B9-418 Affordable 1-inch 4K PTZ Camera
Bolin B9-418 Affordable 1-inch 4K PTZ Camera Blue Line
Overview
The Bolin B9-418 1-Inch 4K PTZ camera delivers high-resolution video in a versatile and cost-effective design, making it an ideal choice for live production, studio broadcasting, and houses of worship. As part of Bolin’s Blue Line series, the B9-418 offers professional-grade features without compromising on image quality or operational control.
At the heart of the B9-418 is a large 1-inch sensor capturing stunning 4K30 video with excellent low-light sensitivity, ensuring clear and vibrant images. The 18x zoom lens allows for close-up shots without sacrificing image clarity. The constant aperture of F2.8 ensures consistent performance across the zoom range, and the built-in Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) minimizes the effects of camera shake, resulting in stable and sharp visuals.
The B9-418 offers multiple simultaneous video outputs, including HDMI, 3G-SDI, and IP streaming, catering to diverse workflow requirements. Optional video output cards for HDBaseT and Optical 3G-SDI expand connectivity options, facilitating integration into various professional environments. The camera supports RTSP, RTMP, and SRT streaming protocols, enabling reliable and secure live streaming over IP networks. Comprehensive image parameter settings, such as Black Level and Color Matrix adjustments, along with integrated ND filters and Genlock support, make the B9-418 suitable for broadcast and Pro AV applications. Its extremely quiet and smooth pan/tilt movements, combined with enhanced adaptive variable and slow speed control, provide accurate and effective operation, ensuring professional-grade performance in any setting.
The Bolin B9-418 combines exceptional 4K image quality, advanced image adjustments, and versatile connectivity, making it the perfect professional PTZ solution for broadcast, live production, corporate AV, and house of worship applications.
Camera Model Specific
Key Features
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Sony 1 Inch 4K Image Block
■ Equipped with authentic Sony 4K image block.
■ 1.0-type sensor captures up to 4K resolution images with excellent sensitivity, very low noise, and rich natural color reproduction.
■ Industry standard imaging, lens, color, clarity, detail of image - it’s from Sony.
■ Sony’s broadcast image quality DNA, Image parameter setting, Black Level, Color Matrix, True WDR, ND Filter, etc. -
1.0-Type CMOS Sensor Image - The Bigger The better
■ Equipped with large back illuminated 1” Exmor R CMOS sensor, 20M of effective pixels, BOLIN 9 Series Integrated 4K PTZ Camera produces brilliant broadcast-quality color images in 4K30 with excellent low-light sensitivity.
■ Full HD footage can be captured at 1080p60 optimal for fast, spontaneous action events.
■ Comprehensive image parameter setting like Black Level, Color Matrix, Tally lights and Genlock for professional applications.
■ The camera can also be operated in 23.98p/24p mode for Cinematic video. -
Lens and Zoom Range
■ Equipped Zeiss len with 18x zoom range with SRZ (Sony Super Resolution Zoom) technology provides 24x (FHD) zoom range without compromising details.
■ 2X Convert Mode gives you 48X (HD) Max-zoom range.
■ With constant aperture of F2.8, excellent low light sensitivity, the camera can capture low noise color video images in low light conditions, like live hall and theater. -
4K IP Image – IP Remote Control and View
■ Remotely view smooth and stable video streaming (up to 2160p30) plus audio over an IP network via web browser.
■ Supports RTSP, RTMP for online video and live streaming.
■ Cross Browser Compatibility - HTML5 support for Edge, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari browsers without plugin.
■ Full function PTZ camera IP control via Visca Over IP protocol.
■ Integration with popular VMS - ONVIF (100% pass Onvif test tool result) for IP video control, record and management. -
SRT Ready
Delivery of high-quality and secure, low-latency video across the public Internet. SRT optimizes streaming performance across unpredictable networks with secure streams and easy firewall traversal, bringing the best quality live video over unstable networks.
■ High quality video image
■ Low latency
■ Secure end-to-end transmission
■ Leveraging the internet
■ Open source
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OIS - Optical Image Stabilizer
■ Built-in OIS-Optical Image Stabilizer function eliminates the effect of blurred, shaky images caused by low-frequency vibration.
■ This is useful for indoor structure vibration, such as people walking, door closing, dancing floor etc.
■ Stable zoom combined with Image stabilizer to enhanced picture quality, -
Video Output Card Extension
Two Insert Video Cards Options Available on B9-418:
■ HDBaseT, which carries 4K HDMI, Camera Power, RS232/422 Control, IR Control, IP streaming, Audio via One CAT6 Cable up to 80-100 meters.
■ Optical SDI, which works with all standard SFP optical devices and fiber optic infrastructure, allowing high quality image transmission over extreme long distance. -
The ways that you have the camera under control
■ Bolin 9 series PTZ camera provides multiple methods of controlling: Serial port RS232, RS422/485 and IP plus HDBaseT one cable control. Protocols supported: VISCA, Pelco, VISCA Over IP and ONVIF IP. It gives you capabilities of local control and remote control without distance limitations.
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Movement Matters
■ Bolin 9 series PTZ camera extreme quiet and smooth Pan/Tilt movements combined with enhanced adaptive variable and super slow speed control provides accurate and effective operation experiences.
■ Trace Memory, a sequence of camera moves can be stored for instant recall.
■ Picture Profile Preset-Image parameter setting restore with presets and quick access operation. -
Ease of Installation
■ Installation is simplified in a wide range of environments: RJ45 RS232/422 control port provides convenience of wiring.
■ PoE and POH (Power over HDBaseT) to reduce cabling requirements.
■ Standard and ceiling mount and tripod with E-Flip function.
Order Information
Use Order Information for ordering cameras and accessories.
| Item Number | SKU | Key Spec | Note |
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| 9101E001A1 | B9-418 | 4K30/FHD, 18X Zoom Range, Black | Camera Body |
| 9101E002A1 | B9-418W | 4K30/FHD, 18X Zoom Range, White | Camera Body |
| VCC-CC45RS | RS422/232 RJ45 Adapter | What's included, X1 | |
| VCC-RC-2 | IR Remote Controller | What's included, X1 | |
| VCC-P12-4 | 12VDC 4A, Power Supply Adapter | What's included, X1 | |
| Thank you Card | What's included, X1 | ||
| 92020001 | BC-9-VC-B | HDBaseT Video Card | Accessory, Optional |
| 92020002 | BC-9-VC-OS6 | SDI Optical Video Card | Accessory, Optional |
| 92020003 | B-OSM-12 | 12G-SDI Optical SFP Module (Transceiver) | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030042 | C-WM2B | Medium Size PTZ Camera Wall Mount Bracket (Black), for B6, B7, B9 Series | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030043 | C-WM2W | Medium Size PTZ Camera Wall Mount Bracket (White), for B6, B7, B9 Series | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030009 | BL-CM-01 | Ceiling Mount Bracket, Black, for B9 Series | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030027 | BL-CM/W-01 | Ceiling Mount Bracket, White, for B9 Series | Accessory, Optional |
| B101E001 | BL-BR4K-1 | HDBaseT Receiver | Accessory, Optional |
| L3030010 | B-DR10 | DIN Rail mount Kit | Accessory, Optional |
| B102E001 | BL-PP97 | 97W High Power POE Power Supply | Accessory, Optional |
Features
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Super High Resolution with Full HD 1080p60 Frame Rate Image
SDI: SMPTE compliant broadcast and ProAV workflow standards. HDMI: Provision of an HDMI video interface simplifies direct connection with a compatible video conferencing system, PC or HD video monitor.
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PTZ Movement
Extremely quiet and smooth operation for Pan/Tilt movements combined with enhanced adaptive, variable, and super slow speed control provides accurate and effective operation experiences. Picture Profile Preset: Image parameter settings restored with presets and quick access operation.
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Video Output
Simultaneous 4K HDMI1.4, 3G-SDI (6G-SDI upgradable via FW ), 4K IP streaming. Optional Video Card: HDBaseT and Optical 6G-SDI
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Remote Control and Setup PTZ Camera
Image parameter adjustments includes exposure, focus, iris, shutter speed, white balance, gamma, wide dynamic range, image stabilizer, flip/mirror and more with configurable video settings.
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Video Settings
Image parameter adjustments include exposure, focus, iris, shutter speed, white balance, gamma, wide dynamic range, E-flip/mirror and more with configurable video settings.
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Industry Standard and Compatibility
SDI: SMPTE compliant broadcast and ProAV workflow standards. HDMI: Provision of an HDMI video interface simplifies direct connection with a compatible video conferencing system, PC or HD video monitor.
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Full Resolution Frame Rate and Cinematic Pictures
Resolution supports up to 4K(2160P/29.97/23.98), 1080p60/59.94, 1080i59.94; The camera can also operate in Cinematic 24p mode, for video footage with a rich, filmic look.
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Made for Broadcast Use
Black Level, Color Matrix fine tune, Trace Memory, ND filter and comprehensive image parameter setting and tally lights for Broadcast-friendly use and Pro AV applications.
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Always Up to Date
Firmware updates, upgrade via USB and IP interface to keep camera features and performance up to date.
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Audio Embedded with Video Output
With audio Line-in available, audio embedded with SDI and HDMI output plus bi-directional audio IP streaming over network.
Specifications
| Image Sensor | 1.0-type back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor | |
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| Number of effective pixels | 14.2 Megapixels | |
| Picture elements | 3840 x 2160, 8.29 Megapixels | |
| Lens | Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens, 18X(4K), 24X(FHD) | |
| Horizontal Angle of View | 64.6˚ (Wide) - 6.1˚ (Tele), | |
| Focal Length | f=9.3 to 111.6mm, F2.8(Wide) ,F4.5(Tele) | |
| Min. object distance | 80mm (Wide), 1000mm (Tele) | |
| Aperture | F2.8 Constant (W)~to F4.5 (T) | |
| Min. Illumination | 0.5 lx (1/30 sec, 50%, High Sensitivity mode On) 2.0 lx (1/30 sec, 50%, High Sensitivity mode Off) 0.067 lx (1/4 sec (1/3 sec), 50%, High Sensitivity mode On) 0.267 lx (1/4 sec (1/3 sec), 50%, High Sensitivity mode Off) | |
| Shutter Speed | 1/1 sec to 1/10000 sec (28steps) | |
| Focus | Auto Focus(Trigger/Interval), Manual Focus(Variable Speed), One Push Trigger, Near Limit, | |
| White Balance | AUTO, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push WB, Manual WB, Outdoor Auto, Sodium Vapor Lamp（Fix/Auto/Outdoor Auto） | |
| Exposure | Full Auto, Gain, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual, Bright | |
| Features | High Sensitivity, Backlight Compensation, HLC, E-FLIP, Mirror, Day/Night | |
| WDR | YES(130dB), Shown as VISIBILITY ENHANCER in OSD | |
| ND Filter | YES | |
| Image Stabilizer | YES | |
| Color Gain | Yes (15 step) | |
| Color Hue | Yes (15 step) | |
| Gamma | Standard/Straight/Pattern | |
| Gamma Level | Yes (15 step) | |
| Black Level | Yes (97 step) | |
| Black Gamma | Yes (15 step) | |
| Color Matrix | Off/Standard/High Saturation/FL light | |
| Noise Reduction | 2D/3D | |
| S/N Ratio | ≥50db | |
| Video Format | HDMI：3840x2160p29.97/25/24/23.98; 1920x1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98; 1920x1080i60/59.94/50; 1280x720p60/ 59.94/50 3G-SDI: 1920x1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98; 1920x1080i60/59.94/50i; 1280x720p60/59.94/50 | |
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| Standard | SMPTE292M , SMPTE424M, SMPTE 425-A(3Gb/s), SMPTE 2081 With SMPTE352 SDI Metadata Supported | |
| 6G-SDI | Default 3G-SDI output, can be upgraded to 6G-SDI via software (optional, purchase separately) | |
| Video Compression | MJPEG,H.264/H.265 | |
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| IP Video Format | 3840x2160p30/25/24, 1920x1080p60/50/30/25/24, 1280x720p60/50 | |
| Protocols | TCP/IP, ICMP, ARP, RTP, UDP, HTTP, DNS, DHCP, FTP, NTP, RTMP, RTSP, SRT | |
| Multi-stream | 3 data stream function will satisfy various bandwidth, frame rates and storage requirements in real time | |
| Audio Compression | AAC-LC,G.711A/G.711U, Broadband Audio Encoding(Duplex Communicate Supported, Audio/Video synchronization) | |
| OSD | Customized OSD | |
| Compatible Integration | ONVIF2.4 (Profile S), VISCA Over IP | |
| Dual Output | True Dual Output : IP format can be set independently of SDI video format | |
| Browser Support | Cross Browser Compatibility - HTML5 support for Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari browsers without plugin | |
| Video Output | 3G-SDIX2, HDMI(1.4)X1, IP, HDBaseT(Module Optional), Optical(Module Optional) | |
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| 4K Video Output | A | Main 4K HDMI 1.4a Type-A X1 |
| B | 3G-SDIX2 | |
| C | 4K IP H.265/264 | |
| HD Video Output | A | HDMIX1 |
| B | 3G-SDI x2 | |
| C | Sub HD HDMIX1 (Not Activated) | |
| Color Precision | 10bit(SDI), 8bit(HDMI), YCbCr, 4:2:2 | |
| Color Space | YUV、RGB | |
| IP Video Stream | Up to 4K/30 and 1080p60 | |
| Camera Control Interface | RJ45X2-RS232/RS422, RJ45X1-IP Control, RJ45X1-HDBaseT, IR Remote Control | |
| Control Protocol | VISCA, VISCA Over IP, Pelco D, IP Onvif | |
| LAN | RJ45X1(1000Mb), 4K IP video streaming, System upgrade, POE(IEEE802.3bt) | |
| Synchronization | Internal synchronization | |
| External Sync. Input | BNCX1, 75Ω, BBS (Black Burst Sync), tri-level sync supported | |
| Audio I/O | Audio input x1, Audio output x1, 3.5mm audio jack | |
| Audio Output | Embedded with main HDMI, 24bit Stereo, Embedded with SDI, 24bit Stereo | |
| Dip Switch | Back Panel: 8 PIN x 1; Video Resolution Dip X1 | |
| System Firmware Upgrade | Upgrade for camera system and FPGA | |
| Gamma | Via USB2.0 (for FW upgrade only),via IP(for encoder and FPGA) | |
| Power Connector Type | IEC60130-10 (JEITA standard RC-5320A) TYPE4 | |
| Black Level | RJ45: PoE++ (IEEE802.3bt) | |
| Black Gamma | RJ45: POH(Power Over HDBaseT), HDBaseT Card Optional | |
| Optional Card Slots | YES, HDBaseT Video Card / Optical 6G-SDI Video Card. | |
| Tally Light | Two sets of lamps, Red Color, Front and Back | |
| Pan Movement | Horizontal:340° (-170° to +170°) continuous pan (Zoom Adaptive Speed Range: 0.05°〜70°/S ) | |
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| Tilt Movement | Vertical:+90 degrees to -30 degrees (Zoom Adaptive Speed Range: 0.05°〜60°/S) | |
| Preset Position | 255（Speed adjustable: Up to 70°/S, 9 presets on remote controller.) | |
| Preset Speed | 0~5 Level Adjustable, Motionless preset | |
| Preset Memory | YES, ( Picture Profile Preset-Preset Memory for image parameters, like: Backlight Compensation, White Balance, Auto Exposure, Bright, Iris, Shutter, Gain, Aperture, Effect, Noise Reduction, Mirror, Gamma, Ex-COMP, Color Hue, Contrast etc.) | |
| PTZ Trace Memory | Yes, 4 | |
| PTZ Motion Sync | - | |
| Quietness | NC35 or less | |
| Home Position | Support | |
| Environmental | Indoor | |
| HDBaseT Module | Detachable slot, 1XRJ45-HDBaseT(4K), With HDBaseT video output transmission distance up to 80-100 meters | |
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| Fiber Optic SDI Module | Detachable slot, Connector: Duplex LC | |
| Preset Position | Laser Unit: Single-mode 1,310nm DFB-LD transmitter and PIN receiver Complaint with MSA SFP+ Specification SFF-8402. | |
| Body Color | Black, White | |
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| Mount | Ceiling mount, Wall mount, Tripot | |
| Size of Screw Hole for Tripod | 1/4-20UNC x2 | |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to +40 (°C), 32 to 104 (°F) | |
| Operating Humidity | ≤80% Suitable for Use | |
| Power Input | 12VDC, PoE++ (IEEE802.3 bt Type 3 Class 5), PoH(Power Over HDBAaseT, IEEE 802.3bt) | |
| Power Consumption | Min: 27W(Static state with no movement); Max: 33Watts（Fully loaded operation） | |
| Dimension | 165x196x247mm | |
| Weight | 3.3kg (Net weight) | |
| Body Color | Black, White | |
| Model No. | BL-BR4K-1 | |
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| Input | 1XRJ45-HDBaseT | |
| Output | 1XHDMI Type A - HDMI 1.4b, 1XRJ45- IP Pass-Thru (100Mbps,extend connection only, not IP encoder) | |
| Power Input | DC54V, 2.77A | |
| Power Output | POH(Power Over HDBaseT), Power over one CAT6 network cable | |
| Power Comsumption | Up to 97W | |
| Control Interface | 2XRJ45-RS232/ RJ45-RS422/RS485, IR Control Sensor | |
| IR IN Control Interface | 3.5mm 3.5-5v TTL | |
| Audio Output | 3.5mm Jack | |
| Dimension | 164x118x33mm | |
| Weight | 0.52KG | |
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Tally Light
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Tally Light
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Lens - Optical+SRZ 18X with 4K, 24X with
FHD -
Operation Indicator LED, Control
Receiving Indicator LED -
IR Receiver Window
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Tally Light
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Tally Light
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Lens - Optical+SRZ 18X with 4K, 24X with
FHD -
Operation Indicator LED, Control
Receiving Indicator LED -
IR Receiver Window
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RJ45 port for RS-232 Control, RJ45 to
phoenix terminator included. -
RJ45 port for RS-422/485 Control, RJ45
to phoenix terminator included. -
3 Positions IR Selector
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Line-Out, 3.5mm Audio Output.
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Mic/Line-In, 3.5mm Audio Input.
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Video Format Selector
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12V DC Power Port, use the power adaptor
included. -
Ethernet RJ45 Port(1000BASE-T) for IP
Video Streaming Output and POE power
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USB Port for MCU Firmware upgrade
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HDMI1.4 Video Output, with audio
embedded -
HDMI1.4 Video Output - Not Activated
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3G-SDI Video Output
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3G-SDI Video Output
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External Genlock Input BNC connector
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Optional video output card slot;
Optional HDBaseT Card and Optical 6G-SDI
Card is available -
Rear Tally Lamp
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RJ45 port for RS-232 Control, RJ45 to
phoenix terminator included. -
RJ45 port for RS-422/485 Control, RJ45
to phoenix terminator included. -
3 Positions IR Selector
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Line-Out, 3.5mm Audio Output.
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Mic/Line-In, 3.5mm Audio Input.
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Video Format Selector
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12V DC Power Port, use the power adaptor
included. -
Ethernet RJ45 Port(1000BASE-T) for IP
Video Streaming Output and POE power
input -
USB Port for MCU Firmware upgrade
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HDMI1.4 Video Output, with audio
embedded -
HDMI1.4 Video Output - Not Activated
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3G-SDI Video Output
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3G-SDI Video Output
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External Genlock Input BNC connector
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Optional video output card slot;
Optional HDBaseT Card and Optical 6G-SDI
Card is available -
Rear Tally Lamp
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