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BirdDog Launches NDI 5

Carving out the NDI path from the very beginning, BirdDog is now excited to launch NDI 5!

With this next generation of hardware and software comes many new features:

  • NDI® Bridge: transport complete NDI streams over LAN, WAN or public internet
  • NDI® Audio Direct: audio-over-IP available for software-based audio applications
  • NDI® Remote: add remote guests to productions
  • Adobe Creative Cloud: plug-in improvements
  • Final Cut Pro: brand new plug-in
  • … and various new tools with easy-to-follow setup guides.

Additionally with NDI 5, discover a new reliable UDP transmission protocol alongside new network interface management.

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In order to reduce network resource conflicts with other protocols/applications, NDI 5 lets users specify which network interface will be used by NDI.

Moreover with NDI 5, it’s easy to set up private NDI networks. This ensures NDI streams or inputs cannot be viewed by just anyone on your network.

Contact us for more information about BirdDog NDI 5!

SDM Family by BirdDog: Integrate & Scale NDI to Screen

BirdDog SDM Family, the ultimate NDI experience integrated, is built on Intel® SDM platform and revolutionizes how content is distributed!

Install the BirdDog SDM module inside an SDM compatible flat panel display for an integrated & scalable NDI to screen solution. AV distribution is built directly into the display, no wall box or patch panel needed.

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Choose from two SDM modules, controlled by the all-in-one BirdDog OS:

  • M1: Full NDI Sender & Receiver – based on Intel SDM-L form factor
  • M2: NDI Receiver – built on Intel SDM-S module

The modules support resolutions up to 4Kp60. RESTful API is also available for programming automated spaces.

Furthermore, add an optional Dante activation license for full Dante support. With this activation, M1 embeds Dante into the NDI stream and de-embeds Dante audio out of the NDI stream.

Contact us for more information about the BirdDog SDM Modules.

Introducing the PF120 NDI Box Camera by BirdDog!

The PF120 by BirdDog is a high-quality NDI box camera. More specifically, PF120 is a remotely controllable camera based on BirdDog’s full-bandwidth NDI A/V transfer protocol.

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PF120 comes equipped with many features, including a Sony Exmor R back-illuminated sensor, Full NDI®️, 20x optical zoom, and a complete color matrix. The Sony Exmor R CMOS image sensor allows the PF120 to deliver images with significantly enhanced imaging characteristics including enhanced low noise sensitivity.

The PF120’s color tools offer 64 levels of saturation and hue control. So it’s easy to shade and match the cameras. The camera is powered by PoE or from the power adaptor (included). Everything is housed in a die cast chassis that’s built to last.

Additional features include:

  • Resolution: Up to 1080P60, 1080i59.94
  • Video Output: HDMI, NDI®, USB (UVC protocol) simultaneously
  • Supports Audio input/Audio output with NDI® streaming
  • Control supports RS-232 control, VISCA-over-IP, Pelco D/P, NDI® Control
  • Standard mounting and ceiling mounting with E-Flip function

Contact us for more information about the PF120 NDI box camera by BirdDog.

Receive a FREE PTZ Keyboard with Purchase of 3x BirdDog P200

The P200 Bundle by BirdDog is still available: get a free PTZ keyboard with purchase of 3x P200!

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Eyes P200 is a full NDI production camera combining the power of BirdDog’s custom NDI silicon chip with a Sony CMOS backlit sensor and a Sony image module. It has frame rates of up to 1080p60, 30x optical zoom and independent, live triple outputs in SDI, HDMI and full NDI.

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The PTZ Keyboard allows for universal control through mix & match protocols through next generation NDI and IP technology. A full featured PTZ keyboard, it supports NDI, NDIIHX, Visca over IP, RS422 & RS232 and offers Power over Ethernet. It controls up to 255 PTZ cameras on a single network.

Contact us for more information about the P200 Bundle by BirdDog.

Latest BirdDog Firmware Updates now available

BirdDog has recently rolled out multiple firmware updates for its FLEX 4K Family, 4K Family, Mini NDI, Studio NDI, PTZ Keyboard, and Eyes Series.

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As part of the FLEX 4K Family, BirdDog is offering firmware updates on its FLEX 4K IN and FLEX 4K BACKPACK. The 4K Family Firmware updates are currently available on the 4K HDMI and the 4K 12G-SDI with the 4K QUAD updates coming soon.

Before updating Studio NDI, check the hardware revision number and carefully read the release notes.

Lastly, the Camera Firmware Eyes Series with updates include the P100, P200, P4K, P400, A200, and A300.

Contact us for more information!

BirdDog’s Innovative Solutions Highlighted in Remote Production Application!

The Belgian broadcast media company MediAVentures is thrilled with their recently acquired suite of BirdDog NDI solutions from TEVIOS!

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MediAVentures’ focus is on creating audiovisual productions for the medical, more adventurous world. For mediAVentures’ remote setup, they use 3x Studio NDI (for medical feeds), 1x Mini (for return monitor), and 3x P200 controlled by the PTZ keyboard. And thanks to BirdDog Cloud 2.0, they can connect two locations between Germany and Belgium.

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Thanks to mediAVentures for their trust! This is a great remote production application using BirdDog’s innovative solutions!

Contact us for more information.

BirdDog P4K & P400 PTZ 4K Cameras Shipping Now!

The new 4K PTZ camerasP4K and P400 – by BirdDog are now ready to ship!

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The P4K 4K resolution, full bandwidth NDI camera delivers high quality images thanks to its 1″ Sony Exmor R CMOS back lit sensor and 14.4 million effective pixels. NDI is a variable bit rate, I-Frame codec reaching approximately 140Mbits at 1080p60 making it visually lossless. In addition to being full NDI, P4K offers two independent 6G SDI outputs and one HDMI 2.0 output. Controllable remotely, P4K can communicate directly to BirdDog Cloud without a computer running Cloud Core.

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The P400 has many of the same features as the P4K. The main difference can be found in the image sensor. While P4K features a 1 inch back-illuminated Sony sensor,  P400 offers a 4K Sony 1 / 2.5 inch CMOS 8.5MP backlit sensor.

Contact us for more information about BirdDog’s 4K PTZ cameras!

BirdDog Introduces Flex 4K Family Product Range!

Flex 4K Family by BirdDog is among the smallest 4K NDI encoders and decoders available on the market. With three distinct models, these one cable solutions offer tally, audio, video, PTZ control, audio intercom and power along a single Ethernet cable.

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The Flex 4K IN and Flex 4K BACKPACK provide 15W of extra power. This means the DC output is capable of powering a monitor, recorder and/or camera. In addition to the 15W power output, Flex BACKPACK offers an NP style battery connection. This camera top monitor recorder upgrade allows users to encode NDI, power the monitor and record simultaneously. The third model, Flex 4K NDI, provides unparalleled thermal design plus quiet fans.

Above all, Flex Family is compatible with any PTZ camera via HDMI, not just a BirdDog model. And it comes with free Central Lite NDI Routing software and Comms Lite.

Contact us for more information or to learn more about the BirdDog Flex 4K Family!

 

Pre-Order your Full NDI P4K by BirdDog!

The P4K by BirdDog is coming soon and it’s time to pre-order!

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P4K is a high quality, full NDI PTZ camera featuring a 1” Sony Exmor R CMOS back lit Sensor. Thanks to its 14.4 million effective pixels, this camera produces stunning images in 4K.

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Not only that, but P4K offers advanced color controls. For instance, it features user selectable gamma settings and black gamma adjustment for flexible fine tuning. Additional features include two 6G SDI outputs, one HDMI 2.0 output, Genlock, an adaptive bit rate and PoE. It’s also easy to pair with the BirdDog PTZ Keyboard. P4K is the ideal solution for broadcast applications, remote studios, sports and more!

Contact us for more information or to pre-order your P4K by BirdDog!

Dante support & integration coming soon to BirdDog products!

BirdDog will soon bring Dante support to all its hardware products as well as integration into its Comms Pro audio intercom system and its new Dante NDI Bridge application.

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Soon all BirdDog products (Studio NDI, Mini, 4K Converters, Wallplates, SDM Modules & PTZ range cameras) will support Dante audio. Input of Dante audio can be streamed out as NDI. If there is an audio output, then audio tracks can be converted from the NDI stream to Dante audio.

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Dante Comms Pro Integration

Use hardware from other manufactures with BirdDog’s Comms Pro, its revolutionary audio intercom system. For instance, Dante enabled belt packs and Dante enabled Comms boxes will be compatible.

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Dante NDI Bridge Application

This Window 10 application flips audio tracks between NDI and Dante in sub-frame latency. It supports up to 3 stereo pairs, meaning Dante NDI Bridge can receive 3 NDI streams and create 3 stereo pairs of Dante audio. It can also receive a single NDI stream and create 3 Dante stereo audio pairs. The reverse also applies, thanks to Dante NDI Bridge.

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Contact us for more information about Dante support and integration!