Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Analog to SDI

Convert from Analogue HD or SD to SDI

The ideal solution for converting analog component, s-video, NTSC/PAL composite to SDI video. Audio can be embedded from balanced analog or AES/EBU inputs. Now you can convert analog devices such as Betacam SP, VHS, set top boxes, gaming consoles and HDV cameras to incredible quality SD/HD-SDI video.

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BMD-CONVMAAS2
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Blackmagic Design’s Analogue to SDI Mini Converter is one of the world’s most sophisticated converters thanks to its use of the latest 6G-SDI technology. Capable of automatically sensing the input video format and instinctively changing between essentially all SD, HD and Ultra HD video standards up to 2160p30. The Analogue to SDI Mini Converter utilises advanced features such as redundant SDI inputs, re-clocked loop outputs, and full analogue and AES/EBU audio connections so you can convert video, as well as embed or de-embed audio.

Thousands of broadcast, news, post production and AV professionals trust Blackmagic Mini Converters to link their equipment together and keep studios operational. Additionally, Blackmagic Mini Converters are intended to be used anywhere. You can install them in equipment racks in the studio, on news trucks, or outside for live sports and similar events.

The Blackmagic Design Analogue to SDI Mini Converter uses a simple, condensed design that means it’s easy to use and incredibly dependable when used as part of a 24/7 operation. The built-in connections are quick to access and utilise standard cables, as well as the built-in mini switches which can be used to swiftly change settings. There’s even a diagram with switch settings printed on the back – you’ll never have to look for the manual.

The Blackmagic Design Analogue to SDI Mini Converter is the perfect solution for converting analogue component, s-video, NTSC/PAL composite to SDI video. Audio can be embedded from balanced analogue or AES/EBU inputs and now you can convert analogue devices (such as Betacam SP, VHS, set top boxes, gaming consoles and HDV cameras) to incredible quality SD/HD-SDI video.

Connections

 

SDI Video Output

Automatically matches the SD and HD video input.

 

Analog Audio

2 channels of professional balanced analog audio with standard 1/4 inch jack connections.

 

Analog Video

Component SD/HD, NTSC, PAL and S-Video.

 

AES/EBU Digital Audio

2 channels of professional balanced digital with standard 1/4 inch jack connections.

 

Multi Rate Support

Auto detection of HD or standard definition inputs.

 

Updates and Configuration

USB

 

Reclocking

Yes

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Specification

Standards

  • SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M-­â€B, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601.
  • SDI Video Rates: SDI video connections are switchable between standard definition and high definition.
  • SDI Video Sampling: 4:2:2
  • SDI Audio Sampling: Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24 bit.
  • SDI Color Precision: 4:2:2
  • SDI Color Space: YUV
  • SDI Auto Switching: Automatically follows format of analog input.
  • SDI Format Support: 625/25 PAL, 525/23.98 NTSC, 525/29.97 NTSC, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60.
  • Analog Format Support: 625/25 PAL, 525/23.98 NTSC, 525/29.97 NTSC, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 720p50, 720p59.94 and 720p60.
  • Analog Color Space: YUV
  • Analog Color Precision: 4:2:2

 

Software

  • Software Control: Mac OS X and Windows software upgrade via USB.
  • Internal Software Upgrade: Via included updater application.

 

Operating Systems

Mac

  • Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks,
  • Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite or later.

Windows

  • Windows 7 or Windows 8.

 

Settings Control

  • Mini Switches or USB software.

 

Power Requirements

  • Power Supply: +12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters for all countries. Cable tie point.
  • Power Consumption: 6.50 Watts
  • Operational Voltage Range: 12 - 31 V DC

 

Environmental Specifications

  • 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

 

Warranty

  • 3 Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty.
  • Mini Converter Analog to SDI
  • Software CD
  • 12V universal power supply with international socket adapters