{"product_id":"e-image-mini-pro-ptz-camera-and-elevation-controller","title":"E-Image Mini pro PTZ camera \u0026 elevation controller","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact PTZ camera controller with multi-camera control, joystick operation and comprehensive serial and IP connectivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe E-Image EI-CTR100 is a compact broadcast controller designed for precise operation of PTZ cameras in professional video environments. Its ergonomic layout combines a 2-axis joystick, dedicated zoom controls, camera channel buttons and adjustable control knobs for straightforward operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith support for up to five PTZ cameras, the EI-CTR100 provides centralised control for multi-camera systems. VISCA, Pelco P\/D and UDP protocols are supported, with RS422, RS485, RS232 and IP connectivity providing flexible integration with compatible camera systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA four-colour LED multi-screen display provides real-time information during operation, while dedicated controls allow adjustment of exposure, white balance, focus, pan\/tilt speed and zoom speed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EI-CTR100 is suited to operators working with PTZ camera systems in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo conferencing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional AV installations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEducation AV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTelemedicine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvents and sports live streaming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls up to 5 PTZ cameras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-axis joystick for pan and tilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated Tele\/Wide zoom bridge keys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVISCA, Pelco P\/D and UDP protocol support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRS422, RS485, RS232 and IP connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 camera channel shortcut buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 presets per camera channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 infinitely variable control knobs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7-level pan\/tilt and zoom speed adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuto, manual and OPT focus modes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuto exposure and white balance control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour-colour LED multi-screen display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17 silicone buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDC 12V or PoE power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact 244 × 164 × 48mm design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow it works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect PTZ control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2-axis joystick provides direct control over camera pan and tilt, while dedicated Tele\/Wide bridge keys provide zoom control. Separate speed adjustment allows operators to select from seven pan\/tilt and seven zoom speed levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-camera operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive dedicated camera channel buttons provide quick access to connected cameras. The controller supports up to five cameras simultaneously, with five presets available per channel for fast recall of stored camera positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus, exposure and white balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated controls provide access to auto and manual focus modes, along with OPT one-shot autofocus. Auto exposure and white balance modes can also be switched and adjusted, with current values presented on the display for more intuitive operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlexible system connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EI-CTR100 supports RS422, RS485, RS232 and IP communication. Its built-in VISCA, Pelco P\/D and UDP support provides compatibility with a range of PTZ camera control systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose the EI-CTR100?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EI-CTR100 brings the controls needed for multi-camera PTZ operation into a compact desktop controller. Its combination of physical controls, visual feedback and multiple communication interfaces makes it practical for operators who need more direct and immediate control than software-based operation alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts five-camera capacity also makes it suitable for installations where several PTZ cameras need to be managed from a single control position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EI-CTR100 is well suited to fixed and temporary PTZ installations for broadcast, education, corporate AV, video conferencing, live events and other professional production environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow many PTZ cameras can the EI-CTR100 control?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt supports simultaneous connection with up to five PTZ cameras.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich control protocols are supported?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe controller supports VISCA, Pelco P\/D and UDP, including VISCA over IP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich physical interfaces are available?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EI-CTR100 provides RS422\/RS485, RS232 and RJ45 LAN connectivity. It also includes a Micro USB interface for online upgrades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I adjust camera movement speed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Pan\/tilt rotation speed and zoom speed can each be adjusted across seven levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat power does it require?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe controller accepts DC 12V and also supports PoE. Maximum power consumption is 3.6W.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe specified operating environment is indoor, with a working temperature range of 0°C to 40°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit Contents \/ What's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoenix Contact 4-pin 3.81mm terminal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUser manual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"E-IMAGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62549213774211,"sku":"EI-CTR100","price":546.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/6943\/8707\/files\/ctr100.png?v=1789048246","url":"https:\/\/www.essentialphoto.co.uk\/products\/e-image-mini-pro-ptz-camera-and-elevation-controller","provider":"EssentialPhoto \u0026 Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}