The JVC HD KY-PX200 Overview
The JVC HD KY-PX200 is a prosumer (professional/consumer) grade Pan Tilt Zoom (PTZ) camera. TTAC has been watching the emergence of USB-based PTZ cameras that provide a significant amount of board-room-level features and functionality within easily deployed USB plug-and-play setups.
About this Technology:
The JVC HD KY-PX200 features a substantial range of motion partnered with 20X optical zoom and an additional 16X digital zoom. This capability paired with plug-and-play far-end camera controls (FECC) allows telehealth providers to direct the patient’s camera view, zoom in on important details, and can aid in diagnosis and treatment during a live video conferencing visit.
We often find Pan Tilt Zoom cameras affixed to the top of Telemedicine carts. They can also be deployed from the ceiling or wall in an inverted or standard mount fashion. These sorts of mounting options provide extra stability and allow more precise control over what the camera captures. As with most technologies, there is a wide variety of features and functionality based on brand, model, and budget.
Innovative Features
The powered optical zoom built into the JVC HD KY-PX200 allows the camera to capture a full HD 1080p video or image without the digital distortion found in fixed lens PTZ cameras.
- See this Handy Reference from tomsguide.com on the differences between Optical and Digital zoom: Optical zoom vs. digital zoom: which is better for you? | Tom’s Guide (tomsguide.com)
- The device also features remote-controlled accessible setting menus that allow for local device management without needing a computer or additional software.
- Local device firmware control via remote controller
Device Features
The JVC KYPX200 supports a variety of output modes, allowing for flexible setup and deployment.
Input/Output
- HDMI Out
- 3G-SDI Out
- USB 3.0 Out
- Supported Video Compression
- H.264/H.265
- Streaming Protocols
- SRT
- RTSP
- RTMP
- HTTP
- Audio options:
- Built-in 3.5mm Audio ports for microphone input as well as an additional port for audio output.
Presets
- Common video presets can be set up either using the built-in IR remote settings or using RS-485 or RS-232 serial controls with separately available serial controllers
Power
- You can power and connect the camera with one connector using PoE (Power-over-Ethernet), or with the included 12VDC power adapter.
Included in the box
- AC Power Adapter x1Power Cable x1
- RS232 Cable x1
- IR Remote Control x1
- User Manual x1
- Ceiling Bracket x1
- Logo Sticker x2
- Warranty Card x1
Use Case
- The vendor recommends this device for event production, house of worship, classroom, meeting room, or web conference. The practical application of this camera could be in a telehealth cart or as a dedicated wall-based system in an exam room.
Product Specifications
| JVC HD KY-PX200 | |
| Manufacturer | JVC Kenwood |
| Manufacturer Address | 4001 Worsham Avenue, Long Beach CA 90808, U.S.A. |
| Manufacturer Web Address | JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation |
| Model Name | JVC HD KY-PX200BU(Black)/KY-PZ200WU(White) |
| Temperature Range Usage/Operating | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Product Dimensions | 5.6 x 6.5 x 6.7″ / 14.2 x 16.5 x 17 cm |
| Weight | 3.7 lb / 1.7 kg |
| Power Supply | 1 x Barrel (12VDC at 1.5 A) Input, PoE 802.3af |
| Power Consumption | Device: 12 VDC 12 W |
| Platform Device | Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac OS X, Linux, Android |
| Sensor | 1/2.8 inch, CMOS, effective pixels：2.07M |
| Pan Motion | ±170° |
| Tilt Motion | -30° ~ +90° |
| Lens | 20x Optical zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 16x Digital zoom |
| White Balance | Auto, indoor， outdoor， one-push， manual |
| Image File Format | JPEG |
| Video Output Signal (Type, Resolution) | Uncompressed YUV : max up to 1080P@30fps
H.264 AVC: max up to 1080P@60fps H.264 SVC: max up to 1080P@60fps MJPEG: max up to 1080P@60fps |
| Focus Range | f = 4.42mm ~ 88.5mm, F1.8 ~ F2.8 |
| Physical Device Controls | None |
| MSRP | MSRP: $1,899.00 |
Summary
Many specialty providers like the flexibility of PTZ cameras on the patient side. These units allow visualization of details using optical zoom and provide the ability to frame the subject from the far end with pan and tilt. This JVC unit strikes a nice balance of features, accessibility, and price point. The JVC HD KY-PX200 represents a growing segment of plug-and-play USB cameras offering more professional features. Even though this camera captures “only” a 1080p image, with optical zoom, the clarity and color accuracy can be better than a higher resolution camera using digital zoom. If you clinically need to get in close, optical zoom is often the best choice.
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