BirdDog KBD PTZ Controller

Overview
The BirdDog KBD Controller is the ultimate tool for PTZ camera control, offering all-day comfort with its rugged, ergonomic design and tactile controls. It features super-fine control mode for precise reframing, expanded screen control for monitoring up to four cameras, and integrated tally borders for effortless camera switching. The controller also allows for easy camera settings sync and streamlined access to essential functions, supporting NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422 connectivity.

Crafted with ocean-bound plastics and recyclable aircraft-grade aluminium, the KBD Controller reflects a commitment to sustainability while offering affordable innovation. It is designed for seamless control and comfort, with a large multi-camera display and direct access to key functions. The controller is perfect for PTZ camera operators who rely on precision and ease in their workflow, providing intuitive operation and eco-friendly design.

About the BirdDog KBD PTZ Controller
BirdDog KBD Controller offers PTZ camera operators a rugged, ergonomic design, a large multi-camera display, and direct access to essential functions. With a built-in tally display and physical feedback for camera switching, it’s intuitive and eco-friendly, made with Ocean-Bound Plastics and recyclable Aircraft-grade Aluminium. NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422 connectivity ensure versatility no matter what language you speak.

Built for Seamless Control and Comfort

KBD is crafted for those who rely on precision and ease in their workflow. With a rugged, ergonomic design, it’s built for comfort, featuring a hand-rest area and tactile controls for all-day use.

Super-fine Control Mode

When it’s time to fine-tune, you can easily shift the camera joystick into ‘fine-tune’ mode, increasing the sensitivity of the joystick by 10x, making reframing shots on air more artistic flair than nail-biting scare.

Expanded Screen. Instant Camera Control

The big screen allows you to monitor up to four cameras at once or focus on one full screen. Pairing and switching between cameras is just a single press away, with a tactile button that gives instant feedback under your finger, making transitions smooth and intuitive.

The KBD’s screen offers live previews for NDI-HX2/HX3 cameras and key text-based details for others, ensuring seamless compatibility and clarity across your workflow.

Built-in Tally Borders

Pairing and switching between cameras is just a single press away, with tactile buttons providing instant feedback under your finger for smooth, intuitive transitions. When integrated with mixers like TriCaster or vMix, KBD’s built-in tally border shows the live camera directly on the keyboard, so you can stay focused without looking at other screens.

Camera Setting Sync

An industry-first feature, you can tune one camera to look exactly how you like, and then simply copy those settings directly to another camera of the same model (BirdDog X series function). Making it easy to dial your cameras in and take your production quality to the next level.

Direct Access to Key Functions

No more endless menu diving! KBD brings you straight to the essentials. With its streamlined layout, operators can access camera pairing, switching, and configuration in seconds. It’s all there, clear and accessible, thanks to user feedback that’s shaped a truly friendly experience.

Ultimate Connectivity in an Eco-Friendly Design

BirdDog KBD connects seamlessly through NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422, making it versatile for any setup. And with a commitment to sustainability, it’s made using ocean-bound plastics, reducing environmental impact.

Affordable Innovation

With enhanced features and a lower price than its predecessor, KBD is refined through user insight, offering unmatched comfort, control, and eco-consciousness for the modern PTZ camera operator.

CAMERA CONTROL
PTZ Control: VISCA-IP, NDI, ONVIF, PELCO-P, PELCO-D
Fine PTZ Control: VISCA-IP, NDI
Focus Control: Auto Focus, Manual Focus buttons
Auto Exposure: Direct button
Manual Exposure: Toggle Dial Adjust. Brightness/Shutter/Gain/Iris
Auto White Balance: Direct button
Manual White Balance: Toggle Dial Adjust. R-Gain, B-Gain, Color Temp.
Auto Focus: Direct button
Manual Focus: Direct button (Near/Far)
BLC (Backlight Compensation): Direct button
Zoom ring on Joystick: Adjustable
Programmable Trigger on Joystick: One-Push Focus, AI Tracking, One-Push AWB
AI Camera mode control: Camera Dependent, supported
Copy/Paste Camera settings: Supported on selected BirdDog Cameras (VISCA-IP, NDI)
CAMERA ACCESS
Max. Cameras support: 255
Direct Camera access keys: 6
Direct Preset access keys: 10
Max Preset support: 255 per camera
OSD Camera Menu: Menu button / interaction with Joystick
DISPLAY
Display Resolution: 1280×720
Multiview IP Video: Supported, NDI HX (Proxy), RTSP (max. 30 fps)
Full Screen IP Video: Supported, NDI HX (Proxy), RTSP (max. 30 fps)
IP Video CODEC support: h.264, h.265
Tally Borders: Selectable, Multiview and Full Screen mode
On Screen Menu: Fully configurable
Light/Dark Mode: Yes
NDI SUPPORT
NDI Control: NDI HX2, NDI HX3, High Bandwidth NDI
NDI Multiviewer: NDI HX3, NDI HX3
NDI Router: Yes, follows current active camera
NDI Discovery: Supported
NDI Access Manager: Supported
NDI PTZ Sensitivity: Standard (NDI); Superfine (BirdDog Specific)
SETUP/CONFIGURATION
WebUI: BirdUI for setup and firmware updates
Light/Dark Mode: Yes
API-based Camera Selection: Yes
SERIAL CONNECTIONS
RS-232: D-Sub connector (9-pin)
RS-422: Phoenix connector
MECHANICAL
Joystick Type: 4D (Integrated Trigger button)
Keys: 37 Keys; Backlit, Individual Contact, Silicon Pad
Toggle Dials: 4 knobs; Press Button, Graduated, 360° adjust.
Zoom Rocker: Spring loaded, adjustable
Dimensions: 377×177×118mm; 14.84×6.96×4.64in (L×W×H including Joystick)
Construction Material: Aluminium; OBP Ocean-Bound Plastic
Integrated Carry Handle: Yes
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +55°C; 14°F to 130°F
Storage Temperature: -10°C to +55°C; 14°F to 130°F
Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% (Non-condensing)
Storage Humidity: 0% to 90% (Non-condensing)
Power Supply: PoE (802.3af), DC12V
Power Consumption: ≤5W
Packaging Dimensions: 390×215×165mm; 15.35×8.46×6.49in

The Ultimate Tool for PTZ Camera Control
All-Day Comfort Built with a rugged, ergonomic design, including a hand-rest area and tactile controls for seamless, extended use
Super-Fine Control Mode Switch to ‘fine-tune’ mode for l0x joystick sensitivity, perfect for precise, on-air reframing with ease
Expanded Screen Control Monitor up to four cameras simultaneously or focus on one in full-screen mode*. Pair and switch cameras with a single press
Integrated Tally Borders Effortlessly switch cameras with tactile feedback and built-in tally borders showing live feeds directly on the keyboard, integrated with TriCaster and vMix
Effortless Camera Settings Sync An industry first! Copy settings from one XSeries camera to another in seconds
Streamlined Access No more menu diving! Access essentials like pairing,switching, and setup instantly for a user-friendly experience
Ultimate Connectivity Supports NDI®, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422,ensuring versatility across workflows
Affordable Innovation Refined through user insight, KBD offers unmatched precision, comfort, and eco-conscious design-all at an accessible price
Crafted with ocean-bound plastics and recyclable aircraft-grade aluminium, it reflects a commitment to sustainability