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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
Remote control of up to four Pan, Tilt and Zoom cameras
Pan, Tilt and Zoom with speed control by joystick
Control of Pan, Tilt and Zoom as well as Iris, Focus, Gain, and other functions over Ethernet
Multiple presets for PTZ settings for each individual camera
Full remote control of each camera via serial communication over affordable network
cabling
Compatible with Datavideo's switcher tally indicators
Compact design for easy installation
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.
BC-80
BC-200
BC-200T
PTC-140
PTC-140NDI
PTC-140T
PTC-140TH
PTC-150
PTC-150T
PTC-200
PTC-200T
PTC-280
1.3 Compatible Camera Control Protocol
Depending on your chosen PTZ camera(s), the following control protocols are available.
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.