Blackmagic Mini Converter Audio to SDI: Professional Audio Embedding for Your SDI Workflow
Seamlessly integrate high-quality audio into your professional video workflow with the Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Audio to SDI. This compact and robust converter is the ultimate solution for embedding professional audio from external sources directly into any SD, HD, or 3G-SDI video stream. Designed for broadcasters, live event producers, and post-production professionals, it provides the essential tools you need to ensure your audio and video are perfectly synchronized and of the highest quality, without the extra cost of an Ultra HD model.
The converter offers incredible flexibility, allowing you to embed 4 channels of balanced analog audio or 8 channels of professional AES/EBU digital audio. Connect your audio mixers, analog decks, or digital audio workstations using the standard 1/4 inch connectors and let the Mini Converter do the rest. It automatically detects the video format, supporting everything from standard definition NTSC and PAL up to high-definition 1080p60, ensuring broad compatibility with your existing equipment.
Reliability is paramount in a professional environment, and the Mini Converter Audio to SDI delivers with its crucial redundant SDI input. This feature provides a fail-safe, automatically switching to the alternate input if the main SDI signal is lost. This means your broadcast or recording continues without interruption, giving you peace of mind during critical operations. With built-in SDI reclocking to regenerate the video signal and support for television-standard 48kHz/24-bit audio sampling, you can be confident in the integrity and fidelity of your final output. Control is simple via built-in mini switches for quick adjustments or through the free software for Mac and Windows for advanced configuration.
Key Features
- Embed Professional Audio: Add 4 channels of balanced analog or 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio into an SDI video signal.
- Broad Format Support: Automatically detects and works with all SD, HD, and 3G-SDI video formats up to 1080p60.
- Fail-Safe Redundant Input: Features a second SDI input that automatically takes over if the primary signal fails, ensuring uninterrupted video.
- High-Quality Signal Integrity: Built-in SDI reclocking maintains signal quality over long cable runs.
- Professional Audio Sampling: Utilizes the television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24-bit for pristine audio quality.
- Flexible Control: Change settings easily using the built-in mini switches or via USB with the included software for Mac and Windows.
- Ready to Use: Includes a universal 12V power supply with international adapters, so you can use it anywhere in the world.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Connections | |
| SDI Video Inputs | 1x SD/HD/3G-SDI, 1x ALT SDI Input for automatic switchover. |
| SDI Video Outputs | 1x Embedded SDI Output. |
| Analog Audio Inputs | 4 channels of balanced analog audio via 1/4" connectors. |
| Digital Audio Inputs | 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio via 1/4" connectors. |
| Multi Rate Support | Auto detection of SD, HD, or 3G-SDI. |
| Updates and Configuration | USB 2.0 |
| Video Standards | |
| SD Video Standards | 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL |
| HD Video Standards | 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 |
| 2K Video Standards | 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p, 2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K DCI 25PsF |
| SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M-B, 425M; ITU-R BT.656, BT.601, ST-2036 |
| SDI Audio Sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24 bit. |
| SDI Color Space | YUV, RGB |
| SDI Color Precision | 4:2:2, 4:4:4 |
| Software & Power | |
| Software Control | Mac OS and Windows software upgrade via USB. |
| Settings Control | Mini Switches or USB software. |
| Power Supply | +12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters. |
| Power Consumption | 8.40 Watts |
| What's Included | |
| In the Box | Mini Converter Audio to SDI, 12V universal power supply with international socket adapters. |
Shipping policy
Any items which are in stock, will be dispatched immediately - same day if possible and morning of the following business day at the latest. Items which are not in stock at our local warehouse will be routed to us, and dispatched immediately upon arrival to us. In that case, the estimated dispatch time is noted on the product page.
Note that you are always welcome to email info@dittools.eu or call (+372) 5556 0057 for a more accurate shipping time estimate, as this does vary depending on a number of factors.
Standard shipping
Unless otherwise noted, all items are shipped standard via DPD. We normally ship to European Union countries only – do contact us for possible exceptions, particularly other European mainland countries. Shipping times vary between 1 to 10 business days within Europe – an up to date estimate will be given at checkout.
Express shipping
Our shipping partner for expedited deliveries is DHL Express; please contact us directly for a quote.
Returning an item
If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, you can return your item(s) for a full refund within 14 days of confirmed delivery.
Special sales, demo items and promotions may have modified return policies. If an item from a bundle is returned for refund, the total bundle discount or the total value of the gifts will get deducted from the returned item prior to issuing a refund. If the bundle discount (or gift value) exceeds the value of the returned item, the difference must be paid to be able to return the item.
Return autorization
If you would like to return any item(s), please contact us by either emailing info@dittools.eu or calling (+372) 5556 0057. We will share with you a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) code and ask that you clearly mark this code outside of your shipping box as you ship your item(s) back for a refund.
You will be liable for the shipping and any applicable customs/duty fees returning the item(s).
Incorrect items
If the return is made due to a faulty product, or an incorrectly shipped product, or if you are returning the item(s) due to a defect, or functionality issue, or because it is not the item you have ordered, we will gladly email or mail a return shipping label covering all shipping related expenses. In order to determine whether the return is initiated due to a technical problem, we may ask for you to provide visual support like images or a video on the item(s).
Shipping
Returned merchandise must be in its original packaging, and placed in a decent shipping box, e.g. the same box that we shipped the items to you in. Please make sure to clearly mark the RMA code you have received from us outside on the box.
Do not forget to cover or peel off any existing shipping labels on the box.
DIT Supplies OÜ cannot be held accountable for return shipments that have not reached us or returns made without RMA codes. We strongly advise that if you are returning the item(s) with a carrier of your choice that you use a traceable shipping method.
It may take 4-5 business days for your return to reach us. Once it is received and inspected, your refund will be processed and automatically applied to your credit card or original method of payment within 14 business days. Please note that depending on your credit card company, it may take an additional 2-4 business days after your credit is applied for it to post to your account.
Customs, duties & taxes
There are no customs duties or taxes on orders shipping within the EU. Orders shipped outside of the EU may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees collected by the destination country. The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to such import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are collected once a shipment reaches the recipient's country. Additional charges for customs clearance must be paid for by the recipient; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. Customs policies vary widely from country to country; and when customs clearance procedures are required, it can cause delays beyond our original delivery estimates. We advise that you contact your local customs office for more information.