BirdDog X1 1080p PTZ Camera w/ NDI HX3, 20x Zoom - White

About: BirdDog X1 1080p PTZ Camera w/ NDI HX3, 20x Zoom - White

Unlock a new level of content creation with the BirdDog X1. PTZ cameras that deliver smooth, controllable movement and high-quality image, all while being incredibly accessible and versatile.​

Whether you’re diving into NDI, baseband video, or even going wireless with Wi-Fi, these cameras integrate smoothly into any workflow.​

Enjoy effortless control and impressive image quality, with features typically reserved for higher-end models like AI tracking, Halo Tally, built-in NDI|HX decoding and the industry-first E-Ink display. ​

With all these powerful features at your fingertips, the X1 and X1 Ultra are the smart, reliable solution for those ready to take their content creation to the next level.

• Dual Network Output - X1 and X1 Ultra combine NDI HX and SRT/RTMP protocols for seamless on-premises and remote/CDN connectivity, ensuring ultimate flexibility in both streaming set-ups and distribution.
• NDI Ecosystem - X1 and X1 Ultra can be integrated into multiple software environments, including TriCaster, vMix, Wirecast, ProPresenter, Epiphan Pearl, OBS, Vizrt Vectar, FOR.A, Broadcast Pix, and many more.
• Baseband - X1 and X1 Ultra’s baseband HDMI connectivity means it can be easily included in your existing production set-up. Connect with tech like video switchers, SDI converters, HDMI products, and many more.
• Serial Control - Take control effortlessly with older control protocols, seamlessly integrating with your existing infrastructure including PTZ controllers and automation systems.
• USB Webcam - X1 and X1 Ultra feature USB-C for connecting directly to Zoom, Teams, and most apps that support a USB UVC input.
• Control Support - The X1 and X1 Ultra Ship with their own IR remote, plus hardware control support for BirdDog PTZ Keyboard, Skaarhoj, CyanView, Streamdeck, Loupedeck, and even Xbox controllers.
• API 2.0 Support - With support for RESTful API, there are so many ways to program your own control over X1 and X1 Ultra to create a totally integrated PTZ camera solution.
• BirdDog Apps - X1 and X1 Ultra are fully compatible with the BirdDog family apps for routing, production, testing and monitoring, remote shading, and more. This includes NDI PTZ Control (iOS), Central and MV Pro.

Tally Light. It’s a halo Effect.

Professional results need professional tools. X1 and X1 Ultra sport the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front with a large, daylight visible border, and out back with an interchangeable, illuminated numbering system. Your cast and crew will always know where to look to keep your audience engaged and your look polished.

AI Tracking. We welcome our AI overlords.

Every production could use a little help from a friend. The X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following your subject’s movements in real-time. Whether you’re orchestrating a live event, capturing spontaneous moments in a hybrid environment, or hunting down sports action, AI tracking helps you get well framed – without needing an octopus to run the controller.

NDI | HX3. Enhanced Reliability on More Networks.

The X1 and X1 Ultra deliver superior network performance via NDI | HX3 integration. You get significantly reduced network impact and excellent image quality, meaning its more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI | HX3 delivers quality and performance you can count on.

Integrated NDI | HX Decoder. Let’s hook up.

The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring an NDI | HX* Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds, or teleprompter usage. We’ve pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Whether you’re broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI HX decoder enables more brilliance with less setup.

• *NDI | HX2 and NDI | HX3 supported

Wi-Fi. Connected but not connected.

No need to use cables to capture every shot. On top of regular ethernet with PoE, X1 and X1 Ultra have built-in Wi-Fi functionality. Easily capture shots from spots where it’s hard to run cable, seamlessly integrating into any environment. Your set up just became a whole lot more flexible.

E-Ink Label. Get Inked.

The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra are game-changers. From network addresses for easy access to controls, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

Colour Matrix.

Dialling in your camera colours just got levelled up. X1 and X1 Ultra have a full colour matrix with individual saturation control over Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Yellow and Magenta, all with 64 levels of control.

NDI PTZ Control for iPad and iPhone.

Take full control of your BirdDog camera, all from a super-easy to use iPad/iPhone app. Pan, Tilt, Zoom, save and recall pre-set PTZ positions, preview your cameras in full screen, and access all the colour matrix tools and settings for your BirdDog camera.

Advanced features in BirdUI.

BirdUI gives complete access to every function of your X1 and X1 Ultra, all within a beautiful and intuitive interface. As a browser-based application, it can be accessed from anywhere on the same network as the X1 and X1 Ultra.

BirdUI adds features including a dashboard for monitoring the camera and light/dark modes to suit your production environment.

Advanced Features.

• Unique Numbering System - Removable silicon numbers at the back of the X1 and X1 Ultra give additional Tally vision and allow switcher operators to easily identify cameras.   
• Smooth PTZ Motion - Enjoy superior PTZ motion at an exceptional price point, courtesy of BirdDog’s refined and precise PT motors, with the control algorithms delivering silky-smooth performance.
• Flexible Power - X1 and X1 Ultra can be powered in several ways via the included DC power supply or PoE. With under 15W PoE requirement it makes it not only convenient but cost effective on infrastructure owing to its low power consumption.
• NDI Mute - This function allows for muting of the NDI stream on the network. Perfect for meeting spaces, public spaces, classrooms, and any time some privacy is needed.
• Ultra-Low Latency - Featuring our brand new NDI | HX3 engine. Not only matching, but beating the minimum performance specifications for NDI | HX3. Be confident in any live production environment.

Free Software Tools.

• Central 2.0 Lite. Powerful NDIR Routing.
  • Central 2.0 Lite ushers in a new era of NDIR routing control. Browser-based, real- time NDIR routing with support for 2 receivers and a media playback engine, Central 2.0 Lite is a fantastic tool for all Bird Dog users.
• DYNO. Visual NDIR network performance monitoring.
  • DYNO is a window into your NDIR network performance. Test your network speed, performance, and stability with a single NDI stream or multiple streams. Now you can be confident your network can deliver rock- solid NDIR streams to your hardware and software receivers. All in a beautiful interface.
• BirdUI. BirdDog's beautiful User Interface.
  • BirdUl is the easiest and fastest way to access all the functions and settings of your Bird Dog hardware devices, all within a beautiful and intuitive interface. A browser-based application, it can be accessed from anywhere on the same network as the BirdDog device.

5 Year Warranty.

BirdDog P-series and X-series cameras feature a 5 year, global warranty. BirdDog prides itself on delivering the best possible products to customers, but if something was to go wrong,  you can rest assured knowing that no matter where in the world you are, BirdDog has your back.

Specifications

• IMAGING
  • Image Sensor - Sony 1/2.8” CMOS - FULL HD
  • Lens - f=5.5mm - 110mm
  • Optical Zoom - 20x
  • Video Format
    • 1080p @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25fps
    • 720p @ 60/50/30/25fps
  • Horizontal angle of view - 55.8° (W) – 3.2° (T)
  • Vertical angle of view - 32.2° (W) – 1.8° (T)
  • Diagonal angle of view - 61° (W) – 3.64° (T)
  • Aperture - F1.6 ~ 3.5
  • Focus - Auto, Manual
  • Exposure - Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual
  • Backlight Compensation - Yes
  • Digital Noise Reduction - 2D and 3D Noise Reduction
  • SNR - >50dB
  • Effective Pixels - 2.07 MP
  • Filter Ring (52mm): No
• MECHANICAL
  • Pan/Tilt Rotation - ±175°, -90° ~ +90°
  • Pan Control Speed - 0.1 -80°/sec
  • Tilt Control Speed - 0.1 -60°/sec
  • Preset Number - 255 presets
• I/O INTERFACE
  • Video Output Interfaces - HDMI, USB-C UVC 1.1, Network
  • Video Compression Formats - H.264, H.265
  • Network Interfaces - 100M adaptive Ethernet port; POE IEEE 802.3af, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac
  • Encoder Network Protocols - NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, RTSP, RTMP
  • HDMI Decoder Network Protocols - NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3
  • Control Interfaces - 10M/100M Ethernet, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac, RS232 (input & output), RS485, TYPE-C(UVC1.1)
  • Control Protocols - VISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI
  • 3rd Party Control Protocols: Support for Q-sys, Crestron and BitFocus Companion modules
• GENERAL
  • Input Voltage - DC 12V,  POE IEEE 802.3af
  • Input Current - 2.0A (Max)
  • Power Consumption - 13W (Max)
  • Working Temperature - -10ºC ~ +40ºC
  • Working Humidity - 20% ~ 80%
  • Dimension (WxHxD) - 6.76 x 7.58 x 6.76 inch (171.6 x 192.6 x 171.6mm)
  • Weight - 2.98 Lbs (1.35kg)