The black P240 40X Full NDI PTZ Camera with HDMI/3G-SDI from BirdDog is a Full NDI PTZ camera that offers increased light sensitivity via its Sony Exmor 1/2.5" CMOS 8.5MP sensor while capturing sharp and vivid images in resolutions up to 1080p60. Output options include NDI, HDMI, and 3G-SDI as well as balanced XLR audio via an optional breakout cable. The camera features an integrated ND filter.

The IP output delivers Full NDI and other flavors of NDI, with optional BirdDog Cloud 3.0 integration unlocking access from globally connected, remote production locations. The IP address is visible via the integrated OLED display, which also displays the device name, stream name, resolution, and frame rate being used. The P240 supports Full NDI 5.5 for optimal compatibility across all NDI ecosystems.

2 x White Cameras, 1 x Black Camera    1/2.5" Exmor R CMOS Sensor, 8.5MP    40x Optical Zoom, Full NDI 5.5 Support    NDI/HDMI/3G-SDI Outputs, XLR Input

The P240 can generate scopes to send out as NDI, NDI Proxy, or both. This allows for monitoring scopes on the NDI Proxy while sending a clean main NDI feed simultaneously. Choose from histogram, waveform, vectorscope, or RGB parade and the position on the NDI stream.

The innovative Mohawk tally gives a full 360° view, so you'll never be caught out wondering which camera you need to be talking to.

Select an NDI source to be the timing master to provide more predictable timing in multi-camera environments.

FreeD is a protocol for sending PTZ positioning data to AR/VR systems including Unreal Engine, Brainstorm, Vizrt's Viz Virtual Studio, and it's all built right into the BirdUI.

Central Lite

• Team up Central Lite with any NDI source, including all BirdDog hardware capable of creating NDI sources, and you can now drive your NDI streams to any BirdDog Studio NDI or Mini to decode NDI back to SDI or HDMI.

Cam Control

• Cam Control allows easy access to all settings of all the BirdDog cameras on your network. Get the look you want on the full-screen output monitor and then copy across multiple cameras to color match in seconds.

Comms Lite

• Comms Lite is your free audio intercom solution with support for four BirdDog devices, plus a director

By adding an optional BirdDog Cloud subscription, you can now access the PTZ cameras and all features from anywhere in the world. No computers needed on the camera side.

Along with Full NDI, the P240 supports NDI|HX2, NDI|HX3, SRT, and h.264 for low-bandwidth requirements

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this as an NDI Source in OBS or Xsplit Broadcaster? Do I need the transmitter to be on the same network as the receiving device?

A: Yes, an NDI workflow is compatiable with X-Split and OBS. The transmitter does need to be on the same network, it's integral to how NDI functions. Evey component of this workflow has to be NDI compatiable.Newtek has plugins and software available to make your computer, OBS, and Xsplit Broadcaster NDI compatible on their website.

Q: 2. can this be put on a regular camera tripod that is screwed in?

A: Yes, the BirdDog X1 PTZ Camera with 20x Zoom (White) has a 1/4 female screw attachment on the bottom of the camera for mounting, and attaching to most any tripod.

Q: 3. Will the Rs-232 port control a TV on/off?

A: The BirdDog Flex 4K Out Full NDI Decoder - BH #BIBDFLEXDEC will not control power on/off of a television via its RS232C port.

Q: 4. Canthis camera record to an external SSD using the USB port?

A: No, the BirdDog X1 PTZ Camera with 20x Zoom (Black) dopes not support recording to an SSD.

Q: 5. Does anyone have real world experience with what the latency would be when you decode the signal back to hdmi?

A: The amount of latency will vary depending on a number of factors such as how many devices are on the network The types of devices on the network the bandwidth of the network switch or devices used to create the network. We typically recommend NDI for internet broadcasts or recording as these situations are not affected by latency or present opportunity to fix latency issues via Video/Audio Delay settings We typically do not recommend NDI for venues where the output will be displayed in the same room as the live content as there is always a delay. while it is possible to minimize the delay it is not possible to eliminate it and for most venues that is a deal breaker.

Q: 6. Is the L-series plate removable?

A: Unfortunately, the L series plate is not removeable.

Q: 7. Can I decode (and switch between) multiple camera feeds with this decoder?

A: It is not designed switch between multiple camera feeds. It is designed to operate as a point to point system receiving and displaying 1 video feed.

Q: 8. Is there a mount for the Flex 4K Out, similar to say the Mini's Camera mount, which allows for mounting to a 1/4"-20?

A: Please take a look at the link I have provided. This mount gives you the 1/4-20" screw to mount. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1594958-REG/birddog_bdflexcm_flex_4k_camera_mount.html

Q: 9. How can the comms port be setup and used from switcher side to camera operator side?

A: To utilize the comms port on the BirdDog Flex 4K HDMI In to Full NDI Encoder, communication software would be needed. You can find a compatible software here: https://bhpho.to/3YnzJQL.

Q: 10. does this have the same sensor as a P100 or has it been upgraded?

A: The BirdDog Eyes P110 sensor has the same Sony CMOS Backlit 1-Chip 1/2.86” CMOS Sensor 0.5 Lux as the P100.