The Pocket-Sized Gateway to NDI

The BirdDog Mini is a remarkably compact and versatile NDI interface designed to bring HDMI video sources and destinations into the IP workflow. Despite its small footprint, it functions as a powerful bridge: in Encoding mode, it instantly makes your camera or media player available across your entire NDI network. In Decoding mode, it acts as a receiver, allowing you to output any NDI source to a monitor, switcher, or projector with broadcast-grade fidelity.

Professional Tally and Communication

Communication is the backbone of a successful live production. The BirdDog Mini features a built-in, bi-color tally display that provides immediate visual feedback for "on-air" status. Furthermore, it natively supports BirdDog Comms technology, allowing for a streamlined intercom setup without additional hardware. This makes the Mini an ideal choice for fast-paced studio environments and live event facilities where crew synchronization is critical.

Intelligent Power for On-Set Versatility

Designed to adapt to any shooting environment, the BirdDog Mini offers three distinct power options. For clean, studio-based installations, it supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), eliminating the need for bulky AC adapters. When in the field, you can power the unit via the DC input using a camera battery's D-Tap or a standard power supply. This flexibility ensures your NDI workflow remains uninterrupted, whether you are on a tripod or a mobile roaming rig.

Seamless Workflow Integration

The BirdDog Mini is built for total flexibility. Through its intuitive browser-based console, you can switch between encoding and decoding with a single click. It also supports BirdDog Link, enabling a direct "point-to-point" workflow where you can encode from one BirdDog unit and play back on another across your facility. Its rugged, miniature design allows it to be tucked away behind a monitor or mounted directly to a camera, making it the ultimate tool for modernizing your video infrastructure.