Product Description
The BirdDog 4K HDMI 2.0 NDI Encoder/Decoder is a remarkable device based on BirdDog's custom NDI silicon chip. It supports up to UHD 4K/60 video input and distributes it on NDI networks with full - bandwidth I - frame compression. Housed in an aircraft - grade aluminium case, it's both durable and lightweight. The device features an HDMI 2.0 input, an HDMI 2.0 output, and a 12G - SDI output. Its built - in cross - converter enables the HDMI input to loop out via the 12G - SDI output. There's also an SFP+ expansion slot for fiber connectivity and Ethernet protocols from 1 - 10GbE. A large bicolor tally light is built - in to show which camera is live. You can select tally borders on loop out. It comes with 3.5mm audio input/output, a 4 - line OLED display, and a USB 3.0 interface. It can be powered by a standard power supply or PoE+. The device includes BirdDog Comms Lite audio intercom software for Windows, which supports up to four BirdDog devices and can be upgraded to Comms Pro. It's also compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software for decoding NDI back to HDMI or SDI. Key features include high - resolution video input, multiple output options, audio support, and versatile connectivity. It can control any PTZ camera that supports NDI, NDI|HX, or Visca over IP with an optional USB - to - Ethernet dongle. Network connectivity options are rich, and it has an embedded web configuration panel. External interface support is available with optional cables, and the Comms Lite software offers many useful features for easy operation.
Using the BirdDog 4K HDMI 2.0 NDI Encoder/Decoder is straightforward. First, connect your video source to the HDMI 2.0 input. If you want to output via 12G - SDI, the built - in cross - converter will handle the conversion. For network connectivity, you can use the Ethernet RJ45 port or the SFP+ expansion slot if you have a fiber setup. When it comes to power, you can choose a standard power supply or PoE+ for convenience. To use the audio features, connect your audio device to the 3.5mm input/output. The included BirdDog Comms Lite software is easy to install on Windows 10 or above. Just follow the on - screen instructions. You can group up to four BirdDog devices, monitor camera audio, and use the director push - to - talk feature. If you need more advanced functions, consider upgrading to Comms Pro. As for maintenance, keep the device in a cool, dry place. Regularly check the connections to make sure they are secure. Clean the aluminium case with a soft, dry cloth. If you are using optional cables, make sure they are in good condition. When using the device to control PTZ cameras, ensure the camera supports NDI, NDI|HX, or Visca over IP and use the appropriate USB - to - Ethernet dongle. Be careful when using the external interfaces with optional cables as improper use may cause damage.
