The Blackmagic Design Camera Fiber Converter (CINEURSANWFRCAM) is a professional-grade accessory designed to elevate URSA Broadcast and URSA Mini cameras into full-fledged studio cameras.

Securely mounts to the rear of URSA cameras to provide seamless connectivity to studio infrastructure via a single SMPTE hybrid fiber cable.

It allows remote powering and operation of your camera up to 2 km (1.2 miles) away from the control room—ideal for deployment in sports arenas, live venues, or OB (Outside Broadcast) trucks.

The Blackmagic Design Camera Fiber Converter brings familiar studio-style controls and robust professional I/O to cameras typically used in field production.

The Key Features of the Blackmagic Design Camera Fiber Converter:

• Long-Distance SMPTE Fiber Extension: Connects URSA Broadcast and URSA Mini cameras over long distances using standard SMPTE fiber optic cables
• 12G-SDI Support: Provides one 12G-SDI input and one 12G-SDI return output for high-resolution video transmission
• Multiple 3G-SDI Outputs: Includes three 3G-SDI outputs for external monitoring and return feeds
• Integrated Talkback System: Supports 5-pin XLR headset connections with two-way talkback communication
• Two XLR Audio Inputs: Provides AES, line, or mic input options with phantom power support
• Supports HD & Ultra HD Formats: Handles 720p, 1080p, 1080PsF, 1080i, and 2160p video resolutions
• USB-C Interface: For firmware updates and system maintenance
• Multiple Color Spaces: Supports REC 709 and REC 2020 for color accuracy in broadcast workflows

The Detailed Specifications for the Blackmagic Design Camera Fiber Converter:

Connectors

• Optical Fiber Input: 1 x SMPTE Hybrid Fiber Optic with SMPTE 304 connector (Male)
• SDI Video Input: 1 x 12G-SDI for camera feed
• SDI Video Output: 1 x 12G-SDI for camera return feed; 3 x 3G-SDI for return SDI outputs
• Talkback Audio:
• Analog Audio Input: 2 x 3-pin XLR inputs for AES, line, or mic input; phantom power available
• Computer Interface: 1 x USB-C connector

Video Standards Supported:

• HD Video Standards:
• Ultra HD Video Standards:

SDI Compliance:

• SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M Level B, 425M

Audio Sampling:

• Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz, 24-bit A/D conversion

Video Sampling:

• 4:2:2

Color Precision:

• 10-bit

Color Space:

• REC 709, REC 2020

Multiple Rate Support:

• SDI switches between HD, 3G-SDI, 6G-SDI, and 12G-SDI

Software:

• Includes Camera Utility for firmware updates

Operating Systems Supported:

• Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, macOS 10.12 Sierra or later
• Windows 8.1 or Windows 10

Environmental 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:

• Size: 7.5 x 5.5 x 5.4 inches (19.1 x 14 x 13.8 cm)
• Weight: 4.9 lb (2.2 kg)