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SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2B with Hall Effect Joystick and Blue Pill Inside

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SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2B with Hall Effect Joystick and Blue Pill Inside
Key Features
  • IP PTZ Controller with Blue Pill Inside
  • Hall-Effect Joystick
  • Supports Multiple PTZ Encoders
  • PoE Support, Dedicated Focus Knob
Perform precise pan/tilt/zoom control movements and have configuration and selection of PTZ cameras at your fingertips with the PTZ Pro V2B with Hall Effect Joystick and Blue Pill Inside from SKAARHOJ. Featuring a precision hall-effect joystick and a dedicated focus knob, this compact controller makes it easy to pan, tilt, and rotate your cameras while also controlling their focus and zoom. The control panel features four backlit encoder knobs, ten camera selection buttons, and multiple programmable multifunction keys for presets and menu navigation. The updated V2B model adds compatibility with more camera models.
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SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro Overview

Perform precise pan/tilt/zoom control movements and have configuration and selection of PTZ cameras at your fingertips with the PTZ Pro V2B with Hall Effect Joystick and Blue Pill Inside from SKAARHOJ. Featuring a precision hall-effect joystick and a dedicated focus knob, this compact controller makes it easy to pan, tilt, and rotate your cameras while also controlling their focus and zoom. The control panel features four backlit encoder knobs, ten camera selection buttons, and multiple programmable multifunction keys for presets and menu navigation. The updated V2B model adds compatibility with more camera models.

This PTZ Pro includes the Blue Pill hardware embedded within the controller for decreased setup time. PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) technology simplifies setup by enabling data and power to travel via a single cable. The controller is compatible with VISCA devices and other IP-controlled cameras from brands such as AIDA, Blackmagic, Lumens, NewTek, Vaddio, BirdDog, Panasonic, PTZ Optics, and Sony. A power adapter is included in the box. There are available options to upgrade the joystick to the Hall Effect ergonomic joystick, as well as an option for an SDI upgrade component for use with Blackmagic Arduino Shields and fiber converters.

Features at a Glance
  • Four backlit encoder knobs and a bright status display
  • Three-axis Hall Effect joystick for increased ergonomic comfort and motion precision
  • Dedicated focus knob
  • Backlit display for status and menu navigation
  • Camera select buttons and programmable multifunction keys with bright RGB displays for presets and camera selection
  • Slim, ergonomic console form factor
  • Ethernet with PoE (IEEE802.3af/t)
Compatible PTZ Cameras
  • Canon CR-N300/500
  • BirdDog P100/P200/P4K
  • Panasonic AW-UA150
  • JVC KY-PZ100
  • Sony BRC-X400/X1000
For a full list of compatible devices, please see the most current compatibility information on the Skaarhoj website.

SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro Specs

Key Specs
Control I/O
1x RJ45
Controls
1x 3-Axis Joystick
1x Focus Knob
4x Programmable Knobs
9x Programmable Buttons
10x Camera Selection Buttons
PoE Support
PoE 802.3af
Power Consumption
6.84 W
Security Lock Support
No
General
Control I/O
1x RJ45
Other I/O
1x Micro-USB
Controls
1x 3-Axis Joystick
1x Focus Knob
4x Programmable Knobs
9x Programmable Buttons
10x Camera Selection Buttons
Power
PoE Support
PoE 802.3af
Power Consumption
6.84 W
Input Power
12 VDC
Physical
Security Lock Support
No
Dimensions
10.2 x 7 x 5.8" / 258 x 178 x 147 mm (Including Joystick)
Weight
3.09 lb / 1.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.6 x 8.6 x 6.9"

SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro Reviews

Super versatile, perfect size

By Theodore
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-01-23

At first glance, it seems small, but it can do a whole lot for what it is. A little pricey too, but it makes up for that cost in its versatility. This can control just about any PTZ camera you can think of. But it doesn't stop there. You can also use it to do basing video switching operations, and/or get tally information from your switcher sent to the console. The console has nice displays, many colored light options, tons of customization possibilities. It can control a host of other things too, if you're willing to learn the programming software. One of the cooler features is the ability to swap the selector rows between camera selector and shot selector. So you can use the numbered buttons to control either cameras or shots, and the lower row of larger buttons with displays to do the opposite of what you selected for the numbered buttons. And you can switch between this behavior by just holding down one of the buttons. It's a really useful feature. Particularly because the displays allow for more information to be added. Within a couple of hours, I was able to figure out how to program the controller to my personal liking. I even got quick responses from the Skaarhoj help staff. They helped me add 2 functions to this controller that I could only perform on my Sony PTZ controller. They were the only 2 functions that I could not do from that controller, everything else worked perfectly. I had those available to use within a couple of days, and they work. Lastly, as someone who travels a lot with his gear, I appreciate two important elements of this panel: its footprint and its power options. It's quite portable and light, but very sturdy and not missing any functionality. Easy to find space to put it on any tech table, and they added a blank side to allow your hand to rest while controlling the joystick. Can be powered and controlled just by PoE, which means I'm never panicked about having the proper power adapter. It has already accompanied me on its first job, and it handled it perfectly. Excellent panel!

Makes Running PTZ Cameras so much easier!

By Caleb
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-10-28

PTZ camera operation can be really clunky with a computer and mouse only, but this controller makes it a much more enjoyable experience. Set up is a bit technical, and the dashboard isn't user-friendly at all, but once we started figuring what was where, it wasn't too terribly difficult to settle into a groove. If you're in the market for a good controller for your PTZ system, this is a great place to start.

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Could this unit work on the same LAN as a Canon ...

Could this unit work on the same LAN as a Canon IP100 controller to control one camera while the other controls the others?
Asked by: David
No, the Canon RC-IP100 Touchscreen PTZ Joystick Controller uses Canon XC protocol, which the SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2B with Hall Effect Joystick and Blue Pill Inside is not licensed for.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2024-09-09

Will this control a Canon xf605 camera?

Will this control a Canon xf605 camera?
Asked by: Michael
Yes, the SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2B with Hall Effect Joystick and Blue Pill Inside can control the Canon XF-605 using the XC protocol from Canon. This device has a default configuration for this protocol so you should have some control out of the box. The only thing to note is that this is a PTZ controller, and the XF605 is not a PTZ camera. So some of the settings might not be a great fit for this camera. But it will absolutely work. We also recommend the following Canon controller for the Canon XF605. Canon RC-V100 Remote Controller BH #CARCV100
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-06-08

can this be used simultaneously with the air fly ...

can this be used simultaneously with the air fly controller? Using Vmix and Adia NDI cameras
Asked by: dennis
You can use two controllers. One can override the other.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2021-06-08

Will this product work with new tec tricaster ...

Will this product work with new tec tricaster mini 4K and NDI cameras
Asked by: Tom
Yes, SKAARHOJ's PTZ Pro controller with Blue Pill Inside can control NewTek Tricaster video switchers and PTZ cameras simultaneously. This is true for all SKAARHOJ's Blue Pill products. SKAARHOJ does not use NDI protocol for remote control, but use other protocols such as; native Tricaster and VISCA.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-02-15

What is the Blue Pill ?

What is the Blue Pill ?
Asked by: Tom
The SKAARHOJ Blue Pill, B&H # SKBLUEPILLV1, is a small server that enhances the capabilities of products such as the SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2 Camera Controller with Blue Pill.
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2024-09-13

The PTZ Optics 30X and 12X cameras aren't ...

The PTZ Optics 30X and 12X cameras aren't specifically listed as compatible but the 20X is. I would think that it's the same commands...can you confirm that the 30X and 12X are compatible?
Asked by: Lance
The SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2 Camera Controller would be able to communicate with the PTZOptics 12X-NDI Broadcast and Conference Camera and the PTZOptics 30X-NDI Broadcast and Conference Camera via IP.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2022-08-19

Is V2 compatible with Canon CRN300 PTZs?

Is V2 compatible with Canon CRN300 PTZs?
Asked by: JSAV
Yes, the SKAARHOJ PTZ Pro V2 Camera Controller with Blue Pill is a great panel for Canon CR-N300 control. SKAARHOJ has also created a default configuration that makes it very easy to setup and control Canon cameras.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-06-02
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