The SD-SDI to Composite Converter with Audio Embedding is an expansion board the requires the 3RU version of the XIO-series rackmount frame. The card takes a single NTSC or PAL SD-SDI input and converts to one composite analog output. So the signal can pass to downstream devices without requiring a separate distribution amplifier, the SDI input is also looped back out on two mirrored outputs. Along with video, this converter will also embed two stereo pairs (4-channels) of analog audio into the SDI stream.

Digital to Analog Video Conversion    2 x Composite Outputs    2 x SDI Looping Output    4-Channel Audio Embedding    For 3RU XIO Frame

Automatic signal equalization enables incoming SDI cable runs of up to 656' when using Belden 1694A cable

Provided LED lights to indicate the status of signals and power supply

Supports SNMP, and can be managed and monitored remotely across a network using XIO NET

Designed for use in broadcasting systems, studios, and other professional video fields

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the latency between the SDI video and analogue audio?

A: According to Blackmagic Design, the Mini Converter SDI to HDMI has a delay of less than a single line of video, except when it needs to convert PsF to P, which will take one frame. The Analog to SDI has a four line delay.

Q: 2. The manual implies this is "yes" but I'd like confirmation. After embedding 8 channels of AES/EBU into SDI on Channels 1-8, can I output the SDI into another BMD Audio to SDI Mini and embed another 8 channels of AES/EBU audio into 9-16... outputting a single SDI cable with all 16 channels of AES and video?

A: Absolutely, I do this quite often. Just some simple dip switch settings.

Q: 3. Will this de-embed audio on SDI 1080p59.94?

A: Yes, the Blackmagic Design SDI to Audio Mini Converter will de-embed audio on SDI 1080p59.94.

Q: 4. I see there are mini switches on this, what numbers to do you have on?

A: Hi Maria -Assuming that you want Analog audio out, leave all the DIP switches off. If you want digital audio out (AES) the switch positions are silkscreened on the unit. Just a note: Some Blackmagic mini converters use one switch for processing on or off which you'll need in the on position for the unit to work. This doesn't apply to this one (SDI to Audio) but to some of the others available in this product line.

Q: 5. Can this be connected to Blackmagic Design MultiView 4 HD and still work properly? Or do I need a Different Product?

A: Yes this will work. You have an SDI signal you want to add audio.

Q: 6. Can I use this as a stand alone Audio Converter? Meaning: Do I have to run an SDI Video Signal INTO the unit? or can I simply run four channels of audio into this and have it ORIGINATE the SDI signal?I'm interested in using a single SDI cable to get audio from studio to control room, but don't need to embed it into a video signal, so I'm wondering about an audio only solution. Thanks.

A: I think that would work without any issues, but I would contort Blackmagic to confirm. They have great customer service.

Q: 7. I would like to derive audio wordclock from HDMI. My ADC will accept AES as wordclock. Can I use this with CONVMBHS24K6G "HDMI to SDI 6G Mini Converter" to embed silent audio (perhaps from unconnected analog inputs?) and then extract the silence to use as wordclock with this device?

A: I'm not sure if it is necessary to feed silent audio but you certainly can. If there is no audio on an SDI track the AES audio out will be silent.

Q: 8. Is the analog audio output balanced or unbalanced?

A: The Blackmagic Design SDI to Audio Mini Converter has 4 channels of professional balanced analog audio with standard 1/4 inch jack connections.

Q: 9. can i give stereo sdi input and receive stereo output?

A: Yes, stereo will work, as this device can handle up to 4 channels of analog signal and 8 channels digital.

Q: 10. will this change the frames per second? ex:1080p60 to 1080i59.97

A: No it does not.