What You Need For An NDI Production

On today's Videoguys Live, hosted by James, you'll discover the key components and techniques you need to know for a seamless NDI (Network Device Interface) production workflow. Say goodbye to complex cabling and hardware as James guides you through building your NDI infrastructure, optimizing your network, selecting the right software applications, and streamlining your workflow. From NDI-enabled cameras to network configuration and real-world examples, James provides valuable insights to help you harness the power of NDI for remote production, multi-camera setups, and real-time collaboration. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about elevating your video production game with NDI.
What is NDI?
NDI is a network protocol that enables audio, video, and metadata signals to be sent over standard networks in real-time.​
Epiphan Pearl 2 🞂 tinyurl.com/mv6t8n7j
Pearl-2™ brings the pro features and processing power required for the most demanding live events including 4K streaming and recording, live switching, NDI support, and chroma keying.
Epiphan Pearl Mini 🞂 tinyurl.com/3s9w8abj
Record, stream, and switch up to three full HD video inputs from HDMI™, SDI, and USB sources with Pearl Mini™. Use the giant touch screen or web-based interface, or access and operate the system from anywhere in the world with Epiphan Cloud.
JVC KM-IP8 CONNECTED CAM vMix Studio Switcher 🞂 tinyurl.com/2p8htty7
8-NDI Input Studio Switcher Powered By vMix (up to 1080p60)
NewTek TriCasters 🞂 tinyurl.com/3nbtjpun
Powerful and affordable tools. NewTek TriCaster systems put an entire suite of media production capabilities at your fingertips. You can make anything from keynote presentations and webcasts to online training and sporting events look amazing with quality, consistency and efficiency.
Telestream Wirecast Gear 4K 🞂 tinyurl.com/y7m5mmpb
Wirecast Gear gives you an easy to use, fully configured live video streaming production system. Start streaming in minutes with an end-to-end system configured specifically for your needs. With Wirecast Pro included alongside Gear's custom-designed hardware, it's a live event production switcher, live news production system, Facebook Live switcher and KZbin Live switcher - all in one box.
Telestream Wirecast 🞂 tinyurl.com/3w99a2dh
Wirecast professional live video streaming and production studio software lets you create high-quality live-streaming video in minutes, great for KZbin live streaming, live sports streaming, Facebook live streaming, and so much more.
NETGEAR M4250 Series Network Switches 🞂 tinyurl.com/4zvdd4ck
Introducing the NETGEAR AV Line of M4250 Switches, developed and engineered for audio/video professionals with dedicated service and support. M4250 has been built from the ground up for the growing AV over IP market
PTZ Cameras 🞂 tinyurl.com/y9ht8p6b
-PAN. TILT. ZOOM.​
-A robotic video camera controlled by a remote operator ​
-Easy, automated production workflow with other software technologies for recording and live streaming directly to content delivery networks like Facebook and KZbin.​
PTZ Controllers 🞂 tinyurl.com/t85vfes9
-Add a controller for easy and precise control of your cameras​​
-Use one camera to set up multiple angles​​
-Set presets for common movements​​
00:00 Intro
01:26 What Cable Is Right For Me
03:52 What is NDI
04:52 Our NDI Workflow
07:58 Hardware vs Software
09:24 NETGEAR M4250 Switches
12:38 Terms to Know
16:02 PTZ Cameras
18:20 NDI vs NDI|HX
19:58 PTZ Controllers
20:55 NDI Converters
23:48 NDI Tools
27:47 Warp Up
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[@64dr64d]

Great overview. Thanks heaps.

[@leonardoaleixo3133]

hello... For the camera to appear in OBS's NDI sources, is it necessary to enable NDI in the camera software previously, or is it already enabled automatically?

[@slashghero]

There’s also HDMI optical cables that you can use for long distances..

[@OVHS]

Unfortunately you cannot run them over 300ft, you also cannot run tally, or even comms with Fiber HDMI. You are severely more limited with HDMI than you are with NDI.

[@SouthwestVAOutdoors]

do you guys have a video on a step by step setup of introducing NDI to an existing network

[@Videoguys]

We do not have a video dedicated to doing that. There are a lot of variables that would change the recommendations. I would say if you are looking for help with a specific setup, give us a call at [phone] or send us an email at [e-mail] and we would be more then happy to help with updating your current setup by adding NDI.

[@marcuscjones]

Curious what cameras they use for these video. Doesn't give me much confidence in what I would get if I went into Tricaster and their cameras.

[@brendangooden3194]

We are trying to get live streaming to screens in the same building, any tips on reducing total latency when going via NDI > POE switch > PC (with GTX 1650 graphics) but still getting at least half a second of latency?

[@Videoguys]

To reduce latency I would suggest Using a full Bandwidth NDI Decoder. Depending on the convertor you are using it may be NDI HX and Full bandwidth compatible, if that is the case youll want to set it to Full Bandwidth NDI. The other option you could use is Studio Monitor from NDI Tools. that also has relatively low latency.

[@sphchurch]

Could you use a Ubiquiti switch instead of netgear?

[@Videoguys]

It should, we haven't tested it. We will always stand by Netgears Pro AV Line of Network Switches as the best switch to use in an NDI workflow.

[@roberthecht313]

can I use my Blackmagic Atem Mini Extreme switcher in the NDI network?

[@Videoguys]

Hello, unfortunately we do not carry Blackmagic so we are unfamiliar with the Atem Minis and their capabilities

[@roberthecht313]

Thanks for your quick reply...much appreciated. I'm giving serious thought to moving to NDI. I'll do some checking with Blackmagic to see what they have to say on the issue. I can let you know what they have to say if it would be helpful? What device are you using for a switcher?@@Videoguys

[@Videoguys]

@@roberthecht313 In our studio we are using a TriCaster 1 Pro to switch and encode our shows.

[@tomrberg]

@@roberthecht313 You probably have the answer already, but the ATEM Minis as of this date - february 2024, does not support NDI directly. You have to send its signal into something that can output NDI.