Monoprice

Monoprice 3G SDI 2x1 Switch HD-SDI RG6 BNC Cable

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Seamlessly Switch Between SDI Video Sources The Monoprice 3G SDI 2x1 Switch allows users to effortlessly switch between two connected SDI video sources for display on an SDI monitor. Designed for professional SMPTE video applications, this switch supports bit rates up to 2.970 Gbps and accommoda...

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Overview

Seamlessly Switch Between SDI Video Sources

The Monoprice 3G SDI 2x1 Switch allows users to effortlessly switch between two connected SDI video sources for display on an SDI monitor. Designed for professional SMPTE video applications, this switch supports bit rates up to 2.970 Gbps and accommodates SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI video signals. Paired with the Monoprice HD-SDI RG6 BNC Cable, this bundle ensures high-quality video transfer for mobile apps, HDTV upgrades, and broadband facilities.

Specifications:

  • Switch Type: 3G SDI 2x1
  • Supported Bit Rates: Up to 2.970 Gbps
  • Supported Signals: SD-SDI, HD-SDI, 3G-SDI
  • Supported Resolutions: SD 525i, 625i; HD 720p (24/25/30/50/60 Hz), 1080i (50/60 Hz), 1080p (24/25 Hz); 3G 1080p (50/60 Hz)
  • Supported Color Spaces: RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2
  • Supported Data Rates: 270Mbps~2.97Gbps
  • Deep Color Support: 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit
  • Cable Type: HD-SDI RG6 BNC
  • Cable Length: 3 Feet

Key Features

Product 1: Allows you easily display your work on common HDMI displays

Product 1: This converter supports bit rates up-Inch 2. 970 Gbps and supports SD-SDI HD-SDI and 3G-SDI video signals

Product 1: Allows you-Inch view the original SDI content on an SDI monitor simultaneous with the HDMI display

Product 2: Transfers HD-SDI video signals over RG6 digital video coaxial cable

Product 2: Connector A & B: True 75-ohm BNC Male connectors handle 3 Gbps bandwidth

Product 2: RG6 digital spec coaxial cable | Dual copper and aluminum shielding

Product 2: 18 AWG pure copper conductor

Specifications

Product Type
SDI to HDMI Converter, RG6 BNC Cable
Converter Supported Bit Rates
Up to 2.970 Gbps
Converter Supported Signals
SD-SDI, HD-SDI, 3G-SDI
Cable Connector A
True 75-ohm BNC Male
Cable Connector B
True 75-ohm BNC Male
Cable Type
RG6 Digital Video Coaxial
Cable Shielding
Dual Copper and Aluminum
Cable Conductor Gauge
18 AWG
Cable Conductor Material
Pure Copper

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Allows for easy display of SDI content on common HDMI displays with the 3G SDI 2x1 Switch.
  • The switch supports a wide range of video signals including SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI, up to 2.970 Gbps.
  • Enables simultaneous viewing of original SDI content on an SDI monitor while connected to an HDMI display.
  • The accompanying HD-SDI RG6 BNC cable is designed for transferring HD-SDI video signals efficiently.
  • The RG6 cable features true 75-ohm BNC Male connectors, ensuring optimal signal integrity for 3 Gbps bandwidth.
  • The RG6 coaxial cable includes dual copper and aluminum shielding for reduced interference and improved signal quality.
  • The RG6 cable's 18 AWG pure copper conductor promotes excellent conductivity for reliable video transmission.

👎 Cons

  • The product set is specifically designed for SDI to HDMI conversion and HD-SDI signal transfer, limiting its general use.
  • The switch's maximum bit rate of 2.970 Gbps might not be sufficient for future ultra-high bandwidth applications beyond 3G-SDI.
  • Utilizing both SDI and HDMI outputs simultaneously requires both an SDI and an HDMI monitor, which might not always be practical.
  • The included cable is an RG6 type, which can be less flexible than smaller gauge cables, potentially impacting tight installations.
  • The BNC connectors, while robust, are professional-grade and may require specific equipment or adapters for consumer-level setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product 1, the Monoprice 3G SDI 2x1 Switch, supports SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI video signals, with bit rates up to 2.970 Gbps.
Yes, Product 1 allows you to view the original SDI content on an SDI monitor simultaneously with the HDMI display.
Product 2, the Monoprice HD-SDI RG6 BNC Cable, is designed to transfer HD-SDI video signals efficiently over its coaxial cable.
The RG6 digital spec coaxial cable in Product 2 features dual copper and aluminum shielding for signal integrity.
Product 2, the RG6 BNC cable, features an 18 AWG pure copper conductor for reliable signal transmission.
Yes, the BNC male connectors on Product 2 are true 75-ohm connectors, designed to handle 3 Gbps bandwidth.
Yes, Product 1, the Monoprice 3G SDI 2x1 Switch, is designed to allow you to easily display your work on common HDMI displays.