INOGENI SHARE2U USB/HDMI Mixer and Capture Device

Product Overview

The INOGENI SHARE2U is a professional USB/HDMI camera mixer and USB capture device designed for conference rooms, HyFlex classrooms, and collaborative meeting spaces. It accepts two video sources — two USB 2.0 cameras or one USB 2.0 camera and one HDMI input — and combines them into a single USB 3.0 output stream, presenting as a single USB camera to the connected soft codec. As a plug-and-play USB video capture device with no driver installation required, the SHARE2U integrates directly with Teams, Zoom, Webex, Google Meet, and all UVC-compliant conferencing applications. IT managers and AV integrators deploying BYOD or BYOM conference room environments will find it compatible with Q-SYS Core processors, Barco ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30, CX-50), and Logitech UC cameras and CODECs.

Product Description

The SHARE2U serves as the central mixing engine in multi-camera conference room installations where the host application supports only a single video input. By combining two video sources — picture-in-picture or side-by-side — into one 1080p60 USB 3.0 stream, it eliminates the need for software-based compositing or additional capture hardware. Integrators can choose from 14 mix layout presets, switchable on the fly via the front keypad without interrupting the active video feed. Control options include LAN, RS-232, and USB HID, with Crestron Serial and IP module support available for larger control system deployments. The unit also provides two additional USB 3.0 expansion ports, allowing cameras or audio devices to pass through to the host. PTZ control of connected USB cameras is supported over the USB 3.0 interface. Built-in audio mixing handles unbalanced stereo line-level signals, configurable through the INOGENI Control App. The aluminium enclosure includes mounting brackets and ships with international power adapters, making it straightforward to rack-adjacent mount in AV equipment bays. Designed and manufactured in Canada, the SHARE2U is TAA-compliant with a 5-year warranty for units purchased after August 1, 2024.

Key Features

• 2:1 USB/HDMI Camera Mixer — Combines two video inputs (2x USB 2.0, or 1x USB 2.0 + 1x HDMI up to 1080p60) into a single USB 3.0 output stream at up to 1080p60.
• 14 Mix Layout Presets — Switch between picture-in-picture and side-by-side configurations using the front keypad without cutting the active video feed.
• No Driver Required — UVC-compliant device appears as a standard USB camera to Windows, macOS, and Linux hosts; compatible with all DirectShow, AVFoundation, and V4L2 applications.
• Multiple Control Interfaces — Controllable via LAN (DHCP/static IP), RS-232, USB HID, and the optional INOGENI REMOTE keypad; Crestron Serial and IP modules available.
• USB 3.0 Expansion Ports — Two additional USB 3.0 ports pass connected devices (cameras, audio peripherals) directly to the host computer.
• PTZ Camera Control — Supports PTZ control of connected USB cameras over the USB 3.0 interface.
• Built-In Audio Mixer — Handles unbalanced stereo line-level analog audio (3.5 mm) with 2-channel LPCM 48 kHz; audio embedded in USB and HDMI outputs.
• Q-SYS and Barco ClickShare Integration — Certified compatible with Q-SYS Core processors and Barco ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30, CX-50) for enterprise AV deployments.
• TAA-Compliant, 5-Year Warranty — Made in Canada; TAA-compliant for government and education procurement; 5-year warranty on units purchased after August 1, 2024.

Typical Applications

• Conference room
• Boardroom
• Huddle room
• Training room
• All-hands room
• Government space
• Commercial meeting space

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the SHARE2U require driver installation on Windows or macOS?

A: No. The SHARE2U is a UVC-compliant device and is recognized as a standard USB camera by Windows 7 and later, macOS 10.10 and later, and Linux (kernel 2.6.38 and later) without any driver installation.

Q: Which conferencing platforms are compatible with the SHARE2U?

A: The SHARE2U is compatible with all UVC-compliant soft codecs, including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, Google Meet, and GoToMeeting. It presents as a single USB camera to the host application regardless of how many physical cameras are connected.

Q: Can the SHARE2U accept two 1080p sources simultaneously?

A: Yes, with the right source combination. Connect one USB camera that outputs MJPEG or H264 at 1080p, and one HDMI camera at 1080p60. Alternatively, use the INOGENI U-CAM converter to feed a second USB camera into the HDMI input. Two uncompressed USB cameras will be limited to lower resolutions due to USB 2.0 bandwidth constraints.

Q: How is the SHARE2U controlled in an integrated AV system?

A: Control options include the front-panel keypad, LAN (DHCP or static IP), RS-232, and USB HID. Crestron Serial and IP modules are available for deployment in Crestron-controlled environments. The optional INOGENI REMOTE keypad enables remote switching from a podium or table surface.

Q: Is the SHARE2U compatible with Q-SYS and Barco ClickShare?

A: Yes. The SHARE2U is certified for use with Q-SYS Core processors via an INOGENI plugin for Q-SYS Designer software. It is also compatible with Barco ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30, and CX-50).

Q: What cameras are supported on the USB inputs?

A: The SHARE2U accepts USB 2.0 cameras that output MJPEG or H264. Tested and compatible brands include Logitech (Rally series, MeetUp, MeetUp 2, Scribe), Vaddio, Huddly, HuddleCamHD, AVer, Jabra, and Marshall. The full tested camera list is available on the INOGENI support site.

Q: What is the warranty on the SHARE2U?

A: Units purchased by the end user after August 1, 2024 carry a 5-year warranty. Units purchased before that date carry a 2-year warranty. The SHARE2U is manufactured in Canada and is TAA-compliant.

Q: Can multiple SHARE2U units be connected to the same host computer?

A: Yes. The SHARE2U supports multiple units connected to a single host, each appearing as an independent USB camera device. This is useful in broadcast or multi-room production environments where several mixed feeds are required simultaneously.