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BirdDog BDX5U X5 Ultra UHD 4K PTZ Camera with NDI|HX3 and 20x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: BirdDog
SKU: BRD-BDX5UB
Regular price $2,995.00 USD
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The BirdDog BDX5U X5 Ultra UHD PTZ Camera Exemplifies Exceptional Capability, Quality, and Performance

Recommend Pairing with this BirdDog BDPTZKEY NDI Control Panel

Productions can be challenging; however, the X5 Ultra simplifies these challenges significantly. With its exceptional capabilities, superior quality, and outstanding performance, elevate your PTZ experience with the X5 Ultra.

Experience next-level robotic controls with remarkably precise movements, made possible by its groundbreaking motor drive system. The camera's movements are fluid, with natural acceleration and deceleration. Featuring BirdDog’s distinctive Halo tally system for enhanced audience interaction, along with revolutionary built-in NDI® decoding and comprehensive video connectivity, including 12G-SDI, the dual e-ink displays facilitate effortless branding and maintenance. All of this is complemented by a remarkable Sony 4K60 image sensor, ensuring the highest performance with NDI® | HX3 capabilities. 

To achieve professional results, one requires professional tools. The X5 Ultra is equipped with the most prominent and effective Tally system available, featuring a large, daylight-visible border that directs talent's attention towards the camera. This ensures that both cast and crew are aware of where to focus, thereby enhancing audience engagement.

AI Tracking. Designed for both present and future applications. The X5 Ultra elevates AI auto-tracking and framing beyond mere buzzwords. With significantly enhanced neural processing capabilities, the X5 Ultra not only possesses remarkable AI functionalities out of the box but also has the capacity to evolve alongside advancements in AI technology.

NDI® | HX3. Where performance meets convenience. The X5 Ultra offers outstanding network performance through its implementation of NDI® | HX3, which significantly minimizes network impact while preserving excellent image quality, making it suitable for a variety of network environments.



Imagine next-level robotic controls with ultra-fine and precise movement thanks to its category-busting advanced motor drive system. Movements on air are a breeze, and acceleration/deceleration of moves look natural and slick. Sporting BirdDog’s signature Halo tally system for true audience engagement, revolutionary built-in NDI® decoding*, all the video connectors, including 12G-SDI, dual e-ink displays make branding and maintenance a snap, all wrapped up with a stunning Sony 4K60 image sensor delivering the highest performance NDI® | HX3 possible. X5 Ultra. In every way.



Feature   X5 Ultra  
IMAGING  
Image Sensor Sony 1/2.8” CMOS - ULTRA HD
Lens f=5.4-104mm
Optical Zoom 20x
Video Format 2160p @ 60, 59.94, 50, 30/29.97/25fps,
1080p @ 60, 59.94, 50, 30/29.97/25fps,
720p @ 60, 59.94, 50fps
Horizontal Angle of View 56.6°(W)-3°(T)
Vertical Angle of View 32.5°(W)-1.7°(T)
Diagonal Angle of View 64.7°(W)-3.5°(T)
Aperture F1.6(W)-F3.6(T)
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
SNR >50dB
Effective Pixels 8.46 MP
Filter Ring ∅49mm
AI Tracking Presenter
MECHANICAL  
Pan/Tilt Rotation ±170°, -30° ~ +90°
Pan Control Speed 0.1 -200°/sec
Tilt Control Speed 0.1 -200°/sec
Preset Number 128 presets, Speed Adjustable
Integrated Tally Light Halo style, RGB
Pan/Tilt Drive System Ultra-fine drive
Quietness Max 28dB at full speed pan
I/0 INTERFACE  
Video Output Interfaces 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4, USB-C UVC 1.1, 1Gb Network
Video Compression Formats H.264, H.265
Network Interfaces 1GbE adaptive Ethernet port; PoE+ IEEE 802.3at
Encoder Network Protocols NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3, SRT, RTSP, RTMP
HDMI Decoder Network Protocols NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3
Decoder Supported Resolutions 1080p @ 60 / 59.94 / 50 /30 / 29.97 / 25fps, 720p @ 60, 59.94, 50fps
Control Interfaces 1GbE Ethernet, RS232 (input & output), RS422, TYPE-C(UVC1.1)
Control Protocols VISCA Baud Rate: 38400/9600/4800/2400, VISCA-IP, NDI®
Analogue Audio 3.5mm (1/4") Mic In / Line In (Stereo)
Digital Audio Embedded with Main and Secondary HDMI, 12G-SDI, Network Video, USB (UVC)
GENERAL  
Environmental Operation Internal
Input Voltage DC 12V, PoE+ IEEE 802.3at
Input Current 2.0A (Max)
Power Consumption 18W (Max)
Working Temperature 0ºC ~ +40ºC
Working Humidity 20% ~ 80%
Dimension (W*H*D) mm 185.7*171.9*200.90mm/ 271*275*245mm (before / after packing)
Dimension (W*H*D) in 7.31*6.76*7.90in/ 10.6*10.8*9.6in (before / after packing)
Net and Gross Weight 2.31kg/3.76kg (Net/Gross weight)


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