Supporting up to 12G-SDI data rates with intelligent heat dissipation, and offering features such as XLR connections and an Ethernet control and PoE port, the Teranex Mini HDMI to SDI 12G Converter, from Blackmagic Design, is a highly improved solution for rack-mount as well as cable duct and desktop installations. Connect an HDMI signal in up to Full 4K DCI 4096x2160p resolution and route it out over up to two independent 12G-SDI outputs in the same resolution. Route 4096x2160p signals approximately 70 ft using 6G-SDI cables, and run lower-resolution signals, such as 3G-SDI or HD-SDI, for much longer than standard lengths. When 12G-SDI cables will be available on the market, you'll be able to run 4K DCI 4096x2160p signals for over 250 ft. You can also connect separate audio via full-size XLR inputs that are switchable between balanced analog and AES/EBU digital audio.

The compact size of the Teranex Mini makes it very useful for portable racks at live events or in broadcast trucks. Up to three units can easily be installed in an optional 1U 19" rack tray, and they can just as easily be removed, and all this with the advantage of 12G-SDI capability. The Ethernet port on the rear will allow you to manage the Teranex Mini remotely or can alternatively be used for power over Ethernet. If you don't want to use power over Ethernet, you won't have to deal with cumbersome power supplies, as the Teranex Mini features a built-in 90-240V power supply, and all you'll need is a standard IEC power cable, sold separately.

A major benefit of the Teranex Mini is that the standard front panel can be replaced with an optional Smart Panel that features a spin knob, color LCD, and six control buttons, including a menu button. The substantially large LCD will show you the video conversion in progress and will also let you monitor audio levels as well as verify timecode and the video standard being converted. The standard front panel simply comes off and the Smart Panel easily attaches in its place. When you're using the standard front panel, you'll have access to an array of mini switches that will let you change settings instantly in correspondence with a diagram printed on the converter. If you swap in the optional Smart Panel, you'll instead be able to use simple on-screen menus as well as see exactly what you're converting. If you're in a larger facility using numerous converters, you can manage all of them over Ethernet from a Mac or Windows computer using the included Converter Utility software.

What enables the Teranex Mini to dissipate heat so effectively and prevent overheating is a smart thermal design with crossflow cooling that achieves the optimal heat dissipation even when you have units rack-mounted side-by-side one another. An intelligent thermal subsystem and internal heat pipe assist with cooling and keep the air flowing at all times while minimizing noise. Moreover, if the Teranex Mini gets too hot, you'll instantly receive a notification through the remote control Ethernet utility and on the front panel. When multiple units are rack-mounted side by side, each Teranex Mini works together to pull air through the rack keeping all units cool and providing redundancy for each one.

The Teranex Mini HDMI to SDI 12G Converter is built using high-quality Teranex video processing technology and is ideal for all broadcast, post production, and other professional video applications.

Advanced High-Data Rate Signal Converter    Supports Up to 4K DCI 4096x2160p Signals    Two Independent 12G-SDI Outputs    Run 4096x2160p 70 ft Using 6G-SDI Cables    XLR Connections Switchable to AES/EBU    Ethernet Port for Remote Control or PoE    Supports Optional LCD Smart Front Panel    Intelligent Thermal Heat Dissipation    3 Units 1U Rack-Mountable in 19" Rack    Manage Numerous Units from a Mac or PC

• Supports up to Full 4K DCI 4096x2160p signals on input and output

• Two independent 12G-SDI outputs

• Run 4096x2160p signals approximately 70 ft using 6G-SDI cables

• Full-size XLR connections switchable between balanced analog and AES/EBU audio

• Ethernet remote control and PoE port

• Intelligent thermal design heat dissipation effectively prevents overheating

• Three units are rack-mountable in a 1U 19" rack using an optional rack tray

• Can be used desktop mounted or installed concealed in cable ducts

• Built-in 90-240V power supply requiring only a standard IEC power cable, sold separately

• An array of mini switches allow instant settings changes

• Front panel is replaceable with an optional Smart Panel featuring controls and an LCD

• Manage numerous units simultaneously using the included Converter Utility software

• Full SDI re-clocking and low jitter

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will it work as a second monitor on a mac?

A: You can connect the extended or mirrored desktop into this converter via HDMI and connect an SDI monitor to the output if you wish.

Q: 2. Can I use this to distribute video content over sdi to 2 projectors and 3 TVs with SDI to HDMI convertors in between 'Blackmagic Design Teranex Mini SDI 12G Distribution' and TVs / Projectors?

A: Yes. That is a good use for the Distribution amplifier.

Q: 3. How does it connect with the Apple Pro Display XDR? Thank you.

A: It won't work with it. It takes the input of 4 12G-SDI signals and convert to 4 HDMI 2.0 signals.

Q: 4. Is the "SDI loop out" completely clean to feed a separate down converter to 1080?

A: I’m pretty sure it is. But I think you might want to look at a Decimator MD-HX. It has scaling and dual outputs.

Q: 5. Update previous question, Can 3D luts use separately?

A: There are 2 LUTS which may be used but only one applied at a time.

Q: 6. Will this work better than a software solution for converting video shot at 60i/29.97 fps to 24p (1920 x 1080)?Many thanks..

A: This mini converter does not work that way. It only converts HDMI to SDI. Same resolution and frame rate.

Q: 7. Does it support 3D luts?

A: Yes

Q: 8. When using the converter to output analog, will the analog audio output to the XLR connections and the RCA connections at the same time? Thank you!

A: So that we may best assist you, please email us at provideo@bhphoto.com.

Q: 9. Can I use this to distribute the Program Output from BMD Atem 2 M/E Production to 3 BMD Studio Camera HD for Tally and Talkback?

A: Yes, you can.

Q: 10. I am wanting to convert a 4K video feed from a ATEM Television Studio Pro 4K to 1080p HDMI out. I am trying to connect to a Epiphan Webcaster X2. Will this Teranex be able to convert the 4K SDI out to 1080p HDMI?

A: That is not possible as this does not do scaling.