innex cube 4K 360 Degree Conference Camera User Guide
- May 15, 2024
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innex cube 4K 360 Degree Conference Camera
Specifications
- Dimensions : 30 cm x 42 cm
- Components : Innex Cube, USB A-C Cable 1.5m, Wooden Base, Poles x3, Remote Control (AAA battery x2), Quick Start Guide, Travel Box
- Features : Cameras, IR Receivers, USB Type-C Port, Tripod Screw Hole, Microphones, Status Indicator, Kensington Nano Security SlotTM, Velcro Cable Tie
Product Usage Instructions
Getting Started
- Assemble the Innex Cube with 2 or 3 poles.
- Connect the USB cable by plugging the USB-C end into the Innex Cube and the USB-A end into a USB 3.0 port on your computer.
- Wait for the LED to start flashing after powering the Cube. The LED should be off before selecting Cube as the camera in the video conference software.
- Ensure the Front Arrow is pointing toward the front of the meeting room where the display is located.
- Switch video modes using the Mode button on the camera or remote control. Long press the camera’s button or short press the buttons on the remote control to switch between AI mode and Manual Mode.
- For optimal performance, connect to a USB 3.0 port on the PC or a USB hub.
Optimal AI Performance
For small to medium-sized conference rooms with up to 12 people within a 2.5-meter detection radius, AI modes are recommended. In larger conference rooms, Manual modes provide the best experience. The AI algorithm optimizes the detection and positioning of people’s upper body, including hand gestures.
Mirror Text Function
The default camera image may appear mirrored in some video conference software, making the text of Innex Cube’s On-Screen Display (OSD) unreadable.
FAQ
- Q: What is the typical response time of making commands with the remote control?
- A : The typical response time is 1.6 seconds. Please allow sufficient response time when using the remote control.
- Q: How can I ensure the AI mode works effectively in my conference room?
- A : Ensure that Cube has a clear line of sight on the display without any obstructions for optimal AI performance.
Innex Cube is the world’s smallest 4K 360° Conference Camera with built- in AI algorithms capable of tracking multiple people simultaneously. Creating the most immersive conference experience from the table center, Innex Cube captures video and audio from a close distance, at the eye level from a natural frontward angle. A patented real-time stitching algorithm technology stitches four high-resolution sensors together to produce an ultra-clear and undistorted video. With a built-in on-screen display menu and a handy remote control, Innex Cube is truly plug-and-play and mobile. Meet the future, all within the size of your hand.
Package contents
Overview
- Cameras
- IR Receivers
- USB Type-C Port
- 1/4 Tripod Screw Hole
- Microphones
- Front Arrow
- Mode Switch
- Camera on/off
- Microphone on/of
- Status Indicator
- Pole (male-female)
- Pole (male-male)
- Wooden Base
- Pole Storage
- Additional Pole (male-female)
- Kensington Nano Security SlotTM
- Velcro Cable Tie
- Remote Contro
Notice : The typical response time of making commands is 1.6 seconds. Please allow sufficient response time when using the remote control.
Getting started
- Assemble the Innex Cube with 2 or 3 poles.
- Connect the USB cable. Plug the USB-C end to the Innex Cube and the USB-A end to a USB3.0 port of your computer.
- Once the Cube is powered, the LED will start flashing. Wait until the LED is off before selecting Cube as the camera in video conference software. When the Cube is selected as an active camera, the LED will be on.
- Point the Front Arrow toward the front of the meeting room where the display is usually located.
- Press the Mode button on the camera or the buttons on the remote control to switch video modes. (By default, Cube starts in Gallery mode.)
- Long press the camera’s ” ” button or short press the button on the remote control to switch between AI mode and Manual Mode.
- In AI mode : Gallery / Auto-Framing / Stage modes.
- In Manual mode : Conversation/ 360° Panorama / 270°/ 180°/ 120°/ 90°.
Optimal AI Performance
With an effective coverage within a 2.5-meter detection radius and a number of 12 people, AI modes are recommended to be used in small-sized to medium-sized conference rooms. To use Cube in a large-sized conference room, it is recommended to use Manual modes for the best experience.
Cube’s AI uses an advanced algorithm to optimize its detection and its positioning of people’s upper bodies to better include people’s hand gestures which are as important as their faces.
Display Ignore
Mirror Text Function
The default camera image is set to “mirrored” in some video conference software and will render the text of Innex Cube’s On Sreen Display (OSD) unreadable
When the text of the OSD is mirrored, press the ” ” button to mirror the text back. *Please note that the camera image will not be mirrored.
Video Modes
AI Gallery
Gallery mode creates a close-up shot (a box) for each person. If two or more people are sitting close to each other, they will be merged into the same box. While capable of detecting up to 12 people at once, the maximum number of boxes are limited to 8. When no person is detected, a 360° panorama will be displayed.
( Gallery mode is always the default mode when the Cube is turned on. It is also the default AI mode when user switches to AI by pressing “Mode” on the camera and “AI” on the remote control )
AI Auto-framing
Auto-framing mode frames up to 12 people in the center of the view and trims off excess spaces on both sides. When no person is detected, a 360° panorama will be displayed.
AI Stage
Stage mode auto-frames the presenter(s) in the stage area (the area that is 180° centered on the front arrow direction) and displays it at the upper portion while showing the back 180° side at the lower portion. The presenter(s)needs to stay within 2.5M AI detection radius in order to be tracked or autoframed. When there’s only one presenter in the stage area, he or she will be tracked within a 90° viewing angle. When there are multiple presenters in the stage area, they will be auto-framed and the distance between them determines the viewing angle which can be between 90° to 180°. When no person is detected in the stage area, two equal-sized 180° views of the front and back sides will be displayed.
Manual Conversation
With the camera facing front (front arrow direction), Conversation splits participants from two sides into two equal 180° views. (Note: AI is not available under this mode.)
Manual 360° Panorama
360° Panorama shows a full 360-degree view. Press ” ” to E-pan left or right to move the center of the 360° Panorama if required. (Note:AI is not available under this mode)
Manual 270°/ 180°/ 120°/ 90°
Customize the field of view with 4 preset viewing angles. Press ” ” to rotate through view angles from 270° to 90° and use “ ” to move the frame in the desired direction. (Note: AI is not available under this mode.)
In the Manual modes, users can conveniently control the FoV and the direction of the video. Below is the summary of the available control in the different modes
Best Setup Examples
- Room Size : Small to Medium.
- Table Type : Round or rectangular.
- Participants : No more than 8. Scattered sitting. Eyes on each other more.
- Suggested practice – Capture individual close-up shots.
- Modes : AI – Gallery mode.
- Camera Position : Center of the table.
- Room Size : Medium to Large.
- Table Type : Rectangular long table.
- Participants : 8 to 12. Sitting vertically to the display. Eyes on the display more.
- Suggested practice – Capture group shots.
- Modes : AI – Auto-framing mode Or Manual 120°.
- Camera Position : Toward the front of the table.
- Room Size : Medium to Large.
- Table Type : Rectangular long table.
- Participants: 8 to 12. Sitting horizontally to the display. Eyes on the display more. Suggested practice – Capture group shots.
- Modes: Manual 180 ° (AI auto-framing is not recommended as the person on the side is out of 2.5M range.)
- Camera Position : Toward the front of the table.
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Room Size : Medium to Large.
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Table Type : Rectangular long table.
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Participants : 8 to 12. Sitting horizontally to the display. Eyes on the presenter more.
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Suggested practice – Emphasize on presenter and show the audience simultaneously.
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Modes : AI – Stage mode.
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Camera Position : Toward the front of the table.
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Room Size : Large or boardroom.
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Table Type : Rectangular long table.
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Participants : More than 12. Sitting vertically to the display, Eyes on each other more.
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Suggested practice – Capture 2 groups from the middle. Manual – Conversation mode. (AI mode is not recommended as it’s over 12 people)
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Camera Position : Middle of the table.
Settings
AI Setting
Set the AI behavior between “Tracking” or “Track On Demand”.
“Tracking” is always the default setting when the Cube is turned on.
Tracking
Set to “Tracking”, AI will keep scanning and tracking people in all AI modes.
The AI response time is about 4-5 seconds when it is set to “Tracking”
Track on Demand
To prevent interference resulting from people constantly moving, use the “> ”
arrow to select
“Track on Demand” to disable auto-tracking. This will lock the Cube and
prevent any person’s movement from changing the Cube’s output. An icon “ ”
will appear on the screen during the AI modes as a reminder. Once “Track On
Demand” is selected, it will apply to all AI modes.
Under this setting, pressing the ” ” button on the remote control will trigger
a one-time AI scan.
The AI response time is about 2.5 seconds when it is set to “Track On Demand”.
- Press “OK” to trigger AI scan
- After scanning
Ignore Zone Setting
Select an area to disable AI detection to prevent unnecessary distractions or
maintain privacy.
When an ignore zone is set, an icon “ ” will appear on the screen during the
AI modes as a reminder. (Ignore zone setting will reset after power off.)
Apply Ignore Zone Under the AI Modes
Gallery
When the Ignore Zone is set, under Gallery mode, Innex Cube will not detect the participants who sit in that area of the room.
Auto-Framing
When the ignore zone is set, under AutoFraming mode, Innex Cube will keep that area out of the frame.
Stage
When the Ignore Zone is set within Stage Area, under Stage mode, Innex Cube will not display that area in the upper screen. If the Ignore Zone is set within the back 180° side, the ignore Zone will not work, as the bottom side is not using AI.
Language
Switch and select the desired language.
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Important Safety, Compliance, and Warranty Information
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