Productions are demanding; the X5 Ultra makes demanding a walk in the park. Featuring unparalleled capability, quality, and performance - take your PTZ game up a notch with the BirdDog X5 Ultra.
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.
†NDI® | HX2 and NDI® | HX3 supported.
Halo Tally: A Higher Order of Visual Queue
Professional results need professional tools. The X5 Ultra sports the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front, with a large, daylight-visible border keeping talent looking directly at the camera. Your cast and crew will always know where to look, keeping your audience engaged.
NDI®|HX3: Performance Meets Convenience
The X5 Ultra delivers superior network performance via our implementation of NDI®|HX3. Significantly reducing network impact while maintaining excellent image quality, meaning it is more friendly in more network environments. BirdDog's NDI®|HX3 surpasses certification parameters, delivering quality and performance you can count on.
Connectivity For Days
Video productions all look different. We love NDI® because it allows a single network cable to operate everything, but sometimes it makes sense to take a different path. X5 Ultra makes this a snap. In a world of compromise, the X5 Ultra stands proud. With 12G-SDI output, dual HDMI outputs, multiple network formats, including NDI®|HX3, SRT, RTMP and RTSP, Webcam connectivity over USB, however you work and whatever demand in quality you have, X5 Ultra has got your back for today's production. and tomorrow's!
Integrated NDI®|HX Decoder: It Can't Get Much More Convenient!
The X5 Ultra is part of the family of PTZ cameras featuring the first simultaneous NDI®|HX‡ Decoder designed specifically for confidence monitoring, return feeds, or teleprompter usage. We've pulled all this connectivity into a single cable, radically simplifying how you interface with your equipment. Less gear. Less hassle. Less complexity. Whether you're broadcasting live or delivering a CEO address, the integrated NDI®|HX decoder enables more engagement with less setup.
‡NDI®|HX2 and NDI®|HX3 supported.
Features:
- 4K Brilliance: X5 Ultra features next-level image quality with the latest Sony image sensor, ensuring stunning visuals for every production.
- Halo Tally: X5 Ultra sports the most visible and effective Tally system available. Up front, with a large, daylight-visible border keeping talent looking directly at the camera.
- AI Tracking: X5 Ultra steps up AI capabilities with advanced motor control and subject tracking for more natural and predictable movement.
- NDI®|HX3: X5 Ultra has the highest possible NDI®|HX3 performance, even in 4K60. Superior image quality and low latency are guaranteed.
- NDI®|HX Decoder: A simpler, integrated solution that makes it so much easier to incorporate a teleprompter, return feed, or confidence monitoring.
- Always-On Dual E-Ink Label: Easily load camera details, name, and IP address for faster set-up, in-production management, and crew communication.
- Dual Network Output: X5 Ultra combines NDI|HX and SRT/RTMP protocols for seamless, on-premises and remote/CDN connectivity, ensuring ultimate flexibility in both streaming set-ups and distribution.
- Serial Control: Take control effortlessly with older control protocols, seamlessly integrating with your existing infrastructure.
- USB Webcam: X5 Ultra features USB-C for connecting directly to Zoom, Teams, and most apps that support a USB UVC input.
- BirdDog Apps: X5 Ultra is compatible with BirdDog Central and BirdDog Cloud.
Specifications:
- 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° Wide (W) - 3° Telephoto (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
- 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
- Video Output Interfaces: 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4, USB-C UVC, 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®
- Analog Audio: 3.5mm Mic/Line IN (Stereo)
- Digital Audio: Embedded with Main and Secondary HDMI, 12G-SDI, Network Video, USB (UVC)
- Environmental Operation: Internal
- Input Voltage: DC 12V, POE IEEE 802.3at
- Input Current: 2.0A (Max)
- Power Consumption: 18W (Max)
- Working Temperature: 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
- Working Humidity: 20% - 80%
- Dimensions: 7.31" x 6.76" x 7.90" (185.7mm x 171.9mm x 200.90mm)
- Packaging Dimensions: 10.6" x 10.8" x 9.6" (271mm x 275mm x 245mm)
- Net/Gross Weight: 5.09/8.29lbs (2.31/3.76kg)
Item Includes:
- 1x X5 Ultra PTZ Camera - Black
- 1x USA Power Cable
- 1x IR Remote
