What is NDI?
Network Device Interface (NDI) is a high performance AV over IP standard that allows anyone to use real time, ultra low latency video on existing IP video networks. The NDI open protocol enables professionals to share video through a local area network (LAN) with video-compatible devices. With a single ethernet cable connection, professionals can merge all stages of production from start to finish. That way, all production tasks and processes will be united, so accomplishing a creative vision will be simple. With the NDI 5.5 tool-kit, users will also be able to connect any audio device as an NDI source with NDI’s Audio Direct tool. This adds audio over IP to NDI’s revolution. Here’s a list of our NDI compatible cameras:
- BG-ADAMO-4KND Live streaming PTZ camera supported by NDI|HX 3
- BG-4KND-12XUHP Live streaming PTZ camera Supported by NDI|HX 2
- BG-UPTZ-ND Live streaming PTZ camera Supported by NDI|HX 2
- BG-ND-XHSRP Live streaming PTZ camera Supported by NDI|HX 2
What is NDI High Bandwidth?
The NDI high bandwidth standard provides users with great quality and very low latency. Simply put, users can expect a high quality output without any lagging, loading or freezing. The downside to high bandwidth NDI is, this standard does not compress the bandwidth of the inputs so it uses a lot of bandwidth. Using full bandwidth in a local area network (LAN) can cause high latency for any other device connected to that network. When using the High Bandwidth standard, it is recommended that users create a vLAN for their devices. A vLan is a virtual local area network that is isolated from other workspaces on the network, that way you can manage your bandwidth consumption.
What is NDI|HX?
NDI|HX is the first version of NDI’s compressed bandwidth standard. To address the bandwidth problem users were having with the High Bandwidth standard, NDI implemented bandwidth compression. Simply put, the HX standard reduces the bandwidth needed to transmit a given amount of video/audio data in a given time. Also, this reduces the time needed to transmit a given amount of video/audio data in a given bandwidth. Overall, this allows for NDI devices to be on a LAN without draining bandwidth.
What is NDI|HX 2?
NDI|HX 2 is an updated version of NDI|HX 1. NDI|HX 2 also compresses the bandwidth, but is more efficient than NDI|HX 1. With compressed bandwidth, users can have more devices on their LAN without running into latency issues. NDI|HX 2 provides good quality output, low bandwidth and medium latency. The main difference compared to NDI|HX 1 is that HX2 is truly a native NDI stream - all the way from the source device to the destination. This means it is a 'cleaner' implementation than HX1 and can potentially be more reliable, provide lower latency and give a more flexible connection which shares all the usual features of NDI.
What is NDI|HX 3?
NDI|HX 3 is an updated version of the HX2 standard. The difference is, HX3 provides a better image quality and lower latency than HX2. NDI|HX 3 also uses slightly more bandwidth than NDI|HX 2, but the increase in bandwidth is not significant enough to be an issue. There are a limited amount of NDI|HX 3 compliant devices due to a hardware limitation most NDI|HX 2 compliant devices have. Overall, NDI|HX 3 is the latest update to the standard and offers the best features.
NDI (Network Device Interface)
NDI|HX 2
NDI|HX 3
NDI High Bandwidth
Latency
Medium
Very Low
Very Low
Versatility
BZBGEAR’s line of NDI|HX enabled PTZ cameras offer unparalleled flexibility when compared to traditional IP PTZ cameras.
NDI is the industry’s leading IP streaming protocol and eliminates many of the complexities of network-based video production.
The low latency and low bandwidth requirements of NDI signal transmission allow you to place cameras with a single category wire and even transmit video to wireless devices, making it easier than ever to capture the perfect angle.
Simplicity
Equipped with useful features like auto-discovery and the ability to stream to multiple devices on the network simultaneously, NDI cameras remove the need for costly video infrastructure and complicated cabling.
Requiring nothing more than a simple Ethernet connection to distribute video content means less time setting up or troubleshooting, and more time producing content.
High Performance
BZBGEAR NDI PTZ cameras produce outstanding images at resolutions as high as [email protected] High quality components ensure clarity and accuracy at all resolutions. Multiple simultaneous outputs including SDI, HDMI, USB, and IP Streaming provide the ability to integrate with a wide variety of applications.
Comprehensive Control
With a wide array of control options, BZBGEAR PTZ cameras make it easy to capture every shot. From our popular IP and serial joystick controllers to our free downloadable PTZ control software, we make sure you always have the situation under control! Third party integrations include vMix, OBS, Zoom, and more.
BZBGEAR Camera Control Software for iOS
The BG-Control app gives you precision control of up to 8 cameras utilizing VISCA over IP. You can add custom names for cameras and presets for easy identification. The ability to adjust the PTZ movement speed allows you to create smooth, professional looking transitions.
Auto-Focus, Zoom, and Iris sliders give you the ability to make precise adjustments on the fly. The video preview feature of the iPad version lets you quickly and easily create presets directly from the app, and each preset features a video snapshot for fast and easy recall. The “favorites” feature lets you store presets from different cameras on a single screen for improved multi-camera management. Overall, the BZBGEAR camera control software for IOS is an all encompassing control hub for PTZ cameras.
This software has the Iphone version and the Ipad version. The main difference is the video preview feature for the IPAD mentioned above.
The BZBGEAR Difference
There is a reason our customers return to us time and again for advice, add-ons, system expansion. Our belief in our products is demonstrated in our 5-year Warranty, and our pride in customer service is backed by a team of highly trained sales and technical support engineers. Our ever-expanding Knowledge Base features step by step guides for setup and integration, and our YouTube channel features in depth dives into the setup, configuration, and features of our diverse family of products.
Features
Multiple Frame Rates
Our cameras support both standard (25/30/50.60) and broadcast (29.92/59.94) frame rates.
SRT Protocol Support
Secure Reliable Transport provides high quality, low-latency live video over the internet.
Full NDI|HX compatibility
The full range of features and applications available with the NDI protocol are supported.
Color Accuracy
Automatic, One-Touch, and Manual white balance modes allow for perfect color reproduction.
Multiple Output Options
BZBGEAR PTZ cameras feature HDMI, SDI, USB, and IP streaming outputs, some even have them all!
Zoom Levels
Available options include 10/12/20/30X.
4K Resolution
4K and 1080P models available
5 Year Warranty
Parts & Labor covered for 5 years