BirdDog PLAY - UHD NDI/NDI|HX to HDMI 2.0 UHD Decoder
The Birddog Play is a compact 4K decoder with HDMI 2.0 output, designed to be placed at the back of a monitor to facilitate the output of NDI, SRT or NDI|HX signals within a local network. It supports all NDI 5 functionalities, including high bandwidth NDI up to 1080p60, as well as NDI|HX2 and NDI|HX3 with resolutions up to 2160p60. Weighing less than 100 grams and measuring 85x85x19mm it is the perfect device to carry your SRT or NDI streams to monitor. It is powered through a USB-C port, which adds enormous flexibility for installation. It supports control via RESTful API, Crestron control modules, Zoom API or Q-SYS API, making it easy to integrate into automated systems. Thanks to its intuitive interface it can be set up in minutes, making it the ideal device for live applications, conference rooms, live events and more.
Birddog PLAY - Compact and portable NDI to HDMI 2.0 decoder
The BirdDog Play NDI decoder represents the cutting edge in the streaming industry and real-time audiovisual content production. Designed to offer a comprehensive, high quality solution for video transmission over IP networks, this device excels with a wide range of features and functionalities that establish it as a leader in its field.
The NDI (Network Device Interface) standard, developed by NewTek, is a video over IP transmission technology that guarantees exceptional quality and minimal latency. This feature not only ensures the integrity and clarity of the video signal, but also enables smooth and uninterrupted transmission, which is essential in environments where quality and reliability are crucial.
In addition, the BirdDog Play NDI decoder supports a variety of remote control protocols, allowing it to be integrated with automation systems such as Crestron. This means that users can control the decoder remotely, making it easy to manage and monitor multiple devices from a centralised location. This integration further simplifies production workflow and allows users to maximise efficiency and productivity in live production environments.
In summary, the BirdDog Play NDI decoder is a must-have tool for any professional looking for a reliable, high-quality solution for streaming video over IP networks. With its compatibility with the NDI standard, its exceptional performance and its ability to integrate with remote control systems, the BirdDog Play NDI decoder offers an unparalleled level of versatility, quality and reliability in the field of real-time audiovisual content production.
Birddog PLAY decoder features
- HDMI 2.0 output up to UHD 2160p60
- Full NDI 1080p60 i-frame low latency
- NDI|HX2 2160p30 in H.264 and 2160p60 in HVEC
- NDI|HX3 2160p30 in H.264 and 2160p60 in HVEC
- RJ45 1000baseT Ethernet port
- USB-C 5vDC - 1.2a power supply
Data sheet
- Video Inputs
- NDI
NDI|HX
SRT - Outputs
- HDMI
- Max. Video Resolution
- 1280x720 - HD
1920x1080 - HD
3840x2160 - UHD - Entradas Audio
- Embebido
- Salidas Audio
- Embebido
- Data and Control
- Ethernet
USB - Power
- USB
- Transmisión
- NDI
Feature | MINI | PLAY | FLEX 4K IN | FLEX 4K OUT | FLEX 4K BP | 4K HDMI | 4K SDI | 4K QUAD |
SUPPORTED VIDEO FORMATS | ||||||||
UHD 2160p | - | 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | 25.00, 29.97, 30.00 | 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 | ||||
HD 1080p | 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 | 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 | ||||
HD 1080i | 50, 59.94, 60 | - | 50.00, 59.94 | 50.00, 59.94 | ||||
HD 720p | 50, 59.94, 60 | 30, 50, 59.94, 60 | 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 | 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 | ||||
VIDEO I/O CONNECTIVITY | ||||||||
HDMI Input | 1.4a | - | 2.0 | - | 2.0 | 2.0 | - | - |
HDMI Output | 1.4a | 2.0 | - | 2.0 | - | 2.0 | 2.0 | * |
12G SDI Input | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
12G SDI Output | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||
12G SDI Selectable Input/Output* | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 |
VIDEO CODEC SUPPORT | ||||||||
NDI (Full bandwidth i-frame compression) | Up 1080p60 | |||||||
NDI® HX2 – UHD30p in h.264 NDI® HX 2 – UHD60p in HEVC NDI® HX3 – UHD30p in h.264 NDI® HX 3 – UHD60p in HEVC | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
AUDIO INPUT | ||||||||
HDMI | 2Ch, 48kHz | - | 2Ch, 48kHz | - | 2Ch, 48kHz | 2Ch, 48kHz | - | - |
SDI | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2Ch, 48kHz | 2Ch, 48kHz |
3.5mm AUDIO | Microphone(BirdDog Comms) | - | Microphone/line input | Microphone(BirdDog Comms) | ||||
AUDIO OUTPUT | ||||||||
HDMI | 2Ch, 48kHz | 2Ch, 48kHz | - | 2Ch, 48kHz | - | 2Ch, 48kHz | ||
SDI | - | - | - | - | - | 2Ch, 48kHz | ||
3.5mm AUDIO | Headphones(BirdDog Comms) | Not Supported | Headphones/line output | Headphones(BirdDog Comms) | ||||
DISPLAY | ||||||||
Integrated 4-line OLED Status Display | - | - | - | - | - | |||
TALLY | ||||||||
Onboard Bi-color Tally indicator | - | |||||||
Selectable Tally indicator on video loop outputs | - | - | - | - | - | |||
NETWORK CONNECTIVITY | ||||||||
Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT w/integrated PoE (Power over Ethernet) | NO PoE | |||||||
Embedded Web configuration Panel | ||||||||
Open SFP+ Cage (10gb SFP+ Adapters sold separately) | - | - | - | - | - | |||
PTZ CONTROL | ||||||||
2.5mm 4-pole RS232 (VISCA) | - | - | - | - | - | |||
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS | ||||||||
Size | 105x113x24mm | 85x85x19mm | 107×63×31mm | 107×63×42.5mm | 135x85x25mm | |||
Weight | 200g | 97g | 140g | 150g | 260g | 260g | 320g | |
POWER | ||||||||
PoE (Power over Ethernet) | PoE 802.3af/at | - | PoE+ 802.3at | PoE+ 802.3at | ||||
DC Input | +5-18V DC 7w Max | USB-C 5vDC - 1.2a | DC 12v (30w max) | DC 12v/16w | ||||
DC Output | - | - | DC 12v (15w max) | - | DC 12v (15w max) | - | - | - |
NP style Battery Output | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |