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BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder

$2,099.00

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The BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder (BD4KQUAD) is a professional-grade hardware device designed for encoding and decoding high-quality video signals over an IP network using NDI technology. It supports 4K resolution and can simultaneously encode or decode up to four 4K signals, making it ideal for use in multi-camera live production environments. It offers low latency, high-quality video streaming and includes features such as Tally, Audio Intercom, and Power over Ethernet (PoE) support. The BD4KQUAD is also compatible with a range of third-party NDI-enabled devices and software applications, making it a versatile tool for a variety of video production workflows.

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The BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder (BD4KQUAD) is based on 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. An HDMI 2.0 output is available but is currently inactive until an expected future firmware update. When the output becomes active, a built-in cross converter will allow you to loop out an SDI input via the HDMI port.

Another major feature is an SFP+ expansion slot that supports SFP+ modules for fiber connectivity and Ethernet protocols from 1-10 GbE (you may require a free firmware update that's already available from BirdDog). A Tally system with a large bicolor 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.