Designed for modern broadcast, live production and AV workflows, this compact bidirectional converter delivers professional signal conversion in an extremely small form factor. It allows SDI to HDMI and HDMI to SDI conversion to happen at the same time, with each direction operating independently and even in different video standards. This makes it possible to integrate consumer HDMI equipment with professional SDI infrastructure without compromising reliability or signal quality.
Full 12G SDI support ensures compatibility with all common SD, HD and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60, including DCI 4K frame rates. Automatic multi rate detection removes the need for manual configuration, allowing the unit to instantly adapt to incoming signals across SD, HD, 2K, Ultra HD and 4K environments. This flexibility makes it especially suitable for rental, OB, studio and flypack applications where formats may change frequently during production.
Despite its ultra compact size, the converter meets strict broadcast specifications and supports a wide range of SMPTE standards. The SDI connections handle professional 4:2:2 YUV signals, while the HDMI interface uses HDMI 2.0 to maintain high quality video output. On the SDI to HDMI path, a 33 point 3D LUT can be applied via the Blackmagic Converter Utility, enabling accurate color calibration for monitors, projectors or televisions used in critical viewing environments.
A key feature of this bidirectional model is support for Blackmagic Camera Control and tally data. This allows compatible Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras to be remotely controlled over SDI when connected to professional live production switchers, simplifying cabling and reducing the need for additional control hardware in multi camera setups. Both conversion directions operate simultaneously, effectively replacing two separate converters in a single device.
Power is supplied via USB C, and this version includes an international 5 V power supply with multiple socket adapters, making it ready for immediate deployment worldwide. The ability to power the unit from the included PSU or other USB sources adds flexibility for fixed installations as well as mobile rigs. Its rugged, pocket sized design allows it to be mounted discreetly behind monitors, inside racks or directly on equipment, ensuring clean and efficient system integration.