Blackmagic Design Mini Converter UpDownCross HD

Tech Specs

  • Inputs: (1) BNC -3G/HD/SD-SDI
  • (1) HDMI Outputs: + (2) 3G/HD/SD-SDI
  • (1) BNC Loop-Through Out
  • (1) HDMI
  • (1) BNC Black Burst & Tri-Level Sync
  • Reclocking

In the Box

  • Power Supply

The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter UpDownCross HD is a professional video format conversion and scaling solution available for rent from OneStop AV in Boston. Designed for live event production, corporate presentations, conferences, broadcast applications, video production, and professional AV installations, this versatile converter allows SD and HD video formats to be cross-converted for greater compatibility between different pieces of production equipment.

The Mini Converter UpDownCross HD supports automatic cross-conversion between SD and HD video formats, with support for signals up to 1080p60. It features a 3G/HD/SD-SDI input, two 3G/HD/SD-SDI outputs, an SDI loop-through output, HDMI input and output, and synchronization connectivity for professional video environments.

One of its key advantages is the ability to scale computer resolutions through the HDMI input, making it particularly useful for connecting HDMI computers to SDI projectors and other professional SDI-based video systems. This makes the converter an effective bridge between presentation equipment and professional video infrastructure.

For Boston event producers, corporate AV teams, video engineers, production companies, and organizations working with mixed video formats, the Blackmagic Design Mini Converter UpDownCross HD provides the flexibility needed to integrate computers, cameras, projectors, displays, and SDI equipment into a cohesive production workflow.

Technical Specifications of The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter UpDownCross HD

  • Device Type: SD/HD video format converter and scaler
  • SDI Input: 1 × 3G/HD/SD-SDI
  • SDI Outputs: 2 × 3G/HD/SD-SDI
  • SDI Loop-Through: 1 × BNC loop-through output
  • HDMI Input: 1 × HDMI
  • HDMI Output: 1 × HDMI
  • Maximum Supported Signal: Up to 1080p60
  • Format Conversion: Automatic SD and HD cross-conversion
  • Computer Scaling: Supports scaling of computer resolutions through HDMI input
  • Synchronization: Black Burst and Tri-Level Sync
  • Signal Processing: Reclocking
  • Application: Professional video format conversion and scaling
  • Installation Type: Temporary event
  • Recommended Applications: Conferences, corporate events, live productions, presentations, broadcast, projection systems, and video production

What’s Included in Your Rental

  • Blackmagic Design Mini Converter UpDownCross HD
  • Power supply
    Note: HDMI and SDI cables, projectors, displays, computers, cameras, switchers, and other AV equipment are not included unless added as part of a complete AV production package.

Ideal Use Cases of The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter UpDownCross HD

Corporate presentations: Connect HDMI presentation computers to professional SDI-based projectors, displays, and video systems.
Live event productions: Convert video formats between cameras, switchers, displays, and production equipment.
Conference and meeting AV: Provide compatibility between presentation sources and professional video infrastructure.
Projection systems: Convert and scale HDMI computer sources for use with SDI projectors and professional video equipment.
Broadcast and studio production: Cross-convert SD and HD signals to accommodate different video formats within a production workflow.
Hybrid events and livestreams: Integrate computer presentations, cameras, and professional video systems into a unified signal chain.
Trade shows and exhibitions: Support multimedia presentations and video demonstrations where multiple video formats need to work together.
Educational and institutional AV: Connect computers and presentation sources with professional SDI-based video systems.

Why Rent from OneStop AV in Boston?

Flexible rental durations: Daily, weekly, and extended rental options are available for corporate events, conferences, productions, and temporary installations.

Complete video solutions: Combine the UpDownCross HD with professional projectors, cameras, switchers, displays, laptops, SDI distribution equipment, and other AV production gear.

Versatile signal compatibility: Support for SD, HD, HDMI, and SDI formats makes this converter useful in complex event production environments.

Reliable event-ready equipment: Equipment is inspected and prepared before rental to support dependable operation during professional events.

Boston AV production expertise: OneStop AV provides video equipment rentals for corporate presentations, conferences, trade shows, live productions, and large-scale events throughout the Boston area.

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