Control your PTZ cameras, switch between different sources, and live stream your program with this 8-Channel Touch Broadcast Switcher and PTZ Controller with NDI HX from Jimcom. This portable switcher/controller unit has an HDMI input and an HDMI output and handles as many as eight video inputs at up to 1080p60 resolution when using the RJ45 port for IP and NDI connectivity, which also provides PTZ camera control. An integrated joystick gives PTZ camera users control over zoom, auto and manual focus, white balance, iris, shutter, gain, and more.

The panel has an integrated 4-channel audio mixer and a full HD, 10.1" display for previewing all the incoming sources and for switching as needed for different types of programming. Custom overlay content and text and logos are supported with a T-bar, facilitating manual control of transition special effects. A headphone output on the surface of the panel allows users to monitor audio. There is a port on the rear of the unit for tally connectivity. Live streaming uses H.264 and H.265 video encoding with bitrates between 512 and 16384 kb/s, and the network streaming protocols employed are RTSP, RTMP, and NDI|HX.

High-Definition Touchscreen Display    Up to 1080p60 Resolution    RTMP/RTSP/NDI|HX Streaming Support    PTZ Camera Control    Integrated 4-Channel Mixer    Transition Special Effects Supported

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. how does one control which camera the PTZ presets affect?

A: The preset will affect the camera that is selected on screen.

Q: 2. it's possible to have the tally function through the ndi cable when using panasonic or sony ptz ?

A: Yes, it is possible to use the PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI|HX2|HX3 Switcher to control Tally and the camera though NDI. However, this depends on the camera model. The camera must have NDI HX3, or NDI HX3 support. Many older cameras only support NDI HX ( NDI HX1)

Q: 3. Do this work with ClearOne Unite 200 camera ?

A: Yes, this controller is compatible with the ClearOne Unite 200 PTZ Camera.

Q: 4. Is this compatible with Sony SRG-X120 1080p PTZ Camera with HDMI, IP & 3G-SDI Output?

A: Yes it would be.

Q: 5. 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.

Q: 6. Can a button be programmed to both change the input source (i.e. camera) and issue a preset with one press?

A: The PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI Switcher and PTZ Controller (B&H# PTZCSWITCHN8) can have a button programmed by using a preset to both switch to a certain source and switch to a certain color temperature for that source.

Q: 7. Is it compatible with Canon CR-N300 ?

A: Yes, PTZcam has tested other NDI HX2 cameras like the Canon CR-N300 with the PTZCam Switch N8 8-Channel NDI Switcher and PTZ Controller, and they work perfectly with the switcher.

Q: 8. Does this have chroma capabilities?

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

Q: 9. Will this work correctly to control the AViPAS cameras over IP? Model AViPAS AV-3104IP

A: The short answer: Yes it can but we only recommend using this controller with PTZ Optics Cameras. While it is possible to use this controller with other NDI and IP cameras we cant guarantee full functionality (such as adjusting white balance color shading etc). Most of our customers that try to cross brands on IP based solutions (even in an instance like this where they both support VISCA over IP protocols) have experienced problems. For experienced IP professionals there are ways around the limitations to make this work with most IP based PTZ cameras. For people who are just starting out (or want a set up with low maintenance) we recommend matching PTZ cameras with controllers designed by the same manufacturer.

Q: 10. Can this control the Canon CR-N300?

A: Both products are listed as having VISCA compatibility, however, the Canon camera is listed explicitly as having compatibility with the Canon branded RC-IP100.