferencing devices, the one or more conferencing devices comprising audio capability.