AJA: HI5-3D HD-SDI to HDMI Converter (3D capable)
AJA HI5-3D: 3D Video Multiplexer
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The AJA -3D is a 3D video multiplexer that combines two HD-SDI Inputs into various multiplexed 3D formats for output on HDMI 1.4a and HD-SDI. The HDMI 1.4a output supports EDID transactions that allow automatic 2D/3D configuration per the HDMI monitor's capabilities. Input SDI 2 will be frame synchronized to input SDI 1 in 3D Modes. Embedded SDI input audio is embedded in both the HDMI and SDI outputs. 2 channel RCA audio output is also supported with user control of channel selection. The AJA Hi5-3D supports AJA's Mini-Config application for user configuration and firmware download.
3D Modes Supported
The Hi5-3D supports, depending on the video format, "side-by-side", "top-bottom", and "frame- packing" 3D modes. The "side-by-side" and "top-bottom" modes involve compressing, either horizontally or vertically, each input for combining into a single video stream at the same rate of the inputs. The "frame-packing" mode stacks two full resolution inputs into a "tall" frame (at twice the clock and line rates). When selected, "frame- packing" can only be used with 23.98/24Hz input frame rates.
Each input, in addition to 3D processing, can be flipped either horizontally, vertically, or both. This control is provided by 4 switches that can be engaged in any combination.
Format support
The Hi5-3D works with both 2D and 3D inputs. When in the 2D mode, the input is simply passed to the output unmodified. In the 3D mode, the Hi5-3D supports the minimum required 3D modes as defined by the CEA for HDMI 1.4a televisions.
CEA Required 3D modes:
2xSDI | 1.5gb | 720p50/59.94/60 | T/B |
2xSDI | 1.5gb | 1080p23.98/24 | T/B, FP |
2xSDI | 1.5gb | 1080psf23.98/24 | T/B, FP |
2xSDI | 1.5gb | 1080i50/59.94 | S/S |
Notes:
"psf" inputs are converted to "p" for HDMI output. The SDI output
can support S/S and T/B formats only. Future software versions may add
other frame rates.
User Control
The Hi5-3D supports both dipswitch control and host control via the Mini-Config application. One of the dipswitches is a "Local/Remote" switch. When in the "Local" mode, the remaining dipswitches support a subset of the user controls. When in the "Remote" mode, AJA's Mini-Config application controls the unit (or control as last set).
NOTE: The AJA Hi5-3D does not encode the HDMI output with HDCP encryption. By definition, SDI inputs to the AJA Hi5-3D are unencrypted.
![]() Hi5-3D Manual |
![]() Functionality Matrix |
![]() Path Delay Sheet |
![]() Aja Converter Catalogue |
Specifications
Input Formats:720p 50/59.94/60 |
1080i 50/59.94/60 |
1080p23.98 |
1080p24 |
1080p25 |
Video Inputs:
Dual HD-SDI (auto-selected), |
SMPTE-292/296/424, |
2x BNC |
1 SDI for left eye input (10-bit) |
1 SDI for right eye input (10-bit) |
Video output:
10-bit HDMI v1.4a |
1 HD-SDI output, 10-bit |
Audio Outputs:
HDMI embedded audio, 2 or 8 channels |
2 RCA-style analog outputs at -10dBV (nominal), User assignable channels |
Size:
5.8" x 3.1" x 1 (147mm x 79mm x 25mm) |
Power
+5-20 VDC regulated, 5 watts Power Supply Included |