The Audio-Technica ATND1061 ceiling array microphone and ATUC digital discussion systems have been certified by Crestron for use with its Automate VX voice-activated camera switching solution in environments including corporate boardrooms, classrooms and government chambers.
As official trigger sources for the Automate VX solution, ATND1061 and ATUC provide low-latency beam talker position data and discussion states for fast, precise camera switching. When paired with the Automate VX system, the ATND1061 delivers accurate, AI-driven camera switching based on voice detection from any angle, ensuring effortless tracking of meeting participants. In addition, the ATND1061DAN Dante audio networking enabled array can leverage the capabilities for streamlined communication, elevating the video conferencing experience. When the ATUC is paired with Automate VX technology, the discussion system’s push-to-talk functionality triggers the appropriate camera to instantly focus on the active participant, ensuring everyone is seen and heard clearly.
‘It took a years-long collaboration between Audio-Technica and Crestron to perfect the interplay of the ATND1061 and ATUC with Automate VX,’ says Audio-Technica Global Strategic Partnerships and Alliance Manager, Matt Markgraf. ‘Now, with the vocal clarity and positioning of the ATND1061 and ATUC systems and the automatic camera switching of Automate VX, meeting participants can enjoy a studio-quality audiovisual experience that allows everyone to engage naturally.’
The ATND1061 beamforming ceiling array microphone delivers high-quality audio clarity, dependable performance and easy A/V integration for corporate conferencing, classrooms and hybrid workspaces. Featuring six individual output channels with up to 32 user-defined microphone pickup zones, the ATND1061 elevates meeting room audio by precisely capturing voices while intelligently reducing background noise.
Whether in large-scale conferences composed of various distinct groups or small gatherings in a meeting room, ATUC digital discussion systems provide 48kHz, 24-bit uncompressed digital audio, plus adjustable gain and EQ for each participant’s microphone.
‘Integrating support for leading beamforming ceiling array microphones within Crestron’s Automate VX platform is essential to delivering an optimised collaboration experience,’ says Crestron Director of Strategic Partnerships, Bob Bavolacco. ‘With the addition of Audio-Technica’s ATND1061 beamforming microphone and ATUC discussion system, organisations can implement a premium audio solution synonymous with Audio-Technica’s reputation for excellence which now seamlessly pairs with Crestron’s advanced AI-driven camera tracking. This combination ensures every participant, whether on-site or remote, is seen and heard with exceptional clarity and precision.’
The Automate VX voice-activated camera switching solution receives input from the ATND1061 or ATUC to automatically trigger connected Crestron 1 Beyond cameras, bringing a multicamera studio experience to any collaboration space. Participants never lose sight of who’s speaking as the Automate VX system not only switches to the appropriate camera, but also autoframes the speaker to ensure that even nonverbal cues are captured so conversation flows naturally.
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