BZBGEAR BG-4KHS HDMI 2.0 to 12G-6G-3G-HD-SDI Converter User Manual
Statement
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Safety Precaution
- To prevent damaging this product, avoid heavy pressure, strong vibration, or immersion during transportation, storage, and installation.
- The housing of this product is made of organic materials. Do not expose to any liquid, gas, or solids which may corrode the shell.
- Do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
- To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the case. Installation and maintenance should only be carried out by qualified technicians.
- Do not use the product beyond the specified temperature, humidity, or power supply specifications.
- This product does not contain parts that can be maintained or repaired by users.
Damage caused by dismantling the product without authorization from BZBGEAR is not covered under the warranty policy. - Installation and use of this product must strictly comply with local electrical safety standards.
Introduction
The BZBGEAR BG-4KHS is an HDMI 2.0 to 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI converter with an HDMI loop-out and audio embedder. The HDMI signal is digitally converted into SDI, guaranteeing lossless conversion for both audio and video. Featuring up to 8 channels of audio, the BG-4KHS is compatible with 7.1 or 5.1 surround sound systems. The high-quality analog stereo embedder, HDMI input, two SDI outputs, and an HDMI loop-out provides users convenient flexibility. With these robust features, the BG-4KHS can take HDMI signals from popular consumer-grade video interfaces and effortlessly convert it to SDI without compression for use of professional or commercial AV equipment.
Features
- Supported high-definition (HD) formats:
720p@50,[email protected], 720p@60, 1080i@50, [email protected], 1080i@60, [email protected],
1080p@24, 1080p@25, [email protected], 1080p@30, 1080p@50, [email protected],
1080p@60, 3840×[email protected], 3840×2160@24, 3840×2160@25, 3840×[email protected],
3840×2160@30, 3840×2160@50, 3840×[email protected], 3840×2160@60,
4096×[email protected], 4096×2160@24, 4096×2160@25, 4096×[email protected],
4096×2160@30, 4096×2160@50, 4096×[email protected], 4096×2160@60
Bit Rate: 11.88 Gbps, 11.88/1.001 Gbps, 5.94 Gbps, 5.94/1.001 Gbps, 2.97 Gbps, 2.97/1.001 Gbps, 1.485 Gbps, 1.485/1.001 Gbps, 270 Mbps - Supports HDMI 2.0 and below
- Analog stereo embedding
- Two SDI outputs, one HDMI loop-out, and one HDMI input
Packing List
- 1 x BG-4KHS
- 1 x 5V power adapter
- 1 x Rack-mounting ears set
- 1 x User Manual
Specifications
| Technical | ||
| SDI standards | 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI | |
| HDMI standards | HDMI 2.0 | |
| Auto 3G/HD/SD-SDI detection | Yes | |
| Video support | [SDI] [11.88 Gbps, 11.88/1.001 Gbps] | |
| [HDMI] [up to 18Gbps] | ||
| Video bandwidth | [12G] 4K @50/59.94/60Hz | |
| [6G] 4K2K @23.98/24, 25, 29.97, 30Hz | ||
| [3G] 1080p50/59.94/60 | ||
| [HD] – 720p @50/59.94/60Hz,1080i @50/59.94/60Hz, | ||
| 1080p @23.98/24/25/29.97/30Hz | ||
| Input signal | 1x HDMI + 1x 3.5mm(Audio) | |
| Output signal | 2x SDI + 1x HDMI | |
| Output impedance (SDI) | 75Ω | |
| Cable equalization | [12G-SDI] up to 70m (230ft) | |
| [6G-SDI] up to 100m (328ft) | ||
| [3G-SDI] up to 190m (623ft) | ||
| [HD-SDI] up to 290m (951ft) | ||
| Audio support | [Analog] Supports 2ch stereo | |
| [HDMI] Surround sound (up to 7.1ch) | ||
| PCB stack-up | 6-layer board [impedance control — differential 100Ω; single 50Ω] | |
| Input | 1x HDMI + 1x 3.5mm Stereo Mini | |
| Output | 2x BNC [SDI] + 1x HDMI | |
| BNC connector | 75Ω interlocked socket | |
| HDMI connector | Type A [19-pin female] | |
Mechanical | ||
| Housing | Metal enclosure | |
| Dimensions [L x W x H] | Model | 140 x 106 x 24mm[5.5″ x 4.1″ x 0.9″ ] |
| Package | 198 x 137 x 74mm [7.8″ x 5.4″ x 2.9″] | |
| Carton | 420 x 400 x 300mm [1’4″x 1’3″ x 11.8″] | |
| Weight | Model | 220g [7.7 oz] |
| Package | 420g [0.9 lbs] | |
| Power supply | 5V DC | |
| Power consumption | 7 Watts [max] | |
| Operation temperature | 0~40°C [32~104°F] | |
| Storage temperature | -20~60°C [-4~140°F] | |
| Relative humidity | 20%~90% RH [no condensation] | |
Panel Descriptions
| 1. SDI OUT | 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI output |
| 2. SDI OUT | 12G/6G/3G/HD-SDI output |
| 3. Slide Switch | [Left] Stereo Audio Embedding Function (2ch) |
| [Middle] HDMI Audio Bypass (up to 7.1ch) | |
| [Right] F/W update | |
| 4. LED | Signal LED indicator |
| 5. LED | Power LED indicator |
| 6. Micro USB Port | 5V DC power |
| 7. Stereo Audio Input | 3.5mm Stereo mini |
| 8. HDMI loop-out | Connects to an HDMI display using an HDMI male-to-male cable |
| 9. HDMI IN | Connects to an HDMI source using an HDMI male-to-male cable |
Connection Diagram
Supported Resolutions
| 12G-SDI Output | |
| 4K @50/59.94/60Hz | SMPTE ST-2082 |
| 6G-SDI Output | |
| 4K2K @23.98/24, 25, 29.97, 30Hz | SMPTE ST-2081 |
| 3G-SDI Output | |
| 1080p @ 50/ 59.94 / 60Hz | SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M |
| HD-SDI Output | |
| 720p @ 50Hz | SMPTE 296M -3 |
| 720p @ 60 / 59.94Hz | SMPTE 296M -1, -2 |
| 1080i @ 50Hz | SMPTE 274M -6 |
| 1080i @ 60 / 59.94Hz | SMPTE 274M -4, -5 |
| 1080p @ 24 / 23.98Hz | SMPTE 274M -10, -11 |
| 1080p @ 25Hz | SMPTE 274M -9 |
| 1080p @ 30 / 29.97Hz | SMPTE 274M -7, -8 |
Tech Support
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