
BirdDog - 'PTZ Keyboard'

World’s First NDI® PTZ ControllerBirdDog PTZ Keyboard is a full featured PTZ Keyboard that supports NDI®, NDI|HX, Visca over IP, RS422, and RS232. By harnessing BirdDog’s next generation NDI® and IP technology, it’s never been easier to discover, connect, and control your PTZ cameras. Featuring superior ergonomics, premium buttons and joystick, all in a beautiful forma factor this is the PTZ controller you have been waiting for.
Full NDI® and NDI|HX Support

Universal Control, Mix and Match ProtocolsNever before has a PTZ controller been so flexible. PTZ Keyboard is the world’s first PTZ controller with NDI® and NDI|HX support. Along with NDI® there is support for Visca over IP, RS422, and RS232. You can mix and match cameras from any of the supported protocols and control them all from a single PTZ Keyboard.
Superior Ergonomics & Functionality

Built for HumansUsing the PTZ Keyboard is a breeze with well thought out button layout. Quickly access all the cameras on the network, and set up quick access buttons for all your favourite settings such as Exposure, Focus, Zoom, and movement speeds.
3-Way JoystickEffortless, one handed control of Pan, Tilt, and Zoom is possible with the 3-Way Joystick. For those who prefer a zoom rocker there is also one of those exactly where your left hand wants it.

Soft Touch ButtonsYour fingers will thank you for using the PTZ Keyboard. Soft-touch silicon buttons and easy turn dials give a premium sensation while achieving the responsiveness you expect and deserve.
6 program buttonsSet up your quick access buttons to work the way you want. Exposure, Focus, PT Speed, Zoom, Shutter Speed, Iris, White Balance, Compensation, and more, can all be programmed into the assignable buttons.
Control up to 255 PTZ Cameras

Multiple Power OptionsSuper flexible powering options allow you to power the PTZ Keyboard from Power over Ethernet (PoE), DC in, or even over the serial port. Never get stuck in a situation where you can’t power up.
Control 255 camerasDesigned to control up to 255 PTZ cameras on a single network, PTZ Keyboard can scale to even the most complex installations.
Non-Profit Customer Offer

BirdDog TogetherBirdDog are pleased to offer free Central Pro and Comms Pro with $1490 to all our Educational, House of Worship, and Not for Profit customers.
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Free Comms Lite Software

Free Comms Lite, Upgrade to Comms ProPTZ Keyboard includes free Audio Intercom software, Comms Lite. Comms Lite supports four BirdDog devices and one Director.
Need a more powerful Audio Intercom solution? Comms Pro gives you all the amazing features of Comms Lite plus allows you create you up to five groups, adds additional push to talk buttons for the director, ability to change groups on the fly, plus more.
The Tech Spec
Features | Specification | Input/Output Connectors | LAN: RJ45 x1 (With PoE) 100 BASE-TX RS232: RJ45 x1 RS422: RJ45 x2 |
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Control Signal Format | NDI® CONTROL VISCA over IP RS 232/ RS422: Baud Rate 2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19200 / 38400 |
User Interface | Display: LED Speed Control:Yes, 2 knobs (pan/tilt, zoom) Zoom Rocker: Yes Zoom Ring ibn Joystick: Yes Programmable Function Buttons: 6 |
Camera Control | Maximum Camera Control: Max. 255 with multiple protocols including NDI/IP Maximum Serial Connections: RS232: 7 - RS422: 7 Key/Button Illumination: Multi-colour LED |
Buttons | Exposure Selection: Yes, Button One Push White Balance: Yes, Button Backlight Control: Yes, Button Display Status of WB, Iris, Gain, Shutter, Focus: Yes White Balance Model Selection: Yes, Button R,B,Gain: Yes, Knob Iris Adjustment: Yes, Knob Shutter Speed: Yes, Knob Focus Model Selection: Yes Button Manual Focus: Yes, Knob |
Power Input | DC 12V, PoE (Power over Ethernet), Power via RS232/RS422 port |
Current | 3W |
Operating Temp | 0 - 40ºC |
Dimensions | 278x132x99.5mm |
Notes | Not all features are abailable on all control protocols |