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DECIMATOR 2 3G/HD/SD-SDI to HDMI Converter with Built-In NTSC/PAL Downscaler & Analog Audio Outputs

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DECIMATOR 2 3G/HD/SD-SDI to HDMI Converter with Built-In NTSC/PAL Downscaler & Analog Audio Outputs
Key Features
  • Autodetect & Signal Switching
  • 10-Bit Data Path
  • SDI Loop Through, HDMI & Composite Out
  • Selectable Down Converted NTSC/PAL Out
Delivering more than just a basic SDI to HDMI converter, the DECIMATOR 2 3G/HD/SD-SDI to HDMI Converter with Built-In NTSC/PAL Downscaler & Analog Audio Outputs from DECIMATOR provides you with a host of features in a small package suitable for location or a studio environment. The device auto detects the incoming signal, and handles signal switching based on the DIP switch settings you select. The converter maintains a 10-bit data path for your video signal, which minimizes scaling artifacts. It incorporates one SDI input that supports signals up to 3G-SDI, and features a loop through SDI output, HDMI output for the converted signal, and a composite out that automatically scales HD signals delivering either NTSC or PAL video.
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DECIMATOR DD-DEC-2 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2General
  • 3Composite Output
  • 4HDMI Output

Delivering more than just a basic SDI to HDMI converter, the DECIMATOR 2 3G/HD/SD-SDI to HDMI Converter with Built-In NTSC/PAL Downscaler & Analog Audio Outputs from DECIMATOR provides you with a host of features in a small package suitable for location or a studio environment. The device auto detects the incoming signal, and handles signal switching based on the DIP switch settings you select. The converter maintains a 10-bit data path for your video signal, which minimizes scaling artifacts. It incorporates one SDI input that supports signals up to 3G-SDI, and features a loop through SDI output, HDMI output for the converted signal, and a composite out that automatically scales HD signals delivering either NTSC or PAL video.

The unit passes closed captioning signals on the composite output, a useful feature for a broadcast facility. The HDMI output can display selectable frame markers or "Graticules" as well as up to 16 channels of audio meters. The unit also de-embeds the audio from the SDI stream, and makes it available as 2 channels of analog audio. External DIP switches allow you to select how the unit handles conversion to HDMI and SD video from SDI, and which stereo pair is available on the analog audio outputs. The converter features a locking DC power socket and a mounting bracket allowing you to attach it to a wall or possibly the back of a monitor.

General
Simultaneously scales the signal on both the HDMI and composite outputs with no more than a 1 frame delay. SD-SDI signals are not scaled.
USB port for control and firmware updates.
Composite Output
Composite output is selectable to either NTSC or PAL.
The converter supports user selectable aspect ratio conversion of HD video to SD with:
  • 16:9 to 16:9 Anamorphic
  • 16:9 to 4:3 Letterbox
  • 16:9 to 4:3 Center Extraction
Passes EIA-708/608 Closed Captions to the composite output.
HDMI Output
Adjustable frame markers (Graticules) with:
  • Separate enables for Safe Action, Safe title, and Center Cross
  • Adjustable position for either Safe Action of Safe Title
  • Adjustable colors for Safe Action, Safe Title, and Center Cross
Text Overlays:
  • Adjustable foreground and background colors
  • Adjustable 16 character text field
  • Input status display
Displays 16 Channels of audio meters.
Any four audio groups individually selectable.
AES/EBU, VU, Extended VU, BBC, EBU, DIN, and Nordic Scales.
Bar & Float, Bar only, or Float only
Separate Bar and Float ballistics control
Transparency and bar thickness adjustment
Adjustable reference level and red, yellow, and green range adjustment

DECIMATOR DD-DEC-2 Specs

Video Formats
3G - SMPTE 424 Mb/s 2.97 and 2.967 Gb/s
1080p: 60/59.94/50Hz

HD - SMPTE 292 Mb/s 274 Mb/s 296 Mb/s 1.485 and 1.435 Gb/s
1080i: 60/59.94/50 Hz
1080p/psf: 30/29.97/25/24/23.98 Hz
720p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 Hz

SD - SMPTE 259 Mb/s 270 Mb/s
525i: 59.94
625i: 50
Inputs
SD/HD/3G-SDI: 1 x BNC

Note: Conditional Maximum Equalization cable length of 400M for SDI, 200M for HD-SDI and 100M 3G-SDI using Belden 1694A
Outputs
SD/HD/3G-SDI: 1 x BNC (loop through output)
SD-Composite: 1 x BNC (NTSC/PAL compatible)
HDMI: 1 x Type A (full size)
Analog Audio: 2 x RCA Jack(2-dBFS=-10dBu)
Dip Switches
  • NTSC or PAL Selection
  • SD Pedestal
  • Crop 16:9 to 4:3
  • 16:9 or 4:3 Aspect Selection
  • Stereo Pair selection for RCA Analogue Audio
  • HDMI Output format select
LED Status Indicators
Power
Signal Lock
Power
5 to 24 VDC, 5W
Pin Positive
Dimensions
3.5 x 2.8 x 0.9" / 90 x 71 x 23 mm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.37 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.05 x 6.15 x 2.6"

DECIMATOR DD-DEC-2 Reviews

Does the job, but...

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-26

Having no usb control support for Mac Catalina is rough and to set the dip switches you have to have great eyes because they are so tiny. Device does exactly what I need it to.

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