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Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K

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Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K
Key Features
  • Single Link SD/HD/3G/6G-SDI Input
  • 8x Single Link SD/HD/3G/6G-SDI Outputs
  • Re-Clocked Outputs
  • Supports SD, HD, UHD 4K & DCI 4K Signals
The Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K from Blackmagic Design allows you to distribute a Single Link SD/HD/3G/6G-SDI signal to eight SDI devices simultaneously. It automatically detects the input signal type, re-clocks it, and its eight outputs automatically match the SDI input video format. With a compact form factor and easy-to-use controls, the Mini Converter is ideal for a variety of broadcast, post production, and professional AV applications.
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Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Overview

The Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K from Blackmagic Design allows you to distribute a Single Link SD/HD/3G/6G-SDI signal to eight SDI devices simultaneously. It automatically detects the input signal type, re-clocks it, and its eight outputs automatically match the SDI input video format. With a compact form factor and easy-to-use controls, the Mini Converter is ideal for a variety of broadcast, post production, and professional AV applications.

Using 6G-SDI technology, the Mini Converter supports resolutions up to Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) at up to 30 fps and DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24 fps, as well as SD, HD, and 3G-SDI signals. It supports all SDI-related transmission features, including embedded audio, ancillary data, and even handles ASI signals - asynchronous signals that carry multiple compressed programs that can be at varying transmission speeds. The Mini Converter's settings are controlled using the built-in DIP switches or via USB using the included software for Max OS X or Windows computers. The USB port also enables the firmware to be updated. For powering the device, a 12V power supply is included with international socket adapters.

Additional Features
  • 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 sampling and color precision
  • 24-bit, 48 kHz audio sampling
  • Compliant with SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, and SMPTE 425M standards

Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Specs

Interfaces
Other I/O
1x USB-A (Firmware)
Standards
Video Standard Compliance
SMPTE 259M/292M/296M/372M/425M
Reclocking
Yes
Transmission
Maximum Sampling Rate
48 kHz / 24-Bit
Power
Power Consumption
Power Supply: 12 to 30 VDC (4.8 W)
General
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C up to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C
Dimensions
4.8 x 3.6 x 0.9" / 12.2 x 9.2 x 2.3 cm
Weight
11.88 oz / 336.79 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.7 x 5.6 x 2.7"

Blackmagic Design Mini Converter Reviews

Way more than we needed, but does the job

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-02-20

We updated 15 year old XVGA projectors to 98 TV screens for presentation in my church. After ripping out hundreds of feet of VGA cables (and splitters and line drivers, we pulled in hundreds of feet of SDI cable to get from the switcher/scaler to the TV sets. There are just two SDI runs, but we needed an SDI distribution amp to drive them. This BMD Mini Converter SDI Distribution box has 8 separate outputs, but we are only using two of them. We paired this up with several BMD Micro Converter SDI to DHMI 3G boxes that allow the SDI connection to loop through to the next location. It works perfectly without putting EOL resistors on the unused outputs. It is rock solid. And months after the installation, the complements keep coming in about how good these 5,000 NIT TCL TVs look compared to the 15 year old projectors.

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By shirley
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-08-26

we use these all the time for spitting signal with no problems

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I need to distribute the REF signal from the BMD ...

I need to distribute the REF signal from the BMD Sync Generator to 5 cameras, switcher, multiple recorders and a streaming device. Will this distributor work?
Asked by: Curtis
No. This is a digital DA. You need an analog it Composite video DA. They are available here.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2019-09-04

Can this distribute to 3 differant resolutions or ...

Can this distribute to 3 differant resolutions or 3 differant tvs from one signal out of an imac?
Asked by: Dalton
This converter takes one SDI signal and outputs 8 identical SDI signals. All the same resolution and frame rate as the input.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2019-11-04

How many meters can it work with, and is the ...

How many meters can it work with, and is the total meter of length include all 8 output or is separate?
Asked by: Akil
Each output will work with about 100 meters of 6G rated cable. Best to consider slightly less.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2023-06-08

Can I send Program signal (including tally) back ...

Can I send Program signal (including tally) back to 6 different studio 6k pro cameras?
Asked by: Raul
Yes, you can use the Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K to send Tally signal to the Blackmagic Design Studio cameras.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-03-15

Will this pass 8 channels of audio, if that is ...

Will this pass 8 channels of audio, if that is what is going into the input?
Asked by: Dustin
Yes. It will pass up to 16 channels of SDI audio.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2022-08-03

Can this device output an ASI video signal? I am ...

Can this device output an ASI video signal? I am looking to convert HD-SDI to an ASI (MPEG Transport Stream) for use on television sets
Asked by: Administrative Dept.
The question has 2 parts to the answer. Yes, it will pass ASI if you put ASI in. No, it will not convert one type of signal (HDSDI, ASI) to another.
Answered by: Mitchell
Date published: 2020-11-03

Is this DA compatible 3G-A?

Is this DA compatible 3G-A?
Asked by: Leif
Yes it will pass both Level A and Level B with all metadata.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2019-02-08

Can multiples of these be used in succession by ...

Can multiples of these be used in succession by using one of the outputs to go into the input of another distributor?
Asked by: Victory
Yes you can.
Answered by: Andrew
Date published: 2020-07-10
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