The KanexPro HDMI to Composite with Audio Converter is designed to convert HDMI signals into analog composite video with R/L audio. It supports HDMI input resolutions up to Full HD 1080p at 60Hz, and offers analog composite video output up to NTSC 480i or PAL 576i. It also strips the audio from HDMI sources and spreads it out to two-channel stereo audio for TVs.

This converter allows you to run your HD sources to analog A/V monitors or projector. The converter is not HDCP compliant, and therefore will not work with HD sources requiring HDCP compliance. For example, the more recent Blu-ray players require HDCP compliance, while the original ones did not.

Converts HDMI Signals to Composite Video    HDMI Input Resolution - Up to 1080p    Composite Output Up to 480i / 576i    Decodes Uncompressed Analog Audio    Rack or Under-Desk Mountable

Designed to convert HDMI signals into analog composite video with R/L audio

Supports HDMI input resolutions up to 1080p (1920x1080 at 60Hz)

Provides analog composite video output up to NTSC 480i or PAL 576i

Decodes uncompressed analog audio signal from an HDMI source

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work with an Atomos external recorder like my Shogun Inferno? I need to connect this to an old VHS camera and record the S-Video or RCA signal straight from camera into the Atomos Shogun but I know Atomos is very picky. Anybody here have tested this product with Atomos? Thanks

A: Works with Odyssey 7Q+....

Q: 2. what is the frame rate of this converter for hdmi out ? does it gives 50i ?

A: Do not buy, poor resolution.

Q: 3. I just bought this, but it's not working with a 1280x768 resolution. Any advice?

A: Sorry I do not have any advice. I too have a similar issue.

Q: 4. Is the composite output aspect ratio 4x3 or 16x9?

A: The output aspect ratio is 4x3, and is a standard NTSC analog 640 horizontal by 480 vertical lines (interlaced), which can be displayed by any device with a composite (yellow RCA connector) input. The Kanex will accept an HDMI 480, 720, or 1080 vertical line input and downscale it to 480 lines.However, the output image you see depends on the format of the HDMI input and the formatting capabilities of composite display. Formatting refers to the ability to crop, fill, or distort the display. Since a 16x9 format will not directly fit a 4x3 display, one of these 3 options must be used: Cropping removes left and right side portions of the image to fill the display. Distortion squeezes in the sides of the image to fill the display. Filling adds black bars at the top and bottom of the image (Letterbox mode) to fill the display. The Kanex does no cropping or distortion; with a standard 16x9 HDMI input signal, it displays in Letterbox mode. None of the image is cropped or distorted, but instead filled to fit the 640x480 (4x3) format. In my situation, I pull 16x9 video from a PC, edit on an old composite 4x3 DVR, and display on an old 4x3 CRT. Output quality is good with very good color. I do notice some brightness and contrast shifts from the source, which need touching up on the display unit or color corrector if you have one.Hope this helps!

Q: 5. If a 4:3 aspect ratio composite video signal is input, will the 4:3 aspect ratio be preserved when the hdmi output is displayed on a modern monitor, or is the image stretched to 16:9 aspect ratio?

A: This device allows you to select the scaling and zooming that works best for the image.

Q: 6. has anyone powered this unit with USB power instead of plugging it into the wall? Does it need to be plugged into the wall?

A: Hi Mark. The unit requires a 5 volt DC source at 2 amps. Any power supply of 5 volts DC with at least a 2 amp rating will power the unit. So, if you have a USB power supply of 5 volts that can supply the amp rating it should work. Please be aware of the polarity of the power supply you are using. And no, I have not tried powering the unit from a USB port or power supply, but it is a good question.

Q: 7. I want to convert several analog videos to a digital format using the Elgato Systems USB Video Converter (or similar converter). If I use the KanexPro in conjunction with the Elgato Converter, will it improve the final image quality?

A: Sorry, but these cannot be used together. The Elgato creates a file, not video signal. The KanexPro needs a video signal in order to work. Generally speaking, you cannot up rez video to significantly improve the image quality. Usually, all you can hope for is making the original as good as it can.

Q: 8. Will this product allow me to convert VCR composite video tapes to HDMI 4K to connect to Smart 4K TV (with only HDMI inputs).. What will the quality of the picture be ???

A: This product is designed to scale analog video up to UHD Resolutions. This should allow you to convert your VCR with composite outputs to HDMI for use with your 4K Smart TV and it will give you a UHD signal.

Q: 9. I want to take the RCA output of my cameras and pass it through this unit to have upscaled HDMI output. I am trying to extend the useful life of my cameras - which are otherwise excellent! The other issue is I still need to record the video to something. Do you have any suggestions for this type of setup? Thank you!

A: I use it for a similar set up and it works fine.I use a stand alone dvr.

Q: 10. Anyone use this on the newer samsungs with the stupid junction box? Every other converter I've tried wont work with it so I'd rather know before wasting time and money.

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