Description
The Blackmagic Design Teranex AV is a professional-grade standards converter designed for live event production, AV installations, broadcast, post-production and mixed-format systems. It handles complex video and audio format conversions with very high quality and minimal latency.
🔧 Key Features
🎥 Format Conversion
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Performs 1,089 up-conversions, down-conversions, cross-conversions and standards conversions.
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Supports formats from NTSC/PAL up to UHD 2160p60 (4K).
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Real-time processing with ultra-low latency (~67 ms).
🎚️ Connectivity
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12G-SDI inputs and outputs (multi-rate SD/HD/2K/4K).
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HDMI 2.0a input, loop through and output.
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Quad-link 3G-SDI outputs for legacy Ultra HD feed splitting or multi-screen distribution.
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XLR analog audio and consumer Hi-Fi connections, plus AES/EBU support.
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Optional SMPTE fibre support via an add-on cage.
🖥️ Professional Tools & Controls
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Built-in still store for logos/graphics and live freeze frame functions.
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Retains ancillary data such as timecode and subtitles across conversions.
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Can be controlled from the front panel or remotely via Ethernet.
🎛️ Typical Uses
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Live events and concerts — real-time feed conversion and projection syncing.
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Conference and corporate AV — onboard still graphics, freeze frames and format matching.
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Broadcast/installation — format bridging between legacy and modern video formats.
📌 Technical Notes
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Compact rack-mountable unit (approx. 482 mm × 125 mm × 44 mm; ~2 kg).
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Designed for continuous professional environments with robust build quality.






