Desktop Control App
This is a completely free control software you can use to control any PTZOptics camera over the network.
- Compact, Advanced and Preview Modes
- Control up to 8 PTZOptics cameras over LAN or USB
- Live Video Preview Mode with automatic camera switching
- Set up to 9 camera presets with image snapshot storage
- Advanced image controls for Contrast, Luminance, Hue and Exposure
- On-Screen Display Controls
- Xbox controller compatibility
Overview
This is a completely free control software you can use to control any PTZOptics camera over the network. We only ask that you keep it open source and submit any improvements made to the community.
Update
PTZOptics now offers complete standalone Mac and PC camera control programs. Plus a new OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) Plugin. You may want to download these here and here.
Key Features
- Compact, Advanced and Preview Modes (with full screen live video preview)
- Control up to 8 PTZOptics cameras over an IP connection (LAN) or USB
- Live Video Preview Mode with automatic camera switching
- Set up to 9 camera presets with image snapshot storage
- Advanced image controls for Contrast, Luminance, Hue and Exposure
- On-Screen Display Controls
- Xbox controller compatibility
Download
The original download page uses a gated form embed rather than a direct file link.
Note: You must have the most up-to-date firmware to use these apps. You can download the latest firmware here.
Software Overview
Supported Operating Systems
- Windows 10 64bit
- Mac OS Catalina and later
Recommended Specifications
- CPU: Core i5 and above
- Memory: 4GB and above
Supported Cameras
- PT12X-SDI-xx-G2
- PT20X-SDI-xx-G2
- PT30X-SDI-xx-G2
- PT12X-USB-xx-G2
- PT20X-USB-xx-G2
- NDI models also supported
Supported Devices
- Most USB connected Xbox joysticks
- Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller
- Power A, Model 1414135-02
- AmazonBasics Xbox USB joystick, Model 1500890-01
Supported Display Resolutions
- 1280x720p
- 1920x1080p
Product Details
The PTZOptics camera control application is a free software-based camera control for PTZOptics cameras. The software can control pan, tilt, zoom cameras connected via IP and USB to provide maximum flexibility for video productions. The application is continuously being updated to include advanced features such as panoramic preset image mapping, Xbox joystick control, and keyboard shortcuts.
Changelog
Version 1.4.1
- General bug fixes
- Fine-tuned software for better camera compatibility
Version 1.3
- Support for new USB cameras, including HuddleCamHD ePTZ cameras
- New Xbox controller explanation area
- General bug fixes