12G-SDI to HDMI Converter

Name: VC486
Brand: ATEN

VC486

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Converts HD/3G/6G/12G-SDI input signals to an HDMI output in real time
SDI signal re-clocked for high signal quality
Supports SDI standard SMPTE-292/424/425-3/2081/2082
Supports analog stereo audio output with RCA (R/L) connector

The VC486 is a 12G-SDI to HDMI 2.0 Converter that converts HD/3G/6G/12G-SDI input signals to an HDMI output in real time. It supports various transmission distances depending on different SDI formats, including 45 m (12G-SDI), 60 m (6G-SDI), 90 m(3G-SDI), and 150 m (HD-SDI), offering the flexibility for professional video projects. In addition, the converter works with ATEN VC486 Configuration Software, allowing users to configure the device's input, output, and audio settings with ease. The VC486 is a perfect choice for converting SDI signal to HDMI for applications such as broadcasting, medical imaging and industrial inspection.

Package Contents

1x VC486 12G-SDI to HDMI Converter
1x Power Adapter
1x HDMI LockPro
4x Foot Pads
1x User Instructions

Converts HD/3G/6G/12G-SDI input signals to an HDMI output in real time
SDI signal re-clocked for high signal quality
Supports SDI standard SMPTE-292/424/425-3/2081/2082
Supports an SDI distance of up to 45 m (12G-SDI), 60 m (6G-SDI), 90 m (3G-SDI) and 150 m (HD-SDI)
Supported SDI formats:
• HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M, 296M, up to 1.485 Gbps)
• 3G-SDI (SMPTE 424M, 425M level A and B, up to 2.97 Gbps)
• 6G-SDI (SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, up to 6 Gbps)
• 12G-SDI (SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, SMPTE 2082-1 and SMPTE 2082-10, up to 12 Gbps)
Supports analog stereo audio output with RCA (R/L) connector
Automatic detection of input video signals
Analog Audio channel selection with a 8-step rotary switch
Locking power connector

Switches
Audio EDID Selection	1 x rotary switch (8-steps)
Control
USB	1 x Micro USB (FW upgrade)
Video Input
Interfaces	1 x SDI (BNC connector, inter-locked socket)
Impedance	75 Ω
Video Output
Interfaces	1 x HDMI (Type-A) Female 1 x SDI (BNC connector, inter-locked socket)
Impedance	HDMI 100 Ω / SDI 75 Ω
Video
Max. Data Rate	12 Gbps
Supported Resolutions	720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 , 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p, 2K DCI 25PsF 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60 4K DCI 23.98p, 4K DCI 24p, 4K DCI 25p
Max. Distance	[12G-SDI] up to 45m [6G-SDI] up to 60m [3G-SDI] up to 90m [HD-SDI] up to 150m HDMI up to 3m (3840 X 2160@60Hz)
Audio
Output	1 x HDMI (Type-A) Female 2 x RCA connector Female (R/L, analog audio)
Format	Compliance with HDMI 2.0 with 2 CH Audio
SDI Formats	HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M, 296M, up to 1.485 Gbps) 3G-SDI (SMPTE 424M, 425M level A, up to 2.97 Gbps) 6G-SDI (SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, up to 6 Gbps) 12G-SDI (SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, SMPTE 2082-1 and SMPTE 2082-10, up to 12Gbps)
Connectors
Power	1 x DC 5V 3A, Lockable
Power Consumption	DC5V:5.69W:27BTU/h Note: ● The measurement in Watts indicates the typical power consumption of the device with no external loading. ● The measurement in BTU/h indicates the power consumption of the device when it is fully loaded.
Environmental
Operating Temperature	0 - 40 ºC
Storage Temperature	-20 - 60 ºC
Humidity	20 - 90% RH, Non-Condensing
Physical Properties
Housing	Metal
Weight	0.65 kg ( 1.43 lb )
Dimensions (L x W x H)	18.20 x 12.96 x 2.87 cm (7.17 x 5.1 x 1.13 in.)
Carton Lot	5 pcs
Note	For some of rack mount products, please note that the standard physical dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format.

Datasheet

vc486_converter_ds_en.pdf (1.12 MB)

User Manual

File Name	Release Date
vc486_um_w-2021-08-24.pdf (2.23 MB)	2021-08-24

Quick Start Guides

vc486_converter_qsg.pdf (1.37 MB)

Firmware

Desc.	Ver.	Release Date	File Name
Firmware Upgrade	v1.0.073	2021-11-11	vc486_v1.0.073.zip
Firmware Upgrade	v1.0.071	2021-10-04	vc486_v1.0.071.zip
Firmware Upgrade	v1.0.069	2020-07-09	vc486_v1.0.069.zip