BirdDog at ISE 2026

BirdDog at ISE 2026

Booth 5D400 | Barcelona

As a long-standing BirdDog partner, Altered Images is looking forward to ISE 2026, where BirdDog will be showcasing the most complete and capable live video lineup in its history.

Following a major year of innovation, BirdDog arrives at Integrated Systems Europe 2026 demonstrating how its technology has evolved into a true end-to-end IP video platform – one that aligns perfectly with the real-world AV and broadcast workflows we design and deploy for clients.

At Booth 5D400, attendees can explore how BirdDog continues to push the boundaries of PTZ cameras, NDI® workflows, and live video infrastructure, with a focus on reliability, simplicity, and performance at scale.

ISE 2026 Launch: PLAY Pro

One of the key highlights on the BirdDog stand this year is the ISE debut of PLAY Pro – a product that directly addresses a challenge we see regularly in IP video systems: reliably getting NDI® video onto a screen, without complexity.

PLAY Pro is designed for use cases such as:

• Camera and return feeds

• Confidence monitoring

• Displays located away from the main switcher

• Permanent AV installations

For integrators and operators, the appeal is immediate. PLAY Pro is powered via PoE, requires minimal configuration, and connects directly to a display—making it one of the most straightforward NDI decoding solutions available.

Built for Installed AV & Broadcast Environments

From an integration standpoint, PLAY Pro has clearly been designed with long-term deployment in mind.

Built around a next-generation processor, it is smaller, quieter, and better suited to fixed installations than previous solutions. Its rugged metal enclosure and included VESA mount allow it to be discreetly installed behind a display, keeping racks clean and installations tidy.

This makes PLAY Pro a strong fit for control rooms, corporate AV, education, live events, and broadcast environments where reliability and low maintenance are critical.

Fast Switching, NDI KVM, and Real-World Workflow Gains

Beyond simple decoding, PLAY Pro introduces features that add genuine workflow value.

With fast source switching and NDI KVM support, operators can instantly change sources and even control remote computers using a keyboard and mouse over IP. For distributed production and modern IP-based systems, this reduces hardware requirements while increasing flexibility.

Key Technical Capabilities at a Glance

• NDI® and NDI HX3 decoding

• Up to UHD 4Kp60 support

• Low-latency, high-quality video

• Designed for continuous, always-on operation

In short, it’s a decoding solution built for mission-critical environments—exactly the type of systems Altered Images deploys alongside BirdDog technology.

Visit BirdDog at ISE 2026

As BirdDog’s partner, Altered Images is excited to see these latest developments unveiled at ISE 2026. PLAY Pro represents a meaningful step forward for IP video workflows, reinforcing why BirdDog continues to be a key part of the solutions we recommend and implement.