Description
Magewell Pro Convert IP to AIO 4K Decoders
The Magewell Pro Convert IP to AIO 4K isn’t just a decoder — it’s a display controller. Its built‑in layout modes let you turn multiple IP streams into a clean, professional HDMI / SDI output without needing a switcher, PC, or extra hardware. That flexibility is a huge advantage in AV, security, broadcast, and control‑room environments.
The Pro Convert IP to AIO 4K is a low‑latency, multi‑format IP decoder that converts multiple IP streams into a single 4K60 HDMI and 12G‑SDI output with multiview layouts — ideal for live production, digital signage, and remote/edge AV deployments. Key strengths are multi‑stream composition, HDR support, and centralized management for coordinated multi‑unit installations.
Overview
What it is: A hardware IP decoder in Magewell’s Pro Convert family that ingests IP streams (NDI, SRT/other IP formats, and per your media kit, RIST) and outputs baseband video via HDMI (4K60) and SDI (up to 12G), with flexible layouts including Multiview. It’s built for low latency and reliable integration into IP‑based production and AV networks.
Key features (at a glance)
• Multi‑stream to single 4K output: Combines up to four IP streams into one 4K60 HDMI and 12G SDI output with selectable layouts and multiview.
• Multi‑format decoding: Supports NDI and other IP formats; including RIST support as well.
• HDR support: PQ and HLG decoding for HDR workflows.
• Centralized management: Integrates with centralized control systems (Control Hub / Zixi ZEN Master) for remote provisioning and stream routing.
• Low latency, broadcast‑grade output: Designed to bridge IP and baseband equipment with professional color and audio handling.
Typical applications
• Live events & OB trucks: Feed local monitors, projectors, or broadcast SDI chains from remote IP sources.
• Houses of worship & corporate AV: Multiview layouts let a single decoder show program, confidence, and auxiliary feeds on one screen.
• Digital signage & distributed displays: Central stream routing to edge decoders for synchronized content playback.
• Remote production / contribution: Decode RIST/SRT/NDI streams at the facility for mixing, monitoring, or distribution.
• Education and conferencing: Low‑latency decoding for lecture capture, multi‑camera classrooms, and hybrid events.
Decoding Features
- Support NDI High Bandwidth, NDI HX, NDI HX2, NDI HX3, SRT, MPEG-TS over RTP/UDP/RIST, RTMP, RTSP, HLS, HTTP, and ZIXI protocols
- Support multiview layouts
– For Single View, support decoding 1 stream of H.264, H.265, SpeedHQ or MPEG2 at up to 4096x2160p60
– For Picture-in-Picture, support decoding 2 streams of H.264, H.265, SpeedHQ or MPEG2 at up to 1920x1080p60 (Only one NDI High Bandwidth or one MPEG2 format video signal can be decoded.)
– For Quad view, support decoding 4 streams of H.264 or H.265 at up to 1920x1080p60 - Support decoding audio in AAC, MP3, AC3, Opus, and G.711 formats
- Support NDI 6.3
Output Features
HDMI Output Features
- Max output: 4096×2160 60fps 4:2:2 10-bit, or 4096×2160 60fps 4:2:2 12-bit
- Support 48/96KHz 8-channel audio output
- Support HDR PQ/HLG
SDI Output Features
- Max output: 4096×2160 60fps 4:2:2 10-bit
- Support 48KHz 8-channel audio output
- Support Closed Caption compliant with CEA-608 or CEA-708 embedded CEA-608 standards
- Support HDR PQ/HLG via ANC metadata
Others
- Advanced configuration and device status through intuitive Web GUI, keyboard/mouse, or on-board controls
- Register with Control Hub or Zixi ZEN Master for remote centralized management
- Support preview of output images and PTZ control
- Provide HTTP APIs
- LED status indicators
- Form factor: 4.72 in (L) x 3.12 in (W) x 0.96 in (H) (120 mm x 79.3 mm x 24.5 mm)
Core Uses
• Corporate AV – Show remote presenters, meeting rooms, or IP cameras on boardroom screens.
• Broadcast & Live Production – Decode NDI/SRT feeds for switchers, monitors, or multiview setups.
• Security & Surveillance – Display multiple IP camera feeds on a single HDMI monitor.
• Control Rooms – Monitor several live streams (traffic, utilities, emergency ops) on one display.
• Education – Bring remote lectures or NDI/SRT classroom feeds to projectors and screens.
• Digital Signage – Convert cloud‑delivered or network‑delivered content into HDMI for signage.
• Engineering & Monitoring – Test, preview, and troubleshoot IP streams using the built‑in multiviewer.
Why It’s Useful
• Simplifies IP→baseband integration: Lets facilities reuse existing monitors, switchers, and recorders while moving sources to IP.
• Reduces hardware footprint: One decoder can present multiple feeds (multiview), cutting the number of decoders or displays needed.
• Speeds remote workflows: Decode RIST/SRT/NDI streams at the edge or in‑house for low‑latency monitoring and contribution.
• Future‑proofing: Support for NDI variants, RIST, HDR, and 12G‑SDI makes it compatible with modern broadcast and AV pipelines.
Further Resources
| Magewell Bridge for NDI® | Select |
| NewTek NDI® Tools | Select |
| Compatible Software | Select |
| User Manual PRO Convert IP to HDMI | Download |
| Short FAQs about Pro Convert | Download |
| Pro Convert Product Selector & Downloads | Select |
| Pro Convert Decoders Comparison NDI/IP to HDMI | View |
