{"product_id":"aver-mt500-ndi-matrix-auto-tracking-box","title":"AVer MT500 – NDI Matrix Auto Tracking Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the AVer MT500 NDI matrix auto tracking box?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AVer MT500 is a 4K, AI-powered matrix tracking box that centralizes and automatically switches feeds from multiple cameras, eliminating the need for a dedicated camera operator in lecture halls, divisible rooms, and high-profile meeting spaces. It's the successor to AVer's popular MT300 tracking box, adding dual independent 4K outputs and native Dante\/Dante AV-H support on top of the multi-camera voice tracking that made the MT300 a standard integration piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does the AVer MT500 work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MT500 sits between a room's cameras and its distribution destinations, using AI-driven auto-switching to detect the active speaker and cut between camera feeds without an operator at a switcher. Its FaceFocus feature selects whichever connected camera shows the active speaker's face most clearly, IntelliSwitch coordinates smooth transitions between cameras, and InstaConfig analyzes connected cameras and microphones during setup to suggest preset-to-microphone-channel mapping, cutting down manual configuration time on install day. Two independent output paths mean the room's in-room display and a remote stream or recording can run simultaneously without extra processing hardware — Content 1 routes through HDMI 1\/USB 1\/IP 1, while Content 2 routes independently through HDMI 2\/USB 2\/IP 2. On the network side, the MT500 natively supports NDI HX2, NDI HX3, RTSP, RTMP, HLS, Dante, and Dante AV-H, letting it drop into AV-over-IP workflows without extra converters, and its built-in 8-channel matrix mixer handles audio from multiple sources within the same system. Recordings can be captured directly to USB storage or a NAS, without needing a separate recording PC. Auto Mode voice tracking is built around AVer's own Pro AV camera and microphone integrations; third-party cameras connected to the system are limited to Live and Manual switching modes rather than full automated tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features of the AVer MT500?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAI multi-camera auto-switching\u003c\/strong\u003e — automatically detects the active speaker and switches feeds without an operator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual independent 4K outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — drive in-room displays and a separate stream\/recording feed at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Dante, Dante AV-H, and NDI HX2\/HX3 support\u003c\/strong\u003e — integrates directly into AV-over-IP workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaceFocus and IntelliSwitch\u003c\/strong\u003e — AI tools that pick the clearest speaker angle and smooth camera transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstaConfig setup assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e — analyzes connected cameras and mics to speed up install-day configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8-channel matrix audio mixer\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in mixing across multiple audio sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect USB\/NAS recording\u003c\/strong\u003e — capture without a dedicated recording PC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack or under-desk mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — included hardware supports either installation style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is the AVer MT500 typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLecture halls and distance-learning spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivisible and multi-purpose rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge corporate boardrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment chambers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise AV production systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"table-layout:fixed;min-width:300px;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:45%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:55%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Video Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB 3.0 Type-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIP Stream Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Video Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB 3.0 Type-B (UVC\/UAC), 2x IP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4K at 60fps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Codecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH.264, H.265, MJPEG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput AV-over-IP Protocols\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRTSP, RTMP, HLS, NDI HX2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput AV-over-IP Protocols\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRTSP, NDI HX2, NDI HX3, Dante AV-H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDante audio support, 8-channel matrix mixer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoice Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in PTZ Link Premium (activated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManagement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMT Control Panel software (Windows)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack or under-desk, hardware included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's different between the MT500 and the older MT300N?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MT500 adds dual independent 4K outputs and native Dante\/Dante AV-H support on top of the MT300N's core multi-camera voice tracking, letting it drive an in-room display and a separate stream or recording simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MT500 work with non-AVer cameras?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThird-party cameras can be connected and used in Live and Manual 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The MT500 can capture recordings directly to USB storage or a NAS without requiring an external recording computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat network video standards does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MT500 supports NDI HX2, NDI HX3, RTSP, RTMP, HLS, Dante, and Dante AV-H for AV-over-IP distribution and streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good fit for a divisible room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — divisible rooms with multiple cameras across combined\/split configurations are one of AVer's stated use cases for the MT500's centralized multi-camera switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Creation Networks install and support this system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. As a nationwide AV integrator, Creation Networks provides design, installation, and support alongside the equipment — contact us at 888-230-3661 or sales@creationnetworks.net for a project quote.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67591093387500,"sku":"MT500","price":4999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/product-main-box.png?v=1790625468","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/aver-mt500-ndi-matrix-auto-tracking-box","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}