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Blackmagic Design Teranex Express

The Blackmagic Design Teranex Express is a real-time SD, HD, and Ultra HD up/down converter, allowing seamless conversion of SD and HD footage to Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) for high-resolution displays or downscaling Ultra HD footage for HD monitors. Leveraging Teranex's patented advanced processing technology, this converter offers 10-bit processing with superior de-interlacing and Ultra HD scaling algorithms. It can also synchronise non-genlock feeds or cameras for live production, retaining timecode, closed captions, and audio sync-ideal for real-time editing or broadcast environments.

The Teranex Express features two SDI input connectors-one 12G and one 6G-and matching output connectors, which support 12G-SDI and a Dual Link 6G-SDI signals. The in/out connections also support SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI signals, for compatibility with your existing SDI equipment. Loop outputs for each input and a genlock input are provided as well as an industry standard socket, so you can install an optional optical fiber module to run video up to 28 miles over fiber optic cable.

Controls at Your Fingertips

Using the same familiar control panel as the Teranex 2D and 3D, the Teranex Express puts all the controls you need at your fingertips. The built-in LCD monitor lets you navigate menus and see source format and frame rate with live video, so you don't need an external monitor for operation. The Teranex Express also features a machined metal front panel, compact 1 RU size, and a built-in international power supply.

12G-SDI and Dual-Link 6G

12G-SDI provides 12 Gb/s of throughout, which is about 8 times faster than HD-SDI. The increased bandwidth lets you output Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) over a single cable and support Ultra HD 60p as well as other new formats as they become available. The 12G-SDI input/output connectors, along with the 6G-SDI input/output connectors (used for Dual Link signals), are also compatible with SD, HD, and 3G-SDI signals.

10-Bit Image Processing

With high-precision 10-bit image processing, you get four times the amount of colours than 8-bit, yielding smoother gradations and reducing colour banding or other unwanted artifacts.

Deinterlacing

Using proprietary and patented PixelMotion deinterlacing algorithms, the Teranex Express creates progressive frames for conversion by adjusting the aperture on a pixel-by-pixel basis. This means you get improved image quality because the vertical resolution is maintained. PixelMotion deinterlacing preserves source detail and, when combined with multi-direction diagonal filters, helps eliminate jagged edges on conversion, yielding well-defined edges and sharp images.

Image Scaling

With all new real-time optical quality scaling algorithms that simulate an optical zoom, you get images with high detail and clarity. When converting between SD, HD, and Ultra HD resolution, sub-pixel processing and multi-directional diagonal filters to produce clean looking images.

Proc Amp Controls

A complete set of Pro Amp controls let you adjust luminance gain, black level, chroma saturation, chroma hue, R-Y/B-Y colour difference values, and sharpness of source feeds and make correction in real time during conversions.

Audio, Timecode, and Subtitles

Video includes a lot more than images, and Teranex also supports conversion of up to 16 audio channels plus timecode and closed caption VANC data. This means timecode matches during conversion to the 0 frames, and subtitles are retained. The Teranex Express is also compatible with Dolby encoded audio, letting it be passed to the output without having to decode or re-encoded during up and down conversions.

Optional Optical Fiber Module

The Teranex Express can carry video signals up to 28 miles over fiber optic cables using the optional Optical Fiber Module.

AFD/WSS

Active Format Distribution (AFD) and Widescreen Signaling (WSS) are a standard set of codes that carry information about a video signal's aspect ratio and active picture characteristics. Ternanew Express preserves AFD and WSS information during the conversion process, so that means your screen will automatically select the correct aspect ratio for video playback.

Apects Ratio Conversions

The Teranex Express supports a wide range of fixed aspect ratios as well as colour fill, letting you convert between 4:3, 16:9, and more.

Closed Caption

Now mandatory in many countries for broadcast distribution, captions are usually stored as ancillary data embedded into an SDI stream. The Teranex Express understands the different types of Closed Caption data found in SD and HD video streams, and will preserve and convert it into the proper CEA-608 or CEA-708 format for your output video.

Timecode

ATC/VITC timecode is passed through and retained during the conversion process, so source timecode is always preserved. You also have the option to jam sync of generate new timecode for sources that have inconsistent or unusable embedded timecode.

Test Pattern Generator

For colour calibrating monitors or aligning digital projectors, the internal test pattern generator can display black burst and test patterns, including SMPTE colour bars, grids, and resolution charts.

Power

A built-in 110/240V international power supply with a standard IEC connection lets you use the Teranex Express anywhere in the world, when used with the appropriate power cord.

SDI Video Input
1 x 12G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G switchable)
  1 x 6G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, and 6G switchable); usable as dual link input for 4:2:2 3G or 6G
SDI Video Loop
1 x 12G-SDI, 10-bit, reclocked (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G switchable)
  1 x 6G-SDI, 10-bit, reclocked (SD, HD, 3G, and 6G switchable)
SDI Video Output
1 x 12G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G switchable)
  1 x 6G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, and 6G switchable); usable as dual link input for 4:2:2 3G or 6G
SDI Audio Input
16 channels of embedded SDI audio
SDI Audio Output
16 channels of embedded SDI audio
Dolby Support
Dolby AC-3 pass through in all conversions
  Dolby E pass through except during video frame rate conversions
Multi-Rate Support
SDI connections are switchable between SD, HD/2K, and Ultra HD
  SDI switches between 270 Mb/s SD-SDI, 1.5 Gb/s HD-SDI, 3 Gb/s HD, and 6 Gb/s or 12 Gb/s Ultra HD
Sync Input
Blackburst in SD or TriSync HD
Interface
Illuminated pushbuttons, status LEDs, and LCD with onscreen menus
Computer Interface
USB 2.0 mini B port for software updates and configuration
SDI Resolution
525 NTSC, 625 PAL, 720HD, 1080HD, 2K (2048x1080) and Ultra HD 4K (3840x2160) switchable
Format Support
SD
  525/29.97 NTSC
  625/25 PAL
  HD
  720p 50/59.94
  1080i 50/59.94
  1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97
  1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94
  2K
  2048x1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97
  2048x1080p 23.94/24/25/29.97
  UHD 4K
  3840x2160p 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94
SDI Compliance
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, and SMPTE 425M
SDI Metadata Support
VITC/ATC support, SMPTE 12M
  Video indexing support including WSS, RP186 and AFD, SMPTE 2016
  Closed captioning support for conversions to and from 608 and 708, SMPTE 334M.
Audio Sampling
24-bit, 48 kHz
Video Sampling
0.17
Colour Precision
10-bit
Colour Space
Rec 601, Rec 709
Aspect Ratio Conversion
Real time fixed aspect ratio conversions
Real Time Video Processing
Includes colour correction and proc amp control
Format Conversion
Real time up conversion, down conversion, cross conversion
Colourspace Conversion
Hardware based real time
Software Control
Software control utility (included) for changing settings via Windows 7 and Mac OS X
Internal Software Upgrade
Automatic upgrades when connected via USB 2.0
Supported Operating Systems
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion or later
  Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion or later
  Windows 7
  Windows 8
Power Supply
1 x Built-in international AC power supply with IEC C14 inlet
  100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz
Operating Temperature
41 to 122° F (5 to 50° C)
Storage Temperature
-4 to 113° F (-20 to 45° C)
Dimensions
48.3 x 4.5 x 11.7 cm
Weight
1.45 kg


* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice.

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