Incorporates high operability optimized for broadcast applications

The Vaddio 999-4181-000W Canon XU-81W PTZ Camera is an indoor and outdoor single-CMOS camera system, featuring a high waterproof dustproof design which, when combined with its compact size, makes it ideal for: outdoor event broadcasting, weather POV, Traffic POV, house of worship, education and video conference. The Canon XU-81W incorporates high operability optimized for broadcast applications. The XU-81W provides a single 1/3-inch CMOS imaging sensor with 2.1 Megapixels. Using a Canon 20x HD Zoom Lens, it captures exceptional, high-quality images in full-HD format. Dynamic Range Compensation allows for shooting in environments with a high contrast of light and shade.

This model comes with wiper and remote controlled ND filter for permanent outdoor installations. The camera head pans and tilts very smoothly while simultaneously zooming, allowing for on-air movements similar to manually-operated cameras. The Canon XU-81W has an HD-SDI output, the standard in the broadcast market, which enables it to provide high-quality video at distances up to 100m (328.084123’).

The Vaddio 999-4181-000W PTZ camera includes a 2-year limited warranty.

Durability, water-proof and dust-proof for indoor/outdoor applications

The Canon XU-81W is designed with durability and air-tightness, which allow it to be used both indoors and outdoors. This model satisfies the IP55 dust-proof and water-proof rating, allowing them to be permanently installed in indoor locations with high levels of dust or in outdoor locations exposed to the wind, rain and other harsh environments. An aluminum die-cast is used for the body to achieve both lightness and durability.

For outdoor applications the XU-81W model, which includes a servo ND filter and wiper unit, is also available. In addition, the XU-81W can be equipped with an optional washer.

High quality HDTV/SDTV video images

The XU-81W has a 1/3" CMOS imaging sensor with 2.1 megapixels. Utilizing an optical 20x HD zoom lens (along with the 12x digital zoom), it captures exceptional, high-quality images in full-HDTV format. Dynamic range compensation allows for shooting in environments with a high contrast of light and shade (such as a building lobby on a sunny day) by automatically correcting the contrast of the video according to the range of scene illumination.

Low-light capability/super sensitivity mode

The Canon XU-81W has a high sensitivity at the lowest subject brightness of 0.6 lux*, and its super sensitivity mode even enables shooting in darker locations or at night time. (* F1.6, 1/60, Full-gain)

When shooting under low-light conditions, the XU-81W can acquire extra brightness by using the slow-shutter function (frame accumulation). The black & white mode without the IR cut filter will also support shooting in near-darkness. Comparison between XU-81W and a previous model under the same 3 lux brightness conditions. (F1.6, 1/60, Full-gain).

Optimized design for broadcast applications

The Canon XU-81W incorporates high operability optimized for broadcast applications. By pressing a single pre-set button on operation panel (provided optionally), the camera head pans and tilts very smoothly while simultaneously zooming, allowing for on-air movements similar to manually-operated cameras. Also, the XU-81W utilizes HD-SDI output, the standard in the broadcast market, which enables it to acquire beautiful, important images from a distance of up to 100m.

Fast, quiet, and precise pan & tilt movements

The Canon XU-81W is an exceptional PTZ camera that combines smooth, fast, and highly precise movement. In normal mode, operational movement has a noise rating of NC<30, making it extremely suitable for quiet indoor environments. In high speed mode, the movements of the pan-tilt mechanism are accelerated by 50%, which is valuable in circumstances where higher speed is required.

Upright/inverted mounting option

The XU-81W can be mounted upright or inverted (ceiling mount). In either position, the picture image will automatically flip when the tilt angle reaches 90˚.

Compact size and weight

The XU-81W includes a handle for convenient portability, and weighs only 14.5 lbs/6.6 kg, making setup almost effortless.

Locally switchable output/control

Users have the ability to select either the 1080i or 720p HD output to match their existing systems. Additionally, control can be toggled between RS-232 and RS-422, making the XU-81W extremely adaptable to new and existing multi-camera environments.

Sample diagram

Canon XU-81W with Vaddio ProductionVIEW™ Precision Camera Controller and CCU image controller.