PTZOptics Insider: Amsterdam, Here We Come! Plus, Loads of Product Updates
- By Scott Pruden
Welcome to PTZOptics Insider, an occasional update on what’s happening in the world of PTZOptics, as well as updates on new product releases, product improvements and firmware updates. PTZOptics Insider is part of PTZOptics’ commitment to our customers by constantly upgrading our cameras and the firmware they use. Keep reading for some exciting news about improvements going live this month.
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PTZOptics to Visit Amsterdam for IBC
PTZOptics will showcase its ground-breaking camera control technology and cloud-based video production and collaboration software at IBC 2025 in Amsterdam (Stand 1.B07) Sept. 12-15.
- Computer vision-enabled detection
- Auto-tracking
- Voice-tracking
- Presenter Lock™
- Multi-target select
- Camera grouping
- Automatic triggers
More Cameras Add Hive-Linked in Beta
In addition to the SimplTrack3 receiving Hive-Linked functionality in Beta soon, we’re happy to announce that the full range of Move (SE and 4K) and Studio (SE and 4K) series cameras can now test out Hive-Linked through our Beta program.
PTZOptics continues to make upgrades as part of the SimplTrack3 dual-lens PTZ camera’s transition from HuddleCam to a PTZOptics product, in addition to adding the function to cameras already a part of the PTZOptics line. Hive-Linked allows your camera to be automatically discovered and linked to PTZOptics Hive without the need for your camera to be connected to an on-site computer.
Upgraded Voice Tracking Support
We recently added Voice-Tracking support for the Epiphan Pearl 2 & Epiphan Pearl Nano switchers. The current supported switchers for Voice-Tracking now include:
- vMix
- OBS
- Inogeni CAM230
- Epiphan Pearl 2
- Epiphan Pearl Nano
New Features Added to the Move 4K 30X
- NDI 6 Upgrade: Upgraded NDI support from NDI 5 to NDI 6 for improved compatibility, performance, and access to the latest NDI protocol features.
- Super Zoom Feature Replacement: The previously named “Hybrid Zoom” feature in Video Settings has been replaced with the updated “Super Zoom” functionality. This improves zoom flexibility and preserves 1080p resolution across the extended zoom range.
- Exposure Mode – Bright Mode: Added “Bright Mode” option under Dashboard > Image > Exposure > Exposure Mode for enhanced low-light handling.
- One Push Exposure: Added One Push Exposure functionality, allowing the camera to automatically set optimal exposure based on the current lighting conditions. Once calibrated, the settings are held, similar to One Push White Balance.
- USB Video Configuration: Added the ability to define the USB video output resolution listed under USB Video Stream.
- Updated Volume Setting Behavior: Input and Output Volume settings now apply immediately without needing to reboot the camera or click apply.
- Increased Kelvin Scale Precision: Enhanced White Balance control in VAR mode by changing the adjustment increments from 100 to 20.
- ONVIF Profile S Certification: The camera fully complies with all ONVIF Profile S requirements and is officially certified.
- Presenter Lock Mode: The Automation section has been updated to rename “Bounding Boxes” to “Presenter Lock Mode.” Information symbols have also been enhanced for clarity.
- Auto-Tracking Delay Behavior: Auto-Tracking now starts instantly after the user-defined Delay Time, eliminating the previous default 4-second delay that was added on top of the configured value.
- Tilt Lock Option for Auto-Tracking: Added a new Tilt Lock feature within Auto-Tracking. When enabled, the camera restricts vertical movement and only follows horizontal motion. A dedicated Tilt Lock option is now present in the Automation section for easier access.
- Tracking Preset Recall: Introduced dedicated preset numbers for toggling tracking: Preset 150 for Tracking ON and Preset 151 for Tracking OFF. This enables users with serial controllers to manage tracking more easily. This is especially helpful for SuperJoy joystick users, as this enables them to use presets and autotracking without opening the camera’s web interface.
- Auto-Framing Behavior: Adjusted the Auto-Framing feature to zoom in or out based on the number of subjects in the frame, instead of defaulting to a maximum zoom-out position.
- Multi-Target Select Visual Enhancements: Improved the visibility and persistence of bounding boxes during Auto-Tracking with Multi-Target Select enabled. Bounding boxes now remain visible during tracking, and the size of the identification numbers has been increased for better visibility.
- Multi-Target Select – Improved Identification and Reassignment Prevention: Improved bounding box assignments for each identified subject, providing a unique number with fewer false identification issues.
