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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 DIN (Mini-BNC) connectors.

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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 DIN (Mini-BNC) connectors.

Full Description

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional, 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI DIN (Mini-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.

Compatibility:
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.
Independent Input/Output:
Each SDI input and output can be a different video standard, as they're all independent.
Video Support
  • 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.
Audio Support:
Supports 16 channels of embedded audio per input/output.
Included Software:
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.
Supported Codecs
  • 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.
Software Applications
  • 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.
Other Supported Applications
 

 

  • 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.

Features

  • 8 x Bidirectional SD/HD/3G-SDI
  • 8-Lane PCIe Interface
  • Resolutions up to 1080p60
  • DIN (Mini-BNC) 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

Blackmagic Design is a world-renowned innovator in creative video technology, offering a range of high-quality cameras, switchers, editors, and post-production tools. Known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in filmmaking, broadcast, and live production, Blackmagic Design combines cutting-edge engineering with affordability. Its solutions, including DaVinci Resolve and URSA Mini cameras, empower creators to achieve cinematic excellence and broadcast-grade quality, making it a preferred choice for professionals worldwide.

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