User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Notice
- OLE_LINK1
- OLE_LINK2
- Environmental_Protection
- Symbols
- Safety_and_Compliance_Information
- Safety_Information
- Regulatory_Compliance
- FCC_Part_15
- This_device_may_not_cause_harmful_interf
- This_device_must_accept_any_interference
- LVD/EMC_Directive
- WEEE_Directive–2002/96/EC
- _GoBack
- Adjusting_and_Setting_with_Menus
- _bookmark9
- PICTURE_Menu
- _bookmark17
- Adjusting_the_Camera
- _bookmark26
- Appendix
- Troubleshooting
- Menu_Configuration
- License
VS-PTC-IP Manual
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Please Note regarding Serial Control protocols (RS422 and RS232):
• When controlling only RS232 cameras, the keyboard can control a total of 7 RS232 cameras
• When controlling RS422 and RS232 cameras simultaneously, the keyboard can control a total of 7 RS232 and
RS422 cameras
• When controlling only RS422 cameras, the keyboard can control up to 14 RS422 cameras (2 daisy chains of 7)
The keyboard is capable of simultaneously controlling up to 255 cameras, between mixed protocols (RS422, RS232,
and IP)
3. Models
This user guide is suitable for the following model:
• VS-PTC-IP
Key Features:
• Cross protocol mix-control with RS232/RS422 and IP
• Protocol support: VISCA, PELCO D/P, ONVIF, VISCA over IP, CGI*
• Quick Access Control
• High-quality sync-6-way joystick control
Independent dual power input: 12VDC, POE
Functionalities:
• Easy, ergonomic PTZ control of multiple remote cameras for live event production and content creation.
Applications: Education, Broadcast, Video Conferencing, House of Worship etc.
• This compact remote controller features a high-quality joystick that allows effortless one-handed pan, tilt and
zoom adjustments. Zoom can also be controlled via the joystick or a supplementary seesaw lever; dedicated
knobs and control buttons simplify direct access to frequently-needed camera functions without needing to use
the camera menus.
• Quick Access features include the control of Exposure, Shutter Speed, Iris, Compensation, White Balance, Focus,
PT Speed, Zoom Speed.
• The controller supports serial RS232/RS422 and IP mix-control. It allows you to use RS232/RS422/IP control on
one controller to control cameras in a single system.
• With IP control, automatically search available IP cameras in the network and assign IP addresses easily. IP
control supports ONVIF, CGI*, VISCA Over IP.
• Up to 256 camera presets with memory of image parameters and 8 patterns/cruises to recall camera moves.
(Requires camera support)
• Tally Indicator: Includes Normal Tally/On-Air Tally/Contact Modes
• Supports 2 groups (7 cameras per group) via VISCA RS422 daisy chain control. Unlimited number of controllers
can operate on a single network to control up to 255 IP cameras. Controls up to total 255 cameras (Combine using
PELCO/VISCA/ONVIF IP/VISCA-Over-IP Protocol).
• Up to 6 selectable ASSIGN function keys, additional functions can be assigned to ASSIGN buttons.
• Multi-color Key/Button illumination indicator
• Full compatibility is provided with all Marshall PTZ cameras and Sony BRC, SRG series PTZ cameras and most
PTZ cameras in the market that support RS232/RS422/RS485/IP control.
• Control firmware upgrade is available via USB to keep the performance of the controller up to date.