BZB Gear Mini Pro User manual

BG-Commander-Jr
Mini Pro PTZ Controller
User Manual

BZBGEAR BG-Commander-Jr PRODUCT MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Statement 4
Safety Precaution 4
Introduction 5
Features 5
Packing List 5
Specifications 6
Operation Controls and Functions 7
Interface Function and Connection Diagram 11
System Menu Operation Instructions 13
System Menu Guide 15
Tech Support 16
Warranty 16
Mission Statement 16
Copyright 16
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Statement
Please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating, or configuring this
product. Please save this manual for future reference.
Safety Precaution
●To prevent damaging this product, avoid heavy pressure, strong vibration, or immersion
during transportation, storage, and installation.
●The housing of this product is made of organic materials. Do not expose to any liquid,
gas, or solids which may corrode the shell.
●Do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
●To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the case. Installation and maintenance
should only be carried out by qualified technicians.
●Do not use the product beyond the specified temperature, humidity, or power supply
specifications.
●This product does not contain parts that can be maintained or repaired by users.
Damage caused by dismantling the product without authorization from BZBGEAR is not
covered under the warranty policy.
●Installation and use of this product must strictly comply with local electrical safety
standards.
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Introduction
The BG-Commander-Jr is a compact professional-grade joystick controller. The 2-axis
joystick and zoom bridge key design provides refined control, durability, and stability. The
responsive silicone buttons are backlit for a comfortable user experience in low light
environments.
The BG-Commander-Jr is designed for simultaneous communication and system
compatibility with its integrated VISCA, UDP, and PELCO P/D control protocols in addition
to RS232, RS422/RS485, and IP(UDP) interfaces.
This compact and versatile controller is ideal for an array of applications ranging from
professional AV systems, broadcasting, education, telemedicine, to video conferencing,
houses of worship, and more.
Features
●Intuitive compact design.
●4 color LED multi-screen display.
●Separated Pan/Tilt joystick and zoom keys for better control and reliability.
●7-level PTZ speed control with visual indicator.
●One-button click for auto, manual, and OPT focus modes.
●Wide compatibility allows for control of most PTZ cameras.
●Password settings available
●Shows preset set, call, & reset in real-time on the main display screen.
Packing List
●BG-Commander-Jr
●4-pin Phoenix Connector
●Power Adapter
●User Manual
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Specifications
Communication and Control Interface
RS422/RS485 Interface
Phoenix Contact 4 pin 3.81mm Terminal
RS232C Interface
DB9 Male Interface
LAN Interface
RJ45 Female Interface
Power Supply
JEITA Type 4 Female Interface
Upgrade Online
Micro USB Female Interface
Camera Control and Operation
Supported number of cameras
5
Communication Protocol
VISCA, PELCO P/D, UDP
Number of LED Displays
4 Units Color LED Display Screen
Number of Camera Channels
5
Variable knobs
4
Joystick
2-Axis
Zoom Mode
Tele-Wide Bridge Keys
Buttons
17 Silicon Button
Presets Short keys
5 Presets per Each channel
Focus Mode
Auto/ Manual/ OPT
Pan/Tilt Rotation Speed
7-Level Adjustment
Zoom In/Out Speed
7-Level Adjustment
AE Mode
The mode can be switched arbitrarily, and the value can be adjusted
WB Mode
Camera Menu
One-keys for call
Control Signal Format
Baud Rate
2400bps, 4800bps, 9600bps, 19200bps, 38400bps
Date Bits
8 Bit
Stop Bit
1 Bit
Parity bit
NONE
Internet Protocol
UDP / VISCA OVER IP
Power Supply and Consumption
Rated Voltage
DC 12V
Rated Current
0.3A max
Max Power Consumption
3.6W
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Physical and Misc.
Password Privacy Protection
YES
Kingston's Lock Holes
YES
Working Temperature
0℃ ~ 40℃（32 ℉ ~ 104 ℉）
Storage Temperature
-20℃ ~ +60℃（-4 ℉ ~ 140 ℉）
Working Environment
Indoor
Dimensions ( L× W × H )
244 × 164 × 48mm
Gross Weight
1.1 kg
Operation Controls and Functions
1. Knob 1 adjusts the camera exposure parameter or red gain value depending on mode
selected (see below). Turning the knob to the right increases the red gain value, while
turning left decreases the red gain value.
2. Knob 2 adjusts the camera exposure parameter or blue gain value depending on mode
selected (see below). Turning the knob to the right increases the blue gain value, while
turning left decreases the blue gain value.
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3. Knob 3 adjusts the camera exposure parameter. Turning the knob to the right increases
the camera exposure, while turning left decreases the camera exposure.
4. LED Display: Displays the values adjusted by knob 1.
5. LED Display: Displays the values adjusted by knob 2.
6. LED Display: Displays the values adjusted by knob 3.
7. Zoom Bridge Key: Controls the camera's zoom in/out. For example, press the 'TELE'
end of the bridge key to zoom in, and press ‘WIDE’ to zoom out. The zoom speed is
pressure sensitive. The harder the key is pressed, the faster the camera zooms.
8. Focus Functions
The [AUTO] button can be pressed to change the focus mode from manual to automatic or
vice versa. When the backlight of the [AUTO] button is lit, the camera is in autofocus mode.
When the backlight of the [AUTO] button is off, the camera is in manual focus mode.
The [OPT] key is used to trigger the camera's single focus mode. The camera will enter
one-shot autofocus mode at the same time.
9. PTZ Speed Adjustment Knob
This knob is used to adjust the speed of camera Pan, Tilt and Zoom, with a total of 7 levels.
The current level will be shown on the Led display. When the value is smaller the pan/tilt
rotation speed or the zoom speed of the camera controlled by the keyboard will be slower.
10.2-Axis Joystick
The joystick controls camera Up, Down, Left, and Right movement. When the camera or
keyboard menu is opened, the joystick is used to control the menu cursor Up, Down, Left,
and Right movement and modify parameters.
11.Camera Select Buttons
[ CAM1 ] to [ CAM5 ] are shortcut keys for camera selection. When you select any camera,
the backlight of the corresponding button will light up green. All of the parameters and
settings of the keyboard will be changed to the current selected camera.
Note: The communication parameters (address ID, protocol, baud rate, IP address, port
number, etc.) of each channel can be set individually. The controller supports mixed use of
multiple protocols through different channels/camera selections.
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12.Presets Function Zone
●[ Number Keys ]
SETTING PRESETS:
Long Press and hold the number key for 2 seconds (such as [Number key 1], when
the screen displays "Set Preset 1” it means that preset 1 has been saved)
CALL PRESETS:
Short press the preset number to call Presets, (for example, [Number key 1], when
you press the [Number key 1] the screen displays "Show Preset 1", which means
that preset 1 has been called).
●[ RESET Key ]
TO BE CLEAR THE PRESET SETTING
Press [RESET key]+[Number key] to clear the preset position setting.
After pressing the [RESET key], the green backlight starts to flash, press the preset
number that needs to be cleared. For example, [RESET]+ [Number key 1], the green
backlight of the [RESET key] stops flashing, and at the same time, “Reset Preset 1”
is displayed on the screen, which means that preset 1 has been cleared.
13.FOCUS Knob
This knob is used to adjust the camera’s focal length. Rotating to the right will adjust the
camera focus length to the near field. Rotating to the left will adjust the camera focus length
to the far field. To use this function, the keyboard’s focus mode needs to be changed to
Manual by pressing the [AUTO] button (no backlight) and is unavailable in AUTO mode
(backlight illuminated green).
14.Function Key Zone
●[Menu Key]
Turn ON/OFF the camera menu by long pressing the [MENU] button for 3 seconds
and the display will show the system menu.
●[AE MODE Key]
The [AE Mode] key is used to change the automatic exposure mode of the camera.
Each time it is pressed, the camera changes to a different exposure mode.
Depending on exposure mode, the corresponding functions of Knob 1, Knob 2 and
Knob 3 are different. It is shown in real time on the display to the right of the knob.
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The specific functions of the knobs are shown in Table 1 below:
Exposure Mode
Knob 1
Knob 2
Knob 3
Auto
NOT USED
NOT USED
Exposure Compensation
Manual
Shutter
Iris
Gain
Shutter Priority
Shutter
NOT USED
Exposure Compensation
Iris Priority
Iris
NOT USED
Exposure Compensation
Brightness Priority
Iris
Gain
Exposure Compensation
Table 1
●[ WB MODE Key ]
The [WB MODE] button is used to change the white balance of the camera. Each
time it is pressed, the camera will be changed to a different white balance mode.
Depending on the white balance mode selected, the corresponding functions of
Knob 1, Knob 2 are different.
The specific functions of the knobs are shown in Table 2 below:
White Balance Mode
Knob 1
Knob 2
Auto
NOT USED
NOT USED
Manual
Red Gain
Blue Gain
Table 2
●[ Fn Keys ]
The [Fn] button is reserved for adding custom functions. The factory default state is:
short press the key to enter the sub-menu of the camera, long pressing the key for 3
seconds will cause the selected camera to return to its Home Position.
15.LED DISPLAY
It is used to display the current status & settings of the keyboard in real time including IP
address, Port number, serial port address, communication protocol, Baud Rate and other
information in the keyboard menu. The brightness of the display can be set through the
keyboard menu.
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Interface Function and Connection Diagram
No.
Name
Function Description
1
Upgrade Interface
Use a Micro USB cable connected to a computer to upgrade the hardware of the keyboard.
2
RS422/RS485
Interface
Connect and control a camera through RS422 or RS485 for control.
3
RS232 Interface
Connect and control a camera through RS232.
4
LAN Interface
The LAN Interface is used for connection to a network switch to connect to a networked PTZ
Camera.
5
DC Power Supply
Interface
Connect to provided power supply.
RS422/RS485 Interface Connection
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RS232 Interface Connection
LAN Interface Connection
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System Menu Operation Instructions
System Menu Operation & Explanation
1. Long Press [ MENU ] for 3 seconds which will open the system Menu.
2. Use the joystick to navigate the system menu by moving up and down or to change
the parameters of the current menu item.
3. Move right on the joystick to enter the currently selected menu item or to save and
exit the current menu item.
4. Move left on the joystick to exit the current menu item and disregard changes.
5. Press [ MENU ] to exit the system menu.
6. Press the number keys [0]~[9] to input a numerical value such as an IP Address or
Port number.
7. The green backlight of [CAM1]~[CAM5] will illuminate when the corresponding value
of numbers on the silk screen above are 6~0.
SYSTEM MENU
1. Long press the [ MENU ] button for 3 seconds to open the system menu.
2. Use the joystick to control the menu cursor and move it up and down.
1. System Setting
2. COMM Setting
3. Ethernet Setting
4. Password Setting
SYSTEM SETTING
Move the Cursor to [ System Setting ], then press right on the joystick to enter the ‘System
Setting’ menu:
1. Language: English
2. LED Display Brightness: Normal
3. Automatically Standby: Off
4. Itself IP: 192.168.001.088
5. Itself Port: 52381
6. Factory default Setting
7. About Keyboard
●[ Language ]
Move the joystick up/down to change the language and then press right to save the
setting.
Language Options: English or Chinese.
●[ LED Display Brightness ]
Change the brightness of the LED display: Low, Normal, High.
●[ Automatically Standby ]
Set the keyboard to automatically enter standby mode without any operation within
a limited time. Selectable: Off, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 20
minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes.
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●[ Itself IP ]
Controller will auto-assign itself an IP Address / Port Number. The default IP is
192.168.1.88, default Port 52381.
●[ Factory default Setting ]
Restore factory default settings.
●[ About Keyboard ]
Review information of the controller including: model, firmware version, S/N and
other information.
COMM SETTING
Move the cursor to [ Comm Setting ], then press right to enter Comm Setting:
1. Channel: CAM1
2. Address: 1
3. Baud Rate: 9600
4. Protocol: VISCA
●[ Channel ]
The available channels are CAM 1~5 correspond to the buttons [CAM1]~[CAM5].
●[ Address ]
Set the serial communication address of the selected camera channel. If the current
communication protocol is VISCA, the communication address can be from 1~7. If
the current communication protocol is PELCO-D or PELCO-P, the address can be
from 1~255.
●[ Baud Rate ]
Set the serial communication Baud Rate: 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps.
●[ Protocol ]
Set the serial communication protocol of the selected channel (RS232, RS422/485,
and IP). Available in: VISCA, PELCO P/D, UDP.
ETHERNET SETTING
Move the cursor to [ Ethernet Setting ], then move right to enter Ethernet Setting:
1. Channel：CAM1
2. Cam IP：192.168.1.162
3. Port：52381
●[ Channel ]
The available channels CAM 1~5 correspond to the buttons [CAM1]~[CAM5].
●[ Cam IP ]
Set the Cam IP of the selected channel, which can be directly input through the
number keys. The cursor will automatically jump to the next entry after 3 numbers
are entered in a section, otherwise press right on the joystick.
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●[ Port ]
Set the UDP Port of the selected channel.
PASSWORD SETTING
Move the cursor to [ Password Setting ], then move right to enter Password:
1. Using Password：Enabled
2. Modify Password
●[ Using Password ]
How to use the password function：Change the password setting to ‘Enable.’ When
enabled, a password is required to enter the menu. The default password is: 8888
●[ Modify Password ]
Users can change the password but please note if the password is changed, lost, or
forgotten support may be limited from the manufacturer.
System Menu Guide
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Tech Support
Have technical questions? We may have answered them already!
Please visit BZBGEAR’s support page (bzbgear.com/support) for helpful information and
tips regarding our products. Here you will find our Knowledge Base
(bzbgear.com/knowledge-base) with detailed tutorials, quick start guides, and step-by-step
troubleshooting instructions. Or explore our YouTube channel, BZB TV
(youtube.com/c/BZBTVchannel), for help setting up, configuring, and other helpful how-to
videos about our gear.
Need more in-depth support? Connect with one of our technical specialists directly:
Phone
1.888.499.9906
Email
[e-mail]
Live Chat
bzbgear.com
Warranty
BZBGEAR Pro AV products and cameras come with a three-year warranty. An extended
two-year warranty is available for our cameras upon registration for a total of five years.
For complete warranty information, please visit bzbgear.com/warranty.
For questions, please call 1.888.499.9906 or email [e-mail].
Mission Statement
BZBGEAR is a breakthrough manufacturer of high-quality, innovative audiovisual equipment
ranging from AVoIP, professional broadcasting, conferencing, home theater, to live
streaming solutions. We pride ourselves on unparalleled customer support and services.
Our team offers system design consultation, and highly reviewed technical support for all
the products in our catalog. BZBGEAR delivers quality products designed with users in
mind.
Copyright
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contains no guarantee, standpoint expression or other implies in any form. Product
specification and information in this manual is for reference only and subject to change
without notice.
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