{"product_id":"ptzoptics-pt12x-usb-gy-g2-videoconferencing-ptz-ca","title":"PTZOptics PT12X-USB-GY-G2 Videoconferencing PTZ Camera - PT12XUSBGYG2","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePTZOptics PT12X-USB-GY-G2 Videoconferencing PTZ Camera - PT12XUSBGYG2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overviewDescription_3hnJNMkRMm3jrgH1W5YePo js-injected-html\" data-selenium=\"sellingPointsOverviewDescription\"\u003eThis is the \u003cb\u003e12x-USB Gen2\u003c\/b\u003e model of the \u003cb\u003ePTZOptics\u003c\/b\u003e line-up of advanced live streaming cameras, in gray, featuring a USB 3.0 output for connecting to a computer for HD web conferencing. The Gen2 model is capable of 1080p60\/50 recording (instead of a max of 30 fps), and streaming in H.265 and MJPEG in addition to H.264.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overviewDescription_3hnJNMkRMm3jrgH1W5YePo js-injected-html\" data-selenium=\"sellingPointsOverviewDescription\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.4 - 88.5mm Lens, 20x Zoom, f\/1.8 - 2.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2.7\" CMOS Sensor, 0.5 Lux Minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description_dROY_Wl-Y_I8SrM9_Ji7q\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-injected-html\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.0 output for HD live streaming and web conferencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1080p HD video at up to 60\/50 fps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLAN, HDMI, and composite outputs, RS-232 input\/output, RS-485 port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH.264 and H.265 HD\/SD dual-stream, or MJPEG single stream via LAN port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5mm audio input for embedding audio into the IP stream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB, LAN, and HDMI ports are simultaneously live\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 backward compatible at 960 x 540 resolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen source customizable via HTML commands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 - 42.3mm lens with 12x zoom range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2.7\" 2.1MP CMOS sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ef\/1.8 - f\/2.8 lens aperture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5 lux minimum illumination at f\/1.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide dynamic range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2D and 3D noise cancellation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl via LAN over a network, ONVIF over a network, RS-232 via VISCA commands, and UVC control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl multiple cameras from any NewTek TriCaster, directly from the TriCaster software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet up to 64 presets (or 255 via RS-232 \/ UVC), with a preset accuracy of 0.1°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse desktop-mounted or ceiling-mounted using an optional bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle 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ideal for small to medium-sized conference rooms and event spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"417\" data-start=\"290\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"326\" data-start=\"292\"\u003ePlug-and-Play USB Connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easily integrates with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, and other conferencing platforms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"543\" data-start=\"418\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"442\" data-start=\"420\"\u003eSmooth PTZ Control\u003c\/strong\u003e – Offers precise pan, tilt, and zoom functionality with support for remote and joystick operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"661\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"580\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eSuperior Low-Light Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ensures bright, well-balanced video even in challenging lighting conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"241\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"52\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eQ: What is the PTZOptics PT12X-USB-GY-G2 Camera?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"55\" data-start=\"52\"\u003eA: The PTZOptics PT12X-USB-GY-G2 is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"136\" data-start=\"93\"\u003eprofessional PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong data-end=\"205\" data-start=\"150\"\u003evideoconferencing, live streaming, and broadcasting\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"233\" data-start=\"213\"\u003e12x optical zoom\u003c\/strong\u003e lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"453\" data-start=\"243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"291\" data-start=\"243\"\u003eQ: What are the key features of this camera?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"294\" data-start=\"291\"\u003eA: It offers \u003cstrong data-end=\"378\" data-start=\"307\"\u003e1080p60 full HD resolution, USB 3.0, HDMI, and IP streaming outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with \u003cstrong data-end=\"450\" data-start=\"391\"\u003esmooth PTZ controls and excellent low-light performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"536\" data-start=\"455\"\u003eQ: Is this camera compatible with video conferencing and streaming platforms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"539\" data-start=\"536\"\u003eA: Yes, it integrates seamlessly with \u003cstrong data-end=\"640\" data-start=\"577\"\u003eZoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, OBS, vMix, Wirecast, and more\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"881\" data-start=\"645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"703\" data-start=\"645\"\u003eQ: What makes this camera ideal for videoconferencing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"706\" data-start=\"703\"\u003eA: Its \u003cstrong data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"713\"\u003eplug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity, high-quality video, and wide zoom range\u003c\/strong\u003e make it perfect for \u003cstrong data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"813\"\u003econference rooms, webinars, classrooms, and houses of worship\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"1117\" data-start=\"883\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"931\" data-start=\"883\"\u003eQ: Why choose the PTZOptics PT12X-USB-GY-G2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"934\" data-start=\"931\"\u003eA: This camera is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"987\" data-start=\"954\"\u003eversatile and reliable choice\u003c\/strong\u003e for those needing \u003cstrong data-end=\"1091\" data-start=\"1006\"\u003esmooth PTZ control, multiple output options, and professional-grade video quality\u003c\/strong\u003e in a variety of settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"79\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"101\" data-start=\"82\"\u003eKeep Lens Clean\u003c\/strong\u003e – Use a microfiber cloth and lens-safe cleaner to remove dust and 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