Datavideo RMC-180 Mark II PTZ Camera Controller - Manual (Page 7)

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1. Introduction
Please take a few minutes to read this manual thoroughly to get more value out of your equipment
as this will help you familiarise yourself with all aspects of the controller.
1.1 Features
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Remote control of up to four Pan, Tilt and Zoom cameras
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Pan, Tilt and Zoom with speed control by joystick
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Control of Pan, Tilt and Zoom as well as Iris, Focus, Gain, and other functions over Ethernet
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Multiple presets for pan/tilt settings for each individual camera
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Full remote control of each camera via serial communication over affordable network
cabling
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Compatible with Datavideo's switcher tally indicators
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Compact design for easy installation
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Easy integration with Datavideo HD switchers for an affordable multi-camera solution.
1.2 Compatible Camera Models
Camera models compatible with the RMC-180 MARK II are provided in the list below.
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BC-80
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BC-200
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BC-200T
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PTC-140
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PTC-140NDI
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PTC-140T
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PTC-140TH
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PTC-150
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PTC-150T
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PTC-200
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PTC-200T
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PTC-280
1.3 Compatible Camera Control Protocol
Depending on your chosen PTZ camera(s), the following control protocols are available.
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SONY VISCA
Please note that a firmware update may be required to switch your RMC-180 MARK II to the same
protocol as the camera you wish to control. All units are initially supplied with the VISCA protocol
as this works with the Datavideo’s Block/PTZ cameras.