BirdDog PLAY PRO 4K NDI to HX2 HX3 HDMI Converter w/KVM & PoE

About: BirdDog PLAY PRO 4K NDI to HX2 HX3 HDMI Converter w/KVM & PoE

BirdDog PLAY Pro is the simplest way to put NDI video on a display. Whether it’s a camera feed, return feed, confidence monitor, or live video away from the switcher, PLAY Pro gets it there — instantly and reliably.

Just connect it, power it with PoE, and plug in a screen. Built around a next-generation processor, PLAY Pro is smaller, significantly quieter, and housed in a rugged metal enclosure with proper mounting options, designed to live neatly behind a display and work day after day. With NDI KVM support, it’s not only for viewing video — you can interact and stay in control.

If you need NDI on a screen, you need PLAY Pro.

Pro-Grade Decoding — Built for Real-World Workflows.

Play Pro is built on a next-generation decoding engine designed for professional reliability.

It supports NDI, NDI HX3, and modern IP formats at up to 4Kp60 (NDI HX), delivering smooth, stable playback without compromise.

• NDI + NDI HX3 Decoding.
• Up to 4Kp60 resolution support.
• Low-latency, high quality video.
• Designed for continuous long-duration use.

Remote KVM. Control Any Computer Over IP.

Plug in a keyboard and mouse and instantly take control of a remote Mac or PC.

It’s like being physically in front of the machine — even if it’s in a rack room, another floor, or across the facility. 

Perfect for Broadcast control, Post-production, Machine rooms, Classrooms, Corporate studios, Remote operators, and IT/AV integration.

Install It Anywhere.

PLAY Pro is designed to live in professional environments. Its rugged metal enclosure, combined with an included VESA mount, allows it to be securely installed behind a display, inside an AV cabinet, under a desk — in any orientation.

Clean, compact, and installation-ready, PLAY Pro integrates seamlessly into AV furniture and fixed setups, delivering a reliable solution built to stay in place.

Fast Switching. No Waiting.

PLAY Pro switches between NDI sources instantly. No delay, no black frames — just the next feed, right when you select it.

Whether you’re changing camera angles, showing a return feed, or moving between live sources, Fast Switching keeps everything in sync and responsive. It’s ideal for control rooms, studios, classrooms, and live environments where timing matters.

BirdUI Simplicity.

Setup is intentionally simple: just open BirdUI, pick a source, and you’re ready to go.

BirdUI is the easiest and fastest way to access all the functions and settings of your BirdDog Play Pro. A browser-based application that can be accessed from anywhere on the same network as the BirdDog device.

Professional I/O That Fits Real Workflows.

Play Pro brings the connections AV and broadcast installers actually need:

• LED: Custom Status Light.
• USB: The classic USB ports, for keyboard, mouse, and accessories.
• USB-C: USB-C for flexible power options when PoE isn't available.
• PoE: Power over Ethernet for single-cable installs.
• GbE: Gigabit Ethernet for stable IP workflows.
• HDMI: The perfect output for displays, projectors, and production monitors.

Includes VESA / Multi Mount.

Take advantage of the included mount, designed to adapt to any situation — from various VESA configurations to under-table mounting.

• 75mm VESA
• Under Desk
• 100mm VESA

Free Software Tools

• Central 2.0 Lite. Powerful NDI Routing
  • Central 2.0 Lite ushers in a new era of NDI routing control. Browser-based, real-time NDI routing with support for 2 receivers and a media playback engine, Central 2.0 Lite is a fantastic tool for all BirdDog users.
• DYNO. Visual NDInetwork performance monitoring
  • DYNO is a window into your NDI 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 NDI streams to your hardware and software receivers. All in a beautiful interface.
• BirdUI. BirdDog’s beautiful User Interface
  • BirdUI is the easiest and fastest way to access all the functions and settings of your BirdDog 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.

Specifications

• Resolutions and Frame Rates*
  • UHD 2160p – 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
  • HD 1080p – 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
  • HD 720p – 30, 50, 59.94, 60
    • * Video decode resolution in Full NDI 1080p60 max, NDI|HX UHD60p.
• Video Format Support
  • NDI – 1080p60 in i-frame, low latency
  • NDI HX2 – UHD30p in h.264
  • NDI HX2 – UHD60p in HEVC
  • NDI HX3 – UHD30p in h.264
  • NDI HX3 – UHD60p in HEVC
• Video I/O Connectivity: 1x HDMI 2.0 – Full size connector
• Audio I/O Connectivity: Stereo audio over HDMI 2.0; Analogue audio output supported.
• NDI KVM Support: Mouse and Keyboard connection over USB-A ports
• LED Indicator: Status/Custom
• Network Connectivity: Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT
• Power
  • ​Power Input: USB-C or PoE
  • Voltage: 5V DC, PoE (802.3af)
  • Current: 2A
• Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 1.1 inch (76 x 76 x 28mm)
• Weight: 0.35 lbs (158g)