The Gra-Vue SD-SDI to Composite Converter 3RUis an expansion board the requires the 3RU version of the XIO-series rackmount frame. The card takes a single NTSC or PAL SD-SDI input and converts to four composite analog outputs. So the signal can pass to downstream devices without requiring a separate distribution amplifier, the SDI input is also looped back out on two mirrored outputs.

Digital to Analog Video Conversion    4 x Composite Outputs    2 x SDI Looping Output    For 3RU XIO Frame

Automatic signal equalization enables incoming SDI cable runs of up to 656' when using Belden 1694A cable

Provided LED lights to indicate the status of signals and power supply

Supports SNMP, and can be managed and monitored remotely across a network using XIO NET

Designed for use in broadcasting systems, studios, and other professional video fields

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this unit support the downconversion of an HDMI signal from a laptop to composite video? I want to use it to send an HDMI signal from a Mac laptop to a Presidential-type teleprompter system.

A: Sorry, while Decimators are great products, this one is not right for your application. Use this one, (as long as the signal is HD) Atlona HDMI/DVI to Composite and S-Video Down-Converter B&H # ATHD530 .

Q: 2. I see there are mini switches on this, what numbers to do you have on?

A: Hi Maria -Assuming that you want Analog audio out, leave all the DIP switches off. If you want digital audio out (AES) the switch positions are silkscreened on the unit. Just a note: Some Blackmagic mini converters use one switch for processing on or off which you'll need in the on position for the unit to work. This doesn't apply to this one (SDI to Audio) but to some of the others available in this product line.

Q: 3. What is the latency between the SDI video and analogue audio?

A: According to Blackmagic Design, the Mini Converter SDI to HDMI has a delay of less than a single line of video, except when it needs to convert PsF to P, which will take one frame. The Analog to SDI has a four line delay.

Q: 4. Can I use a second one of these to convert audio back to analog?

A: No. This device is not a cross converter; it only converts from analog to digital.

Q: 5. Can this be used as an HDMI distribution amplifier (with a clean output signal) using an SDI input?

A: The DECIMATOR DMON-4S 4 x SD/HD/3G-SDI to HDMI Converter with Quad Multi-Viewer Function can feed any SDI input to all 4 HDMI inputs.

Q: 6. Does this Product support SMPTE Level A & Level B? Read PDF Manual & Specs. No mention of either.

A: The converters work in 3G Level A only.

Q: 7. What is the latency between the SDI video and analogue audio?

A: According to Blackmagic Design, The Mini Converter SDI to HDMI has a delay of less than a single line of video, except when it needs to convert PsF to P, which will take one frame. The Analog to SDI has a four line delay.

Q: 8. Is it possible to take one HDMI input and output 1 pass-through HDMI output and one vertically flipped HDMI output?

A: Yes, The DECIMATOR DMON-4S has 4 independent converters that would allow you to flip one of the HDMI outputs. It supports - Horizontal and/or Vertical image flipping per window.

Q: 9. HOw the audio works in multiview?

A: In Quad-Split mode for the Decimator DMON-4S, audio can be selected from any source to play as for the audio for other sources.

Q: 10. Can this be used between Sony FS7 & FOR A - HVS 110 4 K switcher ? If so what is the maximum distance cable we can use for live switching ?

A: Sorry, can't help. I sent it back. I was using it between an X70 or A7s and Odyssey 7Q, and it got unreasonably hot in minutes.