The Crestron IV-SAM-VX2 is a state-of-the-art voice-activated camera switching solution designed to bring a professional, multi-camera studio experience to meetings, town halls, and classrooms. The IV-SAM-VX2 comes in two configurations: the IV-SAM-VX2-S (Automate VX) and the IV-SAM-VX2-P (Automate VX Pro). Both configurations utilise Crestron 1 Beyond cameras for intelligent voice-activated switching, ensuring an engaging and efficient experience for in-room and remote participants.

Key Features

  • Voice-Activated Switching: Automatically switches cameras based on the location of the active speaking participant, providing dynamic and professional-quality video production.
  • Visual AI for AutoFraming and Reframing: Centres and tracks participants in real-time, adjusting framing for optimal visibility and engagement.
  • Production Quality Camera Shots: Clean, close-up shots of active participants for a broadcast-style experience.
  • High Definition Video: Supports 12x and 20x optical zoom Crestron 1 Beyond cameras with HD resolutions via 3G-SDI or NDI®|HX.
  • No Code Configuration: Includes a browser-based Room Designer tool for setting up and customising meeting spaces without programming knowledge.
  • Built-in Encoder and Recorder: Enables RMTP streaming with local programme and ISO recording on the internal 316 GB SSD storage.
  • Custom Layouts: Create multi-source layouts with titles, logos, and other graphics for enhanced visual presentations.
  • Native Crestron Control: Integrates effectively with Crestron control systems, REST API, and third-party interfaces.
  • Professional Services: Offers optional Remote Professional Services for deployment and support.

Specifications


IV-SAM-VX2-P IV-SAM-VX2-S
Titles, Graphics, Layouts Titles, logos, backgrounds can be added. Easy-to-use graphic designer to create any multi-source layout. Titles, logos, backgrounds can be added. Easy-to-use graphic designer to create any multi-source layout.
Programme Record MP4 file (H.264 codec). User-selectable bitrate up to 10 Mbps; ISO Recording, MOV file MP4 file (H.264 codec). User-selectable bitrate up to 10 Mbps; ISO Recording, MOV file
Recording Capacity Records to internal 316 GB SSD storage Records to internal 316 GB SSD storage
Streaming Encoder Can stream to any RTMP server Can stream to any RTMP server
NDI Support Supports up to 12 NDI®|HX inputs; 1 NDI®|HX output Supports up to 5 NDI®|HX inputs; 1 NDI®|HX output
Camera Control Can control Crestron 1 Beyond PTZ cameras and tracking cameras over IP Can control Crestron 1 Beyond PTZ cameras and tracking cameras over IP
System Control REST API over Network (TCP) for third-party control REST API over Network (TCP) for third-party control
Compatible Codecs Output via 3G-SDI (SDI to USB-A 3.0 converter included) for connection to external codecs Output via 3G-SDI (SDI to USB-A 3.0 converter included) for connection to external codecs
Configuration Browser-based configuration with secure login and customisable preset options Browser-based configuration with secure login and customisable preset options
Visual AI Provides AutoFraming and Reframing with Crestron 1 Beyond Cameras Provides AutoFraming and Reframing with Crestron 1 Beyond Cameras
Ethernet 100/1000/2500 Mbps 100/1000/2500 Mbps
USB USB 3.2 host ports for mouse, keyboard, data drive, and camera signals USB 3.2 host ports for mouse, keyboard, data drive, and camera signals
Power 400 W, 100–240 VAC 400 W, 100–240 VAC
SDI Inputs 7 bidirectional 3G-SDI inputs 3 bidirectional 3G-SDI inputs
Chassis Steel, black finish Steel, black finish
Dimensions Height: 3.47 in., Width: 16.81 in., Depth: 15.33 in. Height: 3.47 in., Width: 16.81 in., Depth: 15.33 in.
Weight 17.5 lb (7.94 kg) 17.5 lb (7.94 kg)

Both configurations of the IV-SAM-VX2 offer robust, high-quality video production and conferencing capabilities tailored to different room sizes and application requirements. The IV-SAM-VX2-S is ideal for smaller setups with fewer camera inputs, while the IV-SAM-VX2-P is built for larger, more complex installations requiring higher input capacity and advanced features.