Quickly and easily convert up to four NDI streams and transmit them as a USB webcam with this Pod NDI to USB Webcam Converter from BirdDog. The compact unit fits right onto your meeting room table and plugs into a computer using the USB Type-C output.

Its RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port plugs into your network and auto-detects NDI streams. The four numbered buttons allow you to choose which NDI stream to send to the USB output. The USB output can be utilized by just about any third-party streaming software such as Zoom and Teams, and it features API support to integrate with third-party APIs. The rubberized grip ring on the bottom of the Pod ensures that it doesn't slide on flat surfaces.

Convert NDI Stream to USB Video    Utilize USB Video Output as a Webcam    Buttons Switch Between 4 x NDI Sources    Powers with PoE, API Control    Automatic Source Scanning

Access any NDI video and convert to a USB webcam. Connect to Zoom, Teams, Meet, and any conferencing or software application that supports a USB Webcam input.

Use the soft-touch buttons, conveniently numbered 1 to 4, to switch between sources.

For the ultimate in elegant installations use with a PoE (Power over Ethernet) switch to power pod without the need for any wall plugs.

The non-slip rubberized grip ring stops the Pod from moving around.

Pod supports API commands so you can build out the ultimate Zoom or Teams room.

Pod automatically scans your network for NDI sources.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does this support 1920x1200?

A: The BirdDog Mini HDMI to NDI Encoder/Decoder (B&H# BIBDMINIHDMI) supports up to 1080p 59.94fps, which sometimes is called 1080/60p. That's 1920 x 1080. It will not support 1920 x 1200 and does not feature a scaler to downres to that resolution. But you could add a device to change the resolution (or perhaps just use a lower resolution output from your video source) and still use it.

Q: 2. Is the L-series plate removable?

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

Q: 3. Can i use a 5V 2A power source for this device?

A: Yes, you can use a 5V 2A power source for the BirdDog PLAY 4K NDI Player.

Q: 4. Does this support portrait orientation?

A: No, only landscape (or standard) orientation is available at this time.

Q: 5. Can this item be controlled with the Birddog Connect Software?

A: Yes, You will be able to send a BirdDog Cloud Connect video/audio stream to a BirdDog PLAY if the broadcaster/endpoint/company account has a Cloud License and Cloud Connect setup. The end-user with the PLAY scans or types in a code to view their available streams. Streams on BirdDog Cloud Connect can be organized in groups with specific PIN # access. Cloud Connect Groups have customizable branding options for uploading logos and colors to match agency and client productions. Beta signups for Cloud Connect are at the bottom of this page: https://birddog.tv/cloudconnect-overview/

Q: 6. How much bandwidth does each unit use?

A: The BirdDog PLAY 4K NDI Player supports NDI|HX2 and full NDI standards. The bandwidth required depends on the NDI standard and resolution that you work with. You can see the bandwidth needs by resolution, frame rate, and NDI standard here: https://bhpho.to/4dv12wD.

Q: 7. Is there WiFi built it or how can we add WiFi?

A: No, this product does not support WiFi. You would have to connect the NDI Network via Ethernet.

Q: 8. Does an NDI source have to be selected at startup or can it autoplay the previously selected source?

A: The unit has an Automatic Source Detection function that automatically scans your network for NDI sources and brings them up with a thumbnail view. Thus, any NDI source that had been established will automatically be found first.

Q: 9. Does this unit have a 1/4 20 for tripod mounting?

A: The BirdDog Mini HDMI to NDI Encoder/Decoder (B&H# BIBDMINIHDMI) does not have a 1/4"-20 female thread in particular. Rather, to mount this product using a 1/4"-20 thread, just add the separate item called the BirdDog Mini Camera Mount (B&H# BIBDMINICM). See below: https://bhpho.to/3ZJMaUy

Q: 10. Does this item support PoE?

A: The BirdDog PLAY is powered by standard USB-C.