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BirdDog PTZ Keyboard Controller

BirdDog PTZ Keyboard Controller

  • Supports NDI, NDI|HX, Visca, RS-422/232
  • PoE, Power over Visca, and Serial Power
  • Control up to 255 Networked PTZ Cameras
  • Multi-Colored Buttons, Knobs, Joystick
  • Audio Intercom System Compatible
  • Programmable User Buttons
$1,699.00
Availability: In stock
UPC: 9369999080983

The BirdDog PTZ Keyboard Controller allows you to control up to 255 PTZ cameras on a single network. The PTZ Keyboard supports NDI|HX, Visca over IP, NDI®, IP RS422, RS232, and power over the ethernet. The PTZ controller features superior ergonomics premium buttons and joystick. The keyboard features multi-colored and programmable buttons and knobs, and it has a joystick and rocker for zoom control. 

The PTZ Keyboard can scale the most complex installations. You can set up your quick access buttons to access such as Exposure, Zoom, Focus, PT Speed, Shutter Speed, White Balance, Iris and Compensation. The multi-colored buttons are an amazing feature and the keys gives you an easy visual cue. Set up to 256 presets with the memory of image parameters including camera moves (requires camera support).

The 3.5mm audio connector allows the PTZ Keyboard to work with the BirdDog Comms (optional). The Comms runs on a networked Windows computer or tablet, effectively turning it into a production communication hub.

Superior Ergonomics
Using 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.

Pan, Tilt, Zoom
Effortless, 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 buttons
Your 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 buttons 
Set 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.

Power By PoE
Super 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 up to 255 cameras
Designed to control up to 255 PTZ cameras on a single network, PTZ Keyboard can scale to even the most complex installations.

Comms
The PTZ Keyboard includes free Audio Intercom software, Comms Lite. Comms Lite supports four BirdDog devices and one Director. For more information on Comms Lite and how to get your free copy click here.

Need a more powerful Audio Intercom solution? Comms Pro gives you all the amazing features of Comms Lite plus allows you to create up to five groups, adds additional push-to-talk buttons for the director, the ability to change groups on the fly, plus more. Comms Pro is just $495 and you can read more about it.

Specs
 
In the box BirdDog PTZ Keyboard Controller
Limited 1-year warranty
Inputs/Outputs Connectors LAN: RJ45 x1 (With PoE) 100 BASE-TX
RS232: RJ45 x1
RS422: RJ45 x2
Control signal format NDI® Control
VISCA over IP
RS 232/RS422 :Baud Rate 2400/4800/9600/19200/38400
   
User Interface  
Display LED
Zoom rocker Yes
Speed controls Yes, 2 knobs (pan/tilt, zoom)
Zoom rocker Yes
Zoom ring ibn joystick Yes
Programmable function buttins 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
One push auto focus Yes, Button
Manual focus Yes, Knob
   
Power  
Power input DC 12V, PoE (Power over Ethernet), Power via RS232/RS422 port
Current 3W
Environment Operating Temp: 0-40 (ºC)
Dimensions (w x d x h) 11"x 5.2"x 4.0" (278x132x99.5mm)
Weight 6.00lb
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