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BirdDog Flex 4K HDMI In to Full NDI Encoder

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The BirdDog Flex 4K HDMI In to Full NDI Encoder is an ultracompact NDI interface for HDMI video sources.
Original price $399.00 - Original price $399.00
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OVERVIEW

  • Ultracompact Form with HDMI 2.0 Input
  • Supports up to UHD 4K30, 1080P60
  • PoE & DC Power Options
  • 15W DC Output to Power Monitor or Camera

The BirdDog Flex 4K HDMI In to Full NDI Encoder is an ultracompact NDI interface for HDMI video sources. Connect your onboard monitor, camera, or other video source, and have it instantly be available on your NDI-enabled network. The BirdDog Flex In supports up to UHD 4K30 and 1080p60 resolution video.

Versatile power options include PoE or a separately available 12V power supply. A 15W DC output port enables you to power select monitors and cameras from your Flex 4K In power source. Tally information is displayed for both the talent and the operator and passed through to compatible equipment. Connect a separately available cable to the 2.5mm RS232 port for pass-through control of non-NDI PTZ cameras. Additional features include an adaptive bit rate, a cooling thermal design, and a headphone output for embedded HDMI audio.

Ultracompact Form

The Flex 4K In is slightly larger than a credit card and weighs just under five ounces

Single Cable Plus DC Power Out

A single Ethernet port funnels NDI, PoE, video, audio, tally, and audio intercom while a DC barrel output powers select monitors and cameras

Flexible Power Input Options

Power the Flex 4K In using PoE or via the DC input

PTZ Sidekick

Connect a PTZ control cable to encode NDI and add PTZ pass-through control for your non-NDI PTZ camera

Stay-Cool Design

A thermal design and quiet fans keep this unit cool even on the hottest days

Tally Support

A built-in tally display is available for viewing by both your talent and camera operator

Adaptive Bit Rate

Select the bit rate that best fits your 4K or HD production

Software Tools

Includes free BirdDog Central Lite, Dashboard, and Comms Lite software

SPECS

Input
Video Input Connectors 1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0)
Input Video Format HDMI
UHD 4K: 25/29.97/30 fps
Audio Input Connectors 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Embedded Audio Input HDMI: 2-Channel
Output
Audio Output Connectors 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Embedded Audio Output HDMI: 2-Channel
Connectivity
Other I/O 1 x RJ45 NDI, PoE
1 x 2.5 mm RS-232 Input/Output
Expansion Slots None
IP Streaming
Video IP Encoding NDI: x
Hardware
Tally Light Yes
Wi-Fi Support Yes
Power
Power Connector 1 x Barrel (12 VDC) Input
1 x Barrel (12 VDC) Output
PoE Support PoE+ 802.3at
General
Dimensions 4.21 x 2.48 x 1.22" / 107 x 63 x 31 mm
Weight 4.94 oz / 140 g
Warranty Length Limited 1-Year Warranty
Packaging Info
Package Weight 1.425 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 7 x 6.3 x 4.3"

For all information on stock status, please read the following:

For IN STOCK items, quantity listed is for actual real-time stock.

If an item states "Contact Us For Availability", the item is not in stock at our West coast warehouse, but is likely IN STOCK at a manufacturers warehouse. These items can often ship within 1-4 business days, but not always. We supply the best delivery ETA upon contact, or automatically within 2-business days after placing an order.

PRE-ORDER means the product has not started shipping in normal quantities. The estimated delivery timeframe will be included on the product page if supplied by the manufacturer.

Items stating "New Item - Coming Soon" will have the release date if known, if not, you can contact the store to be added to an interest list for the product. This is the fastest way to secure your place in line on popular new products. Click here to go to our contact page.

If an item has a shipping timeframe listed, this is the typical time an item will ship to you after placing an order. Some items may have a longer time than posted due to factors such as manufacturer backorders. If you place an order with a shipping timeframe, we will contact you within 2-business days if the delivery timeline is likely to be significantly different from the timeframe estimate.

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