datavideo PTC-140 HD PTZ Robotic Camera User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- Datavideo
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PTC-140 HD PTZ Robotic Camera
User Guide
What Is A Robotic Production Camera?
A traditional multi-camera video production requires an operator for every camera; however, the use of robotic production camera, or PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) camera eliminates the need for camera operators. PTZ cameras can be permanently mounted at venues using wall mounts or used for portable applications by mounting on tripods.
How PTZ Cameras Are Being Used
PTZ cameras typically are used for live video streaming or IMAG (image magnification) applications such as houses of worship, corporate conferences, city council, or live stage venues.
Choosing A PTZ Camera For Your Application
Here are three features to consider when selecting a PTZ Camera:
- Optical zoom distances
- Camera control
- Powering camera and video signal transmission
| Tracking | SDI/HDMI | |
|---|---|---|
| 
Part #| PTC-285(W)| PTC-140(W)| PTC-150(W)| PTC-280(W)| PTC-300(W)
Optical Zoom| 12x| 20x| 30x| 12x| 20x
Dual Streaming| RTMP, SRT, HLS| RTMP, SRT, HLS| N/A| RTMP, SRT, HLS| RTMP,
SRT, HLS
Video Resolution| up to 4K 60 p 60| up to 1080p| up to 1080p 59.94| up to 4K
60 p| up to 4K 60p
HDBaseT Compatible
TX/RX| See PTC-285T| See PTC-140T| See PTC-150T| TX: HBT-6, HBT-11
HBT-12, HBT-30,
HBT-50 RX: HBT-15| TX: HBT-6, HBT-11
HBT-12, HBT-30,
HBT-50 RX: HBT-15
PoE| PoE+| Requires AD-PoE-140| N/A| PoE+| PoE+
Optical Zoom Distances
Most PTZ production cameras have three different optical zoom distances which include 12x, 20x and 30x. Optical zoom is preferred over digital because it uses the lens to magnify the subject you’re shooting whereas, digital zoom crops the image instead of using a lens to magnify the subject. Here are the Datavideo cameras options:
| 12x | 20x | 30x |
|---|
| 
| 
12x optical zoom
(30-40ft distance)| 12x optical zoom
(30-40ft distance)| 20x optical zoom
(50-75ft distance)| 20x optical zoom
(50-75ft distance)| 30x optical zoom
(75-120ft distance)
PTZ Camera Line
HDBaseT| NDI|
---|---|---
|
|
PTC-140T(W)| PTC-150TL(W)| PTC-285T(W)| PTC-140NDI(W)| PTC-280NDI(W)| Part #
20x| 30x| 12x| 20x| 12x| Optical Zoom
RTMP, SRT, HLS| N/A| RTMP, SRT, HLS| RTMP, SRT, HLS| RTMP, SRT, HLS| Dual
Streaming
up to 1080p60| up to 1080p 59.94| up to 4K60p60| up to 1080p60| up to 4K60p|
Video Resolution
RX: HBT-6, HBT-11,
HBT-12, HBT-30, HBT-50
HS-1600T MARK II| RX: HBT-6, HBT-11,
HBT-12, HBT-30, HBT-50
HS-1600T MARK II| RX: HBT-6, HBT-11,
HBT-12, HBT-30, HBT-50
HS-1600T MARK II| —| —| HDBaseT Compatible TX/RX
PoE+| PoE+| PoE+| PoE+| PoE+| PoE
Control Protocols: IP or Serial
There are two types of protocols to control PTZ cameras, either with serial
control (direct cable) or through IP (through a network). Below is a list of
options for selecting the type of control for your PTZ camera.
RS-422
RMC-180 MARK II
- Controls up to 4 PTC cameras
- Up to 8 presets for 2 cameras
- Serial control RS-422
- Home run connections from camera
IP
PTZ View Assist
- Free app for Android or IO’s
- Control up to 4 cameras
- View camera angles in real time
- 4 presets per camera
RS-422 or IP Control
RMC-300A
- Controls up to 24 cameras thru IP
- Controls up to 8 camera serial (RS-422)
- Touch screen menu
- 14 presets per camera
Powering Cameras & Video Transmission
Video transmission and powering the camera sometime uses the same connector
however, cameras that use SDI/HDMI require separate power and camera control
cables. Here are three types of video transmissions: SDI/HDMI, NDI, and
HDBaseT.
SDI/HDMI
Benefits
- SDI cables are reliable with locking connectors
- HDMI or SDI input is a common connector on most switchers, recorders or streaming devices
- SDI cable runs can go up to 328ft (100m) without repeater
HDBaseT
Benefits
- High quality lossless and near zero latency
- PoE++ and video transmission on the same CAT6 cable
- No network or switch needed
- Can interface with SDI or HDMI switchers/devices with a Datavideo receiver
- 328ft (100m) up to 4K60p transmission
NDI
Benefits
- PoE+ and video transmission with a single CAT6 cable
- Video can be distributed over any NDI decoder on the same network (vMix, OBS or hardware decoder)
- Multiple camera signals can be viewed from different access points on the same network
HDBaseT Camera Example Workflow
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We reserve the right to change specifications, prices, and availability
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accuracy, be aware that it may contain errors and omissions. Prior to
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