Unlock a new level of content creation with the X1 and X1 Ultra. PTZ cameras that deliver smooth, controllable movement and high-quality image, all while being incredibly accessible and versatile.​

Whether you’re diving into NDI, baseband video, or even going wireless with Wi-Fi, these cameras integrate smoothly into any workflow.​

Enjoy effortless control and impressive image quality, with features typically reserved for higher-end models like AI tracking, Halo Tally, built-in NDI|HX decoding and the industry-first E-Ink display.

With all these powerful features at your fingertips, the X1 and X1 Ultra are the smart, reliable solution for those ready to take their content creation to the next level.​

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.

Colour Matrix.
Dialling in your camera colours just got levelled up. X1 and X1 Ultra have a full colour matrix with individual saturation control over Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Yellow and Magenta, all with 64 levels of control.

NDI® PTZ Control for iPad and iPhone.
Take full control of your BirdDog camera, all from a super-easy to use iPad/iPhone app. Pan, Tilt, Zoom, save and recall pre-set PTZ positions, preview your cameras in full screen, and access all the colour matrix tools and settings for your BirdDog camera.

Advanced features in BirdUI.
BirdUI gives complete access to every function of your X1 and X1 Ultra, all within a beautiful and intuitive interface. As a browser-based application, it can be accessed from anywhere on the same network as the X1 and X1 Ultra.
BirdUI adds features including a dashboard for monitoring the camera and light/dark modes to suit your production environment.

X1 – Tech Specs

IMAGING
Image Sensor: Sony 1/2.8” CMOS • FULL HD
Lens: f=5.5mm ~ 110mm
Optical Zoom: 20x
Video Format: 1080p @ 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25fps  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: 2.0 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 Format: H.264, H.265
Network Interfaces: 100M adaptive Ethernet port; POE IEEE802.3af, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11ac
Encoder Network Protocols: NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, SRT, 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: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI
3rd Party Control Protocols: Support for Q-sys, Crestron and BitFocus Companion modules is scheduled for August 2024

GENERAL PARAMETER
Input Voltage: DC 12V, POE IEEE802.3af
Input Current: 2.0A (Max.)
Power Consumption: 13W (Max.)
Working Temperature: -10℃ ～ +40℃
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)

BirdDog KBD PTZ Controller

Crafted from Feedback. Built for Brilliance.
BirdDog KBD Controller offers PTZ camera operators a rugged, ergonomic design, a large multi-camera display, and direct access to essential functions. With a built-in tally display and physical feedback for camera switching, it’s intuitive and eco-friendly, made with Ocean-Bound Plastics and recyclable Aircraft-grade Aluminum. NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422 connectivity ensure versatility no matter what language you speak.

Built for Seamless Control and Comfort.
KBD is crafted for those who rely on precision and ease in their workflow. With a rugged, ergonomic design, it’s built for comfort, featuring a hand-rest area and tactile controls for all-day use.

Super-fine Control Mode.
When it’s time to fine-tune, you can easily shift the camera joystick into ‘fine-tune’ mode, increasing the sensitivity of the joystick by 10x, making reframing shots on air more artistic flair than nail-biting scare.

Expanded Screen. Instant Camera Control.
The big screen allows you to monitor up to four cameras at once or focus on one full screen. Pairing and switching between cameras is just a single press away, with a tactile button that gives instant feedback under your finger, making transitions smooth and intuitive.

The KBD’s screen offers live previews for NDI-HX2/HX3 cameras and key text-based details for others, ensuring seamless compatibility and clarity across your workflow.

Built-in Tally Borders.
Pairing and switching between cameras is just a single press away, with tactile buttons providing instant feedback under your finger for smooth, intuitive transitions. When integrated with mixers like TriCaster or vMix, KBD’s built-in tally border shows the live camera directly on the keyboard, so you can stay focused without looking at other screens.

Camera Setting Sync.
An industry-first feature, you can tune one camera to look exactly how you like, and then simply copy those settings directly to another camera of the same model (BirdDog X series function). Making it easy to dial your cameras in and take your production quality to the next level.

Direct Access to Key Functions.
No more endless menu diving! KBD brings you straight to the essentials. With its streamlined layout, operators can access camera pairing, switching, and configuration in seconds. It’s all there, clear and accessible, thanks to user feedback that’s shaped a truly friendly experience.

Ultimate Connectivity in an Eco-Friendly Design.
BirdDog KBD connects seamlessly through NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422, making it versatile for any setup. And with a commitment to sustainability, it’s made using ocean-bound plastics, reducing environmental impact.

Affordable Innovation.
With enhanced features and a lower price than its predecessor, KBD is refined through user insight, offering unmatched comfort, control, and eco-consciousness for the modern PTZ camera operator.

*The KBD’s screen offers live previews for NDI-HX2/HX3 cameras and key text-based details for others, ensuring seamless compatibility and clarity across your workflow.

Tech Spec:

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 Diagonal Dimension: 5"
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)
ConstructionMaterial: 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