Overview

The AJA OG-DANTE-12GAM is an openGear, Dante/AES67/2110-30/RAVENNA AoIP audio embedder/disembedder, with dual 12G-SDI input and outputs providing up to 32-channels of audio embedding and 32-channels of disembedding simultaneously, with a total I/O capability of 64-channels. OG-DANTE-12GAM provides the bridge between SDI and audio over IP (AoIP) infrastructures.

Dante audio and other IP Audio standards provide digital audio distribution over local and wide-area networks with low latency, using off-the-shelf network infrastructure. This offers many advantages over analog, AES, and MADI, including audio system scalability, ease of installation, and simplified wiring.

A fully populated AJA OG-X-FR openGear frame with ten OG-DANTE-12GAM cards provides an incredible 640-channels of audio bridging in a slim 2RU rack-mountable form factor.

Features

• 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

HDR Pass-Through Support

HDR or High Dynamic Range, provides the ability to display a wider and richer range of colors, much brighter whites, and much deeper, darker blacks than SDR or Standard Dynamic Range signals allow. This gives your imagery a more ‘dynamic’ look and allows for natural true to life colors to be communicated to your audience.

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 standard for professional rackframe solutions.

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 software application for overall frame communication. Optional per-card Ethernet access can be installed in the frame for advanced communication with compatible openGear cards.

Ross DashBoard Software

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

AJA Mini-Matrix

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.

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 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.

Specification

Video Formats

• (4K) 4096x2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (UltraHD) 3840x2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (2K) 2048x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920x1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920x1080i 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1280x720p 50, 59.94, 60*
• (SD) 625i 50
• (SD) 525i 59.94
• RGB and YCbCr, 4:4:4/4:2:2, 10-bit

Note: Raster and frame rate dependent, please see OG-Dante-12GAM Video Formats in Documents and Manual.

Video Input Digital

• 2-channel independent 12G-SDI BNC connectors, SMPTE 259/292/424/2081/2082
• Single Link SD/HD/2K/UltraHD/4K

Video Output Digital

• 2-channel independent 12G-SDI BNC connectors, SMPTE 259/292/424/2081/2082
• Single Link SD/HD/2K/UltraHD/4K

Internal Signal Generator

• 2x independent internal signal generators

Cable Equalization

• (Belden 1694A coax)
• 12 Gbps, 65m
• 6 Gbps, 120m
• 3 Gbps, 180m
• 1.5 Gbps, 200m
• 270 Mbps, 405m

Video Path Delay

Video Out is a delayed, reclocked version of Video In, at the same format and frame rate. Video Out is undefined when no input.

• Video Latency, time measured between video input and video output connector:
  
  • 12G = 3.2 µsec
  • 6G = 3.2 µsec
  • 3G level B-DL = 6.3 µsec
  • 3G level A = 3.2 µsec
  • HD (1.5 Gb) = 6.3 µsec
  • SD (270 Mb) = 17.2 µsec

Audio Input Digital

• SDI: Two independent 12G-SDI BNC connectors, 16 embedded channels each
• Dante: 1x Primary Ethernet port and 1x Secondary Ethernet port, 32-channels

Audio Output Digital

• SDI: Two independent 12G-SDI BNC connectors, 16 embedded channels each
• Dante: 1x Primary and 1x Secondary Gigabit Ethernet ports, 32-channels

SDI Embedded Audio

• SMPTE 299M (12G/6G/3G/1.5G): 24-bit, 48 kHz synchronous
• SMPTE 272M (SD): 20-bit, 48 kHz synchronous
• Incoming embedded audio can be passed, removed, or overridden
• 4 groups (16-channels) of audio supported per SDI path

Note: 2048x1080p/PsF 29.97 and 30 formats support a maximum of 8-channels embedded audio.

Dante Audio

• Sample Rates: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz
• Encoding: PCM 16, PCM 24, PCM 32

Audio Latency

• Embed Path 1500 µsec
• Disembed Path 1410 µsec

User Interface

• openGear DashBoard network control software via Windows, macOS or Linux
• Dante Controller

Size

• 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, 15 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)