Applications

• Ingest HDV, DV, and AVCHD into an SDI based NLE
• Create Tape Dubs to Digi-Beta or HDCAM
• Convert from DVI source (such as a computer) to HD/SD-SDI
• Play 720p and 1080i HDV and DV tapes in Sony HDV cameras and decks and get HD/SD-SDI output (save the cost of purchasing extra decks)
• Use consumer grade HDV camera to play back tapes at same quality as higher end decks (including scaling)

Product Downloads

• HD-Connect MI Review by Bob Zelin
• HD-Connect MI Review by High Definition Magazine (UK)

• HD-Connect MI Brochure
• HD-Connect MI Manual
• HD-Connect MI Order Form

• Deck/ Camcorder Compatibility Chart
• HD-Connect MI Compatibility Chart
• HDMI White Paper

• HD-Connect MI (1394 based) Controller/ Updater:
  • MAC (Universal) 1.1.53
  • PC 1.1.53 (Note that the PC Controller/ Updater requires the Java Runtime J2SE JRE , if you don't already have it.)

Product Features

• HDMI → HD/SD-SDI Conversion (with emedded audio & time code)
• HDV, DV and AVCHD Playback Support!
• 720/60p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/60i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/30p, 1080/29.97p, 1080/25p, 1080/24p, 1080/23.97p, 486i and 576i HDMI support
• Eliminates Long-GOP (HDV or AVCHD) editing (and associated render times) by enabling REAL-TIME conversion of HDV/AVCHD to DNxHD, DVCProHD and other I-Frame Codecs
• YUV 4:2:2 or RGB 4:4:4 HDMI/DVI Support
• 50Hz and 59.94/60Hz compatible
• Up to 8 channels audio (7.1)
• Saves the cost of purchasing multiple decks for 720p and 1080i support. For example, the Sony M25U deck or HDR-HC3 camcorder will playback both 720p and 1080i tapes (except 720p24 and 1080i24F). (Not possible with Native HDV Editing).
• Cross Conversion and down-scale as provided by the deck. (see compatability chart below)
• 100% digital, no A/D or D/A conversions or losses.
• RS-422→ 1394 deck control for batch captures: offline/online workflows
• Compatible with Sony HDCam & DigiBeta Decks
• Verified with: Avid Adrenaline HD, Avid DS Nitris, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro (with AJA or Blackmagic Card), Adobe Premiere, Media 100 & Quantel products
• NOTE: Will not convert HDCP encrypted content.
• Color Bar Output with no HDMI input
• Extremely low latency (<100 usec)
• Ability to force 1080i, 720p, or SD(486i or 576i) from HDMI devices that would not otherwise support these formats (eg. Sony HDC-HC3)
• Size= 3.5"(L) x 5.0" (W) x 1.1"(H)
• Power: +5V, 3 Watts
• Power Supply Included
• MSRP= $595