Introducing the P240: Revolutionizing the NDI® PTZ Camera Game

Building on the legacy of the P200, the new P240 redefines the NDI® PTZ category with an upgraded Sony Exmor R broadcast sensor, enhancing light sensitivity and delivering unparalleled image quality and performance.

Unmatched Video and Audio Flexibility

The P240 offers versatile output options, including NDI®, SDI, and HDMI, ensuring ultimate flexibility for video production. Additionally, Balanced XLR audio connections with Phantom Power provide professional-grade sound quality.

Advanced IP and Cloud Capabilities

With support for multiple NDI® formats (Full NDI®, NDI®|HX2, and HX3), SRT, and h.264, the P240 is designed for modern IP-based workflows. Integration with BirdDog Cloud 3.0 enables globally connected remote productions, making it easier than ever to manage live events from anywhere.

Comprehensive Feature Set for Live Productions

• Free Auto-Tracking and FreeD Output: Ideal for AR/VR workflows, providing seamless integration with Unreal Engine, Brainstorm, and Vizrt’s Viz Virtual Studio.
• OLED Display:  Conveniently displays IP address, device name, stream name, resolution, and frame rate, with an option to turn off via BirdUI.
• 360° Mohawk Tally: Ensures full visibility of active cameras.
• Additional Features: Filter thread, safety anchor point, and carry handle enhance usability and safety.

Superior Image Performance with Sony Exmor R Sensor

The P240 excels in low-light conditions thanks to its best-in-class Sony Exmor R back-illuminated image sensor, delivering stunning images even in challenging lighting scenarios like concerts.

*Exmor R is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.*

NDI® 5.5: Maximum Ecosystem Compatibility

The P240 supports Full NDI® 5.5 natively, ensuring seamless integration across all NDI® ecosystems for smooth, reliable performance.

BirdUI: The Most Comprehensive PTZ Camera Interface

BirdUI provides a detailed heads-up display of system statistics, including active connections, bandwidth usage, and network traffic, offering critical information at a glance.

RUDP: Reliable and Efficient Network Protocol

RUDP (Reliable User Datagram Protocol) reduces network load with built-in error correction, ensuring smooth and reliable data transmission.

NDI® Genlock: Enhanced Multi-Camera Synchronization

Select an NDI® source as the timing master to achieve more predictable timing in multi-camera environments.

FreeD Protocol Support

The P240 supports FreeD for PTZ positioning data transmission to AR/VR systems, fully integrated into the BirdUI.

Built-in NDI® Video Scopes

Monitor scopes directly from the camera using NDI, NDI Proxy, or both. Choose from Histogram, Waveform, Vectorscope, or RGB Parade, and position them as needed on the NDI stream.

Unique Numbering System and OLED Display

Removable silicon numbers and an OLED display offer additional tally vision and essential information display, enhancing operator efficiency.

Global Connectivity with BirdDog Cloud

Access and control your PTZ cameras from anywhere in the world with a BirdDog Cloud subscription, eliminating the need for on-site computers.

Comprehensive Format Support

The P240 supports a wide range of formats, including Full NDI®, NDI®|HX2, NDI®|HX3, SRT, and h.264, catering to various bandwidth requirements. Future updates will add SRT and Cloud Connect support.

Free Software Tools

• Central Lite: Distribute NDI® streams to any BirdDog hardware.
• Cam Control: Easily manage settings and color match across multiple BirdDog cameras.
• Comms Lite: A free audio intercom solution supporting up to four BirdDog devices and a director, perfect for live productions.

The P240 sets a new standard in live production technology with its advanced features, exceptional image quality, and comprehensive connectivity options. Get ready to revolutionize your live productions with the P240.

CAMERA

OPTICAL ZOOM

• Up to 40x *

IMAGE SENSOR

• 1 / 2.5 inch CMOS 8.5MP

LENS

• 4.4-88.4mm

SRZ (Super Resolution Zoom)

• 40x in Full HD

HORIZONTAL ANGLE OF VIEW

• 70.2° (W) – 4.1° (T)

APERTURE

• F2.0 (W) – F3.8 (T)

MIN. ILLUMINATION

• Color: 0.4lux (1/30s, 50%, High Sensitivity mode On), 1.6lux (1/30s, 50%, High Sensitivity mode Off), 0.06lux(1/4s(1/3s),50%, High Sensitivity mode On)

SHUTTER SPEED

• 1/1 – 1/10000s

FEATURES

• Visibility enhancer, Black & White, E-Flip, Mirror, Colour enhancement, Black level, gamma, Colour/Hue Adjust, HLC, Colour Bar

ND Filter

• YES

IMAGE STABILIZER

• YES

COLOR GAIN

• Yes (15 steps)

COLOR HUE

• Yes (15 steps)

GAMMA

• Standard, Straight, 512 pattern

GAMMA LEVEL

• Yes (15 steps)

BLACK LEVEL

• Yes (97 step) – Flicker Cancel: Yes

NOISE REDUCTION

• On/Off (level 5 to 1/Off, 6 steps), 2D/3D

S/N RATIO

• ≥50db

FOCUS

• Auto Focus (Trigger/Interval), Manual Focus (Variable Speed), One Push Trigger, Near Limit

WHITE BALANCE

• AUTO, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push WB, Manual WB, Outdoor Auto, Sodium Vapor Lamp (Fix/Auto/Outdoor Auto）

EXPOSURE

• Full Auto, Gain, Gain Limit, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual, Bright, Slow Shutter, Max/Min Shutter Limit, Slow AE

BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION

• YES

*(When running in native scan mode)

MECHANICAL

PAN MOVEMENT

• Horizontal: ±175º (Zoom Adaptive Speed Range: 0.05°〜100°/s)

TILT MOVEMENT

• Vertical: +90º to -30º (Zoom Adaptive Speed Range: 0.05°〜50°/s)

PRESET POSITIONS

• 128 (Speed adjustable: Up to 150°/s)

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Indoor

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

• -10 – +40 (°C)

OPERATING HUMIDITY

• ≤80%

TALLY DISPLAY

• Bi Colour Full overhead and rear (w/included 0-9 number silicon plugs)

ONBOARD OLED DISPLAY

• 5-line, RGB Color, Graphical

VIDEO INTERFACE

VIDEO OUTPUT

• NDI/HDMI/3G-SDI

HD VIDEO FORMATS

• 1080p 60, 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 23.97 1080i 59.94, 50 • 720p 59.94, 50

ANALOGUE AUDIO I/O

• IN: balanced XLR (via breakout cable) with 48V Phantom power, unbalanced 3.5mm TRS (stereo)
• OUT: balanced XLR (via breakout cable), unbalanced 3.5mm TRS (stereo)

AUDIO OUTPUT

• Embedded with main HDMI, 24bit
• Embedded with SDI, 24bit
• Embedded with NDI

CONTROL INTERFACE

IP PTZ CONTROL

• NDI Control (auto configuring), VISCA IP

SERIAL PTZ CONTROL

• 2x RJ45: RS232 / RS422 Connectors

SERIAL CONTROL PROTOCOL

• VISCA / PELCO D

POWER & DIMENSIONS

POWER INPUT

• 12v DC, PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)

POWER CONSUMPTION

• 22.5W (PTZ move simultaneously)

DIMENSIONS

• 163x199x231mm

WEIGHT

• 2.395kg

NETWORK

VIDEO COMPRESSION

• Full NDI – i-frame high quality low latency NDI for production
• h.264 long-GOP (Limited resolution support)

NETWORK PROTOCOL

• NDI – Discovery, configuration, and control
• NDI | HX2
• SRT
• Cloud Connect
• RTSP
• RTMP

WEB CONTROL INTERFACE

• Full control via Web/Mobile UI including Scene presets

OPTIONAL MOUNTS

• Ceiling mount, Wall mount

• BirdDog P240 40X Full NDI PTZ Camera with HDMI/3G-SDI (Black)
• IR Remote
• Power Adapter
• Bag of Mounting Screws & Number Inserts
• RJ45 to RS0232 Adapter Cable
• RJ45 to RS-422 Adapter Cable