The Decimator MD-HX is a compact, portable HDMI/SDI cross converter designed for rental use where fast, dependable format conversion and flexible routing are required. It provides an intuitive LCD and button interface for on-site configuration without a computer, and supports a wide range of SDI and HDMI workflows.

Key Features

• Versatile conversion modes: 14 selectable modes covering combinations of SDI, HDMI and scaled inputs and outputs to handle common cross-conversion and scaling tasks.
• Easy local control: built-in LCD and buttons for menu selection, eliminating the need for DIP switches or external software.
• Flexible I/O: 1 x HDMI input, 1 x HDMI output, one SDI input (3G/HD/SD), two SDI outputs plus active SDI loop-through.
• Broad SDI format support: 3G, HD and SD rates including 1080p, 1080i, 720p and standard definition formats at common frame rates up to 1080p60.
• Menu options: choose SDI output source, HDMI output type and source, scaler source, reference and format settings, aspect controls, audio pair routing for HDMI and SDI, LCD backlight timing, and more.

Use Cases

• Live events where camera SDI signals must be converted to HDMI monitors or switcher inputs.
• Broadcast and ENG workflows needing format conversion between HDMI sources and SDI infrastructure.
• On-location productions that require compact, battery-friendly equipment and quick setup changes via an LCD/menu interface.

Specifications

• SDI formats: 3G SMPTE 424M at 2.97/2.967 Gb/s for 1080p up to 60/59.94/50 Hz; HD SMPTE 292M/274M/296M at 1.485/1.435 Gb/s for 1080i, 1080p/psf and 720p frame rates; SD SMPTE 259M at 270 Mb/s for 625i50 and 525i59.94.
• Inputs: 1 x HDMI input, 1 x SDI input (3G/HD/SD).
• Outputs: 1 x HDMI output, 2 x SDI outputs plus 2 x SDI active loop-through or addition outputs.

Included with your rental

• MD-HX converter unit.
• Power supply.
• Basic user guide for front-panel menu operations.

Conversion modes summary: SDI to HDMI and SDI out; combinations of SDI and HDMI in/out with and without scaling; scaled SDI/HDMI to SDI/HDMI outputs. The front-panel menu makes switching between modes straightforward for fast turnaround between shoots.

We strive to provide impeccably maintained rental equipment for the entertainment industry that is prepped and ready for your event. Our experienced staff stands ready to help you with your lighting, video, rigging & production needs. Rental inventory availability may vary based on date and 4Wall location. In cases where your preferred item is unavailable, we'll do our best to suggest a suitable replacement.