Hey all! Quick note after upload I realized that the Blackmagic Bi-Directional Converters which function the same way and are used interchangeably in my kit with the MD-LX are the ones that actually have the inputs and outputs arranged in an X pattern. Thank you to those who pointed it out to me - it was a small oversight before the upload. That doesn't change the functionality of the device. It converts HDMI to SDI and SDI to HDMI with the addition of being able to convert both simultaneously. Of course be certain to make sure you check that the right connections are plugged into inputs and outputs accordingly.
I have one behind a monitor that have trouble going from A to B (have to dig trough the menus to get the correct colors) so it converts everything to level A.
Your convoluted X concept and graphic links input to input and output to output. And there aren’t “two ways to use it.” It’s just simultaneously bidirectional.
@OJHussick thanks for your feedback. The device can be used to convert sdi to hdmi and hdmi to sdi, hence, two ways to use it. You don’t have to use the simultaneous functionality of the device but that is also an option. I further explained that the input would go to the output so anyone watching could easily understand.
I have to agree with OJHussick on this. First off, at 0:28 your HDMI input graphic points to the HDMI output which is completely backwards. Secondly, there is absolutely no scenario (ZERO, NONE) where this device operates in an X pattern as you described at 0:50. Look closely at the device and explain how the SDI Input connects to the HDMI Input? Similarly, connecting the Output to Output would have NO effect either. The connections are parallel to each other on top and bottom, NOT in an X pattern. I use these daily and know exactly where the connections are by touch, even in places where I cannot see the device. You could use this in two ways if you count each direction of conversion but that part is debatable. The other function using the "Loop Thru" is it will only loop if there is no signal on the opposing Input. Say you have an SDI source going to a stage and converting to HDMI for a presenter to see the slides. The SDI output can be used to loop out to your projector. In the event a presenter connects to the HDMI input on stage, the input is detected and automatically switches the SDI output to show the HDMI input on the projector. A mini auto switcher for presentations from the podium! And finally, YES there is a menu system, internally via the USB connection using the Decimator software. The real question is... Why is the converter so big in the thumbnail photo? Your fingers would be the size of a newborn holding that converter!
@@lavsolutionsevent Sorry about that, on the Blackmagic converters they are diagonal and I typically use these interchangeably. This edit slipped through the cracks on a very unimportant graphic that doesn't change the way this device operates. Additionally, a thumbnail is just meant to grab someone’s attention and if you see thumbnails on a small phone screen the object needs to be identifiable. No one ever set a rule that the object had to be sized to scale on a thumbnail. It’s simply just so someone can see it properly.
Can the HDMI out feed a DVI-I monitor, or is it DVI-D only. The BMD UDC will only feed a digital DVI-D monitor input. It this case, I usually need to run my computer into an HDMI DA first. This way I can then feed one output to my BMD HDMI to SDI UDC for my ATEM and the other to my Smart Podium that only has the DVI-I input. The reason I do this is because the HDMI Loop Through on the BMD UDC always has a shimmer or jitter on the HDMI output. If you are converter SDI to HDMI, they look fine. Using this, if it works, I would be able to eliminate the HDMI DA. Sorry about the long explanation. Thanks!!!
I'm not sure as I don't use DVI based monitors in my workflow. As with anything, the answer is you'll need to test with your own unique setup requirements. But typically the Decimator just works in every scenario I've used it.
Youve recently had a lot of content about bi directional converters, will you do anything on how you get a good connection in the worst of situations? Think it will help a lot of people
@@mindrevive yep I’ve got a short video on using Popup WiFi which is a cellular bonded unit we rent in tough situations but I can add that to my long list of things to consider!
They feel more robust than then BMD MicroConverters apart from the USB Power connector. Do you know if Decimator is planning on upgrading this with USB-C? Micro USB connectors do not stand up to the same handeling as USB-C does.
@@ivarmh that’s a good point. I’m not sure on USB-C. With all the shortages a part of me prays they make a 4K compatible version with USB-C and just say surprise here’s like a million of them and they magically come in stock everywhere.
Hey all! Quick note after upload I realized that the Blackmagic Bi-Directional Converters which function the same way and are used interchangeably in my kit with the MD-LX are the ones that actually have the inputs and outputs arranged in an X pattern. Thank you to those who pointed it out to me - it was a small oversight before the upload. That doesn't change the functionality of the device. It converts HDMI to SDI and SDI to HDMI with the addition of being able to convert both simultaneously. Of course be certain to make sure you check that the right connections are plugged into inputs and outputs accordingly.
Don’t forget, this also converts from sdi-a to sdi-b and vice versa, though you have to do this via a laptop connected via the usb…
@@robwalker8530 yessir also helpful!
I have one behind a monitor that have trouble going from A to B (have to dig trough the menus to get the correct colors) so it converts everything to level A.
Your convoluted X concept and graphic links input to input and output to output.
And there aren’t “two ways to use it.” It’s just simultaneously bidirectional.
@OJHussick thanks for your feedback. The device can be used to convert sdi to hdmi and hdmi to sdi, hence, two ways to use it. You don’t have to use the simultaneous functionality of the device but that is also an option.
I further explained that the input would go to the output so anyone watching could easily understand.
I have to agree with OJHussick on this. First off, at 0:28 your HDMI input graphic points to the HDMI output which is completely backwards. Secondly, there is absolutely no scenario (ZERO, NONE) where this device operates in an X pattern as you described at 0:50. Look closely at the device and explain how the SDI Input connects to the HDMI Input? Similarly, connecting the Output to Output would have NO effect either. The connections are parallel to each other on top and bottom, NOT in an X pattern. I use these daily and know exactly where the connections are by touch, even in places where I cannot see the device.
You could use this in two ways if you count each direction of conversion but that part is debatable. The other function using the "Loop Thru" is it will only loop if there is no signal on the opposing Input. Say you have an SDI source going to a stage and converting to HDMI for a presenter to see the slides. The SDI output can be used to loop out to your projector. In the event a presenter connects to the HDMI input on stage, the input is detected and automatically switches the SDI output to show the HDMI input on the projector. A mini auto switcher for presentations from the podium!
And finally, YES there is a menu system, internally via the USB connection using the Decimator software. The real question is... Why is the converter so big in the thumbnail photo? Your fingers would be the size of a newborn holding that converter!
@@lavsolutionsevent Sorry about that, on the Blackmagic converters they are diagonal and I typically use these interchangeably. This edit slipped through the cracks on a very unimportant graphic that doesn't change the way this device operates.
Additionally, a thumbnail is just meant to grab someone’s attention and if you see thumbnails on a small phone screen the object needs to be identifiable. No one ever set a rule that the object had to be sized to scale on a thumbnail. It’s simply just so someone can see it properly.
Can the HDMI out feed a DVI-I monitor, or is it DVI-D only. The BMD UDC will only feed a digital DVI-D monitor input. It this case, I usually need to run my computer into an HDMI DA first. This way I can then feed one output to my BMD HDMI to SDI UDC for my ATEM and the other to my Smart Podium that only has the DVI-I input. The reason I do this is because the HDMI Loop Through on the BMD UDC always has a shimmer or jitter on the HDMI output. If you are converter SDI to HDMI, they look fine. Using this, if it works, I would be able to eliminate the HDMI DA. Sorry about the long explanation. Thanks!!!
I'm not sure as I don't use DVI based monitors in my workflow. As with anything, the answer is you'll need to test with your own unique setup requirements. But typically the Decimator just works in every scenario I've used it.
Youve recently had a lot of content about bi directional converters, will you do anything on how you get a good connection in the worst of situations? Think it will help a lot of people
@@mindrevive yep I’ve got a short video on using Popup WiFi which is a cellular bonded unit we rent in tough situations but I can add that to my long list of things to consider!
They feel more robust than then BMD MicroConverters apart from the USB Power connector. Do you know if Decimator is planning on upgrading this with USB-C? Micro USB connectors do not stand up to the same handeling as USB-C does.
@@ivarmh that’s a good point. I’m not sure on USB-C. With all the shortages a part of me prays they make a 4K compatible version with USB-C and just say surprise here’s like a million of them and they magically come in stock everywhere.