Blackmagic Design Mini Converter | SDI to Analog

The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI to Analog is an innovative solution designed to bridge the gap between digital and analog video equipment. This advanced converter effectively transforms SD, HD, 3G, and 6G-SDI video signals into analog format. Whether you're working with HD/SD component, NTSC, or PAL video, this converter has got you covered. It also boasts a built-in down converter that allows Ultra HD sources to connect seamlessly to analog video in both SD and HD formats. Perfect for integrating equipment like Betacam SP, VHS, and various video monitors, the Mini Converter also de-embeds up to 4 channels of analog audio or 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio from any SDI connection. This feature ensures you can access the audio from any SDI video output effortlessly, making it ideal for professional audio mixers, broadcast decks, and more.

One standout feature of the Blackmagic Design Mini Converter is its user-friendly design combined with the latest 6G-SDI technology, allowing for automatic input video format detection and effortless switching between different video standards. Its compact and cost-effective design is easy to operate, with settings conveniently changed using mini switches and a handy pin settings diagram printed on the unit. This converter supports both embedded SDI and HDMI audio, offering flexibility with standard 1/4 inch audio jack connections. Additionally, it's equipped with redundant SDI inputs and re-clocked loop outputs, providing reliable performance in converting and embedding/de-embedding audio.

Ready for the future of broadcasting, the Mini Converter supports Ultra HD, offering four times the resolution of 1080p HD video output. This ensures you're prepared for advancements in video technology. Models also have bi-directional 6G-SDI to optical fiber conversion capabilities, allowing for signal transmission over distances up to 28 miles without signal degradation. Compatible with both Mac OS X and Windows, updating and configuring this device is simple with the included Converter Utility software.

Key Features

• Seamlessly converts SD, HD, 3G, and 6G-SDI video to analog
• Built-in down converter for Ultra HD sources
• De-embeds audio from any SDI connection
• Automatic input video format detection
• Supports Ultra HD with 3840 x 2160 resolution
• Standard 1/4 inch audio jack connections
• Redundant SDI inputs and re-clocked loop outputs
• Compact, easy-to-use design with mini switch settings
• Bi-directional 6G-SDI to optical fiber conversion
• Mac OS X and Windows compatible software updates

Specifications

• SDI Video Output: Switchable between SD, HD, and 3G-SDI
• Analog Audio: 4 channels with professional balanced analog audio
• AES/EBU Digital Audio: 8 channels with professional balanced digital audio
• SDI Redundant Input: Automatic switch-over on input loss
• Multi Rate Support: Auto-detection of HD/standard SDI inputs
• Updates & Configuration: Via USB 2.0 high-speed (480 Mb/s)
• Reclocking: Yes
• SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M, 259M, 296M, ITU-R BT.656, ITU-R BT.601
• SDI Video Rates: Switchable between standard and high definition
• SDI Audio Sampling: 48 kHz, 24-bit standard
• Color Precision: 4:2:2 YUV
• SDI Auto Switching: Between SD SDI, HD-SDI, and 3 Gb/s SDI
• Supported SDI Formats: NTSC, PAL, 720p50/59.94/60, 1080i50/59.94/60, 1080p23.98-30, 1080PsF23.98-30
• Software Control: Mac OS X and Windows via USB
• Internal Software Upgrade: Via included updater application
• Power Supply: +12V universal with international adapters
• Power Consumption: 5.52 Watts
• Dimensions: Not specified
• Weight: 7.61 oz (approx.)

Package Contents

• Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI to Analog
• +12V Universal Power Supply
• International Socket Adapters
• User Manual
• Warranty Card