Connectors
1-5
SDI OUT
SDI video outputs BNC connectors.
6
Mini-B USB port
Connects to the Converters Setup software via your Mac OS or Windows computer.
The Mini Converter’s internal software is also updated using the USB port.
7
SDI LOOP
Direct output of your input video.
8
SDI IN
SDI Input.
9
REF IN
Reference video input.
10
POWER +12V
12 volt power supply input.
Switches
Mini Converter UpDownCross’ switches provide the following settings:
Switch 8 - Aspect Ratio Conversion
Combinations of switches 8 and 7 set the video aspect ratio when up or down converting.
For example, when down converting, the letterbox aspect ratio is applied by setting switches
8 and 7 to the OFF position.
Aspect Ratio Conversion Table
Down
conversion
Switch 8
Switch 7
Switch Diagram
Letterbox
16:9 Ratio Image
4:3 Ratio Display
OFF
OFF
Anamorphic
16:9 Ratio Image
4:3 Ratio Display
OFF
ON
Center Cut
16:9 Ratio Image
4:3 Ratio Display
ON
ON
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