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# Video Conversion

Each Receiver service can convert an input video resolution to a different output resolution
(i.e. up-conversion or down-conversion). The processed video can be passed through to output standards
such as SDI, SMPTE ST 2022-6, or SMPTE ST 2110.

## Supported Conversions

The following output resolution conversions are supported. Frame-rate is preserved; conversions between
interlaced and progressive formats are supported where applicable.

| Input resolution | SD Output | 720p Output | 1080i Output | 1080p Output | 2160p Output |
| ---------------- | --------- | ----------- | ------------ | ------------ | ------------ |
| UHD              |           | ✔           | ✔            | ✔            | ✔            |
| 1080p            |           | ✔           | ✔            | ✔            |              |
| 1080i            |           | ✔           | ✔            | ✔            |              |
| 720p             |           | ✔           | ✔            |              |              |
| SD               | ✔         |             |              |              |              |

## Configuring Video Scaling

Video conversion is controlled using the **Video Scaling** option. It is also available when
[Multiple Outputs](/beam/receiver/output/multiple-outputs) have been added.

If the decoded input format is not supported by the target output (for example, UHD routed to a
3G-SDI-capable output port), the video must be down-converted to a supported format such as 1080p.

### Enabling Video Scaling

To enable video scaling for a specific Receiver service, follow these steps:

* On the Home page, select the RECEIVER item from the required feed, then click  to edit.

* In the Parameters window, select the Output tab.

* From the Video scaling drop-down menu, select the required output resolution. Select
  No scaling to disable conversion.

* After completing the configuration, click Save and Continue to apply the changes.

  If the decoded input format and the selected **Video scaling** is not supported, an alarm will be
  raised.