The Blackmagic Design Studio Converter 2 inputs SDI video
signals transmitted over optical fiber and converts the signals to SDI
for use with video switchers. When used in conjunction with the
Blackmagic Design ATEM Camera Converter, you can send video signals up
to 28 miles between camera and switcher using available optical fiber
cables. By comparison sending an HD-SDI signal over traditional copper
cable is usually limited to about 300 feet, depending on the quality of
the cable.
A typical set up using the Studio Converter 2 is to connect it between
the switcher and up to four ATEM Camera Converter units. This set up
allows the Converter 2 to receive the signals from the fiber cable,
convert the signals to SDI using 10-bit processing, and send the signals
to the switcher. The Converter 2 supports SD/HD signals, and when using
the available ATEM Camera Converter you can use any camera with an
SDI/HDMI output.
The converter 2 can also be used as 4 independent simultaneous
bi-directional SD/HD-SDI to optical converters. The converter 2 features
a built-in mic input, speaker and headphone jack that provides talkback
audio for communicating with camera operators. The Converter 2 passes
tally signals embedded in the SDI program stream. You can cascade
multiple ATEM Studio Converter 2 units together when using more than 4
cameras. The Studio Converter 2 features a 1RU design with built in rack
mount ears for easy integration into existing studio configurations or
production cases.
HD Format Support
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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
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SD Format Support
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NTSC: 525i 59.94
PAL: 625i 50
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SDI Video Input
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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
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SDI Compliance
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SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M
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Video Sampling
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4:2:2
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Color Precision
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10-bit
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Color Space
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REC 601
REC 709
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Optical Fiber Video Input
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4 x single mode SD/HD switchable camera inputs with LC connector
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Optical Fiber
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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
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Audio Sampling
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48 KHz
24-bit A/D conversion
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Analog Audio Output
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4 x 3-Pin XLR Balanced Audio Pairs (1 x pair per fiber input)
2 x RCA jacks provide a L/R stereo pair
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Talkback
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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
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Talkback Control
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8 x Front panel buttons for camera operator selection, lock, mute and un-mute
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AES/EBU Talkback Loops
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Input
1 x BNC mic input
1 x BNC headphone input
Output
1 x BNC mic output
1 x BNC headphone output
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OS Compatibility
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Mac
OS X 10.7 Lion and later
OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion and later
Windows
Windows 7
Windows 8
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Computer Interface
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1 x mini-B type USB 2.0 connector for initial setup, firmware updates and Converter Utility software control
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Temperature
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Operating
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage
-4 to 113°F (-20 to 45°C)
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Power Requirements
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110 - 220V AC, 50/60 Hz
12 - 31 V DC redundant input
Note: IEC powercord is required/not included, redundant power supply not included
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Dimensions (H x W)
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1.7 x 18.9" (44 x 482 mm)
1RU size with built-in rack mount ears
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Weight
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4 lb (1.81 kg)
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