Description
The Teranex Express from Blackmagic Design is a real-time SD, HD, and Ultra HD broadcast up/down converter. This lets you convert your SD and HD footage to Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) for presentations on large high-resolution displays, or convert your Ultra HD footage for displaying on HD monitors.
With advanced processing technology developed and patented by Teranex, you get full 10-bit processing with high-quality de-interlace and Ultra HD scaling algorithms. You can also use the Teranex Express to synchronize non genlock external feeds or cameras into switchers for live production. Conversions retain timecode, include closed caption data, and maintain audio sync so your video is ready for real-time editing or broadcast.
The Teranex Express features two SDI input connectors -- one 12G and one 6G -- and matching output connectors, which support 12G-SDI and a Dual Link 6G-SDI signals. The in/out connections also support SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI signals, for compatibility with your existing SDI equipment. Loop outputs for each input and a genlock input are provided, as well as an industry standard socket so you can install an optional optical fiber module to run video up to 28 miles over fiber optic cable.
Using the same familiar control panel as the Teranex 2D and 3D, the Teranex Express puts all the controls you need at your fingertips. The built-in LCD monitor lets you navigate menus and see source format and frame rate with live video, so you don't need an external monitor for operation. The Teranex Express also features a machined metal front panel, compact 1RU size, and a built-in international power supply.
Features
- Real-Time Up/Down Broadcast Converter
- 12G-SDI and Dual Link 6G-SDI In/Out
- SD/HD/3G-SDI Compatible
- SD, HD, and Ultra HD (3840x2160) Support
- Adjustable Scaling
- Aspect Ratio Conversion
- Timecode and Subtitle Support
- Genlock Reference Input
- Optional Optical Fiber Output Module
- Built-In, International Power Supply
Specifications
| SDI Video Input | 1 x 12G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G switchable) 1 x 6G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, and 6G switchable); usable as dual link input for 4:2:2 3G or 6G |
| SDI Video Loop | 1 x 12G-SDI, 10-bit, reclocked (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G switchable) 1 x 6G-SDI, 10-bit, reclocked (SD, HD, 3G, and 6G switchable) |
| SDI Video Output | 1 x 12G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G switchable) 1 x 6G-SDI, 10-bit (SD, HD, 3G, and 6G switchable); usable as dual link input for 4:2:2 3G or 6G |
| SDI Audio Input | 16 channels of embedded SDI audio |
| SDI Audio Output | 16 channels of embedded SDI audio |
| Dolby Support | Dolby AC-3 pass through in all conversions Dolby E pass through except during video frame rate conversions |
| Multi-Rate Support | SDI connections are switchable between SD, HD/2K, and Ultra HD SDI switches between 270 Mb/s SD-SDI, 1.5 Gb/s HD-SDI, 3 Gb/s HD, and 6 Gb/s or 12 Gb/s Ultra HD |
| Sync Input | Blackburst in SD or TriSync HD |
| Interface | Illuminated pushbuttons, status LEDs, and LCD with onscreen menus |
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 mini B port for software updates and configuration |
| SDI Resolution | 525 NTSC, 625 PAL, 720HD, 1080HD, 2K (2048x1080) and Ultra HD 4K (3840x2160) switchable |
| Format Support | SD 525/29.97 NTSC 625/25 PAL HD 720p 50/59.94 1080i 50/59.94 1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 2K 2048x1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97 2048x1080p 23.94/24/25/29.97 UHD 4K 3840x2160p 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 |
| SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, and SMPTE 425M |
| SDI Metadata Support | VITC/ATC support, SMPTE 12M Video indexing support including WSS, RP186 and AFD, SMPTE 2016 Closed captioning support for conversions to and from 608 and 708, SMPTE 334M. |
| Audio Sampling | 24-bit, 48 kHz |
| Video Sampling | 4:2:2 |
| Color Precision | 10-bit |
| Color Space | Rec 601, Rec 709 |
| Aspect Ratio Conversion | Real time fixed aspect ratio conversions |
| Real Time Video Processing | Includes color correction and proc amp control |
| Format Conversion | Real time up conversion, down conversion, cross conversion |
| Colorspace Conversion | Hardware based real time |
| Software Control | Software control utility (included) for changing settings via Windows 7 and Mac OS X |
| Internal Software Upgrade | Automatic upgrades when connected via USB 2.0 |
| Supported Operating Systems | Mac OS X 10.7 Lion or later Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion or later Windows 7 Windows 8 |
| Power Supply | 1 x Built-in international AC power supply with IEC C14 inlet 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 41 to 122° F (5 to 50° C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 113° F (-20 to 45° C) |
| Relative Humidity | 0 to 90%, non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 19.0 x 1.75 x 4.6" (48.3 x 4.5 x 11.7 cm) |
| Weight | 3.20 lb (1.45 kg) |
| Package Weight | 3.765 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 19.45 x 8.45 x 3.05" |