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Software and hardware designed to unify live multi-camera production, including cinematic PTZ controllers and tactile remote surfaces.

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What's inside Middle Things

  1. Overview of Middle Control software

    Middle Control is a free desktop workspace used to drive up to 15 cameras and gimbals from a single computer, supporting over 200 cameras. It includes Live View and integrates with native joysticks, Stream Deck, and Bitfocus Companion.

    • Compatibility: macOS 12.4+ (Stable), Windows 10/11 (Public Beta).
    • Middle Control Pro: A paid one-time license (macOS only) that adds Multi View, ATEM Link, VISCA over IP, Automations, Video Output, and Record Center.

  2. Access Middle Things technical resources

    Developers and operators can access the following technical resources:

    • Documentation: Firmware notes and troubleshooting guides at https://www.middlethings.co/support/docs/.
    • Compatibility Matrix: A live list of supported DJI gimbals, Blackmagic cameras, and ATEM switchers at https://www.middlethings.co/support/docs/compatibility/.

  3. Middle Fiber signal transmission product line

    A family of rugged Neutrik OpticalCON Duo and opticalCON MTP fiber converters for 3G / 6G / 12G-SDI live production:

    • Fiber Camera Box 12G: Camera-mount converter (SDI in/out → OpticalCON Duo). V-Lock clamp, D-Tap power.
    • Fiber Camera Box PTZ 12G: Same as above with added 1G LAN over fiber (Master/Slave variants).
    • Fiber Dispatch 5 12G: 1U rack converter for 5 cameras (5× SDI in/out → 5× OpticalCON Duo). AC powered.
    • Fiber Dispatch 4 PTZ 12G: 4-camera variant with a shared 1G LAN trunk.
    • Fiber Unite 5/10 12G: 1U/2U rack units merging SDI pairs and LAN into one MTP 12 fiber trunk.
    • Fiber Bridge 5/10: Passive stage boxes splitting MTP trunks into OpticalCON Duo pairs and LAN.
    • Optical Basic LC Duplex: Single-mode LC fiber cables (0.2 m to 150 m) with TPU jacket and steel armor.

  4. Compare APC-R gimbal control hardware

    Middle Things offers three tiers of network gimbal controllers to turn DJI RS-series gimbals and Blackmagic cameras into remote-controlled PTZ heads:

    • APC-R (Flagship): Full-featured controller with Wired Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Includes external twin antennas and an AUX port for Middle Tally. Ships with 50 cm and 200 cm gimbal cables.
    • APC-R Mini: A 54g dongle that bolts to the gimbal's RSA port. Combines APC-R electronics, Gimbal Adapter, and Middle Tally. Supports Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and Bluetooth. Compatible with CANBUS gimbals only (RS2, RS3 Pro, RS4, RS4 Pro, RS5). Price: €449.
    • APC-R Mini Lite: Entry-level controller. Wired Ethernet only (no Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or tally). Price: €349.

  5. Middle Remote tactile broadcast surface specifications

    The Middle Remote is a modular tactile surface used to drive gimbals and cameras via APC-R or cameras directly via an ATEM switcher.

    • Hardware: 3-axis joystick, 4 RGB buttons, and 8 touch-sensitive encoders with per-encoder OLED displays (synced with Blackmagic ATEM).
    • Connectivity: USB-C.
    • Physical: 720 g; modular construction allows for swappable button tiles and expansion for encoders or motorized faders.