Blackmagic Design Studio Fiber Converter – Revolutionizing Remote Broadcasts and Studio Connectivity

The Blackmagic Design Studio Fiber Converter offers an innovative solution for remote broadcast and studio operations, enabling seamless communication with cameras located up to 2 kilometers away. Utilizing durable SMPTE fiber, this converter is vital for transforming SDI video, audio, and remote camera control connections into a single optical fiber cable efficiently and with extremely low latency. The output connects easily to a Blackmagic Camera Fiber Converter attached to a remote camera, ensuring superior broadcast quality and full control over your remote setup.

Designed for versatility and maximum performance, the Blackmagic Studio Fiber Converter supports 12G-SDI for high-definition or Ultra HD camera feeds, and features three independent HD return feeds. Beyond video transmission, it offers standard connections for camera control, PTZ capabilities, and dual-channel talkback intercom systems for both production and engineering teams. With an integrated 5-inch LCD screen, users can monitor camera feeds and return paths effortlessly. Additionally, the converter not only facilitates comprehensive data transmission but also provides reliable power for your remote cameras and accessories, making it an indispensable tool for live broadcasts, sports events, and studio productions.

Key Features

• Supports remote camera connections up to 2 kilometers via SMPTE fiber.
• Converts SDI video, audio, and remote camera control connections into a single optical fiber cable.
• 12G-SDI for HD or Ultra HD camera feeds with extremely low latency.
• Three independent HD return feeds for enhanced broadcast quality.
• Standard connections for camera control, PTZ, talkback intercoms, tracker talkback, and tally.
• 5-inch LCD screen for real-time monitoring of camera and return feeds.
• Powers remote cameras and accessories directly.

Specifications

• Optical Fiber Input: 1x SMPTE Hybrid Fiber Optic with Female SMPTE 304 connector.
• SDI Video Input: 3x 12G SDI Return feeds with Program, Camera Control, Tally, Genlock, and Intercom on Return 1.
• SDI Video Output: 2x 12G SDI for Ultra HD up to 60p.
• Talkback Audio: SDI Channels 15 & 16 for Production, Analog in & out supported via 25-pin connector for Production and Engineering talkback support.
• Balanced XLR Audio Output: 4x camera analog audio outputs.
• Optical Fiber Output: 1x Optical I/O via 10 Gb-E (not currently active).
• Computer Interface: 1x USB-C.
• Standards: SDI Compliance – SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M Level B, 425M.
• Video Standards: Supports various HD and Ultra HD formats including 720p, 1080p, 1080i, and 2160p.
• Audio Sampling: 48Khz, 24-bit A/D conversion.
• Video Sampling: 4:2:2, 10-bit color precision.
• Color Space: REC 709, REC 2020.
• Multiple Rate Support: SDI switches between HD, 3G-SDI, 6G-SDI, and 12G-SDI.
• Software Included: Camera Utility for firmware updates.
• Operating Systems: Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, macOS 10.12 Sierra or later, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10.
• Power Supply: 110 - 240V AC input.
• 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.

Package Contents

• Blackmagic Studio Fiber Converter
• SD card with software and manual