PTZOptics Hive
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Discover the Future of Camera Control
- Hive
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- Hive-Linked Cameras
- Camera Compatibility
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Professional Control For Everyone
Centralized Control and Streamlined Workflows
Streamline your workflows with Hive. Real-time collaboration allows you to work in sync on live video – from the comfort of your home or right on set.
"Hive-Linked" Hardware Advantage
Hive is embedded in PTZOptics cameras, enabling instant cloud control with no hardware, plugins, or extra software needed.
Best in Class Camera Control, From Anywhere in the World
Advanced framing and color correction tools help you bring out the best of your camera. And you can do it from anywhere, anytime.
Connect. Control. Create.
PTZOptics Hive revolutionizes video production by merging professional-grade camera control with real-time switching and recording. This unified platform allows for seamless connection, control, and creation from anywhere.
Camera Control Reinvented
Cinematic Control
Auto-Tracking On Any Camera
Cloud Control
Manage your cameras from any location worldwide with sub-300ms latency, making remote control as simple as logging in.
Unlimited Custom Presets
Organize and save an unlimited number of presets by category or shot type for quick access and consistency.
Color Correction Made Easy
Intuitive Color Tools
Live Color Adjustments
Advanced Color Matching
Employ sophisticated color matching across multiple cameras to achieve a cohesive look throughout your production.
Image Presets
Video Switching and Recording
Seamless Video Switching
Choose from different transitions or switch between multiple cameras in real-time. PTZOptics Hive is perfect for pre-recorded and live productions.
RTMP Streaming
ISO Input Recording
NDI® Outputs
Effortless Setup and Broad Support
Instant Camera Discovery
Add any camera model or brand in seconds through Hive Studio’s auto-discovery feature.
Customized Controls
Cross-Brand Compatibility
Not limited to PTZOptics or PTZ cameras, Hive supports a growing list of over 400 major camera models.
Unified Interface
Camera management is a breeze with Hive’s user-friendly interface that adapts to your make or model of camera.
Best in Class Tracking
Cinematic Movements
Simplified Tracking Interface
Detection and Continuity
Make Old Cameras New Again
Hive extends the lifespan of your older PTZ cameras, enabling them to harness new functionalities like auto-tracking.
Next-Level Studio Management
Multi-Studio Management
Oversee multiple studios or locations remotely through PTZOptics Hive, a unified platform enhancing coordination and oversight.
Intelligent Alerts & Equipment Oversight
Local Mode
Manage Audio
Redefining Remote Production
Easy Collaboration
Oversee multiple studios and locations from anywhere in the world, or share a time-limited link to your studio with other users, granting them access wherever they may be.
Instant Access Anywhere
No Extra Hardware Required
Hive-Linked Camera Benefits
Eliminates On-Site Computers
Hive-Linked cameras connect directly to the Hive, removing the need for on-site computers.
Simplified Remote Management
Enjoy easier remote management of your cameras with Hive-Linked technology, ensuring seamless control from anywhere.
Reduces Overall Costs
By eliminating the need for additional hardware, Hive-Linked cameras help reduce your overall production costs.
Ideal for Remote Production
Hive-Linked technology is perfect for remote production, providing reliable and direct connections for distributed productions.
Advanced Data Protection
Features and
benefits
- Global Connectivity
- Effortless Setup
- Cinematic Camera Control
- Advanced Camera Abilities
- Easily Fine-Tune Settings
- Proactive Alerts and Monitoring
Pricing
Contact your PTZOptics representative for introductory pricing available from June through August!
Plus, save 5% on all annual Hive plans by purchasing from an authorized PTZOptics reseller!
Free Studio
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Monthly Price: Free
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Yearly Price: Free
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1 Video Input
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Manual Tracking
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5 Team Members
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5 Hours of Remote Usage
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Overage Costs*: $0 (cannot exceed 5 hour limit)
Standard Studio
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Monthly Price:
$55$25/mo -
Yearly Price:
$599$270/yr -
3 Video Inputs
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1 Input Auto-Tracking
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10 Team Members
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25 Hours of Remote Usage
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Overage Costs*: $0.03 per minute, per source
Professional Studio
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Monthly Price:
$145$99/mo -
Yearly Price:
$1595$999/yr -
Unlimited Video Inputs
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Unlimited Auto-Tracking
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Unlimited Team Members
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99 Hours of Remote Usage
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Overage Costs*: $0.025 per minute, per source
*Overage costs start once your plan exceeds the included remote usage limit.
Minimum System Requirements
The specifications recommended are designed for good performance under the following conditions:
- 2-4 cameras via RTSP or NDI®
- Resolution: 1920×1080
- Bitrate: 8,192 – 16,384 Kbps
- Frame Rate: 30fps
- Key Frame Interval: 1
- Bitrate Control: CBR
- Auto-tracking on 1 camera
- Up to 4 NDI® outputs
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Hive-Linked Cameras
These PTZOptics cameras are Hive-Linked; they can be connected instantly to Hive, anytime they are plugged into a network (no application or additional hardware required).
Below is a list of camera models compatible with PTZOptics Hive.
- PTZ-NDI-X12
- PTZ-NDI-X18
- PTZ-X12-IP
- PTZ-X20-IP
- PTZ4K-NDI-X30
- PTZ-NDI-X20
- DL10
- DL30
- PTC115
- PTC115+
- PTC310
- PTC310H
- PTC310HN
- PTC310HWV2
- PTC310N
- PTC310U
- PTC310UN
- PTC310UNV2
- PTC310UV2
- PTC320UV2
- PTC330
- PTC330N
- PTC330U
- PTC330UV2
- PTC500+
- PTC500S
- PTZ310
- PTZ310N
- PTZ330
- PTZ330N
- P4K
- A200
- A300
- P100
- P110
- P120
- P200
- P240
- P400
- X120
- BC-9
- 7 Series
- B2-210
- B2-220
- B6-220
- B6-420
- B7-220
- B9-418
- BC-7
- D2-210H
- D2-220H
- D220
- D412
- EX 1030
- EX Ultra 230H
- EX Ultra 248F
- EX Ultra 420F
- FEX30SHD-B-RSNP2
- R9
- SD530SHD-B-RSN2PW
- VCC-2
- CR-N100
- CR-N700
- CR-N300
- CR-N500
- CR-X300
- BC-200
- BC-80
- PTC-140
- PTC-140NDI
- PTC-140T
- PTC-150
- PTC-150T
- PTC-150TL
- PTC-280
- PTC-280NDI
- PTC-285
- PTC-285NDI
- PTC-285T
- PTC-300
- PTC-300NDI
- PTC-305
- PTC-305NDI
- PTC-305T
- PTR-10
- KY-PZ200N
- KY-PZ400N
- KY-PZ510N
- VC-A61P
- VC-A61PN
- VC-A71P
- VC-A71P-HN
- VC-A71PN
- VC-A71SN
- VC-A50P
- VC-A51P
- VC-A53P
- VC-B30U
- VC-BC301P
- VC-BC601P
- VC-BC701P
- VC-R30
- VC-TR1
- VC-TR40
- VC-TR40N
- VC-TR50
- VC-TR60
- VC-A61P (no freeD)
- CV605
- CV620
- CV630
- CV670
- UV510A
- UV950A
- PTZ UHD
- PTZ1 NDI|HX
- PTZ3 UHD
- PTZ2 NDI|HX
- PTZ3 NDI|HX
- AW-UE100
- AW-HE20
- AW-HE38H
- AW-HE40h
- AW-HE40S
- AW-HE42
- AW-HE68
- AW-HE75
- AW-HN38H
- AW-HN40H
- AW-HR140
- AW-UE150
- AW-UE160
- AW-UE20
- AW-UE40
- AW-UE50
- AW-UE70
- AW-UE80
- AW-UN70
- Move 4K
- Move SE
- Link 4K
- Studio Pro
- G2 PTZ Cameras (USB, SDI, NDI®)
- ZCams and NDI® ZCams
- EPTZ and NDI® EPTZ Cameras
- N-Bot
- SRG-120
- SRG-X120
- SRG-X40UH
- Drive+ 4KN
- Drive+ N 12X
- Drive+ N 20X
- Vision+ 4KN 12X
- Vision+ 4KN 30X
- Vision+ FN 10X
- Vision+ FN 20X
- Vision+ N3 20X
- Vision+ N3 30X
- PTZ UHD
- PTZ1 NDI|HX
- PTZ3 UHD
- PTZ2 NDI|HX
- PTZ3 NDI|HX
- LC4K-35W
- UHV-450H-NDI-A
You can invite users to your Hive with the following roles.
- Owner: Full control over the studio, including managing collaborators, billing, studio settings, sources, and live production. The highest authority in the studio, typically the creator or agent linker, with comprehensive control over all aspects.
- Admin: Similar to the owner, with capabilities to manage collaborators, billing, edit studio settings, and control live production. Responsible for operational management, including editing sources and handling billing.
- Producer: Limited to controlling and switching between live video and audio sources during production. Focuses on content creation and management, limited to controlling live elements.
- Viewer: Only video and audio sources can be viewed without control or edit capabilities—observational role, allowed to watch feeds without altering production.