How to Control Your PTZ Camera with the RCT Pan Bar System

If you are looking for a way to control your PTZ camera with more precision you might want to check out the RCT Pan Bar System. This is a remote camera technology that lets you control your PTZ camera with a fluid and intuitive motion, just like using a fluid head tripod.

What is the RCT Pan Bar System?

The RCT Pan Bar System is a remote camera technology that consists of two main components: the FR-1 Fluid Remote and the MotionAmp. The FR-1 Fluid Remote is a pan bar system that attaches to any fluid head tripod and connects to your PTZ camera via IP or serial connection. The MotionAmp is a software feature that allows you to amplify or attenuate the angular relationship between the FR-1 and the PTZ camera.

The RCT Pan Bar System allows you to control your PTZ camera with a smooth and responsive motion, just like using a fluid head tripod. You can pan, tilt, zoom, and focus your PTZ camera with one hand, using the integrated focus and zoom demands on the arms of the FR-1. You can also monitor and adjust your PTZ camera settings with the intuitive touchscreen user interface on the FR-1.

The RCT Pan Bar System also allows you to customize your PTZ camera motion according to your preference and scenario. You can use the MotionAmp feature to adjust the sensitivity and speed of your PTZ camera movement. For example, if you set the pan to 2X, rotating the FR-1 90 degrees will cause the PTZ camera to rotate 180 degrees. You can also use the MotionAmp feature to create presets for different scenes or angles.

It can also be used for motion capture of pan/tilt/zoom/focus for accurate playback. The RCT Pan Bar System is ideal for REMI applications, as it allows you to control your PTZ camera remotely with minimal latency and high quality.

What are the key features of the RCT Pan Bar System?

It uses an optical encoder system that measures the angular displacement of the pan bar system in real time. It also uses an accelerometer system that measures the acceleration of the pan bar system in real time.
It uses an algorithm that calculates the angular relationship between the FR-1 and the PTZ camera based on the encoder and accelerometer data. It also uses an algorithm that applies a smoothing filter to eliminate any noise or jitter from the motion data.
It communicates with the PTZ camera via IP or serial connection using VISCA protocol. It also communicates with the MotionAmp software via a USB connection using the HID protocol.
It has a touchscreen user interface that displays and controls various PTZ camera settings such as exposure, ISO, white balance, aperture, zoom, focus, color correction, scene modes, etc. It also displays and controls various MotionAmp settings such as sensitivity, speed, presets, etc.
It has an SDI input and output that allows you to connect an external monitor or recorder. It also has an HDMI output that allows you to connect an external display or projector. It also has an XLR input that allows you to connect an external microphone or audio mixer.
It has a robust and durable construction that ensures optimal performance and stability. It also has dual power supply options: an external NP-F battery or a DC power adapter.