High-Quality Analog to SDI Conversion for Modern Workflows
Bridge the gap between your legacy analog equipment and your professional digital workflow with the Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Analog to SDI. This compact and robust converter is the ultimate solution for bringing older video sources into the modern, high-quality world of SD/HD-SDI. Whether you're a broadcaster, archivist, post-production professional, or live event producer, this mini converter provides the reliability and quality you need to integrate a wide array of analog devices seamlessly.
Unlock the potential of your classic gear, from Betacam SP decks and VHS players to retro gaming consoles and HDV cameras. The converter accepts analog component, S-Video, and NTSC/PAL composite video inputs, automatically detecting the format and upscaling it to pristine SD or HD-SDI. The dual SDI outputs allow you to send the converted signal to multiple destinations simultaneously, such as a switcher, monitor, or deck, without any signal degradation thanks to the built-in reclocking feature that regenerates the SDI signal over long cable runs.
Audio is just as important as video, and this converter excels by allowing you to embed audio from either 2 channels of balanced analog or 2 channels of AES/EBU digital audio inputs. This ensures your audio remains perfectly synchronized and maintains its quality throughout the conversion process. Configuration is simple using the built-in mini switches or the included software for Mac and Windows via the USB 2.0 port. Housed in a durable metal chassis and powered by an included universal 12V power supply, the Mini Converter Analog to SDI is built for the rigors of any production environment.
Key Features
- Versatile Analog Conversion: Converts analog component, S-Video, and composite video signals to SD/HD-SDI.
- Professional Audio Embedding: Embed 2 channels of professional balanced analog or AES/EBU digital audio into the SDI signal.
- Broadcast-Quality Output: Features dual SDI outputs with reclocking for maximum signal integrity over long cable distances.
- Wide Device Compatibility: Ideal for use with Betacam SP, VHS, VCRs, analog cameras, set-top boxes, and gaming consoles.
- Auto-Sensing Inputs: Automatically detects the incoming SD or HD video format and switches accordingly.
- Durable and Compact: Built with a rugged metal housing, perfect for studio or field use.
- Easy Configuration: Control settings using either the built-in mini switches or via USB with the included software for Mac and Windows.
- Universal Power: Includes a +12V universal power supply with international socket adapters.
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connections | |
| SDI Video Outputs | 2 x switchable between SD and HD. |
| Analog Video Inputs | Component, NTSC, PAL and S-Video. |
| Analog Audio Inputs | 2 channels of professional balanced analog audio with standard 1/4 inch jack connections. |
| Digital Audio Inputs | 2 channels of professional balanced AES/EBU audio with standard 1/4 inch jack connections. |
| Updates and Configuration | Via USB 2.0 |
| Standards | |
| SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M; ITU-R BT.656, BT.601 |
| Supported SD Formats | 525i/59.94 NTSC, 625i/50 PAL |
| Supported HD Formats | 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 |
| SDI Video Sampling | 4:2:2 |
| SDI Audio Sampling | 48 kHz and 24-bit |
| SDI Color Space | YUV |
| Processing | |
| Multi-Rate Support | Auto detection of SD or HD inputs. |
| Reclocking | Yes |
| Power | |
| Power Supply | +12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters. |
| Power Consumption | 6.5 Watts |
| Operational Voltage Range | 12V - 31V DC |
| What's Included | Mini Converter Analog 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
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Returning an item
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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.
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Incorrect items
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Shipping
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