Lumens VS-KB21N IP Camera Controller with NDI and 3″ LCD screen

Control up to 255 NDI/IP PTZ cameras with the VS-KB21N IP PTZ Camera Controller from Lumens. This controller is designed to operate across multiple camera protocols on an IP network via NDI, VISCA-over-IP, and VISCA over RS-232/422 serial protocols. It can be powered using a power adapter or via PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) on a supported network.

Applications

Broadcast Television, House of Worship, Education, ProAV, Live Sports, Live Music, any PTZ installations, all NDI network setups.

NDI Workflows

The VS-KB21N identifies NDI cameras on the IP network and allows monitoring and full device control. The controller also supports the VISCA protocol making it a versatile control unit.

3″ Preview Screen

The low-latency preview screen monitors up to 255 IP streams simultaneously
For precise framing, the operator can switch to a single stream layout, enabling full-screen video preview
The tally indicator features Normal Tally/On-Air Tally/Contact modes

Quick Camera Select and Control

With 7 hot keys, the operator can instantly select the PTZ or box camera they want to control. This makes it easier than ever to manage a multi-camera production. Multi-color key/button illumination indicator directs operation to specific functions. High-quality, 4-axis joystick allows for effortless, one-handed pan, tilt, and zoom adjustments. Tactile feel with professional rocker/seesaw switch for zoom control.

Single Cable Installation

Power via included power adapter or via PoE on supported network to transport video, power, and control signals over a single cable
Simultaneously control cameras via IP and RS-232/RS-422, VISCA, and VISCA-over-IP protocol support
Automatically search available IP cameras in a network and assign IP addresses easily

Quick Setup

Quick control of exposure, shutter speed, iris, compensation, white balance, focus, pan/tilt speed, and zoom speed using the LCD screen
Control firmware upgrade available via USB or via product webpage.

KEY FEATURES 

• Controls IP/NDI and Serial PTZ Cameras
• Multiple Camera Protocols on a Network
• Zoom Rocker, Joystick, Iris Knob
• Alphanumeric Keypad, LCD Screen
• Control up to 255 Cameras via IP
• NDI, VISCA via RS-232/422, VISCA-over-IP

SPECIFICATIONS

Number of Supported Cameras	7 Channels
Control I/O	1x RJ45 (RS-232) 1x RJ45 (RS-422)
Video I/O	1x RJ45
Controls	1x Zoom Rocker 1x Pan/Tilt, Zoom Joystick 1x Focus Button 1x Camera Movement Speed Button 1x Iris Adjustment Button 1x Gain Knob 1x Auto-Focus Button 2x Camera Selection Buttons
PoE Support	PoE 802.3af
Power Consumption	5 W
Security Lock Support	Kensington Lock Slot
Supported Control Protocols	IP VISCA
Other I/O	1x USB-A (Firmare Update)
Presets	255
Display Size	3″
Touchscreen	No
PoE Support	PoE 802.3af
Power Connectors	1x Barrel / Coaxial
Power Consumption	5 W
Input Power	12 VDC
Certifications	FCC Part 15 Class B
Security Lock Support	Kensington Lock Slot
Dimensions	302 x 143 x 112 mm
Weight	1.3 kg

INCLUDED BY DEFAULT

• Lumens VS-KB21N IP PTZ Camera Controller
• Power Adapter
• Power Cable