Blackmagic Design Teranex Mini Audio to SDI 12G Converter

The Blackmagic Mini Audio to SDI 12G Converter supports up to 12G-SDI data rates with intelligent heat dissipation, and offering multiple audio input connections and an Ethernet control and PoE port, a highly improved solution for rack-mount as well as cable duct and desktop installations. Connect any SDI signal in up to Full 4K DCI 4096x2160p resolution via a 12G-SDI input, and embed audio into the signal from a diverse set of audio connections. Embed two channels of analog audio or up to four channels of AES/EBU digital audio via full-size, professional, balanced XLR ports, two channels of unbalanced analog line-level audio via RCA connectors, or optical S/PDIF audio via a TOSLINK input. Then output the combined signal via a 12G-SDI output. Output 4096x2160p signals approximately 70 ft using 6G-SDI cables, and run lower-resolution signals, such as 3G-SDI or HD-SDI, for much longer than standard lengths. When 12G-SDI cables will be available on the market, you’ll be able to run 4096x2160p signals for over 250 ft.

The compact size of the Teranex Mini makes it very useful for portable racks at live events or in broadcast trucks. Up to three units can easily be installed in an optional 1U 19″ rack tray, and they can just as easily be removed, and all this with the advantage of 12G-SDI capability. The professional XLR connections are switchable between balanced analog and AES/EBU digital audio. The Ethernet port on the rear will allow you to manage the Teranex Mini remotely or can alternatively be used for power over Ethernet. If you don’t want to use power over Ethernet, 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.

A major benefit of the Teranex Mini is that the standard front panel can be replaced with an optional Smart Panel that features a spin knob, color 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 as well as verify timecode and the video standard being converted. 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 as well as see exactly what you’re converting. If you’re in a larger facility using numerous converters, you can manage all of them over Ethernet from a Mac or Windows computer using the included Converter Utility software.

What enables the Teranex Mini to dissipate heat so effectively and prevent overheating 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 minimizing 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.

The Teranex Mini Audio to SDI 12G Converter is built using high-quality Teranex video processing technology and is ideal for all broadcast, post production, and other professional video applications.

KEY FEATURES 

• Advanced High-Data Rate Embedder
• Embed Audio into up to 4K SDI Signals
• Embed via XLR, AES/EBU, RCA, or S/PDIF
• 12G-SDI Input and Output
• Supports up to Full 4K DCI 4096x2160p
• XLR Connections Switchable to AES/EBU
• Ethernet Port for Remote Control or PoE
• Supports Optional LCD Smart Front Panel
• Intelligent Thermal Heat Dissipation
• 3 Units 1U Rack-Mountable in 19″ Rack

SPECIFICATIONS

Video Inputs	1x BNC (12G-SDI)
Audio Inputs	2x XLR 3-Pin Analog Female 1x 2RCA Analog Female 1x TOSLINK S/PDIF Female
Video Outputs	1x BNC (12G-SDI)
Audio Outputs	No
Other I/O	1x XLR 3-Pin Timecode Input (Shared With Right XLR Input) 1x RJ45 Control, Firmware, PoE
Expansion Slots	No
Input Audio Format	Analog S/PDIF AES/EBU
Output Video Format	SDI DCI 4K 23.98/24/25 fps UHD 4K 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps DCI 2K 23.98/24/25 fps DCI 2KPsF 23.98/24/25 fps 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i 50/59.94/60 fps 720p 50/59.94/60 fps 576i / 625 lines 480i / 525 lines
Embedded Audio	SDI: 16-Channel
OS Compatibility	Windows 10 (64-Bit Only) macOS 10.15 to 11.1
Power I/O	1x IEC C14 (100 to 240 VAC) Input
PoE Support	PoE+ 802.3at
Power Consumption	16 W
Operating Temperature	0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-20 to 60°C
Operating Humidity	0 to 90%

INCLUDED BY DEFAULT 

• Blackmagic Design Teranex Mini Audio to SDI 12G Converter
• Software SD Card