BirdDog 3x X5 Ultra PTZ Camera 20x Optical Zoom and KBD Keyboard Combo

BirdDog 3x X5 Ultra PTZ Cameras and KBD Keyboard Combo On Sale Through 9/30/2025

The Ultimate Production Powerhouse. For top-tier creators, this bundle includes 3x X5 Ultra cameras with 12G-SDI for broadcast quality and the intuitive BirdDog KBD Controller, made for effortless control. The Ultimate Production Powerhouse.
For top-tier creators, this bundle includes 3x X5 Ultra cameras with 12G-SDI for broadcast quality and the intuitive BirdDog KBD Controller, made for effortless control. Your ultimate toolkit for high-end production!
BirdDog X5 Ultra 20x 4K PTZ Camera
Productions are demanding; the X5 Ultra makes demanding a walk in the park. Featuring unparalleled capability, quality, and performance – take your PTZ game up a notch with X5 Ultra. Imagine next-level robotic controls with ultra-fine and precise movement thanks to its category-busting advanced motor drive system. Movements on air are a breeze, and acceleration/deceleration of moves look natural and slick. Sporting BirdDog’s signature Halo tally system for true audience engagement, revolutionary built-in NDI® decoding*, all the video connectors, including 12G-SDI, dual e-ink displays make branding and maintenance a snap, all wrapped up with a stunning Sony 4K60 image sensor delivering the highest performance NDI® | HX3 possible. X5 Ultra. In every way.
BirdDog KBD PTZ Controller with Integrated Screen
BirdDog KBD Controller is the ideal tool for PTZ camera operators, designed with a rugged, ergonomic build and a large screen displaying up to four cameras at once. The streamlined menu provides direct access to essentials like camera pairing, while its built-in tally display integrates with mixers like TriCaster or vMix, showing the live camera right on the keyboard. With tactile feedback for camera switching, it’s intuitive and comfortable for extended use. The BirdDog KBD adapts to any setup with NDI, VISCA, ONVIF, RS-232, and RS-422 connectivity, and reflects BirdDog’s commitment to sustainability with its ocean-bound plastic construction. Packed with enhanced features, including improved access, configuration, and joystick calibration, it’s a powerful, affordable solution shaped by user feedback for greater control, comfort, and reliability.
KBD SPECS
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 adjustment Brightness/Shutter/Gain/Iris
Auto White Balance: Direct Button
Manual White Balance: Toggle Dial adjustment R-Gain, B-Gain, Color Temperature
Auto Focus: Direct Button
Manual Focus: Direct Button (Near/Far)
BLC (Backlight Compensation): Direct Button
Zoom Ring on Joystick: Yes (enable/Disable)
Programmable Trigger on Joystick: Adjustable, 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: 1280x720
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 Multiview: NDI HX2, 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° adjustment
Zoom Rocket: Spring loaded, adjustable
Dimensions: 377mm x 177mmx 118mm ; 14.84in x 6.96 x 4.64in (LxWxH including Joystick)
Construction Material: Aluminium; OBP Ocean-Bound Plastic
Integrated Carry Handle: YES
Operating Temperature: -10°C - +55°C; 14°F - 130°F
Storage Temperature: -10°C - +55°C; 14°F - 130°F
Operating Humidity: 20% - 80% (Non-condensing)
Storage Humidity: 0% - 90% (Non-condensing)
Power Supply: PoE (802.3af), DC12V
Power Consumption: ≤5W
Packaging Dimensions: 390x215x165mm; 15.35x8.46x6.49 in