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Built with professional A/V installations and live events in mind, the Blackmagic Design Teranex AV enjoys 1089 up, down, cross, and standards conversions for formats ranging from NTSC and PAL to 2K and UHD 4K video. Regardless of conversion, all processing is done in real-time with minimal latency of approximately two frames. A bevy of input and output options are available for dealing with professional and consumer sources. SDI inputs accept SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G-SDI, while the HDMI input is v2.0 compliant. An optional fiber connection can be populated by a separately available SFP cage. Embedded audio is accepted as well as analog audio via XLR and RCA stereo inputs. Video outputs include SDI and HDMI as well as four extra SDI output for quad-link 4K output or four mirrored outputs. All conversions can be controlled via the comprehensive front panel buttons and menu navigation, or through Ethernet, if part of an installation.
Built with professional A/V installations and live events in mind, the Blackmagic Design Teranex AV enjoys 1089 up, down, cross, and standards conversions for formats ranging from NTSC and PAL to 2K and UHD 4K video. Regardless of conversion, all processing is done in real-time with minimal latency of approximately two frames. A bevy of input and output options are available for dealing with professional and consumer sources. SDI inputs accept SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G-SDI, while the HDMI input is v2.0 compliant. An optional fiber connection can be populated by a separately available SFP cage. Embedded audio is accepted as well as analog audio via XLR and RCA stereo inputs. Video outputs include SDI and HDMI as well as four extra SDI output for quad-link 4K output or four mirrored outputs. All conversions can be controlled via the comprehensive front panel buttons and menu navigation, or through Ethernet, if part of an installation.
Real-Time Video Processing and Aspect Ratio Conversion
Includes noise reduction, cadence detection with insertion/removal, scene cut detection, color correction, and proc amp control. Real-time variable and fixed aspect ratio conversions.
Format Conversion
Real-time color space conversion, up conversion, down conversion, cross conversion, and SD/HD/Ultra HD standards conversion.
Test Patterns
SMPTE 75% bars
Full-field 75% bars
Convergence grid
Multi-burst
Black-burst
Output Switching
Output may be switched between the input video, internal black, user still frame or a freeze frame from the input video
Blackmagic Design Teranex AV Specs
Inputs
2 x BNC, SD/HD/3G/6G/12G-SDI (inputs can be separate or unified for dual-link functionality)
1 x HDMI Type A, v2.0
1 x Optical fiber (optional)
1 x Stereo RCA, analog audio
2 x XLR, balanced analog audio, AES/EBU digital audio
1 x BNC, reference
1 x USB-C
1 x RJ45, Ethernet
Outputs
2 x BNC, SD/HD/3G/6G/12G-SDI (outputs can be separate or unified for dual-link functionality)
4 x BNC, SD/HD/3G-SDI (quad-link 4K output or replicated SDI output option)
1 x HDMI Type A, v2.0
1 x Optical fiber (optional, not available with dual-link operation)
1 x BNC, reference output
Format Support
3840 x 2160: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
2048 x 1080p: 23.98/24
2048 x 1080PsF: 23.98/24
1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
1080PsF: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30
1080i: 50/59.94/60
720p: 50/59.94/60
NTSC
PAL
VITC/ATC support, SMPTE 12M. Video indexing support including WSS, RP186 and AFD, SMPTE 2016. Closed captioning support for conversions to and from 608 and 708, SMPTE 334M.
Audio Sampling
HD: 24-bit, 48 kHz
SD: 20-bit, 48 kHz
Video Sampling
4:2:2
Color Depth
10-bit
Color Space
REC 601, REC 709
Compatible Operating Systems
Mac OS X 10.10 or later
Windows 8.1, 10
Power Input
1 x IEC, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 41 to 122°F / 5 to 50°C
Storage Temperature: -4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C
Relative Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing
Dimensions
19 x 1.75 x 5" / 48.3 x 4.4 x 12.7 cm
Weight
4.4 lb / 2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.365 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.4 x 5.6 x 3.1"
Blackmagic Design Teranex AV Reviews
These are awesome
By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-02-10
I've installed lots of these on various projects this year, and they're great.
BMD Teranex AV Is Well Worth It
By Alftred
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-07-03
I purchased the Teranex AV along with the Hyperdeck Studio 2 to digitize my vast library of DV, DVCAM, HDV, BetaSP, and Hi8 tapes. I had thought about buying one of these for years. I should have pulled the trigger earlier as the Teranex 2D & 3D had analog video inputs. Those models are no longer available. That turned out not to matter as I have BMD's Broadcast Converter, so I could get analog signals converted to SDI that way. BMD has several mini converters that can also do the job.
I like the overall look and feel of the product. The illuminated buttons and built-in LCD screen are nice. Use is straight forward. The input button will display your input signal on the various illuminated format buttons. Switching to the Output button lets you choose any of the frame rate and format buttons to convert your input. Menu options display on the LCD. I saved my setup to the first of 6 Preset buttons. Most impressive is the unit's hardware based de-interlacing, up-conversion and video noise reduction. My first tests where grainy, outdoor concert footage shot on DV in low light years ago on a Sony PC100. Near the end of the show, I had switched to night mode. Very grainy.
After recording, I watched the footage I digitized in Premier Pro and I was stunned to see the recordings de-interlaced and absolutely grain free. Also without appreciable loss of detail. Very impressive indeed. I am super happy with this purchase.
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How is this different from Blackmagic Design ...
How is this different from Blackmagic Design Micro Converter HDMI to 12G-SDI if i need to convert PC to Atem constellation 4K?
Asked by: Ioan
The Blackmagic Design Teranex AV can up, down or cross convert your signal where the Blackmagic Design Micro Converter HDMI to SDI 12G will only output the same input resolution and frame rate.
Answered by: John W
Date published: 2025-06-13
Will the Teranex be able to overscan/ scale to ...
Will the Teranex be able to overscan/ scale to fill for live IMAG video walls that aren't true 16:9 but more like 16:8? Which the wall scaler will stretch the image horizontally.
I understand this will cut off the top and bottom of the image but I'd rather that than a stretched image.
Asked by: John
Yes Blackmagic Design Teranex AV allow you to adjust the width and height of the image greater than 100% to accommodate the wall.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2022-05-18
Doe it remember the configuration after restart? ...
Doe it remember the configuration after restart? Need to convert pc to atem and looking for something to always show the image.
Asked by: Ioan
Yes it will remember the settings. Make sure you wait 30 seconds after making a change before powering down.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2025-06-15
Does the output setting differentiate between ...
Does the output setting differentiate between 29.97 and 30fps even though it shares a button?
Asked by: Will
Yes. Double press the button and it will switch from 29.97fps to 30fps. You can see the change on the display screen.
Answered by: gracem
Date published: 2022-06-12
Will it embed seperate analog audio, via XLR ...
Will it embed seperate analog audio, via XLR connectors, into the HDSDI video outputs ?
Asked by: Doug
Yes, The Analog XLR audio inputs would allow you to embed audio into the SDI output of the Blackmagic Design Teranex AV.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2022-08-01
Does the Teranex AV convert 24 fps video to 30fps ...
Does the Teranex AV convert 24 fps video to 30fps video and visa versa with interview sound not being distorted? Originally shot in 4K
Asked by: ronald
Yes it will.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2019-02-12
DOes the teranex AV convert analog PAL to HD/SDI ...
DOes the teranex AV convert analog PAL to HD/SDI 1080/50i?
Asked by: Guillermo
No, it will not be able to convert from analog PAL to SDI because it does not have an analog input.
However, this converter from AJA will be able to convert from analog PAL to SDI 1080/50i.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1005909-REG/aja_v2digital_a_to_d_hd_sd_sdi_mini_converter.html
