1 Beyond IV-SAM-VX2-S – Automate VX System Series 2, Voice-Activated Multi-Camera Switching

Product Overview

The 1 Beyond IV-SAM-VX2-S Automate VX System Series 2 is an enterprise multi-camera switching platform that automatically selects and switches between multiple PTZ cameras in a conference room based on voice activity detection — delivering broadcast-quality director-style camera switching for video conferencing and recording in high-end conference rooms, boardrooms, and training facilities without a camera operator or production crew. Series 2 introduces improved switching intelligence, updated voice activation, and enhanced integration with Microsoft Teams Rooms and Zoom Rooms certified Crestron Flex systems.

Product Description

Multi-camera conference rooms with two, three, or four 1 Beyond PTZ cameras provide full spatial coverage of a room’s participants — but getting the right camera on the right speaker at the right moment requires either an operator watching a preview monitor, or an intelligent automated switching engine. The Automate VX System Series 2 fills this role by continuously monitoring audio activity from all participants and automatically cutting to the camera angle that frames the active speaker, creating a polished director-style multi-shot experience that far exceeds the single-wide-angle-camera look of most conference room video systems. The system integrates with Crestron Flex large room conference systems, pairs with any combination of 1 Beyond p-series or i-series PTZ cameras, and outputs a single switched video stream to the MTR or Zoom Rooms compute module as a USB camera source. Series 2 improvements over Series 1 include faster and more accurate voice activation, refined switching logic to reduce camera jitter between speakers, and improved compatibility with current-generation Crestron Flex systems and USB video protocols.

Key Features

• Automated Multi-Camera Switching: Continuously monitors audio activity and switches between multiple PTZ cameras to frame the active speaker — director-style automated production for conference rooms without a camera operator.
• Voice Activation Engine — Series 2: Improved voice activity detection with faster response and reduced false switching for cleaner cut-to-speaker transitions compared to Series 1.
• USB Video Output to Crestron Flex: Outputs the switched multi-camera video stream as a single USB camera source to the Crestron Flex MTR or Zoom Rooms compute module — far-end participants see professional broadcast-style camera switching rather than a static wide shot.
• Compatible with 1 Beyond PTZ Camera Family: Works with IV-CAM-P12, IV-CAM-P20, IV-CAM-I12, and IV-CAM-I20 cameras (1 Beyond cameras provide additional individual tracking in conjunction with VX switching).
• Scalable: Supports multi-camera room configurations from 2 to 4 cameras covering different table zones or room sectors.
• Standard System Tier: The IV-SAM-VX2-S is the standard system tier — for premium larger-scale deployments, the IV-SAM-VX2-P Pro System provides additional camera capacity and advanced features.

Typical Applications

• Executive boardrooms with 2–4 PTZ cameras requiring automated director-style camera switching for high-end Microsoft Teams Rooms video conferencing
• Training and recording rooms where broadcast-quality multi-camera switching is required without a production operator
• Large conference rooms using multiple 1 Beyond PTZ cameras for full table coverage requiring automatic cut-to-speaker switching
• Corporate AV flagship rooms where video quality is a strategic communications priority and a single wide-angle camera is considered inadequate
• Government and legal facilities where multi-camera coverage with automatic speaker switching is required for proceedings recording

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Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Automate VX2-S differ from Automate VX2-P (Pro)?
The Pro system (IV-SAM-VX2-P) supports more cameras and additional advanced switching features for larger or more complex multi-camera room configurations. The standard IV-SAM-VX2-S is the correct specification for most boardroom and large conference room deployments. Contact Creation Networks for system tier selection guidance based on your room configuration.

What microphones does Automate VX work with for voice activation?
Refer to the 1 Beyond Automate VX2 data sheet for supported microphone and DSP systems. Contact Creation Networks for microphone selection and room design guidance.

What PTZ cameras are included with the IV-SAM-VX2-S?
Cameras are typically not included in the VX system — 1 Beyond PTZ cameras (IV-CAM-P12, IV-CAM-P20, IV-CAM-I12, or IV-CAM-I20) are specified and purchased separately to match the room layout and zoom requirements. Contact Creation Networks for complete system design guidance.

What is the warranty?
Crestron provides a standard 3-year limited warranty. Contact Creation Networks.