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Integrating PTZ Cameras

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This content is based on Cyanview's official manuals. Always check the official page for the latest information and precise specifications.
https://support.cyanview.com/docs/Integrations/Generic/PTZ

This guide describes how to configure PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) cameras with a Cyanview system.

Panasonic AW-UE150

Compatible PTZ Models​

ManufacturerModels
BirdDogP100, P200, P400, P4K, X1, X4, X5
CanonCR-N300, CR-N500
Panasonic (AW-HE series)AW-HE40, AW-HE42, AW-HE50, AW-HE60, AW-HE70, AW-HE120, AW-HE130
Panasonic (AW-UE series)AW-UE70, AW-UE100, AW-UE150
Panasonic (AW-HR series)AW-HR140 (use the AW-HE130 model)
SonyILME-FR7, BRC-X1000, BRC-X400, BRC-H900, BRC-H800
Z CAMP2-R1
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If your model is not listed, try a similar or close model. If that doesn't work, contact Cyanview support.

Controls​

  • Exposure
  • White balance
  • Black balance
  • Advanced shading (multi matrix, etc.), depending on camera compatibility
  • Pan/tilt/zoom/focus

For a more detailed list, check whether your model has its own integration guide.

Wiring​

Compatible Cyanview devices: RCP, RIO

PTZ cameras are controlled over IP, so connect the camera and the RCP/RIO to the same network. If the RCP/RIO doesn't have an IP address in the same range (subnet) as the camera, add one in the LAN section by following the IP Configuration guide.

PTZ wiring

Setup​

This example uses a Panasonic AW-UE150, but the setup is similar for all other PTZ cameras. A single RCP can handle multiple PTZ cameras from multiple brands without any issue.

PTZ setup

  1. Click "+" in the camera block. A new panel appears on the right.
  2. In "General", configure a Number and a Name.
  3. Select the brand (here, Panasonic).
  4. Select the model (here, AW-UE150).
  5. Enter the IP address of your PTZ camera.

If everything went well, the camera block turns green.

Camera block in green

Pan/Tilt Control Options​

Once the camera is configured, you can use:

  • Cyanview RCP (shading) with a Sony joystick panel (RM-IP500)
  • Cyanview RCP (shading + pan/tilt/zoom/focus) from the touchscreen. See the Scene screen for details.
  • Cyanview RCP (shading + pan/tilt/zoom/focus) from a USB joystick. See Anxinshi PTZ USB Joystick for details.

Remote Control / Remote Production​

Even though PTZ control is IP-based, it can be useful to combine a PTZ camera with a RIO (with AVIWEST, for example). You can also combine local shading on one RCP with remote shading from anywhere in the world using a second RCP. For more information, see REMI.