Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card. The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional, 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI Micro-BNC connectors that are independently configurable to provide any combination of eight capture or playback channels at up to 1080p60. The card supports compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, as well as uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video, making it ideal for use in both live broadcast and post-production.
It is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, and is supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers and supported by a wide range of software applications.
- 8 x Bidirectional SD/HD/3G-SDI
- 8-Lane PCIe Interface
- Resolutions up to 1080p60
- Micro-BNC/Mini DIN Connectors
- Inputs/Outputs Independently Switchable
- Supports Uncompressed RGB 4:4:4 Signals
- Supports 16 Channels of Embedded Audio
- Reference In, Up/Down/Cross Conversions
- Media Express Application Included
- macOS, Windows, and Linux Compatible
Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional, 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI Micro-BNC connectors that are independently configurable to provide any combination of eight capture or playback channels at up to 1080p60. The card supports compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, as well as uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video, making it ideal for use in both live broadcast and post-production. It is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, and is supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.- Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers and supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.
- Each SDI (Micro-BNC) input and output can be a different video standard, as they're all independent
- Supports uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 signals
- Cross conversion between 720p and 1080p on video capture
- SD upconversion to 720p or 1080p on video capture
- Supports 16 channels of embedded audio per input/output
- Mac OS and Windows:
- Media Express
- Disk Speed Test
- LiveKey
- Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
- Blackmagic driver
Linux:
- Media Express
- Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
- Blackmagic driver
- AVC-Intra, AVCHD
- Canon XF MPEG2
- Digital SLR
- DV-NTSC, DV-PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX
- HDV, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422
- DNxHR & DNxHD
- Apple ProRes 4444, 422 HQ, 422, LT, 422 Proxy
- Uncompressed: 8-bit 4:2:2, 10-bit 4:2:2, 10-bit 4:4:4
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC
- Adobe After Effects CC
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Apple Final Cut Pro X
- Avid Media Composer
- Avid Pro Tools
- DaVinci Resolve
- Fusion
- Steinberg Cubase
- Steinberg Nuendo
-
- Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder
- Autodesk Flame
- Boinx Software MimoLive
- Burst Video WebClip2Go
- CasparCG Server
- Cinegy Capture Pro
- Class X Liveboard & Coral CG
- Corel VideoStudio Pro
- CyberLink PowerDirector
- DevTek Easy Media Suite
- Glookast Capturer
- Grass Valley Edius
- Imagine Communications Velocity & InfoCaster
- Livestream Producer
- Magicsoft CG
- Magix Vegas Pro & Movie Edit Pro Premium
- Metus Ingest
- Nautilus NEMO3D
- Open Broadcaster Software Studio
- Renewed Vision ProPresenter
- Resolume Arena
- Softron MovieRecorder & MReplay
- Sony Catalyst Production Suite
- Telestream Wirecast
- Tools On Air Just: Play & Live & In
- Uniplay One & CG
- Ventuz Director
- Vidblaster X & Studio & Broadcast
- vMix Live
- Xsplit Broadcaster
- Zoom
System Connection | PCIe 2.0 x8 |
Inputs/Outputs | 8 x Micro-BNC (3G-SDI) Male |
Other I/O | 1 x Micro-BNC Blackburst, Reference, Tri-Level Sync Input |
Simultaneous Multi-Input Support | Yes: 8 Simultaneous Inputs |
Input Video Format | SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV) 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080PsF at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 60 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps |
Input Audio Format | Analog: 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
Output Video Format | SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV) 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94 fps 1080PsF at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 60 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps |
Embedded Audio | SDI: 16-Channel |
Video Standard Compliance | SMPTE 259M/292M/296M/372M/425M ITU -R BT.601/BT.656 |
HDR Compatibility | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
OS Compatibility | Windows 8.1.10 or Later macOS 10.14.15 or Later Linux *As of September, 2020: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Power Consumption | 22 W |
Operating Temperature | 37 to 72°F / 5 to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 90% |
Certifications | C-Tick, CE, FCC *as per Manufacturer |
Dimensions | 6.3" / 16 cm |
Weight | 4.59 oz / 130 g |
Package Weight | 0.25Kg |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 17.78cm x 14.10cm x 2.67cm |
In The Box
- 1 x Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
- 1 x Limited 3-Year Warranty
Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional, 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI Micro-BNC connectors that are independently configurable to provide any combination of eight capture or playback channels at up to 1080p60. The card supports compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, as well as uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video, making it ideal for use in both live broadcast and post-production. It is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, and is supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.- Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers and supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.
- Each SDI (Micro-BNC) input and output can be a different video standard, as they're all independent
- Supports uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 signals
- Cross conversion between 720p and 1080p on video capture
- SD upconversion to 720p or 1080p on video capture
- Supports 16 channels of embedded audio per input/output
- Mac OS and Windows:
- Media Express
- Disk Speed Test
- LiveKey
- Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
- Blackmagic driver
Linux:
- Media Express
- Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
- Blackmagic driver
- AVC-Intra, AVCHD
- Canon XF MPEG2
- Digital SLR
- DV-NTSC, DV-PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX
- HDV, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422
- DNxHR & DNxHD
- Apple ProRes 4444, 422 HQ, 422, LT, 422 Proxy
- Uncompressed: 8-bit 4:2:2, 10-bit 4:2:2, 10-bit 4:4:4
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC
- Adobe After Effects CC
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Apple Final Cut Pro X
- Avid Media Composer
- Avid Pro Tools
- DaVinci Resolve
- Fusion
- Steinberg Cubase
- Steinberg Nuendo
-
- Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder
- Autodesk Flame
- Boinx Software MimoLive
- Burst Video WebClip2Go
- CasparCG Server
- Cinegy Capture Pro
- Class X Liveboard & Coral CG
- Corel VideoStudio Pro
- CyberLink PowerDirector
- DevTek Easy Media Suite
- Glookast Capturer
- Grass Valley Edius
- Imagine Communications Velocity & InfoCaster
- Livestream Producer
- Magicsoft CG
- Magix Vegas Pro & Movie Edit Pro Premium
- Metus Ingest
- Nautilus NEMO3D
- Open Broadcaster Software Studio
- Renewed Vision ProPresenter
- Resolume Arena
- Softron MovieRecorder & MReplay
- Sony Catalyst Production Suite
- Telestream Wirecast
- Tools On Air Just: Play & Live & In
- Uniplay One & CG
- Ventuz Director
- Vidblaster X & Studio & Broadcast
- vMix Live
- Xsplit Broadcaster
- Zoom
System Connection | PCIe 2.0 x8 |
Inputs/Outputs | 8 x Micro-BNC (3G-SDI) Male |
Other I/O | 1 x Micro-BNC Blackburst, Reference, Tri-Level Sync Input |
Simultaneous Multi-Input Support | Yes: 8 Simultaneous Inputs |
Input Video Format | SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV) 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080PsF at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 60 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps |
Input Audio Format | Analog: 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
Output Video Format | SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV) 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94 fps 1080PsF at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i at 50/59.94/60 fps 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 60 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps |
Embedded Audio | SDI: 16-Channel |
Video Standard Compliance | SMPTE 259M/292M/296M/372M/425M ITU -R BT.601/BT.656 |
HDR Compatibility | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
OS Compatibility | Windows 8.1.10 or Later macOS 10.14.15 or Later Linux *As of September, 2020: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Power Consumption | 22 W |
Operating Temperature | 37 to 72°F / 5 to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 90% |
Certifications | C-Tick, CE, FCC *as per Manufacturer |
Dimensions | 6.3" / 16 cm |
Weight | 4.59 oz / 130 g |
Package Weight | 0.25Kg |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 17.78cm x 14.10cm x 2.67cm |
In The Box
- 1 x Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
- 1 x Limited 3-Year Warranty