Designed for single-operator use, the Switch N8 8-Channel NDI HX2|HX3 Switcher and PTZ Controller from PTZCam provides full video production control, including PTZ moves, dual IP streaming, color correction, graphics overlays, audio input/output, and both recording and playback options for NDI HX2|HX3 PTZ cameras. This switcher/controller incorporates a 10.1" touchscreen interface, a PTZ joystick, a zoom rocker, and push-button controls.

1 x HDMI & 8-Channel x NDI HX2|HX3 Input    10.1" Touchscreen Interface/Monitor    Supports up to 1080p60 Video In/Out    For NDI|HX2 or NDI|HX3 Cameras Only    Dual RTSP/RTMP Streaming Outputs    PTZ Joystick & Push-Button Controls    Audio Input/Output, 8-Ch Audio Mixer    2RCA In/Out & Stereo 1/4" TRS Audio In

• Control and switch between up to eight NDI|HX2 or NDI|HX3 PTZ cameras or other devices.
• Supports PTZ moves, focus, exposure, white balance, and preset position control.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it possible to have the tally function directly through the ndi connection when using Sony or Panasoni PTZ camera ?

A: The PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI|HX2|HX3 Switcher and PTZ Controller can output tally signals via NDI, but the cameras must support NDI HX2 or NDI HX3 to be compatible.

Q: 2. Does this have chroma capabilities?

A: The PTZCam Switch N8 does not have a built in chromakey. However you can overlay logo graphics.

Q: 3. Does it provide PoE to the camera?

A: No, this does not have PoE to the camera.

Q: 4. Can you also share some details of graphs overlays?

A: The N8 allows you to preset 4 brand logos from a USB drive, you can then drag the logo for re-positioning, or use the logo overlay to make lower thirds. The switcher supports PNG images for logos/lower thirds.

Q: 5. Do these cameras have tally lights? If so, how do they connect?

A: No, the cameras in the BZBGear 3 x 30x PTZ Camera Broadcast Kit with 6-Channel Mixer, 8-Port Switch & Controller (White) do not have tally lights. You could get the Cerevo FlexTally Wireless Tally Lamp System to add Tally lights to each camera. See: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1475719-REG/cerevo_cdp_ft01b_flextally_wireless_tally_system.html

Q: 6. with only 1 rs232 connector, how can multiple cams be Daisey-chained?

A: The PTZCam USB/HDMI Pro HD PTZ Camera with 10x Optical Zoom has a RJ45 connection that will allow (RS-232, VISCA) Input. PTZ's are moving away from daisy chaining to IP networks with offer far greater flexibility.

Q: 7. Is it compatible with Datavideo ptc-140 ndi/hx?

A: Because the Datavideo PTC-140NDI SDI/HDMI/NDI PTZ Camera with 20x Optical Zoom does not have NDI|HX2 or NDI|HX3, the PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI|HX2|HX3 Switcher and PTZ Controller is not compatible.

Q: 8. Is it compatible with Canon CR-N500?

A: If the Camera you select has NDI NDI|HX2|HX3 the PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI|HX2|HX3 Switcher and PTZ Controller should support control of the camera. However, this has not been tested by PTZcam at this time. The Canon CR-N500 does have NDI support though.

Q: 9. If I use MEVO on NDI mode, Can this receive the vide input from memo camera?

A: Yes, the PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI Switcher will be able to receive NDI video signals from your network.

Q: 10. will this work with ptz optics cameras?

A: Yes, the PTZCam View NDI PTZ Controller with NDI|HX Preview and Joystick Control is compatible to control PTZOptics cameras.