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. | 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 BirdDog RJ45 to RS-422/232 Control Cable Adapter is an essential accessory for P100 and P200 cameras, simplifying PTZ camera control in professional video production.This adapter bridges the gap between Ethernet (RJ45) and RS-422/RS-232 control protocols, ensuring seamless communication between your cameras and control systems.With this versatile adapter, you can streamline your setup, reducing cable clutter and improving the flexibility of camera placement. Its compatibility with P100 and P200 cameras makes it a valuable addition for broadcasters. Videographers, and live event producers relying on PTZ cameras for dynamic shots.The adapter's robust construction guarantees reliable and efficient camera control. Enhancing your production capabilities.If you're looking to simplify your PTZ camera setups, this a must-have. Allowing precise control without the complexity of multiple cables and signal conversion devices. | 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
| The BirdDog Mini HDMI to NDI Encoder is a tiny NDI interface for HDMI video sources. Connect your camera or other video source, and have it instantly be available on your NDI-enabled network. Despite its size, the BirdDog Mini supports 1080p resolutions up to 59.94 fps.PoE is accepted, so the Mini can be powered via network connection; no power supply needed. Tally information is displayed and passed through to compatible equipment. The small size of the Mini will make it at home in studios and video production facilities utilizing NDI technology.Tally Support
A built-in bi-color tally display can show video source on-air info. Tally information is also passed through to supported monitoring equipment.Flexible Power OptionsPower the Mini via DC input from your camera battery's D-tap, or use a separately available power adapter. Power can also supplied over Ethernet using a PoE-enabled switcher or injector.CommsThe Mini natively supports BirdDog Comms technology.BirdDog LinkThe Mini supports BirdDog Link. Encode from any BirdDog Studio NDI or Mini and also play out to a TV or monitor. |