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BirdDog BD-BD4KQUAD - 4K QUAD - Four channels of 12G SDI to 4Kp60 NDI Encoding and Decoding
BirdDog 4K QUAD - Four channels of 12G SDI to 4Kp60 NDI Encoding and Decoding
Based on BirdDog's custom NDI silicon chip, the BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder supports up to UHD 4K/60 video input for distribution on NDI networks in full-bandwidth I-frame compression. This compact device is housed in an aircraft-grade aluminum case and features four 12G-SDI selectable inputs/outputs and an HDMI 2.0 output. It also has a built-in cross converter that allows an SDI input to be looped out via the HDMI output.
Another major feature is an SFP+ expansion slot that supports SFP+ modules for fiber connectivity and Ethernet protocols from 1-10GbE. A Tally system with a large bi-color Tally light is also built for indicating which camera is live to on-air talent. The Tally system also allows user-selectable Tally borders on loop out. The device is complete with 3.5mm audio input/output, a 4-line OLED display, and USB 3.0 interface. It can be powered by a standard power supply or over PoE+.
The 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder 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 Shortcut to Web Console. For a more complete version of the application, an optional upgrade is available to Comms Pro. The Encoder/Decoder is also compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software, which helps you decode NDI back to SDI or HDMI.
Key Features
- Up to UHD 4K/60 video input
- Distribution on NDI networks in full-bandwidth I-frame compression
- 4 x 12G-SDI selectable inputs/outputs
- HDMI 2.0 output
- 3.5mm audio input/output
- Built-in cross converter
- SFP+ expansion slot
- Bi-color Tally light
- Selectable Tally indicator on video loop outputs
- PoE+ support
- Integrated multiviewer (HDMI output)
- 4-line OLED display
- Includes BirdDog Comms Lite audio intercom software for Windows (upgradeable to the complete Comms Pro application)
- Compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software for decoding NDI back to SDI/HDMI
- Aircraft-grade aluminum housing
- Control any PTZ camera that supports NDI, NDI|HX, or Visca over IP using an optional USB to Ethernet dongle
Network Connectivity
- Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT with integrated PoE
- Open SFP+ Cage (10GB SFP+ adapters sold separately)
- Embedded Web configuration panel
External Interface Support (Requires Optional Cables)
- USB to RJ45 for additional network in device support
- USB to RJ45 for VISCA over IP PTZ control
- USB to Serial PTZ control (RS-232)
- USB ISO recording
Included Comms Lite Software
-Windows 10 and above compatible
- Groups: 1
- Max BirdDog devices per group: 4
- Live video windows: 4
- Director Push-to-Talk buttons: 1
- Director to All
- BirdDog to Director
- Mute Camera Operator
- Shortcut to Web Console
- Monitor Camera Audio
- Auto-detect NDI sources
- Volume slider bar
Additional Features with Optional Comms Pro Upgrade
- BirdDog Push-to-Talk
- Director to Group
- BirdDog Operator Broadcast
- Mix Minus
- Keyboard shortcuts / hot case
- Refresh NDI Sources
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Specifications |
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Input |
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Input Video Format |
SDI |
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Audio Input Connectors |
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS |
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Embedded Audio Input |
SDI: 2-Channel |
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Output |
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Video Output Connectors |
1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0) |
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Output Video Format |
SDI |
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Audio Output Connectors |
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo |
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Embedded Audio Output |
SDI: 2-Channel |
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Connectivity |
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Shared Video Input/Output Connectors |
4 x BNC (12G-SDI) (Switchable) |
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Other I/O |
1 x USB Type-A PoE |
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Expansion Slots |
1 x SFP+ Slot |
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Hardware |
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Tally Light |
Yes |
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Power |
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Power Connector |
1 x Barrel (12 VDC) Input |
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PoE Support |
PoE+ 802.3at |
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Power Consumption |
Device: 16 W |
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General |
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Dimensions |
5.31 x 3.35 x 0.98" / 13.5 x 8.5 x 2.5 cm |
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Weight |
0.7 lb / 320 g |
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