The Blackmagic Design BMD-CONVNVIPF/IP/12GSFP 2110 IP Mini Converter BiDirectional is a compact, versatile gateway device designed to bridge professional SDI video equipment with modern SMPTE ST 2110 IP production networks. Its key feature is bi-directional functionality, allowing it to convert a single 12G-SDI signal into an SMPTE ST 2110 IP stream for network distribution, and conversely, to convert an incoming ST 2110 IP stream back to a 12G-SDI output. This dual capability makes it an essential tool for hybrid SDI/IP workflows, enabling flexible signal routing, distribution over standard Ethernet networks, and easy integration of SDI gear into new or existing IP-based production infrastructures.

Supporting the full SMPTE ST 2110 suite, the converter separates video, audio, and ancillary data into independent IP streams for efficient network handling. It handles high-bandwidth signals, supporting video resolutions up to 4Kp60 over 12G-SDI. Critical for IP workflows, it includes a Precision Time Protocol (PTP) client to synchronize with the network's master clock, ensuring all devices are frame-accurate. Configuration is straightforward via a web browser interface or the front-panel buttons and display, allowing users to set IP parameters, map streams, and monitor status.

Housed in a durable, pocket-sized all-metal casing, this mini converter is built for reliability in both field and studio use. It can be powered via USB-C for ultimate portability or using an optional power supply for permanent installations. By offering professional-grade IP conversion in a small, affordable, and bi-directional package, this device provides broadcast engineers and live production teams with a powerful tool to adopt IP networking's flexibility and scalability without abandoning their existing SDI equipment.