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8 Channel Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - SDI to Audio

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The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - SDI to Audio is a professional de-embedder that extracts audio from an SDI video signal for output to professional audio gear such as mixers and monitors. The unit accepts SD and HD SDI inputs and provides output via standard 1/4-inch jack connections, which are switchable between up to four channels of balanced analog audio or eight channels of AES/EBU digital audio. Its rugged, compact design makes it suitable for broadcast, post-production, and live events. Read more

Features

  • De-embeds up to 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio.
  • Also outputs up to 4 channels of balanced analog audio.
  • Auto-switching between standard and high-definition formats.
  • Redundant SDI input for critical, uninterrupted live events.
  • Professional 10-bit video processing and low SDI jitter.
  • 3 Gb/s SDI technology with re-clocked loop-through output.

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The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - SDI to Audio is a professional de-embedder that extracts audio from an SDI video signal for output to professional audio gear such as mixers and monitors. The unit accepts SD and HD SDI inputs and provides output via standard 1/4-inch jack connections, which are switchable between up to four channels of balanced analog audio or eight channels of AES/EBU digital audio. Its rugged, compact design makes it suitable for broadcast, post-production, and live events. Read more

Features

  • De-embeds up to 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio.
  • Also outputs up to 4 channels of balanced analog audio.
  • Auto-switching between standard and high-definition formats.
  • Redundant SDI input for critical, uninterrupted live events.
  • Professional 10-bit video processing and low SDI jitter.
  • 3 Gb/s SDI technology with re-clocked loop-through output.

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About the 8 Channel Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - SDI to Audio

The Blackmagic Design Mini Converter SDI to Audio is a compact, professional interface device designed to extract embedded audio from an SDI video signal and output it as discrete analog audio channels. This 8-channel model is particularly useful in broadcast, live production, and post-production workflows where audio embedded within an SDI feed needs to be separated for monitoring, recording, or routing to an analog mixing console or amplifier. It accepts a standard SDI input (supporting SD, HD, and often 3G-SDI formats) and features eight balanced analog XLR or TRS outputs, providing clean, isolated audio channels that correspond to the audio pairs embedded in the SDI stream. This allows engineers to access dialogue, music, and effects tracks independently or sum them for different purposes.

Operation is typically straightforward and hardware-based, requiring no software configuration for basic use. The converter automatically detects the incoming SDI signal format and sample rate, locking to the audio embedded within it. It includes features like sample rate conversion to ensure compatibility if the input audio rate differs from the desired output, and it can re-clock the SDI video signal, outputting a clean SDI feed with the audio still embedded for downstream equipment. This loop-through capability is valuable for preserving the signal chain. The unit is housed in a small, rugged metal case and can be powered via an included AC adapter or, in some cases, via the SDI input using Phantom Power, which is especially convenient for field use.

Designed for reliability and ease of integration, this Mini Converter solves a common signal distribution problem in hybrid analog/digital environments. It enables legacy audio systems to interface seamlessly with modern SDI-based video infrastructure. By providing high-quality digital-to-analog conversion in a portable form factor, the Blackmagic Design SDI to Audio Mini Converter serves as an essential bridge tool for audio engineers and video technicians working in diverse production settings.

Key Features

  • De-embeds up to 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio.
  • Also outputs up to 4 channels of balanced analog audio.
  • Auto-switching between standard and high-definition formats.
  • Redundant SDI input for critical, uninterrupted live events.
  • Professional 10-bit video processing and low SDI jitter.
  • 3 Gb/s SDI technology with re-clocked loop-through output.

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8 Channel Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - SDI to Audio Specs

Signal Conversion
Input
1x SDI (SD/HD/3G-SDI)
Audio Outputs
8x Balanced Analog (XLR or TRS)
Function
De-embed SDI embedded audio to analog
Audio Performance
Sample Rate
Up to 48 kHz (or 96 kHz in some models)
Sample Rate Conversion
Yes
Dynamic Range
>110 dB
Connectivity & Power
SDI Output
Loop-through with re-clocking
Power Options
External AC Adapter or SDI Phantom Power
Indicators
Signal Lock, Power
Physical & Environmental
Enclosure
Compact Metal
Dimensions
Small desktop form factor
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C
Use Case
Primary Application
Extract audio from SDI for analog systems
Typical Use
Broadcast, Live Production, Post-Production
Key Feature
8 discrete channels of D/A conversion

Key Features

  • De-embeds up to 8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio.
  • Also outputs up to 4 channels of balanced analog audio.
  • Auto-switching between standard and high-definition formats.
  • Redundant SDI input for critical, uninterrupted live events.
  • Professional 10-bit video processing and low SDI jitter.
  • 3 Gb/s SDI technology with re-clocked loop-through output.

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FAQs about 8 Channel Blackmagic Design Mini Converter - SDI to Audio

What is the primary function of the Mini Converter SDI to Audio?

The Mini Converter SDI to Audio is designed to de-embed (extract) audio channels from any standard SDI video feed and output them as balanced analog or digital AES/EBU audio. It allows studios, live venues, and broadcast trucks to route multi-channel SDI audio straight into audio mixing consoles, analog amplifiers, studio monitors, or outboard processors.

How many audio channels can the unit extract simultaneously?

It can de-embed up to 4 channels of balanced analog audio or up to 8 channels of balanced digital AES/EBU audio from the 16 channels carried in an incoming SDI signal.

What physical connectors are used for the audio outputs?

The converter features four 1/4" (6.35 mm) balanced TRS jack sockets on the chassis. These four ports can be switched to operate either as 4 balanced analog audio outputs (ch 1–4) or as 4 AES/EBU digital pairs (yielding 8 digital audio channels total).

What video formats and SDI rates does the converter support?

It features an auto-switching multi-rate SD/HD/3G-SDI input that supports standard definition (NTSC/PAL) and high definition video formats up to 1080p60 and 1080i60. It automatically detects and locks onto the incoming video format to de-embed the audio without manual format selection.

Does the unit include an SDI loop-through output?

Yes, it features an active SDI loop-through BNC output that passes an exact copy of the incoming SDI stream with all original embedded audio channels intact. This allows you to tap off the audio feed while daisy-chaining the video signal downstream to monitors, switchers, or recorders.

Does the converter feature SDI re-clocking?

Yes, the SDI input incorporates built-in SDI re-clocking that suppresses jitter and reconstructs degraded digital waveforms. This ensures reliable signal integrity and allows the unit to receive SDI feeds over long coaxial cable distances.

How are audio channels and output modes selected?

Channel mapping (selecting which group of 4 analog or 8 AES/EBU channels to extract from the 16 available SDI channels) is configured via physical mini DIP switches on the side of the housing. A wiring and switch-position diagram is printed directly on the chassis, and settings can also be modified over USB using the Blackmagic Converter Setup utility software.

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