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NEW! BirdDog Play Pro

Making its ISE debut, PLAY Pro is the simplest and most reliable way to put NDI® video on a display. Designed for anyone who needs live video on a screen camera feeds, return feeds, confidence monitors, or live sources away from the switcher, PLAY Pro removes complexity. Just connect it, power it with PoE, and plug in a display. Available now for pre-order at Broadfield Distributing. Call your sales rep at 800-634-5178 for more information!

BirdDog Play Pro

• NDI® + NDI HX3: Decoding.
• UHD: Up to 4Kp60 resolution support.
• Lo/Hi: Low-latency, high-quality video.
• Always On: Designed for continuous, long-duration use

Shipping March 2026
SKU: BDPLAYPRO
MPN: BDPLAYPRO
$299.00 MSRP

Built around a next-generation processor, PLAY Pro is smaller, significantly quieter, and designed for permanent installation. Its rugged metal enclosure and included VESA mount allow it to live neatly behind a display and work day after day in fixed AV environments.

With fast switching and NDI KVM support, PLAY Pro goes beyond simple video playback, enabling instant source changes and direct keyboard-and-mouse control of remote computers over IP.  If you need NDI on a screen, you need PLAY Pro.

BirdDog Play – Still Available!

BirdDog Play
BirdDog PLAY redefines simplicity in NDI workflows, delivering powerful 4K UHD video playback in a compact, plug-and-play design. With PLAY, it’s never been easier to bring your NDI content to life. 
IN STOCK!
SKU: BDPLAY
MPN: BDPLAY
$199.00 MSRP

BirdDog Available at Broadfield

MAKI Ultra
Introducing the powerful MAKI Ultra NDI | HX3 camera — compact, fast, and built for precision. With 4K60 and lightning-fast autofocus, it delivers stunning clarity. Intuitive side buttons keep control at your fingertips, while HALO Tally clearly shows which camera is live. Available in 12x and 20x zoom models.
12x Zoom MPN: BDMKU12XB
20x Zoom MPN: BDMKU20XB
IN STOCK!
$1,295.00 MSRP

X1
This HD 20X PTZ Camera captures crisp 1080/60p video with a 20x zoom and multiple outputs, including HDMI, USB, and IP. Equipped with NDI HX3 and built-in Wi-Fi, it’s a smart, reliable choice for creators looking to elevate their content
Black MPN: BDX1B
White MPN: BDX1W
IN STOCK!
$995.00 MSRP

X1 30x
This new HD 30X PTZ Camera  features an impressive 30x optical zoom, making it ideal for capturing clear, detailed shots even from a distance. With 1080p60 resolution and a Sony 1/2.8″ CMOS Full HD sensor, it delivers sharp, professional-quality video, while HDMI, USB-C, and network outputs provide flexible connectivity.
Black MPN: BDX1-30B
White MPN: BDX1-30W
IN STOCK!
$1,195.00 MSRP

X1 Ultra
This 4K/30p PTZ Camera delivers sharp Ultra-HD video with a 12x optical zoom and versatile outputs including HDMI, USB, and IP. With NDI HX3 and built-in Wi-Fi, it’s a smart, reliable solution for creators ready to take their content to the next level.
Black MPN: BDX1UB
White MPN: BDX1UW
IN STOCK!
$1,495.00 MSRP

BirdDog X4E Ultra
X4E shares the same high-performance DNA as X4 Ultra, without the Wi-Fi and internally battery for simpler integrations.
Black MPN: BDX4EUB
White MPN: BDX4EUW
IN STOCK!
$1,995.00 MSRP

X4 Ultra
The BirdDog X4 Ultra PTZ Camera features Wi-Fi 6 for fast, reliable wireless connectivity and a built-in 4-hour battery for true portability. With 20x optical zoom, 4K60 video, and outputs including 3G-SDI, HDMI, USB-C, NDI, RTMP, and RTSP.
Black MPN: BDX4UB
White MPN: BDX4UW
IN STOCK!
$2,195.00 MSRP

X5 Ultra
The BirdDog X5 Ultra PTZ Camera delivers stunning 4K60p video with a powerful 20x optical zoom, making it perfect for professional productions. With 12G-SDI, HDMI, USB-C, NDI|HX3, and PoE+ support, it’s built for maximum flexibility in any workflow.
Black MPN: BDX5UB
White MPN: BDX5UW
IN STOCK!
$2,995.00 MSRP

O4
BirdDog O4 is a purpose-built outdoor PTZ engineered for permanent deployment. With IP66 weatherproofing, -40° to +60°C tolerance, 30x optical zoom (60x in HD), 500 m infrared night vision, and 4K60p video, O4 delivers reliable coverage. 
Gray MPN: BDO4GR
White MPN: BDO4W
Now Shipping!
$6,495.00 MSRP

XL Ultra
The cinematic PTZ camera built for broadcast, virtual production, and premium AV.  4/3″ sensor. 4K60. Dual cameras. No compromises. 
Black MPN: BDXLUB
White MPN: BDXLUW
IN STOCK!
$6,995.00 MSRP

LISBON, Portugal (January 22, 2026) NDI, the global standard for plug-and-play IP video connectivity, today announced the release of NDI 6.3, a major update designed to give professional and enterprise users greater visibility, operational insight and confidence when running NDI at scale. The release focuses on advanced discovery, monitoring, and control, reinforcing NDI’s role in mission-critical broadcast, Pro AV, live event, and enterprise workflows.

As NDI deployments continue to grow in size, teams need clear insight into how their networks and video sources are performing. NDI 6.3 addresses this need by enabling real-time monitoring of multiple active sources, providing diagnostics for stream health, and helping operators identify issues such as packet loss or jitter before they impact production.

“NDI 6.3 is the final step of the journey we started with the release of 6.0,” said Miguel Coutinho, Head of NDI. “This latest release establishes NDI into the world of large video installations by allowing monitoring and control of both senders and receivers, no matter the size of the network.”

In addition to monitoring and control enhancements, NDI 6.3 expands secure Pro AV workflows through new HDCP compatibility. NDI now supports HDCP-enabled devices built in collaboration with ProITAV, enabling protected content workflows that were previously out of reach for many Pro AV environments, including use cases that require encrypted sources, licensed playback devices, or end-to-end content protection. Working closely with ProITAV, NDI developed the first NDI-enabled, HDCP-compliant encoder and decoder, which is fully integrated with NDI 6.3 for HDCP streams and Non-HDCP- Streams. This hardware solution opens the door to a new device category and new applications that provide a more secure deployment option for partners and customers.

The release also supports Agilex 7 FPGA chipset enablement, expanding hardware support and strengthening the NDI ecosystem for high-performance deployments.

Early beta partners have already validated the impact of NDI 6.3 in real-world use.

“With NDI 6.3, we’re helping unlock secure, real-world Pro AV workflows that weren’t previously possible,” said Keith Kennedy, Managing Director at ProITAV. “Working closely with NDI, we developed the first NDI-enabled, HDCP-compliant encoder and decoder to support protected content end to end. This gives integrators and enterprise users a practical way to deploy NDI in environments that require encryption, licensed playback, and content protection, without compromising performance or flexibility.”

NDI 6.3 at ISE 2026

NDI 6.3 will be demonstrated live at ISE in Barcelona, where Roberto Musso, Technical Director at NDI, will lead hands-on, demo-first walkthroughs on the show floor. These demonstrations will showcase live sender monitoring and diagnostics across multiple active NDI sources, highlighting how operators can quickly identify and isolate issues in scaled environments.

At ISE, NDI will feature dedicated demo pods with Vizrt, Ross, Science Image, Everet, CDN Live and TSL, while wall displays will highlight partners and users including Panasonic, Obsbot, BirdDog, Magewell, Bolin, Yealink and MMG.  Together, these showcases highlight the breadth of the NDI ecosystem and reinforce third-party validation across professional video workflows.

With NDI 6.3, users gain greater visibility and reliability across their video workflows, including sender-level monitoring, real-time stream statistics for troubleshooting, and improved performance for mid-to-large deployments. Hardware and software developers also benefit from new SDK capabilities, including APIs that enable sender devices and applications to publish stream information for monitoring, enhanced discovery services with programmatic access on Windows and Linux, and expanded support for HDCP and Agilex 7 FPGA-based hardware. Together, these updates reinforce NDI’s continued evolution into a mature, enterprise-ready platform designed to support both day-to-day operations and next-generation product development.

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ABOUT NDI  

NDI, a fast-growing tech company, is removing the limits to video and audio connectivity. NDI – Network Device Interface – is used by millions of customers worldwide and has been adopted by more media organizations than any other IP standard, creating the industry’s largest IP ecosystem of products.   

NDI allows multiple video systems to identify and communicate with one another over IP; it can encode, transmit and receive many streams of high-quality, low-latency, frame-accurate video and audio in real-time. The growth of NDI is backed by a growing community of installers, developers, AV professionals, and users who are deeply engaged with the company through community events and initiatives.  NDI is part of Vizrt. For more information: https://ndi.video/ 

NETGEAR In Stock at Broadfield

NETGEAR switches are in stock at Broadfield! Contact your Broadfield sales rep at 800-634-5178 for more information.

NETGEAR 10PT M4250-9G1F-POE+ Managed Switch

• # Total Ports: 10
• Port Types: 9x 1G, 1x SFP
• Total PoE Budget: 110W
• # PoE+ Ports: 8
• Rack Mount: Desktop
• Form Factor WxHxD (mm); 210 x 40 x 140

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MPN: GSM4210PD-100NAS
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NETGEAR M4250 10G2F PoE plus AV Switch

• 8-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) PoE+ with 125W PoE budget
• 2-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45)
• 2-port 1000BASE-X (SFP)
• 24 Gbps non-blocking fabric across 12 ports

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SKU: GSM4212P100NAS
MPN: GSM4212P-100NAS
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NETGEAR 10PT M4250-8G2XF-POE+ Managed Switch

• # Total Ports: 10
• Port Types: 8x 1G, 2x SFP+
• Total PoE Budget: 220W
• # PoE+ Ports: 8
• Rack Mount: Desktop
• Form Factor WxHxD (mm): 210 x 40 x 140

IN STOCK!
SKU: GSM4210PX100NAS
MPN: GSM4210PX-100NAS
$999.99 MAP

NETGEAR M4250-10G2XF-PoE++ AV Switch

• 8-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) Ultra90 PoE++ with 720W PoE budget
• 2-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45)
• 2-port 1000/10GBASE-X (SFP+)

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NETGEAR M4250-26G4F-PoE+ AV Switch

• 24-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) PoE+ with 300W PoE budget
• 2-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45)
• 4-port 1000BASE-X (SFP)
• 60 Gbps non-blocking fabric across 30 ports

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SKU: GSM4230P100NAS
MPN: GSM4230P-100NAS
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NETGEAR M4250-26G4XF-PoE+ Managed Switch

• 24-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) PoE+ with 480W PoE budget
• 2-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45)
• 4-port 1000/10GBASE-X (SFP+)
• 132 Gbps non-blocking fabric across 30 ports

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NETGEAR M4250-40G8F-PoE+ Managed Switch 

• 40-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) PoE+ with 480W PoE budget
• 8-port 1000BASE-X (SFP)
• 96 Gbps non-blocking fabric across 48 ports

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SKU: GSM4248P100NAS
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NETGEAR M4250-26G4F-PoE++ Managed Switch 

• 24-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) Ultra90 PoE++ with 1,440W PoE budget
• 2-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45)
• 4-port 1000BASE-X (SFP)

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NETGEAR M4250-40G8XF-PoE+ Managed Switch 

• 40-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) PoE+ with 960W PoE budget
• 8-port 1000/10GBASE-X (SFP+)
• 240 Gbps non-blocking fabric across 48 ports

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NETGEAR M4250-40G8XF-PoE++ Managed Switch 

• 40-port 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) Ultra90 PoE++ with 2,880W PoE budget
• 8-port 1000/10GBASE-X (SFP+)

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In this NDI November case study, Chris Reid (President, TFS Broadcast) joins Broadfield Distributing to showcase:

• Dual NewTek TriCaster TC1 systems for producing multiple live streams and video board feeds at once
• Netgear M4250 AV line switches as the cost-effective IP backbone with multicast support
• Kiloview rackmount NDI encoders/decoders for seamless SDI-to-NDI conversion
• Panasonic AW-UE150 & CX350 cameras with native NDI|HX
• Dante audio & intercom routing over the same IP infrastructure
• Flexible reconfiguration for any venue with just a few clicks

Matt details the complete NDI deployment that powers:

• Center field Vizrt TriCaster handling live switching and replay
• Four BirdDog PTZ cameras (left field, right field, center field, and one roaming) plus additonal PTZs used throughout the stadium
• NDI feeds to the giant scoreboard/video board and ribbon boards
• In-game graphics, sponsor elements, and instant replays
• Streaming and local broadcasts
• Confidence monitors and press box feeds

Matt covers how NDI simplifies cabling at the new stadium, enables quick changes, and delivers reliable performance for every home game.

In this reseller-focused case study, Jesse from Midtown Video walks through their NDI deployment that delivers:

• Fully isolated, high-bandwidth network used only for video transport
• Zero internet exposure for maximum security of all AV signals
• Reliable multi-source video distribution to displays, streaming, and recording
• Seamless integration with Vizrt TriCaster and BirdDog NDI PTZ cameras & converters

In this System Integrator spotlight, Brad from 1210 Production Company walks through their complete NDI installation featuring Vizrt TriCaster. See how NDI enables:

• Instant video distribution to concession TVs, concourse monitors, and LED scoreboards
• Multi-camera live sports broadcasts and web streaming
• Real-time feeds for press boxes, coaching staff, and student broadcast teams
• Huge cost savings by leveraging school fiber and switches

Derek from Comcast walks through real projects including:

• Full NDI production workflows in corporate conference centers and event spaces
• Distributed video across multiple rooms and buildings using existing network infrastructure
• PTZ cameras with remote control
• Video routing to LED walls, confidence monitors, and overflow areas
• Replacing traditional SDI cabling with NDI for flexibility and cost savings

David explains why Peak Media standardized on NDI: lower cost, faster installs, scalability, and future-proofing for corporate clients who need high-quality live production.