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birddog PLAY User Manual

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USER GUIDE
November 2022

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birddog PLAY Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorCompact
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
Video OutputHDMI
NetworkEthernet (RJ-45)
NDI SupportFull NDI
Power12V DC
ControlWeb UI, NDI
Audio OutputHDMI Embedded
Network ConnectivityEthernet

Summary

Copyright

Trademark Acknowledgement

Important Information

Legal Notice

Ensures account security by recommending strong passwords and clarifies document disclaimers.

Regulatory Compliance

Details FCC Part 15 compliance for digital devices and potential radio frequency interference.

LVD/EMC Directive

Welcome to BirdDog!

Using This Manual

We're Invested in Your Success

Welcome to the Future

What is NDI®?

Key Features

NDI® 5

Supports new NDI® 5 functions, including high bandwidth NDI®, HX2, and HX3.

4K UHD

Enables reception of NDI® streams in resolutions up to 4Kp60.

Tiny footprint

Details the compact dimensions (85x85x19mm) and light weight (97g) of PLAY.

Magnetic Base

Describes the magnetic base for easy mounting behind TV screens.

USB Power

States that PLAY is powered via USB-C for enhanced flexibility.

CEC control

Allows using a TV remote to browse and play NDI® sources via built-in CEC.

Comprehensive API support

Lists supported APIs including RESTful, Crestron, Zoom, and Q-SYS.

Getting to Know PLAY

Physical Layout

Illustrates the device's ports and controls: On/Off, Remote Sensor, USB Power, HDMI, Ethernet.

Powering PLAY

Explains the USB-C power connection and its voltage/current specifications.

Getting Started with PLAY

Make Your Connections

Instructions for connecting PLAY to power, TV via HDMI, and network via Ethernet.

Logging In

Steps to access the BirdDog web interface using the PLAY's IP address and default password.

Selecting Your Source

Option 1

How to select an NDI® source using a CEC compatible TV and its remote control.

Option 2

Instructions for selecting an NDI® source through the BirdUI interface via AV Setup.

Web Configuration Panel

Password Management

Guidance on changing the default password for enhanced security in the BirdUI.

BirdUI Layout

An overview of the organization and panels within the BirdUI interface.

Dashboard

Network

NDI Network Settings

System

Password Settings

Detailed steps for changing the BirdUI password to prevent unauthorized access.

System Update

Instructions for downloading and installing the latest firmware for product improvement.

System Reboot

Button to restart the PLAY unit, typically after network or name changes.

Configuration Update

Remote IP List

Adding IP addresses manually to enable visibility of devices on different subnets.

NDI Group List

Restricting communication by assigning devices to specific NDI® groups.

AV Setup

Device settings for OSD, HDMI timeout adjustment, and restarting the decode engine.

Decode Settings

NDI Audio

Method to mute or unmute the audio stream from an NDI® source.

NDI Decode Source

Selecting an available NDI® source from the list for decoding.

Failover Source

Configuring an alternative NDI® source for automatic switching upon interruption.

Genlock Source

Option to select a genlock source for video synchronization.

Apply Source

Button to confirm and save changes made to the decode settings.

Key Specifications

Glossary