Broadcast Converter combines most mini converters features into a 1 rack unit chassis that allow bi-direction conversion. Convert SDI to analog/HDMI while at the same time converting analog to HDMI to SDI. Broadcast Converter is a complete solution for connecting analog decks such as Betacam SP to SDI based systems in a compact rack mount design. Although Broadcast Converter does feature some different specifications to Mini Converter models, so please check the Tech Specs page for full details on the differences.
Mini Converters will keep up with you when quality really counts. Its fully SDI digital construction means it never suffers from video noise and will always connect video cleanly between equipment, without any change in quality.
Flexibility for High End Production:
The SDI video standard was designed for total flexibility. All equipment connects together using simple coax BNC cables and the connection can be more than 100 meters or 300 feet apart. SDI doesn't use compression so you can record video to any kind of broadcast or high end consumer deck completely independently of the tape format. Modern equipment such as Mini Converters allow for video rate switching between standard definition 270 Mb/s, high definition 1.485 Gb/s or high definition 3 Gb/s video rates, so newer HDTV equipment can be integrated into existing systems.
Unlike DV, which is only 4:1:1 color sampling with only 1 red and 1 blue video sample per 4 luma samples, SDI is normally 4:2:2 with twice the color resolution. When doing feature film work, or other high end multi-layer video editing, SDI allows full 4:4:4 video where full color resolution is available. When running 4:4:4, you can also connect video using RGB color space instead of the normal YUV color space, which is perfect for feature film work. Traditionally SDI equipment has been expensive, however Blackmagic Design has changed the industry and finally made SDI affordable for everyone. Now SDI is the production format of the choice for high end, corporate, on-location and live broadcast video worldwide.
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Connections
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Broadcast Converter
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SDI Video Input
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Switchable between SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
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SDI Video Outputs
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Switchable between SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
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Dual Rate Support
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Auto detection of HD or standard definition SDI inputs.
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Updates and Configuration
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Via USB 2.0 high speed. (480 Mb/s)
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Re-clocking
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Yes
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Analog Audio
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Standard 1/4 inch jack connections.
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HDMI
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HDMI in and out
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Analog Video
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Component, NTSC, PAL and S-Video
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Standards
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SDI Format Support
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625/25 PAL, 525/29.97 NTSC, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 720p50, 720p59.94 and 720p60.
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SDI Compliance
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SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 296M, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601.
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SDI Video Sampling
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4:2:2
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SDI Video Rates
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SDI video connections are switchable between standard definition and high definition.
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SDI Color Precision
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4:2:2
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SDI Color Space
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YUV
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SDI Audio Sampling
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Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24 bit.
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SDI Auto Switching
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Automatically selects between SD SDI, HD-SDI and 3 Gb/s SDI.
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Analog Format Support
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625/25 PAL, 525/29.97 NTSC, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 720p50, 720p59.94 and 720p60.
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Analog Color Precision
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4:2:2
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Analog Color Space
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YUV
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HDMI Format Support
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625/25 PAL, 525/29.97 NTSC, 625/50p PAL, 525/59.94p NTSC, 1080p23.98/24, 1080i50, 1080i59.94/60, 720p50 and 720p59.94/60.
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HDMI Color Precision
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4:2:2 and 4:4:4
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Extras
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Software Control
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Mac OS X™ and Windows™ software upgrade via USB.
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Settings Control
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Via USB software.
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Firmware Upgrade
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Via included firmware updater application.
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Power Supply
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+12V universal power supply included. Cable tie point.
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