Last updated: 11 August 2026. Prices are in AUD and correct at the time of writing, check the linked product pages for live pricing and stock. Specifications are from Autocue's published material.
The Autocue PTZ Prompter is an all-in-one teleprompter built specifically for robotic pan-tilt-zoom cameras. Instead of bolting a normal prompter onto a PTZ head and fighting the calibration, it houses the PTZ camera inside the hood, adds in-hood calibration so you never remove the glass, and tidies away the cabling and power supply, so a remote or automated studio stays clean and repeatable. This guide explains what it is, how it solves the PTZ problem, the two ways to buy it, and how to complete a remote setup.
Why PTZ cameras need a purpose-built prompter
PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras are now everywhere in corporate studios, lecture theatres, houses of worship and unmanned broadcast galleries, because one operator, or an automation system, can run several cameras remotely. The catch is prompting. A standard on-camera prompter is designed around a fixed camera and lens, so putting one in front of a moving robotic head usually means awkward mounting, fiddly alignment, and re-calibrating the camera-to-glass relationship every time something moves. The Autocue PTZ Prompter is designed from the ground up to remove that friction, so a robotic camera can read a script down the lens without a technician babysitting it.
What the Autocue PTZ Prompter does
Autocue describes it as a clean, all-in-one solution for studios, corporate environments and educational settings. The core ideas are:
- The camera lives inside the hood. The PTZ camera mounts within the prompter enclosure, with an adjustable position so you can set the presenter's eyeline correctly rather than compromising it.
- In-hood calibration. You calibrate the camera to the beam-splitter glass without removing the glass or pulling the camera out, which is the step that normally makes PTZ prompting slow.
- Tidy by design. Built-in cable management and an internal power-supply housing keep the installation neat, which matters when the whole point is an unmanned, remotely operated position.
- Flexible mounting. VESA mounting points on the top and rear of the hood give you options for how the unit sits on a stand, pedestal or wall bracket.
Camera compatibility and auto-calibration
Autocue lists support for the Sony FR7 and Canon N300 PTZ cameras. The Sony FR7 is called out for auto-calibration on power-up, so the prompter and camera re-align themselves when the system is switched on, which is exactly what you want in a studio that runs without a dedicated prompter operator. If you run a different PTZ camera, confirm fit and calibration support with us before ordering, as compatibility is tied to the camera models Autocue has qualified.
Two ways to buy: complete system or mounting package
There are two products, and which one you want depends on whether you need the monitor too.
| Product | What it is | Best for | Approx. price (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19" Pioneer PTZ Teleprompter | Complete system: PTZ hood plus a 19" Pioneer high-brightness monitor | A turnkey, ready-to-run PTZ prompter | ~$15,449.95 |
| PTZ Mounting Package | Composite hood, flexible VESA mounting and camera-support fixings (no monitor) | Adding a PTZ hood to a monitor you already run | ~$8,899.95 |
The 19" Pioneer PTZ Teleprompter is the complete package: it pairs the PTZ hood with a 19" Pioneer high-brightness monitor, so the reflected text stays legible even under bright studio lighting. The PTZ Mounting Package is the hood, VESA mounting and camera-support fixings on their own, the right choice if you already have a suitable Autocue Pioneer monitor and just need the PTZ enclosure and mounting.
Build and design
The prompter uses a durable composite enclosure with a matte black finish, so it stays discreet on camera and holds up to studio use. The adjustable in-hood camera position lets you dial in the presenter's eyeline, the VESA points on the top and rear give you mounting flexibility, and the internal PSU housing and cable management keep the rig looking like a permanent installation rather than a temporary lash-up. Autocue does not publish exact dimensions, weight or monitor resolution on the PTZ prompter page, so confirm those details with us if they matter for your mount or shipping.
Software and control
Like the rest of the Pioneer range, the PTZ prompter runs on Autocue's Pioneer prompting software, available as a 1-year license or a lifetime license. Pioneer supports multiple simultaneous outputs and controllers, live editing while the prompt keeps running, newsroom integration and PowerPoint triggering, the tools a multi-camera or automated gallery needs. For how the software tiers differ, see our Autocue teleprompter buying guide and the complete Autocue guide. In a self-operated PTZ studio the presenter often paces their own read with a hands-free foot control, or an operator drives the scroll from the gallery.
Completing a remote PTZ setup
A PTZ prompter usually sits inside a larger remote-camera workflow, so a few accessories round it out:
- Talent feedback: a 22" Talent Monitor below the lens lets the presenter see the program feed, a clock or notes, useful when there is no floor manager.
- Signal conversion: PTZ cameras and galleries often mix IP and SDI. The IP to 2xSDI converter brings an IP or NDI camera feed into an SDI world, and the HDMI to SDI adaptor handles shorter runs and monitor feeds.
- Spare glass: keep a large hood glass on hand as a service spare for a permanent install.
Who it is for
The PTZ Prompter suits any studio moving to robotic cameras and wanting the presenter to still read down the lens: corporate communications and town-hall studios, universities and lecture capture, houses of worship, and broadcast or streaming galleries running unmanned positions. If your studio is built around the Sony FR7 or Canon N300, the auto-calibration and in-hood design make it close to plug-and-play.
Popular PTZ cameras on the market
The Autocue PTZ Prompter is designed around the Sony FR7 and Canon N300, so those two are the confirmed, plug-and-play choices. For context, here are the current, widely used professional PTZ cameras from the major brands. If you want to run one of the others in the prompter, check compatibility and calibration with us first.
Panasonic
- AW-UE160: flagship 4K/60p with a 1-inch sensor and advanced autofocus.
- AW-UE150A: long-serving 4K/60p 1-inch broadcast flagship.
- AW-UE100: 4K/60p with strong NDI streaming, 1/2.5-inch sensor.
- AW-HE145: 4K/30p 1-inch, SDI-focused studio camera.
- AW-UE80: 4K/60p with 24x zoom, a premium mid-tier workhorse.
- AW-UE50 and AW-UE40: 4K/30p ultra-quiet mid-tier cameras.
- AW-UE30 and AW-UE20: 4K/30p entry models with 20x and 12x zoom.
- AW-UE4 and AW-UE5: compact ultra-wide 4K AI cameras for small rooms.
- AW-UR100: 4K/60p IP65 outdoor PTZ.
Sony
- FR7 (ILME-FR7): full-frame E-mount Cinema Line PTZ, the premium cinema pick and the model this prompter supports.
- BRC-AM7: premium 4K/60p with a 1-inch sensor and AI auto-framing for sports and live events.
- SRG-A40: 4K PTZ with AI auto-framing and face registration.
- SRG-A12: compact 4K AI PTZ.
- SRG-X400 and SRG-X120: established 4K PTZ workhorses.
Canon
- CR-N700: flagship 4K with a larger 1/1.8-inch sensor.
- CR-N500: 4K with 15x zoom, an established mid-to-high model.
- CR-N400: newest higher-end model, 4K/60p, 20x zoom, 12G and 3G-SDI with genlock and timecode.
- CR-N350: cost-effective sibling to the N400, 4K over HDMI and IP with Full HD over SDI. Canon positions the N400 and N350 between the N300 and N500.
- CR-N300: compact 4K/60p 20x camera, supported by this prompter.
- CR-N100: compact entry 4K PTZ.
- CR-X300 and CR-X500: outdoor, weather-resistant PTZ cameras.
PTZ line-ups change often, so treat this as a snapshot at the time of writing and confirm current models and specifications on each manufacturer's site.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Autocue PTZ Prompter?
It is an all-in-one teleprompter designed for pan-tilt-zoom (robotic) cameras. The PTZ camera mounts inside the prompter hood, and you calibrate it to the glass without removing the glass or the camera, with built-in cable management and an internal power supply for a tidy, remotely operated installation.
Which PTZ cameras work with the Autocue PTZ Prompter?
Autocue lists the Sony FR7 and Canon N300. The Sony FR7 auto-calibrates on power-up. If you use a different PTZ camera, check compatibility with us first, as support depends on the specific camera model.
What is the difference between the PTZ Teleprompter and the PTZ Mounting Package?
The 19" Pioneer PTZ Teleprompter is the complete system, the PTZ hood plus a 19" Pioneer high-brightness monitor. The PTZ Mounting Package is just the hood, VESA mounting and camera-support fixings, for when you already have a suitable monitor and only need the PTZ enclosure.
Do I need special software for the PTZ prompter?
It runs on Autocue's Pioneer prompting software, available as a 1-year or lifetime license. Pioneer supports multiple outputs and controllers, live editing, newsroom integration and PowerPoint triggering, which suits multi-camera and automated studios.
Why not just put a normal prompter on a PTZ camera?
A standard prompter is designed around a fixed camera and needs re-aligning whenever the setup moves, which is slow on a robotic head. The PTZ Prompter houses the camera inside the hood and calibrates in place, so a remote or automated camera stays aligned without a technician resetting it.
Where to buy in Australia
Black Flag Distribution is the official Australian distributor of Autocue. We supply an Australia-wide network of authorised retailers and stockists rather than selling direct to the public, so there is a local dealer who can help wherever you are. To check pricing and availability and to buy, use the Black Flag Distribution store finder to find an authorised retailer or stockist near you. Search our store finder to locate your nearest Australian stockist and purchase from an authorised dealer.
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