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- Page 1 4K2HD Mini-Converter 4K to HD Installation and Operation Guide Version 1.15r1 Published December 2, 2019...
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Page 2: Notices
AJA® and Because it matters.® are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with most AJA products. AJA™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with recorder, router, software and camera products. Because it matters.™ is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Copyright ..........2 Contacting AJA Support ........2 Chapter 1 –... -
Page 4: Chapter 1 - Introduction
4K/UltraHD video from four video inputs. Instead, it will output video to HDMI/SDI from the selected SDI input. • Center Cut mode: 4K2HD will be in Center Cut mode if the input video is 4K/ UltraHD format, and the mode has been enabled through Mini-Config. In this mode the 2K/HD center of 4K/UltraHD input video will be output to the HDMI and SDI outputs. -
Page 5: Default Operation
4K2HD has two output connectors, HDMI and SDI, that are both active simultaneously. For 4096x2160 inputs, the 4K2HD will output 2048x1080 if 2K crop option is turned off (through Mini-Config), otherwise 4096x2160 inputs will be scaled to 2048x1080, then cropped to 1920x1080. 4K2HD will not scale 4096 to 1920 pixels. -
Page 6: Features
• True 4K downscaled and cropped for HD output • Center cut of original 4K frame supported for focus checks • Supports 4K/UltraHD 50/60fps high frame rate input formats • Configurable via AJA Mini-Config software for Mac and PC • DWP-U-R1 Power Supply Included • 5-year warranty NOTE: 3D is not supported in this converter. -
Page 7: Block Diagram
Block Diagram Figure 1. 4K2HD Converter, Simplified Block Diagram 12C to HDMI XMIT and Control USB Bus EDID Readback (connect to PC or Mac) Audio Processing Audio Reclock SDI In 1 RCVR XMIT SDI Out with Embedded Audio Reclock SDI In 2... -
Page 8: Installation
2. Connect video equipment to the converter BNCs and HDMI connector. 3. Apply power to the converter (AJA power supply included). 4. The 4K2HD will now run using the default factory settings. If you wish to alter the factory settings, you’ll need to: •... -
Page 9: Chapter 2 - Operation
Chapter 2 – Operation USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA’s Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs. - Page 10 5. Click Next to begin. Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogues. When finished, an AJA Mini-Config shortcut will be installed on the desktop, and you will be able to locate the AJA Mini-Config application in the AJA folder in the Programs listing.
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Page 11: Running Aja Mini-Config
PC Startup To run AJA Mini-Config on a PC, double-click on the AJA Mini-Config icon on your desktop, or open the AJA folder in the program list and click on the AJA Mini- Config application located inside the AJA Mini-Config folder. -
Page 12: Operating Aja Mini-Config
AJA’s factory defaults. Operating AJA Mini-Config The AJA Mini-Config application provides a graphic interface for viewing settings and updating software. It consists of an information area at the top that shows the available Mini-Converters attached to the computer via USB, with a graphical rendering of the selected Mini-Converter showing all the connectors and their current state. -
Page 13: Tabbed Screens
Figure 6. Example AJA Mini-Config Screen Select a USB port and an attached Mini-Converter (name in parentheses). Each connector is labeled with the signals currently detected or manually selected. Firmware Version and Serial Number Tabbed Screens Message Showing Status NOTE: The LEDs adjacent to each SDI connector indicate by color the detected signal type. -
Page 14: Input Screen
There is no auto detection for color range. Bit Depth Selects the input video bit depth. Choose Auto, 8-bit, 10-bit, or 12-bit. Choosing “Auto” automatically selects the bit depth based on the input video parameters and the payload ID. 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com... -
Page 15: Output Screen
• 1 x HD DS2 - use only Data Stream 2 as a single video. Output Screen Click on the Output tab to view and make changes to the 4K2HD Output settings. These settings can affect both the HDMI and SDI outputs. -
Page 16: Output Mode
4K2HD outputs. An example is using four 4K2HD’s to view UHD-2 or 8K on a UltraHD/4K or HD monitor. Each 4K2HD downconverts one quarter of the 8K image. Disabling edge filtering can eliminate the center vertical and horizontal lines that would occur between the quadrants in that situation. -
Page 17: Hdmi Screen
HDMI Screen Click on the HDMI tab to view and make changes to the 4K2HD HDMI output settings. Color Space Selects the desired output video format. Choose from the following: • Auto - selects the video format based on the input video and the attached device’s capabilities (default setting). -
Page 18: Audio Screen
Audio Screen Click on the Audio tab to view and make changes to the 4K2HD audio settings. Input Source Choose which embedded audio channels are routed to the HDMI output. Eight channels are routed at a time. You can choose Ch 1-8 or Ch 9-16 from any SDI input. -
Page 19: Update Screen
This indicator bar shows the progress of firmware installation. Software Update Procedure 1. Check the AJA website for new Mini-Config software for your Mini- Converter. If new software is found, download it and uncompress the file archive (zip). Here is the URL to use when checking: http://www.aja.com/en/products/mini-converters/mini-config-software... -
Page 20: Info Screen
This is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter (4K2HD). Assembly This is the factory assembly number. Serial Number This is the factory set unique serial number of your 4K2HD. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number. 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com... -
Page 21: Appendix A - Specifications
Appendix A – Specifications 4K2HD Tech Specs Video Formats • (4K) 4096 x 2160p • (4K) 4096 x 2160PsF • (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p • (Ultra HD) 3840 x 2160PsF • (2K) 2048 x 1080p • (2K) 2048 x 1080Psf •... - Page 22 • (HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94, 60 • (SD) 720 x 576i 50 • (SD) 720 x 480i 59.94 *1280 x 720p is Level A Only Audio Input Digital • SDI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-Channel 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
- Page 23 • Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F) • Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F) • Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing • Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet) 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
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Page 24: Appendix B - Safety And Compliance
Community throughout this document: AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, UNITED KINGDOM, ICELAND, LICHTENSTEIN, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com... - Page 25 것을 목적으로 하며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다. Class B As an electromagnetic wave equipment for home use (Class B), (Broadcasting Communication this equipment is intended to use mainly for home use and may Equipment for Home Use) be used in all areas. 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
- Page 26 Aviso! Leia e siga todos os avisos e instruções assinalados no produto ou incluídos na documentação. Avviso! Leggere e seguire tutti gli avvisi e le istruzioni presenti sul prodotto o inclusi nella documentazione. 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
- Page 27 Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam calor. Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
- Page 28 Aviso! Dado que a ficha principal é utilizada como a desconexão para o dispositivo, esta deve manter-se prontamente acessível e funcional. Avviso! Poiché il cavo di alimentazione viene usato come dispositivo di sconnessione, deve rimane prontamente accessibile e operabile. 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
- Page 29 Advertência! Não abra o chassi. Não há internamente nenhuma peça que permita manutenção pelo usuário. Abrir o chassi anula a garantia, a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de serviços da AJA ou por um local autorizado. Avvertenza! Non aprire lo chassis. All’interno non ci sono parti riparabili dall’utente.
- Page 30 è stato rovesciato del liquido è stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto è caduto nel dispositivo, il dispositivo è stato esposto a pioggia o umidità, non funziona correttamente o è caduto 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
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Page 31: Warranty Information
No amendment to or modification of this warranty will be binding unless in writing and signed by AJA Video. The laws of the State of California, USA will govern this warranty and any dispute arising from it. Any translation of this 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1... - Page 32 English and any non-English versions, the English version of this warranty will govern. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, some of which are noted above. 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
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Page 33: Index
HDMI Channel Count 18 HDMI/DVI 17 Video Format 15 HDMI Output Control Video Output 5 Difference From SDI 5 Video Source 14 HDMI Screen 17 Info Screen 20 Input Screen 14 Input Source 18 Installation 8 4K2HD Mini-Converter v1.15r1 www.aja.com...
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