BirdDog 4K Quad NDI Encoder/Decoder  BD4KQUAD

BirdDog BD4KQUAD: The Ultimate 4K Video Solution

Elevate your video production with the BirdDog BD4KQUAD, the industry-leading 4K video solution designed for professionals who demand the highest quality and versatility. Whether you're streaming, recording, or live broadcasting, the BD4KQUAD ensures stunning 4K clarity and performance.

Unmatched Video Quality The BirdDog BD4KQUAD supports UHD 3840x2160 at multiple frame rates including 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, and 60.00 fps. It also supports HD formats such as 1920x1080p and 1920x1080i, providing flexibility for various production needs.

Comprehensive Connectivity Featuring multiple video I/O options, the BD4KQUAD is equipped with HDMI 2.0 and 12G SDI outputs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices. The selectable 12G SDI input/output further enhances its versatility, making it an ideal choice for complex video setups.

Professional Audio Integration The BD4KQUAD offers robust audio support, including HDMI and SDI inputs with 2-channel 48kHz audio. It also includes a 3.5mm microphone input and stereo headphone output, perfect for BirdDog Comms integration.

Advanced Video Codec Support With full support for NDI (full bandwidth i-frame compression), the BD4KQUAD delivers high-quality, low-latency video streaming. This makes it a perfect choice for live production environments where reliability and quality are paramount.

User-Friendly Display and Tally The integrated 4-line OLED status display provides real-time information at a glance. The BD4KQUAD also features an integrated multiviewer via HDMI output and bi-color tally indicators for seamless operation in multi-camera setups.

Reliable Network Connectivity Designed for modern video production, the BD4KQUAD includes Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT with integrated PoE, ensuring a stable and reliable network connection. The open SFP+ cage allows for 10Gb SFP+ adapters, providing future-proof network performance.

Compact and Durable Design Despite its powerful features, the BD4KQUAD maintains a compact size of 135x85x25mm and a weight of just 320g, making it easy to integrate into any production environment. With a power input of DC 12v / 16w and PoE+ 802.3at support, it's both versatile and energy-efficient.

Key Specifications:

• Video Formats:
  • UHD 3840x2160 at 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 fps
  • HD 1920x1080p at 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00 fps
  • HD 1920x1080i at 50.00i, 59.94i
  • HD 1280x720p at 50.00p, 59.94p, 60.00p
• Video I/O Connectivity:
  • HDMI 2.0 Output
  • 12G SDI Output and Selectable Input/Output
• Audio Input:
  • HDMI: 2Ch, 48kHz
  • SDI: 2Ch, 48kHz
  • 3.5mm Audio: Microphone (BirdDog Comms)
• Audio Output:
  • HDMI: 2Ch, 48kHz
  • SDI: 2Ch, 48kHz
  • 3.5mm Audio: Stereo Headphone (BirdDog Comms)
• Video Codec Support:
  • NDI (Full bandwidth i-frame compression)
• Display:
  • Integrated 4-line OLED Status Display
  • Integrated Multiviewer via HDMI OUT
• Tally:
  • Onboard Bi-color Tally Indicator
  • Selectable Tally Indicator on Video Loop Outputs
• Network Connectivity:
  • Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT with PoE
  • Open SFP+ Cage
  • Embedded Web Configuration Panel
• Dimensions and Weight:
  • Size: 135x85x25mm
  • Weight: 320g
• Power:
  • DC Input: DC 12v / 16w
  • PoE: PoE+ 802.3at

Enhance your production capabilities with the BirdDog BD4KQUAD, the ultimate solution for high-quality 4K video production.