CPLUS-H2SDI
CPLUS-H2SDI-W
HDMI to 12G-SDI Converter

Operation ManualDISCLAIMERS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate
this equipment and before connecting the power supply. Please keep thefollowing in mind as you unpack and install this equipment:•

Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,electrical shock and injury to persons.

•To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moistureor install this product near water.

•Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.

•Never push an object of any kind into this product through any openings
or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside the unit.

•Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.

•Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if it
is damaged.

•

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any weight tobe placed upon it or any person walk on it.

•To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or openings
in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for sufficient space
for air to circulate around the unit.

•Please completely disconnect the power when the unit is not in use toavoid wasting electricity.

VERSION HISTORYREV.

DATESUMMARY OF CHANGE

RDV12022/02/18

Preliminary release

CONTENTS
1. Introduction...................................................... 1
2. Applications ..................................................... 1
3. Package Contents ........................................... 1
4. System Requirements ..................................... 1
5. Features............................................................ 2
6. Operation Controls and Functions ................ 3
6.1 Front Panel .................................................. 3
6.2 Rear Panel................................................... 4
7. Connection Diagram ....................................... 5
8. Specifications .................................................. 6
8.1 Technical Specifications .............................. 6
8.2 Video Specifications .................................... 7
8.3 Audio Specifications .................................... 98.3.1 Digital Audio ....................................... 9
8.3.2 Analog Audio ...................................... 9
8.4 Cable Specifications .................................. 10
9. Acronyms ....................................................... 11

1. INTRODUCTION

This HDMI to 12G-SDI Converter allows HDMI signals up to 4K UHD+ to beconverted for use in native 12G-SDI video systems. This makes it easierfor professionals to integrate and distribute non-HDCP HDMI signals fromboth consumer and prosumer video equipment, such as video cameras
and laptops, within their professional video production environment whilestill providing a local HDMI output for monitoring purposes. Additionally,
the inclusion of an analog stereo input lets users optionally insert external
audio into the SDI output signal along with the primary video. Basic control isavailable via front panel buttons.

2. APPLICATIONS• Display HDMI video signals on professional SDI displays• Consumer HDMI to broadcast SDI video signal conversion• 4K UHD HDMI signal conversion to 12G SDI

3. PACKAGE CONTENTS• 1× HDMI to 12G-SDI Converter• 1× 5V/2.6A DC Power Adapter• 1× Operation Manual

4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS• Non-HDCP HDMI source equipment such as media players, video game
consoles, or set-top boxes.
• SDI receiving equipment such as editing/recording decks, professional
studio monitors, or video broadcast equipment.

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5. FEATURES• HDMI 2.0 and DVI 1.0 compliant• HDCP 1.x and 2.2 compliant
Note: HDCP encoded content can only be output over the HDMI output.
The SDI output will be blocked in the case of HDCP content.
• 1 HDMI video input & 1 analog stereo audio input• 3 mirrored outputs (2×12G-SDI, 1×HDMI)• Supports up to 4K UHD+ (18Gbps, 4K@50/60Hz 4:4:4, 8-bit) digital video
input.
• SDI output supports the following SMPTE standards: ST 292-1 Level A,ST 425-1, ST 2081-10, ST 2082-10• SDI signal extension distance varies based on signal type: 80 meters(12G-SDI), 100 meters (6G-SDI) 200 meters (3G-SDI), or 260 meters (HDSDI)• 4K sources can be optionally downscaled to 1080p when output over theHDMI output to support lower cost local monitoring options• Supports pass-through of LPCM audio (up to 8 channels) from the HDMI
input, or 2 channels from the analog audio input• Controllable via front panel controls26. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Front Panel2HD

SDI OUT
3G6G12GHDMI L/RHDCPSERVICE PWR SCALE SRC.

1345IN

6SERVICE SCALE78AUDIO

L/RIN

910

1 SERVICE Port: This port is reserved for firmware update use only.
2 SDI OUT LEDs: These LEDs will illuminate to indicate the SDI output
format currently in use.

3 PWR LED: This LED will illuminate to indicate the unit is on and receivingpower.

4 SCALE LED: This LED illuminate when the HDMI output is being
downscaled.

5 HDCP SRC LED: This LED will illuminate when the HDMI source
contains an HDCP encoded signal.

6 HDCP IN LED: This LED will illuminate to indicate that the HDMI input
supports HDCP sources.

7 SERVICE Button: Press this button to put the unit into its firmware
update mode.

Firmware Update Process: To update firmware after pressing thebutton, connect the unit to a PC/laptop via the Micro-USB Service
port and the unit will appear as an external drive. Drag an appropriate
firmware file onto this drive and the unit will automatically begin theupdate process. After the update completes, the unit will automaticallyreboot.

8 SCALE Button: Press this button to enable or disable the HDMI output’s
4K to 1080p downscaling function.

Note: 3840x2160 will be downscaled to 1920x1080. 4096x2160 willbe downscaled to 2048x1080. YUV 4:2:2 format sources cannot bedownscaled.

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9 AUDIO Button & LEDs: Press this button to toggle the audio source toembed between HDMI audio and analog audio. The LEDs will illuminate
to indicate which source is currently selected.

10 L/R IN Port: Connect to the analog stereo output of a device such as anaudio player or PC.

6.2 Rear Panel
INHDMIOUTASDI OUT

BDC 5V1234

1 HDMI IN Port: Connect to HDMI source equipment such as a media

player, game console, or set-top box. DVI sources are supported with theuse of an HDMI to DVI adapter.

2 HDMI OUT Port: Connect to an HDMI TV, monitor, or amplifier for digital
video and audio output.

3 SDI OUT A~B Ports: Connect to SDI receiving equipment such as

editing/recording decks, professional studio monitors, or video broadcast
equipment.

4 DC 5V Port: Plug the 5V DC power adapter into this port and connect itto an AC wall outlet for power.

47. CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Pro Video Camera

HDMIInputINHDMIOUTASDI OUTB

DC 5V

PowerSupply

SDI
OutputMonitor58. SPECIFICATIONS
8.1 Technical Specifications
HDMI Bandwidth

18GbpsSDI Bandwidth

12GbpsSMPTE Standard Support

ST 292-1 Level A
ST 425-1
ST 2081-10
ST 2082-10

Input Ports

1×HDMI (Type-A)
1×Unbalanced Stereo Audio (3.5mm)

Output Ports

2×12G-SDI (BNC)
1×HDMI (Type-A)

Service Port

1×USB 2.0 (Micro-B)

Power Supply

5V/2.6A DC(US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)

ESD Protection (HBM)±8kV (Air Discharge)±4kV (Contact Discharge)

Dimensions (W×H×D)

128mm×25mm×75mm [Case Only]
128mm×25mm×94mm [All Inclusive]

Weight347g

Chassis Material

Metal (Steel)

Chassis Color

BlackWhiteOperating Temperature

0˚C – 40˚C/32˚F – 104˚F

Storage Temperature-20˚C – 60˚C/-4˚F – 140˚F

Relative Humidity

20 – 90% RH (Non-condensing)Power Consumption

6.138W

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8.2 VIDEO SPECIFICATIONS
Input
Supported Resolutions (Hz)Output

HDMI

HDMI

SDI

720×400p@70/85







640×480p@60/72/75/85



720×480i@60

720×480p@60







720×576i@50

720×576p@50







800×600p@56/60/72/75/85







848×480p@60







1024×768p@60/70/75/85







1152×864p@75







1280×720p@50/59.94/60







1280×768p@60/75/85







1280×800p@60/75/85







1280×960p@60/85







1280×1024p@60/75/85







1360×768p@60







1366×768p@60







1400×1050p@60







1440×900p@60/75







1600×900p@60RB







1600×1200p@60







1680×1050p@60







1920×1080i@50/59.94/60







1920×1080p@23.98/24/25/29.97/30







1920×1080p@50/59.94/60/100/120







1920×1200p@60RB







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InputSupported Resolutions (Hz)HDMI

Output
HDMI

SDI

2560×1440p@60RB







2560×1600p@60RB







2048×1080p@23.98/24/25/29.97/30







2048×1080p@50/59.94/60







3840×2160p@23.98/24/25/29.97/30







3840×2160p@50/59.94/60 (4:2:0)







3840×2160p@24, HDR10







3840×2160p@50/60 (4:2:0), HDR10







3840×2160p@50/59.94/60







4096×2160p@23.98/24/25/29.97/30







4096×2160p@50/59.94/60 (4:2:0)







4096×2160p@24, HDR10

4096×2160p@50/60 (4:2:0), HDR10







4096×2160p@50/59.94/60





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8.3 Audio Specifications
8.3.1 Digital Audio
HDMI Input / Output
LPCM
Max Channels

8 Channels

Sampling Rate (kHz)32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192

Bitstream
Supported Formats

Standard & High-Definition

SDI Output
LPCM
Max Channels

8 Channels

Sampling Rate (kHz)48, 96

Bitstream
Supported Formats

None

8.3.2 Analog Audio
Analog Input
Max Audio Level

2Vrms

Impedance

30kΩ

TypeUnbalanced9

8.4 Cable Specifications
720p1080p4K30

4K60

12-bit12-bit(4:4:4)8-bit(4:4:4)8-bit

HDMI Input

15m

10m

5m

3m

HDMI Output

15m

10m

5m

3m

200m

100m

80m

Cable Length
High Speed HDMI Cable

Coaxial SDI Cable (Belden 1694A 6GHz Cable)
SDI Output

260m

Note: SDI cable distance measurements are based on Belden 1694A 6GHz
cable. Operating distance may vary if different quality cables are used.
Bandwidth Category Examples:• 1080p (FHD Video)- Up to 1080p@60Hz, 12-bit color- Data rates lower than 5.3Gbps or below 225MHz TMDS clock• 4K30 (4K UHD Video)- 4K@24/25/30Hz & 4K@50/60Hz (4:2:0), 8-bit color- Data rates higher than 5.3Gbps or above 225MHz TMDS clock but
below 10.2Gbps• 4K60 (4K UHD+ Video)- 4K@50/60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit)- 4K@50/60Hz (4:2:0, 10-bit HDR)
- Data rates higher than 10.2Gbps

109. ACRONYMS
ACRONYMCOMPLETE TERM

4K UHD

4K Ultra-High-Definition (10.2Gbps max)

4K UHD+

4K Ultra-High-Definition (18Gbps max)

COAXCoaxialdB

Decibel

DVI

Digital Visual Interface

EDID

Extended Display Identification DataGbpsGigabits per second

HD

High-Definition

HDCP

High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection

HDMI

High-Definition Multimedia Interface

HDR

High Dynamic Range

kHzKilohertz

LEDLight-Emitting Diode

LPCM

Linear Pulse-Code Modulation

MHzMegahertz

SDI

Serial Digital Interface

SNR

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

THD+N

Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise

TMDS

Transition-Minimized Differential Signaling

UHDTV

Ultra-High-Definition Television

USB

Universal Serial Bus

VGA

Video Graphics ArrayWUXGA (RB)

Widescreen Ultra Extended Graphics Array (ReducedBlanking)

XGA

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