{"product_id":"crestron-sw-iv-sam-3rdpartycam","title":"Crestron SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM – Automate VX Pro Third-Party Camera Key","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crestron SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM is a software license key that enables third-party PTZ camera support on the Crestron Automate VX Pro System Series 2 (IV-SAM-VX2-P). Without this key, the VX2 Pro operates exclusively with native Crestron 1 Beyond cameras; adding this key extends compatibility to select Panasonic professional PTZ cameras for multi-camera auto-switching deployments. This enablement key is designed for integrators and AV managers deploying Automate VX Pro in environments where Panasonic cameras are already installed or specified. Activation is handled through Crestron's XiO Cloud platform, with an offline air-gapped option available for secure or network-isolated facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crestron Automate VX platform delivers automated multi-camera switching driven by voice detection and speaker tracking, replacing manual camera operator workflows in conference rooms, boardrooms, auditoriums, and broadcast studios. The SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM key removes the requirement to use exclusively 1 Beyond cameras, allowing facilities that have standardized on Panasonic AW-UE series cameras to take full advantage of the Automate VX Pro's switching intelligence. One license key is required per IV-SAM-VX2-P processor, making it a per-room, per-system cost. For organizations deploying Automate VX Pro across multiple rooms with Panasonic cameras, one key per room is required. In standard online deployments, the IV-SAM-VX2-P must be claimed into a Crestron XiO Cloud account with an active XiO Cloud Premium subscription; the license is activated through the XiO Cloud Licensing and Registration Hub. For air-gapped or classified environments where internet connectivity is restricted, an offline activation path is available using a USB-OFFLINE hardware dongle (sold separately), which must remain physically connected to the processor at all times for the license to remain active. Camera configuration is handled via Crestron's Room Designer browser-based tool. The Automate VX Pro also supports REST API control over TCP for integration with third-party control systems. Firmware-specific camera compatibility details are maintained in Crestron's community documentation and should be verified before deployment to confirm the specific Panasonic firmware version is supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThird-Party Camera Enablement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Unlocks support for select Panasonic AW-UE100, AW-UE150A, and AW-UE160 PTZ cameras on the Automate VX Pro Series 2 processor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePer-Processor Licensing\u003c\/strong\u003e — One key required per IV-SAM-VX2-P unit; supports multi-room deployments with one key per room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXiO Cloud Online Activation\u003c\/strong\u003e — License activated and managed through Crestron XiO Cloud (XiO Cloud Premium subscription required).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir-Gapped Offline Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with USB-OFFLINE hardware dongle for secure, network-isolated facilities where cloud connectivity is not available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tier Exclusive\u003c\/strong\u003e — Applies only to IV-SAM-VX2-P (Pro); not compatible with IV-SAM-VX2-S (Standard) or legacy Automate VX systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom Designer Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e — Camera layout and switching zones configured via Crestron's browser-based Room Designer tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eREST API Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — The IV-SAM-VX2-P supports REST API over TCP for integration with third-party control and room booking systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware-Verified Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supported camera\/firmware combinations are documented in Crestron Community Article #3278 and updated with each firmware release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoardroom and executive conference room with existing Panasonic PTZ camera installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuditorium and large conference room multi-camera auto-switching deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment space AV systems requiring TAA-compliant hardware with Automate VX automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast studio and all-hands room automated camera switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining room environments with multi-camera presenter tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir-gapped or classified facilities requiring offline license activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicense Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftware enablement key (not hardware)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Host\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIV-SAM-VX2-P (Automate VX Pro System Series 2) only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing Quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne key per IV-SAM-VX2-P processor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Third-Party Cameras\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanasonic AW-UE100, AW-UE150A, AW-UE160 (firmware-specific; verify at Crestron Community)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnline Activation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrestron XiO Cloud (XiO Cloud Premium subscription required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffline Activation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-OFFLINE hardware dongle (sold separately; must remain connected)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration Tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrestron Room Designer (browser-based)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eREST API over TCP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Compatible With\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIV-SAM-VX2-S (Standard), legacy Automate VX systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this key actually enable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWithout SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM, the Automate VX Pro (IV-SAM-VX2-P) only controls native Crestron 1 Beyond cameras. This key enables the processor to control and auto-switch between select Panasonic AW-UE series PTZ cameras in addition to (or instead of) 1 Beyond cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this key work with the Automate VX Standard (IV-SAM-VX2-S)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This enablement key is compatible exclusively with the IV-SAM-VX2-P (Pro tier). It does not apply to the Standard tier or any legacy Automate VX hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Panasonic cameras are supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of this listing, supported models include the Panasonic AW-UE100, AW-UE150A, and AW-UE160. Compatibility is firmware-specific. Verify the exact firmware version requirements in Crestron Community Article #3278 before deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is required for air-gapped or classified environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor installations without internet connectivity, Crestron offers an offline activation path using the USB-OFFLINE hardware dongle (sold separately). The dongle must remain physically connected to the IV-SAM-VX2-P at all times; removing it will prevent the AutoSwitching feature from initializing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes XiO Cloud Premium need to remain active after activation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, for online-mode deployments. The IV-SAM-VX2-P must remain claimed in an XiO Cloud account with an active XiO Cloud Premium subscription. If the subscription lapses, the license may become inactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs one key sufficient for a multi-room deployment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. One SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM key is required per IV-SAM-VX2-P processor. A 10-room deployment using Automate VX Pro with third-party cameras requires 10 keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the camera layout configured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCamera positions, tracking zones, and switching logic are configured using Crestron's Room Designer, a browser-based tool that guides integrators through the room geometry and camera placement setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47759601205484,"sku":"SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/master_photo_a-SW-IV-SAM-3RDPARTYCAM.png?v=1782193575","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/crestron-sw-iv-sam-3rdpartycam","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}