There are many religious organizations incorporating simple Pan Tilt Zoom (PTZ) camera system into their churches, sanctuaries, temples or where ever a religious service are held. This type of system is also great for remote viewing or closed circuit broadcasting.

The most important component of a PTZ system is the PTZ camera. The most widely used are the Sony EVI-D70 and EVI-D100 and the Canon VC-C50i. There is a new high definition pan tilt zoom (PTZ) camera by Sony, EVI-HD1 A system can be set-up with relative easy and doesn't always require an integrator. The other elements include cabling, controllers, wall mounts, ceiling mounts, Digital Video Recorders (DVR) and if incorporating with a PC a framegrabber.
Here are a few steps in setting up a simple system.

1. Start with a small system first. 2. Visit facilities that already have Pan Tilt Zoom camera systems in place. 2. Draw out your plan. 3. Make a materials/product list. 4. Work with a relieable dealer/distributor. 5. Work with the equipment before you install it. Make sure it all works. 6. Install. 7. Add additional equipment if needed.

For additional information on Pan Tilt Zoom cameras see specification on EVI-D70 EVI-D100