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Set Dahua PTZ presets and patrol
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Set Dahua PTZ presets and patrol

A PTZ can see a lot, but it can only film one direction at a time at any given moment. Presets therefore must have a deliberate task.

Set Dahua PTZ presets and patrol

Where the function is intended for

A rotating camera looks like full coverage, while an event can actually take place outside the frame when the lens visits another preset.

Setting or condition

Determine which fixed points are important, whether there are other cameras for continuous overview and which movement or alarm action the PTZ should follow.

Making a conscious choice

Create designated presets for specific locations and choose a quiet patrol only where missed details are acceptable. Use a fixed camera next to the PTZ if continuous recording is necessary.

What you check afterwards

Call up each preset, check focus and limits, and after a patrol, retrieve a recording. Confirm that users know which direction the PTZ was pointing at at the time.

Frequently asked questions

Does a PTZ replace multiple fixed cameras?

Not always; a PTZ film does not capture all directions at once.

Does a preset need to have a clear name?

Yes. Names such as entrance or loading platform make operation and searching understandable.

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