Osprey OG-3G-2E Dual Channel 3G SDI Encoder OpenGear Card

The Osprey OG 3G 2E Dual Channel 3G SDI Encoder OpenGear Card delivers high performance H.264 and H.265 encoding in a compact and efficient openGear form factor. Supporting dual 3G SDI inputs with embedded audio, the card enables real time encoding up to 1080p60 for broadcast, streaming, and signal transport workflows. Designed for openGear frame environments, it integrates seamlessly into studio racks, OB trucks, live event rigs, and contribution systems.

This encoder offers advanced video processing features such as scaling, frame rate conversion, HDR HLG support, and deinterlacing to maintain optimal image quality across a wide range of input formats. With support for RTMP, RTMPS, UDP, RTP, RTSP, Zixi, SRT, and WHIP, the OG 3G 2E card provides exceptional transport flexibility for distribution, contribution, and CDN workflows. Professional metadata handling including SCTE 104 to SCTE 35 and embedded timecode ensures compatibility with broadcast insertion and automation systems.

The unit features robust security, remote firmware updates, a JSON REST API, and secure HTTPS management for enterprise and broadcast deployment. A dual port Ethernet interface supports both standard GigE and openGear frame controller networking. With optional NVME archiving, fanless operation, and a wide operating temperature range from minus 20 C to 60 C, the OG 3G 2E Encoder is engineered for dependable 24/7 use in mission critical environments.

Key Features

• Dual 3G SDI encoding: Supports dual channel SDI encoding up to 1080p60 with embedded 16 channel audio.
• Advanced video compression: Encodes in H.264 AVC or H.265 HEVC with bitrates up to 100 Mbps.
• Flexible streaming transports: Compatible with RTMP, RTMPS, UDP, RTP, RTSP, Zixi, SRT, and WHIP for broad workflow integration.
• Professional broadcast metadata: Supports SCTE 104 to SCTE 35 translation, SMPTE timecode, and CEA 708 closed captions.
• Built in video processing: Upscaling, downscaling, frame rate conversion, and deinterlacing for optimized output.
• Enterprise management tools: HTTPS management, JSON REST API, password protection, enhanced security, and Open VPN client.
• OpenGear ready design: Fits OGX FR, OG 3 FR, and DFR8321 frames with fanless, low noise operation.

Technical Specifications

• Video Inputs: 2 x 3G SDI dual channel encoding up to 1080p60
• Audio Inputs: Embedded SDI audio, 16 channels per input 8 stereo pairs
• I/O Connections: HD BNC for SDI, Ethernet 1 via RJ45, Ethernet 2 via openGear frame
• Encoding Video Formats: PAL 576i, NTSC 480i, 720p 23.98 to 60, 1080i 59.94 to 60, 1080p 23.98 to 60
• Color: Up to 10 bit 4:2:2, REC 709, REC 2020, HDR HLG
• Streaming Transports: RTMP, RTMPS, UDP, RTP, RTSP, Zixi, SRT, WHIP
• Video Processing: Upscale, downscale, frame rate conversion, deinterlacing
• Video Compression: H.264 AVC, H.265 HEVC
• Encoding Control: Bitrate up to 100 Mbps, VBR or CBR
• Audio Compression: AAC LC
• Audio Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
• Audio Bitrate: 64 kbps to 512 kbps
• Video Archiving: NVME drive not included, network storage through frame
• Software Features: Timecode SMPTE12M 2, SCTE104 to SCTE35, security tools, remote firmware updates, NTP, JSON REST API, password protection, CEA 708 captions, SMPTE 2038, HTTPS management, Open VPN, white list or firewall access
• Hardware Features: Fanless operation, locking power via frame, status LEDs
• Dual GigE Ethernet: Port 1 GigE RJ45, Port 2 GigE via openGear frame controller
• Mechanical: Operating temp minus 20 C to 60 C, power 12 V at 13 W max