datavideo DAC-9P 4K HDMI to SDI Converter Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Datavideo
Table of Contents
datavideo DAC-9P 4K HDMI to SDI Converter
Product Information
Model: DDAACC-9-P94PK4K
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warnings and Precautions
- Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
- Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
- Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
- Do not use this unit in or near water.
- Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious damage.
- Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of theproduct and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
- Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.
- Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.
Warranty
Standard Warranty
- Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for one year from the date of purchase.
- The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be supplied at the time of any request for repair under warranty.
- The product warranty period beings on the purchase date. If the purchase date is unknown, the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day after shipment from a Datavideo office.
- Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or water is not covered under warranty.
- Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered under warranty.
- Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software installations, which are not required by our computer systems, are not covered under warranty.
- All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of the owner.
- All other claims of any nature are not covered.
- Cables and batteries are not covered under warranty.
- Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
- Your statutory rights are not affected.
Three Year Warranty
- All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017 are qualified for a free two years extension to the standard warranty, providing the product is registered with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.
- Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels, DVD drives, Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting, Camera module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.
- The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo’s official website or with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors within 30 days of purchase.
Disposal
For EU Customers only – WEEE Marking
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a
designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and
electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste
equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and
ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Introduction
The DAC-9P 4K 4K HDMI to SDI Converter converts up to 4K50/60 4K HDMI signal
to 12G-SDI signal, it is easy to connect the 4K HDMI signal devices and
professional 12G-SDI video equipment.
The DAC-9P 4K allows you to convert an HDMI input signal to an SDI output
signal. Moreover, it provides HDMI LOOPOUT function. Furthermore, you can
select the audio signal from the HDMI or the RCA analog audio signal to be the
audio source for the SDI output.
The DAC-9P 4K Converter is useful for a variety of broadcast and professional
AV applications.
Features
- Supports up to DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) and UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
- Supports HDMI 2.0 input and loop-thru output
- Supports two 12G SDI output interfaces
- Supports Re-Clocking
- Provides Additional 2-Channel RCA Analog Audio Input interface
- Supports Automatic Input Signal Detection
- Aluminum appearance design, which is rugged and durable.
Connections and Controls
Front Panel
4K HDMI IN Input/LOOP THRU Output
This is the 4K HDMI IN input interface and LOOPTHRU output interface.
IN: 4K HDMI Input
LOOP THRU: 4K HDMI Loop Through Output.
| **AUDIO IN RCA Input**
Two channels of Unbalanced L / R Audio input.
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**| DC IN Socket
Please connect the supplied 12V DC adapter to this interface. The
connection can be secured by screwing the outer fastening ring of the DC In
plug to the socket.
Power LED Indicator** If the DC IN 12V power is connected, this indicator
will light up.
Rear Panel
| | 12G-SDI OUT Output Interface
These are two SDI OUT output interfaces for you to convert a 4K HDMI input signal to a 12G-SDI output signal and to be the output source for these two interfaces.
Signal LED Indicator ： When the output signal is connected, this indicator will light up.
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**| | AUDIO SOURCE Selecting Switch**
This is the AUDIO SOURCE Selecting Switch for you to select whether you want to output the HDMI- embedded audio signal or the RCA analog audio signal.
| | **F/W UPGRADE**
This USB Type C interface is used for firmware update only.
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Firmware Update
Firmware Update Procedure DAC-9P 4K
This document provides procedures for updating the DAC-9P 4K 4K HDMI to SDI
Converter.
Updating the DAC-9P 4K 4K HDMI to SDI Converter Firmware What items you should
prepare before updating the firmware
- The latest DAC-9P 4K firmware zip file x 1 The latest firmware zip file can be downloaded from the DAC-9P 4K product page of the Datavideo official website https://www.datavideo.com/product/DAC-9P%204K. After the downloaded firmware zip file is unzipped, you can see one firmware file
Converter firmware file： CV-513ZK-DV_20220818_NUC.bin
- DAC-9P 4K main unit x 1
- USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter cable x 1
- Firmware update tool x 1
- DC 12V power adapter x 1
- Notebook PC x 1
This document describes how to perform firmware updates on a Windows computer.
System Connection
Checking the Firmware Version Updating the Firmware
Checking the Firmware Version
- Please use a 12V power adapter to connect to the DC IN 12V power interface of the DAC-9P 4K.
- Please use a USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter cable to connect from the USB Type-C interface of the DAC-9P 4K to the USB Type A interface of your notebook PC or PC.
- Please open the downloaded firmware update tool “DAC-TOOL.exe”.
- Please select the DAC-9P 4K option.
- Please press the “Read” button next to the “FW Revision” column for reading the current firmware version.
Updating the Firmware
- Please use a 12V power adapter to connect to the DC IN 12V power interface of the DAC-9P 4K.
- Please use a USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter cable to connect from the USB Type-C interface of the DAC-9P 4K to the USB Type-A interface of your notebook PC or PC.
- Please open the downloaded firmware update tool “DAC-TOOL.exe”.
- Please select the DAC-9P 4K option.
- Please click the button next to the “Firmware MCU” to select your downloaded firmware file and then press the “Open” button.
- You can see that the firmware file is selected, please press the “Burn” button.
- You will see a reminder to remind you to reboot DAC-9P 4K, please unplug and replug the power for your DAC-9P 4K.
- After the DAC-9P 4K is power-cycled, the firmware update procedure will be started automatically. After the progress bar reaches 100%, the firmware is updated successfully.
Dimensions
Specifications
Model Name
| DAC-9P 4K
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Product Name
| ****
4K HDMI to SDI Converter
Conversion
| ****
4K HDMI to 12G/3G/HD/SD-SDI
Video Inputs
| ****
1x HDMI 2.0 Type A
Loop Through
| ****
1 x HDMI 2.0 Type A
Video Outputs
| ****
2 x 12G-SDI (3G-SDI Level A)
Audio Inputs
| 2 x RCA (Unbalanced Audio L/R)
HDMI-embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-channel
Audio Outputs
| ****
SDI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-channel
Supported Video Input Formats
| ****
4096x2160p: 60/50/30/25/24
3840x2160p: 60/50/30/25/24
1080p: 60/50/30/25/24
1080i: 60/50, 720p: 60/50
Output Resolutions
| ****
Automatically matches the SD, HD and 4K HDMI video input
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Reclock
| ****
Yes
SDI Cable Drive
| ****
Yes
Updates and Configuration| ****
USB Type C
Dimension (LxWxH)
| ****
136.5 x 85 x 45 mm
Weight
| ****
0.39 kg
Operating Temp. Range| ****
0~40 °C
Power| DC 12V, 9.4W
Service and Support
It is our goal to make your product ownership a satisfying experience. Our supporting staff is available to assist you in setting up and operating your system. Please refer to our web site www.datavideo.com for answers to common questions, support requests or contact your local office below. https://www.datavideo.com/product/DAC-9P%204K. www.datavideo.com.
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Disclaimer of Product & Services
The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide
only. At all times, Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct, complete,
and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that
some information in this manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may
be incomplete. This manual may contain typing errors, omissions or incorrect
information. Datavideo Technologies always recommend that you double-check the
information in this document for accuracy before making any purchase decision
or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for any
omissions or errors, or for any subsequent loss or damage caused by using the
information contained within this manual. Further advice on the content of
this manual or on the product can be obtained by contacting your local
Datavideo Office or dealer.
FCC
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warnings and Precautions
- Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
- Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
- Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
- Do not use this unit in or near water.
- Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious damage
- Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure the safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or over a heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
- This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company.
- Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit where the power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed.
- If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord rating.
- Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
- Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liguid of any kind onto or into this unit.
- Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.
- Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
- a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
- b. When liguid has spilled into the unit;
- c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
- d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating conditions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions in this manual; improper adjustment of other controls mayresult in damage to the unit and may often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation;
- e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
- f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service