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Position Groups

April 02, 2024​

Preset groups in PTZ camera systems are an advanced organizational tool, enabling you to categorize and access your position presets in a more structured manner. This feature is particularly useful for complex productions that require switching between different scenes or camera angles. Here’s how you can leverage preset groups for a more efficient production setup.

Creating and Managing Preset Groups​

  1. Adding a Preset Group

    • In the Position Presets tab, click the plus (+) icon located on the top right of the bottom tray to add a new preset group.

  2. Naming Preset Groups

    • After creation, double-click the title of the new group (e.g., "Group 2") to rename it according to its intended use or scene (e.g., "Interviews", "Panoramas").

  3. Adding Presets to Groups

    • Within a group, add presets by clicking the plus button in the empty preset tray. These presets function the same way as individual presets but are organized within your specified group.

  4. Organizing Groups

    • Drag and drop preset groups to arrange them in your preferred order, facilitating a seamless run-of-show.

Key Insights and Best Practices​

  • Group by Scene or Segment : Organize your presets into groups based on different segments of your production, such as opening, main event, and closing.

  • Ease of Access : Grouping presets simplifies switching between camera positions, especially in productions with multiple scenes or settings.

  • User-Level Customization : Like individual presets, groups are stored at the user level, ensuring your arrangements are saved for future productions.

FAQs​

  • How many preset groups can I create? The number of groups you can create may be limited by your camera's software. Refer to the manufacturer's guidelines.

  • Can preset groups be shared between users? Preset groups are typically specific to a user's account. Direct sharing isn't supported, but configurations can be manually shared.