Retractable camera mounting mechanism
First Claim
1. A mounting apparatus for a surveillance camera comprising an annular bearing assembly for installation adjacent to an opening in a planar surface, a camera support pivotally attached to said bearing assembly at a pivot point above said planar surface, a first motor for imparting pivotal movement to said camera support such that said camera support may be extended below said planar surface through said opening, and may be fully retracted through said opening to a position above said planar surface.
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Abstract
A viewing angle-dependent retractable surveillance camera mounting mechanism allowing for pivotal movement of the camera (tilt and retraction capability) fully up into the interior of the housing; and correlation of the camera tilt/retraction angle to the lens telephoto angle and zoom in order to provide a consistent view. A protective cover and a fixed or movable dome bubble may be provided with the camera mounting mechanism.
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10 Claims
- 1. A mounting apparatus for a surveillance camera comprising an annular bearing assembly for installation adjacent to an opening in a planar surface, a camera support pivotally attached to said bearing assembly at a pivot point above said planar surface, a first motor for imparting pivotal movement to said camera support such that said camera support may be extended below said planar surface through said opening, and may be fully retracted through said opening to a position above said planar surface.
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