Blackmagic Design Mini Converter – UpDownCross
$ 4,190
- Key Features
- Full up, down, and cross conversion between HD and SD video formats
- Single SD/HD/3G-SDI input
- Five SD/HD/3G-SDI outputs, one loop-through output
- Automatically detects SD, HD, or 3G‐SDI signals
- Converts 720p to 1080i or 1080i to 720p
- Auto SD/HD switching for instantly switching between SD and HD video formats
- Full 10-bit processing with high-quality video filtering
- Supports multi-channel audio
- Built-in USB connection for upgrades and future video compatibility
- Built with high-quality standards and low SDI jitter to get longest SDI cable lengths
Available on backorder
The Mini Converter UpDownCross from Blackmagic Design converts between SD and HD video formats and functions as a 4-field standards converter. It allows you to cross-convert 720p to 1080i, enabling editing and mastering in SD, 720p, and 1080i video. It uses the 10-bit SDI video quality with multi-tap image filtering and processing. The mini converter includes auto SD/HD switching, which allows the converter to instantly switch between SD and HD video formats automatically when the video input changes. Compatible with 3G-SDI technology, the converter includes a built-in USB connection for future updates and video format compatibility.
The converter’s low SDI jitter allows you to use long SDI cable lengths in conjunction with internal power supplies; this enables ultra low-noise broadcast-quality analog video and audio over long distances. It supports multi-channel audio with automatic delay for matching any video processing delay. The Mini Converter’s settings are controlled using the built-in DIP switches or via USB using the control software for Max OS X or Windows computers, which can be downloaded on Blackmagic Design’s website. The USB port also enables the firmware to be updated. For powering the device, a 12V power supply is included with international socket adapters.
