MCSDI-1 Portable Media Converter converts SD or HD Analog Component HDMI signals to SDI for cost-effective live video production
Focus Enhancements Inc, a worldwide leader in media management and Ultra Wideband (UWB) wireless technology, introduced the MCSDI-1 Portable Media Converter at IBC 2007 (stand 9.441) at the Amsterdam RAI. The MCSDI-1 is a cost-effective solution for professionals who need to source professional HD-SDI equipment from camcorders featuring an HDMI uncompressed output.
The MCSDI-1 converts HD analog, SD analog, or digital HDMI input signals to HD-SDI or SD-SDI output – all in a portable package that can be easily mounted on the bottom of a camcorder for handheld or tripod use. Fully digital and uncompressed, SDI has become the production format for high end broadcast and live video productions. By converting a signal to HD-SDI or SD-SDI, the MCSDI-1 converter delivers the highest quality video available from a camcorder – making it the ideal solution for live video productions.
“The MCSDI-1 lowers the costs of live video production, by providing a high quality HDMI-to-HD-SDI conversion,” said Robert Caldeira, senior product manager for Focus Enhancements. “MCSDI-1 converters combined with a Focus HX series HD Switcher provides unprecedented price performance for multi-camera productions.”
Additional MCSDI-1 features include:
- 2-channel embedded digital audio
- Auto-sensing of signal inputs
- Video mute color bar output for equipment setup
- User-selectable audio levels
- NTSC/PAL
- DC power input (as low as 7.2VDC).
The MCSDI-1 is expected to be available in mid-September through authorized Focus Enhancements dealers at a US MSRP of $699.
Did you enjoy this article? Sign up to receive the StudioDaily Fix eletter containing the latest stories, including news, videos, interviews, reviews and more.
