MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems has begun shipping its openGear solutions, condensing the features and functionality of its hardware products into modular cards. These solutions enable high-density fiber-optic applications for the openGear community, including PTZ camera extension and the conversion of digital cinema cameras for broadcast workflows.
Among the new solutions is HoneyBadger OG, which streamlines the power and performance of MultiDyne’s existing x4RU Control Room unit into a compact 2RU openGear frame. HoneyBadger OG’s space-saving form factor opens new opportunities to leverage MultiDyne’s fiber transport technology for production environments, trucks, control rooms, and studios. It supports 12G throughput, IP connectivity over single-mode fiber, and the ability to manage eight camera feeds and SDI return channels.
MultiDyne will also introduce openGear modules for its SilverBack Series of 4K/8K fiber camera adapters, designed to integrate digital cinema cameras into SMPTE studio workflows. The SilverBack OG modules will be particularly valuable for live multi-camera productions in entertainment, sports, and houses of worship, where space-efficient fiber processing is required for trucks and small control rooms.
Additionally, MultiDyne will roll out openGear modules for its VB Series (VersaBrix), aimed at POV and PTZ camera extension in live productions. The VB Series OG modules can process up to four 12G-SDI signals while managing all ancillary camera signals, including timecode, sync, and control. The VB Series offers a configurable platform, allowing users to customize I/O counts for video, audio, data, and Ethernet transport.
The openGear platform is an open-architecture, modular frame system, enabling users to select features, performance, and budget options tailored to their needs. Through the DashBoard control system, users gain cross-compatibility across multiple openGear vendors.
MultiDyne’s openGear solutions eliminate bulky hardware in tight spaces while maintaining full support for critical production signals, including bi- and tri-level sync, timecode, tally, 12G-SDI, 1GbE, serial data, MADI, AES, and analog audio. By integrating these space-efficient, high-performance solutions, MultiDyne expands the versatility of its camera-dockable SilverBack and high-density HoneyBadger product lines.