Cameras & Keyboard
X-Series Decoding
How to Decode with your X1, X1 Ultra, and X5 Ultra The X1, X1 Ultra, and X5 Ultra are manufactured with a built-in decoder,* which can decode NDI|HX2 and NDI|HX3 sources on your network. In order for this feature to work properly, a few settings need ...
X-Series Camera API
You can find our API document for the X-Series at the following link: X-Series API* This document supports commands for the following units: X1 X1 Ultra MAX X4 Ultra *Our API can also be found on our website under Products → AV Section → Automation / ...
X-Series Cameras IR Remote Assignment
How to Assign a Number to Each Camera on the IR Remote BirdDog’s X-Series cameras can be assigned to a number on the remote via the OSD. Please refer to the following instructions to assign remote numbers to your cameras: On the provided IR remote, ...
P200 Stuck in Black & White
Fixing a P200 Stuck in Black & White The P200 booting in black and white can be a result of the LTS firmware update, and the fix is simple. Below, we’ve outlined the steps to address this, which should only take a few minutes. Power the camera on ...
MCU Update Tips for P-Series Cameras
Symptoms of MCU Update Failure Sometimes, when attempting the MCU portion of the firmware update for our P-Series cameras, the MCU update does not complete properly. There are a few things that may indicate an unsuccessful MCU update: The MCU number ...
Why Performing a Factory Reset After a Firmware Update is Beneficial for BirdDog Cameras
Firmware updates are essential for keeping your BirdDog camera up-to-date with the latest features, optimizations, and security improvements. However, after installing new firmware, some settings may conflict with the previous configurations or may ...
Key Benefits of Resetting BirdDog Cameras to Default Settings
1. Quickly Resolve Configuration Issues BirdDog cameras, with advanced features and customizable settings, may occasionally require adjustments or reconfiguration. Over time, these settings can become complex or lead to unintended effects. A factory ...
Firmware Update Instructions - MAKI Ultra
What you will need 1 x BirdDog MAKI Ultra firmware update .img file 1 x BirdDog MAKI Ultra camera. Procedure System Firmware Update This update is a single-step process performed from the BirdUI. 1. Download the firmware file from the BirdDog website ...
Firmware Update Instructions - X1 and X1 Ultra
What you will need 1 x BirdDog X1 or X1 Ultra firmware update .bin file 1 x BirdDog X1 or X1 Ultra camera. Procedure System Firmware Update This update is a single-step process performed from the BirdUI. 1. Download the firmware file from the BirdDog ...
BirdDog Camera Firmware Release Notes
All 4K Cameras Due to internal BirdDog requirements, our firmware releases don’t always have sequential numbering. To upgrade the firmware, please follow the Firmware Upgrade Instructions located in your firmware download. IMPORTANT After the update ...
P-Series | Preset Recall Causing the Image to turn Black and White
If your BirdDog P-Series camera isn’t showing the correct color settings when it starts up, don’t worry! The steps below will help you fix the issue quickly. Start Your Camera Turn on your camera and wait for it to finish its start-up process. Adjust ...