• Support for 12G/6G/3G-SDI audio embedding to and disembedding from the Dante audio ecosystem
• Dual, and independent 12G-SDI input and output ports, each supporting 16 audio channels, totaling 64-channels per card
• 1x Primary and 1x Secondary GigE ports for Dante network redundancy
• 64-channels of simultaneous SDI/Dante audio bridging per card
• 2x Internal Signal Generators which enables transmitting Dante audio channels over SDI without having an external SDI source signal
• Supports HDR pass-through
• Ross DashBoard software support for remote signal status and configuration
• Compatible with a range of Dante software from Audinate including Dante Controller for routing and configuration choices
• High density and compact form factor, enabling 10 cards to be utilized in a single openGear frame for up to 640-channels of SDI/Dante audio bridging
• Supported within OG-X-FR and OG-3-FR openGear frames
• Hot swap capable
• Five-year warranty

OG-DANTE-12GAM provides the bridge between SDI and Dante ecosystems. 

Watch this video for an introduction on the many benefits and advantages Dante audio over IP offers for embedding and disembedding to and from professional SDI workflows.

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In addition to Dante IP audio, the OG-DANTE-12GAM also supports AES67, which is an open standard for IP audio developed by the Audio Engineering Society (AES). Dante and AES67 work together by leveraging AES67's interoperability to allow Dante devices to communicate with other AES67-compliant systems, enhancing the flexibility and integration capabilities of audio networks, greatly expanding the Dante audio ecosystem.

This means you can integrate Dante systems with other IP audio systems that use AES67, such as RAVENNA, Livewire, and Q-LAN. To enable AES67 on Dante devices, you need to activate AES67 in Dante Controller software, which allows the Dante network to transmit and receive AES67 streams.

SMPTE ST 2110-30 is the SMPTE standard for transporting uncompressed audio over IP networks. The OG-DANTE-12GAM also supports SMPTE ST 2110-30 IP audio, which is a component of the broader SMPTE ST 2110 IP AV suite. The SMPTE ST 2110 standard includes video, audio, ancillary data, and more, transporting the highest quality video and audio IP data streams over robust IP networks, typically in broadcast environments. The DANTE-12GAM can interoperate with other ST 2110-30 compliant devices via the Dante Controller software.

The Dante audio network and the OG-DANTE-12GAM both support Precision Time Protocol version 2 (PTPv2), ensuring synchronization across Dante and SMPTE ST 2110 networks. With its support of SMPTE ST 2110-30, the DANTE-12GAM is a powerful bridge between Dante and SMPTE networks in professional audio and broadcast applications. 

OG-DANTE-12GAM bridges between SDI sources and destinations with embedded audio to/from the Dante audio ecosystem. It's your SDI/Dante AoIP Gateway.

• OG-DANTE-12GAM provides two 12G-SDI ports for input and two ports for outputs, providing single cable support of 4K/UltraHD/2K/HD/SD video material and up to 16-channels of embedded audio support per SDI connection. This enables 64-channels of SDI/Dante bridging simultaneously.
• Audio can be bridged, mapped and embedded from Dante sources into each SDI stream or disembedded from SDI and served to Dante destinations using Dante Controller software.
• Redundancy across the Primary and Secondary 1 GigE Ethernet connections in OG-DANTE-12GAM for Dante audio, provides security and peace of mind.
• The openGear format offers high density with up to 10 cards within each openGear frame.
  • This all adds up to 640-channels of audio bridging between SDI and Dante audio in a single rack frame, ideal for flykits, OB vans and facilities.
• The openGear OG-X-FR frame itself supports redundant power supplies, critical for live environments and constant up time.

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OG-DANTE-12GAM is your bridge between embedded SDI audio and Dante sources and destinations. With Dante Controller software, you can route sources and destinations wherever required across 1 GigE networks. 

Embed your DAW audio outputs into your video projects for mastering and more. Disembed your SDI program's audio content and deliver across the network to drive mixers, amplifiers and more in live venue contexts. 

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The OG-DANTE-12GAM provides two 12G-SDI inputs and two 12G-SDI outputs alongside Gigabit Primary and Secondary Ethernet ports. OG-DANTE-12GAM automatically detects and configures to the SDI input video standard. Simple user controls in Dashboard and Dante Controller allow channel enabling and mapping to and from SDI and DANTE.

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

Information on the complete line of AJA openGear frames and cards is now available in the Mini-Matrix. AJA products are extensive, and this resource helps you find the right converter for any situation, wherever you are. Individual products have links back to the main AJA website for more details.

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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 issues, 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 Manual for additional specifics regarding warranty conditions for the product itself.