Vaddio AV Bridge 2x1 – Dual-HDMI Lecture Capture & Streaming Device

Product Overview

The Vaddio AV Bridge 2x1 (999-8250-000) is a professional-grade lecture capture and AV distribution device designed for fixed installations in higher education, corporate training, and government facilities. It accepts two HDMI sources simultaneously and outputs 1080p video over USB 3.0, HDMI, and IP streaming concurrently, allowing a single device to feed a local display, a recording system, and a remote conferencing platform at the same time. An integrated 4x4 Dante audio matrix with a 12x12 cross-point provides flexible networked audio routing without requiring a separate DSP. PoE+ delivery over a single Cat-5 cable simplifies installation and reduces rack cabling overhead.

Product Description

The AV Bridge 2x1 consolidates multi-source capture, switching, streaming, and audio routing into a half-rack unit that draws power and network connectivity from a single Ethernet cable via PoE+. Two HDMI Type-A inputs accept signals up to 4K and re-encode at up to 1080p60 for downstream distribution. The USB 3.0 output presents the device as a standard UVC/UAC peripheral to any connected computer, enabling direct use with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, and other UC platforms without proprietary drivers.

Picture-in-Picture layout control lets operators choose from side-by-side, top-bottom, or four corner inset configurations, making it practical for instructor-plus-content presentations without an external scaler or compositor. A graphic overlay feature allows institutions to add a persistent logo, lower-third, or identifier directly to the output stream, eliminating the need for post-production branding in recorded content.

Dante networking on the AV Bridge 2x1 provides four channels of audio I/O on the network side, routable to a 12x12 cross-point matrix. Two balanced mic/line inputs and two balanced line outputs allow direct connection of microphones, confidence monitors, or downstream amplifiers via phoenix connectors. Built-in acoustic echo cancellation (AEC) prevents feedback loops in rooms where the PC speaker output would otherwise re-enter the microphone chain.

The RS-232 serial port and RJ45 Ethernet port support integration with third-party control systems via the Vaddio ASCII command API. A dedicated trigger port enables hardware-level macro execution through a Vaddio StepVIEW Mat or compatible trigger device. Pass-through camera control allows operators to manage connected PTZ cameras from the same control interface without additional cabling or a separate camera controller. The included half-rack mounting kit fits the unit into a standard 1RU rack space when paired with a second half-rack device or blank panel. Order at Creation Networks: creationnetworks.net.

Key Features

• Dual HDMI Inputs — Two HDMI Type-A inputs accept sources up to 4K and encode for 1080p60 output, supporting simultaneous multi-source display.
• Simultaneous USB 3.0, HDMI, and IP Streaming Outputs — Delivers 1080p video to a local display, a recording host, and a remote streaming destination at the same time from a single device.
• 4x4 Dante Audio I/O with 12x12 Cross-Point Matrix — Provides standards-based networked audio routing fully interoperable with other Dante-enabled equipment in the facility.
• Built-in Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) — Eliminates echo and feedback in rooms with both microphone and speaker audio, reducing the need for an external DSP for basic conferencing use cases.
• PIP Layout Control — Six layout options (side-by-side, top-bottom, four corner inset positions) managed via web UI or control system API without additional hardware.
• Graphic Overlay Support — Permits persistent logo, branding, or text overlays on the output stream, applicable directly in the device without post-processing.
• PoE+ Powered — Single Cat-5 cable carries network, power, control, and IP streaming, minimizing rack infrastructure and simplifying installation.
• UVC/UAC Compliant USB Output — Recognized as a standard webcam and audio device by any host OS; no proprietary drivers required for UC platform integration.
• Third-Party Control API — Vaddio ASCII command protocol over RS-232, Telnet, and TCP/IP supports Crestron, Extron, AMX, and other control systems.
• Pass-Through Camera Control — Allows PTZ camera management through the AV Bridge 2x1 without a separate serial or IP control path to the camera.
• StepVIEW Mat and Trigger Support — Hardware trigger port enables automated macro execution for hands-free scene switching in active learning environments.
• Half-Rack Form Factor with Mounting Kit Included — Ships with a 1RU half-rack bracket; pairs with a second half-rack device or blank panel to fill a standard rack space.

Typical Applications

• University Lecture Hall Capture — Records and streams instructor video alongside presentation content in fixed classrooms with automated switching via trigger mats.
• Corporate Training Rooms — Feeds simultaneous USB video to a conferencing PC and IP stream to a recording server while displaying PIP content locally.
• Government and DoD Briefing Rooms — TAA-compliant device suitable for secure government AV installations requiring domestic-origin hardware.
• Distance Learning Studios — Bridges camera and presentation sources into UC platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex) without additional capture cards or converters.
• AV-over-IP Retrofit Projects — Dante audio matrix integrates with existing Dante infrastructure, allowing the bridge to slot into networked AV architectures without a full system replacement.
• Houses of Worship — Simultaneous local HDMI display, USB confidence monitoring, and IP broadcast streaming from two camera or content sources over a single device.
• Medical and Clinical Training Facilities — Secure, low-latency local recording via USB 3.0 with concurrent IP stream for remote viewing in operating theater or simulation lab setups.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AV Bridge 2x1 require special drivers to work with Zoom or Microsoft Teams?
No. The USB 3.0 output complies with UVC and UAC standards, so any host computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux will recognize it as a standard camera and audio device without proprietary software.

Can the AV Bridge 2x1 stream and record simultaneously?
Yes. The device delivers output concurrently over USB 3.0 (to a local computer), HDMI (to a local display or capture device), and IP streaming (RTSP or RTMP). All three outputs operate at the same time.

What PIP layout options are available?
Six layout configurations are supported: side-by-side, top-bottom, and four corner inset positions (source 1 or source 2 in each corner). Layouts are switchable via the web interface or control API without interrupting active streams.

Is Dante audio required, or can the unit be used with analog audio only?
Dante is optional. The device includes two balanced mic/line inputs and two balanced line outputs on phoenix connectors for direct analog connection. Dante is available for facilities with an existing Dante network but is not required for basic operation.

What control systems are compatible with the AV Bridge 2x1?
The Vaddio ASCII command protocol is supported over RS-232, Telnet, and TCP/IP, making the unit compatible with Crestron, Extron, AMX, Biamp, and other third-party control systems that issue ASCII commands via serial or Ethernet.

Is the AV Bridge 2x1 TAA compliant?
Yes. The 999-8250-000 carries TAA compliance, making it eligible for purchase through GSA schedules and U.S. government procurement contracts.

What is included in the box?
The package includes the AV Bridge 2x1 unit, a PoE+ midspan power injector with cable, a 3 ft Cat-5 patch cable, a 6 ft USB 3.0 Type-A to Type-B cable, six 3-pin phoenix connectors, a half-rack mounting kit, and a quick-start guide.

Where can I purchase the Vaddio AV Bridge 2x1?
The AV Bridge 2x1 (999-8250-000) is available from Creation Networks, an authorized AV reseller. Order online at creationnetworks.net or contact our team for project pricing and integration support.