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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Warnings and Precautions
1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit in or near water.
5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall,
causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for
ventilation. To ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect
it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Do not place this
unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation openings on the
bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near
or over a heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the
type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power
company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit
where the power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed.
9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of
the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not
exceed the extension cord’s rating.
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10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a
single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation
slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto
or into this unit.
12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to
service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all
service issues to qualified service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating
conditions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions in this manual; improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage to the unit and may often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation;
e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for service.
Warranty
Standard Warranty
Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for
one year from the date of purchase.
The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be
supplied at the time of any request for repair under warranty.
The product warranty period begins on the purchase date. If the purchase
date is unknown, the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day
after shipment from a Datavideo office.
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All non-Datavideo manufactured products (product without Datavideo logo)
have only one year warranty from the date of purchase.
Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or
water is not covered under warranty.
Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered
under warranty.
Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software installations,
which are not required by our computer systems, are not covered under
warranty.
All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of the
owner.
All other claims of any nature are not covered.
All accessories including headphones, cables, and batteries are not covered
under warranty.
Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
Your statutory rights are not affected.
Three Year Warranty
All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017
are qualified for a free two years extension to the
standard warranty, providing the product is registered
with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.
Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels, DVD drives,
Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting, Camera
module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.
The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official website
or with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors within
30 days of purchase.
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Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this
product must not be disposed of with your other household
waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste
equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for
the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help
to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that
protects human health and the environment. For more information about where
you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local
city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
CE Marking is the symbol as shown on the left of this page. The
letters "CE" are the abbreviation of French phrase "Conformité
Européene" which literally means "European Conformity". The
term initially used was "EC Mark" and it was officially replaced
by "CE Marking" in the Directive 93/68/EEC in 1993. "CE Marking" is now used in
all EU official documents.
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1. Product Overview
The PTC-140NDI is a low-cost SDI/HDMI PTZ camera, which features 20x optical
zoom and 10x digital zoom. The PTC-140NDI is an IP camera as well for
supporting H.264 /H.265 video compression and dual stream output. It features
NDI® | HX, which is the first NDI camera launched by Datavideo.
Features
1/2.8 inch CMOS sensor. Resolution is up to 1920x1080 with frame rate up to
60fps.
Low Noise CMOS effectively ensures high SNR of camera video. Advanced
2D/3D noise reduction technology is also used to further reduce the noise,
while ensuring image sharpness.
Audio Input Interface
Supports AAC, MP3 and G.711A audio coding with sampling frequencies of
16000, 32000, 44100 and 48000.
Supports H.264/H.265 video compressions of resolution up to 1920x1080
with frame rate up to 60fps, AAC, MP3 and G.711A audio compressions and
2-channel 1920x1080p with 30fps video compression.
Supports multiple network protocols such as RTSP and RTMP allowing you to
easily link to any streaming media servers.
Supports Simultaneous Video Outputs by NDI® | HX, 3G SDI and HDMI
interfaces for up to 1080p60 resolution.
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2. Location and Function of Parts
Front of Camera
1
Lens
Built-in 1/2.8” 2.07M Pixel CMOS HD color camera with white balance
control, backlight compensation, automatic gain and etc.
2
Tally LED
Tally lamp will be turned ON upon receiving the ON signal.
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Sensor for Remote Control
Remote control IR receiver
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Rear of Camera
1
Power Input
DC in socket connects the supplied 12V PSU. The connection can be
secured by screwing the outer fastening ring of the DC In plug to the
socket.
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NDI® | HX & DVIP Interface
NDI® | HX interface allows users to connect the PTC-140NDI and a PC to
the RJ-45 Ethernet interfaces of the same router by using an RJ-45
Ethernet cable. Moreover, users can set the PC and the PTC-140NDI
camera in the same local area network for controlling some functions of
the PTC-140NDI camera by NewTek’s “NDI Studio Monitor” software.
The most important benefit that the NDI brings to users is that it allows
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the output screen of the PTC-140NDI camera to be auto-recognized by
the NDI compatible receiving devices (e.g. Notebook PC) which are set in
the same local area network.
The DVIP interface allows users to control the PTC-140NDI camera by
the proprietary DVIP protocol which is developed by Datavideo.
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HDMI OUT
The HDMI OUT allows you to connect an external HDMI monitor via an
HDMI cable.
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3G-SDI OUT
The 3G-SDI OUT allows you to connect an external monitor via an SDI
cable.
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Audio IN
The 3.5mm audio input receives external audio.
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RS-422/RS-485 Interface (RJ-45)
The RS-485 interface serves to connect external RS-422/RS-485 devices.
Use an Ethernet cable to connect external RS-422/RS-485 controllers.
See “Section 9 Remote Control Port Pinouts” for making the cable for
the RS-422/RS-485 interface.
Note: To switch between RS-422 and RS-485 communication protocols,
open OSD menu, then go to Setup RS-485/422 in which you will be
allowed to select the appropriate protocol.
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RS-232 Interface (RJ-45)
The RS-232 interface connects PTC-140NDI to a remote controller or PC
for control purpose. Use an Ethernet cable to connect external RS-232
controllers. See “Section 9 Remote Control Port Pinouts” for making the
cable for the RS-232 interface.
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Bottom of Camera
1
Tripod Screw Hole allows the user to mount the camera on the tripod.
2
Screw Hole
Screw holes for ceiling bracket mounting.
3
For Safety Rope
Ties safety rope for fixing the camera to the ceiling.
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3. Basic Setup
Connect the DC 12 V
power adapter
3.1 Power-On Initialization
As shown in the diagram below, after you plug in the power cord, the tally light in
the front will start flashing red and will be OFF as soon as the power-on
initialization is complete. The camera head should be at the HOME position with
the lens facing front. However, if preset 0 is set, it will return to the 0th preset
position.
3.2 Video Output
You are allowed to view the camera video via NDI® | HX/DVIP port, HDMI OUT
and 3G-SDI OUT.
NDI® | HX/DVIP Port
Follow the instructions below to view your video on the web user interface.
Connect the PTC-140NDI camera directly to your PC/Notebook PC
1. Connect the PTC-140NDI to the PC/Notebook using an Ethernet cable.
2. On your PC/Notebook, open the web browser and enter camera’s default IP
address into the address bar.
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Note: The default static IP address is 192.168.5.163
3. On the Login page enter the username and password which are admin/admin
respectively by default.
4. Click into the preview window on which the video will be displayed.
Connect the PTC-140NDI camera to your PC or Notebook PC through a
router
1. Please set the Ethernet IP address of your PC or Notebook PC as 192.168.5.x (x
means 0-255) and then the PC or Notebook PC will be within the same local area
network as the PTC-140 NDI camera.
2. Please use an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to connect from the NDI® | HX/DVIP port
which is located on the rear panel of the PTC-140NDI to the LAN of a router. And
then please use another RJ-45 Ethernet cable to connect from the RJ-45 Ethernet
interface of your PC or Notebook PC to the LAN port of the same router.
3. On your PC/Notebook, open the web browser and enter camera’s default IP
address into the address bar.
Note: PTC-140NDI’s default static IP address is 192.168.5.163
4. On the Login page enter the username and password which are admin/admin
respectively by default.
5. Click into the preview window on which the video will be displayed.
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HDMI Video Output
Connect the HDMI OUT to an external connected monitor using an HDMI cable.
3G-SDI Video Output
Connect the SDI OUT to an external connected monitor using an SDI cable.
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4. How to Use the NDI Studio Monitor
Software
4.1 NDI Introduction
NDI is an Ethernet-based open video and audio transmission standard. NDI allows
bilateral video and audio signal transmission for devices which are located within
the same Local Area Network. It provides low-latency and real-time features
which make it an ideal solution for the live production application.
4.2 How to Use the NDI Studio Software (Take
Windows 10 for Example)
Please follow following steps for using the NDI Studio Monitor software.
1. At first, please confirm that your PTC-140 NDI camera and your laptop are
connected to a router and they are set in the same Local Area Network.
2. Please connect to NetTek NDI official web page https://www.ndi.tv/, and then
please press “NDI Tools” . After that, please press “Download”
to download the latest version NDI Tools software.
3. After the installation is finished, please press “Studio Monitor” to open the NDI
Studio Monitor software.
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4. After the Studio Monitor Software is launched, its interface will be shown as
following diagram.
5. Please move your mouse cursor to the top-left side and then click the menu
button. After that, you can see the Studio Monitor menu. You can also right-click
on the Studio Monitor interface for showing the menu.
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6. From the menu, users can see that the PTC-140NDI camera which is connected
to the same local area network as the Studio Monitor is detected successfully.
Please click it and then users can see the screen which is shot by the PTC140NDI is shown as following diagram. For the device which is connected to
the same local area network, users can enter the IP address into the address
bar of the web browser for connecting to the Studio Monitor web control UI.
7. From the menu, please select Settings->PTZ Settings->Show PTZ Controls, and
then the PTZ control interface will be shown on the interface for users to control
functions including pan and tilt directions, Auto Focus, Zoom and preset-saving
and preset-recalling of the camera lens.
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Note: If you have any problems when installing or using the NDI Studio Monitor
software, please refer to NewTek NDI websitehttps://www.ndi.tv/ or please
contact NewTek NDI Technical Support Team.
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5. Remote Control and On-Screen Menu
This chapter provides an overview of remote control functions and OSD menu.
5.1 Remote Control Functions
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Function Keys
Descriptions
1
Standby Key
Standby Key
The standby button turns ON/OFF the camera.
To reboot the camera, press the standby button
for 3 seconds. After device initialization is
complete, the camera head will automatically
return to HOME position.
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Camera Select Keys
Camera Select Keys
To select a camera in a multi-camera environment
using camera select keys (CAM1 – CAM4), you
should first assign an ID number to the camera
intended for operation using F1 – F4 keys then
press CAMERA SELECT (CAM 1~ CAM4) keys to
navigate between the four cameras.
Note: See F1 – F4 keys for ID number assignment
instructions.
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Number Keypad
Number Keypad
Set, recall and clear presets using the number
keypad.
Set Preset
Please press the SET PRESET at first, and then
please press any of the number keys from 0 to 9
to save the PTZ settings. You will be allowed to
save up to up to 10 presets using the remote
control.
Call Preset
Press any of the number keys from 0 to 9 to recall
the preset settings.
Note: Make sure the preset that you want to
recall contains PTZ settings before pressing the
number key.
Clear Preset
First press the CLEAR/PRESET key then the
number key (0 – 9) to empty the preset.
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No
Function Keys
Descriptions
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Asterisk and Pound
Keys
The asterisk and pound keys form various
combinations with other keys to access certain
functions directly.
The shortcuts are listed as follows:
1. 【#】+【#】+【#】: Clear all presets
2. 【*】+【#】+【6】: Restore factory defaults
3. 【*】+【#】+【9】: Image flip along
horizontal axis
4. 【*】+【#】+ AUTO: Enable auto focus
mode
5. 【*】+【#】+【3】: Set OSD MENU
language to Chinese.
6. 【*】+【#】+【4】: Set OSD MENU
language to English.
7. 【*】+【#】+ MANUAL: Restore default user
name, password, and IP address.
8. 【#】+【#】+【0】: Set video format to
1080P60.
9. 【#】+【#】+【1】: Set video format to
1080P50
10. 【#】+【#】+【2】: Set video format to
1080I60
11. 【#】+【#】+【3】: Set video format to
1080I50
12. 【#】+【#】+【4】: Set video format to
720P60
13. 【#】+【#】+【5】: Set video format to
720P50
14. 【#】+【#】+【6】: Set video format to
1080P30
15. 【#】+【#】+【7】: Set video format to
1080P25
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AUTO Focus
AUTO Focus
Pressing this key will enable auto focus mode.
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No
Function Keys
Descriptions
6
Manual Mode
Manual Focus
Pressing this key enables manual mode allowing
you to adjust the camera’s focus and zoom by
pressing Focus+/- and Zoom+/- keys.
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Focus +/-
Focus
Press and hold Focus+ or Focus- to adjust the
focus accordingly and release as soon as the
desired focus is reached.
Note: Before adjusting the focus using Focus +/key, press the manual key to enable manual
mode.
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Zoom In (+) / Zoom
Out (-)
Zoom
Press and hold Zoom + or Zoom- to zoom in and
out respectively and release as soon as the
desired zoom is reached.
Note: Before adjusting the zoom using Zoom +/key, press the manual key to enable manual
mode.
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SET PRESET
SET PRESET
Press SET PRESET to set presets. See Number
Keypad description for instructions.
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CLEAR PRESET
CLEAR PRESET
Press CLEAR PRESET to clear presets. See Number
Keypad description for instructions.
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Function Keys
Descriptions
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Direction Arrows
Direction Arrow Keys
Press the arrow keys to move the camera head
up, down, left and right.
Home Key
Press Home to return the camera head to the
center.
Note: In the OSD menu, press Home to enter the
selected option item and MENU to exit.
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MENU
MENU
Open or close the camera’s OSD menu.
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BLC ON/OFF
BLC ON/OFF
Press BLC ON/OFF to turn ON/OFF the backlight
compensation.
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F1 – F4 Keys
F1 – F4 Keys
Assign an ID number to the camera intended for
operation using F1 – F4 keys by pressing the
combination keys as described below.