Name: Middle Things APC-R Controller
Brand: Tanotis
SKU: middle-things-apc-r-controller-2
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Middle Things APC-R Controller

$331.66

Original: $1,105.54

-70%

Middle Things APC-R Controller—

$1,105.54

$331.66

Original: $1,105.54

-70%

Middle Things APC-R Controller—

$1,105.54

$331.66

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Middle Things APC-R Overview

1Description
2Simple to Set Up
3Remote Camera Control
4Save Preset Positions
5Wireless
6Two Included Software Apps
7Compatible Gimbals
8Compatible Cameras
9Compatible ATEM Switchers

Introducing the APC-R | The Ultimate Gimbal Controller for Live Production

Turn your compatible DJI gimbal into a PTZ system with the Middle Things APC-R Controller, and take advantage of the smooth motor moves and sharp optics of your camera to create images without needing a discrete PTZ camera system. Each APC-R can control one gimbal/camera setup, and you can control up to eight setups from a single laptop using a single USB gaming-style controller. Combine the DJI gimbal with a compatible Blackmagic Design camera, and you get the equivalent of a high-end PTZ camera system.

Using the Middle Control desktop software allows you to map joystick controls and actions to your gimbal to make it perform as if it were a dedicated PTZ head. The software also enables control of shutter, iris, WB, gain, and focus when using select Blackmagic Design cameras. Adding a Blackmagic ATEM switcher to the mix provides you with control over even more advanced camera functions such as luma, gamma, lift, contrast, saturation, and sharpening.

Simple to Set Up

Run a single cable between the APC-R and your gimbal for communication and power.
For additional reliability use a wired Ethernet connection from the APC-R to your computer or network router.
The connection from the APC-R to the camera is via Bluetooth.

Remote Camera Control

Use compatible Blackmagic Design cameras on your gimbal to remotely control shutter/iris/white balance/gain/focus through Bluetooth in addition to the pan, tilt, roll, speed, or zoom motor of the gimbal.
When using an ATEM switcher, you can connect the Middle Control desktop software to the ATEM to control more advanced camera settings such as luma, gamma, lift, contrast, saturation, and sharpening.

Save Preset Positions

When using the APC-R with the DJI RS2, you can save custom camera position presets and recall them later. Store a custom white balance/ISO/iris/shutter/tint preset in addition to the pan/tilt/roll/zoom status of the gimbal when using a compatible Blackmagic Design camera and ATEM switcher. If you use an MFT lens with electronic communication, you can also save the lens focus distance.

Wireless

In addition to the built-in Ethernet port that offers a wired control solution, you can use the built-in Wi-Fi receiver to control the gimbal and camera completely wirelessly. When the Ethernet cable is disconnected, the APC-R will automatically switch to Wi-Fi within a few seconds.
When connected to an ATEM switcher over Wi-Fi, the APC-R grabs all the ATEM Software Control camera controls and forwards them to the Blackmagic camera using Bluetooth. Pair that with a video transmission system, and you have a fully wireless remote-controlled camera setup.

Two Included Software Apps

The Middle Setup iOS app allows you to adjust your APC-R settings easily via Bluetooth camera pairing for Wi-Fi and network settings, camera number, and more.
The Middle Control desktop app lets you control all your cameras and gimbals remotely from one laptop in your control room. You can connect up to four USB joysticks controllers, and map camera and gimbal settings to any joystick button or axis.

Compatible Gimbals

DJI Ronin RS2
DJI Ronin-S
DJI Ronin-SC
DJI Ronin-2

Note:

Please note, an optional DJI R Focus Wheel is required for use with the Ronin-S, SC, and RS2 as the APC-R connects to the focus Wheel Data Port. Additionally, the DJI Ronin RS2 is the only gimbal that supports Position Presets and the DJI Focus Motor Control.

Compatible Cameras

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Blackmagic Ursa Broadcast
Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro
Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro G2

The following cameras allow you to record focus distance with position presets:

Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Pro
Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus
Blackmagic Micro Studio 4K (needs its SDI IN connected to an ATEM PGM output and ATEM connected to Middle Control

Compatible ATEM Switchers

ATEM Mini/Mini Pro/Mini Pro ISO
ATEM Mini Extreme/Extreme ISO
ATEM Television Studio HD
ATEM Television Studio Pro HD
ATEM Television Studio Pro 4K
ATEM Production Studio 4K
ATEM 1M/E & 2M/E Production Studio 4K
ATEM 4M/E Broadcast Studio 4K
ATEM Constellation 8K

In the Box

Middle Things APC-R Controller
Gimbal Cable (1.6')
Gimbal cable (6.5')
2 x Wireless Antenna
Limited 1-Year Warranty

Table of Contents

Description
Simple to Set Up
Remote Camera Control
Save Preset Positions
Wireless
Two Included Software Apps
Compatible Gimbals
Compatible Cameras
Compatible ATEM Switchers

Middle Things APC-R Specs

Power	Input 5V USB Power Source From Gimbal (S.Bus/ CANBus) Consumption 1 W
Wireless	Wi-Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz Bluetooth Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Connectors	Front Wireless Antenna Bluetooth: RP-SMA Wi-Fi: RP-SMA Rear 1 x Micro-USB (for Power, Update, Setup) 1 x RJ45 1 x 4-Pin S.Bus (for DJI Ronin-S/SC/2 Using the DJI Focus Wheel; Can Supply Power) 1 x 4-Pin CANBus (for DJI RS2 Using the DJI Focus Wheel; Can Supply Power) 1 x USB Type-C (Future Functionality)
Dimensions	4.9 x 3.14 x 1.18" / 12.5 x 8 x 3 cm 6.3 x 1.18 x 1.18" / 16 x 8 x 8 cm (with Antenna)
Weight	7.83 oz / 222 g

Packaging Info

Package Weight	1.06 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	7.2 x 5.1 x 2.3"

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