Amsterdam (September 12, 2008) – Telemetrics Inc. is demonstrating its RCP Series of Remote Control Panels designed network-based camera control here at IBC2008. Using a standard network platform, Telemetrics RCP Series Remote Control Panels provide comprehensive control of camera operations by a single operator, making them ideal for broadcast, weather/traffic camera or satellite news remote applications from virtually any location.
“Our line of Remote Control Panels integrates functions in an intuitive manner for easy remote control of multiple cameras, CCUs and peripheral devices,” said Anthony Cuomo, Vice President and General Manager, Telemetrics, Inc. “The RCP Series innovative functionality is complemented by network-based architecture that works with off-the-shelf network infrastructure and cameras from for the industry’s leading manufacturers.”
The RCP Remote Control Panel features Microsoft Windows™ XP Embedded operating system with an intuitive 8” LCD touch-screen Graphical User Interface (GUI) to control pan, tilt, zoom and focus with an integral joystick for trim control of pan, tilt, zoom, focus, iris, master pedestal and an assignable CCU function. The unit accommodates up to 50 cameras with up to 225 memory position presets via flexible transmission devices. Telemetrics’ RCP also features a preset video switcher to provide previews, upgradeable firmware, and control of weather-proof camera functions including wiper, washer, extender and camera power.
The RCP Remote Control Panel is compatible with Hitachi Z series cameras, Panasonic AWE Series, AK-HC1500 cameras and Sony HDC-X300/310, DXC-990, Ikegami HDL-40 (U4 Protocol) cameras and JVC KY series cameras. The RCP also supports Dataprobe’s IP420 and BlackBox’s SW1081A remote power outlets, and Symetrix’s 460 remote audio device.
Telemetrics’ RCP Series also includes the RCP-TS Camera Control Panel (BU-45H/NU-701) which is designed specifically for use with Canon’s BU-45H HD remote-control pan-tilt camera and the standard-definition NU-701 remote-control pan-tilt cameras. It controls up to 16 cameras with up to 16 presets, as well as camera paint functions from a single location with the ability to easily add custom control functions. Using standard off-the-shelf network infrastructure, Telemetrics’ RCP-TS controls the Canon BU-45H camera via an Ethernet 10/100/1G connection. The unit’s presets can be increased up to 134 presets per camera with a keypad option.
For more information on Telemetrics’ camera control systems call 201-848-9818, fax 201-848-9819, or visit www.telemetricsinc.com.
About Telemetrics, Inc.
Telemetrics, Inc. offers a comprehensive line of camera control components and systems for broadcast, industrial, educational and military applications. The company’s highly specialized line includes: camera robotics systems with programmable computer controlled pan/tilt mechanisms, weatherproof camera robotic systems, motorized camera trolley systems, most with virtual set position sensors, advanced control software, and a wide variety of programmable controllers. Additional products include camera control systems through triax cable, RF and fiber links, teleconferencing and distance learning systems.
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