[ASK Co., Ltd.] BirdDog releases new camera product and update information that will revolutionize content production
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Press release: May 10, 2024
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BirdDog releases new camera product and update information that will revolutionize content production
*Release of new features such as new remote camera products and cloud solutions* Ask Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) has released the latest information on BirdDog, for which it is an authorized distributor in Japan.
BirdDog exhibited at NAB Show 2024 held in Las Vegas, USA, and released the company’s new products and update information.
[New product] PTZ camera X1 / X1 Ultra
At NAB Show 2024, BirdDog X1 / X1 Ultra, a new PTZ camera that revolutionizes content creation, was announced. X1
/ The X1 Ultra is a product that allows you to experience smooth operation that sets industry standards and overwhelmingly high image quality. PTZ
X1 and X1 Ultra equipped with camera light indicator “Halo Tally” and AI tracking function
realizes more attractive live video production.
X1 / X1 Ultra supports NDI(R) | HX3 and Wi-Fi
It is a product that allows you to introduce cutting-edge technology such as seamless connection with. Additionally, the X1/X1 Ultra is the industry’s first with an E-Ink display.
With a PTZ camera, you can clearly see all the information you need, even when the camera is off.
In addition, X1 / X1 Ultra can handle multiple NDI(R) | HX streams (NDI | HX2 and NDI | HX3) simultaneously
/ decode. No more guesswork on monitors or relying on teleprompters directly from the camera. X1 / X1 Ultra
brings out creativity, incorporates innovative ideas, and flexibly realizes moving performances.
– X1 / X1 Ultra details: https://birddog.tv/x1-overview/
[New product] Box type camera MAKI Ultra
BirdDog is proud to introduce MAKI Ultra, the revolutionary NDI(R) | HX3 camera that combines compactness and high-performance
specifications.
was also announced. MAKI Ultra has ultra-fast autofocus function and 4K60p It is a powerful camera that can capture every moment with amazing precision.
Physical buttons are placed on the side of the camera for intuitive operation, allowing you to focus on your creativity without worrying about technical requirements. Furthermore, MAKI
Ultra is equipped with BirdDog’s HALO Tally system, so you can easily see which cameras are on the air at any time.
MAKI Ultra is available in two models: 12x zoom and 20x zoom. You can choose the product model according to your shooting requirements and preferences.
– MAKI Ultra details: https://birddog.tv/makiultra-overview/
[Update] BirdDog Cloud 10.1
BirdDog Cloud 10
is an advanced, globally connected next-generation media platform. Deliver content beyond your local network to anywhere in the world with extreme speed and ease.
BirdDog’s new Adobe and AVID plugins allow you to use Adobe Creative Cloud and AVID Media.
Composer users can easily connect iPhone, iPad, Apple, etc. without having to leave the Adobe/AVID interface.
Connect directly to BirdDog Cloud Connect on your TV, Android Mobile, and the Android TV app.
■ BirdDog endpoint routing
You can now route sources directly from the Cloud Console to BirdDog decoders at remote locations. Cloud
NDI located elsewhere in the Console endpoint configuration screen Simply select the source and it will be routed to the decoder at the selected remote location.
■ BirdDog router function
BirdDog Cloud 10.1 introduces new BirdDog NDI Router functionality. BirdDog NDI Router
The feature automatically scans for NDI sources and BirdDog decoders on your network. Then use the intuitive routing matrix to connect NDI You can route your source to the BirdDog decoder and play the NDI stream.
While working with this routing matrix, the BirdDog user interface (BirdUI) A direct link is also provided for quick access. User-created router outputs can be used by other NDI
Can also be used with compatible software or hardware decoders.
You can also save your router settings and recall them when you need to use them. BirdDog Cloud Console
You can manage multiple routers and share them across multiple locations. Quickly filter sources and destinations to control specific sources and destinations.
– BirdDog Cloud Details: https://birddog.cloud/
– Adobe Plugin details: https://birddog.cloud/adobe-plugin/
[Update] Cloud Connect
BirdDog Cloud Connect is scalable and transforms video workflows around the world. Apple
TV, Android TV, Apple iOS, Android, Windows, MacOS
You can seamlessly integrate with BirdDog Cloud Connect using apps for various platforms, including:
BirdDog Cloud Connect is a location-independent collaboration solution. Adobe Premiere and Avid
Seamless integration with Media Composer allows BirdDog Cloud Connect enables real-time editing sessions that can be accessed instantly from anywhere in the world.
Easily switch between full-screen and split-screen monitoring while editing, and communicate with other team members in real time using a video conferencing system built into the editor timeline.
– Cloud Connect details: https://birddog.tv/cloudconnect-overview/
[Update] Converter product
BirdDog’s NDI converter products support 4K and HD
A versatile encoder and decoder solution designed to bridge the gap between various video formats, including
BirdDog’s NDI is reliable and efficient for encoding and decoding ultra-high resolution content.
The converter smoothly transmits video signals across a variety of platforms and workflows. Facilitate communication and collaboration in digital media production.
Additionally, if you already own a BirdDog converter product that supports 4K HDMI or SDI, you can use NDI with just a software update. You can enable additional channels. This allows up to 2 channels of 4K60p encoding or decoding. Also, 4
You can choose from different operating modes to suit your requirements. – BirdDog Converter Product Details: https://birddog.tv/converters/
[Update] Central 2.0
Browser-based Central 2.0 is the ultimate NDI(R) management tool. SSO (Single Sign-On) and NDI(R)
Efficient grouping of receivers, NDI(R) in real time
In addition to routing, it also acts as a media playback engine and can accommodate thousands of sources.
– Central Details: https://birddog.tv/central-overview/
[Update] NDI PTZ Control
NDI(R) PTZ Control for iOS app
is equipped with controls that give you complete pan, tilt, and zoom control. Real-time operation using joystick and PTZ
It also has the ability to save and recall preset camera positions.
In addition, the NDI(R) PTZ Control app includes PTZ
It is equipped with a display monitor that allows you to check the camera image in full screen. Full NDI(R), NDI(R) HX2, NDI(R) HX3 on network
You can easily check/monitor sources such as
– NDI PTZ Control details: https://birddog.tv/ptzcontrol-overview/
[Update] API 2.0
■ Crestron Electronics
BirdDog’s API enables Crestron Electronics to provide the highest quality cameras, converters, and software products available. Crestron, the company’s innovation ecosystem. This unparalleled integration allows you to easily combine different equipment and software.
■ QSC
This update extends BirdDog’s camera and converter product line to QSC’s integrated audio/video/control system platform.
Now available for integration with Q-SYS.
Leverage the power of the industry-leading BirdDog API for smoother video workflows in Q-SYS. Q-SYS UCI
Viewer’s interface provides highly accurate updates and data due to its excellent performance.
– API details: https://birddog.tv/api/
[Update] Fleet Manager
BirdDog Fleet Manager simplifies the management, monitoring, and updating of BirdDog products. Within Fleet Manager, all
BirdDog devices will automatically be displayed, showing their status and IP Address, subnet, device name, stream name, serial number, firmware version, MCU of PTZ camera
All relevant device information, including version, is available at your fingertips.
With new firmware, Fleet Manager now displays alerts and allows you to view each BirdDog from within the Fleet Manager interface.
Device firmware can be updated.
– Fleet Manager Details: https://birddog.tv/fleetmanager-overview/
About BirdDog
BirdDog is developing converters and PTZ that are compatible with NDI, the IP transmission technology promoted by NewTek.
We mainly manufacture and sell cameras. We offer solutions that ease the transition from baseband video to IP workflows such as NDI.
BirdDog has been developing its own tiny, high-performance NDI chips since its inception. NDI is DCT
Although compression technology is used, due to the performance of the NDI chip developed by BirdDog, the processing time for both encoding and decoding is 16
It has extremely low latency of milliseconds. With the development of this NDI chip, BirdDog is the world’s first SDI/HDMI and
We will now develop and sell NDI converters that can perform mutual NDI conversion.
・Website: www.bird-dog.tv
・Website [Japanese]: www.ask-media.jp/birddog.html
This document is an abridged version of a press release announced by the manufacturer in April 2024 local time.
Manufacturer release original text: https://birddog.tv/nab24/
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