Blackmagic Design Teranex Express

Power supply not included - requires IEC cable.

The Teranex Express has 1089 conversions between SD, HD, and Ultra HD that are possible in real time. Conversion results are visually transparent enough that you won’t see a difference from the original. Processing power includes up and down conversions, cross conversions, and standards conversions. Video is instantly ready for use, since conversions retain timecode, ancillary data, 16 channels of audio, and perfect frame synchronization. It uses the same de-interlacer as other Teranex products, with a new scaling engine for enhanced up and down conversions.

Advanced patented algorithms allow millions of pixels to be processed simultaneously in X/Y positions and between video frames. Full 10-bit image processing, high quality de-interlacing and optical quality scaling convert video in real time with quality indistinguishable from the original video.

12G-SDI connections let you work in formats up to 2160p60 using your existing cables. The 12G-SDI connections are multi-rate – automatically switching to 6G-SDI, 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SD-SDI – and Ultra HD 4K is supported. Output Ultra HD over four SDI connections with Quad SDI for monitoring or video wall purposes.

Control stays right at your fingertips, and a built-in LCD monitor makes menu navigation easy while eliminating the need for an external monitor. Video control soft menus include adjustments for luminance, saturation, hue, black level, R-Y/B-Y color difference, sharpness, and more. Ancillary data supports conversion of up to 16 audio channels, plus timecode and closed caption data. These controls can be accessed remotely with Teranex Setup software. Panel size of 1RU and machined metal construction makes the Teranex Express great for portable racks and outside broadcast vehicles.

The editing process can cause an improper cadence. Teranex Express eliminates that by automatically detecting and correcting the cadence, resulting in a cleaner film-style finished product. This function can also remove the pulldown, even when a video has already been edited and the cadence broken.

Blackmagic Design Teranex Express Features

• More real time conversions help you be ready for anything
• 1089 conversions between SD, HD, and Ultra HD in real time
• 10-bit color depth
• Optical scaling and sub-pixel processing
• Cadence is automatically detected and corrected
• Easy access controls on the front panel
• 12-G SDI technology

• Teranex Express1
• Bumper guards2
• M4 screws4
• Code for software download1

• Connections
  • SDI Video Inputs
  • 1x BNC (IN A) – 10-bit SD, HD, 2K, 3G HD levels A and B, 6G and 12G Ultra HD auto switching
  • 1x BNC (IN B) – 10-bit SD, HD, 2K, 3G HD and 6G Ultra HD auto switching. Usable as dual link input for 4:2:2 3G or 6G UHD
  • SDI Video Input Loops
  • 1x BNC (IN A Loop) – Reclocked, 10-bit SD, HD, 2K, 3G HD, 6G and 12G Ultra HD auto switching
  • 1x BNC (IN B Loop) – Reclocked, 10-bit SD, HD, 2K, 3 Gb/s HD, 6G Ultra HD auto switching
  • SDI Video Outputs
  • 1x BNC (OUT A) – 10-bit SD, HD, 2K, 3G HD levels A and B, 6G and 12G Ultra HD auto switching
  • 1x BNC (OUT B) – 10-bit SD, HD, 2K, 3G HD levels A and B and 6G Ultra HD auto switching. Usable as dual link output for 4:2:2 3G or 6G Ultra HD
  • Quad SDI Video Outputs: SMPTE 435-1 - Quad HD Split (square division method) only. Utilizes SDI Out A for quadrant A, SDI Out B for quadrant B; reconfigures SDI In A Loop for quadrant C, SDI In B Loop for quadrant D
  • Optical Fiber Video Inputs: 1x 10­bit SD, HD, 3G HD, 2K, Ultra HD auto switching
  • Optical Fiber Video Outputs: 1x 10­bit SD, HD, 3G HD, 2K, Ultra HD auto switching. Not available while operating in Dual Link or Quad Link output modes
  • SDI Audio Inputs: 16 channels in SD, HD, 3G HD, 2K and Ultra HD
  • SDI Audio Outputs: 16 channels in SD, HD, 3G HD, 2K and Ultra HD
  • Optical Fiber Connection (optional): 1x SMPTE optical fiber SFP socket
  • Optical Fiber Audio Inputs: 16 channels in SD, HD, 3G HD, 2K and Ultra HD
  • Optical Fiber Audio Outputs: 16 channels in SD, HD, 3G HD, 2K and Ultra HD
  • Dolby Support Built In: Dolby® AC-3 pass through in all conversions. Dolby® E pass through except during video frame rate conversions
  • Timecode Inputs: Support for VITC/ATC. No support for LTC
  • Timecode Outputs: Support for VITC/ATC. No support for LTC
  • Multi Rate Support: SDI connections are switchable between standard definition, high definition and UltraHD. SDI switches between 270 Mb/s standard definition SDI, 1.5 Gb/s HD-SDI and 2K SDI, 3G HD, 6G and 12G Ultra HD
  • Reference Input: 1x BNC - Black Burst or Tri-level sync
  • Computer Interface: 1x USB 2.0 mini B port for software updates. 1x RJ45 10/100 Ethernet for remote control and configuration
  • Processor Interface: Illuminated pushbuttons, status LEDs and LCD with easy to use onscreen menus
• Standards
  • SD Video Standards: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
  • 1.5G-SDI HD Video Standards
  • 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
  • 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30,
  • 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
  • 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
  • 3G-SDI HD Video Standards: 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 levels A and B
  • 2K Video Standards: 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p
  • Ultra HD Video Standards: 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60
  • SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 425M
  • SDI Metadata Support: VITC/ATC support, SMPTE 12M. Video indexing support including WSS, RP186 and AFD, SMPTE 2016. Closed captioning support for conversions to and from 608 and 708, SMPTE 334M
  • Audio Sampling: television standard sample rate of 48kHz and 24-bit
  • Video Sampling: 4:2:2 SDI
  • Color Precision: 10-bit
  • Color Space: REC 601, REC 709
  • SDI Video Standards: 525 NTSC, 625 PAL, 720HD, 1080HD, 2K 2048 x 1080 and Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 auto switching
• Software
  • Software Control: Teranex Setup software control application included free of charge for changing settings via Windows 8.1, Windows 10 and Mac
  • Internal Software Upgrade: Via USB Type-B 2.0 using the included Teranex Setup application
• Operating Systems
  • Mac 10.15 Catalina, Mac 11.1 Big Sur or later
  • Windows 10, 64-bit
• Power Supply1 x built-in international AC power supply with IEC C14 inlet. IEC power cable required. 100-240V, 50-60Hz
• Typical Power Consumption42 W
• Physical Specifications
  • Operating Temperature: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
  • Storage Temperature: -4° to 113° F (-20° to 45° C)
  • Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing
  • Dimensions: 19" x 5" x 1.75"
  • Weight: 3.2 pounds