Rotoclear · Camera systems compared
Rotoclear C Basic vs C2: which camera system fits your machine
The C Basic is the entry-level system: one 4K camera head and a live HDMI feed to a display, with no network setup. The C2 adds a second camera head for two perspectives at once, network streaming to any screen, and recording of specific process steps. A C Basic can be upgraded to a C2 later.
C Basic vs C2, side by side
| Feature | Rotoclear C Basic | Rotoclear C2 |
|---|---|---|
| Features | ||
| Camera perspectives | One perspective | Up to two perspectives simultaneously |
| Ports & protocols | HDMI and USB | HDMI, USB, Ethernet and RTSP |
| Self-cleaning spinning window | Included | Included |
| Mount at the top, side, or on the tool | Included | Included |
| Built-in high-output lighting | Included | Included |
| Auto-alignment sensor | Included | Included |
| Digital zoom | 3× | 3× |
| 4K HDMI streaming | Included | Included |
| Network / web streaming | Not included | Included |
| Touch-friendly interface | Not included | Included |
| Remote viewing | Not included | Included |
| Network integration | Not included | Included |
| Over-the-air software updates | Not included | Included |
| Open API | Not included | Included |
| Recording resolution | Not included | Max. FullHD |
| Exportable recordings | Not included | Included |
| Technical data | ||
| Camera head — diameter | 2.76 in | 2.76 in |
| Camera head — length (without mount) | 1.97 in | 1.97 in |
| Control unit — length | 6.77 in | 7.76 in |
| Control unit — width | 3.23 in (4.13 in incl. clip) | 4.09 in (4.96 in incl. clip) |
| Control unit — height | 1.65 in | 1.73 in |
| Rated voltage | 24 VDC, protected against reverse polarity | 24 VDC, protected against reverse polarity |
| Power consumption | 36 W max. (1 camera head, 2 signal amplifiers) | 60 W max. (2 camera heads, 4 signal amplifiers) |
| Current | 1.5 A max. (1 camera head, 2 signal amplifiers) | 2.5 A max. (2 camera heads, 4 signal amplifiers) |
| Ethernet | — | 1 × 1 Gbit/s and 1 × 100 Mbit/s |
| USB | 2 × USB 2.0 (500 mA max. each) | 3 × USB 2.0 (500 mA max. each) |
| Video signal | HDMI (1×) | HDMI (1×) |
| Data | 1 × M12 x-coded (female) | 2 × M12 x-coded (female) |
On the C Basic, the control unit is the HDMI unit. Source data: the Rotoclear C-line technical specifications and product comparison.
Which one for which machine
Choose the C Basic
- You want a live view at the machine, on a monitor next to it.
- One perspective is enough: the tool, or a top or side view of the table.
- You want no network setup: HDMI straight to the display.
Choose the C2
- You want two perspectives at once, such as a tool close-up and the full table.
- The live view should reach other screens on your network.
- You want to record specific process steps.
- The machine is large: the C-Extender takes cable runs to 40 m, or 60 m with two.
Need every job recorded automatically? That is the C Pro. Rotoclear C Pro →