Decimator Design MD-HX

The Decimator Design MD HX is a versatile HDMI and SDI bidirectional cross converter featuring a high quality scaling and frame rate conversion engine. This professional tool allows users to convert between HDMI and 3G SDI formats effortlessly. It includes four SDI outputs that can function as a distribution amplifier or output the converted signal. Its rugged construction makes it ideal for live events and broadcast environments. With an easy to use LCD screen and button control system it provides professional signal management in a compact form factor for any video production setup.

HDMI/SDI CROSS CONVERTER
with upscaling and frame rate conversion


-Combines multiple converters for the price of one
(e.g., SDI to HDMI, HDMI to SDI, Down/Up cross-converter, etc.)

-Rugged aluminum housing with an easy-to-use LCD display and button
control button

-Offers the following 14 modes
1. SDI IN to HDMI and SDI OUT
2. SDI IN to SDI OUT and HDMI IN to HDMI OUT
3. SDI IN to SDI OUT and scaled SDI IN to HDMI OUT
4. SDI IN to SDI OUT and upscaled HDMI IN to HDMI OUT
5. HDMI IN to SDI OUT and SDI IN to HDMI OUT
6. HDMI IN to HDMI and SDI OUT
7. HDMI IN to SDI OUT and downconverted SDI IN to HDMI OUT
8. HDMI IN to SDI OUT and downscaled HDMI IN to HDMI OUT
9. Scaled SDI IN to SDI OUT and SDI IN to HDMI OUT
10. Scaled SDI IN to SDI OUT and HDMI IN to HDMI OUT
11. Scaled SDI IN to HDMI and SDI OUT
12. Scaled HDMI IN to SDI OUT and SDI IN to HDMI OUT
13. Scaled HDMI IN to SDI OUT and HDMI IN to HDMI OUT
14. Scaled HDMI IN to HDMI and SDI OUT

-4 x (3G/HD/SD)-SDI outputs, which allow use as, for example,
a 1-to-4 distribution amplifier. Output pair 1 can be either
a copy of the SDI input (default setting) or the same as pair 2

-Audio pairs in the SDI and HDMI outputs can be
reconfigured as needed.

-Includes the same Down-Up-Cross Converter from our award-winning
award-winning MD-DUCC, which allows the HDMI or SDI input to be
to be scaled and/or have its frame rate converted to the desired standard

-This unit also features
- a USB port for control and firmware updates
- New DC jack with metal thread
- Power supply, HDMI cable, and USB cable

Major free UCP software update for the Decimator MD-HX

Significantly improve real-time monitoring with this new update for the MD-HX, available via UCP V3.0.4 software. Download it from the Decimator Design website. (For devices with serial numbers starting with CLD, CLE, and CLF).

This update transforms the MD-HX into a complete signal processing platform—capable of conversion, generation, monitoring, and diagnostics, all in a single device.

Key new features and improvements:

• More formats – expanded compatibility
– Added support for VESA input on HDMI (204 in total)
– Support for 2K video formats
– Greater flexibility when connecting to computers, cameras, and non-broadcast sources

• Integrated testing and diagnostic tools
– Built-in test video signal generator
– Audio test tone generator
– Ideal for system setup, troubleshooting, and verification without external equipment

• Advanced on-screen overlays
– Up to 16 audio meter overlays
– Grid overlays
– UMD / custom text overlays
– Input/output format status display