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BirdDog A200 Gen2 1080p SDI/Full NDI PTZ Camera (White)

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BirdDog A200 Gen2 1080p SDI/Full NDI PTZ Camera (White)
Key Features
  • Simultaneous SDI & Full NDI Output
  • New Color Matrix, Gamma Control
  • New Cam Control Color Matching App
  • IP67 Weatherproof with a Rain Wiper
The white A200 Gen2 1080p SDI/Full NDI PTZ Camera from BirdDog is an IP67 weatherproof full NDI 1080p60 PTZ camera suitable for indoor and outdoor installations. The Gen 2 model adds a new color matrix that allows you to control 64 levels of saturation and hue, and can also control 72 levels of gamma. There is also a new free Cam Control app that runs on Windows 10 to control all the settings of multiple cameras across your network.
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BirdDog EYES A200 Gen2 Overview

The white A200 Gen2 1080p SDI/Full NDI PTZ Camera from BirdDog is an IP67 weatherproof full NDI 1080p60 PTZ camera suitable for indoor and outdoor installations. The Gen 2 model adds a new color matrix that allows you to control 64 levels of saturation and hue, and can also control 72 levels of gamma. There is also a new free Cam Control app that runs on Windows 10 to control all the settings of multiple cameras across your network.

Featuring fast autofocus and fast 30x optical zoom, the A200 is highly useful for capturing sports action and for most other applications. The camera incorporates BirdDog's custom NDI silicon chip, a Sony CMOS backlit sensor, and a Sony image module, which allows for the fast performance as well as optimal image quality. The weatherproof housing is also corrosion-resistant and has a rain wiper to keep water off the lens.

The A200 features the visually lossless full NDI variable bit-rate iFrame codec that reaches up to 140 Mb/s at 1080p60 resolution, and it encodes and decodes Full YUV 4:2:2 NDI. The A200 has simultaneous NDI and SDI outputs and also offers RS-422 and RS-485 serial control using Pelco and VISCA protocols. With this flexibility you can have a strictly NDI workflow or choose to use baseband video for now and move to NDI whenever you're ready.

The camera offers 360° continuous pan rotation, 255 preset positions, zero deviation positioning technology, and a fast preset movement speed of 150°/s. It can be powered via an optional 24 VAC BirdDog BD-A-P24-5 power adapter or over PoE power using an optional BirdDog PoE Injector. It's designed to be mounted upside down and it supports the following mounts, sold separately: the BD-A200-WM Wall Mount, BD-A200-CM Ceiling Mount, BD-A-PMA Pole Mount, and BD-A-CMA Corner Mount.

The A200 also comes with the BirdDog Comms Lite audio intercom software, which supports up to four BirdDog devices. Comms Lite is Windows-compatible and offers features such as director push to talk, mute camera operator, auto-detect NDI sources, monitor camera audio, and shortcut to Web console. For a more complete version of the application, an optional upgrade is available to Comms Pro. The camera is also compatible with the optional BirdDog Central software, which helps you decode NDI back to HDMI or SDI as well as with the optional BirdDog PTZ Keyboard.

Quick Features
  • Up to 1080p60, 1080i59.94 resolution
  • Up to 1080p60/30 NDI resolution
  • 30x optical zoom
  • ONVIF compliant
  • H.264/MJPEG compression
  • RS-485/RS-422 communication, auto compatible with Pelco-D and VISCA protocols
  • Store preset positions and image parameters (iris, white balance, exposure, picture setting)
  • 3D positioning, 120 dB true WDR
  • Simultaneous SDI + IP output
  • Intelligent adaptive IR illumination up to 328', IR on/off is available
  • IP67-outdoor rated, corrosion resistant treatment
  • WDR, BLC, Defog, Day/Night
  • 120° tilt / 360° pan, adaptive speed up to 150°/s
  • 255 presets speed adaptive up to 90°/s, 8 cruises
  • Zoom lens position and direction indicator on OSD
  • -40 to 140°F operating temperature
  • Rain wiper
  • Audio input/output with NDI streaming
  • Optional 24 VAC power adapter supported (BD-A-P24-5)
  • PoE power supported via optional BirdDog PoE 80W Injector
  • Firmware upgrade via USB 2.0 or IP
  • Full control via Web/mobile UI
Main Features
New: Color Matrix in Gen 2
Dialing in your cameras just levelled up. The A200 Gen 2 now has a full color matrix with individual saturation and hue control over Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Yellow, and Magenta, all with 64 levels of control.
New: 72 Levels of Gamma
From negative to positive gamma positions you can now dial in those blacks with an unprecedented level of control.
New: Cam Control App to Color Match in Seconds
The Cam Control app is the easiest and most user-friendly way to dial in BirdDog cameras. Simply load on a Windows 10 machine on the same network as your BirdDog cameras and access all functions of the camera through a beautiful interface. Quickly dial in the look you like and copy settings across multiple cameras in seconds. And it's 100% FREE with all BirdDog PTZ cameras.
Weatherproof Full NDI PTZ Camera
Designed for fixed outdoor installations such as sports, the IP67 rating means the A200 can withstand pretty much any weather conditions. By teaming up BirdDog's custom NDI silicon chip, a Sony CMOS backlit sensor, and a true Sony Image module A200 has lightning auto focus, incredibly sharp images, and insanely fast zoom. A200 has frame rates up to 1080p60, 30x optical zoom, and outputs SDI and Full NDI simultaneously.
Full NDI
In the world of NDI there are two flavors, NDI, and NDI|HX. NDI is a variable bit rate, I-Frame codec that is reaches around 140Mbits at 1080p60 and is visually lossless. NDI|HX is a compressed, long-GOP, H.264 variant that reaches around 12 Mb at 1080p60. A200 hardware only Encodes and Decodes Full YUV 4:2:2 NDI.
Sony Sensor
The best pictures come from the best silicon. The A200 features a world class Sony CMOS Backlit Sensor with the BirdDog custom NDI chip to form a match made in silicon heaven. Your productions deserve the best.
Sony Image Module
Fast autofocus, fast zoom, and precision optics achieve the best picture quality with an image module made by Sony. The A200 uses a true Sony image module to give unparalleled performance, picture quality, and responsiveness.
All Weather
With an IP67 rating A200 is perfect for fixed installations in outdoor and indoor environments. The external housing has been treated for corrosion resistance against salt spray and the -40 to 140°F operating temperature rating means it has been designed to withstand the most extreme elements on earth. It even has a rain wiper to keep water off the lens.
Dual NDI and SDI Output
With NDI and SDI simultaneous outputs, the A200 is ready to go live with your full NDI workflow, or if you are still in an old school SDI workflow you can control via RS-422, RS-485, and RS-232 to future proof your investment by using baseband video now and move to NDI when you are ready.
30x Optical Soom
The two punch 30x optical zoom and all weather abilities of makes the A200 perfect for outdoor and indoor fixed installations for sports such as football, baseball, hockey, ski fields, basketball, soccer, and more.
Pan and Tilt Movements
Featuring 360° continuous rotation, 255 preset positions, Zero Deviation Positioning technology, and a preset movement speed of 150° per second, the A200 ensures you will never miss a shot again.
Supported Options
Optional Mounts
  • BD-A200-WM Wall Mount
  • BD-A200-CM Ceiling Mount
  • BD-A-PMA Pole Mount
  • BD-A-CMA Corner Mount
Optional PTZ Keyboard
Combine A200 with the BirdDog PTZ Keyboard and you have total control of all functions remotely. PTZ Keyboard is a full-featured PTZ Keyboard that can control up to 255 PTZ cameras on a single network so can scale to even the most complex installations. PTZ Keyboard can control the A200 over NDI or by RS-422/RS-232 when using in SDI mode.
Optional PoE
The A200 can be powered by PoE with an optional PoE Injector. Designed to hang upside down the choice of mounting options gives coverage for virtually any situation.

BirdDog EYES A200 Gen2 Specs

Key Specs
Image Sensor
1/2.8"-Type CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 2.13 Megapixel
Shutter Speed
1/10000 to 1 Second
Optical Zoom Ratio
30x
Max Digital Zoom
12x
External Recording Modes
SDI/BNC / RJ45
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97/50/59.94/60.00 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94/60.00 fps
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94/60.00 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC
Supported Control Protocols
Pelco-D
VISCA
PoE Support
PoE+ 802.3at
Imaging
Image Sensor
1/2.8"-Type CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 2.13 Megapixel
IR Cut Filter
Yes
Focus Control
Autofocus
Manual Focus
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
1/10000 to 1 Second
Minimum Illumination
0.01 Lux at 1/30 Shutter Speed
Flip / Mirror Support
Image Flip, Mirror (Vertical)
White Balance
Presets: ATW, Auto, Indoors, Manual, One Push, Outdoors
Lens
Focal Length
4.3 to 129mm
Optical Zoom Ratio
30x
Max Digital Zoom
12x
Field of View
Horizontal: 63.7 to 2.3°
Maximum Aperture
f/1.6 to 4.7
Video Capture
External Recording Modes
SDI/BNC / RJ45
1920 x 1080p at 25/29.97/50/59.94/60.00 fps
1920 x 1080i at 50/59.94/60.00 fps
1280 x 720 at 50/59.94/60.00 fps
Broadcast Output
NTSC
Control
Presets
255
Pan/Tilt
Pan: 360° at 0.01 to 150°/s 
Tilt: 105° (-90 to 15°) at 0.05 to 90°/s 
Tally Light
No
Supported Control Protocols
Pelco-D
VISCA
Interface
Video I/O
1x RJ45 (NDI) Output
1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Output
Other I/O
1x RJ45 Control Input
2x RJ45 (Pelco-D, RS-422, RS-485, VISCA) Input
1x Unspecified USB Input
Built-In Microphone
No
Built-In Speaker
No
Power
PoE Support
PoE+ 802.3at
Power I/O
1x Proprietary (24VAC at 2.5 A) Input
Power Consumption
Device: 22 to 51.84 W
Environmental
Operating Conditions
-40 to 140°F / -40 to 60°C up to 80% Humidity
Impact Resistance
No
Environmental Resistance
Corrosion/Dust/Water-Resistant (IP67)
General
Certifications
FCC Part B
Dimensions (W x H x D)
8.3 x 13.1 x 8.3" / 210 x 333 x 210 mm
Weight
12.13 lb / 5.5 kg (Body Only)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
17.05 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.3 x 12.6 x 12"

BirdDog EYES A200 Gen2 Reviews

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What long distance (over 300 meters) powers ...

What long distance (over 300 meters) powers supply POE do you recommend?
Asked by: Trent
If you require longer distance POE cables when using the BirdDog A200 Gen2 Camera we recommend Veracity solutions. . Veracity OUTREACH Max G Gigabit Ethernet & PoE Extender BH #VEVORORMG https://bhpho.to/3Im99hJ Datasheet - https://bit.ly/3YJ3Akh
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-02-21

Can I control this camera from a Tricaster 860AE ...

Can I control this camera from a Tricaster 860AE and later?
Asked by: Jason
BirdDog A200 Gen2 1080p SDI/Full NDI PTZ Camera (White) BH #BIBDA200GEN2 supports control protocols of NDI, Visca IP, as well as serial VISCA / PELCO D over RS422/RS485. The Newtek product can interface with cameras that offers network control as well as RS232 and RS422 through USB to serial adaption. The outputs provided from the BirdDog can interface with the Newtek switchers.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2021-09-13
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