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Multi-sensor EO/IR PTZ turret

A long-range PTZ tracking camera for visual confirmation at 20 km

A gyro-stabilised EO/IR PTZ camera carrying a long-range visible channel, a thermal imager and a laser rangefinder. A radar or RF track cues the turret, it auto-tracks the drone, and the operator identifies it.

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20 km
Working range
6 km
Laser rangefinder
0.005°
Positioning accuracy

Three channels, one turret

01 / Sensors
VISIBLE
Long-range zoom camera

High-definition daylight channel with continuous optical zoom for detection, recognition and identification at distance.

THERMAL
Cooled or uncooled imager

Uncooled LWIR as standard; an optional cooled MWIR imager with 18–275 mm continuous zoom for premium long-range work.

RANGING
Laser rangefinder

Built-in LRF measures to 6 km and returns geo-located target coordinates. Optional laser illuminator to 500 m.

02 / Tracking

Fast enough to auto-track a small drone

Brushless DC drives and gyro stabilisation keep the target in frame while the platform itself is moving.

01
180°/s pan, 120°/s tilt

Slew rates sized for fast crossing targets, with continuous 360° rotation.

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0.005° positioning

Precise slew-to-cue from a radar or RF track without hunting for the target.

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Gyro stabilisation

Optional dual-axis mechanical gyro for vehicle and vessel installations.

03 / Specification

Configured per site

Sensor combination, focal lengths and mount are selected for the detection range and the platform. Figures below are for the standard anti-drone build.

ParameterValue
Working rangeUp to 20 km, target dependent
Visible channelHD long-range continuous zoom
Thermal channelUncooled LWIR; optional cooled MWIR 18–275 mm
Laser rangefinderUp to 6 km
Laser illuminatorOptional, up to 500 m
Pan / tilt speed180°/s pan, 120°/s tilt
Rotation360° continuous pan, −90° to +90° tilt
Positioning accuracy0.005°
DriveBrushless DC, closed-loop control
StabilisationOptional dual-axis mechanical gyro
HousingStrengthened aluminium, IP67
InterfacesRJ45 network, RS422/485 control, ONVIF

Inside the counter-UAS layer

04 / Integration
Radar cue

The Ga-5000 doppler radar detects the track and hands the bearing to the turret automatically.

RF classification

Passive RF detection identifies the control protocol before the drone is in optical range.

Visual identification

The operator confirms type and payload on screen, with coordinates from the rangefinder.

Fixed sites

Mast installations for airports, plants, ports and depots.

Mobile platforms

Vehicle and vessel mounts with gyro stabilisation on the move.

Command systems

ONVIF and SDK integration into existing VMS and command posts.

PTZ tracking camera FAQ

FAQ

What is slew-to-cue?

A radar or RF sensor hands the bearing of a track to the camera, and the turret turns to it automatically. With 0.005° positioning accuracy the turret lands on the target without the operator hunting for it.

How far can the PTZ camera see a drone?

The working range is up to 20 km and depends on the target. The built-in laser rangefinder measures to 6 km and returns geo-located coordinates.

Cooled or uncooled thermal — which do I need?

The uncooled LWIR imager is standard. The optional cooled MWIR imager with 18–275 mm continuous zoom is for long-range work where small targets have to be recognised at distance.

Can the camera track a fast drone?

Brushless DC drives slew at 180°/s in pan and 120°/s in tilt with continuous 360° rotation, sized for fast crossing targets.

How does it connect to existing systems?

RJ45 network, RS422/485 control and ONVIF, plus SDK integration into existing VMS and command posts. An optional dual-axis mechanical gyro stabilises it on vehicles and vessels.

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