Marshall Electronics VS-PTC-IP PTZ IP Camera Controller

The Marshall Electronics VS-PTC-IP PTZ IP Camera Controller is a cross-protocol remote control designed to operate seamlessly across multiple PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera protocols on a single network, giving operators detailed, precise control over a fleet of PTZ cameras from one desktop unit. It’s well suited to broadcast television, houses of worship, education, pro AV, live sports, live music, and other PTZ installations.

The controller offers cross-protocol mix-control, supporting serial RS232, RS422, and RS485 connections alongside IP, including VISCA, PELCO D/P, ONVIF, VISCA over IP, and CGI protocol support, letting operators control legacy serial cameras and networked cameras simultaneously from a single system. It can address up to 7 cameras via RS232, 14 cameras via RS422 (across two daisy chains), and 255 cameras via IP, all selectable through one controller. An automatic IP camera discovery function searches for and assigns addresses to available IP cameras on the network, and the controller is compatible with all Marshall PTZ cameras, Sony BRC/SRG-series PTZ cameras, and other PTZ cameras supporting RS-232/RS-422/RS-485/IP control.

Handling centers on a high-quality, 6-way joystick for effortless, one-handed pan, tilt, and zoom adjustment, complemented by a professional rocker/seesaw switch dedicated to zoom control. Individual fine-tune adjustment knobs provide direct control over iris, white balance, exposure, red/blue balance, shutter speed, focus, and pan/tilt/zoom speed, while an alphanumeric keypad and LCD screen handle camera setup and selection. The controller stores up to 6 selectable ASSIGN function keys for quick access to favorite cameras, along with up to 256 camera presets, each retaining memory of image parameters, plus 8 transition patterns/cruises for recalling complex camera moves. A tally indicator supports Normal Tally, On-Air Tally, and Contact modes, with multicolor key/button illumination for quick status reference.

Build quality includes a Kensington security slot, firmware upgradeable via USB, and independent dual power input via 12VDC or PoE (with PoE power distance up to 262 ft. using Cat 6 cable). The keyboard unit measures approximately 11 x 5.2 x 4.8 in. (278 x 132 x 120.7mm), with a separate junction box measuring approximately 2.7 x 1.8 x 1 in. (68 x 45 x 25mm), and the complete package weighs approximately 4.08 lb.

Key Features
– Cross-protocol PTZ camera controller (RS232/RS422/RS485 and IP)
– Protocol support: VISCA, PELCO D/P, ONVIF, VISCA over IP, CGI
– Controls up to 7 cameras via RS232, 14 via RS422, and 255 via IP
– Automatic IP camera discovery and address assignment
– Compatible with Marshall, Sony BRC/SRG, and other compliant PTZ cameras
– High-quality 6-way joystick for one-handed PTZ control
– Dedicated zoom rocker/seesaw switch
– Fine-tune knobs for iris, white balance, exposure, R/B, shutter speed, and focus
– Alphanumeric keypad and LCD screen
– 6 selectable ASSIGN function keys
– Up to 256 camera presets with image parameter memory
– 8 transition patterns/cruises
– Tally indicator (Normal/On-Air/Contact modes)
– Multicolor key/button illumination
– Kensington security slot
– USB firmware upgrades
– Dual power input: 12VDC or PoE (up to 262 ft. via Cat 6)
– Approximate weight: 4.08 lb.