Middle Things APC-R Controller for PTZ Type Control

Upgrade your live video production with the Middle Things APC-R! Transform your camera into a high - quality PTZ head. Control one or more DJI gimbals from a single laptop using a USB gaming joystick. Map joystick buttons and axes to gimbal actions like Pan/Tilt/Roll/Speed or Zoom motor easily and affordably. If you use Blackmagic cameras, control Shutter/Iris/WB/Gain/Focus. Connect an ATEM switcher for advanced settings such as Luma/Gamma/Lift/Contrast/Saturation and Sharpening. The APC - R and Middle Control fit seamlessly into your live production. Setup is a breeze with just one cable between the APC - R and the gimbal, and it has low power consumption. You can add an ethernet cable for a wired connection. Save custom camera position presets with DJI RS2, and other presets with Blackmagic cameras or MFT lenses. Use the built - in Wi - Fi for wireless control, and soon you can recall presets with Companion. Control up to eight gimbals/cameras. Compatible with many DJI gimbals, Blackmagic cameras, and ATEM switchers. Check middlethings.co/support for the latest compatibility info.

Using the Middle Things APC - R is quite simple. First, connect the APC - R to your gimbal with the included cable. The gimbal will power the APC - R, which has low power consumption. If you want a more reliable connection, you can add an ethernet cable from the APC - R to your computer or network router. The connection to the camera is made via Bluetooth. To control the gimbal, use any USB gaming joystick with the Middle Control desktop software. You can map the joystick's axis and buttons to different gimbal actions like panning, tilting, or zooming. If you're using Blackmagic cameras, you can control additional settings. When using an ATEM switcher, connect it to the Middle Control software for even more advanced camera settings. For saving presets, if you're using DJI RS2, you can save custom camera positions. With Blackmagic cameras, you can save other types of presets. And if you have an MFT lens, you can save the focus distance. You can also use the built - in Wi - Fi for wireless control. Just remember that compatibility can change as new products come out, so check middlethings.co/support for the latest info. For maintenance, keep the device clean and avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you have any issues, refer to the official support page for troubleshooting.