Problem when PTZ cam rotate continuosly

[m-arwin 0]

Hi all,

 

I just install the PTZ camera and set this camera to be rotated continuosly. Since I'm a new in CCTV bussiness , I'd like to know is there any problem if the PTZ camera rotate continuously 24 hour without stop? and if there is slightly problem caused, please advise me after how long time period I should break camera operation?

 

Thank's

[thewireguys 3]

Model number would help to trouble shoot

[m-arwin 0]

I use SD4C22 from Pelco Spectra IV Series.

 

Currently this camera run well, rotate continuosly without encounter any problem at all.

But I worry, if I operate this cam 24 hour without stop, in future camera will be in problem.

 

Thank's for your response

[katie1985 0]

Hi all,

 

I just install the PTZ camera and set this camera to be rotated continuosly. Since I'm a new in CCTV bussiness , I'd like to know is there any problem if the PTZ camera rotate continuously 24 hour without stop? and if there is slightly problem caused, please advise me after how long time period I should break camera operation?

 

Thank's

 

It depends on the quality of the PTZ camera. If it is in high quality, there should be no problem.

[survtech 0]

The Pelcos are high-quality. But they (and any mechanical device) will eventually wear out parts when used continuously. You might be a little better off if you program a "tour" with appropriate pauses at areas of interest.

 

That said, PTZ's are not best-used when continuously panning or touring. Their best application is when they can be controlled by an operator in conjunction with fixed cameras. The biggest problem with PTZ's is that they are often are not pointed in the direction where they need to be when an incident happens.

 

Areas of high importance should be covered by fixed cameras, with PTZ's used to "zoom in" on an incident when the operator is notified. A PTZ that is continuously moving will tend to pass the trouble spot before the trouble can be analyzed or be pointing in the wrong direction at the time.