1080p60 audio to SDI converter - Blackmagic Design BLM-CONVMCAUDS2

The Mini Converter Audio to SDI is a compact and versatile device that lets you embed audio signals into any SDI source, supporting SD and HD formats up to 1080p 60. Audio can be input as a balanced analog signal or as a digital AES/EBU signal, using convenient ¼" connectors that are ideal for connecting to mixers, analog decks, and other professional equipment. This flexibility makes the converter a perfect solution for those who need to integrate audio and video without the cost of Ultra HD models. Its design makes it reliable and easy to use, ensuring compatibility with broadcast and post-production workflows, where signal quality and stability are crucial.

Technical characteristics

Connections

• SDI video inputs: 1 x SD, HD or 3G-SDI
• SDI video outputs: 1 x embedded SDI output
• Analog audio inputs: 4 channels balanced analog audio
• Digital audio inputs: 8 channels balanced AES/EBU audio
• SDI redundant input: automatically switches over if main SDI input is lost
• Multi rate support: auto detection of SD, HD or 3G-SDI
• Updates and configuration: via USB 2.0 high speed (480 Mb/s)
• Reclocking: yes

Standards

• SD video standards: 720 x 486i 59.94 NTSC, 720 x 576i 50 PAL
• HD video standards: 720p 50, 720p 59.94, 720p 60, 1080p 23.98, 1080p 24, 1080p 25, 1080p 29.97, 1080p 30, 1080p 50, 1080p 59.94, 1080p 60 1080PsF 23.98, 1080PsF 24, 1080PsF 25, 1080PsF 29.97, 1080PsF 30, 1080i 50, 1080i 59.94, 1080i 60
• 2K video standards: 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p, 2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K DCI 25PsF
• SDI compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M level B, SMPTE 425M level B, ITU-R BT.656, ITU-R BT.601
• SDI video rates: SDI video inputs are automatically detected between standard definition, high definition and level B 3G‑SDI
• SDI video sampling: 4:2:2, 4:4:4
• SDI audio sampling: television standard sample rate 48 kHz 24 bit
• SDI color precision: 4:2:2, 4:4:4
• SDI color space: YUV, RGB
• SDI auto switching: automatic selection between SD, HD and 3G-SDI

Software

• Software control: Mac and Windows software upgrade via USB
• Internal software upgrade: via included updater application

Operating systems

• Mac: 10.15 Catalina, 11.1 Big Sur or later
• Windows: 10 64-bit

Settings control

• Control: mini switches or USB software

Power requirements

• Power supply: +12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters for most countries. Cable tie point
• Power consumption: 8.40 W
• Operational voltage range: 12 V_DC

Environmental specifications

• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 °C
• Storage temperature: -20 to 45 °C
• Relative humidity: 0 to 90 % non-condensing

Physical specifications

• Dimensions: 114.83 x 92.27 x 23 mm
• Weight: 0.215 kg

What's included

• Mini Converter Audio to SDI
• Included: 12 V universal power supply with international adapters