The BZBGear BG-Commander controls up to seven cameras for small to medium-scale productions. The controller has up to ten quick-access presets but can support up to 255 presets.
KC Mitchell, production manager at Manna Church in Colorado Springs gives us insight as to how they incorporated the BG-Commander PTZ controller from BZBGear into their current live stream workflow --- including how to use this controller to get a more cinematic look from PTZ cameras.
The BZBGear BG-Commander Camera Controller has earned the Church Production Road-test certification. Learn more here.
In this video, he shares some great techniques that allowed his team to elevate the whole look at Manna Church with this camera/controller system.
The church worships at Harrison High School, which has a 700-seat auditorium that is used throughout the week for school activities.
Mitchell says he has not previously used PTZ cameras and is not a networking pro – but he was pleasantly surprised at the ease of use of this system.
Expecting professional results from volunteer camera operators can be frustrating. Camera moves programmed into the BG-Commander from BZBGear can be accessed with a single button push.
The BG-Commander PTZ joystick controller is designed for both IP and serial PTZ cameras. It features a high-contrast LCD screen and backlit buttons to enhance the user experience in low-light conditions. A solid metal chassis is designed to stand up to years of heavy use.
It controls up to seven cameras for small to medium-scale productions. The controller has up to ten quick-access presets but can support up to 255 presets. It includes controls for white balance, focus, iris, and backlight settings. Control is provided by a LAN port or RS232, RS422, and RS485 connections. The BG-Commander supports IP VISCA, ONVIF, VISCA, PELCO-D, and PELCO-P control protocols.
Learn more about the BG-Commander PTZ joystick controller at BZBGear.com.
