QSC VS-ADV – VisionSuite Advanced ACPR Plugin License

Product Overview

The QSC VS-ADV is the Advanced tier license for the Q-SYS VisionSuite Automatic Camera Preset Recall (ACPR) plugin, designed for AV integrators and system designers deploying full-featured, multi-camera automatic switching in commercial conference rooms, training rooms, and large collaboration spaces. This license unlocks the complete ACPR plugin feature set within Q-SYS Designer Software, enabling audio-driven camera preset recall across multi-microphone, multi-zone room configurations. As a node-locked perpetual license, the VS-ADV is the appropriate choice for permanent, production-grade Q-SYS ACPR deployments requiring maximum microphone channel capacity and zone count.

Product Description

The Q-SYS VisionSuite ACPR plugin uses microphone angle data — horizontal and vertical azimuth — from supported ceiling array microphones to automatically trigger camera preset zones, directing PTZ cameras to the active speaker without manual operator intervention. The VS-ADV Advanced license enables the full ACPR plugin capability set, supporting up to 16 Q-SYS NC-series IP conference cameras (8 primary and 8 secondary), up to 90 discrete microphone channels, and up to 16 zones per microphone with additional crossover zones for multi-mic deployments. The ACPR plugin runs natively on a Q-SYS Core processor and does not require a VSA-100 AI Accelerator — it is a software-only solution delivered as a Q-SYS Designer plugin. Compatible microphone platforms include Sennheiser TCC2, Sennheiser TCCM, Shure MXA901, Shure MXA920, Audio-Technica ATND1061, Nureva HDL 310, Nureva HDL 410, Q-SYS NM-T1, and Yamaha RM-CG. Primary/secondary camera pairing masks PTZ movement from far-end participants, and reinforcement microphone mode provides dedicated audio zones that always take priority. The VS-ADV license is activated via QSC's node-lock licensing model through Core Manager or the offline QSC Licensing Portal, and is tied to a single Q-SYS Core processor. Verified compatible with Q-SYS Designer Software version 9.10 and later.

Key Features

• Audio-Driven Camera Preset Recall — Uses microphone azimuth data to automatically trigger camera preset zones, directing PTZ cameras to the active speaker without manual control.
• Advanced License Tier — Unlocks the full ACPR plugin feature set for production deployments requiring maximum channel and zone capacity.
• Up to 16 IP Cameras Supported — Supports 8 primary and 8 secondary Q-SYS NC-series PTZ cameras for primary/secondary pairing to hide PTZ movement.
• Broad Microphone Compatibility — Works with Sennheiser TCC2/TCCM, Shure MXA901/MXA920, Audio-Technica ATND1061, Nureva HDL 310/410, Q-SYS NM-T1, and Yamaha RM-CG.
• Up to 90 Discrete Microphone Channels — Supports large-scale multi-mic deployments with up to 16 zones per mic plus crossover zones.
• Reinforcement Microphone Mode — Provides up to 10 dedicated audio pins/zones with highest priority switching, suitable for lectern or podium microphone inputs.
• No VSA-100 Required — Runs entirely as a Q-SYS plugin on a Core processor; no external AI hardware needed for ACPR-only deployments.
• Node-Locked Perpetual License — Activated and locked to a single Q-SYS Core via QSC's Nodelock licensing model; supports both online and offline activation.
• Camera Preview in Designer — Live JPEG camera preview within the ACPR plugin interface (Q-SYS Designer 9.9 and later).
• Auto Framing Support — Toggles cameras to analytics mode based on face count detection (Q-SYS Designer 9.10 and later).

Typical Applications

• Conference room — automated speaker-tracking camera switching for hybrid meetings with far-end video conferencing participants.
• Boardroom — high-stakes meeting spaces where consistent, professional camera framing is required without an operator.
• Training room — instructor and participant tracking across multiple camera zones for remote learner engagement.
• All-hands room — multi-zone speaker tracking for large-format collaboration spaces with multiple ceiling array microphones.
• Government space — automated camera control for council chambers, hearing rooms, and public meeting facilities.
• House of worship — automated camera switching for speaker-tracking during services, panels, or Q&A sessions.
• Auditorium — multi-camera ACPR deployment supporting stage, podium, and audience zones.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between VS-ADV, VS-COM, and VS-REV?

VS-ADV is the Advanced tier and enables the full ACPR plugin feature set for production deployments. VS-COM is the Commercial tier for standard commercial deployments with a reduced feature scope. VS-REV is the File Review tier, intended for system designers to review and work with ACPR design files without deploying to hardware.

Does the VS-ADV license require a VSA-100 AI Accelerator?

No. The ACPR plugin runs as a Q-SYS Designer plugin on any compatible Q-SYS Core processor. The VSA-100 is only required for VisionSuite AI features such as Speaker Spotlight and Presenter Spotlight.

Which Q-SYS Designer Software version is required?

The ACPR plugin is compatible with Q-SYS Designer Software version 9.10 and later. Features such as Camera Preview require 9.9+, and Auto Framing requires 9.10+.

How is the license activated?

Activation uses QSC's Nodelock licensing model. Online activation is performed through Core Manager using the Entitlement ID (EID). Offline activation is available through the QSC Licensing Portal at licensing.qsc.com using the Core's Locking ID.

Can this license be moved to a different Core processor?

Node-locked licenses are tied to a single Q-SYS Core. Transferring the license to a different Core requires a QSC warranty action. Contact QSC support for license transfer requests.

Is a separate license required for a redundant backup Core?

Yes. Redundant Core installations require a separate feature license on both the Primary and Backup Core processors.

Which microphone platforms are compatible with the ACPR plugin?

Compatible microphones include Sennheiser TCC2 and TCCM, Shure MXA901 and MXA920, Audio-Technica ATND1061, Nureva HDL 310 and HDL 410, Q-SYS NM-T1, and Yamaha RM-CG. Discrete microphone inputs are also supported up to 90 channels.

Does transitioning to VisionSuite Native require purchasing a new license?

No. QSC states that transitioning from VisionSuite Legacy (plugin-based) to VisionSuite Native does not incur additional hardware or software costs.