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- Page 1 12G-SDI / High Bandwidth NDI® Pan-Tilt-Zoom Broadcast Camera PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 Operation Guide Version 1.0 Please thoroughly read through this manual before operating the unit. Please retain this manual for future reference. Copyright © 2024 AIDA Imaging Corporation...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Overview Safety Guides..... . . 3 Box Contents ..... . . 4 Features / Product Highlights. -
Page 3: Safety Guides
Overview ⚠Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the housing. You may use neutral cleaning agents for the camera housing. Please use microfiber lens cleaner to wipe the Safety Guides camera lens. ⚠The camera power voltage is 12V DC, ⚠Do not physically carry or move the PT rated at 5A. -
Page 4: Box Contents
Mini-XLR to XLR adapter ....1 You can purchase these at any AIDA Safety Carabiner..... .1 authorized reseller / distributor. -
Page 5: Features / Product Highlights
Features & Product Highlights The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 is a PTZ Functions pan/tilt/zoom CMOS video camera The camera is capable of saving camera intended for broadcast and proAV use. settings, focus settings, and positional •... - Page 6 Genlock Capable A.I. Based Auto-tracking The PTZ has a tri-level genlock reference- This camera features our A.I. based in connector to enable video sync autotracking, utilizing the head of the between multiple cameras. The PTZ talent to easily and effortlessly track the works well with our TGEN-6P, allowing target as long as its in frame.
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Page 7: Camera Specs
Camera Specs General Specs DC12V, PoE++ Input Voltage (IEEE802.BT standard) Camera: 32°F~108°F Operating 0°C~42°C 1/1.8-inch 9MP Sony Temperature Sensor (+/- 10%) CMOS Sensor Operating Humidity <80% S/N Ratio ≥50dB 8.3”/10.44”/10.32” 0.5Lux (50 IRE Max Camera Dimensions Min. Lux 21cm/26.5cm/26.2cm AGC,1/30, F1.8) Camera Net Weight 10.12lb (4.59kg) Zoom Module:... -
Page 8: Video Formats
Video Formats (res/fps) 3840x2160p (UHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1920x1080p (FHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 12G-SDI 1920x1080i (FHD-i): 60/59.94/50 1280x720p (HD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 3840x2160p (UHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1920x1080p (FHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 SFP+ 1920x1080i (FHD-i): 60/59.94/50 1280x720p (HD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 1920x1080p (FHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 ROI [3G-SDI] 1920x1080i (FHD-i): 60/59.94/50 1280x720p (HD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 3840x2160p (UHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1920x1080p (FHD): 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 HDMI... -
Page 9: Installing The Camera
CM or WM PTZ wall mount Installing the Camera accessory Please visit out download page for Installing the camera on a flat installation instructions per model. surface You can easily place the PTZ on a flat surface such as a table or desk with less than 10°... -
Page 10: Quick Start
UI or use the IR remote to change the resolution to match your ingest. Digital Port Output (NDI®, RTSP, Quick Start RTMP, SRT) To get the PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 running, Physical Port Output (HDMI, SDI, please provide power using the USB, SFP+) recommended power supply or PoE++... -
Page 11: Camera Physical Overview
Username: admin Password: admin Once on the web UI, all the IP streaming tools are at your disposal. Natively, NDI® HX2 should already be running (can hint you the IP address if you have Studio Monitor installed) To modify any of these settings, click the settings tab on the right and find all the stream settings adjustable in the menu bar. -
Page 12: Camera Parts
UI menu. ensure the IR remote works perfectly fine. 2. 30X Lens Module The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30’s zoom module. Please make sure to use a neutral lens cleaner to clean the glass if any obstructions or dirt get on it. -
Page 13: Locking Mechanism
Back 5. Locking Mechanism 8. XLR Mini Input Kensington Locking slot for securing XLR mini input capable of providing purposes. phantom power to mics. Adapter from mini XLR to XLR is included. Adjustable settings just like 3.5mm jack in web UI. 6. -
Page 14: Power Switch
Cont. 12. Back IR Sensor 16. SFP+ Cage Located on the top of the backplate is the Insert a SFP+ module to enable fiber back IR sensor for IR remote control. connections. Connected to 12G-SDI Make sure its free from obstruction. settings. -
Page 15: Hdmi Output
Cont. 20. HDMI Output 23. DC12V Input HDMI connector to get HDMI video out of Input port for the factory DC12V power the PTZ. supply that comes with the PTZ. 21. USB-C Output 24. PWR Indicator Used to get up to 4K30 video out the Power indicator light letting the user USB port for webcam purposes. -
Page 16: Camera Information
Bottom 26. ¼” 20 Mount 1 29. Dial / Dipswitch Area The recommended tripod mount if you Used for debugging and upgrading. using a singular tripod mount. Recommended not to touch unless instructed in a firmware. 27. ¼” 20 Mount 2 Optional tripod mount for additional stability. -
Page 17: Ir Supplied Remote & Location
IR Supplied Remote and IR Location 1. Power / Standby These buttons power ON and STANDBY the camera. Standby turns off the video output on the camera, but power may still be drawn. 2. SET IR Address Hold down for 3 seconds while point at the camera to set the corresponding Address ID. - Page 18 6. Focus Near/Far 12. A.I. Autotracking Options Press NEAR or FAR to automatically focus Tracking ON effectively turns on the AI the cameras image. Doing so autotracking. Any commands with the automatically places the camera in pan tilt movement on controller will be MANUAL focus mode, and will remain so ignored.
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Page 19: Function Buttons
1080 60fps is widely accepted on most modern day monitors and TV’s. 16. Function Buttons These buttons are reserved for AIDA / Authorized dealer’s to run tests on the PTZ. These have no other functions. IR Locations ⬨... -
Page 20: Connecting And Operating
Connecting and Operating party adapter. Doing so may cause internal damage to the camera. If you are missing the adapter, please visit aidaimaging.shop to purchase a Powering the Camera replacement. Connecting to the supplied DC12V Connecting the camera via PoE++ power supply (Power over Ethernet Plus Plus / IEEE802.3bt standard) -
Page 21: Connecting To A Ingest
Ensure power is powering the PTZ by checking the front LED of the camera – if it is going through its regular boot up sufficient PoE++ power is being supplied. ⚠If the camera keeps infinitely booting (rotating colors, PTZ turning, then repeating actions without end) then insufficient power is being supplied to the PTZ. - Page 22 Connecting to a Computer or Connecting to a Ingest via SDI Laptop via HDMI Easily connect to any broadcast equipment that accepts SDI directly. Laptops and Computers don’t directly ingest video. You will need an HDMI to USB adapter. (sold separately) Connect the BNC SDI cable to the 12G- SDI output slot.
- Page 23 Connecting to a Ingest via SFP+ Connecting the 3G-SDI Output The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 has a SFP+ cage A Full-HD output (R.O.I) can be outputted for a SFP+ module to be inserted. From using the 3G-SDI output on the camera. there you can get video out of the SFP This output has its own controllable module that matches the 12G-SDI output.
- Page 24 Connecting to a Ingest via USB Connecting to a Ingest via RJ45 Type-C (Ethernet) The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 has a plug-and- The final video output of the camera are play USB Type C output on the back of the Ethernet streams, such as IP, SRT, the camera that can utilize webcam-like NDI®, and Dante Ready Video (license...
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Page 25: Connecting To A Controller
PTZ. The camera supports Once you are connected, ensure that both VISCA Serial, and VISCA over IP the PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 is on the same (UDP). network as the device. The camera is default DHCP on, so if no DHCP is... - Page 26 Connecting to a RS232 device There you will find the Protocol, Address, and Baudrate. The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 can be Camera RS232 Port Information controlled using the RS232 IN and OUT portion of the camera. For RS232 control, ensure that the PTZ’s are daisy chained via the following RS232 IN / Out Guide configuration above.
- Page 27 A(+) IR OUT B(-) Connecting to a RS422 Device The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 can be conveniently connected to a RS422 device using the RJ45 connection type on the back. This is useful for devices that already utilize the RJ45 port for RS422...
- Page 28 Connecting to a RS485 Device The camera can also be controlled via the pelco-P or pelco-D protocol, up to 255 cameras in total. Although this connection is quite limited in features, it still a useful way to connect to multiple cameras.
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Page 29: Osd Menu Operation
- TALLY BRIGHTNESS: Determine the brightness of the mohawk tally light. OSD Menu Operation - PHANTOM POWER: Determine if phantom power should be supplied. The OSD menu operation can only be - SYSTEM MODE: Select between High viewed on the HDMI, SDI, and SFP video Bandwidth NDI®... - Page 30 - WIDE DYNAMIC MODE: Enables WDR, zoom. (the more you crop, the less pixel which helps with brightening darker density / resolution you get) areas compared to lighter areas. - FOCUS MODE: Allows you the PTZ to - WIDE DYNAMIC LEVEL: Determines focus automatically or not.
- Page 31 - SATURATION: Change the saturation of makes a smoother transition then a the image with this setting jerky video movement. - GAMMA: Allow for the overall - PRESET PT SPEED: Changes how fast brightness of the image in respect to the camera will switch in-between the darker areas of the image.
- Page 32 SDI1 FRAME RATE: Change the G/L PIXEL INC: Pixel INC allows you to framerate of the SDI/SFP+ resolution change the amount of steps in multiple here. of said increments. FEATURE SIZE: Depending on the G/L LINE: Line allows you to change the system mode, the feature sizing is the line step (y coordinate) of the camera’s alternative 3G-SDI output on the...
- Page 33 DNS: Change the camera’s DNS IP PT LIMIT ENABLE: Turn ON or OFF the address here. left and right movement limits set in the web UI of the camera. TRACKING BLACKBOARD AREA DET: In zone mode, the PTZ will remain in frame as the talent moves around it.
- Page 34 - ALL RESET: Considered a factory default. All settings will be defaulted to factory state. - MODEL/ARM/ISP/FPGA/RELEASE: Important info on the camera. Will be useful if you need help with support.
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Page 35: Webui Menu Operation
To connect to the web UI, use a web Web Menu Operations browser such as Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or Safari. Once open, type in the IP address of the camera. You should be The WebUI is a important tool to help brought to the login page. - Page 36 Main Preview Screen best ways to adjust the cameras settings on the fly due to its ease. Focus Focus Mode: Changes the camera’s focus mode here. Sensitivity: Change how sensitive the camera should try to focus if movement The main preview screen after login is detected via the PTZ.
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Page 37: White Balance
- Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the - D-WDR: Enables WDR, which helps with overall image. brightening darker areas compared to lighter areas on screen. White Balance - D-WDR Number: Determines level of WDR. (higher is stronger) - GAMMA: Allow for the overall brightness of the image in respect to the darker areas of the image. -
Page 38: Video Settings
- TALLY BRIGHTNESS: Determine the Bitrate: Adjust the bitrate to increase or brightness of the mohawk tally light. decrease the quality of audio. Video Settings - Volume: Increase the gain of the audio. Increasing too high may cause a lot of unwarranted noise, so try to keep to a VI Framerate: An important setting minimum. -
Page 39: Auto Tracking
ROI X/Y Coordinate: In custom mode, you can change the X / Y position of the cropped image. - Enable Pan/Tilt Limit Settings: Enable or Auto Tracking disable the pan tilt limit settings. - Set Top Left: Set the upper left limit you want the camera to go. - Page 40 Settings By clicking the settings tab on the right of the screen, you will be presented with a list of options. At the top is a greetings message with your camera model and picture of the camera. Through the menu you will have a list of the stream settings, FW upgrades, and account settings of the camera.
- Page 41 Video Encode Settings universal encode profile that will 99% work well with other softwares / hardware. High Profile is a higher quality profile, however it isn’t as universal as MP. - RTSP address: You can copy and paste the RTSP address of the camera from here.
- Page 42 Alternatively, you can click save profile to save the settings in a config.txt file that your stream to not appear on your device! you can then upload to other AIDA Just change it back to Public if you are cameras with the same config settings, unsure.
- Page 43 streaming anymore, make sure you turn off the stream. ⬨ NOTE: If you are unable to connect directly to certain streaming sites, ensure that DHCP or the proper port forwarding is enabled for the camera to reach the internet. If the camera is unable to RTMP also has a main and sub field.
- Page 44 - Port: Enter the desired port you want to - IP/Domain: enter the domain or IP of send or receive SRT from. the device you want to send the stream - Latency: Adjust the desired latency of the stream. Setting it too low may - Port: Enter the desired port you want to decrease stream quality.
- Page 45 Once enabled, you will see the NDI® High - Group: Type in the desired group name Bandwidth Settings below: here. - Discovery: Enable and enter the discovery server if you are planning on using NDI network discovery. You will need to hit confirm to save your settings.
- Page 46 - SSDP: Enable or disable simple service discovery protocol here. FreeD Settings The PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 is capable of supporting programs or softwares that use FreeD protocol. By enabling this option, you can easily change the Camera - DHCP: Enable or disable the cameras ID, status and frequency of the cameras DHCP protocol.
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Page 47: Firmware Upgrades
Firmware Upgrades offline. If the status is detected, you will be given a couple options. This tab allows you to check the control / system / app version of the PTZ. Note that the most important things to look for are the numbers, not dates! Some FW will release later than others, but have a earlier completion date. - Page 48 SD Recording On the PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30, you have the ability to directly record .mp4 video to a microSD card (sold separately) through When accessing your saved videos on the the TF port on the back of the camera.
- Page 49 Now that the microSD card is formatted Select the stream to record: Choose and confirmed, you have two options to between recording the main or sub choose from in the top menu – Enable stream of the camera. Recording, or Quick Record. Video File Record Length: Choose the exact length of video clips you want to record.
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Page 50: Factory Settings
Record once: When record once is chosen, only one file will be created based off the Video File Record Length. Continuous Recording should be ignored in this case. Always Recording: When the camera is in this mode, it will continuously record until “enable recording”... -
Page 51: Protocols And Appendix
Protocols and Appendix Camera Physical Overview HTTP Protocol VISCA Protocol If you want to create your own scripts or program to connect to our PTZ, please For the full extensive VISCA protocol list, email our support team for the HTTP please download the file found here, or access document. -
Page 52: Troubleshooting
I can’t connect my PTZ to my PTZ controller? Troubleshooting Out of the box, the PTZ4K12G-FNDI-X30 My PTZ is in an endless cycle of supports VISCA over IP, RS232, and rebooting? RS422 right away. IF you are running into If the PTZ is being powered over PoE or... - Page 53 My PTZ won’t pan or tilt past a If issues still persist, please give the PTZ certain point (not exceeding the some time to restart. Although it may log limits of the camera)? in earlier sometimes, waiting the full minute before being on the web UI can If your PTZ is being limited past a certain help with the reliability in command degree, there may have been a limit set...
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Page 54: Warranty And Support
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