{"product_id":"kiloview-cv180-broadcast-grade-sdi-to-hdmi-vga-av-video-converter","title":"Kiloview CV180 Broadcast-Grade SDI to HDMI\/VGA\/AV Video Converter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_46174912f3352db6\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eKiloview CV180 Broadcast-Grade SDI to HDMI\/VGA\/AV Video Converter\u003c\/b\u003e (often cataloged as the \u003cb\u003eKV-CV180\u003c\/b\u003e) is an industrial, multi-functional scan converter, scaler, and frame-rate synchronizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile its sibling (the CV190) handles multi-format \u003ci\u003eingest\u003c\/i\u003e into an SDI workflow, the CV180 does the exact opposite: it acts as a central downstream breakout box. It takes a single professional baseband SD, HD, or 3G-SDI coaxial broadcast feed, normalizes it through a dedicated 10-bit image processor, and outputs it to a variety of digital and analog consumer display formats simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCore Engineering and Operational Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne Input to Multiple Output Multi-Streaming:\u003c\/b\u003e The chassis features a 75-Ohm BNC input that accepts SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI signals. It can drive up to \u003cb\u003ethree outputs simultaneously\u003c\/b\u003e: one dedicated, zero-latency physical \u003cb\u003eSDI Loop-Out\u003c\/b\u003e (BNC), plus \u003cb\u003eany two\u003c\/b\u003e of its converted output formats (HDMI, VGA, or analog Composite AV) at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware Scale and Frame-Rate Conversion:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike basic, passive adapter plugs that fail if a display doesn't support a specific broadcast frame rate, the CV180 has a built-in professional image processing chip. It features smart up\/down-scaling and hardware frame-rate transformation, allowing you to convert any standard SDI resolution (like 1080i50 or 1080p59.94) into a custom, self-defined target resolution optimized for commercial projectors or legacy IT monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10-Bit YUV 4:2:2 Image Enhancement Matrix:\u003c\/b\u003e To ensure high-quality color accuracy and signal fidelity, the conversion engine maintains a \u003cb\u003e10-bit YUV 4:2:2 processing pipeline\u003c\/b\u003e. Before mapping the video to the consumer outputs, the chip applies hardware-level 3D noise reduction, smart de-interlacing (converting 1080i fields to clean progressive frames), and granular color-conditioning layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlexible Dual-Track Audio De-Embedding:\u003c\/b\u003e The CV180 automatically de-embeds digital audio tracks directly from the incoming SDI stream. This audio can be passed directly through the synchronous digital HDMI connection or routed into an independent, dual-track analog stereo output for direct PA system or audio mixer integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn-Screen Broadcast Toolsets:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered for master control rooms and engineering stations, the software layer can generate helpful graphical overlays directly onto the video output. Technicians can toggle real-time signal parameter prompts, an OSD menu interface, Safe Area margins, center crosses, and basic VU audio meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersatile Control Topology (IR Remote \u0026amp; USB):\u003c\/b\u003e The factory default output combination is set to HDMI + CVBS (AV). Operators can dynamically change active video layouts, adjust aspect ratios, or calibrate color profiles (brightness, contrast, saturation, hue) using the included \u003cb\u003einfrared remote control\u003c\/b\u003e or by connecting a PC to its USB configuration port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Technical Specifications Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiloview KV-CV180 System Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical Input Interface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × 75 \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\Omega$\u003c\/span\u003e BNC (SD\/HD\/3G-SDI)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical Output Array\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × BNC SDI Active Loop-Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × HDMI (1.3\/1.4 Compatible)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × VGA (DE-15\/DB-15)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × BNC Composite AV (CVBS)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimultaneous Routing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSDI Loop + Any 2 Converted Interfaces\u003c\/b\u003e simultaneously\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupported Input Formats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1080p:\u003c\/b\u003e 60\/59.94\/50\/30\/29.97\/25\/24\/23.98\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1080i:\u003c\/b\u003e 60\/59.94\/50\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e720p:\u003c\/b\u003e 60\/59.94\/50\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSD:\u003c\/b\u003e 625i (PAL) \/ 525i (NTSC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternal Image Engine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10-bit Processing, 3D Noise Reduction, Motion-Adaptive De-interlacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware Audio Support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSDI Audio De-embedding to HDMI \/ Multi-channel analog stereo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Electrical Consumption\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltra-efficient hardware architecture pulling max 4 Watts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Input Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12V, 1A DC locking barrel connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e120 mm × 100 mm × 26 mm (4.72″ × 3.94″ × 1.02″) | Weight: 315g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Operational Engineering Tips for the CV180\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Long-Distance SDI Signal Recovery Rule:\u003c\/b\u003e The CV180 features an integrated high-performance \u003cb\u003eSDI Cable Equalizer (EQ)\u003c\/b\u003e and clock recovery circuit. This allows the unit to act as an active repeater, cleaning up attenuation and distortion caused by long cable runs before converting the signal. When deploying industry-standard \u003cb\u003eBelden 1694A\u003c\/b\u003e (or equivalent 75-Ohm broadcast coaxial) cabling, the chip can cleanly recover signals at distances up to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSD-SDI:\u003c\/b\u003e ~400 meters (1,312 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHD-SDI:\u003c\/b\u003e ~200 meters (656 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3G-SDI:\u003c\/b\u003e ~120 meters (393 feet)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAlways ensure high-quality 75-Ohm BNC terminations are used; poor-quality connectors or cheap 50-Ohm cables will dramatically slash these distances and cause signal drops.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFixing Geometry Distortion (Stretching vs. Pillar-Boxing):\u003c\/b\u003e By default, the CV180 uses a \"Stretch\" mode when cross-converting resolutions. If you feed an old standard-definition broadcast signal (like a 4:3 aspect ratio 576i or 480i feed) and convert it straight to a modern 16:9 1080p HDMI display, the image will look horizontally distorted. Use the infrared remote control to enter the menu and adjust the aspect ratio mode to apply \u003cb\u003epillar-boxing\u003c\/b\u003e (adding black bars on the sides) or \u003cb\u003eletter-boxing\u003c\/b\u003e to maintain correct, undistorted geometric proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTroubleshooting Output Display Issues via Factory Reset:\u003c\/b\u003e If a technician accidentally configures the CV180 to a custom resolution or frame rate that the local monitor cannot read, the screen may go black or display an \"Unsupported Format\" error, blocking access to the menu. To recover instantly without a computer, point the infrared remote control at the CV180's IR receiver, press and hold the \u003cb\u003ePOWER\/RESET\u003c\/b\u003e button for one full second, release it, and press it once more. This instantly reverts the box back to its factory default output layout (HDMI+CVBS out at a highly compatible 720p60 baseline).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kiloview","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52072887288110,"sku":"KIL-CV180","price":5829.35,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/0157\/2910\/files\/KIL-CV180_image1.jpg?v=1781851555","url":"https:\/\/shopvisuals.tv\/products\/kiloview-cv180-broadcast-grade-sdi-to-hdmi-vga-av-video-converter","provider":"ShopVisuals.tv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}