Used Blackmagic Design Bi-Directional SDI to HDMI 3G Micro Converter

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2025-01-28T02:51:42

Rated 5 out of 5

very good, me funciono perfectamente

very good, me funciono perfectamente

Johanna M.

2023-04-11T09:03:22

Rated 5 out of 5

Add Tally to BMPCC

I use these to add tally light to my bmpcc within our Blackmagic system and I couldn't be happier. They work every time!

ZACHARY B.

2023-03-12T10:11:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

The BlackMagic HDMI to SDI 3G mini converter is small enough to mount on the SmallRig cage for my Canon M50 Mk II and converts 1080p HDMI to SDI which is successfully captured by the BlackMagic 3G mini recorder. This allows me to use more robust SDI cables to connect my cameras to my computer while maintaining broadcast quality. The 3G does not do 4K, but I am not interested in producing 4K instructional videos for distribution over such things as YouTube or Zoom. Further, the HDMI output from the Canon M50 Mk II is limited to 1080p and USB is limited to 720p.

BARBARA N.

2022-12-11T07:39:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Great experience

Speedy delivery.

YOUSUF N.

2022-07-07T08:33:15

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Value - easy setup

Great Value - easy plug and play. Using to connect and older Canon Video Cam with HDMI to SDI for streaming input. Have found Black Magic profucts to always be high quality.

ROSE S.

2022-04-17T09:07:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Good product. Good value.

Works perfectly and is less expensive than other products on the market. Their small size is also a quarter of the size of the converters I previously used. I own several of these for doing live video productions where I convert the HDMI feeds from cameras into the SDI inputs on my switcher. Good product. Good value.

David M.

2022-03-22T06:20:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Great!

This unit was inexpensive and made the conversion from SDI to HDMI at the TV a simple plug and play. We started out with two bidirectional units first and then found these that allowed us to pair it with one bidirectional encoder.

Ernest B.

2022-03-22T06:15:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Just what we needed.

This is an amazing converter that is simple to hookup and was what we needed to extend the in-house video over long distance runs with full HD 1080p. The one thing that would have made it better is if it could be powered over the cabling and not an external power source. Enabling it to power if if no signal was present would be a nice feature too.

Ernest B.

2021-11-04T18:18:40

Rated 4 out of 5

Great device, just a little confusing on the error lights

No problems at all with this, although the blinking light on the sdi side that means the HDMI cable has a problem is somewhat confusing.

Mark M.

2021-10-14T08:29:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Definitely Worth It!

Great Product! Will definitely buy again!

Josh J.

2021-10-11T08:54:44

Rated 5 out of 5

When you need one... you need one.

Bulletproof and quick shipping!

ALBERT S.

2021-10-03T11:42:34

Rated 4 out of 5

Great rack

The rack was perfect for our situation. We had several items we needed to put in the rack and it held them all and could not have felt more sturdy.

Paul M.

2021-08-12T08:45:18

Rated 5 out of 5

Good product and price

It worked exactly as intended and had a great price point. I will definitely be using this in the future.

JOHN M.

2021-06-30T08:37:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid

Works just as expected. I keep several of these around to be used when they are needed. The SDI loop out is nice as well.

YOUNG K.

2021-06-30T08:34:16

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for the studio HD switcher

Did exactly as it said it would. I own a blackmagic atem television studio HD. I have wanted to control the blackmagic pocket cinema camera and especially the zoom in and out settings and it does just that using both sdi ports. I love it and have had no issues with it.

ZACHARY N.

2021-06-27T09:50:54

Rated 4 out of 5

Works great; no power supply

Works great, always use this brand. Didn?t realize when I bought that it had no power supply?had to buy a usb c power supply separately.

AARON C.

2021-06-11T10:07:56

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT little converter!

I work for a television station and use the Blackmagic converters all the time, and this SDI to HDMI converter works great.

BILL F.

2021-05-21T13:04:52

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Convertor with power supply!

Worked great out of the box was used to set up a Single Sony A6400 Camera for live streaming and in this facility for broadcast on 3 TVs. Lots more oats and pieces used on this Install. This is just one piece of the set up puzzle.

Keith B.

2021-05-21T12:52:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Worked great!

Worked great out of the box.

Keith B.

2021-05-19T19:26:31

Rated 5 out of 5

As advertised

As advertised

Gregory R.

2021-05-17T06:45:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid, small, and does what I need

It is solid, small, and is working exactly as I need it to.

ROBERT H.

2021-04-23T08:25:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Great

Compact Works great

CHRISTOPHER V.

2021-04-22T10:06:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice little convertor, best price and quality.

Great price, does the job easily. wanted it for external monitor with my Blackmagic Production Camera 4K. LUTs can be uploaded easily. Expected quality from BM and great price point.

Mohamed O.

2021-04-16T08:16:13

Rated 2 out of 5

No power cord

I ordered the black magic Sdi to hdmi and it did not come with the power cord. Worked great otherwise. Timely delivery and easy to use.

LARRY M.

2021-03-30T12:23:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Great buy

Did exactly what we needed it to do!

RANDY R.

2021-03-18T09:08:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Works perfectly for C100 live workflow.

These work flawlessly. We rely on them to convert our outputs from Canon C100 HDMI to this making it SDI for long cable runs back to our switcher. A must have.

Drew R.

2021-03-17T09:37:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing little life saver

The Blackmagic cross converter should be in every video tech's workbox. Amazing little life saver

JOHN G.

2021-03-03T07:38:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Great, easy to use product

Great product, works as it should.

JEREMY J.

2021-02-25T21:32:43

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect little device.

Purchased 3 of these BiDirectional SDI/HDMI converters and they are awesome. Served my needs perfectly and with a little creativity, they can provide a lot of flexible options. They provide both directions simultaneously or a loop back/thru if one of the inputs is not present. Pretty cleverly designed.

TONY S.

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Blackmagic Design Micro Converter Specifications

Connections

Connections

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  • SDI Video Inputs

    1x SD, HD or 3G-SDI

  • SDI Video Outputs

    Automatically matches the HDMI video input.

  • HDMI Video Inputs

    HDMI Type A in.

  • HDMI Outputs

    HDMI Type A out

  • Multi Rate Support

    Auto detection of SD or HD

  • Updates, Configurations and Power

    USB Type-C

  • Reclocking

    Yes

Standards

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  • SDI Video Standards

    525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

  • HD Video Standards

    720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
    1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p47.95, 1080p48, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
    1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
    1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
    2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI, 2Kp29.97 DCI, 2Kp30 DCI, 2Kp47.95 DCI, 2Kp48 DCI, 2Kp50 DCI, 2Kp59.94 DCI, 2Kp60 DCI
    2KPsF25 DCI, 2KPsF29.97 DCI, 2KPsF30 DCI

  • SDI Compliance

    SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M

  • SDI Video Rates

    SDI video connections are switchable between standard definition, and user selectable for level A or B via setup utility.

  • SDI Color Precision

    4:2:2

  • SDI Color Space

    YUV

  • SDI Auto Switching

    Automatically detects SD, HD and 3G-SDI.

  • HDMI Video Standards

    525i29.97 NTSC, 625i25 PAL
    720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
    1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p47.95, 1080p48, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
    1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60

  • HDMI Color Precision

    4:2:2

  • HDMI Color Space

    YUV

Copy Protection

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  • Copy Protection

    HDMI input is unable to capture from copy protected HDMI sources.
    Always confirm copyright ownership before capture or distribution of content.

Camera Control

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  • Camera Control

    Bidirectional signal conversion supports Blackmagic Camera Control and Tally.

Software

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  • Software Control

    Mac and Windows software upgrade via USB

  • Internal Software Upgrade

    Via USB

Operating Systems

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  • Operating Systems

    Mac 10.14 Mojave, Mac 10.15 Catalina or later.
    Windows 10

Settings Control

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  • Settings Control

    Via software utility.

Power Requirements

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  • Power Consumption

    2.5 W

  • Operational Voltage Range

    4.4V to 5.25V DC

Environmental

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  • Operating temperature

    32 Degree to 104 Degree F (0 Degree to 40 Degree C)

  • Storage temperature

    -4 Degree to 140 Degree F (-20 Degree to 60 Degree C)

  • Relative Humidity

    0% to 90% non-condensing

General

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  • Dimensions

    3.18 x 2.32 x 0.98" (8.1 x 5.9 x 2.5cm)

  • Weight

    6.13 oz (174g)

About Blackmagic Design Bi-Directional SDI to HDMI 3G Micro Converter - SKU#1959295

FEATURED REVIEWS

very good, me funciono perfectamente

By Johanna M.

very good, me funciono perfectamente

Add Tally to BMPCC

By ZACHARY B.

I use these to add tally light to my bmpcc within our Blackmagic system and I couldn't be happier. They work every time!

How to transform your video setup with the Blackmagic Design's Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI 3G. This compact, high-quality converter is a game-changer in the world of video technology, offering simultaneous SDI to HDMI and HDMI to SDI conversion, even when using different standards. It supports resolutions up to DCI 2K in SDI and 1080p60 in HDMI, ensuring your video quality remains top-notch.

Designed with a focus on compatibility, this efficient converter enables camera control conversion for Blackmagic HDMI cameras like the BMPCC 4K or 6K. This feature allows these cameras to be compatible with an SDI-based live switcher, enhancing the flexibility of your video setup.

The Micro Converter BiDirectional SDI/HDMI 3G is encased in a durable, robust metal housing with reliable connector interfaces. Its compact design makes it a portable solution for your video conversion needs. It features LED status indicators for power and signal, providing real-time feedback on the status of your connections.

A USB Type-C port powers the converter and allows for updates via your Mac or PC, adding to its user-friendly appeal. The converter also supports HDMI camera control, unlocking the full potential of your HDMI-output BMPCC 4K or 6K cameras when used with an SDI-based live switcher.

Experience seamless integration with HD and SD timecode support. This converter can effortlessly convert HDMI timecode to SDI and vice versa, maintaining synchronization across all devices. It also features built-in re-clocking on the 3G-SDI output, ensuring stable output over long cable runs.

With wider resolution support, from NTSC and PAL up to DCI 2Kp60 for SDI and up to 1080p60 for HDMI, this converter is incredibly versatile. It's ideal for a wide range of professional broadcast resolutions, including cine-style 48 fps.

The converter also supports both SDI and HDMI embedded audio input and output, ensuring your audio remains synchronized and integrated with your video. Power the converter from a monitor, laptop, or other component using the USB Type-C port, or use an optional 100-240 VAC power supply for added versatility.

Blackmagic Design Bi-Directional SDI to HDMI 3G Micro Converter - SKU#1959295 Features

  • Bidirectional SDI/HDMI Conversion: Simultaneously converts SDI to HDMI and vice versa, even with different standards
  • Supports DCI 2K and 1080p60 Resolutions: Allows DCI 2K in SDI and 1080p60 in HDMI
  • HDMI Camera Control Conversion: Enables use of BMPCC 4K or 6K with an SDI-based live switcher
  • Timecode Support: Offers HD and SD timecode support and conversion between HDMI and SDI
  • SDI Re-Clocking: Ensures stable 3G-SDI output over long cable runs and is compatible with SMPTE standards
  • Broad Resolution Compatibility: Supports a wide range of pro broadcast resolutions, including cine-style 48 fps
  • Embedded Audio Support: Facilitates both HDMI and SDI embedded audio input and output
  • LED Status Indicators: Provides visual feedback for video and power signals
  • Multiple Powering Options: Can be powered via USB Type-C port or separately available 100-240 VAC power supply with four international adapters

What's in the box:

  • Blackmagic Design Bi-Directional SDI to HDMI 3G Micro Converter