Background
In professional AV and live production environments, users often require a centralized and intuitive control system to manage PTZ cameras efficiently.
Bitfocus Companion is widely used for its web-based interface and compatibility with multiple control protocols. To simplify PTZ camera operation within a local network, Zowietek integrates VISCA over IP control, enabling seamless control of ZowiePTZ cameras through Bitfocus Companion without additional hardware.
Products Used
1.Zowietek ZowiePTZ Camera (VISCA over IP control)
2.Bitfocus Companion (software-based control platform)
3.Local Area Network (LAN) environment
Solution Highlights
Web-Based Control within the Same LAN
Bitfocus Companion operates through a web interface. Once Companion is installed on one computer within the LAN, any other device on the same network can access the Companion web page to control the ZowiePTZ camera, offering flexible multi-device operation.
Simple VISCA Integration
By selecting PTZoptics VISCA within Companion and entering the camera’s IP address and TCP port (default: 5230), users can quickly establish a stable VISCA over IP connection with the ZowiePTZ camera.
Intuitive Button-Based Operation
Companion allows users to create custom control buttons. PTZ commands can be easily assigned by dragging functions onto virtual buttons, enabling fast access to camera movements and controls through a visual interface.
Step-by-Step Configuration Workflow
The setup process is straightforward:
1.Download and install Bitfocus Companion
2.Ensure the ZowiePTZ camera and control computer are on the same LAN
3.Configure Companion’s service IP and port
4.Launch the Companion GUI for web-based configuration
5.Add VISCA control and enter camera network parameters
6.Verify connection status
7.Configure and deploy control buttons
This workflow minimizes setup time while maintaining reliable camera control.
Outcome
By combining ZowiePTZ cameras with Bitfocus Companion, users achieve a cost-effective, software-based PTZ control solution that requires no dedicated hardware controllers.
The integration delivers:
1.Stable VISCA over IP control
2.Flexible, web-based operation across multiple devices
3.Faster camera control through customizable buttons
This solution is well suited for live production, education, conferencing, and broadcast applications where efficient PTZ camera management is essential.
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