User's Manual

Processing menu
The ‘3G Output’ menu lets you select between Level A or Level B 3G-SDI. This setting lets you
change the 3G-SDI output standard to maintain compatibility with equipment that can only
receive level A or level B 3G-SDI video. Level B is the default setting.
Micro Converter HDMI to SDI Block Diagram
HDMI In
Micro USB
HDMI Video
and audio decoder
Central Processor
and Firmware
Input automatically
detects between
SD/HD/3G-SDI
Customizable
Video Processor
Automatic
SD/HD/3G-SDI Cable
Driver and Re-clocker
SDI Out
SDI Out
Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI
Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI converts SD and HD video from HDMI to SDI, and SDI
to HDMI with embedded audio simultaneously. For example, you can convert the HDMI output
from an HDV camera to SDI for longer cable lengths, while also converting an SDI return feed
to HDMI so you can connect to an HDMI TV.
If you have only one input connected, the SDI and HDMI outputs both become loop outputs so
you can feed the input signal to other HDMI and SDI equipment.
Your Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI automatically detects SD/HD/3G-SDI input format
and sets the output format to match.
This tiny broadcast quality converter is protected by a strong aluminum chassis. It is powered
over USB, meaning you can power your Blackmagic Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI
from your laptop or television’s USB connector using a common micro USB cable. Micro USB
cables are used to connect some cell phones to chargers and laptops, so if you have one of
these, you can use the same cable. If the USB connector on your cable is a different type,
the correct cable can be purchased from most electronic equipment stores.
SDI OUT
MicroConverter
BiDirectional SDI/HDMI
SDI IN
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
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