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The BirdDog 4K QUAD is a professional-grade NDI encoder/decoder designed for high-performance video production environments. Equipped with four 12G-SDI bidirectional ports, it supports up to 4Kp60 video encoding and decoding over full-bandwidth NDI, ensuring seamless integration into IP-based workflows. The device’s robust construction, featuring an aircraft-grade aluminum chassis, ensures durability and reliability in demanding studio and field conditions.
A standout feature of the 4K QUAD is its ability to simultaneously encode and decode two NDI streams, offering flexibility for complex production setups. The integrated SFP+ port allows for 10GbE connectivity, facilitating high-speed data transfer over fiber networks. Additionally, the unit includes a 3.5mm audio input/output for intercom functionality, a 4-line OLED display for real-time status monitoring, and supports PoE+ for simplified power and network integration.
The device comes bundled with BirdDog’s Comms Lite software, providing a basic audio intercom system for up to four devices. For advanced communication needs, users can upgrade to Comms Pro, which offers enhanced features such as multiple group chats and director push-to-talk functionality. The 4K QUAD is also compatible with BirdDog Central, enabling efficient routing and management of NDI streams across various endpoints.
Designed for professionals in broadcast, live event production, and streaming, the BirdDog 4K QUAD delivers a comprehensive solution for transitioning to IP-based video workflows. Its combination of high-resolution support, versatile connectivity, and integrated communication tools make it an essential asset for modern video production environments.
BirdDog 4K QUAD Streaming NDI Encoder
BD-BD4KQUAD
Price: €1,990.00
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The BirdDog 4K QUAD is a professional-grade NDI encoder/decoder designed for high-performance video production environments. Equipped with four 12G-SDI bidirectional ports, it supports up to 4Kp60 video encoding and decoding over full-bandwidth NDI, ensuring seamless integration into IP-based workflows. The device’s robust construction, featuring an aircraft-grade aluminum chassis, ensures durability and reliability in demanding studio and field conditions.
A standout feature of the 4K QUAD is its ability to simultaneously encode and decode two NDI streams, offering flexibility for complex production setups. The integrated SFP+ port allows for 10GbE connectivity, facilitating high-speed data transfer over fiber networks. Additionally, the unit includes a 3.5mm audio input/output for intercom functionality, a 4-line OLED display for real-time status monitoring, and supports PoE+ for simplified power and network integration.
The device comes bundled with BirdDog’s Comms Lite software, providing a basic audio intercom system for up to four devices. For advanced communication needs, users can upgrade to Comms Pro, which offers enhanced features such as multiple group chats and director push-to-talk functionality. The 4K QUAD is also compatible with BirdDog Central, enabling efficient routing and management of NDI streams across various endpoints.
Designed for professionals in broadcast, live event production, and streaming, the BirdDog 4K QUAD delivers a comprehensive solution for transitioning to IP-based video workflows. Its combination of high-resolution support, versatile connectivity, and integrated communication tools make it an essential asset for modern video production environments.
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4K SDI
1x HDMI 2.0 Output
4x 12G SDI Input/Output
Next Level NDI® Tools.
Following on from the award winning HD NDI® products, the 4K Family has been engineered from the ground up for real-world users. Built around BirdDog’s custom NDI® silicon chip and housed in an aircraft grade aluminium case, features include 12G SDI and HDMI 2.0 inputs and outputs, built-in cross converter, SFP+ port for 10GbE connectivity, active loop outs, audio intercom system, NDI® tally system, PoE, and compatibility with BirdDog’s Comms Pro and Central Pro apps.
Encode & Decode up to 4Kp60.
With support for all resolutions up to 4Kp60, including all HD resolutions, Encoding and Decoding 4K Full NDI® has never been easier.
12G & HDMI 2.0 connections.
All SDI connectors on the 4K line are 12G SDI, including all four SDI connectors on 4K Quad. All the HDMI connectors are 2.0 for maximum compatibility with your sources and destinations. The HDMI port is not enabled on QUAD.
SFP+ for 10GbE & long range.
Industry standard SFP+ connection allows for short, medium, and long range connections over fiber and supports Ethernet protocols from 1GbE to 10GbE.
NDI Tally that just works.
A full Tally system is built right into the 4K Family and it requires zero configuration. Includes a built-in large Tally light for your on-air talent to easily see which camera is live, plus user selectable Tally borders on loop out.
Cross Converter.
4K SDI and 4K HDMI include a built-in cross converter and any of the 12G SDI inputs can be looped out the HDMI 2.0 port and any of the HDMI 2.0 inputs can be looped out the 12G SDI. This function is not available in QUAD.
RESTful API. DIY automation.
Download the free BirdDog RESTful API and program your own automation for all BirdDog hardware endpoints, including cameras.
Distribute NDI® content everywhere. Just add Central 2.0.
BirdDog Central 2.0 is a software platform set to redefine the way we think about driving content to TV screens. By teaming up Central 2.0 with any NDI® source, including all BirdDog hardware capable of creating NDI® sources, you can now drive your NDI® streams to any BirdDog Studio NDI, Mini or 4K Family to decode NDI® back to SDI or HDMI.
4K QU – Tech Specs
SUPPORTED VIDEO FORMAT
UHD 3840x2160: 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00
HD 1920x1080p: 23.98, 24.00, 25.00, 29.97, 30.00, 50.00, 59.94, 60.00
HD 1920x1080i: 50.00i, 59.94i
HD 1280x720p: 50.00p, 59.94p, 60.00p
VIDEO I/O CONNECTIVITY
12G SDI Selectable Input/Output *: 4
HDMI 2.0 Output: ✔
AUDIO INPUT
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*: HDMI OUT
TALLY
Onboard Bi-color Tally indicator: ✔
Selectable Tally indicator on video loop outputs: ✔
NETWORK CONNECTIVITY
Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT w/integrated PoE (Power over Ethernet): ✔
Open SFP+ Cage (10gb SFP+ Adapters sold separately): ✔
Embedded Web configuration Panel: ✔
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
Size: 135x85x25mm
Weight: 320g
POWER
DC Input: DC 12v / 16w
PoE (Power over Ethernet): PoE+ 802.3at
*Feature coming soon with free firmware update.
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Data sheet
- Video Input
- SDI
- Video Output
- HDMI
NDI
SDI - Audio Input
- Mini Jack 3.5mm
SDI Embedded - Audio Output
- HDMI Embedded
Mini Jack 3.5mm
NDI Embedded
SDI Embedded - Max Output Resolution
- 4K UltraHD (3840 x 2160) 50/60 fps
- Output colour sampling
- RGB 4:2:2 10-bit
- Built-in scaler
- No
- Max bitrate
- 360Mbps
- Streaming protocols
- NDI
- Network Connection
- Ethernet
Specific References
- ean13
- 9354873000058
- mpn
- BD4KQUAD
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