PTZOptics PT12X-USB-GY-G2-I Streaming
Camera
Features
- Video Connections: HDMI, USB 3.0 & IP Streaming
- Field of View: 72.5 degree wide-angle lens
- Low Lux: High performance in low illumination situations
- Resolution: Full 1920x1080p HD Resolutions up to 60 frames per second
- Noise Cancellation: 2D and 3D noise reduction with our latest “low noise
CMOS sensor”
- Wide Dynamic Range: Support where strong contrast between subject and
background is present
- IP Streaming GUI: Easy to use Software GUI for PTZ Control and remote
viewing
- NEW: Open source IP Streaming Software
- 3 Year Warranty: Check out the Quality Control!
- New: Android Camera Control App
Overview
The PTZOptics 12X-USB is a 1080p camera with 12X optical zoom for capturing
wide angles. With support for HDMI, USB 3.0and IP Streaming (H.264 or H.265)
this camera is ideal for broadcasting high definition video signals for
broadcast or video conferencing applications.
Be seen in 1080p
Crystal clear High Definition 1080p video with lossless 12X optical zoom
letting you get up close to see and interact with your team.
Plug-and-Play USB Connectivity
Easily connect thecamera toyour PC to use with cloud based video conferencing
services such as: Skype for Business, GoToMeeting and WebEX. This camera is
backwards compatible with USB 2.0 (1920x1080p 30fps *Must enable h.264
compression).
Open Source Camera Control
All PTZOptics camera models include open source control software which allow
users to create a custom controller.
Use your favorite software
Works with virtually every online video conferencing software with no need
for additional drivers or proprietary connections.
UVC Camera Control
Each USB PTZOptics camera comes with absolute UVC camera control built in.
This allows for video and control over a single USB cable. This functionality
allows for software like our PresetVisualizer to function.
Live RTMP Streaming
Every PTZOptics camera has the ability to live stream directly from the
camera to your favorite CDN. Simply plugin your CDN’s RTMP Streaming information
into the IP interface of your camera and start streaming! (See this tutorial
video).
IP Video Streaming
Now includes h.265 ‘High Efficiency Codec” and h.264 IP Streaming along with
network camera control. Taking things a step further we offer our software open
source so developers can customize any experience.
Three Simultaneous Video Outputs
The PTZOptics 12X-USB can simultaneously send out 1080p video from HDMI, USB
3.0 and H.264 or H.265 IP Streaming for maximum flexibility.
Wide Field of View
The 12X PTZOptics models offer a wide field of view with the ability to zoom
into narrow a 6.9degrees.
iOS Camera App
PTZOptics has an updated iOS camera control app available here. The app is
not included free with each camera cost. A free android app is available
here.
HDMI Video Connection
Every PTZOptics camera comes with a HDMI video output capable of video
resolutions up to 1080p.
RS-232/RS-485 Camera Control
Every PTZOptics includes in/out RS-232 ports and a RS-485. These ports use
VISCA commands to integrate with larger control systems such as Crestron and
Extron. We even have pre-built modules available for download here.
3.5mm Audio Input
Every PTZOptics camera comes witha 3.5mm audio input you can use to embed
audio. The USB 3.0 models support embedding audio via a line level input onto
USB 3.0 and Ethernet for IP Streaming.
3 Year Warranty
PTZOptics offers the industries best 3 Year Warranty. Repairs are handled in
our USA repair center located outside Philadelphia, PA.
USB Compatibility
- Use with your favorite web conferencing software like Skype for Business,
GoToMeeging (720p) and WebEX
- USB 3.0 video provides completely uncompressed 1080p video (requires
quad-core processor)
- Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 (at lower resolutions)
- UVC Camera Control can provide in application control (See supported UVC
Control Web Conferencing List)
Built-in RTSP & RTMP for Live Streaming
Publish your live video streams with RTSP or RTMP using a CDN or a enterprise
streaming server.
- Stream RTSP or RTMP video and audio to your favorite CDN
- Stream locally on your network
- Dual Streaming for both high and low resolution settings
- Benefit from easy to use far end camera control
- Support for (2) 1080p unicast users *more at lower resolutions
- Ready for unicast streaming (best for low bandwidth internal usage)
- New: Open Source IP Control Software
- New: Android Camera Control App
- New: 16 Professional Virtual Sets included for TriCaster, vMix &
WireCast
Record directly to your favorite LMS
PTZOptics cameras can easily integrate with Learn Management Systems (LMS)
such as Blackboard, Moodle or Kaltura.
- Each digital video output can still be used for video monitoring or
conferencing
- Make dynamic recordings with LMS systems and record “just the talking
heads” via HDMI
- Take remote camera control from the far end as PTZOptics offers over 4
different ways for camera control (IP/Network, IR Remote, RS-232, and UVC )
- Every camera has HDMI video output (Perfect for in room confidence
monitors)
Comparison Charts
Specifications
Video
Sensor |
1/2.7 CMOS, 2.12
Mega Pixels |
Frame
Rates |
1080p
60/50/30/25, 1080i 60/50/30/25,
720p 60/50/30/25 |
Lens |
12x,
F3.5mm-42.3mm, F1.8-F2.8 |
Lens
Zoom |
12x (Optical
Zoom) |
Field of
View |
72.5° |
Min
Lux |
0.5 Lux at F1.8,
AGC ON |
Shutter
Speed |
1/30s
1/10000s |
SNR |
55dB |
Vertical Flip &
Mirror |
Supported |
Horizontal Angle of
View |
6.9° (tele) to
72.5° (wide) |
Vertical Angle of
View |
3.9° (tele) to
44.8°(wide) |
Pan
Movement |
±170° |
Tilt
Rotation |
-30°-
+90° |
Presets |
10 IR Presets (Up
to 255 via Serial or IP) |
Video Output
Interface |
HDMI, USB 3.0, IP
Streaming, CVBS |
Network
Interface |
RJ45 |
Audio
Interface |
Line In, 3.5mm
(USB & IP Stream Only) |
Communication
Interface |
RS-232, RS485,
UVC 1.5 |
Baud
Rate |
2400/4800/96000
bits |
Power Supply
Interface |
JEITA type Power
Adapter (DC IN 12V) |
USB 3.0
Interface |
USB 3.0 (Requires
Quad Core Processor) |
USB 2.0
Interface |
USB 2.0 (future
use) |
Dimension
(in.) |
5.6W x 6.5H x
5.7D (7.88 H w/ Tilt up) |
Dimensions (mm) |
142W x 164H x
169D (189H w/ Tilt up) |
Box
Dimensions |
9x9x10 |
229mmx254mmx229mm |
Camera
Weight |
3.05 lbs. (1.38
kg) |
Boxed
Weight |
5.4 lbs. (2.45
kg) |
Power
Supply |
12W
(Max) |
Input
Voltage |
12V DC (10.8
13.0V DC) |