The BrightEye 2 Analog-to-SDI Converter from Ensemble Designs, is a device designed for analog-to-digital conversion of component and composite video. The unit will support Beta and SMPTE component, composite, and Y/C formats. Composite video is processed through an adaptive comb filter decoder and PAL or NTSC format is automatically detected. This converter is ideal for use with VTRs and cameras, among other possible uses.

Front-panel controls allow you to select the input source and format, as well as adjust video gain. Video levels can also be adjusted through the BrightEye software package that is included with that unit and compatible with both Windows and Mac platforms.

Use this device for the analog-to-digital conversion of component and composite video.

The unit can be controlled through the push buttons on the converter's faceplate or through the proprietary software package included with the unit.

The converter will work on both Windows and Mac operating systems.

The unit offers 12-bit resolution.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can the audio be embedded to the HDMI output?

A: Whatever audio is on the SDI line will output over the HDMI. If you are looking to combine a video source with a different audio source you will want an audio to SDI miniconverter which allows you to embed up to 8 channels of audio onto a SDI line. You could then feed that SDI line into a SDI to HDMI miniconverter.

Q: 2. This can take 2 different SDI input (ex. SD1-1 and SDI-2), then this two sources can out on 1 SDI-out?

A: This is a single input output device intended for signals that require multiple connections. It does not handle independent signals.

Q: 3. is the 12V+ input accept a 2.1mm or 2.5mm jack?

A: The standard power supply is a +12 volt 0.84A universal power supply. The contact sleeve is 5.5mm in dia. and a sleeve length of 9.3mm with a 2.5mm jack.

Q: 4. I want to connect a Blackmagic 4K Camera to a Blackmagic ATEM HD. Does this help me downsizing so the ATEM recognize it?

A: According to the lil i know, yes it can downscale. You can set it on ur pc, you can downscale from 4k to 1080

Q: 5. Can this accept a DCI 4K RAW signal and down convert to 1080p?

A: No. It does not downconvert. It only converts the 4K signal from SDI to HDMI

Q: 6. does it come with a power supply?

A: Yes it does. This includes a 12V Power Supply with International Socket Adapters.

Q: 7. could this be used to extend 4 independent HD-SDi signals? trying to find a 4in 4out HDSDI amp.

A: It cannot, this product is a Multiplexer that is designed to convert 4k to UHD through the various varieties of SDI connection. If you wanted to split a single SDI signal out 4 ways you would need the Mini Converter SDI Distribution 4K, which actually will allow you to split the signal up to 8 HD-SDI connections. If this is not what you are looking to do please email us directly at provideo@bhphoto.com. From there we can assist you in finding the proper product for your needs.

Q: 8. Can use the Dual Link SDI output from my Sony PMW-F3 and convert the streams to a single SDI 3G (444)?

A: Yes, the Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI Multiplex 4K can take Dual-Link HD-SDI output from the Sony PMW-FG3 and convert it to 3G-SDI in 4:4:4.

Q: 9. Could it stitch 4 independent and not genlocked sdi signals together to one UHD output?

A: No. This signals must be precisely locked together. The Teranex Mulitivew 4 would do what you want.

Q: 10. Looking to monitor 4k raw footage from bmpc to ikan d7 monitor. Will this do the trick even if the Ikan's max res is FullHD 1280?

A: If your Ikan d7 has an HDMI input then yes it will. It works great. The big down side is there is no way to mount it to anything, ie a 1/4 20 thread, and the need to power it. If you choose to power it over D-tap the power cable can run you $60. Looking back I wish I would of purchased a Wooden Camera C-box instead.