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Crestron 1 Beyond Automate VX Series Product Manual
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IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B,
and IV-SAM-VXS-1B
1 Beyond Automate VX Series
Crestron Electronics, Inc.

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  • Page 1 View this document in HTML crestron.com/docs/9324 Product Manual IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B 1 Beyond Automate VX Series Crestron Electronics, Inc.
  • Page 2 Communications, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Crestron disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. Crestron is not responsible for errors in typography or photography.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    In the Box Wire the Camera System Connect to the System Initial Setup Assign Network Interfaces Set Static IP Addresses Use Remote Support Update Firmware Resources Crestron Support and Training Product Certificates Related Documentation Product Manual — Doc. 9324K Contents • iii...
  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview The Crestron 1 Beyond Automate VX Series camera switching systems bring a full multicamera studio experience to meetings, town halls, and classrooms. Crestron 1 Beyond cameras automatically switch based on the location of the active speaking participant. Visual AI enhanced camera switching intelligently frames camera shots with the participants centered.
  • Page 5: Features

    Features Refer to the following sections for more information on the 1 Beyond Automate VX model features: •   IV-SAM-VXS-1B Features •   IV-SAM-VXP-1B Features •   IV-SAM-VXN-1B Features Product Manual — Doc. 9324K IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B • 2...
  • Page 6: Iv-Sam-Vxs-1B Features

    Automate VX Voice-Activated Multi-Camera Switching Solutions. Visit IV-PROSERVICE-1B for details. NOTE: For Crestron Intelligent Video Certified Engineers (IVC-E) planning to self-deploy and self-validate a purchased Automate VX system, the purchase of Remote Professional Services is optional, subject to verification by Crestron. Visit IV-PROSERVICE-1B for details.
  • Page 7 Browser or Third-Party Control Enable auto-switching, record/stream, and change room configurations or layouts using a Crestron® control module. An adaptable API is available for customizable user-interfaces on third-party control systems.
  • Page 8: Iv-Sam-Vxp-1B Features

    Automate VX Voice-Activated Multi-Camera Switching Solutions. Visit IV-PROSERVICE-1B for details. NOTE: For Crestron Intelligent Video Certified Engineers (IVC-E) planning to self-deploy and self-validate a purchased Automate VX system, the purchase of Remote Professional Services is optional, subject to verification by Crestron. Visit IV-PROSERVICE-1B for details.
  • Page 9 Browser or Third-Party Control Enable auto-switching, record/stream, and change room configurations or layouts using a Crestron® control module. An adaptable API is available for customizable user-interfaces on third-party control systems.
  • Page 10: Iv-Sam-Vxn-1B Features

    Automate VX Voice-Activated Multi-Camera Switching Solutions. Visit IV-PROSERVICE-1B for details. NOTE: For Crestron Intelligent Video Certified Engineers (IVC-E) planning to self-deploy and self-validate a purchased Automate VX system, the purchase of Remote Professional Services is optional, subject to verification by Crestron. Visit IV-PROSERVICE-1B for details.
  • Page 11 RESTful API for Crestron and Third-Party Control Enable auto-switching, record/stream, and change room configurations or layouts using a Crestron® control module. An adaptable API is available for customizable user-interfaces on third-party control systems.
  • Page 12: Physical Description

    Physical Description The camera switching device provides the following connectors and indicators. IV-SAM-VXP-1B Connectors and Indicators IV-SAM-VXN-1B Connectors and Indicators IV-SAM-VXS-1B Connectors and Indicators Name Description Power AC power BIOS Flashback Button Not used Wi-Fi Connects the antenna to the onboard Wi-Fi™ network chip HDMI® Not used USB 3.2 Gen 1 2x USB Type-A ports for peripheral device connections...
  • Page 13 Name Description Audio Connections Orange: Central/bass speaker out Blue: Line in Black: Rear speaker out Green: Headphone/speaker out Pink: Microphone in Optical: Optical SPDIF out ETH 1 1 Gbps RJ-45 Ethernet port USB 3.2 Gen1 USB Type-A port for peripheral device connections USB 3.2 Gen2 USB Type-C® port for faster data rates Thunderbolt™...
  • Page 14: Specifications

    Specifications Refer to the following sections for more information on the specifications for various 1 Beyond Automate VX models: •   IV-SAM-VXS-1B Specifications •   IV-SAM-VXP-1B Specifications •   IV-SAM-VXN-1B Specifications 11 • IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B Product Manual — Doc. 9324K...
  • Page 15: Iv-Sam-Vxs-1B Specifications

    Can stream to any RTMP server. Presets included for popular CDNs NDI Support For inputs and program output Camera Control Can control Crestron 1 Beyond PTZ cameras and tracking cameras over IP. For a complete list of compatible cameras, refer to the Automate VX Software Manual.
  • Page 16 Dimensions Height 3.5 in. (89 mm) Width 16.75 in. (425 mm) Depth 14.5 in. (368 mm) Weight 14 lb (6.35 kg) 13 • IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B Product Manual — Doc. 9324K...
  • Page 17: Iv-Sam-Vxp-1B Specifications

    Can stream to any RTMP server. Presets included for popular CDNs NDI Support For inputs and program output Camera Control Can control Crestron 1 Beyond PTZ cameras and tracking cameras over IP. For a complete list of compatible cameras, refer to the Automate VX Software Manual.
  • Page 18 Dimensions Height 3.5 in. (89 mm) Width 16.75 in. (425 mm) Depth 14.5 in. (368 mm) Weight 14 lb (6.35 kg) 15 • IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B Product Manual — Doc. 9324K...
  • Page 19: Iv-Sam-Vxn-1B Specifications

    Can stream to any RTMP server. Presets included for popular CDNs NDI Support For inputs and program output Camera Control Can control Crestron 1 Beyond PTZ cameras and tracking cameras over IP. For a complete list of compatible cameras, refer to the Automate VX Software Manual.
  • Page 20 Dimensions Height 3.5 in. (89 mm) Width 16.75 in. (425 mm) Depth 14.5 in. (368 mm) Weight 14 lb (6.35 kg) 17 • IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B Product Manual — Doc. 9324K...
  • Page 21: Installation

    To perform basic wiring for the camera system: 1. Designate a number for each PTZ camera in your system. 2. Mount the cameras as described in the appropriate documentation for your Crestron 1 Beyond camera model. Product Manual — Doc. 9324K...
  • Page 22: Connect To The System

    3. Connect each PTZ camera to the SDI® ports of the Automate VX device using HD-SDI cables (not included). Ensure the numbered SDI port corresponds to the camera number determined in step 1. NOTE: Each PTZ camera should be connected to a network switch via Ethernet and can be powered via 30 W of PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus).
  • Page 23 3. Connect to the camera switching device in the remote desktop client using the following IP address: 10.1.10.2. Remote Desktop Client Login 4. When prompted, enter the following default login credentials: Username: Valued Customer Password: 1beyond NOTE: The Username and Password above are also the Windows system login credentials. Product Manual —...
  • Page 24: Initial Setup

    Initial Setup Use the following procedures to set up the Automate VX following installation. Assign Network Interfaces Automate VX has two Network Interface Controller (NICs) labeled ETH 1 and ETH 2. The Ethernet ports have the following default addressing configuration: The ETH 1 port is set as a static IP (10.1.10.2) for initial configuration via the Windows®...
  • Page 25 Assigning IP addresses for 1 Beyond cameras must be done through the 1 Beyond Camera Manager. For more information regarding assigning IP addresses for 1 Beyond cameras, refer to the documentation for your Crestron 1 Beyond camera model. It is also recommended to change the camera names to match the global camera IDs that have been designated in the Automate VX software.
  • Page 26: Use Remote Support

    Use Remote Support Automate VX can be configured from a laptop on the same subnet as the system using the web browser interface. For advanced configurations, Windows Remote Desktop can be used. 1 Beyond Camera Systems Remote Professional Services will access the Automate VX using TeamViewer. For more information about 1 Beyond Camera Systems Remote Professional Services, refer to IV-PROSERVICE-1B.
  • Page 27: Update Firmware

    Update Firmware Automate VX can be updated with firmware provided by Crestron. To update an Automate VX's firmware: NOTE: Wirecast® software is automatically updated with the Automate VX firmware installer if the system has an active Wirecast license. The license expiration date is located in the File menu of Wirecast (File >...
  • Page 28 3. Select one of two options in the Crestron Installer window: NOTE: The firmware update can be canceled by exiting the Crestron Installer window. Do not close the window once the firmware update is initiated. Crestron Installer Window Select the Install option to perform a clean install of the Automate VX firmware. This option reverts the system to a factory default state.
  • Page 29 The Automate VX firmware is now updated. Product Manual — Doc. 9324K IV-SAM-VXN-1B, IV-SAM-VXP-1B, and IV-SAM-VXS-1B • 26...
  • Page 30: Resources

    Resources The following resources are provided for the Automate VX. NOTE: You may need to provide your Crestron.com web account credentials when prompted to access some of the following resources. Crestron Support and Training Crestron True Blue Support Crestron Resource Library Crestron Online Help (OLH) Crestron Training Institute (CTI) Portal...
  • Page 31 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Product Manual — Doc. 9324K 15 Volvo Drive, Rockleigh, NJ 07647 08/15/24 Tel: 888.CRESTRON Specifications subject to Fax: 201.767.7656 change without notice. www.crestron.com...