The Gefen HDMI 1.3 to 3GSDI Converter The Gefen HDMI1.3 to 3GSDI Converter takes a single HDMI input signal and converts it to its equivalent SDI/HD-SDI/3G-SDI format (either SDI standard defi...
OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE HDMI 1.3 TO 3GSDI CONVERTER • The HDMI 1.3 to 3GSDI Converter does not support HDCP. If the source device (i.e. Blu-ray player) requires HDCP compliance, no video will be output from the SDI output ports.
FEATURES Features • Converter is plug and play. Additional confi guration is available via built-in bank of DIP switches underneath the unit • Firmware is upgradable using the integrated USB port • Integrated 720p 60Hz test pattern available for use without the need of a video/audio input signal •...
USB Update Port This port is used to update fi rmware. For current fi rmware releases, please see the download section at www.gefen.com. Analog RCA L+R Audio Ouput This input will output up to 2 channels of analog audio via RCA style L+R analog audio connectors.
BOTTOM PANEL DESCRIPTIONS HDCP LED Indicator This LED indicator will relay the status of the incoming HDMI’s HDCP status. Options are either HDCP encrypted (LED ON) or No HDCP present (LED OFF). NOTE: In accordance with HDCP regulations, HDCP encrypted HDMI sources will not be converted to SDI output formats.
CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE HDMI 1.3 TO 3GSDI CONVERTER How to Connect the HDMI to 3GSDI Converter Connect the HDMI 1.3 source to the HDMI input of the HDMI to 3GSDI Converter using the supplied HDMI cable. Optionally connect a two channel analog audio device to the RCA style L+R analog audio connectors for monitoring of the audio from the HDMI input.
DIP SWITCH FEATURES The DIP switch feature panel is located on the underside of the HDMI to 3GSDI Converter. Please use the diagram and chart below to confi gure the DIP switch settings. DIP SWITCHES Switch Description (Factory Default) Test pattern RGB Input Range 16-235(limited) 0-255 (full)
SPECIFICATIONS Maximum resolution output.............1080p @ 60 Hz Input Connector.............(1) HDMI Type A 19-pin Female Input Connector........(1) Power connector, female, locking 5V DC USB Input Connector..... (1) USB female, type B (for fi rmware updates) Audio Output Connector......(2) RCA-type L+R analog audio jacks Video Output Connector........(2) SDI/HD-SDI/3G-SDI male BNC LED Front................