Core Capabilities

🎥 High-Performance Video System

1080p HD Streaming

  • Real-time H.264 hardware encoding
  • 30fps smooth video at 1080p resolution
  • WebRTC or HTTP streaming options
  • Adaptive bitrate for varying network conditions

160° Fisheye Lens

  • Ultra-wide field of view captures the entire nest interior
  • OV5647 camera sensor with excellent low-light performance
  • Professional-grade imaging for bird watching

Night Vision

  • Integrated IR LEDs for invisible illumination
  • IR cut filter automatically switches for day/night operation
  • Clear monitoring 24/7 without disturbing the birds

🔋 Smart Power Management

Motion-Activated Wake

  • PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor detects bird movement
  • Device stays in deep sleep until motion detected
  • Ultra-low power consumption extends battery life

Optimized Sleep Modes

  • Deep sleep draws <3mA (target)
  • Wake-on-demand architecture
  • Perfect for solar-powered or battery installations

Flexible Power Options

  • USB-C power input
  • Battery operation support
  • Solar panel compatible (with appropriate regulator)

📡 Modern Connectivity

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

  • Latest wireless standard via ESP32-C6
  • Better range and reliability
  • 2.4GHz for long-distance outdoor use

Bluetooth 5 / BLE

  • Easy setup and configuration
  • Mobile app pairing (planned)
  • Status monitoring without Wi-Fi

💾 Local Storage & Recording

SD Card Support

  • Store recordings locally on microSD
  • No cloud required - your data stays yours
  • SDIO 3.0 interface for fast writes

Recording Features (Planned)

  • Motion-triggered recording
  • Scheduled recording windows
  • Time-lapse creation
  • Automatic old file cleanup

🛠️ Flexible Purchase Options

Choose Your Level

  • Premium Complete System - Ready-to-install bird box with integrated camera
  • Smart Camera Module - Add intelligence to your existing bird box
  • DIY Build - Community Edition open-source firmware for component-level builds (Q3 2026)

For Developers

  • Community Edition firmware will be open-sourced (currently in development)
  • Hardware schematics planned for release
  • CMake build system
  • ESP-IDF v6.0+ framework
  • Premium features available commercially

Extensible Platform

  • 27 GPIO pins available on 40-pin header
  • I2C, I2S, USB interfaces exposed
  • Add your own sensors and features
  • Well-documented API (coming soon)

Development Tools

  • USB programming and debugging
  • Serial console access
  • Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) document design choices
  • Active development community

Technical Specifications

Component Specification
Processor ESP32-P4 (400MHz dual-core RISC-V)
Co-Processor ESP32-C6 (Wi-Fi 6 + BT5)
RAM 32MB PSRAM (stacked)
Flash 32MB NOR Flash
Camera OV5647, 1080p, 160° fisheye, IR
Storage microSD via SDIO 3.0
Connectivity Wi-Fi 6 (2.4GHz), Bluetooth 5, BLE
Motion Sensor HC-SR501 PIR
Video Encoding H.264 hardware @ 1080p 30fps
Power USB-C, battery, or solar compatible
GPIO 27 programmable pins
Interfaces MIPI-CSI, MIPI-DSI, I2C, I2S, USB 2.0

Use Cases

🏡 Home Bird Watching

Monitor bird boxes in your garden without disturbing the birds. Get alerts when birds visit and record memorable moments.

🔬 Research & Education

Perfect for schools and researchers studying bird behavior. Record nesting patterns, feeding times, and chick development.

🌍 Conservation Projects

Track endangered species, monitor nesting success, and contribute data to conservation efforts.

🎨 Nature Photography

Capture amazing footage for documentaries, time-lapses, or simply sharing with fellow enthusiasts.

Coming Soon

  • 📱 Mobile App - iOS and Android apps for easy monitoring
  • 🤖 AI Detection - Automatic bird species recognition
  • 🌡️ Environmental Sensors - Temperature, humidity monitoring
  • 🔔 Smart Alerts - Notifications for activity patterns
  • 🌐 Web Dashboard - Browser-based monitoring and configuration
  • 🎮 Pan/Tilt - Optional motorized camera positioning
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