Inogeni CAM 300 4x1 HDMI + VGA Switcher w/ USB 3.0 + HDMI Output

About: Inogeni CAM 300 4x1 HDMI + VGA Switcher w/ USB 3.0 + HDMI Output

The Inogeni CAM300 4-in-1 pro AV camera selector offers maximum versatility for both local and remote control. It is the best choice for standalone applications because it includes an HDMI output to monitor the selection. You can also use it with INOGENI’s SHARE2 or SHARE2U camera mixers.

Ideal for classrooms, with this 4 video sources selector (switcher), benefit from instant seamless switching and automatic connection to any app—without drivers.

Features

The CAM300 camera selector offers an array of features for a smooth and seamless experience:

• Switch between 2 USB and 2 HDMI sources
  • 2x USB camera, MJPEG or H264
  • 2x HDMI 1080p60
• Outputs to an uncompressed 1080p60 USB 3.0 and HDMI connection
• Control interface: LAN, RS-232, USB (Get the software upgrade: Crestron Serial & IP modules)
• Local and remote keypad:  REMOTE User Guide
• Embedded audio in USB and HDMI and line level stereo audio support
• Digital Fluid technology: Internal frame buffers maximize frame rate with any host
• Hardware-based color space and sampling conversion
• Automatic scaling and frame rate conversion
• Customizable video processing functions
• Supports multiple devices on the same host
• Device configuration via the  INOGENI Control App
• Firmware upgrade available via the  INOGENI Control App
• Compatible with the Q-SYS Core processors
  • See Q-SYS/INOGENI CAM300 application notes
• Compatible with Barco ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30 & CX-50)

Plug & Go

INOGENI has developed numerous custom applications with our global partners. Capture, mix and switch without drivers. INOGENI makes everything work together thanks to our professional camera selectors.

Compatible with all USB cameras

This pro AV camera switcher is fully compatible with all cameras, including professional-caliber equipment, such as Vaddio, Huddly, HuddleCamHD, Aver, Jabra, Logitech, Marshall cameras, and web cameras.

Application

The CAM300 camera selector (switcher) can be used for a wide variety of applications. It engages a dynamic presentation for HyFlex classroom webinars or live streaming. Keep the flow of your presentation by switching cameras with an easy push button.

CAM300 with Q-SYS Core processors

INOGENI’s plugins are now available in the Q-SYS Designer software, enabling fast USB multi-camera mixing and switching capabilities.

Seamless integration with Q-SYS technology solutions

• Robust control modules
• Easy integration using the Asset Manager library
• Reduced integration time of INOGENI products in Q-SYS environments
• Greater flexibility and control over video processing solutions
• Compatible with Q-SYS Core processors
• Maintenance throughout Q-SYS Designer updates

Enables users to create more complex and engaging content

INOGENI CAM300 4-camera switcher capabilities on Q-SYS Core

• 4 video camera sources (2 USB and 2 HDMI) clean switcher into a single USB 3.0 interface

Easy touchscreen icon on the Q-SYS Core interface

Easy steps to install INOGENI SHARE2/SHARE2U/CAM300 in a Q-SYS environment

By following these steps, users can easily integrate the SHARE2 / SHARE2U / CAM300 into their Q-SYS environments and enjoy USB AI multi-camera mixing capabilities. The detailed documentation and easy-to-use Q-SYS Designer software make the installation process straightforward and accessible for all levels of users.

Here’s how it works

• Locate the plugins in the Q-SYS Designer software’s Schematic Elements > Plugins section. They are stored in two category folders: Asset Manager and User.
• Use Asset Manager to install and manage plugins. Review the Description information and any requirements before installing.
• To update a plugin, go to the Updates tab in Asset Manager and select the plugin and version you want to update.
• Beginning with Q-SYS 8.2.0, QSC-authored plugins include a new component property, Is Managed. This adds the plugin to your Inventory list and makes the plugin’s status available for monitoring in Core Manager and Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager.
• Note that each managed plugin consumes a Q-SYS Reflect Enterprise Manager Peripheral license. Check the remaining number of peripherals your Enterprise Manager subscription allows in the Organizations section. For more information, visit the Enterprise Manager Help.

Plugins allow you to integrate many third-party AV devices into your Q-SYS design and control those devices with separate, installable scripting components.

Lecture room

A small lecture room used by different presenters. Using the HDMI output of the SHARE2U, the video is also shown on the screen. The presentation is webcast and made available for online review. In this case, the CAM300 can be controlled by a Creston RL-2.

Specifications

• 4:1 Camera selector (Smooth video switch)
  • 4 inputs: 2x HDMI & 2x USB 2.0
  • 2 outputs: HDMI 1080p60 & USB 3.0 output
• Video input
  • #1 Connector & video resolutions
    • 1 x USB camera 2.0
      • MJPEG or H264 (*)
      • Depends on the camera specifications
      • Compatible USB cameras
  • #2 Connector & video resolutions
    • 1 x USB camera 2.0
      • MJPEG or H264 (*)
      • Depends on the camera specifications
      • Compatible USB cameras
  • #3 Connector & Video Resolutions
    • 1x HDMI
      • 1080p60, 1080p30, 720p60 and 480p60
      • (1080p60 supported for S/N greater than KC2111xxx and KCM111xxx)
  • #4 Connector & video resolutions
    • 1x HDMI
      • 1080p60, 1080p30, 720p60 and 480p60
      • (1080p60 supported for S/N greater than KC2111xxx and KCM111xxx)
  • Color space -  HDMI : RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4 and 4:2:2
    • *Note for MJPEG and H264 -  USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 cameras that only support uncompressed video will not work properly. For better performance, use USB 3.0 or 2.0 cameras that support MJPEG or H264 CODECs.
• Video output
  • HDMI
    • 1x HDMI up to 1080p60
      • (One mixed video stream)
  • USB
    • 1x USB 3.0 uncompressed up to 1080p60
      • (One mixed video stream)
  • USB - Color Space ou CODEC
    • USB 3.0: YCbCr (YUY2) 4:2:2 8-bit.
    • USB 2.0: MJPEG
  • USB - Video scaler -  Automatic hardware-based
  • USB - Color space conversion -  Automatic hardware-based
  • USB - Sampling conversion -  Automatic hardware-based
  • USB - Frame rate conversion -  Automatic hardware-based
• Digital audio I/O
  • HDMI embedded PCM
  • USB camera audio
  • USB 3.0 PCM stereo, audio follow input
• Control options
  • Front buttons
  • RS-232
  • LAN
  • USB
• IP interface
  • DHCP not supported.
  • Static IP address configuration through our Control App
• USB expansion port
  • Two (2) extra USB 3.0 ports for expansion purposes. The devices connected will appear to the host.
• Compatibility
  • Barco ClickShare compatible
    • Compatible with Barco ClickShare Conference (CX-20, CX-30 & CX-50)
  • Operating systems
    • NO driver installation necessary!
      • Windows 7 and above (32/64-bit)
      • macOS 10.10 and above
      • Linux (kernel v2.6.38)
  • Minimum host requirements
    • USB 2.0 port – We recommend USB 3.0 for uncompressed video
    • 4GB RAM
    • Intel Core i5 or equivalent
    • Graphic card with dedicated memory
  • Motherboard & laptop -  Compatible with all processors and chipsets. Intel, Renesas, ASMedia and Fresco Logic.
  • Supported cameras -  Cameras with an HDMI, DVI or USB 2.0 output
  • Software Compatibility
    • UVC-compliant. Runs with all software compatible to DirectShow, AVFoundation and V4L2.
    • Compatible to: Teams, Zoom, Webex, Google Meet, etc.
• Video switch speed
  • Less than 0.2 second for switching between USB inputs.
  • Less than 0.2 second for switching between HDMI inputs with same video resolution.
  • Less than 0.2 second for switching between USB input and “active” HDMI input and vice-versa.
  • Up to 2 seconds switching between HDMI inputs if video resolutions are different.
    • *Active HDMI input is the last selected HDMI input.
• Dimensions (W x L x H) -  18.5 cm x 11.0 cm x 3.0 cm (7.25” x 4.25” x 1.25”)
• Power supply -  12V (100-240 VAC 50/60Hz to 12V/1.2A DC)
• Weight -  469 g (1.03 lb)
• Operating temperature -   0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F)
• Storage temperature -  -40° to 105° C (-40° to 221° F)
• Relative humidity -  0% to 90% non-condensing
• Certifications
  • HDCP-compliant -  The INOGENI device does not decrypt BD/DVD movies, satellite/cable receivers or other encrypted sources.
  • Certifications -  FCC, CE, RoHS, IEC62368, SoV, RCM, KC, MSIP
  • TAA-compliant -  Yes

What’s in the box

• 1x 1m/3.3ft USB 3.0 cable (Type-A to Type-B)
• 1x RS-232 terminal block adapter
• 1x power supply 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz to 12V/1.2A DC
  • International adapters included in the box (AUS, EUR, UK and US)