Does SDI have HDCP?

dpeddicord: SDI (and HD SDI) doesn’t support HDCP. Therefore, any HDMI to SDI converter will not pass any signals with HDCP.

Can you convert HDMI to SDI?

The Blackmagic Design HDMI to SDI 6G Mini Converter converts HDMI to SD, HD, 3G, or 6G-SDI in resolutions up to DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24p and UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 30p. This is useful for connecting consumer devices that output HDMI signals with professional SDI video equipment.

What is HDCP support?

High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a system designed to protect digital content. The technology is intended to protect unauthorized duplication of high definition (HD) video and audio as it travels across connections—from your computer to your TV, for example.

Can you bypass HDCP?

The way to go is a cheap HDMI Splitter, if you find the right one. Another, much easier and cheaper method, is the use of a HDMI splitter. A splitter in essence makes it possible to (for example) connect 2 TV’s to one HDMI source, not designed to strip the HDCP, but some actually do exactly that.

Is it legal to convert HDMI to SDI?

One of the biggest complaints when it comes to converting HDMI to SDI is the the inability to play HDCP encrypted content. But contrary to popular belief, you can do it legally without any workarounds. If you need to play HDCP encrypted content over SDI, and you have all necessary licenses or approvals to do so, then this will do it well.

Can a scan converter be used as a HDMI converter?

However, it is important to know that the term “scan converter” is often used nowadays to describe a device that converts and scales analog signals, usually from computers, to digital signals. In addition to HDMI to SDI conversion, these convert a wide variety of input formats to a broadcast standard before sending it to the output (s).

Can you play HDCP encrypted content over SDI?

If you need to play HDCP encrypted content over SDI, and you have all necessary licenses or approvals to do so, then this will do it well. It does require signing a waiver and applying a license key, but it is a simple one-time process.

Which is the best cross converter for SDI?

The same great features and reliability we’ve come to expect from Decimator cross converters, now with 4K60 capabilities! If you need 12G-SDI capability, full DCI 4K60 functionality, or need to convert VESA signals to SDI, this is by far the best option for the price.