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The BirdDog X5 Ultra elevates production with unparalleled image quality, robust connectivity, and a meticulously engineered design ... Read more
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The BirdDog X5 Ultra elevates production with unparalleled image quality, robust connectivity, and a meticulously engineered design. Equipped with NDI® | HX3 up to 4K60, 12G-SDI connectivity, and simultaneous NDI® | HX2/3 decoding, it also features a Halo Tally light, dual e-Ink displays, and advanced AI-driven auto-framing, tracking, and control.
Experience precision robotic controls with an advanced motor drive system that ensures ultra-smooth, accurate movements. On-air transitions are seamless, with natural acceleration and deceleration. The BirdDog signature Halo Tally system enhances audience engagement, while the revolutionary built-in NDI® decoding*, 12G-SDI support, and dual e-Ink displays simplify branding and maintenance. The Sony 4K60 image sensor delivers top-tier NDI® | HX3 performance, making the X5 Ultra an industry leader in every aspect.
NDI® | HX3 Support: Provides up to 4K60 resolution.
12G-SDI Connectivity: Ensures high-bandwidth video transmission.
Simultaneous NDI® | HX2/3 Decoding: Allows for concurrent decoding of multiple NDI® streams.
Halo Tally Light: Enhances audience engagement by indicating on-air status.
Dual e-Ink Displays: Facilitates easy branding and maintenance.
Advanced AI Auto-Framing, Tracking, and Control: Offers intelligent and automated camera operations.
Advanced Motor Drive System: Delivers ultra-smooth and precise robotic movements with natural acceleration and deceleration.
Sony 4K60 Image Sensor: Provides high-performance image capture for superior NDI® | HX3 quality.Built-in NDI®
Decoding: Integrated decoding capabilities for seamless NDI® stream management.
Image Sensor: Sony 1/2.8” CMOS, ULTRA HD
Lens: f=5.4mm - 104mm, 20x Optical Zoom
Video Formats: 2160p, 1080p, 720p at multiple frame rates
Angles of View: Horizontal 56.6º (W) - 3º (T), Vertical 32.5º (W) - 1.7º (T), Diagonal 64.7º (W) - 3.5º (T)Aperture: F1.6 ~ 3.6
Focus: Auto, Manual
Exposure: Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual, BLC, WDR
Shutter Speed: 1/1 - 1/10000s
Backlight Compensation: Yes
Digital Noise Reduction: 3D Noise Reduction
Effective Pixels: 8.46MP
Filter Ring: Ø 49mm
AI Tracking: Present
Pan/Tilt Rotation: ±170º, -30º ~ +90º
Pan/Tilt Speed: 0.1 - 200º/sec
Presets: 128 Presets, Speed Adjustable
Integrated Tally Light: Halo Style, RGB
Pan/Tilt Drive System: Ultra-fine Drive
Noise Level: Max 28dB at full speed pan
Video Output: 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4, USB-C UVC 1.1, 1Gb Network
Video Compression: H.264, H.265
Network Interfaces: 1GbE adaptive Ethernet port, POE+ IEEE 802.3at
Encoder Network Protocols: NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3, SRT, RTSP, RTMP
Control Protocols: VISCA, VISCA-IP, NDI®Control Interfaces: 1GbE Ethernet, RS232, RS422, TYPE-C (UVC1.1)Audio: Digital (HDMI, 12G-SDI, Network Video, USB), Analog (3.5mm Mic/Line In)
Input Voltage: DC 12V, PoE+ IEEE802.3at
Input Current: 2.0A (Max.)
Power Consumption: 18W (Max.)
Working Humidity: 20% ~ 80%
Dimensions: 185.7 x 171.9 x 200.9 mm (before packing), 271 x 275 x 245 mm (after packing)
Weight: 2.31kg (Net), 3.76kg (Gross)
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