Product Information:

4K HDMI to SSD Converter

Model: DDAACC-9-P94PK4K

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Warnings and Precautions

Read all of these warnings and save them for later
reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use this unit in or near water.
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious damage.
Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are
provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not
be blocked or covered.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are
plugged into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the
cabinet ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this
unit.
Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do
not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing
covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous
voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer
all service issues to qualified service personnel.

Warranty

Standard Warranty

Datavideo equipment is guaranteed against any manufacturing
defects for one year from the date of purchase. The original
purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be supplied
at the time of any request for repair under warranty. The product
warranty period begins on the purchase date. If the purchase date
is unknown, the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day
after shipment from a Datavideo office. Damage caused by accident,
misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or water is not covered
under warranty. Viruses and malware infections on the computer
systems are not covered under warranty. Any errors caused by
unauthorized third-party software installations, which are not
required by our computer systems, are not covered under warranty.
All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the
expense of the owner. All other claims of any nature are not
covered. Cables and batteries are not covered under warranty.
Warranty is only valid in the country or region of purchase. Your
statutory rights are not affected.

Three Year Warranty

All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017, are
qualified for a free two-year extension to the standard warranty,
providing the product is registered with Datavideo within 30 days
of purchase.

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Table of Contents
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ………………………………………… 4 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ………………………………………. 4 WARRANTY ………………………………………………………………….. 6
STANDARD WARRANTY ………………………………………………………. 6 THREE YEAR WARRANTY …………………………………………………….. 6 DISPOSAL …………………………………………………………………….. 7 1. INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………. 8 2. CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS……………………………………. 9 2.1FRONT PANEL………………………………………………………………. 9 2.2 REAR PANEL ……………………………………………………………… 11 3. FIRMWARE UPDATE …………………………………………………. 13 3.1 SYSTEM CONNECTION ………………………………………………….. 14 3.2 CHECKING THE FIRMWARE VERSION………………………………….. 15 3.3 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE…………………………………………….. 17 4. DIMENSIONS …………………………………………………………… 22 5. SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………………………………. 23 SERVICE AND SUPPORT ………………………………………… 28
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Disclaimer of Product & Services The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all times, Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct, complete and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that some information in this manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may be incomplete. This manual may contain typing errors, omissions or incorrect information. Datavideo Technologies always recommend that you double check the information in this document for accuracy before making any purchase decision or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for any omissions or errors, or for any subsequent loss or damage caused by using the information contained within this manual. Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be obtained by contacting your local Datavideo Office or dealer.
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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Warnings and Precautions
1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit. 3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this unit in or near water. 5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may
fall, causing serious damage. 6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for
ventilation. To ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or over a heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit where the power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed. 9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord rating.
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10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.
12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed; b. When liquid has spilled into the unit; c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water; d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating conditions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions in this manual; improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage to the unit and may often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation; e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged; f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
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Warranty Standard Warranty
Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for one year from the date of purchase.
The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be supplied at the time of any request for repair under warranty.
The product warranty period beings on the purchase date. If the purchase date is unknown, the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day after shipment from a Datavideo office.
Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or water is not covered under warranty.
Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered under warranty.
Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software installations, which are not required by our computer systems, are not covered under warranty.
All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of the owner.
All other claims of any nature are not covered. Cables and batteries are not covered under warranty. Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase. Your statutory rights are not affected.
Three Year Warranty
All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017 are qualified for a free two years extension to the standard warranty, providing the product is registered with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.
Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels, DVD drives, Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting, Camera module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.
The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo’s official website or with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors within 30 days of purchase.
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Disposal
For EU Customers only – WEEE Marking This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
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1. Introduction
The DAC-9P 4K 4K HDMI to SDI Converter converts up to 4K50/60 4K HDMI signal to 12G-SDI signal, it is easy to connect the 4K HDMI signal devices and professional 12G-SDI video equipment. The DAC-9P 4K allows you to convert an HDMI input signal to an SDI output signal. Moreover, it provides HDMI LOOPOUT function. Furthermore, you can select the audio signal from the HDMI or the RCA analog audio signal to be the audio source for the SDI output. The DAC-9P 4K Converter is useful for a variety of broadcast and professional AV applications.
Features
Supports up to DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) Supports HDMI 2.0 input and loop-thru output Supports two 12G SDI output interfaces Supports Re-Clocking Provides Additional 2-Channel RCA Analog Audio Input interface Supports Automatic Input Signal Detection Aluminum appearance design, which is rugged and durable.
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2. Connections and Controls
2.1Front Panel
4K HDMI IN Input/LOOP THRU Output This is the 4K HDMI IN input interface and LOOPTHRU output interface. IN: 4K HDMI Input LOOP THRU: 4K HDMI Loop Through Output.
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AUDIO IN RCA Input Two channels of Unbalanced L / R Audio input.
DC IN Socket Please connect the supplied 12V DC adapter to this interface. The connection can be secured by screwing the outer fastening ring of the DC In plug to the socket. Power LED Indicator If the DC IN 12V power is connected, this indicator will light up.
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2.2 Rear Panel
12G-SDI OUT Output Interface These are two SDI OUT output interfaces for you to convert a 4K HDMI input signal to a 12G-SDI output signal and to be the output source for these two interfaces. Signal LED IndicatorWhen the output signal is connected, this indicator will light up. AUDIO SOURCE Selecting Switch This is the AUDIO SOURCE Selecting Switch for you to select whether you want to output the HDMIembedded audio signal or the RCA analog audio signal.
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F/W UPGRADE This USB Type C interface is used for firmware update only.
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3. Firmware Update
Firmware Update Procedure DAC-9P 4K
This document provides procedures for updating the DAC-9P 4K 4K HDMI to SDI Converter. Updating the DAC-9P 4K 4K HDMI to SDI Converter Firmware What items you should prepare before updating the firmware
The latest DAC-9P 4K firmware zip file x 1
The latest firmware zip file can be downloaded from the DAC-9P 4K product page of the Datavideo official website https://www.datavideo.com/product/DAC-9P%204K . After the downloaded firmware zip file is unzipped, you can see one firmware file.
Converter firmware file CV-513ZK-DV_20220818_NUC.bin DAC-9P 4K main unit x 1 USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter cable x 1 Firmware update tool x 1 DC 12V power adapter x 1 Notebook PC x 1
This document describes how to perform firmware update on a Windows computer.
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3.1 System Connection 14

Checking the Firmware Version Updating the Firmware

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3.2 Checking the Firmware Version
1. Please use a 12V power adapter to connect to the DC IN 12V power interface of the DAC-9P 4K.
2. Please use a USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter cable to connect from the USB Type-C interface of the DAC-9P 4K to the USB Type A interface of your notebook PC or PC.
3. Please open the downloaded firmware update tool “DAC-TOOL.exe”.

4. Please select the DAC-9P 4K option.
5. Please press the “Read” button next to the “FW Revision” column for reading the current firmware version.
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3.3 Updating the Firmware
1. Please use a 12V power adapter to connect to the DC IN 12V power interface of the DAC-9P 4K. 2. Please use a USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter cable to connect from the USB Type-C interface of the DAC-9P 4K to the USB Type-A interface of your notebook PC or PC. 3. Please open the downloaded firmware update tool “DAC-TOOL.exe”.
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4. Please select the DAC-9P 4K option.
5. Please click the button next to the “Firmware MCU” to select your downloaded firmware file and then press the “Open” button.
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6. You can see that the firmware file is selected, please press the “Burn” button.
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7. You will see a reminder to remind you to reboot DAC-9P 4K, please unplug and replug the power for your DAC-9P 4K.
8. After the DAC-9P 4K is power-cycled, the firmware update procedure will be started automatically. After the progress bar reaches 100%, the firmware is updated successfully.
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4. Dimensions
All measurements in millimeters (mm)
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5. Specifications

Model Name

DAC-9P 4K

Product Name

4K HDMI to SDI Converter

Conversion

4K HDMI to 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI

Video Inputs

1x HDMI 2.0 Type A

Loop Through

1 x HDMI 2.0 Type A