Controlling your PTZ Cameras Remotely
By Jamie G
Remotely viewing and controlling a PTZ camera can be incredibly useful for video projects that require flexibility and remote access. PTZOptics cameras offer several methods for remote control and viewing, such as through a web browser, software applications, and even mobile devices.
Here are some options for how to remotely view and control your PTZ camera.
- Using a network-connected computer with PTZOptics Software
- Using a network-connected computer with NDI® Tools
- Using cloud-based software such as Zoom
- Using a smartphone
- Using your favorite video production software
PTZOptics Software for Remote Viewing and Control
Using a network connected computer with PTZOptics software is a reliable and cost-effective method for remotely controlling your PTZ camera. This software allows you to take full control over your camera from anywhere on your local area network (LAN), giving you access to all of the camera’s features as if you were physically in front of it.
Using NDI® to Control and View your PTZ Camera
Controlling a PTZ camera remotely can also be done with NDI® Tools, an affordable and powerful set of IP video tools available for free at NDI.tv. This software allows users to take full control of their cameras from anywhere in the world through an internet connection.
NDI® Bridge is a new software tool released by NDI® in 2022, designed for users to send and receive live video over IP networks. It is intended for use with video equipment that supports NDI®, including PTZ cameras and live streaming software. NDI® Bridge enables users to control their cameras remotely via an internet connection, providing access to all of their camera’s features, such as pan, tilt, and zoom. It also offers features such as PTZ presets and tally information, which can help automate complex movements without requiring manual adjustments.
One important feature of NDI® Bridge is its support for encrypted data streaming, which helps keep your data safe from unwanted intrusions or data theft. With NDI® Bridge, you can take full advantage of your camera’s capabilities from anywhere in the world, making it a valuable tool for remote video production and surveillance applications.
Using Cloud-based software such as Zoom for remote PTZ controls
Cloud-based softwares such as Zoom, allows you to control a PTZ camera remotely. When using Zoom, users can take advantage of the “Remote PTZ Control” features which can be enabled on professional accounts. This feature provides pan, tilt and zoom controls for remote users with the Zoom Meeting client. Zoom allows you to control your PTZ camera from anywhere in the world with ease.
Using a Smartphone to remotely control your PTZ camera
Using your smartphone is another way to remotely control your PTZ camera. PTZOptics offers an iOS app called PTZControl Pro 2 which allows you to view and control cameras from anywhere on your LAN. Another app called PanTiltZoom t is available for iOS, Android and Kindle. The main difference between the apps is that PTZControl Pro 2 offers the ability to view the video feed from your PTZOptics camera, while PanTiltZoom works only for control.
Using video production software to remotely control PTZ cameras
PTZOptics cameras can be controlled directly through video production software such as OBS, vMix, Wirecast, Livestream Studio, Tricaster, Mimolive and many more. This is great for producers who already familiar their chosen live-streaming software solution.
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