Frequently Asked Questions About PTZ or Pan, Tilt, Zoom Cameras:
What is a PTZ or Pan, Tilt, Zoom Camera?
A PTZ or Pan, Tilt, Zoom Camera is one of the most versatile surveillance cameras on the market. They allow you to pan (move left and right), tilt (move up and down), and zoom in or out on an object, area, or person. Additionally, PTZ domes can rotate 360 degrees and view an object directly below them. The cameras movement can be controlled with a keyboard or joy stick or even with a mouse depending on how you set the camera up. You can also pre-program patrol movements so the camera patrols a particular area you are trying to secure. You have complete flexibility and control of the camera. PTZ or Pan, Tilt, Zoom Cameras are also offered for indoor and outdoor surveillance applications for the home or business. So you can choose a PTZ camera in a Vandal Proof Weatherproof housing or an indoor housing where the weather is not a factor. Also when purchasing a PTZ camera you have the ability to choose the zoom rate of the camera. There are PTZ cameras that offer from 10x to 100x zoom rates depending on how close of a view you want to be able to achieve when looking at a object. Another flexible feature of a PTZ camera is the ability to choose numerous mounting options. Depending on the location you want to mount your PTZ you can choose from wall mount, ceiling mount, or even pole mount options.
What are some other import things I need to know about PTZ or Pan, Tilt, Zoom Cameras?
If having the ability to Pan, Tilt, or Zoom your camera on a particular area or person is important to you then the PTZ camera is the right solution. Most PTZ cameras work with most quality DVR’s (Digital Video Recorder) but just to make sure – you need to look at the specifications of the DVR you are going to use and make sure the software allows for PTZ controls and compatibility. Most DVR’s and PTZ cameras have built in protocols that allow them to communicate together. The most common protocols in the industry are Pelco P & D. The DVR will have internal setting in the software to set the protocol and the camera itself will have dip switches used to set the protocol to match the DVR so they can communicate. Beside some simple set up features and light programming a PTZ camera is very simple to set up and operate.
What PTZ or Pan, Tilt, Zoom Cameras does CableGiant offer?
At CableGiant we only sell PTZ cameras and accessories from the best manufactures in the industry that offer the best warranties and world class support. We offer PTZ cameras for small, medium, or large security applications suitable for commercial or residential installations. All our surveillance products are professional grade and are designed to work with almost any quality current system. If you need assistance in designing a quality surveillance system or adding additional products so your current system give us a call and let us make your project a complete success!
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