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PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation)

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PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation)
Key Features
  • Serial & VISCA-over-IP Controller
  • Control up to 255 PTZ Cameras
  • For All PTZOptics & Other VISCA Cameras
  • Customizable Pan/Tilt/Zoom Speeds
Control up to 255 PTZ cameras using IP or serial communication with the 4th generation PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller from PTZOptics. The PT-JOY-G4 offers joystick and button control for up to 255 PTZ cameras via IP and seven cameras via serial protocols, with support for VISCA, VISCA-over-IP, Pelco-P, and Pelco-D protocols over IP and serial RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication. It enables you to control the speed of your pan, tilt, zoom, and lock moves and incorporates an LCD screen as well as an on-screen display on your camera feed.
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PTZOptics PT-JOY Overview

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Control up to 255 PTZ cameras using IP or serial communication with the 4th generation PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller from PTZOptics. The PT-JOY-G4 offers joystick and button control for up to 255 PTZ cameras via IP and seven cameras via serial protocols, with support for VISCA, VISCA-over-IP, Pelco-P, and Pelco-D protocols over IP and serial RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication. It enables you to control the speed of your pan, tilt, zoom, and lock moves and incorporates an LCD screen as well as an on-screen display on your camera feed.

The controller also offers the ability to control iris, focus, white balance, exposure, and on-the-fly speed control to control the finer settings on the PTZ cameras. Other features include glowing buttons for working in the dark, 255 camera presets, and nine quick preset buttons. You can import and export configurations using IP.

The PT-JOY-G4 supports a variety of camera models and manufacturers, and you can simultaneously control multiple brands such as HuddleCamHD, Sony, PTZOptics, BirdDog, and NewTek. The unit comes with an 8' long RS-232C cable and a 12 VDC universal power supply. It can also be powered using Power-over-Ethernet (PoE).

Quick Features
IP, RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication
VISCA-over-IP, Pelco-P, Pelco-D, ONVIF, and VISCA protocols
Camera on-screen display control and built-in LCD screen
Control up to 255 cameras
Control multiple different PTZ camera brands simultaneously, including HuddleCamHD, PTZOptics, BirdDog, and NewTek, with limited Sony PTZ control
Full pan/tilt/zoom PTZ camera control with speed adjustments on the fly
Store 255 presets and nine quick presets
Exposure and white balance control
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) support
Fine-tune zoom and focus control dials, redesigned joystick, and focus lock/unlock
Glowing buttons for viewing in dark rooms
Import and export settings via LAN
Power adapter and 8' RS-232C cable are included
Compatibility
  • VISCA: Serial connections include PTZ cameras with RS-232 and RS-485 from brands such as Aver, AIDA, BirdDog, Bolin, ClearOne, DataVideo, JVC, Lumens, Marshall Electronics, RGBLink, Sony
  • Sony VISCA over IP: Includes PTZ cameras from AIDA, AVer, Bird-Dog, Bolin, BZBGear, ClearOne, JVC, Lumens, Sony
  • PTZOptics VISCA:  All PTZOptics cameras
  • Pelco-P and Pelco-D: Includes PTZ cameras from Bird-Dog, DataVideo, JVC, Lumens, RGBLink, Marshall Electronics
  • ONVIF: The PTZOptics IP joysticks can control ONVIF cameras (ONVIF stands for Open Network Video Interface Forum,  originally created by Axis and the main pan, tilt, and zoom control protocol used by security cameras)
UPC: 649615731475

PTZOptics PT-JOY Specs

Key Specs
Number of Supported Cameras
255 Channels via IP
7 Channels via Serial
Control I/O
1x RJ45 (LAN) Output
1x Block (RS-422, RS-485) Output
1x D-Sub 9-Pin (Pelco-D, Pelco-P, RS-232, VISCA) Output
Controls
1x Pan/Tilt, Zoom Joystick
1x Gain Knob
1x Iris Adjustment Knob
1x Multifunction Knob
1x Focus Knob
7x Camera Selection Buttons
9x Programmable Buttons
Touchscreen
No
PoE Support
Yes: PoE 802.3af
Power Consumption
6 W
Security Lock Support
No
General
Number of Supported Cameras
255 Channels via IP
7 Channels via Serial
Supported Control Protocols
IP
Pelco-D
Pelco-P
RS-232
RS-422
RS-485
VISCA
Control I/O
1x RJ45 (LAN) Output
1x Block (RS-422, RS-485) Output
1x D-Sub 9-Pin (Pelco-D, Pelco-P, RS-232, VISCA) Output
Controls
1x Pan/Tilt, Zoom Joystick
1x Gain Knob
1x Iris Adjustment Knob
1x Multifunction Knob
1x Focus Knob
7x Camera Selection Buttons
9x Programmable Buttons
Presets
255 via IP
Display
Touchscreen
No
Power
PoE Support
Yes: PoE 802.3af
Power Connectors
1x Barrel / Coaxial
Power Consumption
6 W
Input Power
12 VDC
Physical
Operating Conditions
14 to 122°F / -10 to 50°C at 10 to 90% Humidity
Security Lock Support
No
Dimensions
11.94 x 9.25 x 4.25" / 303.23 x 234.95 x 107.95 mm
Weight
4.45 lb / 2.02 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.265 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.5 x 10.7 x 6"

PTZOptics PT-JOY Reviews

It works great

By Andrew
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-14

Our church project needed a way to control multiple cameras. This product worked right out of the box. Configuring each camera only took a minute or two (one needs to know the IP address for each camera). I'd give this product a 5 star review if it knew about NDI, so that I wouldn't have to type in each camera's IP address. Also, if I go to the trouble of giving each PTZOptics camera a unique name, why can't the joystick display the camera's name in addition to its IP address (this would help confirm that the correct camera has been selected).

Another winner

By John
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-25

Just what we needed. So far the only thing Ive found that could be improved is backlit keys. Very solid construction.

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Is this controller compatible with SONY SRG-120x ...

Is this controller compatible with SONY SRG-120x cameras?
Asked by: Juan Manuel
The PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation) would be compatible with the Sony SRG-X120N 1080p HDMI/IP/3G-SDI PTZ Camera (Black, NDI|HX License Included), they would communicate using the VISCA protocol.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2022-08-17

Does this controller turn the cameras on and off?

Does this controller turn the cameras on and off?
Asked by: Tyler
No, the PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation) cannot control power to connected PTZ cameras.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2024-03-15

This states limited Sony product control. ...

This states limited Sony product control. BRC-h700? What are the limitations?
Asked by: Shawn
The PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation) can handle all the basic functions just not all the Sony specific ones. While ones depend on the ones you are looking for.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2021-12-16

Can this joystick control the Speco Technologies ...

Can this joystick control the Speco Technologies O4P30X dome cam? It has dome control over IP through software but I can't find if it follows the VISCA protocol.
Asked by: JEFFREY
The PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller will not be able to control the Speco O4P30X.
Answered by: Zev
Date published: 2021-08-23

Will this work with a Datavideo PTC-140?

Will this work with a Datavideo PTC-140?
Asked by: Raymond B
Yes, the PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation) is capable of controlling the Datavideo HD/SD-SDI and HDMI PTZ Camera with 20x Optical Zoom (Black).
Answered by: jabarih
Date published: 2022-01-12

Is this product compatible with the Saber VDO 360 ...

Is this product compatible with the Saber VDO 360 PTZ camera?
Asked by: Art
Yes it would, The following control protocols are supported by the Saber camera - Standard Sony VISCA, IP VISCA, PELCO-P, PELCO-D control protocol; IP VISCA over both TCP and UDP. The PTZoptics PT-Joy controller supports the following control protocols Yes it would be compatible with your camera model. Pelco-D Pelco-P RS-232 RS-422 RS-485 VISCA
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-01-05

Can the PY-JOY-G4 controller be used with the ...

Can the PY-JOY-G4 controller be used with the Panasonic AW-UE20 PTZ Camera?
Asked by: Gregory
No, the PTZOptics PT-JOY-G4 IP/Serial Joystick Controller (4th Generation) will not work, only Panasonic branded controllers work with with Panasonic PTZ cameras. For the Panasonic AW-UE20 we recommend the Panasonic AW-RP60 Remote Camera Controller (BH #PAAWRP60GJQ). See: https://bit.ly/3iZYxfM
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-01-24

Is it compatible with the gen2 camera of the same ...

Is it compatible with the gen2 camera of the same brand?
Asked by: Nick
Yes, the PTZOptics Gen 2 cameras use the same RS-232 protocol.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2021-11-01
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