USER GUIDE October 2022
Table of Contents Welcome to BirdDog!.................................................................................................. 3 Using This Manual......................................................................................................... 3 First Step.......................................................................................................................... 3 Key Features......................................................................................................
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FCC Caution. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Welcome to BirdDog! Thank you for purchasing PLAY. If you have any questions regarding the unit, please contact your authorized dealer. Using This Manual PLAY is a sophisticated device, so please read this manual before use and retain for future reference. Tip When viewing the diagrams in this manual, use the zoom controls in your browser or PDF reader to reveal more detail. First Step Firmware Upgrade Before you use your new converter, it’s a good idea to upgrade to the latest firmware.
Welcome to the Future What is NDI®? Your new PLAY has been designed to support the cutting edge NDI® video transmission standard. NDI® (Network Device Interface) is a high-quality, low-latency, frame-accurate standard that enables compatible devices to communicate, and deliver and receive high definition video over your existing Gigabit Ethernet network. Operating bi-directionally, NDI® devices can be auto-detected, powered and controlled over the same Ethernet cable used to send the video and audio.
Key Features NDI® 5 PLAY supports new NDI® 5 functions including high bandwidth NDI®, NDI® HX2, NDI® Remote, and NDI® Bridge. 4K UHD Receive NDI in resolutions up to 4Kp60. Tiny footprint. Play measures just 85mm x 85mm x 19mm, and weighs 97grams. Magnetic Base Attach PLAY behind your TV screen with the built-in magnet or sit in front of the TV with its non-slip rubberised grip ring. USB Power PLAY is powered by standard USB-C for maximum flexibility.
Getting to Know PLAY Physical Layout USB Power On/Off Remote Sensor HDMI Ethernet Powering Your Converter Located at the side of the PLAY is a USB-C connection port. This power input accepts 5V DC, 1.2A power.
Operating Your Converter Web Configuration Panel In this release, the web configuration panel (BirdUI) allows you to alter key settings of your converter, specifically A/V settings, and video frame rates, restarting the video processing engine, changing networking parameters and applying firmware updates. Access via a Web Browser (URL) To access the BirdUI please point your computer web browser to: http://birddog-xxxxx.local.
BirdUI Layout The BirdUI is organized into the following panels: 1. Dashboard Overall view of important information such as the network connection type and video stream format and resolution. 2. Network General network settings such as DHCP IP Address details, timeout fallback address and camera network name, as well as NDI® specific network settings 3. System System admin functions such as updates, password change, designation of group access and camera reboot. 4.
1. CPU Usage 6. System Details. Current computer system CPU utilization. a. b. IP Address. 2. Device mode c. PLAY is always in Decode mode. Source Status indicates whether the selected source is available Total network bandwidth consumption of the current device NDI® output. NDI Video Stream Name. NDI audio status as configured. 5. Stream Info Video resolution. b. Number of audio channels of the camera. c. Video frame rate. d. Number of Audio Channels. e.
Network Most computer networks provide for both automatic and manual configuration of network devices and PLAY can accommodate both. Configuration Method Here you can set the network configuration to either DHCP (default) or Static. DHCP simplifies the management of IP addresses on networks. No two hosts can have the same IP address, so assigning them manually can potentially lead to errors. If your network is set up for DHCP, this is generally the best configuration to choose.
NDI Network Settings PLAY operates with the latest NDI® Libraries. There are several options to configure it's behavior in an NDI® network. Each configuration has its benefits, however it is recommended to utilize the default TCP transmit method unless you have reason to change. Receive Preferred Method TCP TCP is the default method of transmission for NDI®. It operates well within local networks with predictable latency and limited jitter.
System Password Settings The BirdUI is secured by a user-selectable password. To make changes to any settings, you'll need to log in. The default password is birddog (one word, lower case). It is recommended that the default password be changed, since the BirdUI grants full access to the camera configuration settings. You can change the password in the Password Settings tab. 1. Enter the current password. 2. Enter the new password.
Configuration Update Remote IP List By default, NDI® devices are visible to each other only when they’re on the same subnet. If you want visibility or control of a device on a different subnet, you can add it’s address manually as a Remote IP. You can upload and download Remote IP Lists for sharing with other cameras. To upload a list: 1. Click the CHOOSE FILE button to load your Remote IP List in UTF-8 encoded string format. 2. Click the UPDATE button. Do not upload a blank list.
Decode Settings NDI Audio Click the Mute button to disable the incoming NDI stream audio. NDI Decode Source Select an available NDI source from the Available NDI Sources dropdown list and Click the Apply button to apply the change. You can update this list by clicking the Refresh button. Failover Source If the generated NDI stream is interrupted for any reason the receiver can automatically switch to a nominated alternative NDI stream.
Key Specifications 1. SUPPORTED VIDEO FORMATS • UHD 2160p – 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 • HD 1080p – 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 • HD 720p – 50, 59.94, 60 2. VIDEO I/O CONNECTIVITY • 1x HDMI 2.0 – Full size connector 3. AUDIO I/O CONNECTIVITY • HDMI 2.0 – Audio output (Stereo) • 3.5mm Analog – Audio output (Stereo) 4. VIDEO CODEC SUPPORT • NDI® – High Bandwidth i-frame, low latency • NDI® HX2 – h.264/HEVC long-GOP 5. NETWORK CONNECTIVITY • Ethernet RJ45 1000baseT 6.
Glossary Domain A domain contains a group of computers that can be accessed and administered with a common set of rules. Domain can also refer to the IP address of a website on the Internet. DNS DNS (Domain Name System) is a system used by the Internet and private networks to translate domain names into IP addresses.
PELCO PELCO is a camera control protocol used with PTZ cameras. See also VISCA. PoE Power over Ethernet Port A port is a communications channel for data transmission to and from a computer on a network. Each port is identified by a 16-bit number between 0 and 65535, with each process, application, or service using a specific port (or multiple ports) for data transmission. Port can also refer to a hardware socket used to physically connect a device or device cable to your computer or network.
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