The Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K from Blackmagic Design allows you to distribute a Single Link SD/HD/3G/6G-SDI signal to eight SDI devices simultaneously. It automatically detects the input signal type, re-clocks it, and its eight outputs automatically match the SDI input video format. With a compact form factor and easy-to-use controls, the Mini Converter is ideal for a variety of broadcast, post production, and professional AV applications.
Using 6G-SDI technology, the Mini Converter supports resolutions up to Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) at up to 30 fps and DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24 fps, as well as SD, HD, and 3G-SDI signals. It supports all SDI-related transmission features, including embedded audio, ancillary data, and even handles ASI signals - asynchronous signals that carry multiple compressed programs that can be at varying transmission speeds. The Mini Converter's settings are controlled using the built-in DIP switches or via USB using the included software for Max OS X or Windows computers. The USB port also enables the firmware to be updated. For powering the device, a 12V power supply is included with international socket adapters.
Additional Features
- 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 sampling and color precision
- 24-bit, 48 kHz audio sampling
- Compliant with SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, and SMPTE 425M standards
SDI Video Input | Switchable between SD, HD and 6G-SDI. |
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Reclocking | Yes |
SDI Video Output | 8 outputs automatically match the SDI video input. |
Multi Rate Support | Auto detection of SD, HD or 6G-SDI. |
SD Format Support | 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL |
HD Format Support | 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 1080p23.98, 1080PsF23.98, 1080p24, 1080PsF24, 1080p25, 1080PsF25, 1080p29.97, 1080PsF29.97, 1080p30, 1080PsF30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 |
2K Format Support | 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p 2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K 25PsF |
Ultra HD Format Support | 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30 |
4K Format Support | 4K DCI 24p |
SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M-B, SMPTE 425M, SMPTE ST-2081 |
SDI Video Rates | SDI video connections are switchable between SD, HD, Ultra HD and DCI 4K. |
SDI Video Sampling | 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 |
SDI Audio Sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24 bit. |
SDI Color Precision | 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 |
SDI Color Space | YUV and RGB |
SDI Auto Switching | Automatically detects SD, HD or 6G-SDI. |
ASI Support | Yes |
Operating Systems | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan or later. Windows 8.1 or Windows 10. |
Power Supply | +12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters for all countries. Cable tie point. |
Power Consumption | 4.80 Watts |
Operational Voltage Range | 12 - 31V DC |
Physical Specifications | 12.19 cm x 9.22 cm x 2.29 cm (weight 336.79 gram) |
Operating temperature | 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F). |
Storage temperature | -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F). |
Relative Humidity | 0% to 90% non-condensing. |