NewTek TriCaster 8000 - Manual (Page 182)

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8.2.9 PTZ
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PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom), or ‘robotic’ cameras can play important roles in certain types of
productions. These systems range widely in price, from a few hundred dollars to
those the ‘six figure’ range, with an equally diverse range of quality and features.
Generally, remote control of PTZ cameras involves sending instructions to the
camera across either serial (RS232. RS422, orRS485) or network connections.
TriCaster support for both types (see note below). Connection settings shown in
the PTZ tab (Input Configuration pane) update depending on which Camera type you
select.
Choose your camera protocol (or one similar to it) using the drop-down menu, and
then enter (or select) appropriate settings for the unit.
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Note: TriCaster does not have an external serial port. For PTZ cameras requiring a serial
connection, you will need to use a third party USB-to-Serial Port adapter.