Optical Fiber Connectors
Some Blackmagic Converter models include an SFP socket to accept a compatible SFP optical
fiber module that supports up to 3G, 6G or 12G-SDI video. The module is an optical transmitter
and receiver with sockets for optical fiber cables.
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Examine the Optical Out/In socket to make
sure it is free of dust.
Remove the protective cover from the SFP optical
fiber module, and insert it in the SFP socket.
A locking pin clicks into position to secure the
module in the socket.
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The optical fiber cables have latching tabs
on top to make sure they don’t fall out.
Plug in the optical fiber cables. Confirm the Out
and In plugs are in the correct sockets, and that
the locking tabs on the plugs hold the lever of the
SFP optical fiber module upright.
Fail Safe Alternate SDI inputs
Some Blackmagic Converter models include alternative SDI inputs for redundancy.
These inputs are labeled ‘Alt SDI In’ and will immediately take over should the primary SDI input
signal fail. In this rare scenario, the SDI LOCK LED will flash, indicating that the converter has
switched to the ALT SDI input.
HDMI
L - ANALOG or
AES/EBU
R - ANALOG
SDI LOCK
SDI OUT
ALT SDI IN
SDI IN
POWER
+12V
SDI to HDMI
HDMI
L - ANALOG or
AES/EBU
R - ANALOG
SDI LOCK
SDI OUT
ALT SDI IN
SDI IN
POWER
+12V
SDI to HDMI
Converters with an ‘Alt SDI’ input will
automatically switch to this secondary input
should the primary SDI input signal fail.
Getting Started
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