PTZOptics Hive Studio Pro 12-Month License

Product Overview

The PTZOptics Hive Studio Pro 12-Month License (PTHIVEDPROYR) is a cloud-based PTZ camera control and production management platform subscription for professional AV teams managing multiple cameras across one or more facilities. Hive Studio Pro provides centralized control of Hive-Linked PTZOptics cameras from any web browser, with tools for multi-camera switching, auto-tracking, NDI output, streaming, and in-studio collaboration. It is designed for houses of worship, broadcast studios, corporate AV teams, and any organization that operates PTZOptics cameras and needs remote or multi-operator production management without dedicated on-site hardware.

Product Description

PTZOptics Hive Studio is the cloud and local network platform that ties PTZOptics camera systems together under centralized software control. The Pro tier unlocks the full feature set of the Hive platform for a 12-month period, giving AV teams access to a multiviewer layout, full camera movement tools, preset management, streaming and recording controls, NDI output management, and AI-driven auto-tracking and framing tools across all connected Hive-Linked cameras. Hive-Linked cameras — including the Studio 4K, Studio SE, Move 4K, and Move SE — connect to Hive automatically when plugged into a network; no additional hardware is required to establish the link. The platform operates in both cloud mode and local mode, allowing teams to choose between internet-based remote access and LAN-based low-latency control depending on the production context. In cloud mode, camera operators can control cameras from anywhere with a web connection, enabling distributed production workflows, remote technical direction, and multi-site coordination without VPN configuration. In-studio collaboration features allow multiple operators to share control of the same camera system simultaneously, with a share/invite button for adding remote collaborators. Camera image settings — white balance, exposure, color correction — are adjustable directly within the Hive interface, reducing the need for per-camera on-screen menus. The platform includes a multiviewer for monitoring all connected cameras simultaneously and source management tools for organizing feeds. Hive Studio Pro is a SaaS subscription; licensing is per account and covers all cameras linked to that Hive account. This listing covers a 12-month Pro tier license. The platform is actively developed by PTZOptics, with feature updates pushed to all subscribers without hardware replacement.

Key Features

• Cloud and Local Control Modes — Switch between internet-based remote access and LAN-based local control depending on production requirements.
• Multiviewer — Monitor all connected Hive-Linked cameras simultaneously from a single browser interface.
• Full Camera Movement Tools — Pan, tilt, zoom, and preset control for all linked PTZ cameras within a single interface.
• Auto-Tracking and AI Framing — AI-driven subject tracking and framing management for compatible Hive-Linked cameras.
• NDI Output Tools — Manage NDI source routing and output configurations for network video production workflows.
• Streaming and Recording Controls — Start, stop, and configure RTMP/RTMPS and SRT streams directly from the Hive interface.
• In-Studio Collaboration — Multiple operators can access and share control of the same camera system using the share/invite system.
• Camera Image Settings — Adjust white balance, exposure, and color correction for each camera from the Hive dashboard.
• No Additional Hardware Required — Hive-Linked cameras connect to Hive automatically over the existing network; no dedicated hardware controller needed.
• Active Development — Feature updates pushed to all subscribers; production capabilities expand over the subscription period.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio
• House of worship
• Multi-purpose room
• All-hands room
• Training room
• Auditorium
• Conference room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What PTZOptics cameras are compatible with Hive Studio?

A: Hive Studio works with Hive-Linked PTZOptics cameras, which currently include the Move 4K, Move SE, Studio 4K, and Studio SE. These cameras connect to Hive automatically when plugged into a network — no pairing hardware or additional setup steps are required beyond the initial Hive account link.

Q: Is internet access required to use Hive Studio Pro?

A: Hive Studio operates in both cloud mode and local mode. Cloud mode requires an internet connection and enables remote access from any location. Local mode operates over the LAN without internet access, suitable for environments with strict network security policies.

Q: How many cameras can be managed under one Hive Studio Pro license?

A: A single Hive Studio Pro license covers all cameras linked to that Hive account. There is no published per-camera fee within the Pro tier. Contact PTZOptics directly for enterprise or multi-site licensing details.

Q: Can multiple operators control cameras simultaneously?

A: Yes. Hive Studio Pro includes in-studio collaboration tools with a share/invite system that allows multiple operators to access and share control of the camera system from different devices and locations simultaneously.

Q: Does Hive Studio Pro replace a hardware joystick controller?

A: For many installations, yes. Hive Studio provides full pan, tilt, zoom, and preset control over a web browser, which may be sufficient for productions where a touch-screen or mouse-based control interface is acceptable. For productions requiring tactile joystick feedback, low-latency hardware control, or serial camera control, a hardware controller such as the SuperJoy or PT-JOY-G4 remains the preferred choice. Hive and hardware controllers can be used together.

Q: What happens to camera access if the Hive subscription lapses?

A: Cameras continue to operate independently using their onboard outputs (HDMI, SDI, USB, IP streaming) regardless of Hive subscription status. Hive-specific features — cloud control, multiviewer, AI tracking through the Hive interface — require an active subscription.

Q: Is this a one-time purchase or a recurring subscription?

A: This listing covers a 12-month Pro tier license. Renewal at the end of the term maintains access to all Pro features and ongoing platform updates.