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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES 

Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these 
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. 

 

This device is intended for indoor use only. 

 

Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or 
other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on 
the device, immediately unplug it from the power outlet and allow it to fully dry 
before reapplying power. 

 

Do not touch the device, the power cord, or any other connected cables with wet 
hands. 

 

Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on, 
or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in direct 
sunlight. 

 

This device ventilates excessive heat through the slots and openings in the case. Do 
not block or cover these openings. Ensure that the device is in an open area where 
it can get sufficient airflow to keep from overheating. 

 

Do not place or install this device in an area where it can be exposed to excessive 
amounts of dust, humidity, oil, smoke, or combustible vapors. 

 

Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if 
physical damage has occurred. 

 

Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the 
same type and level of power required by the device. 

 

Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector 
head or adapter body. 

 

Unplug this device from the power source when not in use. 

 

Ensure that power is turned off and disconnected before making any electrical 
connections. 

Summary of Contents for Blackbird 9140A-PCA

Page 1: ...Blackbird 6G SDI to HDMI Converter P N 21829 User s Manual ...

Page 2: ...s a fireplace stove radiator etc Do not leave it in direct sunlight This device ventilates excessive heat through the slots and openings in the case Do not block or cover these openings Ensure that the device is in an open area where it can get sufficient airflow to keep from overheating Do not place or install this device in an area where it can be exposed to excessive amounts of dust humidity oi...

Page 3: ...an HDMI output It has a maximum input resolution of 4K 30Hz 4 2 2 and a maximum output resolution of 4K 30Hz 4 4 4 It has the ability to extract the audio from the SDI signal and output either stereo analog audio or AES EBU digital audio aka AES3 It features an 8 pin DIP switch to lock or unlock the buttons or to select one of the external audio options FEATURES Converts an SDI signal at resolutio...

Page 4: ...port monoprice com PACKAGE CONTENTS Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed below If anything is missing or damaged please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a replacement 1x 4K 6G SDI to HDMI converter 1x AC power adapter 12 VDC 1A 4x Plastic feet 1x User s manual PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel 1 HDMI OUT HDMI port for connecting an HDMI display ...

Page 5: ...onnecting an SDI output device 6 SOURCE LED The LED illuminates blue when an input signal is detected on SDI IN 1 The LED blinks blue when an input signal is detected on SDI IN 2 7 FW Micro USB port for performing firmware updates Side Panel 1 DIP SWITCHES 8 DIP switches for locking or unlocking the top panel buttons and enabling or disabling external audio The DIP switch is ON 1 when it is in the...

Page 6: ...io options See the AUDIO BUTTON section for details 2 VOLUME Press the up or down VOLUME buttons to increase or decrease the output volume level The LEDs to the left of the buttons indicate the volume level 3 MUTE Press the MUTE button to enable or disable audio muting ...

Page 7: ...eed HDMI Cable not included plug one end into the HDMI input on your HDMI display then plug the other end into the HDMI OUT port on the converter 4 Optional Using a 6G SDI cable not included plug one end into the SDI input of an SDI display then plug the other end into the SDI OUT connector on the converter 5 Using a 6G SDI cable not included plug one end into the SDI IN 1 connector on the convert...

Page 8: ... the digital audio input of an external audio device 8 Plug the DC barrel connector of the included AC power adapter into the DC 12V connector on the converter then plug the adapter into a nearby AC power outlet The POWER LED on the converter will illuminate red 9 Start video playback on your source device then verify that video can be seen on the HDMI display Congratulations your 6G SDI to HDMI c...

Page 9: ... EBU digital Place DIP switch 8 in the OFF position for ANALOG audio or put it in the ON position for AES EBU digital audio AUDIO BUTTON Use the AUDIO button to select analog left channel analog right channel analog stereo or AES EBU digital audio The LEDs indicate the audio selection according to the following table AES EBU L R Description ON OFF OFF AES EBU digital audio is selected OFF ON OFF L...

Page 10: ... Maximum HDMI Output Resolution 4K 30Hz 8 bit HDMI Version 1 4 HDCP Version 2 2 Analog Audio Output Format PCM Digital Audio Output Format AES EBU aka AES3 Audio Frequency Response 20 Hz 20 kHz 3dB Input Power 12 VDC 1A AC Adapter Input Power 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Maximum Power Consumption 11 watts Operating Temperature 32 104 F 0 40 C Storage Temperature 14 131 F 10 55 C Relative Humidity 10 90 RH...

Page 11: ... of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates Technical support is available through the online chat button on our website www monoprice com during regular business hours 7 days a week You can also get assistance through email by sending a message to tech monoprice com Blackbird is a trademark of Monoprice Inc HDMI the HDMI Logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks ...

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