AJA Bridge NDI 3G 3G-SDI to ND/NDI to 3G-SDI Converter
The Bridge NDI 3G Converter from AJA provides high-capacity 3G-SDI to NDI and NDI to 3G-SDI conversion in a compact 1 RU form. Designed to fit into your existing SDI or NDI workflow, this plug-and-play converter is ideal for broadcast, security, sports, entertainment, and other AV applications.
Converter features include support for up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 10-bit video, 16 x 3G-SDI input/output ports, two x 10 GigE RJ45 input/output ports, support for up to 16-channel embedded audio, and both local and remote control.
Key Features
- 3G-SDI to NDI & NDI to 3G-SDI Conversion
- Supports 16-Ch 1080p or 4-Ch DCI 4K60
- 16 x 3G-SDI (BNC) Inputs/Outputs
- 2 x 10 GigE RJ45 Input/Output/Control
- NDI Input/Output & NDI HX Input
- Select 8-/16-Bit, 4:2:2 NDI Encoding
- Video & Key Support
- 16-Channel Audio Support
- Dual, Redundant Power Supplies
- Turnkey, 1 RU Rackmount Form
3G-SDI to NDI & NDI to 3G-SDI Conversion
- Bidirectional encoding/decoding from SDI to NDI or NDI to SDI
- Combination of HD or DCI 4K/UHD 4K video
Applications
Use for broadcasting, eSports, entertainment venues and other facilities and security and surveillance
3G-SDI Input & Output
- Supports up to 16 channels of 3G-SDI up to 1080p60 HD
- Supports up to 4 channels of DCI or UHD 4K60
- Selectable square division or 2SI 4K
Selectable NDI Profiles
Choose between 8-bit and 16-bit, 4:2:2 NDI encoding profiles
16-Channel Audio
- SDI and ND embedded audio input and output
- Supports 2, 8, or 16 channels of embedded audio
Flexible Operation
- HD Input/Output
- Use all HD channels for SDI to NDI encoding or NDI to SDI decoding
- HD Video and Key I/O
- V+K (video and key) grouping enables dual V+K HD SDI signals to be combined and encoded into a single NDI output with an alpha channel
- Single NDI inputs with an alpha channel can be decoded and output as dual V+K SDI signals
- Simultaneous Encoding and Decoding
- Encodes SDI to NDI and decodes NDI to SDI simultaneously
- Offers a gateway conversion for easily connecting SDI and NDI work areas
All Encoding Modes
Accepts up to 16 incoming HD video signals via 3G-SDI and applies NDI encoding to each channel, enabling up to 16 individual HD NDI channels to be output via 10 GigE.
The same 16 channels of 3G-SDI can also be used to enable:
- Eight dual-channel video and key groups to NDI outputs
- Four quad or dual-channel DCI 4K/UHD 4K groups to NDI outputs
When configured for encoding all incoming SDI inputs to NDI outputs, supports:
Simultaneous 3G-SDI inputs:
- 16 x simultaneous channels up to 60p YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
Simultaneous encoding for individual 1080p channels:
- 16 x simultaneous channels up to 60p
Simultaneous encoding for 1080p video and key pairs:
- 8 x simultaneous channels up to 60p
Simultaneous encoding for DCI 4K/UHD 4K groups:
- 4 x simultaneous channels up to 60p
Supported encoded output via 10 GigE:
- NDI UYVY, 4:2:2, 8-bit, or P216, 4:2:2, 16-bit
All Decoding Modes
Decodes all incoming NDI signals input via the 10 GigE ports directly to the SDI outputs.
Decodes up to 16 x NDI or NDI HX inputs to uncompressed HD video for output via 16x 3G-SDI outputs.
Decodes up to 8 x NDI streams and an alpha channel for conversion and output as 8 x dual 3G-SDI HD video and key channels.
When decoding up to 4x 4K/UltraHD NDI streams, the 16 x connections can support either square division or 2SI for SDI output.
Simultaneous NDI/NDI HX Inputs:
- 4, 8, or 16 x simultaneous channels up to 60p, UYVY, 4:2:2, 8-bit
Simultaneous 1080p decoding:
- 16 x simultaneous channels up to 60p
Simultaneous 1080p video and key pairs decoding:
- 8 x simultaneous channels up to 60p
Simultaneous DCI 4K/UHD DK decoding:
- 4 x simultaneous channels up to 60p
Supported decoding output via dual 10 GigE ports:
- YCbCr 4:2:2 10-bit
Encoding/Decoding Combos
Provides up to 8-channel combinations of SDI to NDI encoding and NDI to SDI decoding and SDI to NDI encoding in each direction.
Remote or Local Control
- Control locally using a mouse and keyboard with a VGA-compatible monitor
- Remote access for easy control via the same intuitive UI
Monitoring
Confidence monitoring via BNC or VGA video output
AJA Bridge NDI Specs
| Shared Input/Output Connectors | 16 x BNC (3G-SDI / HD-SDI / SD-SDI) |
Input
| Input Video Format | RJ45 (8-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) DCI 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps UHD 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) DCI 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps UHD 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps |
| Audio Input Connectors | None |
| Embedded Audio Input | RJ45: 16-Channel (per Input) SDI: 16-Channel (per Input) |
Output
| Video Output Connectors | 1 x DE-15/DB-15 (VGA) (Monitor) |
| Output Video Format | RJ45 (16-Bit 4:2:2 P216) DCI 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps UHD 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps RJ45 (8-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) DCI 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps UHD 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) DCI 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps UHD 4K: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps |
| Audio Output Connectors | None |
| Output Audio Format | USB Audio |
| Embedded Audio Output | RJ45: 16-Channel (per Output) SDI: 16-Channel (per Output) |
Standards
| Video Standard Compliance | SMPTE 292M/424M |
| HDR Compatibility | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
Connectivity
| Other I/O | 1 x RJ45 NDI Input/Output 1 x RJ45 Control Input/Output |
| Expansion Slots | None |
IP Streaming
| Video IP Encoding | NDI: 1920 x 1080 to 4096 x 2160 at 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 30p, 50i, 50p, 59.94i, 59.94p, 60p (150 to 250 Mb/s) NDI: 1920 x 1080 at 50i, 59.94i (150 to 250 Mb/s) NDI: 1280 x 720 at 50p, 59.94p, 60p (150 to 250 Mb/s) |
| Video IP Decoding | NDI: 1920 x 1080 to 4096 x 2160 at 23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p, 30p, 50p, 59.94p, 60p NDI: 1920 x 1080 at 50i, 59.94i (150 to 250 Mb/s) NDI: 1280 x 720 at 50p, 59.94p, 60p (150 to 250 Mb/s) |
Power
| Power Connector | 2 x IEC C14 (100 to 240 VDC) Input |
| Power Consumption | Device: 190 W |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 140°F / -40 to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity | 8 to 90% (Non-Condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 5 to 95%(Non-Condensing) |
General
| Certifications | CAN ICES-3(A), CE, FCC, as per Manufacturer |
| Dimensions | 17.2 x 16.9 x 1.7" / 43.7 x 42.9 x 4.3 cm |
| Weight | 18.1 lb / 8.2 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 27.34 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 25.9 x 23 x 8.1" |
In the Box
- AJA Bridge NDI 3G 3G-SDI to ND/NDI to 3G-SDI Converter
- 2 x North American AC Power Cord
- 18 x BNC Adapter Cable
- USB Sound Card
- Limited 3-Year Warranty
