The Extron DVC 501 SD converts SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI serial digital video signals to DVI-D and analog RGB or component video formats. It features automatic equalization of input signals, extraction of embedded AES3 audio, and RS-232 serial control. The DVC 501 SD is ideal for applications including television production, medical imaging, military simulation, houses of worship, and live events that require interfacing SDI signals from broadcast-type sources to professional / consumer-level displays and signal distribution systems that only accept DVI or analog signals. It is compliant with SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M, and ITU digital video standards.