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8.2.9 PTZ
FIGURE 146
PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom), or ‘robotic’ cameras can play important roles in certain types of
productions. These systems range widely in price, from a few hundred dollars to
those the ‘six figure’ range, with an equally diverse range of quality and features.
Generally, remote control of PTZ cameras involves sending instructions to the
camera either across serial (RS232 or RS422) or network connections. TriCaster
460, 860 and 8000 provide support for both types. Connection settings shown in
the PTZ tab (Input Configuration pane) update depending on which Camera type you
select.
Choose your camera model (or one similar to it) using the drop-down menu, and
then enter (or select) appropriate settings for the unit.
FIGURE 147
Note: TriCaster does not have an external serial port. For PTZ cameras requiring a serial
connection, you will need to use a third party USB-to-Serial Port adapter.