Blackmagic Design Micro Converter Overview
Easily combine SDI and HDMI components in your video setup with the Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI 12G from Blackmagic Design. This compact bidirectional converter can convert SDI to HDMI and HDMI to SDI in all SD, HD, and UHD formats up to 2160p60. Since each conversion direction can be a different SD, HD, or UHD video standard, it's like getting two converters in one. It also offers camera control conversion for Blackmagic HDMI cameras like the Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or 6K, enabling you to use them with an SDI-based live switcher.
The pocket-sized Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI 12G features HDMI timecode support, SDI re-clocking for stability over long cable runs, support for a wide range of pro broadcast resolutions, including cine-style 48 fps, and both HDMI and SDI embedded audio input and output. This converter features a sturdy metal housing with power and signal LED status indicators and rugged connector interfaces. A USB Type-C port enables the converter to easily connect to and be powered by large-screen monitors, laptops, desktop computers, or projectors. The converter is powered using a separately available power supply.
Features
Bidirectional Format Conversion
You can convert SDI to HDMI and HDMI to SDI in all SD, HD, and UHD formats up to 2160p60. Each conversion direction can be a different SD, HD, or UHD video standard, so it's like getting two converters in one.
Compact, Rugged Design
- Robust metal housing and rugged connectors
- USB Type-C port for powering via a compatible component like a monitor or laptop
- Updatable via the USB Type-C port and your Mac or Windows computer
HDMI Camera Control
- Camera control conversion for the HDMI-output Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K or 6K, enables use with an SDI-based live switcher
SDI & HDMI Timecode
- HD and SD timecode support
- Converts HDMI timecode to SDI and vice versa
SDI Re-Clocking
- Built-in re-clocking on 3G-SDI output enables stable output over longer cable runs
- Compatible with SMPTE 259M/292M/296M/424M/425M level A and B
Wider Resolution Support
- SDI support from NTSC and PAL up to DCI/UHD 4K60
- HDMI support from NTSC and PAL up to DCI/UHD 4K60
Embedded Audio
- Supports embedded SDI and HDMI input and output
LED Indicators
- LED indicators for video and power signals
Versatile Power Options
- Power from a monitor, laptop, or other component using the USB Type-C port
- Powered using separately available power supply