The HD-Connect LE HDV to HD/SD Converter from Convergent Design is a unique solution that integrates video, audio, time-code, and deck control into one unit. This converter allows for the conversion of (1) HDV input to (1) HD or SD output in a number of formats, including HD-CAM, DVC Pro HD (via HD-SDI), DigiBeta, or Betacam.
Deck control of this unit can be managed via an RS-422 connection that converts to 1394, or conversely a 1394 signal connection converted to RS-422. The RS-422-to-1394 deck control is intended for HD/SD-SDI-based editing systems, while the 1394-to-RS-422 mode is perfect for HDV-based editing systems. Bring HDV to your studio and editing bays and support over-the-air-playout by using this versatile unit.
HDV to HD/SD-SDI Conversion
This unit is designed to convert an HDV input to an HD or SD output in a number of formats, including HD-CAM, DVC Pro HD (via HD-SDI), DigiBeta or Betacam.
Control
Deck control of this unit can be managed via an RS-422 connection that converts to 1394, or conversely a 1394 signal connection converted to RS-422.