BirdDog 3x XL Ultra PTZ Cameras and KBD Controller Combo (Black)

BirdDog XL Ultra Combo
Cinematic Power. Broadcast Precision.
Unlock next-level storytelling with the XL Combo. This professional package includes 3x XL large-sensor PTZ cameras and the BirdDog KBD Controller for smooth, precise operation. Capture cinematic 4K60 images with a 4/3″ sensor, 20x optical zoom, dual cameras, and advanced connectivity.

BirdDog XL Ultra PTZ Camera
The XL Ultra is a cinematic PTZ camera built to excel in broadcast, virtual production, and premium AV, delivering uncompromising performance with a massive 4/3″ CMOS sensor, 4K60 capture, and dual-camera design. Its 20x optical zoom (40x in HD*) produces stunning depth of field, exceptional clarity, and outstanding low-light performance, while a second built-in 100° panoramic camera with a large 1/1.8″ sensor provides a simultaneous wide shot—both cameras independently controllable and outputting 4K60 at the same time. Powered by next-generation AI tracking for smooth, human-like motion, XL Ultra gives you full control over speed, style, and sensitivity. With support for NDI® High Bandwidth and NDI® HX3 simultaneously, plus 12G-SDI, HDMI, SFP+ fiber, PoE++, balanced XLR audio, and dual streaming via NDI, SRT, RTMP, or RTSP, XL Ultra is ready for any broadcast, AV, XR, or virtual production workflow—no compromises required.

BirdDog KBD Controller
BirdDog KBD Controller is the ideal tool for PTZ camera operators, designed with a rugged, ergonomic build and a large screen displaying up to four cameras at once. The streamlined menu provides direct access to essentials like camera pairing, while its built-in tally display integrates with mixers like TriCaster or vMix, showing the live camera right on the keyboard. With tactile feedback for camera switching, it’s intuitive and comfortable for extended use. The BirdDog KBD adapts to any setup with NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422 connectivity, and reflects BirdDog’s commitment to sustainability with its ocean-bound plastic construction. Packed with enhanced features, including improved access, configuration, and joystick calibration, it’s a powerful, affordable solution shaped by user feedback for greater control, comfort, and reliability.

BirdDog XL Ultra Specs:

 Primary Camera    

• Image Sensor: 4/3* Sony CMOS 5K Sensor
• Lens: 20x Optical Zoom Lens
• Video Format: 2160p60
• Additional resolutions: 2160p60, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 1080p60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25 1080160, 59.94, 50
• 720p60, 59.94,50
• Focal Length: 9.8mm- 186mm
• Aperture: f2.8-f4.5
• Focus: Auto, Manual
• AF Method: PDAF (Phase Detection Auto Focus)
• Horizontal Field of View: 71°- 49
• Exposure: Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual, BLC, WDR
• Shutter Speed: 1 / 1 -1/10.000s
• 3D Noise Reduction: Yes
• SNR: 300lux-600lux 45-50dB
• Effective Pixels: 20.89M P
• Vertical Field of View: 40°-2°
• Diagonal Field of View: 7 9 ° ~ 4.59
• ND Filter: Yes 1, 1/4/1/16, 1/62
• Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF): Yes
• Image Stabilization: Digital
• Digital Zoom: 16xSupersampling
• Filter ring: Yes

Secondary Panoramic Camera    

• Image Sensor: 1/1.8" Sony CMOS 4K sensor
• Lens: Fixed
• Focal Length: 4.4mm
• Aperture: f2.0
• Horizontal Field of View: 85°
• Vertical Field of View: 53°
• Diagonal Field of View: 93°
• Mechanical    
• Pan/Tilst Rotation: +170°, -30° -+90°
• Pan control Speed: 0.05° -120°/
• Tilt Control Speed: 0.05°~90%
• Preset Number: 256
• Integrated Tally Ligh: Halo Style, RGB (Front), Number Style (Rear)
• e-Ink display: 2x 3" Grayscale e-Ink Displays
• Pan/Tilt Drive System: Ultra-finedrive
• Quietness: 
• NC 50 (with a sound pressure level corresponding to t h e 500Hz-1kHzfrequencybandbeing49- 51dB)

I/O Interface    

• Video Output Interfaces: 12G-SDI, 3G SDI x2, HDMI 2.0, USB-C, 1Gb RJ45, SFP+ Cage (Ethernet)
• Video Compression Formats: H.264, H.265, SpeedHQ
• Network Interfaces: 1x 1GbE Adaptive Ethernet port, PoE++, 1x SFP+ Cage (Ethernet)
• Encoder Network Protocols: High-Bandwidth NDI® (SpeedHQ), NDI® HX3, NDI HX2, SRT, RT S P.RT M P
• Decoder Network Protocols: NDI HX3, NDIO HX2
• Decoder Supported Resolutions: 080p @60/59.94 / 50/30 / 29.97 / 25fps, 720p @60, 59.94, 50fps
• Control Interfaces: 1Gb Ethernet, SP+, RS232 (input &output), RS42, TYPE-C (UVC)
• Control Protocols: VISCA-IP, NDI, VISCA Serial, Pelco-P, Pelco-D
• FreeD Protocol: Supported - UDP /NDI® Embedded
• Analogue Audio: Balanced Audio XLR x 2
• Digital Audio: Embedded with Main and secondary HDMI, 12G-SDI, Network Video, USB (UVC)
• Genlock: Supported
• Timecode: Supported
• SD Card Slot: MicroSD - Recording supported
• Kensington Lock: Supported
• WebUI Control: Integrated BirdDog BirdUl 2.0
• API Support: BirdDog RESTful API 2.0, Crestron Libraries, Osys Libraries

AI Features    

• Presenter Tracking: Advanced with Secondary camera assistance
• Auto-Framing: Advanced with Secondary camera assistance
• Zone Tracking: Supported
• Gesture Control: Supported

General    

• Environmental Operation: Internal
• Input Voltage: DC-12V, PoE++
• Input current: <60W
• Power Consumption: 12V5A
• Working Temperature: 0°C- 40°C(32°F~105°F)
• Working Humidity: ~20% ~ 80% (Non-condensing)
• Dimensioned (W*H*D): 218.6 × 291.6 × 263.3mm (8.61 x 11.48 x 10.37in)
• Weight: 4K

BirdDog PTZ Controller Specs:

Camera Control

• PTZ Control: VISCA-IP, NDI, ONVIF, PELCO-P, PELCO-D
• Fine PTZ Control: VISCA-IP, NDI
• Focus Control: Auto Focus, Manual Focus buttons
• Auto Exposure: Direct Button
• Manual Exposure: Toggle Dial adjustment Brightness/Shutter/Gain/Iris
• Auto White Balance: Direct Button
• Manual White Balance: Toggle Dial adjustment R-Gain, B-Gain, Color Temperature
• Auto Focus: Direct Button
• Manual Focus: Direct Button (Near/Far)
• BLC (Backlight Compensation): Direct Button
• Zoom Ring on Joystick: Yes (enable/Disable)
• Programmable Trigger on Joystick: Adjustable, One-Push Focus, AI Tracking, One-Push AWB
• AI Camera Mode Control: Camera Dependent, supported
• Copy/Paste Camera Settings: Supported on selected BirdDog Cameras (VISCA-IP, NDI)

Camera Access    

• Max. Cameras support: 255
• Direct Camera access keys: 6
• Direct Preset access keys: 10
• Max Preset support: 255 per camera
• OSD Camera Menu: Menu Button / Interaction with Joystick

Display    

• Display Resolution: 1280x720
• Multiview IP Video: Supported, NDI HX (Proxy), RTSP (max. 30 fps)
• Full Screen IP Video: Supported, NDI HX (Proxy), RTSP (max. 30 fps)
• IP Video CODEC support: h.264, h.265
• Tally Borders: Selectable, Multiview and Full Screen mode
• On Screen Menu: Fully configurable
• Light/Dark Mode: YES

NDI Support    

• NDI Control: NDI HX2, NDI HX3, High Bandwidth NDI
• NDI Multiview: NDI HX2, NDI HX3
• NDI Router: Yes, follows current active camera
• NDI Discovery: Supported
• NDI Access Manager: Supported
• NDI PTZ Sensitivity: Standard (NDI); Superfine (BirdDog Specific)

Setup/Configuration    

• WebUI: BirdUI for setup and firmware updates
• Light/Dark Mode: YES
• API-based Camera Selection: YES

Serial Connections    

• RS-232: D-Sub connector (9-pin)
• RS-422: Phoenix connector

Mechanical    

• Joystick Type: 4D (Integrated Trigger button)
• Keys: 37 Keys; Backlit, Individual Contact, Silicon Pad
• Toggle Dials: 4 knobs; Press Button, Graduated, 360° adjustment
• Zoom Rocket: Spring loaded, adjustable
• Dimensions: 377mm x 177mmx 118mm ; 14.84in x 6.96 x 4.64in (LxWxH including Joystick)
• Construction Material: Aluminium; OBP Ocean-Bound Plastic
• Integrated Carry Handle: YES
• Operating Temperature: -10°C - +55°C; 14°F - 130°F
• Storage Temperature: -10°C - +55°C; 14°F - 130°F
• Operating Humidity: 20% - 80% (Non-condensing)
• Storage Humidity: 0% - 90% (Non-condensing)
• Power Supply: PoE (802.3af), DC12V
• Power Consumption: ≤5W
• Packaging Dimensions: 390x215x165mm; 15.35x8.46x6.49 in

3 x BirdDog XL Ultra - Black
1 x BirdDog KBD PTZ Controller with Integrated Screen