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Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - Sync Generator | Tri-Sync and Black Burst generator with 6 video reference outputs for SD and HD

Blackmagic Design

Mini Converter - Sync Generator

Tri-Sync and Black Burst generator with 6 video reference outputs for SD and HD

Product Code: BMDCONVMSYNC

Suggested Retail Price £169+VAT

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  • 6 crystal stabilized video reference outputs
  • Updates / configure Via USB 2.0

Mini Converter Sync Generator includes 6 crystal stabilized video reference outputs for referencing all the video equipment in your studio in either high definition Tri-Sync or standard definition Black Burst television standards.

Auto Switching SD and HD
Mini Converters instantly switch between standard definition and high definition video formats and change over is automatic when the video input changes. A huge range of video standards are supported including, NTSC, PAL, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 1080psf/23.98, 1080psf/24, 720p/59.94 and 720p/50 formats, plus new formats can be added via USB.

Redundant SDI Input
Mini Converters feature a unique redundant input for mission critical tasks such as broadcast or live events. You can connect a redundant cable to the second input, so if the main input is lost due to cable damage or any other cause, Mini Converter will automatically switch over to the redundant input cable. This lets you use Mini Converters in locations where crowds or the environment might cause cable damage, or lets you place Mini Converters in hard to reach locations such as roof mounted video projectors etc. A loop though SDI output is also provided for connecting to other devices. A loop-thru SDI connection is also great if you need more than 2 audio channels, as you can connect the loop-thru to another Mini Converter to de-embedd extra audio channels!

New 3 Gb/s SDI Technology
Only Mini Converters include the latest 3 Gb/s SDI technology and upgrades can be loaded via the built in USB connection for future video format compatibility. 3 Gb/s SDI is also fully compatible with all your standard definition and high definition SDI equipment.

Built in AES/EBU or Analogue Audio
Standard 1/4 inch jacks are built in for balanced analogue or AES/EBU audio. Because Mini Converters use standard 1/4 inch jack connectors for all audio connections, you can use standard cables commonly avalible from any pro audio store. Unlike other converters, Mini Converters don't need custom cables, as any balanced 1/4 inch jack cable can be used. Mini Converters are also unique as the same 1/4 inch jack connections can be switched between professional balanced analogue audio, or AES/EBU digital audio. This means you only need one model of Mini Converter for both analogue and digital audio. You can select the type of audio from one of the mini switches on the side of the Mini Converter unit. On modes with AES/EBU digital audio in, a sample rate converter lets you connect to any AES/EBU source, either synchronized, or un-syncronised. On HDMI models, you also have full access to the HDMI audio embedded in the HDMI video connection.

High Quality
Mini Converters are built to highest quality standards with low SDI jitter so you get the longest SDI cable lengths combined with multiple internal power supplies for ultra low noise broadcast quality analogue video and audio. Unlike other converters, Mini Converters don't use "low grade" video electronics just to save cost. Mini Converters feature the highest grade broadcast quality analogue audio and video electronics. In fact, Mini Converters uses the same analogue video design as our most expensive and award winning Multibridge Eclipse! That means you get the highest quality, all in a very affordable and incredibly compact unit.

International Power Supply
Unlike other converters, a universal power supply is included with international socket adapters for all countries. This lets you take Mini Converters with you to any location worldwide, and plug directly into the local power sockets. To stop power accidentally being disconnected, a cable tie point is included to lock down the power connection tight.

New launches at ISE 2020

Here's an overview of our vendors exhibiting at ISE 2020. Please call us on +44 (0)1457 851000 if you would like to book a stand tour with one of our manufacturers. BLACKMAGIC DESIGN HALL 3, STAND C140 The Video Assist 12G 5” and 7” monitor recorders are now shipping. The original HD versions were incredibly popular with AV technicians who wanted to verify SDI and HDMI feeds and check waveform levels. For production teams, their 4K HDR capture makes them a superb on-camera SD card recorder. The ATEM Mini is a very small, cost-effective 4 channel HDMI video switcher with streaming output. Great as a portable mixer or a signal switcher, it’s being adopted by everyone from conference producers to AV technicians looking for simple HDMI switching.

Major announcements from Blackmagic Design

Not just some new products and technical updates from Blackmagic Design. No, these are major new products and massive technical updates.

What's new in Converter Utility 9.0.2

  • Advanced 2110 configuration page for integration with larger 2110 systems. Easy connection and configuration is still the default but more advanced users will find these setting invaluable.
    • configurable PTP domain address
    • configurable multicast and port address
    • DID/SDID support
    • Load and Save SDP files
    • NMOS controller
  • Improved Ancillary Data handling of timecode and closed caption
  • General performance and stability improvements
Minimum system requirements for Mac OS
  • macOS 13.0 Ventura or later
  • macOS 14.0 Sonoma
  • A suitable USB 2.0 port for software updates
Minimum System Requirements for Windows
  • Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit
  • Microsoft Windows 11
  • A suitable USB 2.0 port for software updates

What's new in Converter Utility 7.4.1

This software update applies to ATEM Talkback Converter 4K ONLY.

  • Program audio ducking removed for Aviation headsets
  • Support for SDI Tally override from ATEM Switchers using Blackmagic Cameras
  • Support for 1080p50/59.94/60 and 2160p50/59.94/60
  • 3G Level A support
  • General performance improvements and enhancements

What's new in Converter Utility 7.3.3

  • General performance and stability improvements for Mini Converter HDMI to SDI 6G

What's new in Converter Utility 7.3.2

  • Closed Caption support for Mini Converter UpDownCross HD
  • Improved timecode support for Mini Converter UpDownCross HD
  • General performance and stability improvements

What's new in Converter Utility 7.3.1

  • Improved auto detection of the Main or Alt input for Mini Converter SDI to HDMI 6G
  • General performance and stability improvements

 

Download the latest Firmware and Software

  • Mini Converter Sync Generator
  • Software CD
  • 12V universal power supply with international socket adapters
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