OG-UDC

OG-UDC

3G-SDI Up, Down, Cross-Converter

Mini-Matrix App

$879 US MSRP*

* Pricing is for US only. International pricing will vary.

Overview

OG-UDC is an openGear 10-bit broadcast quality up, down, cross-converter that bridges HD and SD video resolutions. The OG-UDC provides 3G-SDI input and output, HDMI output and two 3-pin terminal block connectors for analog audio outputs.

Designed for use in high density openGear 2RU frames including AJA’s OG-X-FR frame, DashBoard software support on Windows®, macOS® and Linux® offers remote control and monitoring of the openGear architecture and provides convenient and industry standard configuration, monitoring and control options over a PC or local network.

Features

  • openGear compatible card
  • Converts between SD, HD, and 3G HD formats
  • Very high quality conversions
  • Loss of Input management: Freeze, Black, or Mute
  • Supports 1080p50/60
  • 16-channel embedded SDI audio input and output
  • 2x 3-Pin Terminal Block connectors (included)
  • Reference Input
  • Remote configuration through DashBoard Control System for an openGear frame
  • Local configuration through DIP Switches
  • Rear I/O card included
  • Compatible with OG-X-FR, OG-3-FR and DFR-8321 openGear frames
  • Five year warranty

NOTE:
OG-UDC supports 3G-SDI Level A only. 3G-SDI Level B is not supported. 
OG-UDC passes-through embedded audio ancillary data only.  It does not pass through other types of embedded ancillary data.

AJA Hardware Conversion Technology

AJA's powerful hardware conversion technology ensures the highest image quality for your productions. Key conversion features include:

  • SD/HD up/down-conversion
  • SD/SD aspect ratio conversion
  • HD/HD cross-conversion (720p/1080i)
  • Up/down/cross-conversion with both the input and converted formats on SD/HD SDI outputs (both synchronized)

OG-UDC can up or down-convert between SD, HD, and 3G HD (1080p50/60), and cross-convert between HD formats including 3G HD. 

openGear Compatibility

The openGear standard ensures that AJA cards will be compatible with other openGear products from certified openGear partners. With a growing list of products, openGear is the future of rackframe products.

Flexible I/O

The modular rear panel allows custom I/O connections per card (included with individual cards).

Failsafe

The optional redundant power supply provides a secondary power source in the event of a primary power failure.

Ethernet Access

A standard Ethernet connection allows the frame to be accessed via the Ross Dashboard application for overall frame communication. Optional per-card Ethernet access can be installed in the frame for advanced communication with compatible openGear cards.

More Info

DashBoard Software

Ross DashBoard software offers quick and convenient configuration and control of openGear cards on macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Industry Leading Support

AJA’s technical support is recognized as among the best in the industry and is available to all AJA customers. If you need assistance with any aspect of your openGear installation, configuration, operation or encounter any technical issue, AJA Support will work with you to get up and running.

openGear products are covered by a generous five year warranty.  Please see the individual Product’s Manual for additional specifics around warranty conditions for the product itself.


Tech Specs


Video Formats

  • (HD) 1920 x 1080p
  • (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF
  • (HD) 1920 x 1080i
  • (HD) 1280 x 720p
  • (SD) 720 x 625i
  • (SD) 720 x 576i
  • (SD) 720 x 480i

Video Input Digital

  • 1x 3G-SDI BNC, SMPTE-259/292/372/424
  • (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
  • (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
  • (HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
  • (HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94, 60
  • (SD) 720 x 576i 50, 59.94, 60

Video Output Digital

  • 1x 3G-SDI BNC, SMPTE-259/292/372/424
    • (HD) 1080p 23.98 (for 23.98 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080p 24 (for 24 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080p 25 (for 50 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080p 29.97 (for 59.94 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080p 30 (for 60 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080p 50 (for 50 video inputs) 
    • (HD) 1080p 59.94 (for 23.98, 59.94 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080p 60 (for 24, 30 or 60 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080PsF 23.98 (for 23.98 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080PsF 24 (for 24 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080PsF 25 (for 50 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080PsF 29.97 (for 59.94 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080Psf 30 (for 30 or 60 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080i 59.94 (for 23.98, or 59.94 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080i 60 (for 24, 30, or 60 video inputs)
    • (HD) 1080i 50 (for 25 or 50 video inputs)
    • (HD) 720p 50 (for 50 video inputs)
    • (HD) 720p 59.94 (for 23.98, 59.94 video inputs)
    • (HD) 720p 60 (for 24, 30, or 60 video inputs)
    • (SD) 625i 50 (for 25 or 50 fps video inputs)
    • (SD) 525i 59.94 (for 23.98 or 59.94 video inputs)

Reference Source

  • Free Run
  • Ext Ref

Reference Input

  • Supported reference video inputs include
    • 1080i tri-level sync
    • 1080p tri-level sync
    • 720p tri-level sync
    • 625i Color Black
    • 525i Color Black
  • 75-ohm terminating

HDMI Output

  • 10-bit HDMI v1.4a

Audio I/O

  • 16-channel embedded SDI audio input
  • 16-channel embedded SDI audio output
  • 8-channel HDMI audio output
  • Balanced analog audio outputs, 2x 3-Pin terminal block connectors

Ancillary Data

  • Supports pass-through of PCM embedded audio       
  • Supports pass-through of non-PCM audio when source is in time with the selected ref (SDI In or Ext Ref).  Non-PCM audio is not supported during frame sync operation.
  • All other ANC data is stripped

User Controls

  •  External DIP switch
  • openGear DashBoard network control software via Windows, macOS or Linux

Size (w x d x h)

  • openGear standard form factor, front slot and rear card. Two slots required for each card.

Weight

  • 0.5 lb (0.3 kg)

Power

  • openGear frame compatible, 7.0 watts max per card

Environment

  • Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
  • Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
  • Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
  • Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)


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