General

General questions about the PTZoptics camera line.

How do I adjust the resolutions for the various outputs of the camera?
The PTZOptics camera offers 5 video outputs between both models. You have IP streaming out, HDMI out, HD-SDI out, USB out, and composite video out. All o...
Fri, 23 Apr, 2021 at 2:33 PM
What is the field of view for each of the PTZoptics cameras?
This is the Field of View chart for all PTZOptics cameras. The Tele-angle is the FOV zoomed all the way in, and the Wide angle is the FOV zoomed all the...
Fri, 23 Apr, 2021 at 4:34 PM
Is there anyway to power your cameras using PoE?
EDIT 1/31/17 - All of the P/T/Z G2 SDI model cameras now shipping will have PoE built in. No need for any adapters, just power it using a POE switch. The ...
Thu, 18 Jun, 2020 at 11:03 AM
How Do I ceiling Mount a PTZOptics camera?
You can ceiling mount a PTZoptics camera very easily. The first thing you would want to get is one of our PTZOptics ceiling mounts, the PTZO-CM. This moun...
Mon, 15 Aug, 2016 at 8:51 AM
Any rules for changing the cameras password? How do I reset a password I forgot?
When you change the password of the camera there are a few things to keep in mind.  If you change the password, the password is only alphanumeric and...
Fri, 13 May, 2022 at 12:37 PM
What resolutions do your cameras output, do they do solid or broadcast framerates?
This is a good question. The cameras output numerous different resolutions (one at a time) which you can see in the chart below. The cameras do not output ...
Fri, 27 Apr, 2018 at 12:56 PM
What are the differences between all of the different connections on the cameras?
There are many differences between all of the various connections on the camera. Please look over this article to get your self comfortable with the diffe...
Wed, 16 Nov, 2016 at 1:11 PM
What SMPTE Standard does the SDI output of your cameras adhere to?
We use SMPTE 424M and SMPTE 292M with the PTZOptics camera.    1080P60/50 is SMPTE 424M All other formats are SMPTE 292M
Thu, 19 Jan, 2017 at 11:56 AM
What is the thread size on the bottom of the camera used for mounting?
The PTZOptics come with a standard 1/4-20 screw thread built into the bottom of the camera. This thread is used for mounting the camera on our ceiling mount...
Mon, 30 Jan, 2017 at 2:26 PM
PTZOptics Warranty Statement(s)
PTZOptics Warranty Statement was updated as of January 1st, 2020 to detail the increased coverage of products manufactured on or after January 1st, 2020. ...
Thu, 1 Oct, 2020 at 9:18 AM