Geovision 84-AS21200-0010 PTZ Controller with Built-in PoE
Overview
The Geovision 84-AS21200-0010 is a PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) controller designed to manage motorized camera heads in multi-camera surveillance deployments. It combines integrated PoE (802.3af) power delivery with one-way relay output (4 discrete outputs) to trigger external devices — alarm relays, gate controls, or auxiliary lighting — in response to camera movement or VMS events. The unit ships with an iron enclosure, making it suitable for indoor mounting in network closets, rack environments, or wall-mounted control cabinets where you need a consolidated PTZ management point without dedicated 24V power supplies.
Compatibility
The 84-AS21200-0010 is designed for Geovision's IP PTZ camera ecosystem. Verify compatibility with your specific PTZ model by checking the camera's control protocol support (typically RS-485 or Pelco-D/Pelco-P serial). It integrates with Geovision VMS platforms that support PTZ command sets via the same network connection. Standard ONVIF PTZ Profile compliance depends on the paired camera; this controller acts as a bridge between the VMS and the motorized head.
Installation Notes
The controller draws power via PoE (802.3af, under 13W), eliminating the need for a separate 24V power supply — a meaningful savings in cable runs and rack space on smaller installations. The iron box enclosure can be wall-mounted or placed in a standard equipment rack. Four relay outputs accept dry-contact trigger signals from your VMS or external alarm system; configure relay logic in the Geovision management interface to link camera presets or motion events to auxiliary outputs. Ensure your network switch supplies reliable 802.3af power to the controller's Ethernet port; power loss to the controller will disable PTZ movement and relay functions.
What's in the Box
- 1x Geovision GV-AS2120 PTZ controller
- 1x Iron enclosure