7. Applications

The PTZ camera, by itself alone or encompassed in different numbers of domes with comprehensive matrix switching, is mainly for link to 4 different control means (also known in different terms such as controller, console or host):

„PC-based system
„Keyboard controller

„DVR (Digital Video Recorder )

„Video server

7.1 Controllers and RS-485

While most keyboards, DVRs and video servers are equipped with RS-485 port, which can be directly connected to speed dome, desk top and notebook computers usually don’t provide direct output of RS-485. Therefore an interface device (signal converter) will be needed when computer is used as the controller.

Signal converter

Note:

Check the PC first to see if RS-232 port or USB port is available to the specific unit. Some may have both while others only have one of the two.

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