The Cobalt Digital BBG-S-TO-H is a professional broadcast-grade converter designed for reliable, high-fidelity conversion between 3G/HD/SD-SDI and HDMI signals. This compact module is engineered for integration within Cobalt Digital's openGear frame system, a modular rack platform widely used in broadcast and production facilities for signal processing. Its primary function is to bridge equipment operating on different video standards, allowing broadcast engineers to feed an SDI source—such as a camera, server, or router—to an HDMI monitor, projector, or consumer display, or conversely, to bring an HDMI computer or graphics source into an SDI production workflow. The converter is built to meet the stringent performance and reliability requirements of 24/7 broadcast operations.

The module provides robust signal processing, automatically detecting the incoming SDI signal format (from standard definition up to 3G-SDI at 1080p60) and converting it to a corresponding HDMI output with high quality and low latency. It handles embedded audio pass-through and can also de-embed audio to analog outputs depending on the specific model configuration. As part of the openGear system, it offers advanced control and monitoring features via the frame's dashboard software, allowing for remote configuration, status monitoring, and firmware updates. This integration is crucial in large facilities where centralized management of hundreds of signal processing modules is essential for operational efficiency.

Housed in a single-slot openGear card, the BBG-S-TO-H is designed for high-density rack installations, contributing to a clean and organized infrastructure. It draws power and communicates with the management system through the openGear frame's backplane. By delivering broadcast-quality conversion in a reliable, modular, and manageable form factor, this converter is a trusted component for ensuring signal compatibility and maintaining video integrity within professional broadcast, post-production, and live production environments.