The NDI HD mini is a bidirectional full NDI converter - it can be used either as an encoder or decoder. It offers both 3G-SDI and HDMI as inputs and outputs. It encodes up to 4Kp30 via HDMI and up to 1080p60 via SDI.
Everything at a glance
Current parameters such as mode, input and output format, IP address, etc. are conveniently shown directly on an OLED display on the device.
Thanks to their optimal size and visibility on three sides, the tally lights immediately catch the eye and thus act as a preliminary check and for stage directions.
Flexible use
The NDI HD mini is a bidirectional full NDI converter - it can be used either as an encoder or decoder.
It offers both 3G-SDI and HDMI as inputs and outputs. It encodes up to 4kp30 via HDMI and up to 1080p60 via SDI.
Small box - big performance
The NDI HD mini offers 4K NDI encoding and decoding, frequency conversion and optical termination in an exquisite little box.
You can monitor the working status, network, audio and video settings of the box at any time via the web UI. The parameters and settings can also be changed at any time.
Another special feature is that overlays can also be added to the NDI stream in the clear web UI.
Encoding and decoding settings
You can change the following settings at any time:
- Stream name in the network
- NDI image, bit rate, bandwidth
- Volume of the NDI output
- Tally light on and off
- Selecting the priority of the SDI/HDMI input source
- Whether external audio is embedded and mixed with NDI audio
- Setting the volume of the NDI coding
- Selecting the decoding source, setting the volume
- Suppress external audio, monitor audio
System control
Serial control of PTZ cameras is also possible with a separately available USB-to-RS232/RS422/485 adapter.
The PTZ camera can be controlled directly via the web UI.
NDI 5
The NDI HD Mini offers full support and use of the NDI 5 functions and tools, allowing full use of the remote benefits.
No limitation by region and network bandwidth, it is possible to set up the desired studio anytime and anywhere.
Compatibility and stability
Compatible with SMPTE standard video source format and video source and format of various devices from most manufacturers around the world, various software platforms and browsers and other peripheral application environments. The NDI HD mini stands for true plug and play.
All components of the device comply with the industry standard and can work stably for a long time.
The box is made of robust aluminum, a screw thread for the hot shoe mount is available.
Wide range of applications
NDI can leverage the flexibility and convenience of IP in studio, conferencing, teleconferencing, worship, stage events, education and training, live streaming, classroom and large screen command centers.
This shortens system set-up time, reduces hardware costs, simplifies system architecture, multi-user network operation and on-site call and production.
Power + connections
The device is also flexible when it comes to the power supply: USB, PoE or the included power supply unit can be used. There are also connections for analog audio-in.
Technical specifications
Video input
- 3G-SDI In 1
- HDMI In 1
Video output
- 3G-SDI Out 1
- HDMI Out 1
SDI video format
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
HDMI video format
525i29.97 NTSC, 625i25 PAL, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30
SDI specifications
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPET 274, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601.
SDI video data rate
The SDI video interface can be switched between Standard Definition, High Definition A and B 3G-SDI.
- SDI color accuracy 4: 4: 4
- SDI audio sampling The standard TV sampling rate is 48kHz, 24bit.
- SDI color space YUV and RGB.
- SDI Auto Switch Automatic detection of SD, HD and 3G-SDI
- HDMI color accuracy 4: 4: 4
- HDMI color space YUV
Display
- 1.3-inch OLED screen
- 1 x 1.3-inch OLED screen, real-time display of NDI box encoding/decoding status, input/output format and IP address and other information, clear at a glance, easy to operate
Large format tally display
Large, semi-transparent, matt TALLY light guide block that can display two TALLY states transmitted by NDI in real time: Green/Preview, Red/Program
Full NDI encoding
Supports all formats from HD to HDMI 4K30 and 1.5G/3G-SDI from NDI 5.0 and below. Full NDI encoding is supported up to 3840x2160p30.
Full NDI decoding
Supports all formats of HD Full NDI decoding from NDI 5.0 and below, up to 1080p60.
Intercom function
Provides a 3.5 mm microphone channel and allows the use of ScienceImage Laudo management software to perform an intercom within the NDI network.
Web UI management function
The user can read the IP address of the device directly on the OLED screen of the box for easy access to the box via a browser. This provides a powerful, practical and user-friendly web UI management interface.
Aspect ratio
Offers original aspect ratio, 4:3, 16:9, 16:10, square and other options.
帧速率
Enables the original frame rate, 1/2 source frame rate, 1/3 source frame rate, 1/4 source frame rate and other options to reduce bandwidth and conserve CPU/GPU resources.
Network settings
Cross-over network settings, multicast-unicast selection, users can select the NDI network transmission mode according to different network environments and applications, TCP (multi-connection), TCP (uni-connection), UDP (multicast), UDP (unicast) ) Switch between four transmission modes.
NDI bandwidth
Provides customization from 30% to 100 % a based on the source bandwidth. The user can freely adjust the bandwidth of each NDI encoder according to the bandwidth resources of the network and the number of channels. FULL NDI can reach a minimum bandwidth of 50M and a maximum bandwidth of 150M.
Setting the coding volume
Adjust the output volume of the NDI coding in real time.
Setting the decoding volume
Setting the output volume of the NDI decoding in real time.
Tally switch
The user can choose whether to switch the tally light off or on.
External audio embedding and SDI/HDMI de-embedding
Provides an analog 3.5 mm R/L audio channel for embedding external audio signals in NDI during encoding.
Camera PTZ control
Has a USB-A connection and uses the PTZ function based on NDI transmission to control PTZ cameras from other manufacturers. Supported protocols: VISCA, Visca UDP, Visca UDP2, RS-232, PELCO-P and PELCO-D
Image coding for NDI
With the image and LOGO up-streaming function, customers can specify images, logos and other materials for up-streaming in NDI mode at any time.
Firmware upgrade and protection
Use the Web UI upgrade function to increase the firmware protection, which can be compatible with upper and lower versions. If the firmware is not correct, the system refuses to upgrade, the risk of upgrade failure is eliminated.
Control
You can control the box in two ways using an extremely simple and friendly user interface:
- Use the web UI to control the NDI box on your PC or cell phone.
- Use the Laudo software to control all NDI boxes on your PC, it's so simple and powerful
Network and requirements
Gigabit Ethernet switch and Gigabit Ethernet card.
Software, operating system, support platform
- Built-in Linux, application control software ScienceImage Laudo.
- Supports Windows 8.1 and 10, Mac 10.14 Mojave, Mac 10.15 Catalina or higher operating systems.
- Support for IE/Edge/Firefox/Chrome/Safari/Opera and other browsers.
General information
Size, weight, material
- 125mm x 95mm x 22mm
- 270g
- Aviation aluminum
Power supply
- Three power supply modes: 5-18V DC power input, USB power supply and PoE.
- Power consumption: 10W
Environmental requirements
- Operating temperature: 5°C to 40°C
- Storage temperature: -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
- Relative humidity: 0% to 90% nNon-condensing
Delivery content
- NDI HD mini
- Quick Start Guide
- 12V universal power supply unit (with four sets of international conversion plugs)