Studio Converter 2 from Blackmagic Design is a converter that transmit SDI video signals via optical fiber and convert the signal to SDI for the usage with video switchers. If you use this unit with ATEM Camera Converter, you can send video signals, up to 28 miles between camera and switcher via the available optical fiber cables. As a comparison, distributing the same signal via the traditional copper cable can only span for 300 feet.
When setting up this Blackmagic Design Studio Converter 2, you can connect between the switcher, up to 4 ATEM Camera Converter units. This setup allows this device to accept the signals from any fiber cable which then converted the signal to SDI via 10-bit processing, and send the signal to the switcher. This device can handle SD/HD signals, as such when using the available ATEM Camera Converter, you can use any camera with the SD/HDMI output.
This Blackmagic Design Studio Converter 2 also has the function as 4 independent simultaneous bi-directional SD/HD-SDI to optical converters. On features, there are built-in mic input, speaker and a headphone jack that gives Talkback Audio for communicating with camera operators. As for OS Compatibility, this device can work with Mac (OS 10.7 and 10.8) and Windows (7 and 8). The power requirement is at 110 - 220V AC, 50/60 Hz with 12 - 31 V DC redundant input. IEC power cord is required but not included.
Standards HD Format Support SDI 1080p 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080PsF 30/29.97/25/24/223.98 1080i 60/59.94/50/ 720p 60/59.94/50
SD Format Support NTSC: 525i 59.94 PAL: 625i 50
Video SDI Video Input 4 x 10 bit SD/HD switchable camera inputs 1 x 10 bit SD/HD switchable program input from switcher, including Tally information embedded in the SDI signal
SDI Compliance SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M
Video Sampling 4:2:2
Color Precision 10-bit
Color Space REC 601 REC 709
Optical Fiber Video Input 4 x single mode SD/HD switchable camera inputs with LC connector
Optical Fiber Input 4 x single mode LC connectors for video with embedded audio Channels 1 & 2 are camera audio Channels 15 & 16 are talkback audio
Output 4 x single mode LC connectors for video with embedded audio Channels 1 & 2 are camera audio Channels 15 & 16 are talkback audio
Audio Audio Sampling 48 KHz 24-bit A/D conversion
Analog Audio Output 4 x 3-Pin XLR Balanced Audio Pairs (1 x pair per fiber input) 2 x RCA jacks provide a L/R stereo pair
Talkback 1 x 1/4" TRS headphone jack 1 x .206" TRS mic input for use with aviation style headset 1 x 3-pin XLR connector for talkback microphone 1 x integrated speaker
Talkback Control 8 x Front panel buttons for camera operator selection, lock, mute and unmute
AES/EBU Talkback Loops Input 1 x BNC mic input 1 x BNC headphone input
Output 1 x BNC mic output 1 x BNC headphone output
General OS Compatibility Mac OS X 10.7 Lion and later OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion and later
Windows Windows 7 Windows 8
Computer Interface 1 x mini-B type USB 2.0 connector for initial setup, firmware updates and Converter Utility software control
Temperature Operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage -4 to 113°F (-20 to 45°C)
Power Requirements 110 - 220V AC, 50/60 Hz 12 - 31 V DC redundant input Note: IEC power cord is required/not included, redundant power supply not included
Dimensions (H x W) 1.7 x 18.9" (44 x 482 mm) 1RU size with built-in rack mount ears
Weight 4 lb (1.81 kg)
Packaging Info Package Weight 5.05 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 19.2 x 7.5 x 3.4"
In The Box Blackmagic Design ATEM Studio Converter 2 Converter Utility Software 1-Year Limited Warranty |