Blackmagic Camera Fiber Converter
Connect cameras to live switchers up to 2 km away with video, talkback, control and power, all over a single cable!Product Highlights
- For URSA Broadcast
- Full Studio Connectivity
- SMPTE Fiber Interface
- 12G-SDI Output
- 3 x 3G-SDI Return Feeds
- 5-Pin XLR Talkback Headset Connections
- Camera Controls Moved to Camera Rear
- Overview
- Tech Specs
The Blackmagic Camera Fiber Converter lets you extend and power your URSA Broadcast from up to 2 km away using industry standard SMPTE fiber cables. It also includes common live camera controls with multiple channels of talkback and standard television industry talkback headset connections. The Blackmagic Camera Fiber Converter features 1 Ultra HD camera feed, plus 3 HD return feeds in a compact IP video based design!
Full Size Professional Connections
- USB-C Connector
The USB-C port allows you to update internal software. - 12G-SDI In/Out
Connect the 12G SDI Out from your camera into the 12G SDI In on the Camera Fiber Converter or 12G SDI Out of the converter into the 12G SDI In on the camera. - Headsets
Two female 5 pin XLR connectors allow you to plug in two headsets. - Tracker
10 pin hirose connector, which sends out an additional intercom output and red and green tally output. - SDI Out
Three SDI outputs allow you to output the three return feeds coming from the switcher to other equipment via 3G SDI. - SMPTE Hybrid Fiber Optic Connector
Use the Blackmagic Camera Fiber Converter’s male connector to plug in the female end of a SMPTE Fiber cable. - XLR Audio Inputs
Plug in external analog audio from professional equipment such as microphones and audio mixers. - Molex ConnetorPlug the molex connector into the molex socket to power your camera from the converter.
- D Tap Connector
+12V Out to power accessories like an external monitor, up to +11.9V to 14V DC at 2 amps. - PTZ
The 9 pin PTZ connector allows you to connect to a PTZ motorized head.
Connections | |
Optical Fiber Input | 1x SMPTE Hybrid Fiber Optic with SMPTE 304 connector (Male). |
SDI Video Input | 1x 12G SDI for Camera feed. |
SDI Video Output | 1x 12G SDI for Camera return feed, 3x 3G SDI for Return SDI Outputs. |
Talkback Audio | 2x 5-pin XLR for headset with three way audio mixer per output, 1x Tracker output. |
Analog Audio | 2x 3-pin XLR Inputs for AES, Line or Mic input. Phantom Power available. |
Computer Interface | 1x USB-C connector. |
Standards | |
HD Video Standards | 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 |
Ultra HD Video Standards | 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p60 |
SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M Level B, 425M. |
Audio Sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48Khz, 24 bit A/D conversion. |
Video Sampling | 4:2:2 |
Color Precision | 10-bit |
Color Space | REC 709, REC 2020. |
Multiple Rate Support | SDI switches between HD, 3G-SDI, 6G-SDI and 12G-SDI. |
Operating Systems | |
Mac | Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, macOS 10.12 Sierra or later. |
Windows | Windows 8.1 or Windows 10. |
Physical Specifications | |
Width | 138 mm |
Height | 191 mm |
Depth | 140 mm |
Weight | 2.2 kg |
Environmental Specifications | |
Operating Temperature | 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F) |
Storage Temperature | -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F) |
Relative Humidity | 0% to 90% non-condensing |
Features
- Place Cameras Anywhere
Get cameras much closer to the action - SMPTE Fiber for Industrial Strength and Safety
Built in multi layer fail safe instantly cuts power to eliminate danger - Add Studio Camera Controls
Transform broadcast cameras into dedicated studio cameras. - 10G Ethernet for IP VideoSuper fast, low latency ethernet link for video, audio and control.
- Dual Channel Talkback
Two dual channel talkback intercoms with backup - Designed for High End Broadcast
Durable metal design, high end components and professional connections