AJA Unveils OG-FiDO-4 OpenGear Cards For Four-Channel SDI/Fibre Conversion

AJA Video Systems has introduced OG-FiDO-4, a new family of openGear-compatible cards that provide four channels of conversion between 12G-/3G-SDI and fibre. Spanning nine models, the OG-FiDO-4 range supports reliable, uncompressed SDI transport over LC fibre and integrates with DashBoard software for centralised monitoring. The technology will be showcased at IBC in Amsterdam from 11–14 September at the RAI, stand 7.B25.

"At a time when multicamera setups are growing in size and complexity across broadcast, live production, and proAV environments, extending SDI infrastructure over fiber has never mattered more. The OG-FiDO-4 family delivers practical, cost-efficient solutions with the channel density, signal integrity, and dependability that mission-critical environments demand," said AJA President Nick Rashby.

Key OG-FiDO-4 highlights:
- Nine models, covering the base card plus AJA Fiber SFP options across 12G-SDI and 3G-SDI, with single-mode and multi-mode variants
- Independent, isolated SDI-BNC connectors so different data rates can run concurrently
- Integrated rear I/O card enabling high-density transport — up to 40 channels in a single openGear frame
- DashBoard software support on Windows and macOS for streamlined installation, configuration, monitoring, and service updates
- HDR support and pass-through of SDI metadata
- Input Present and Input SMPTE Lock LEDs
- Automatic data-rate detection and reclocking
- Compatibility with current AJA FIBERLC TX and RX SFP Modules, and the OG-X-FR and OG-3-FR openGear frames
- Hot-swappable design
- Maximum power draw of 8 watts
- Five-year warranty with access to AJA's technical support

Pricing and availability
The OG-FiDO-4 family will be available soon via AJA's reseller network, with US MSRP starting at $2,295 and $2,695. For the full model list, specifications, and pricing, visit www.aja.com/products/og-fido-4.

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