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Feedback?Cross-view is an AI-powered feature that creates a cinematic view of meetings. It supports several camera configurations: two Room Vision PTZ cameras mounted on the front wall, or side cameras (PTZ 4K, Room Vision PTZ, or Quad Camera) combined with a Quad Camera positioned above the screen. Cross-view is compatible with Codec EQ, Room Kit EQX, Codec Pro, and Codec Pro G2, and requires Ceiling Microphones Pro or Table Microphones Pro. By analyzing room activity, recognizing speakers, and tracking where people are facing, the system automatically picks the best camera angle to get the best view.
The Extended speaker view feature enhances video conferencing by providing high-quality close-ups of all participants, including those seated at the far end of a long table. This is achieved using a PTZ camera mounted above a Quad camera, a Codec EQ/Room Kit EQX or Codec Pro/Codec Pro G2, and Ceiling or Table Microphones Pro.
Improvements in experience and quality can be expected with future releases. A reconfiguration of the room will be necessary once improvements become available in the future.
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Read the Room preparation guidelines for a successful installation and use of Cross-view and Extended speaker view.
These guidelines cover aspects related to room dimensions, camera positionings, and other factors such as table size, seating arrangements, microphones, acoustic considerations, and lighting.
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You should first go through the Multi-camera director setup, and then go through the Microphones setup afterwards.
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Download and print the Calibration board. You will need it during the Multi-camera director setup wizard.
The calibration diagnostics feature in Room 26 helps ensure the cameras are properly aligned and functioning, so everyone in the room is clearly visible during cinematic meetings.
Go into the settings menu, tap Issues and diagnostics, and Room diagnostics. Then, select 3D view.
Setup videos
Note: These videos apply to older software versions.
- Multi Camera setup
- Automatic Ceiling Microphone Pro Setup
- Manual Ceiling Microphone Pro Setup
- Automatic Table Microphone Pro Setup
- Manual Table Microphone Pro Setup
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Cross-view side cameras can be used for Presenter Track. Watch this video.
How side cameras frame participants
Each side cameras in cross-view installations has distinct characteristics affecting user experience. Selecting the appropriate side camera requires balancing image quality, tracking behavior, coverage area, and installation constraints to ensure an optimal hybrid meeting experience.
The way a side camera frames active speakers in cross-view setups depends on its pan, tilt, and zoom (PTZ) capabilities. Cross-view supports three methods, each with unique impacts on meeting experience:
1. Digital PTZ
All supported side cameras offer digital PTZ, where the camera remains stationary and framing is done by cropping the image within a preset area.
Consideration: Digital zoom can reduce image quality, especially at higher zoom levels. To minimize this, ensure good room lighting and avoid excessive digital zoom.
2. Mechanical (Motorized) PTZ
Available on Room Vision PTZ, this method uses physical camera movement and optical zoom to frame speakers across a wider area, maintaining image quality.
Consideration:Switching between distant speakers may be slower due to camera movement. Cross-view will transition via the main camera while the side camera is moving (except during PresenterTracking).
3. Multi-Camera Approach
The Quad Camera combines a wide-angle lens with three tele-lenses, capturing all participants along the table edge at once.
Consideration: Enables instant, motor-free switching between close-ups and reduces reliance on digital zoom.
Side Camera Selection: User Experience InsightsWhen configuring cross-view with supported side cameras, several user experience factors can influence which model is best for your space and meeting style. The following table summarizes key differences in tracking, coverage, zoom, and installation flexibility for each camera type:
| Camera | Method(s) | Coverage (HFOV) | Zoom Capability | Advantages | Limitations |
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| PTZ 4K | Digital | 70° | 2x (1080p), 3x (4K) | Fast digital switching; PresenterTrack compatible | Lower image quality at high zoom; fixed area; HDMI only |
| Room Vision PTZ | Digital and Motorized | 80.5° | Digital: 3x (1080p); Optical: Yes | Optical zoom for best quality; wider area; easy install | Motorized mode is slower; 4K requires HDMI with multiple IP cameras |
| Quad Camera | Multi-camera (digital) | 83° | 4x (tele), 2x (wide, 1080p only) | Instant, multi-angle views; consistent image; best zoom | Fixed area; no audio triangulation; not for PresenterTrack; not supported in MTR mode |
The "Zoom Capability" column in the table specifically reflects the cameras' performance as side cameras in cross-view; zoom capabilities may vary in other use cases.
