AJA HA5-12G Operating instructions

HA5-12G Mini-Converter
HDMI 2.0 to 12G SDI
Version 1.3
Published June 8, 2020
Installation and Operation Guide

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Notices
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this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of the document may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying or recording, without the express written permission of AJA
Video Systems, Inc.
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for sales or support, use any of the following methods:
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Contents
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 1 – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Default Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
AJA Mini-Cong Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
I/O Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Chapter 2 – Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Acquiring AJA Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing AJA Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Running AJA Mini-Cong. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operating AJA Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tabbed Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Input Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Output Tab Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
HDR Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Audio Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Update Tab Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Software Update Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Info Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Appendix A – Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
HA5-12G Family Tech Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Appendix B – Safety and Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty and Liability Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Limited Warranty on Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Governing Law and Language; Your Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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Chapter 1 – Introduction
Overview
AJA’s HA5-12G allows users to convert an HDMI 2.0 input to two 12G-SDI single
link outputs. It includes two SDI DA outputs and transmits 12G-SDI on each SDI
link, reducing cable runs when transporting 4K/UltraHD SDI. HA5-12G supports
up to 8-Channels of audio from the HDMI source or 2-Channel analog audio
(RCA), with eight or two channels of digital embedded audio on 12G-SDI.
A Fiber SFP equipped HA5-12G-T or HA5-12G-T-ST single channel trasmitter model
is available, which extends HDMI source 4K signals over long distances (10 km
Single Mode). The fiber output is in addition to the two coax outputs, for a total of
three 12G-SDI outputs.
Default Operation
The HA5-12G auto configures to the connected HDMI input (no dipswitch settings
required). The auto-configure function identifies the connected input and
outputs the equivalent SDI format.
AJA Mini-Config Control
AJA’s Mini-Config application is available for firmware updates and advanced
configuration. Configuration set via Mini-Config is stored in the HA5-12G unit
through subsequent power cycles.

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Features
• Converts HDMI 2.0 to 12G-SDI, up to 4K 60p (see "Appendix A – Specications"
on page 19 for a complete list of supported inputs).
• Supports up to 60p input at 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0
• Supports 2SI (two sample interleave) 4K/UltraHD SDI mapping
• Two 12G-SDI coax outputs
• Embedded audio can be selected from the HDMI or Analog audio inputs
• Fiber SFP model, HA5-12G-T, includes a 12G-SDI single mode ber output
• Fiber SFP model, HA5-12G-T-ST, includes a 12G-SDI single mode ber output
• Congure via USB port and supplied Mini-Cong software
• Uses 5-16VDC power. The included DWP-U-R1 universal power supply is 5VDC.
• Five year warranty
Block Diagram
Figure 1. HA5-12G/HA5-12G-T Converter, Simplified Block Diagram
12G
SDI Out 1
12G
SDI Out 2
SDI
XMIT
Sample
Rate
Converter
12G Fiber Out
(HA5-12G-T or
HA5-12G-T-ST)
Video
Audio
Audio
HDMI v2.0
Input with
Embedded
Audio
USB Bus
(connect to
PC or Mac)
Control
HDMI v2.0
RCVR
Video
Processing
Audio
Disembed
SDI
XMIT
SDI
XMIT
Video
A/D
Converter
Analog
Audio In 2
(RCA)
Analog
Audio In 1
(RCA)
Embed
Audio

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I/O Connections
Figure 2. HA5-12G/HA5-12G-T Converter Connections
HDMI
Input
Connector
USB
Port
DC Power
Input
SDI
Ouput 1
Fiber Output
(HA5-12G-T or
HA5-12G-T-ST
models only)
Analog Audio
Inputs
(2 RCA)
Power LED
Lock LED
SDI
Ouput 2
NOTE: The LOCK LED adjacent to the HDMI input connector indicates by color whether
the HDMI input circuit is locked, and if so, the SDI output data rate. Off is no
signal, Green is SD-SDI, Red is HD-SDI, Amber is 3G-SDI, Purple is 6G-SDI, and Blue
is 12G-SDI.
Installation
Typically, HA5-12G installation consists of the following steps:
1. Ensure the HA5-12G is disconnected from power.
2. Connect video equipment to the converter BNCs and HDMI connector.
3. Apply power to the converter (AJA power supply included).
4. The HA5-12G will now run using the default factory settings. If you wish to
alter the factory settings, you’ll need to:
• Install the AJA Mini-Cong software on your computer
• Attach the HA5-12G via USB
• Make your changes using AJA Mini-Cong setup screens.
This process is detailed in "USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config" on page
7.
NOTE: The HA5-12G packs an unprecedented feature set into a mini converter box.
As a result, the unit uses approximately 12 watts of power. It will be very warm
to the touch, which is normal. The unit is engineered to operate across the full
temperature range, from 0 to 40 degrees C.
NOTE: For highest reliability, the mini converter relies on convection cooling instead
of using a built-in fan. Therefore, when installing the unit, mount in a location
where it has access to air for proper cooling. Do not stack the HA5-12G with other
mini converters.

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Chapter 2 – Operation
USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config
Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications
since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions
automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA’s
Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs. This same application can be
used to update to new Mini-Converter software released by AJA.
Acquiring AJA Mini-Config
AJA’s Mini-Config application is available for download from the AJA website.
To download the latest AJA Mini-Config package, which includes the AJA Mini-
Config application, Mini-Converter firmware, and documentation, go to:
https://www.aja.com/en/products/mini-converters/mini-config-software
Select either the Windows or Mac icon to download the desired version.
Mini-Converter Documentation
Included with the AJA Mini-Config package is a complete set of documentation
for all Mini-Converters supported by AJA Mini-Config. A .PDF of the Installation
and Operation Guide for the currently connected Mini-Converter can be accessed
from the AJA Mini-Config UI via the Help/Manual drop-down menu.
Documentation for all AJA Mini-Converters that use AJA Mini-Config can also
be accessed directly in the AJA Mini-Config download package Documentation
folder, and via the Documentation icon available on the Mac installer.
Documentation (and firmware) included with the AJA Mini-Config application
are the versions available at the time of distribution. However, Mini-Converter
software, firmware and documentation are updated regularly, so newer versions
may exist.
To download the latest documentation for an individual Mini-Converter, go to:
https://www.aja.com/en/category/mini-converters
and navigate to the Support webpage of that Mini-Converter.
Installing AJA Mini-Config
PC Installation
To install AJA Mini-Config on a Windows PC:
1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Windows icon
on the AJA Mini-Cong Support webpage).
2. Open the AJA_MiniCong.zip le
3. Double-click on the MiniInstaller.msi le.
4. A Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation.

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Figure 3. AJA Mini-Config PC Setup Wizard
5. Click Next to begin. Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogues.
When nished, an AJA Mini-Cong shortcut will be installed on the desktop,
and you will be able to locate the AJA Mini-Cong application in the AJA
folder in the Programs listing.
NOTE: If the AJA Mini-Config application already exists on the PC, a different Setup
Wizard appears.
Figure 4. AJA Mini-Config Setup Wizard, Reinstallation
With this screen you can Repair (reinstall) or Remove (uninstall) AJA Mini-Config
on the PC.
Mac Installation
To install the application on a Mac:
NOTE: Macintosh computers must be Intel-based (G5, G4 and earlier models will not
work with AJA Mini-Config).
1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Apple icon on
the AJA Mini-Cong Support webpage).
2. Open the AJA_MiniCong folder.
3. Double-click on the AJAMiniCong.dmg le.

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4. Answer the prompt and a utility program will be launched.
Figure 5. AJA Mini-Config Mac Installer
5. To complete the installation drag the “MiniCong.app” icon to the
Applications folder.
Running AJA Mini-Config
Connect the Mini-Converter to the PC or Mac via the supplied USB cable. Connect
the external power supply (supplied) to the Mini-Converter.
PC Startup
To run AJA Mini-Config on a PC, double-click on the AJA Mini-Config icon on your
desktop, or open the AJA folder in the program list and click on the AJA Mini-
Config application located inside the AJA Mini-Config folder.
Mac Startup
To run AJA Mini-Config on a Mac, open the Applications folder and locate the AJA
Mini-Config application. Double-click the application to launch it.
Saving Setups
A File drop down menu on the AJA Mini-Config application bar allows you to
save the current state of the Mini-Converter to a preset file for later recall.

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Using this feature you can set up the converter for different applications, storing
each configuration (Save Preset As...) with a unique name for easy recall (Open
Preset...).
A Revert to Factory Settings menu item similarly allows you to change the
settings back to AJA’s factory defaults.
Operating AJA Mini-Config
The AJA Mini-Config application provides a graphic interface for viewing settings
and updating software. It consists of an information area at the top that shows
the available Mini-Converters attached to the computer via USB, with a graphical
rendering of the selected Mini-Converter showing all the connectors and their
current state.
Colored text next to the connectors indicates the signal type and what the Mini-
Converter is doing:
• Blue text indicates the values automatically selected
• Black text indicates values that you have manually selected
• Red text indicates the Mini-Converter is not detecting a signal, or cannot
operate with the current user settings.
NOTE: Even if no output device is detected, the SDI connector text still shows the signal it
is outputting.
Screens are virtually the same on both PC and Mac, with subtle differences that
reflect the general look of the platform environment.
Figure 6. Example AJA Mini-Config Screen
Select a USB port
and an attached
Mini-Converter
(name in
parentheses)
Each connector
is labeled with
the output
signal format
Firmware version Serial Number
Tabbed screens
Message
Showing
Status
Each connector
is labeled with
the currently
detected input
signal.
Status
User congurable
parameters

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Selecting a Mini-Converter with the pulldown menu causes this application to
connect to the selected converter. The graphic of the Mini-Converter and text
below it provides:
• Type of converter
• Firmware version
• Serial number of the unit.
A status field at the bottom of the screen shows if your application is connected
and communicating with the Mini-Converter.
When configuring the Mini-Converter, select it from the top pulldown, view the
current settings and change any values. Making a change communicates that
new value to the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory.
Tabbed Screens
The Tabs delineate control screens with groups of controls for each type of task to
be performed. The controls for the actual configuration parameters are specific
to each Mini-Converter type. When you Click on any of the tab buttons, the pane
below the tabs will change to match your tab selection. Any changes you make
are immediately applied and will be saved, overwriting previous settings.
Input Tab Screen
About Bits Per Pixel
With HDMI, YCbCr is always reported as 24bpp, which is 12 bit depth (whether the
input signal is 8, 10, or 12 bit depth).
To determine the bit depth for RGB, divide the bpp by 3. For example:
• 24bpp = 8 bit depth
• 30bpp = 10 bit depth
• 36bpp = 12 bit depth

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RGB Range
Selects the Input Video Color Range for RGB signals.
NOTE: This setting has no effect on YCbCr signals.
Choose from:
• Auto (default)
• SMPTE
• Full
EDID
Selects the EDID setting. EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is used to
find the highest signal resolution that is compatible with both the source and the
destination. When an HDMI source device is initially connected to the HA5-12G,
the HA5-12G will communicate with the signal source about what formats the
HA5-12G supports. The HA5-12G and the signal source will negotiate the best
mutually compatible signal resolution. The HA5-12G's default EDID selection is
UHDp60, but it can be configured by the user to any of the following formats and
frame rates:
• Default
• 480p60
• 576p60
• 720p50
• 720p59
• 720p60
• 1080i50
• 1080i59
• 1080i60
• 1080p50
• 1080p59
• 1080p60
• UHDp50
• UHDp59
• UHDp60
• 4Kp50
• 4Kp59
• 4Kp60
EDID Audio
Selects the number of audio channels to be used from the signal source. Choose
from:
• 2 Ch
• 8 Ch
Output Tab Screen
This text
appears only
with a
HA5-12G-T
model

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Color Space
Selects the desired output video format. Choose from the following:
• Auto - (default) The HA5-12G automatically detects the input signal Color
Space from the source device.
• 4:2:2 YCbCr
• 4:4:4 RGB
• 4:4:4 YCbCr (HFR 4K/UltraHD 4:4:4 limited to 8 bit)
RGB Range
Selects the Color Range. Choose from the following:
• Auto - (default) The HA5-12G automatically detects the RGB range (if the input
signal is RGB).
• SMPTE
• Full
3G-SDI Mode
Selects the 3G SDI Video Mode. Choose from the following:
• Level A - (default)
• Level B
Pad/Crop
Selects pixel padding and cropping conversions between UltraHD and 4K
formats. Choose from the following:
• O - (default) No processing.
• Pad - Add black pixels to the left and right sides of the raster to ll a wider
aspect ratio (UltraHD to 4K, or HD to 2K).
• Crop - Crop pixels from left and right sides of the raster to t a narrower aspect
ratio (4K to UltraHD, or 2K to HD).

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HDR Tab Screen
Click on the HDR tab to view the received High Dynamic Range static metadata
extensions settings.
The HDR tab displays whether an HDR Infoframe is being received on the HDMI
input. If so, it decodes and presents the static metadata descriptors as defined in
CTA-861.3 and HDMI v2.0a.
NOTE: The HA5-12G HDR function does not modify the video data.
NOTE: Hover the cursor over each parameter field to view its corresponding CTA-861.3
description in a pop-up window.
HDR Detected
This field reports YES or NO to indicate whether an HDR Infoframe is being
received.
• YES - HDR metadata is being received.
• NO - HDR metadata is not being received.
Colorimetry
This field reports the Colorimetry value that is being received from the AVI
Infoframe. This information is always transmitted from an HDMI source, regardless
of whether the HDR Infoframe is present.
Status values include the following:
• No Data
• Rec.601
• Rec.709
• BT.2020 Non-CL (non-constant luminance)
• BT.2020 CL (constant luminance)

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EOTF
This field reports the Electro-Optical Transfer Function (EOTF) value that is being
received from the HDR Infoframe.
Status values include the following:
• Trad Gamma SDR
• Trad Gamma HDR
• ST 2084 (SMPTE ST 2084)
• Hybrid Log-Gamma
• Reserved [4], not yet dened
• Reserved [5], not yet dened
• Reserved [6], not yet dened
• Reserved [7], not yet dened
Display Mastering Luminance
Represents the minimum and maximum Display Mastering Luminance values
received in the HDR Infoframe.
• Minimum: Denes the oor of the SMPTE ST 2086 color volume (in the case of
HDR) and is determined by the mastering environment.
• Range: 0.0000 cd/m2to 6.5535 cd/m2.
• Step size: 0.0001 cd/m2.
• Maximum: Denes the ceiling of the SMPTE ST 2086 color volume (in the case
of HDR) and is determined by the mastering environment.
• Range: 0 cd/m2to 65535 cd/m2.
• Step size: 1 cd/m2.
Maximum Content Light Level (CLL)
Represents the highest-value pixel component in an entire scene. It is
determined by analyzing each frame of video, and can be determined in the post
environment.
• Range: 0 cd/m2to 65535 cd/m2.
• Step size: 1 cd/m2.
Maximum Frame Average Light Level (FALL)
Represents the maximum of frame-based average light levels taken over an entire
scene, and can be determined in the post environment.
• Range: 0 cd/m2to 65535 cd/m2.
• Step size: 1 cd/m2.

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Audio Tab Screen
Input Select
Choose the audio input source. Select from the following:
• HDMI
• Analog
• Analog + HDMI
• None
HDMI Conversion
Choose the audio conversion to be performed on the incoming HDMI audio.
• Convert Rate - HDMI audio will be sample rate converted, if necessary, to 24-
bit/48 KHz audio.
• Pass Through - HDMI audio will be passed to the SDI embedded audio
channels without sample rate conversion.
Analog Out Map
Select which pair of audio channels will carry the analog audio output. Choose
from the following:
• Ch 1+2 (9+10)
• Ch 3+4 (11+12)
• Ch 5+6 (13+14)
• Ch 7+8 (15+16)
NOTE: The actual channel pair depends on the selection made for the Channel Select
control. For example, if Ch 1+2 is selected, but the Channel Select is set to
Channels 9-16, then the Analog Audio will be embedded into SDI Ch 9+10.

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Channel Select
Choose which set of SDI embedded audio output channels will receive up to
eight channels of embedded audio received from the incoming signal. Choose
from the following:
• Channels 1-8
• Channels 9-16
Update Tab Screen
Use this Update screen to view the software version currently installed on the
converter or install new firmware.
NOTE: When discussing Mini-Converters, “Firmware” is software that will be stored in
the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory and used when it is powered up. This is
something different than the AJA Mini-Config application software. The version
numbers shown in the Update screen refer only to the firmware.
Installed - This field shows the version of the firmware currently installed inside
the Mini-Converter.
Desired - This field shows the version of firmware embedded in the AJA Mini-
Config application which you can install into the Mini-Converter by clicking
the Update button.
Update
This button initiates a software update operation loading the “Desired” version of
firmware into the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory.
Progress - This indicator bar shows the progress of firmware installation.

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Software Update Procedure
1. Check the AJA website for new AJA Mini-Cong software for your Mini-
Converter. If new software is found, download it and uncompress the le
archive (zip). Here is the URL to use when checking:
http://www.aja.com/en/products/mini-converters/mini-config-software
2. Connect the Mini-Converter to a Mac or PC via a USB port on the computer
and run the new AJA Mini-Cong software just downloaded.
3. Click on the Update tab screen.
4. Check the Installed version level against the Desired version level. If the
Desired is newer, then click the Update button to download the new
rmware to the Mini-Converter; progress will be shown via the “Progress”
thermometer bar.
Info Tab Screen
This screen provides basic information about the Mini-Converter. This information
is useful when calling AJA Support for service or technical support.
Name - This field allows you to give your Mini-Converter a name. This can be
useful if you have several Mini-Converters attached to a Mac/PC via USB
so you can distinguish between them easily (especially if they’re the same
model).
Type - This is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter.
Assembly - This is the factory assembly number.
Serial Number - This is the factory set unique serial number of your Mini-
Converter. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this
number.

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Appendix A – Specifications
HA5-12G Family Tech Specs
Video Input Formats
• (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94, 60
• (SD) 720 x 576p 50
• (SD) 720 x 576i 50
• (SD) 720 x 480p 59.94
• (SD) 720 x 480i 59.94
• RGB and YCbCr, 4:4:4/4:2:2, 8, 10, 12-bit
NOTE: Raster and frame rate dependent, please see HA5-12G Video Formats in
Documents and Manual.
Video Input Digital
• 1x HDMI Type A connector*, HDMI v2.0b
Video Output Formats
• 1x 12 Gb SDI
• (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• 1x 6 Gb SDI
• (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• 1x 3 Gb SDI (Level A or B-Dual Link)
• (2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1280 x 720p* 50, 59.94, 60
• 1x 1.5 Gb SDI
• (2K) 2048 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• (HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94, 60
• 1x 270 Mb SDI
• (SD) 625i 50
• (SD) 525i 59.94
• RGB and YCbCr, 4:4:4/4:2:2/, 8, 10, 12-bit
*1280 x 720p is Level A Only
NOTE: Raster and Frame Rate Dependent, please see HA5-12G Video Formats in
Documents and Manual.

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Video Output Digital
• 1x 12G-SDI BNC, SMPTE 259/292/424/2081/2082
• Single Link SD/HD/2K/UltraHD/4K
Video Output Digital - Additional for HA5-12G-T Only
• 1x 12G-SDI Fiber LC connector, SMPTE 297/259/292/424/2081/2082
• Nominal Wavelength: Tx 1260 nm (min), 1310 nm (typ), 1360 nm (max)
• Optical Power: -5 dBm (min), 0.5 dBm (max)
• Extinction Ratio: 5.4 dB (min)
Video Output Digital - Additional for HA5-12G-T-ST Only
• 1x 12G-SDI Fiber ST connector, SMPTE 297/259/292/424/2081/2082
• Nominal Wavelength: Tx 1260 nm (min), 1360 nm (typ), 1360 nm (max)
• Optical Power: -5 dBm (min), 2 dBm (max)
• Extinction Ratio: 3.4 dB (min)
Cable Equalization
(Belden 1694A coax)
• 12 Gbps, 65m
• 6 Gbps, 125m
• 3 Gbps, 190m
• 1.5 Gbps, 200m
• 270 Mbps, 405m
Audio Input Digital
• HDMI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-channel
Audio Input Analog
• 2x RCA style connector, 2-channel -10dBu (nominal)
Audio Output Digital
• SDI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-channel
User Interface
• USB port used with supplied cable and Mini-Cong software application to
congure and view device status via Mac or Windows
Size (w x d x h)
• 4.6" x 4.02" x 0.9" (116.84 x 102.11 x 22.86 mm)
Weight
• 0.5 lb (0.3 kg)
Power
• 5-16VDC regulated, 11 watts, power supply required included with purchase
• AC Adapter: 100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, universal input
Environment
• Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
• Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
• Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
• Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)