Description
The Switchblade Systems VMC12 PRO vMix Control Surface with PTZ Joystick is designed to provide direct hardware control of vMix-based live production workflows. Combining a comprehensive button layout, T-bar, and dedicated PTZ joystick, it allows operators to manage switching functions, media playback, titles, overlays, and PTZ camera movements from a single control surface.
vMix Switching and Control
The VMC12 PRO features 64 LED-backlit buttons. Its interface includes two rows of 12-channel Preview and Program buttons, with a Shift button that provides access to additional channels, supporting up to 24 channels.
Dedicated controls are available for titles and overlays, shortcut functions, automatic transitions, and media playback. The control surface also includes large Auto and Take buttons for channel switching.
Media and Production Functions
The controller provides dedicated buttons for common production operations, including recording, streaming, external screen output, and fade-to-black. Its media playback controls include Play/Pause, Previous, Next, and Loop.
PTZ Camera Control
The dedicated PTZ control section features a joystick and four camera preset buttons. Additional controls include Preview, Program, Camera, and VI.
The PTZ section supports VISCA, VISCA over IP, PELCO-D, PELCO-P, and NDI protocols, providing control options for compatible PTZ camera systems.
Connectivity and Power
The VMC12 PRO connects to a vMix host computer through its USB-B port and to a PTZ camera through its RS-232 port. It also includes a tally port for an optional tally unit.
The controller supports communication through its available ports or MIDI protocols. Power is supplied through the USB-B connection.
Applications
The VMC12 PRO is designed for vMix-based live production environments, including worship services, live events, and lectures requiring video switching and PTZ camera control.
KEY FEATURES
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Designed for vMix software control.
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64 LED-backlit control buttons.
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Two rows of 12-channel Preview and Program buttons.
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Shift button provides access to channels 13–24.
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Dedicated T-bar for switching control.
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PTZ joystick with four camera preset buttons.
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12 title and overlay buttons for Preview and Program.
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Five auto-transition buttons.
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Dedicated shortcuts for recording, streaming, external screen output, and fade-to-black.
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Media playback controls: Play/Pause, Previous, Next, and Loop.
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Supports VISCA, VISCA over IP, PELCO-D, PELCO-P, and NDI protocols.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
General
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Brand: Switchblade Systems
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Model: VMC12 PRO
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Manufacturer Part Number: SWBS-VMC12-PRO
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Product Type: vMix Control Surface
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UPC: 601946497628
Control Interface
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Buttons: 64 LED-backlit buttons
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Channel Control: 12 Preview and 12 Program channels
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Additional Channels: 13–24 via Shift button
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T-Bar: Yes
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Auto-Transition Buttons: 5
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Title/Overlay Buttons: 12
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PTZ Joystick: Yes
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Camera Preset Buttons: 4
Media Controls
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Play/Pause
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Previous
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Next
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Loop
PTZ Camera Control
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Supported Protocols: VISCA, VISCA over IP, PELCO-D, PELCO-P, NDI
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Additional Controls: Preview, Program, Camera, VI
Connectivity
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Computer Connection: USB-B
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PTZ Camera Connection: RS-232
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Tally: Tally port
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Communication Protocols: MIDI
Power
– Power Source: USB-B port
IN THE BOX
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Switchblade Systems VMC12 PRO vMix Control Surface with PTZ Joystick
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Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
