🎮 LiveGear PTZ Camera Controller
The BG‑Commander line from BZBGEAR, branded under LiveGear, offers professional joystick control for PTZ cameras via both serial (RS‑232/422/485) and IP (VISCA over IP, ONVIF) protocols. Available in models like the Commander‑Jr (compact), Commander (standard), and Commander‑Pro (with touchscreen), they deliver precision PTZ operation with configurable presets, exposure adjustments, and multi-camera support up to 255 cameras.
✅ Key Features & Benefits:
- 🕹 Joystick Control with Speed Adjustment:
- Smooth pan/tilt movement and zoom control with 7-level speed adjustment, offering accurate positioning.
- 🖥 Multi-Protocol Compatibility:
- Supports VISCA, VISCA over IP, ONVIF, and Pelco‑D/P across serial and network connections for flexible camera integration.
- 🔢 Camera & Preset Management:
- Control up to 255 cameras, with 10 user presets per camera, and quick recall via dedicated buttons for intuitive operation.
- 📷 Real-Time Image Adjustments:
- On-device knobs let you tweak exposure, white balance, gain, iris, and more—with feedback on an LCD screen or LED indicators
- 🔌 PoE Support (Select Models):
- Simplifies installation using a single Ethernet cable for power and data (Commander and Commander‑Pro).
- 💡 Backlit Buttons & OLED Interface:
- Designed for low-light environments, offering crisp feedback with bright buttons and display.
- 📐 Secure & Durable Build:
- Housed in a metal chassis for long-term use in broadcast, house-of-worship, and production environments.
📊 Model Comparison:
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Commander-Jr | Compact | LED Status Panel | No | Up to 5 | 7-Level | Lightweight or budget setups |
Commander (Standard) | Full-size | LCD with camera info | Yes | Up to 255 | 7-Level | Live production, mid-size deployments |
Commander-Pro | Full-size + Touchscreen | 7″ Touch UI | Yes | Up to 255 | 7-Level | High-end broadcast & studios |
🎯 Ideal Use Scenarios:
- Managing multiple PTZ cameras in conference rooms, worship houses, or production studios
- Precise pan‑tilt‑zoom moves with programmable presets for event broadcast
- Real-time image control (iris, gain, white balance, focus) on-site
- Balanced portable-to-full‑feature setups with PoE support, network control, and ergonomic design
💡 Why Choose It?
- Versatile Control Formats (serial + IP) for maximum equipment compatibility
- Preset-Based Efficiency: recall positions fast even in complex productions
- Professional Image Control directly from the controller
- Compact Yet Powerful: choose based on budget and scope—from Jr to Pro for large-scale workflows