BirdDog OG4

9,295.00 Excl. VAT

  • 4 x 12G-SDI Inputs/Outputs
  • Independently Configurable Ports
  • SFP+ Port
  • Full NDI Encoding and Decoding

Available on backorder

Estimated delivery: October 27, 2026 – November 6, 2026
SKU: BDOG4 Categories: ,
Description

OG4. The World’s First NDI® openGear card.

Delivering four independently configurable 12G SDI channels with breathtaking 4Kp60 performance, the OG4 is built for seamless, high-speed integration into professional workflows. 

The BirdDog OG4 is your game-changing tool for dynamic, versatile, and high-performance video production. 

openGear oGx Frame Compatible.

OG4 is fully compatible with the 4th generation of the openGear® platform, oGx. openGear is an open-architecture and modular 2RU rack frame system that allows for OG’s from various manufacturers to live together in the same frame in total harmony. 

Professional Cooling. Professional Power.

openGear frames include integrated cooling fans to provide maximum cooling for all cards and can be configured with dual, redundant power supplies for maximum reliability and uptime.

Independent Channel Control.

Each channel has independent control of frame rates and resolutions so you can mix and match. Set channel 1 to 4Kp60 and channel 2 to 1080i50. Card must be set to Encode or Decode.

Additional information
Weight0.096 kg
Dimensions33.5 × 7.5 × 2.4 cm
System Requirements3rd Gen openGear oGx modular frame. For 1Gb Ethernet operation, the frame requires either an OG3-N or OG3-NS controller card installed. The 8322-S controller card does not provide external 1 Gb Ethernet connectivity. Both the Ross Dashboard and BirdDog WebUI interfaces must run on a computer that has a physical wired Ethernet connection. Wireless connections do not allow device discovery.
OpenGear Frame SupportRequires oGx frame, the 4th generation of the openGear platform.
Supported Video FormatsUHD 3840x2160p 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
Video I/O ConnectivityUHD 3840x2160p 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
Audio InputSDI 2-ch Per SDI connector
Audio OutputSDI 2-ch Per SDI connector
Network ConnectivityOpenGEAR Network Port (Integrated in Chassis backplane) 1 x 1Gbps SFP+ Network Port 1 x 10Gbps optional module, Optical 10GbE
Control SupportSystem management and control On-device WebUI, Published RESTful API, Q-Sys plugin, Crestron, Zoom, openGear Dashboard control system Health monitoring On-device WebUI
About brand
BirdDog is a video technology company focused on making professional production faster, simpler, and more flexible. Its products help creators capture, manage, convert, and distribute high-quality video across networks, reducing the need for complicated traditional cabling. The company is particularly associated with network-based video workflows, including cameras, converters, controllers, and software designed for live production, broadcasting, education, corporate communication, worship, and events. A key strength of BirdDog is its emphasis on connected workflows. By allowing video, audio, control, and other production data to travel over standard networks, BirdDog solutions can support remote teams, multicamera setups, and productions spread across different rooms or locations. This approach can make systems easier to expand while giving operators greater freedom in how equipment is positioned and controlled. BirdDog also aims to make professional tools approachable. Its cameras often combine strong image quality, remote movement, zoom capabilities, and centralized control, helping small teams produce polished results. Meanwhile, its software and hardware tools connect different parts of a production environment. Overall, BirdDog serves organizations that want reliable, scalable video systems without unnecessary complexity. Its technology reflects the broader shift toward networked, software-driven production, where flexibility, speed, and collaboration are increasingly important for modern creators and teams.