Instruction manual
5
Using Broadcast Converter
Installation
The Broadcast Converter is a standalone, bi-directional, digital-to-analog and analog-to-
digital converter.
The default settings allow SDI to analog conversion while simultaneously converting analog in to
SDI with both audio and video.
These defaults can be changed to various combinations of conversion options, and you can
choose which SDI audio pair are de-embedded or embedded into various audio connections
on the converter.
Requirements
Supported systems
• RunMacOSX10.4.11,MacOSX10.5.5,WindowsXPServicePack3,WindowsVista
Service Pack 1 or later revisions;
• USB2.0port
Environment
1. The intended use is for commercial and industrial controlled environments.
2. The unit should not be exposed to damaging environments including moisture, dirt, knocks,
heat or sunlight.
For installation in an OBV (outside broadcast vehicle) the unit should be rack-mounted to avoid
extended periods of vibration.
Note: The Power connector is located at the rear of the unit.
Warning
Do not disconnect power or USB cables while firmware is being updated. It is vital the firmware
update process is completed without malfunction. Stable operating conditions should be maintained
to guarantee usability.
Solidcopper-coreHD-SDIcableswillworkreliablyover300feetor100meters.Cablesshouldbe
shielded and installed away from power supplies, generators or other potential EMF (electromagnetic
field) sources.