| Content | The world's smallest NDI Encoder and Decoder.The BirdDog Mini is a compact yet powerful NDI encoder and also decoder solution. That brings professional video-over-IP capabilities to your production setup. Designed for versatility and also ease of use, it offers seamless integration into NDI workflows. Making it perfect for live streaming, broadcast, and also content creation.As an encoder, it enables you to convert HDMI or SDI signals into NDI streams. Ensuring high-quality video transmission over your IP network. This is invaluable for remote video production, video conferencing, or live streaming applications. On the other hand, as a decoder, it allows you to receive and display NDI content on your monitor or switcher.The BirdDog Mini's small form factor makes it highly portable, and it can be easily mounted to a camera, connected to a computer, or integrated into your existing AV setup. Its plug-and-play simplicity and robust NDI support provide a hassle-free way to enhance your video production capabilities.Whether you need to capture and transmit content or receive and display NDI streams, the BirdDog Mini offers a reliable and compact solution that elevates your video-over-IP capabilities to new heights. | BirdDog RJ45 to RS-232 Control Cable AdapterThis a crucial tool for simplifying control of your PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) cameras in professional video production environments. This versatile adapter bridges the communication gap between your PTZ cameras and control systems.By converting it allows for easier, long-distance control of your PTZ cameras via standard Ethernet cabling. With this adapter, you can streamline your setup, reduce cable clutter, and enjoy more flexible camera placement.This an invaluable addition for broadcasters, videographers, and live event producers who rely on PTZ cameras for capturing dynamic shots. Its robust construction and compatibility with various camera models ensure reliable and efficient control.This adapter is a must-have for those seeking to simplify their PTZ camera setups, allowing for precise camera control without the hassle of multiple cables and signal conversion devices. | BirdDog Eyes A300 1080p Full NDI PTZ Camera
Featuring a wind-load durability of 134 mph, the BirdDog Eyes A300 is capable of withstanding up to category 4 hurricanes when secured properly. It's designed for nearly all weather conditions and virtually all outdoor applications.The housing is IP67 outdoor rated, corrosion-resistance treated, and also nitrogen filled to ensure the lens won't fog up, meaning you'll always get the shot. Furthermore, a built-in infrared laser with a range of up to 1640' helps with focusing in low-light conditions. The housing also has a rain wiper to keep water off the lens.The Eyes A300 is a full NDI 1080p60 PTZ camera with a fast autofocus and fast 30x optical zoom. The fast performance allows capturing fast action activities, including sports.The camera incorporates BirdDog's custom NDI silicon chip, a Sony CMOS backlit sensor, and a Sony image module, which is what allows for the fast operation as well as optimal image quality.As opposed to other types of NDI, such as NDI|HX, which is a compressed variant that reaches 12 Mb/s, the A300 features the visually lossless full NDI variable bit-rate iFrame codec that reaches up to 140 Mb/s at 1080p60. It encodes and decodes Full YUV 4:2:2 NDI.The A300 has simultaneous NDI and SDI outputs and also offers RS-422 and RS-485 serial control. With this flexibility, you can have a strictly NDI workflow or choose to use baseband video for now and move to NDI whenever you're ready.BirdDog Eyes A300 1080p Full NDI PTZ Camera
The camera offers 360 ? continuous pan rotation, 255 preset positions, zero deviation positioning technology, and a fast preset movement speed of 150 ?/s. It can be powered via an optional 24 VAC BirdDog BD-A-P24-5 power adapter or over PoE power using an optional BirdDog PoE Injector.It's designed to be mounted upside down and it supports optional wall, ceiling, pole, and other mounts (see Features section below).The Eyes A300 also comes with the BirdDog Comms Lite audio intercom software, which supports up to four BirdDog devices. Comms Lite is Windows-compatible and offers features such as director push to talk, mute camera operator, auto-detect NDI sources, monitor camera audio, and also shortcut to Web console.For a more complete version of the application, an optional upgrade is available to Comms Pro. The camera is also compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software, which helps you decode NDI back to HDMI or SDI as well as with the BirdDog PTZ Keyboard.Key Features- 134 mph wind-load durability withstands up to category 4 hurricanes
- IP67 outdoor-rated, corrosion-resistance-treated, antifog, and also nitrogen-filled housing
- 1640' IR laser
- Up to 1080p60, 1080i59.94 resolution
- Up to 1080p60/30 NDI resolution
- 30x optical zoom
- ONVIF compliant
- H.264/MJPEG compression
- RS-485/RS-422 communication, auto compatible with PELCO-D and also VISCA protocols
- Store preset positions and also image parameters (iris, white balance, exposure, picture setting)
- 3D positioning, 120 dB true WDR
- Simultaneous SDI + IP output
- WDR, BLC, Defog, Day/Night
- 120 ? tilt / 360 ? pan, adaptive speed up to 150 ?/s
- 255 presets speed adaptive up to 90 ?/s, 8 cruises
- Zoom lens position and direction indicator on OSD
- -40 to 140 ?F operating temperature
- Rain wiper
- Audio input/output with NDI streaming
- Optional 24 VAC power adapter supported (BD-A-P24-5)
- PoE power supported via optional BirdDog PoE 80W Injector
- Firmware upgrade via USB 2.0 or IP
- Full control via Web/mobile UI
Supported Mounts- BD-A300-CM Ceiling Mounting Kit
- BD-A300-WM Wall Mounting Kit
- BD-A300-MB Upright/Ceiling Mounting Base
- BD-A-PMA Pole Mount Adapter
- BD-A-CMA Corner Mount Adapter
| Control up to 255 PTZ cameras on a single network with the ergonomically designed BirdDog PTZ Keyboard. The keyboard is compatible with NDI, NDI|HX, Visca over IP, RS-422, and RS-232 protocols, and can also be powered over those same connections as an alternative to DC-in power.The keyboard features multi-colored and programmable buttons and knobs, and it has a joystick and rocker for zoom control. Control your PTZ camera's exposure, white balance, backlight, gain, shutter, focus, iris, shutter speed, and zoom with the touch of a button or the turn of a knob.You can also set up to 256 memory presets with different parameters and camera moves. The PTZ Keyboard is also compatible with NDI and BirdDog Comms Audio Intercom systems run from a Windows computer.Universal ControlThe PTZ Keyboard features NDI and NDI|HX, Visca over IP, RS-422, and RS-232 support for control over PTZ camerasFeatures
Buttons and controls include exposure, focus, PT speed, zoom, shutter speed, iris, white balance, compensation, multi-colored buttons for visual cues, 256 memory presets for parameters and camera moves, and moreNetwork
Control over 255 PTZ cameras on a single networkErgonomicsThe keyboard's button layout allows you to quickly access all the cameras on the network and set up quick access buttons for all your favorite settings such as exposure, focus, zoom, and movement speedsPowerFlexible options allow you to power the PTZ Keyboard from Power over Ethernet (PoE). DC in, or over the serial portCommsThe PTZ Keyboard offers Audio Intercom support over NDI and is compatible with BirdDog Comms. Comms is a complete Audio Intercom solution which can run on any. Windows 10 compatible computer, laptop, or surface for a touchscreen experience | The Flex 4K BACKPACK HDMI Encoder from BirdDog is an ultracompact NDI interface for HDMI video sources. Connect your onboard monitor, camera, or other video source, and have it available instantly on your NDI-enabled network. The BirdDog BACKPACK supports up to UHD 4K30 and 1080p60 resolution video.The versatile BACKPACK can be powered using a Sony L-Series-type battery, PoE, or a separately available 12V power supply. A 15W DC output port enables you to power select monitors and cameras from your BACKPACK power source.Tally information is displayed for both the talent and the operator and passed through to compatible equipment. Connect a separately available cable to the 2.5mm RS232 port for pass-through control of non-NDI PTZ cameras. Additional features include an adaptive bitrate, a cooling thermal design, a 3.5mm audio input, and a 3.5mm headphone output.Upgrade Your Monitor
Use the BACKPACK to encode NDI, power your monitor, and record simultaneouslyUltracompact FormThe BACKPACK is slightly larger than a credit card and weighs just over five ouncesStay-Cool DesignA thermal design and quiet fans keep the BACKPACK cool even on the hottest daysSingle Cable Plus DC PowerA single Ethernet port funnels NDI, Power, Video, Audio, Tally, and Audio Intercom while a DC output enables you to power select monitors and camerasTally SupportA built-in tally display is available for viewing by both your talent and camera operatorFlexible Power OptionsPower the BACKPACK from the built-in Sony L-Series-type battery plate, using PoE, or via the DC inputPTZ SidekickConnect a PTZ control cable for PTZ pass-through control for your non-NDI PTZ cameraAdaptive Bit RateSelect the bitrate that best fits your 4K or HD productionSoftware ToolsThe BACKPACK includes free BirdDog Central Lite, Dashboard, and Comms Lite software | The Eyes P100, in black, is BirdDog's entry-level Full NDI indoor PTZ camera based on their custom NDI silicon chip. The P100 captures up to 1080p60 resolution and offers 10x optical zoom, ideal for small to mid-size meeting rooms and environments.The camera features simultaneous 3G-SDI and NDI outputs, allowing you to integrate into an NDI workflow and/or use legacy SDI equipment.NDI is accessible via an Ethernet port provided on an included breakout cable. The breakout cable connects to an extension port on the rear of the camera and also offers a composite output, 3.5mm audio input/output jacks, and RS-232/422/485 control ports.The audio connectors allow the P100 to work with the BirdDog Comms NDI audio intercom platform. The BirdDog Comms Lite version of the software for Windows is included and it supports up to four BirdDog devices, and you can upgrade to the complete Comms Pro version at any later time.The camera is also compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software, which helps you decode NDI back to SDI (or HDMI). Also, the optional BirdDog PTZ Keyboard can be used over NDI or over RS-422/RS-232 in SDI mode.As opposed to other types of NDI, such as NDI|HX, which is a compressed variant that reaches 12 Mb/s, the P100 features the visually lossless full NDI variable bit-rate iFrame codec that reaches up to 140 Mb/s at 1080p60.Key Features- Entry-level Full NDI indoor PTZ camera
- Up to 1080p60 resolution
- 10x optical zoom ideal for small to mid-size environments
- Simultaneous 3G-SDI and NDI outputs
- Includes breakout cable with an Ethernet port (NDI), composite output. 3.5mm audio jacks, and also RS-232/422/485 control ports
- 128 presets
- Up to 150/s preset adjustment speed
- 350 continuous pan
- Auto, manual, and push focus
- 0.5 lux minimum illumination
- Includes BirdDog Comms Lite NDI audio intercom platform (Windows)
- Optional BirdDog Central software supported for decoding NDI back to SDI
- Optional BirdDog PTZ Keyboard supported
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