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Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture and Playback Card, 720p/1080p Cross-conversion
SKU: BMBDLKDVQD2 MFR: BDLKDVQD2
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Key Features
- Capture up to 8 channels of 3G-SDI video with this versatile video capture card.
- Enjoy low latency with 8 bidirectional 12-bit SD/HD SDI inputs/outputs for flexible workflows.
- Cross-convert 720HD to 1080HD (or vice versa) during playback with built-in hardware.
- Achieve stable streaming using SMPTE compliant SDI inputs, ensuring broadcast-quality video.
- Easily integrate into your existing setup with PCIe compatibility for Mac, Windows, and Linux.
- Record uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 video, perfect for professional video capture projects.
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What sets the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 apart is its exceptional versatility and professional-grade capabilities, making it a staple for those in live broadcasting and post-production. This robust 8-lane PCIe card is engineered to elevate your production quality with its eight bidirectional, 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI connectors. Each Mini-BNC connector is independently configurable, allowing for a seamless blend of eight capture or playback channels, supporting resolutions up to 1080p60.
The DeckLink Quad 2 stands out with its comprehensive support for a wide array of video formats, from industry-standard compressed formats like ProRes and DNxHD to pristine uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video. This high-quality, reliable card is designed to meet the rigorous demands of live broadcast and post-production workflows.
Compatibility is key, and the DeckLink Quad 2 excels with cross-platform support for Mac, Windows, and Linux systems. This ensures smooth integration into any professional environment. Blackmagic's Media Express software complements the hardware, providing an intuitive platform for capturing, organizing, and managing media with ease.
Flexibility is at the core of the DeckLink Quad 2's design. Each SDI input and output operates independently, allowing for a multitude of video standards to be used simultaneously. This innovative feature grants users the freedom to tailor the card's configuration to their specific project needs.
The DeckLink Quad 2 doesn't compromise on audio quality either, supporting 16 channels of embedded audio per input and output. This ensures your audio is just as crisp and clear as your video. Additionally, the card offers advanced features like cross-conversion between 720p and 1080p, as well as SD upconversion, to streamline your production process.
Included with the DeckLink Quad 2 is a comprehensive suite of software applications for Mac OS and Windows, such as Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic driver, with Linux users also catered to with select software availability.
The DeckLink Quad 2's extensive codec support includes AVC-Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, ProRes 422 HQ, LT, Proxy, and more, ensuring compatibility with a vast range of projects and workflows. It is also compatible with leading software applications like Adobe Premiere Pro CC, After Effects CC, Photoshop CC, Apple Final Cut Pro X, Avid Media Composer, Pro Tools, DaVinci Resolve, Fusion, Steinberg Cubase, and Nuendo.
For professionals seeking a durable, innovative, and high-quality capture and playback solution, the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is a game-changer. Its unparalleled flexibility, extensive compatibility, and professional-grade features make it an essential tool for anyone serious about elevating their production game.
Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 Features
- Configurable eight bidirectional SD/HD/3G-SDI connectors for 1080p60 capture or playback
- Compatible with Mac, Windows, Linux, and major video editing/broadcast software
- Includes Blackmagic Media Express for media capture, organization, and management
- Each SDI port can operate on a different video standard for flexibility
- Supports uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4, compressed ProRes and DNxHD
- Up to 16 channels of embedded audio per input/output
- Supports AVC-Intra, AVCHD, Apple ProRes, DNxHR and other codecs
- Cross-conversion and upconversion between 720p, 1080p, and SD during capture
Warranty Information
This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.
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