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Blackmagic Design Teranex Mini HDMI to Optical 12G Converter (Optical Fiber Module Not Included)

The Teranex Mini HDMI to Optical 12G Converter by Blackmagic Design is designed for high-resolution video workflows, offering seamless conversion of HDMI signals to either 12G-SDI or fiber outputs, depending on the configuration. With support for resolutions up to DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 60p, this compact unit automatically matches output resolution to the HDMI input, ensuring smooth integration with various setups. The optional optical fiber module allows for extended transmission distances, making it ideal for professional A/V installations, live events, and broadcast applications that require flexibility and reliability.

An optical fiber module is not included but is supported on the rear. 3G and 6G modules are currently available (model #s ADPT-3GBI/OPT and ADPT-6GBI/OPT), and 12G modules are in the works.

The Teranex Mini HDMI to Optical 12G Converter also features full-size XLR inputs that are switchable between balanced analog and AES/EBU digital audio, and which allow you to connect separate audio. The converter also has an Ethernet port that allows you to manage the converter remotely from a Mac or Windows computer using the included Converter Utility software. This capability is especially useful when you're in a larger facility using numerous converters.

The Ethernet port can alternatively be used for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). If you don't want to use PoE, 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.

The Teranex Mini can be used rack-mounted, concealed in cable ducts, or desktop-mounted. Its compact size makes it useful for portable racks at live events or in broadcast trucks. Up to three units can easily be installed in an optional 1 RU 19" rack tray.

The standard front panel can be replaced with an optional Smart Panel that offers a spin knob, colour 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 and verify timecode. 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 while seeing exactly what you're converting.

The Teranex Mini is designed with intelligent heat dissipation that prevents overheating. What makes this feature so effective 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 minimising 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.

Optical Fiber Support
Supports optional optical fiber module
HDMI Input
1x HDMI 2.0 type A
SDI Video Output
1x 12G-SDI on BNC, automatically matches the HDMI video input resolution
Analog Audio Input
2 channels professional balanced analog audio via XLR connectors
  Right XLR can be configured for timecode input
AES/EBU Audio Input
4 channels professional 110 ohm balanced digital audio via XLR connectors
  Right XLR can be configured for timecode input
Multi Rate Support
Automatic switching between SD, HD, 2K, and 4K
Updates and Configuration
USB or Ethernet
Re-Clocking
Yes
SD Format Support
525/29.97 NTSC, 625/25 PAL
HD Format Support
1280 x 720p50, 1280 x 720p59.94, 1280 x 720p60, 1920 x 1080i50, 1920 x 1080i59.94, 1920 x 1080i60, 1920 x 1080p23.98, 1920 x 1080p24, 1920 x 1080p25, 1920 x 1080p29.97, 1920 x 1080p30, 1920 x 1080p50, 1920 x 1080p59.94, 1920 x 1080p60
2K Format Support
2048 x 1080PsF23.98, 2048 x 1080PsF24, 2048 x 1080PsF25, 2048 x 1080p23.98, 2048 x 1080p24, 2048 x 1080p25
4K Format Support
3840 x 2160p23.98, 3840 x 2160p24, 3840 x 2160p25, 3840 x 2160p29.97, 3840 x 2160p30, 3840 x 2160p50, 3840 x 2160p59.94, 3840 x 2160p60, 4096 x 2160p23.98, 4096 x 2160p24, 4096 x 2160p25, 4096 x 2160p29.97, 4096 x 2160p30, 4096 x 2160p50, 4096 x 2160p59.94, 4096 x 2160p60
SDI Compliance
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M-B, SMPTE 425M, SMPTE 297M for Optical Fiber SDI
SDI Video Rates
SDI video connections are auto switching between SD-SDI, HD-SDI, high definition level B 3G-SDI, 6G-SDI, and 12G-SDI
SDI Video Sampling
4:2:2 and 4:4:4
SDI Audio Sampling
Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24-bit
SDI Colour Precision
YUV 4:2:2 and RGB 4:4:4 in HD, 2K, and 4K
SDI Colour Space
REC 601, REC 709
HDMI Format Support
525/29.97 NTSC, 625/25 PAL, 1280 x 720p50, 1280 x 720p59.94, 1280 x 720p60, 1920 x 1080i50, 1920 x 1080i59.94, 1920 x 1080i60, 1920 x 1080p23.98, 1920 x 1080p24, 1920 x 1080p25, 1920 x 1080p29.97, 1920 x 1080p30, 1920 x 1080p50, 1920 x 1080p59.94, 1920 x 1080p60, 2048 x 1080p23.98, 2048 x 1080p24, 2048 x 1080p25, 3840 x 2160p23.98, 3840 x 2160p24, 3840 x 2160p25, 3840 x 2160p29.97, 3840 x 2160p30, 3840 x 2160p50, 3840 x 2160p59.94, 3840 x 2160p60, 4096 x 2160p23.98, 4096 x 2160p24, 4096 x 2160p25, 4096 x 2160p29.97, 4096 x 2160p30, 4096 x 2160p50, 4096 x 2160p59.94, 4096 x 2160p60
HDMI Colour Space
REC 601, REC 709
HDMI Colour Precision
YUV 4:2:2 and RGB 4:4:4 in HD, 2K, and 4K
Software Control
Mac OS X and Windows software upgrade via USB and Ethernet
Internal Software Upgrade
Via included updater application
Basic Settings Control
Mini Switches, USB, and Ethernet via free software utility
Power Supply
1x built-in international AC power supply with IEC C14 inlet
  90 - 240 VAC input
Power Over Ethernet
Can be powered via 48 VDC using PoE (Power-over-Ethernet)
Power Consumption
15 W
Operational Voltage Range
90 - 240 VAC
Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temperature
-4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Dimensions
14 x 4.6 x 17 cm (with SDI port included)
Weight
0.6 kg


* Specifications subject to change by the manufacturer without notice.

  • Blackmagic Design Teranex Mini HDMI to Optical 12G Converter (Optical Fiber Module Not Included)
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