Description

AJA 4K HDMI to 4K SDI

HDMI Converters

Overview

AJA’s HA5-4K Mini-Converter provides high-quality conversion of HDMI to 4K SDI with 4x 3G SDI outputs. HA5-4K allows conversion of HDMI video from DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, action cameras, or prosumer 4K video cameras to 4K SDI for use in professional workflows. HA5-4K is also capable of analyzing HDR infoframe data coming in over HDMI when used with AJA Mini-Config software.

Features

Convert HDMI 2.0b to Quad-3G, 4K/UltraHD 60 fps at 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0
Supports quadrant (square division) and 2SI (two sample interleave) 4K/UltraHD SDI mapping
EDID Emulation
4x 3G-SDI outputs
HD resolutions supported
HDR Infoframe analysis with AJA Mini-Config
Simple Frame Rate Conversion (FRC) 60 fps to 59.94 fps, and 59.94 fps to 60 fps
Embedded audio pass-through of E-AC-3 (Dolby Digital Plus) compressed audio, including DD+ Atmos (aka DD+ JOC) immersive sound
Configure via USB port and supplied AJA Mini-Config software on PC/Mac
Uses 5-20 VDC power (DWP-U-R1 universal power supply included)

Connectivity

An increasing number of 4K products utilize an HDMI output connection, which allows a full 4K signal to be passed over a single cable. Typical professional 4K workflows use four SDI cables to carry the full resolution image, making it difficult to incorporate these newer devices. HA5-4K is an easy-to-use converter that bridges the gap between these two worlds for seamless integration.

HDR

HDR or High Dynamic Range, provides the ability to display a wider and richer range of colors, much brighter whites, and much deeper, darker blacks than standard signals allow. This gives your imagery a more ‘dynamic’ look and allows for natural true to life colors to be communicated to your audience.

HA5-4K provides support for analyzing HDR infoframe data coming in over HDMI when used with AJA Mini-Config software.

4K and UltraHD

HA5-4K supports conversion of full resolution 4K (4096×2160) as well as UltraHD (3840×2160) from HDMI to 3G-SDI at frame rates up to 50/60 fps, providing a great solution for cinematic 4K productions as well as UltraHD projects.

HD Support

Not every job is a 4K job. When you’re not working in 4K, HA5-4K can still be a useful tool for converting HD-HDMI to HD-SDI. HA5-4K will automatically sense an incoming HD resolution HDMI signal and convert this to a single 3G-SDI output, much like AJA’s HA5-Plus Mini-Converter.

Audio

Up to 2-channels of embedded audio in the incoming HDMI signal are carried through seamlessly into the SDI output, ensuring your audio is always in sync and carried flawlessly along with the SDI signal for use anywhere in your workflow.

Product Specification

Video Formats

(4K) 4096 x 2160p
(UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p
(2K) 2048 x 1080p
(HD) 1920 x 1080p
(HD) 1920 x 1080i
(HD) 1280 x 720p
(SD) 720 x 576p
(SD) 720 x 576i
(SD) 720 x 480p
(SD) 720 x 480i

Video Input Digital

1x HDMI Type A connector, HDMI v2.0
YCbCr 4:2:2/4:4:4/4:2:0
RGB 4:4:4, SMPTE or Full level
8, 10, or 12-bit (HFR 4K/UltraHD 4:4:4 limited to 8 bit)
HDR Infoframe decoder as defined in CTA-861.3 and HDMI v2.0a
(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 25
(SD) 720 x 480p 59.94
(SD) 720 x 480i 29.97

HDCP Decryption

Not supported. By definition, SDI outputs are unencrypted.

Video Output Digital

4x 3G-SDI BNC, SMPTE-259/292/424
YCbCr 4:2:2/4:4:4
RGB 4:4:4, SMPTE or Full level
10-bit
Two Sample Interleave (2SI) or Square Division (Quadrant) source mapping
4x 3 Gb SDI (Level A or B-Dual Link)
- (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (4K) 4096 x 2160PsF* 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (Ultra HD) 3840 x 2160PsF* 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
4x 1.5 Gb SDI
- (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (4K) 4096 x 2160PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
2x 3 Gb SDI (Level B-Dual Stream)
- (4K) 4096 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (4K) 4096 x 2160PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (UltraHD) 3840 x 2160PsF 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
- (2K) 2048 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
- (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (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
- (2K) 2048 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
- (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF 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

*PsF is Level B Dual Link
**1280 x 720p is Level A Only

Audio Input Digital

HDMI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-Channel

Audio Output Digital

SDI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-Channel

User Interface

USB port used with supplied cable and Mini-Config software application to configure device via Mac or Windows

Size (w x d x h)

5.76″ x 4.02″ x 0.90″ (146.31 × 102.11 × 22.86 mm)

Weight

0.6 lb (0.3 kg)

Power

5-20VDC regulated, 10 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)

*NOTE: HA5-4K uses approximately 10 watts of power and convection cooling. It will be warm to the touch, which is normal. When installing the unit, mount in a location where it has access to air for proper cooling. Do not stack the HA5-4K with other Mini-Converters.

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