BirdDog FLEX 4K BACKPACK THE SMALLEST 4K NDI®

The Smallest 4K NDI on the Planet. 4K NDI® in an incredibly small package. Flex delivers everything you have come to expect from BirdDog including Tally, Audio Intercom, Video, Audio, PTZ Control, and Power. All over a single Ethernet cable. With 3 models to choose from in the Flex Family, there is a Flex perfect for your workflow needs.

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The Smallest 4K NDI on the Planet.

4K NDI® in an incredibly small package. Flex delivers everything you have come to expect from BirdDog including Tally, Audio Intercom, Video, Audio, PTZ Control, and Power. All over a single Ethernet cable. With 3 models to choose from in the Flex Family, there is a Flex perfect for your workflow needs.

Small is the new Big.

With a footprint only slightly larger than a credit card, the Flex 4K NDI Encoders and Decoders are the smallest on the planet. Because sometimes the biggest things are also the smallest.

Cool touch thermals.

Sometimes the biggest features are also the least obvious. Flex 4K NDI has  an unmatched thermal design and whisper quiet fans to keep Flex cool and fresh at all times. Even on the hottest of days and in direct sunlight.

One cable to rule them all.Now with added power.

BirdDog’s revolutionary Studio NDI gave the world NDI, Power, Video, Audio, Tally, and Audio Intercom all done a single Ethernet cable. Flex 4K IN and Flex 4K BACKPACK take it one step even further and provides an additional 15w power allowing you to use the DC output to power your monitor, recorder, or even your camera.

Halo Tally. It just works.

Flex’s revolutionary Halo Tally system is built right into the Flex Family and requires zero configuration when connected with any NDI enabled, software based, production system. The Halo Tally is designed to be seen by the camera operators as well as the on air talent.

Flex 4K BACKPACK.Upgrade your monitor.

Flex BACKPACK is the ultimate upgrade for your camera top monitor recorder. Featuring an NP style battery connection with 15w power output, it allows you to encode NDI, power your monitor, and record all at the same time. With great power comes great responsibility.

The ultimate PTZ sidekick.

If you aren’t lucky enough to own a BirdDog PTZ camera with Full NDI natively, then Flex is your ultimate sidekick. Plug in HDMI to encode Full NDI, and attach the optional PTZ control cable to have complete PTZ control. Perfect upgrade for your PTZ camera while waiting for Santa to bring you a BirdDog PTZ.

G’Day Dante.

Flex 4K NDI family can support Dante input and output via the 3.5mm audio jack. Flip Dante out of the NDI stream or embed Dante into the NDI stream. The choice is yours.

Dante support for Flex 4K NDI is shipping soon and is a $69 add-on. to register your interest.

100% Recyclable packaging.We love Pachamama.

Every element of Flex packaging is 100% recyclable. Soy based ink is used to further reduce our environmental footprint. There are no printed manuals inside the box to save paper. Of course, you can download the most up to date version anytime from our website.

Camera Mount.

The optional camera mount adds a 1-4”/20 female thread for mounting onto ball heads and magic arms to pimp your rig the way you want it.

RESTful API. DIY automation.

Download the free  and program your own automation for all BirdDog hardware endpoints, including cameras.

Central Lite.

Team up Central Lite 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 or Mini to decode NDI®  back to SDI or HDMI.

Dashboard.

Open up a web browser (Chrome preferred) on the same network as Flex andlogin into Dashboard for total control of all settings. Change resolutions andframe rates, unlock new features with the latest firmware, and more.

Comms Lite.

Comms Lite is your free Audio Intercom solution. With support for four BirdDog devices, plus a director, Comms Lite is a great way to start using Audio Intercom in your live productions.

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DescriptionThe Smallest 4K NDI on the Planet. 4K NDI® in an incredibly small package. Flex delivers everything you have come to expect from BirdDog including Tally, Audio Intercom, Video, Audio, PTZ Control, and Power. All over a single Ethernet cable. With 3 models to choose from in the Flex Family, there is a Flex perfect for your workflow needs.Enterprise grade NDI® routing. And so much more. Central 2.0 ushers in a new era of NDI® routing control. Browser-based with SSO support, smart grouping of NDI® receivers, real-time NDI® routing, media playback engine, and support for thousands of sources, Central 2.0 is your ultimate NDI® management tool.Hello World. Come PLAY. Meet PLAY, the newest and smallest HD & 4K NDI® Player with full support for NDI® 5. Now connections are a breeze, simply connect PLAY to your NDI® network, plug it into your TV via HDMI, and use your own remote to browse sources and instantly connect.NDI® Wallplates for Building the Ultimate AV Experience. NDI® Wallplates are the answer to elegant and permanent NDI® installations. With two models to choose from, Dual Input or Dual Output, they have been designed to make boardroom setups a breeze. Install the Dual Output in the wall to drive content to the TV screens and install the Dual Input into the meeting table to take inputs from laptops and other devices. Wallplates are all built upon BirdDog’s custom NDI® chip and can be completely automated via the programmable RESTful API, and also feature PoE for single Ethernet cable functionality, interchangeable faceplates, soft glow status indicators, and an easy to use web management console to change settings.The ultimate NDI® experience integrated. Built upon Intel® SDM platform the BirdDog SDM Family will revolutionise the way content is distributed to even the largest installations. Simply install the SDM module inside an SDM compatible flat panel display for the most integrated and scalable NDI® to screen solution available. No more wall boxes or patch panels, now the AV distribution is built directly into the display. Controlled by the all in one BirdDog OS and with two BirdDog SDM modules to choose from, M1 an M2, there is a solution for every project. M1 is a full NDI Sender and Receiver based on the Intel SDM-L form factor and M2 is an NDI Receiver built on the Intel® SDM-S module. With support for resolutions all the way up to 4Kp60, there is also a RESTful API for programming completely automated spaces.A true blue partnership. Created by Australian company Audinate, Dante® is the leading AV-over-IP solution in the world, found in over 2000 products from more than 400 manufacturers. BirdDog’s partnership with Audinate will bring Dante® support to all hardware product lines, Dante® integration into Comms Pro, and see a new Dante NDI Bridge application released for splitting Dante® audio out of NDI® and for re-inserting Dante® back into the NDI® stream. Now that’s fair dinkum.
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The Smallest 4K NDI on the Planet.

4K NDI® in an incredibly small package. Flex delivers everything you have come to expect from BirdDog including Tally, Audio Intercom, Video, Audio, PTZ Control, and Power. All over a single Ethernet cable. With 3 models to choose from in the Flex Family, there is a Flex perfect for your workflow needs.

Small is the new Big.

With a footprint only slightly larger than a credit card, the Flex 4K NDI Encoders and Decoders are the smallest on the planet. Because sometimes the biggest things are also the smallest.

Cool touch thermals.

Sometimes the biggest features are also the least obvious. Flex 4K NDI has  an unmatched thermal design and whisper quiet fans to keep Flex cool and fresh at all times. Even on the hottest of days and in direct sunlight.

One cable to rule them all.Now with added power.

BirdDog’s revolutionary Studio NDI gave the world NDI, Power, Video, Audio, Tally, and Audio Intercom all done a single Ethernet cable. Flex 4K IN and Flex 4K BACKPACK take it one step even further and provides an additional 15w power allowing you to use the DC output to power your monitor, recorder, or even your camera.

Halo Tally. It just works.

Flex’s revolutionary Halo Tally system is built right into the Flex Family and requires zero configuration when connected with any NDI enabled, software based, production system. The Halo Tally is designed to be seen by the camera operators as well as the on air talent.

Flex 4K BACKPACK.Upgrade your monitor.

Flex BACKPACK is the ultimate upgrade for your camera top monitor recorder. Featuring an NP style battery connection with 15w power output, it allows you to encode NDI, power your monitor, and record all at the same time. With great power comes great responsibility.

The ultimate PTZ sidekick.

If you aren’t lucky enough to own a BirdDog PTZ camera with Full NDI natively, then Flex is your ultimate sidekick. Plug in HDMI to encode Full NDI, and attach the optional PTZ control cable to have complete PTZ control. Perfect upgrade for your PTZ camera while waiting for Santa to bring you a BirdDog PTZ.

G’Day Dante.

Flex 4K NDI family can support Dante input and output via the 3.5mm audio jack. Flip Dante out of the NDI stream or embed Dante into the NDI stream. The choice is yours.

Dante support for Flex 4K NDI is shipping soon and is a $69 add-on. to register your interest.

100% Recyclable packaging.We love Pachamama.

Every element of Flex packaging is 100% recyclable. Soy based ink is used to further reduce our environmental footprint. There are no printed manuals inside the box to save paper. Of course, you can download the most up to date version anytime from our website.

Camera Mount.

The optional camera mount adds a 1-4”/20 female thread for mounting onto ball heads and magic arms to pimp your rig the way you want it.

RESTful API. DIY automation.

Download the free  and program your own automation for all BirdDog hardware endpoints, including cameras.

Central Lite.

Team up Central Lite 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 or Mini to decode NDI®  back to SDI or HDMI.

Dashboard.

Open up a web browser (Chrome preferred) on the same network as Flex andlogin into Dashboard for total control of all settings. Change resolutions andframe rates, unlock new features with the latest firmware, and more.

Comms Lite.

Comms Lite is your free Audio Intercom solution. With support for four BirdDog devices, plus a director, Comms Lite is a great way to start using Audio Intercom in your live productions.

Enterprise grade NDI® routing. And so much more.

Central 2.0 ushers in a new era of NDI® routing control. Browser-based with SSO support, smart grouping of NDI® receivers, real-time NDI® routing, media playback engine, and support for thousands of sources, Central 2.0 is your ultimate NDI® management tool.

Smart Grouping.

Group NDI® decoders together to easily manage content distribution to multiple receivers.

Central. De-Centralised.

Central 2.0 is browser based so you can access anywhere on your network.

SSO.

Central 2.0 Enterprise supports SSO to make life easy for larger organisations.

Video preview windows.

The video previews allow interactive browser based monitoring and switching of sources making Central 2.0 a great option for pre-switching sources on large events and live shows.

NDI Routing. 3 clicks.

At its core Central 2.0 is an NDI® routing application. Route NDI® video across your network easily by selecting a source, a destination device, or a group, and hitting connect.

Media player. Light as a feather.

The built-in media player uses an extremely low amount CPU power, regardless of playing the file back once or looping 24/7. It achieves this by pre-rendering sources to NDI using the inbuilt Generator to create lightweight native NDI files for play back.

Re-Transmitter. Create NDI video and audio mashups.

The Re-transmitter feature allows creation of new NDI® Sources by combining the video of an NDI® source with the audio of another NDI® source. A created Re-transmitter Source is then displayed and selectable in the sources list for easy routing. Great for creating sub mixes for distribution in venue or remotely via and works seamlessly with software.

Hello World. Come PLAY.

Meet PLAY, the newest and smallest HD & 4K NDI® Player with full support for NDI® 5. Now connections are a breeze, simply connect PLAY to your NDI® network, plug it into your TV via HDMI, and use your own remote to browse sources and instantly connect.

NDI® 5.

PLAY supports all the new NDI® 5 functions including high bandwidth NDI, NDI® HX2 and HX3. Learn more about all the amazing features of NDI 5 .

Tiny footprint.

Play measures just 85mm x 85mm x 19mm and only weighs 97grams.

Incredible API support.

RESTful API, Crestron control module, Zoom API, Q-SYS API. You name it, PLAY supports it.

4K UHD. HDMI 2.0

Receive NDI® in resolutions all the way up to UHD60p*.

*Full NDI® max 1080p60, NDI®|HX max UHD60p

USB Power.

PLAY is powered by standard USB-C for maximum flexibility.

CEC control. BYO remote.

The built-in CEC control lets you use your own remote to browse and play NDI® sources.

Easy source selection.

Navigation to your NDI® sources is an absolute breeze within the on-screen display, using your TV remote control.

Automatic source detection.

PLAY automatically scans your network for NDI® sources and brings them up on your TV.

NDI® Wallplates for Building the Ultimate AV Experience.

NDI® Wallplates are the answer to elegant and permanent NDI® installations. With two models to choose from, Dual Input or Dual Output, they have been designed to make boardroom setups a breeze. Install the Dual Output in the wall to drive content to the TV screens and install the Dual Input into the meeting table to take inputs from laptops and other devices.

Wallplates are all built upon BirdDog’s custom NDI® chip and can be completely automated via the programmable RESTful API, and also feature PoE for single Ethernet cable functionality, interchangeable faceplates, soft glow status indicators, and an easy to use web management console to change settings.

Wallplate Input.

Wallplate Input features two independent inputs and is designed for connecting cameras, laptops, and other devices to convert them into the world of NDI. Perfect for installation into boardroom tables, meeting spaces, lecterns, stages, and anywhere you have sources that need to convert to NDI. Wallplate IN supports EDID connectivity to enable the source device to output 1080p video resolution.

Wallplate Output.

Wallplate Output features two independent outputs and is designed for driving content to screens. Output the video conferencing group to one screen and output the presentation or laptop screen share to another screen to make for super engaging meetings. Use the RESTful API to automate the workflow.

RESTful API. DIY automation.

BirdDog Wallplates are programmable via the free RESTful API. It’s never been easier to integrate NDI into automated and integrated AV solution no matter what the overarching system is.

Download the free and program your own automation for all BirdDog hardware endpoints, including cameras.

Flush Mounted.

Wallplate can be flush mounted in almost every wall or surface such as boardroom walls, boardroom tables, and lecterns.

One Cable for PoE, Video, Audio.

NDI Wallplates are powered by PoE, so you only need to run a single Ethernet cable to power the units, along with carrying video and audio. One cable to rule them all.

Extreme Speed. It’s all about the silicon.

BirdDog’s revolutionary custom silicon chip is what drives the best NDI® products on the planet. Only BirdDog’s hardware can do line-based processing to give the fastest possible NDI® Encoding or Decoding technically possible.

Interchangeable Faceplates. Soft Glow Indicators.

Beautiful rooms should look beautiful. Wallplate has a variety of Faceplate options in various colours and textures. Faceplates can be clicked on and off quickly and easily for maximum convenience. The elegant soft glow indicators that can be configured in any colour schematic.

Web Management Console.

NDI Wallplates are a true IP device and come with a complete Web Management Console for easy configuration. Simply open a web browser on the network, type in the IP address of the unit, login using our secure password and you have access to all parameters of the units.

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 or Mini to decode NDI® back to SDI or HDMI. For more information on Central 2.0 click .

The ultimate NDI® experience integrated.

Built upon Intel® SDM platform the BirdDog SDM Family will revolutionise the way content is distributed to even the largest installations. Simply install the SDM module inside an SDM compatible flat panel display for the most integrated and scalable NDI® to screen solution available. No more wall boxes or patch panels, now the AV distribution is built directly into the display.

Controlled by the all in one BirdDog OS and with two BirdDog SDM modules to choose from, M1 an M2, there is a solution for every project. M1 is a full NDI Sender and Receiver based on the Intel SDM-L form factor and M2 is an NDI Receiver built on the Intel® SDM-S module. With support for resolutions all the way up to 4Kp60, there is also a RESTful API for programming completely automated spaces.

BirdDog OS.

BirdDog have created a complete Operating System for Intel® SDM platform, simply called BirdDog OS, to give a truly integrated NDI® distribution system. Underpinned with BirdDog’s technology, BirdDog OS has built in Crestron control and a RESTful API for complete automation.

M1.

M1 is an NDI® Sender and Receiver module based upon the Intel® SDM-L module. Receive NDI® from anywhere on the network to display on screen. With the Send function, you can plug a source such as a laptop in and then duplicate that across any number of additional BirdDog Display activated screens.

M2.

M2 is an NDI® Receiver module based upon the Intel® SDM-S module. Receive NDI® from anywhere on the network to display on screen.

Powered by Intel.

BirdDog M1 and M2 are built upon Intel® SDM core architecture for maximum performance and reliability. Just as you’d expect when you use the best.

G’day Dante.

With the optional $99 USD Dante activation licence the M1 and M2 can have full Dante support. The M1 can embed Dante into the NDI stream and also de-embed Dante audio out of the NDI stream, and the M1 will allow for Dante embedding. Perfect for receiving NDI and splitting Dante out to the audio system in conference rooms, educational facilities, corporate AV spaces, and more.
With the optional $99 USD Dante activation licence the M1 and M2 can have full Dante support. The M1 can embed Dante into the NDI stream and also de-embed Dante audio out of the NDI stream, and the M1 will allow for Dante embedding. Perfect for receiving NDI and splitting Dante out to the audio system in conference rooms, educational facilities, corporate AV spaces, and more.

Multiple Sources.

Harnessing the power of NDI®, BirdDog Display can receive see virtually unlimited number of NDI® sources on the network. Simply use a remote control or any pointing device to bring that source to full screen.

Beautiful Interface.

The best user experiences are built upon easy to use interfaces. BirdDog OS features a clean and elegant design to make it super intuitive and easy to switch sources.

RESTful API. Crestron Control Library.

BirdDog Display has a complete RESTful API for programming your own automation as well as a Crestron Control Library.

RESTful API. DIY automation.

Download the free 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 or Mini to decode NDI® back to SDI or HDMI. For more information on Central 2.0 click .

A true blue partnership.

Created by Australian company Audinate, Dante® is the leading AV-over-IP solution in the world, found in over 2000 products from more than 400 manufacturers. BirdDog’s partnership with Audinate will bring Dante® support to all hardware product lines, Dante® integration into Comms Pro, and see a new Dante NDI Bridge application released for splitting Dante® audio out of NDI® and for re-inserting Dante® back into the NDI® stream. Now that’s fair dinkum.

Dante NDI Bridge.The Grass is greener on both sides.

Dante NDI Bridge is a Windows 10 application for flipping audio tracks between NDI® and Dante®. With support for up to 4 stereo pairs, Dante NDI Bridge can receive 4 NDI® streams and create 4 stereo pairs of Dante® audio, or receive a single NDI® stream and create 4 Dante® stereo audio pairs. All this in sub-frame latency and of course, the same applies in reverse.

Dante NDI Bridge is now available for $129.

Dante for Comms Pro.

Dante® integration opens up a whole new world to Comms Pro, BirdDog’s revolutionary audio intercom system. Now you can use hardware from other manufacturers such as Dante® enabled belt packs, Dante® enabled Comms boxes and so much more.

Dante for Comms Pro will be shipping soon for $129.

Dante. Coming soon to a BirdDog near you.

BirdDog will support Dante® audio on all hardware products including Studio NDI, Mini, 4K Converters, Wallplates, SDM Modules, and the PTZ range of cameras. If there is an audio input on the BirdDog then you can input Dante® audio and stream out as NDI®. If there is an audio output on the BirdDog then you can convert the audio tracks from the NDI® stream to Dante® audio.

Dante for BirdDog hardware is shipping soon for $69.

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