Black Box 3G-SDI/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter

The Black Box 3G-SDI/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter is the essential tool for professional video and broadcast workflows. Engineered for reliability and convenience, this converter bridges high-end SDI sources with mainstream HDMI displays, enabling clear monitoring, precise verification, and seamless integration into live production environments. Whether you’re fielding cameras on a set, routing signals in a control room, or delivering feeds to monitors in a newsroom, this compact device delivers broadcast-grade signal integrity with simplicity and speed. It supports 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, or SD-SDI inputs and converts them for flawless HDMI output, ensuring your critical video remains pristine from capture to display.

• Versatile SDI input support: Accepts 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI signals with automatic format recognition, letting you connect professional cameras, routers, decks, or other SDI devices without manual reconfiguration.
• HDMI output up to 1080p60: Delivers crisp, color-accurate video to HDMI displays for on-set monitoring, post-production review, or live event verification—ideal for studio and field workflows.
• Embedded audio pass-through: Carries embedded SDI audio through to the HDMI output, enabling synchronized video and audio on a single display or capture device for streamlined monitoring and recording.
• Low-latency, real-time conversion: Designed for live production, providing fast, dependable performance with minimal delay to keep your critical feeds synchronized during broadcasts and events.
• Rugged, portable design: Built with a compact metal enclosure for durability in the field and studio, offering reliable operation in demanding environments and easy placement on a rack or desk.

Technical Details of Black Box 3G-SDI/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter

• 1 x SDI (BNC) supporting 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI signals
• 1 x HDMI (Type A)
• HDMI output supports up to 1080p60
• Embedded SDI audio is carried through to HDMI
• 5V DC external power supply required
• Compact metal enclosure designed for desktop or discreet installation in studios or field setups

How to install Black Box 3G-SDI/HD-SDI to HDMI Converter

• Connect your SDI source (camera, deck, or router) to the SDI input on the converter using a standard BNC cable.
• Attach an HDMI display or capture device to the HDMI output with a standard HDMI cable.
• Connect the external 5V power supply to the converter and plug it into power. Ensure the unit powers up properly.
• Power on both the SDI source and the HDMI display and allow the converter to auto-detect the input format. Confirm that the HDMI monitor shows a clean SDI signal.
• Use the status indicators on the unit (if present) to verify signal integrity and that the device is operating in the expected mode. Adjust lighting or color settings on the monitor as needed for accurate monitoring.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What resolutions does the HDMI output support? A: The converter supports HDMI output up to 1080p60, ideal for standard HD monitoring and workflows. It automatically detects the SDI input format and outputs a compatible HDMI signal.
• Q: Can it carry audio from SDI sources? A: Yes. The device passes embedded SDI audio through to the HDMI output, enabling synchronized video and audio on a single display or capture device.
• Q: Do I need software or drivers? A: No. This is a hardware-based converter that operates in a plug-and-play fashion without the need for software or drivers.
• Q: Is this converter suitable for 4K signals? A: This model is designed for SDI inputs and HDMI output up to 1080p60. For 4K workflows, a dedicated 4K-capable SDI-to-HDMI converter would be required.
• Q: What power does it require? A: It uses a 5V DC external power supply. Ensure the supplied power adapter meets the unit’s requirements for stable operation.