Category: Camera Control
New Camera Focus Controls in vMix
vMix 24 has just been announced, and there are quite a few features PTZ camera operators show know about. The first is camera focus controls which allows you to dial in the focus on your IP connected PTZOptics cameras. Another feature you should know about is tally light support for virtual PTZ camera inputs. The …
Controlling Multiple PTZ Cameras in Scenes
Controlling multiple cameras at the same time used to take a crew of camera operators. Today there are a variety of ways to control multiple robotic (PTZ) cameras with a single click of a button. Controlling multiple PTZ cameras at the same time is ideal for “scene changes” where you would like some or all …
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How to control multiple PTZ cameras in vMix
Why control multiple PTZ cameras at the same time? More and more, video producers are also becoming camera operators. With the advent of remotely controlled PTZ cameras, a single video production person can also operate PTZ cameras with the click of a button. In many scenarios, video producers are operating two or three PTZ cameras …
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Abington Presbyterian Church Case Study
Abington Presbyterian Church in Pennsylvania launched a new live streaming setup just before the holidays. Abington has been running a video ministry since the late 1980s. However, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic created a need to enhance their offerings. They had some experience with online video in the past though it was an …
Controlling Multiple PTZ Cameras With OBS at the Same Time
Controlling multiple cameras at the same time used to take a crew of camera operators. Today there are a variety of ways to control multiple robotic (PTZ) cameras with a single click of a button. Controlling multiple PTZ cameras at the same time is ideal for “scene changes” where you would like some or all …
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Networking Help: Setting up a PTZ Camera on your Network
The video above is a live demonstration of how to set up your PTZ camera on the network. PTZOptics cameras are network controllable meaning you can adjust camera settings, live stream video and audio, and much more. In this detailed tutorial video and blog post, you will learn everything you need to know about setting …
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How to Live Stream Church Services to Facebook
How to Live Stream Church Services to Facebook Churches across the country are scrambling to find ways to stay connected with their congregations and share the opportunity to worship together. Live streaming worship services is one way to stay connected. While the experience isn’t the same as having everyone together in the same place, it …
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Remote PTZ Camera Controls in Zoom Video Conferencing
How Far End Camera Controls work with Zoom A little known feature inside of Zoom Video Conferencing is called “Far End Camera” controls. This feature allows users to give other meeting participants control of their cameras. This is ideal for remote presentations where a co-host or trusted individual can help out with the camera work. …
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