An IP-based PTZ camera, the PTZ3 will deliver HD quality video over the network, while providing interoperability with thousands of NDI-compatible applications.
IP-based video technology provider and part of the Vizrt Group NewTek has launched the NewTek PTZ3 camera with NDI|HX PTZ3 support.
Offering advanced flexibility and simplicity, the PTZ3 claims to be the first camera on the market to use NDI|HX 3, the latest development from NDI. Users can select NDI|HX 3 as an option for better video with reduced latency – using a fraction of the bandwidth.
The PTZ3 is an IP-based pan-tilt-zoom camera that delivers high-definition video to the network and interoperability with any of the thousands of applications that support NDI. With single cable connectivity, the PTZ3 allows everyone, including video professionals, technology managers, and A/V systems integrators to expand, grow, and evolve productions using their network, while simultaneously streamlining integration and installation by incorporating power over Ethernet.
William Waters, Head of Product Management, NewTek, said: “The PTZ3 overcomes some common challenges that have impacted PTZ usability in the past through an innovative approach to preset recalls, low latency and high quality with NDI ®|HX 3, and single cable connection.”
The NewTek PTZ3 enhances audio connectivity by featuring a professional mini-XLR mic input connection in addition to a line-level mini-jack. Further, once on the NDI network, the PTZ3 audio can be routed, mixed, enhanced, and distributed to thousands of devices and software providing creative flexibility.
The camera can be added into any workflow with a single ethernet cable for HD video transfer to 1080/60p, audio, PTZ presets and control, tally and PoE. Users can remotely control the camera from any device via NDI. When combined with the NDI Studio Monitor, users can operate the camera through commonly available control devices, reducing the cost of entry into camera control systems.
Waters added: “As part of the Vizrt Group family, NewTek works closely with NDI to harness its power of connection and fuse it into the DNA of our products and solutions. We are proud to pioneer a future-proofed PTZ camera that offers unparalleled flexibility that meets the fast-evolving needs of the market.”
The PTZ3 is priced at $2,795.An IP-based PTZ camera, the PTZ3 will deliver HD quality video over the network, while providing interoperability with thousands of NDI-compatible applications.
