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OPERATING THE ON-SCREEN PTZ CONTROLS
Users with PTZ access rights (Standard User by default) and higher can operate PTZ lens functions of cameras that support such features. PTZ
functions can be controlled on the screen in Live mode using the mouse.
PTZ control is available for cameras that support PTZ functions using Pelco’s P, D, or Coaxitron
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protocols. It is also available for supported
third-party dome cameras. For more information about configuring PTZ ports, refer to Setting Up COM1 Port Properties in the DX8100 server Help
system or the Operation/Configuration manual.
In addition, the PTZ option must be enabled and a protocol must be assigned to the camera channel. For more information, refer to Camera Setup
in the DX8100 server Help system or the Operation/Configuration manual.
This section describes how to use the PTZ controls and includes the following topics:
• Operating the PTZ Controls
• Working with the Client PTZ Control and Listening to Live Audio on page 55
• Adjusting the Camera Lens on page 55
• Adjusting the Camera Zoom on page 55
• Using Keyboard Shortcuts to Operate PTZ and Lens Functions on page 56
OPERATING THE PTZ CONTROLS
To operate the on-screen PTZ controls:
1. On the DX8100 toolbar, click the Live button .
2. Select a PTZ-enabled camera from the Site Tree.
3. Place the mouse pointer in the middle of the camera’s view pane. The mouse pointer will change to a black cross when on-screen PTZ
control is available.
Figure 19. On-Screen PTZ Control
4. Click and hold the left mouse button, and then drag the mouse pointer in the direction you want to move the camera. The display changes
to an arrow, indicating the direction of the mouse.
Figure 20. On-Screen PTZ Movement
5. Release the mouse button when you have repositioned the camera to the desired location.
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