BirdDog X1 20x HD PTZ Camera (White)
BirdDog X1 20x HD PTZ Camera (White)
BirdDog X1 20x HD PTZ Camera (White)
BirdDog X1 20x HD PTZ Camera (White)
BirdDog X1 20x HD PTZ Camera (White)

BirdDog X1 20x HD PTZ Camera (White)

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Videoguys Part # (SKU): BDX1W
MFR Part # (MPN): BDX1W
Short Description:

Get ready to revolutionize your content creation experiencewith X1 and X1 Ultra – PTZs like no other.

Experience category-defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.

Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.

And here’s the showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!

One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX2 / NDI® | HX3 at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.

Elevate your creativity, embrace innovation, and let the excitement unfold with X1 and X1 Ultra.

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.

X1. X1 Ultra. Bring on the X-Factor.

  • Get ready to revolutionize your content creation experience with BirdDog X1 and X1 Ultra – PTZs like no other.
  • Experience category defining smooth, controllable movement and stunning image quality with X1 and X1 Ultra, with Halo Tally and AI Tracking for pure live production magic.
  • Say hello to seamless connectivity with NDI® | HX3 and Wi-Fi, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of technological excellence.
  • And here’s the  showstopper: an industry-first e-ink display that not only tells you everything you need to know, but stays brilliantly visible even when the camera is off!
  • One more thing… X1 and X1 Ultra decode NDI® | HX* at the same time! Say goodbye to guesswork with confidence monitoring or teleprompting output directly from your camera.
  • Elevate your creativity, embrace innovation, and let the excitement unfold with X1 and X1 Ultra.
  • *NDI | HX2 and NDI | HX3 supported *Coming soon

Tally Light.
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.

AI Tracking.
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 focusing on details in a TED talk, AI tracking helps you get well framed - without needing an octopus to run the controller. You can even select the individual in the frame to follow.

NDI® | HX3.
The X1 and X1 Ultra delivers superior network performance via NDI® | HX3 integration. Significantly reducing network impact while maintaining  excellent image quality, meaning its more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog’s NDI® | HX3 surpasses certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.

Wi-Fi.
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.

Integrated NDI® | HX Decoder.
The X1 and X1 Ultra are the world’s first PTZ cameras featuring a simultaneous 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 engagement with less setup.
*NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported

E-Ink Label. Get Inked.
The always-on e-Ink label on the X1 and X1 Ultra is a game-changer. From network addresses for easy access to controls through to customisable logos* to complement your brand image, this cool feature ensures that your set-up is clear and each camera easily identifiable even when the power is off.

  • Features:
  • 4K brilliance: X1 and X1 Ultra feature superior image quality, ensuring stunning visuals for every production, with X1 Ultra for UHD option.
  • Halo Tally: 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.
  • AI Tracking: X1 and X1 Ultra keep your subject in focus with AI tracking technology, intelligently following your subject's movements in real-time.
  • NDI® | HX3: enjoy reliable performance on more networks via NDI® | HX3.
  • Wi-Fi: Video and control over Wi-Fi so you can set up faster, in more places, for better shots.
  • NDI® | HX Decoder: Simpler, integrated solution that makes it so much easier to incorporate a teleprompter, return feed, or confidence monitoring.
  • Always on e-Ink Label: Easily load camera details, name, and IP address for faster set-up, in-production management, and crew communication.
  • 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.
  • Serial Control: Take control effortlessly with older control protocols, seamlessly integrating with your existing infrastructure.
  • USB Webcam: X1 and X1 Ultra feature USB-C for connecting directly to Zoom, Teams, and most apps that supports a USB UVC input.
  • Control support: The X1 and X1 Ultra ships with its own IR remote, plus hardware control support for BirdDog PTZ Keyboard, Skaarhoj, and more. 
  • BirdDog Apps: X1 and X1 Ultra are compatible with BirdDog Central, BirdDog Cloud, and BirdDog iOS NDI PTZ Control (Available separately)

IMAGING
Image Sensor
Sony 1/2.8” CMOS - FULL HD
Lens
f=5.5mm - 110mm
Optical Zoom
20x
Video Format
1080p @ 60/50/30/25fps, 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
    
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: 9600/4800/38400/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI
    
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 (W*H*D)
171.6*192.6*171.6mm/ 260*217*197mm (before / after packing)
Net and Gross Weight
1.35kg/2.05kg (Net/Gross weight)