Aja Hi5-4K-Plus Pristine 3G-SDI to HDMI 2.0 Conversion
Best professional converter for high-end 4K monitoring workflows.
The AJA Hi5-4K-Plus is a professional converter designed to transform 4K/UltraHD SDI signals into pristine HDMI 2.0 output. It supports high frame rates up to 60p and handles advanced 4:2:2/4:4:4 workflows, making it ideal for modern production environments. This cost-effective solution ensures compatibility with HDR 10 and HLG formats, generating the necessary metadata for contemporary displays. It seamlessly integrates embedded audio and offers straightforward configuration via USB with AJA's MiniConfig software, simplifying your monitoring setup.
$584.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
1
/ 374
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Price vs Category Average
-21%
Below average
Input Ports
4331.53
/ x G-SDI (supports Quad G-SDI, Quad G-SDI, Dual G-SDI)
Who it's for
- Broadcast professionals requiring high-fidelity HDR monitoring
- Engineers simplifying complex multi-link 4K signal workflows
- Technicians needing precise audio embedding and software control
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users seeking basic conversion solutions
- Operators requiring modern single-cable 12G-SDI connectivity
- Field crews needing compact, bus-powered mobile equipment
Performance breakdown
Signal Fidelity
Maintains pristine image integrity for high-end professional production environments.
Format Versatility
Handles diverse SDI inputs and modern HDR standards with ease.
Latency Performance
Zero-millisecond processing ensures perfect synchronization for critical live monitoring.
Configuration Ease
MiniConfig software makes setup intuitive and straightforward for busy technicians.
Build Reliability
Rugged construction backed by a generous five-year industry-leading warranty.
Workflow Integration
Seamlessly bridges legacy SDI infrastructure with contemporary HDMI 2.0 displays.
Key Specs
Input Ports
4 x 3G-SDI (supports Quad 3G-SDI, Quad 1.5G-SDI, Dual 3G-SDI)
Output Ports
HDMI 2.0
Maximum Frame Rate
60 fps
Color Space Support
4:2:2 and 4:4:4
Power Supply
5-20VDC (DWP-U-R1 universal supply included)
Warranty
Five years
Dimensions
203.2 x 152.4 x 101.6 mm (8 × 6 × 4 in)
Weight
1.360777 kg (3 lbs)
Features
- Pristine 4K/UltraHD SDI to HDMI 2.0 conversion
- High frame rate support up to 60p
- Generates HDR metadata for modern displays
- Supports professional 4:2:2/4:4:4 workflows
- Includes embedded audio support
- Simple USB configuration with MiniConfig software
- Cost-effective professional monitoring solution
- Supports HDR 10 and HLG formats
What customers say
Professionals overwhelmingly praise the Aja Hi5-4K-Plus for its exceptional reliability and pristine image fidelity, making it a benchmark tool in demanding video workflows. Users value its flawless translation of high bandwidth 3G-SDI signals, including 4K up to 60p, to accurate HDMI 2.0 outputs for dependable monitoring. The robust build quality and support for advanced features like HDR metadata pass-through ensure long term relevance. While the initial cost is significant, the consensus is that its superior stability and performance justify the investment. It is frequently described as a dependable set it and forget it solution, minimizing technical issues during critical production moments.
Know before you buy
Yes, the device supports both HDR 10 and HLG formats and automatically generates the necessary metadata to ensure your HDR display receives the correct signal information.
Absolutely. The Hi5-4K-Plus is designed to handle 4K and UltraHD signals at frame rates up to 60p, making it well-suited for high-end production monitoring.
Configuration is handled through AJA's MiniConfig software. Simply connect the converter to your computer via USB to adjust settings and manage your monitoring preferences.
Yes, the Hi5-4K-Plus seamlessly integrates embedded audio from the SDI input and passes it through to the HDMI 2.0 output.
The converter is highly flexible, supporting Quad 3G-SDI, Quad 1.5G-SDI, and Dual 3G-SDI input configurations to accommodate various professional video workflows.
No, the Hi5-4K-Plus provides zero-latency conversion, ensuring that your monitoring remains perfectly synced with your production environment.
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