Middle Things APC-R Mini PTZ Controller

Elevate your live production setup with the Middle Things APC-R Mini, a cutting-edge solution that transforms your 3-axis gimbals into high-quality, remotely controlled PTZ heads. Designed to provide superior optical quality and affordability, the APC-R Mini allows you to integrate your preferred lenses, cameras, and gimbals into a versatile remote camera system. This innovative tool is an excellent alternative to traditional PTZ cameras, offering the benefit of larger sensors and custom lenses for enhanced image quality.

The APC-R Mini integrates seamlessly with your live production workflow, enabling precise control over your camera setup. Using the Middle Control desktop software, you can map USB gaming joystick axes and buttons to gimbal functions such as Pan, Tilt, Roll, Speed, or Zoom. Alternatively, the professional Middle Remote controller provides an additional control option. This flexibility makes the APC-R Mini a cost-effective solution for achieving high-quality PTZ functionality.

Features

• Remote Gimbal Control: Connects to DJI RS2, RS3 Pro, RS4, or RS4 Pro gimbals, drawing power directly from the gimbal's RSA accessory port. Supports LAN Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity for network integration.
• Remote Camera Control: Compatible with Blackmagic Design cameras for remote adjustment of Shutter, Iris, White Balance, Gain, Focus, and more. Integrates with ATEM switchers for advanced camera settings control.
• Multiple Control Options: Control options include USB gaming joysticks, Middle Remote, BitFocus Companion, and TCP access with SDK/API.
• Save Position Presets: Save and recall custom camera position presets and settings, including White Balance, ISO, Iris, Shutter, and lens Focus distance.
• Wireless Camera Control: Built-in Wi-Fi allows for wireless control, with automatic switching from Ethernet to Wi-Fi as needed. The built-in Tally light indicates On Air or Preview status.
• Easy-to-Use Software: Middle Control for Mac OS supports USB joystick controllers, custom position presets, device updates, and network settings adjustments.
• BitFocus Companion Support: Control using a Streamdeck via BitFocus Companion for enhanced integration, preset management, and custom data usage.
• Multiple Gimbals Support: Control up to 8 different gimbals and cameras with individual APC-R Mini units for each camera.

Technical Specifications

Input Power
Directly from the gimbal or USB-C (5V max)
Power Consumption
1W
Bluetooth Wireless Frequency
2.4GHz
WiFi Wireless Frequency
2.4GHz
Weight
0.12 lbs / 54 g
Width
3.2 cm
Height
2.4 cm
Length
9.5 cm
Storage Temperature
14 to 140°F / -10 to 60°C
Package Weight
0.07 kg / 0.15 lbs
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4 cm x 4 cm x 11 cm | 1” x 4.7” x 2.4”

In the Box

• 1x APC-R Mini Controller

Compatibility

The APC-R Mini can control the following gimbals:
DJI RS 2
DJI RS 3 Pro
DJI RS 4
DJI RS 4 Pro

The APC-R Mini can control the following cameras:
Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G1 & G2
Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Pro
Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus
Blackmagic Ursa Broadcast
Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro
Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro G2
Blackmagic Micro Studio 4K G2

The APC-R Mini is compatible with the majority of Blackmagic Design ATEM Switchers:
ATEM Mini / Mini Pro / Mini Pro ISO
ATEM Mini Extreme / Extreme ISO
ATEM Television Studio HD8 & 4K8
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 / 4K / HD