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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?KARIM K : Virtual productionCRAIG L : It meets our needs and comes from a trusted brand.NOAH B : Works for Sonnet system.SIDNEY B : UnrealMARK E : For an XR studioIVETTE A : Bought some already... Great Card. It is also PCI-e GEN 3 which is way more efficient on the computer busMARIE KOALA R : Needed it to capture SDI signal for virtual productionCELESLEY W : This compliments my digital cinema rig with SDI inputs at 4k .. or 8k when needed.. this also dovetails with connectivity for up to 4k screen output or interconnects where timing between systems is of utmost importance.PHILIP V : Best cardFRED T : Should help us well into the futureMICHAEL H : need tMYLES B : Virtual ProductionJOHN T : i needed it

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2020-11-15T11:04:17

Rated 5 out of 5

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Works for additional monitor and video input.

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Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro Specifications

Connections

Connections

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  • SDI Video Inputs

    4x bi-directional 12Gb/s SD/HD/2K/4K/8K. Supports single, dual link and quad link 4:2:2/4:4:4. 2D/3D switchable

  • SDI Video Outputs

    4x bi-directional 12Gb/s SD/HD/2K/4K/8K. Supports single, dual link and quad link 4:2:2/4:4:4. 2D/3D switchable

  • SDI Audio Inputs

    16 Channels embedded in SD/HD/2K
    64 Channels embedded in 4K/8K

  • SDI Audio Outputs

    16 Channels embedded in SD/HD/2K
    64 Channels embedded in 4K/8K

  • Sync Input

    Tri-Sync or Black Burst

  • Computer Interface

    PCI Express 8 lane generation 3, compatible with 8 and 16 lane PCI Express slots

Supported Codecs

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  • Compatiblity

    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, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, Uncompressed 8-bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10-bit 4:4:4.

Software

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  • Software Included

    DaVinci Resolve, Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility and Blackmagic driver on Mac OS and Windows. Media Express, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility and Blackmagic driver on Linux

  • Internal Software Upgrade

    Firmware built into software driver. Loaded at system start or via updater software.

  • Physical Installation

    PCI Express 8 lane generation 3, compatible with 8, 16 lane PCI Express slots on Mac OS, Windows and Linux. Please check the Support pages to see the full system requirements.

Applications

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  • Software Applications

    DaVinci Resolve
    Fusion
    Final Cut Pro X
    Adobe Premiere Pro CC
    Avid Media Composer
    Adobe After Effects CC
    Avid Pro Tools
    Steinberg Cubase
    Autodesk Smoke
    Adobe Photoshop CC

  • Other Supported Applications

    The Foundry Nuke, Grass Valley Edius, Steinberg Nuendo, Sony Catalyst Production Suite, Tools On Air Just: Play & Live & In, Softron MovieRecorder & MReplay, Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder, Telestream Wirecast, Livestream Producer, Resolume Arena, Magix Vegas Pro & Movie Edit Pro Premium, Corel VideoStudio Pro, CyberLink PowerDirector, Vidblaster X & Studio & Broadcast, Uniplay One & CG

  • Other Supported Applications (Contd.)

    CasparCG Server, Magicsoft CG, Xsplit Broadcaster, Imagine Communications Velocity & InfoCaster, DevTek Easy Media Suite, Metus Ingest, Boinx Software MimoLive, Cinegy Capture Pro, vMix Live, Renewed Vision ProPresenter, Ventuz Director, Class X Liveboard & Coral CG, Glookast Capturer, Open Broadcaster Software Studio, Nautilus NEMO3D.

Video Standards

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  • SD Video Standards

    525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

  • HD Video Standards

    720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60

  • 2K Video Standards

    2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p, 2K DCI 29.97p, 2K DCI 30p, 2K DCI, 50p, 2K DCI 59.94p, 2K DCI 60p, 2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K DCI 25PsF, 2K DCI 29.97PsF, 2K DCI 30PsF

  • Ultra HD Video Standards

    2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60

  • 4K Video Standards

    4K DCI 23.98p, 4K DCI 24p, 4K DCI 25p, 4K DCI 29.97p, 4K DCI 30p, 4K DCI 50p, 4K DCI 59.94p, 4K DCI 60p

  • 8K Video Standards

    8K 23.98p, 8K 24p, 8K 25p, 8K 29.97p, 8K 30p, 8K 50p, 8K 59.94p, 8K 60p

  • 8K DCI Video Standards

    8K DCI 23.98p, 8K DCI 24p, 8K DCI 25p, 8K DCI 29.97p, 8K DCI 30p, 8K DCI 50p, 8K DCI 59.94p, 8K DCI 60p

  • 3D SDI Video Standards

    "720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60

  • 3D SDI Video Standards (Contd.)

    2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K DCI 25PsF, 2K DCI 29.97PsF, 2K DCI 30PsF, 4K DCI 23.98p, 4K DCI 24p, 4K DCI 25p, 4K DCI 29.97p, 4K DCI 30p, 4K DCI 50p, 4K DCI 59.94p, 4K DCI 60p, 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60

  • SDI Compliance

    SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 425M, SMPTE 435, SMPTE 2081, SMPTE 2082, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601.

  • SDI Metadata Support

    RP 188/SMPTE 12M-2 and closed captioning

  • Audio Sampling

    Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz at 24-bit

  • SDI Video Sampling

    4:2:2, 4:4:4

  • SDI Color Precision

    8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 in all modes up to 8K DCI 30p, and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all modes

  • Color Space

    REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020

  • Multiple Rate Support

    SDI video connections are switchable between SD/HD/2K/4K and 8K

Processing

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  • Colorspace Conversion

    Hardware based real time on output

  • 3D Processing

    Left eye/right eye dual stream capture & playback

  • Real Time Effects

    DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X internal effects. Adobe Premiere Pro CC Mercury Playback Engine effects. Avid Media Composer internal effects

Operating Systems

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  • Operating Systems

    macOS 10.12 Sierra,macOS 10.13 or later
    Windows 7, 8.1 and 10, all 64-bit.
    Linux

Power Requirements

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  • Power Consumption

    19 Watt

Certifications

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  • EMC Certifications

    EMC, FCC, CE, KCC and C-Tick

Environmental

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  • Operating Temperature

    41 Degree to 122 Degree F (5 Degree to 50 Degree C)

  • Storage Temperature

    -4 Degree to 140 Degree F (-20 Degree to 60 Degree C)

  • Relative Humidity

    0% to 90% non-condensing

Physical

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  • Length

    6.45" (16.3cm)

  • Weight

    8.04 oz (113g)

  • UPC Code

    9338716005226

About Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro

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Works for additional monitor and video input.

Introducing the Blackmagic Design Decklink 8K Pro Cinema Capture Card

Step into the future of digital cinema with the Blackmagic Design Decklink 8K Pro Cinema Capture Card. This advanced 8-lane PCIe Gen2 capture and playback card is equipped with four bidirectional 12G-SDI connectors, capable of accepting resolutions from SD, DCI 4K (4096 x 2160), and DCI 8K at up to 60 fps. Designed to support 8- and 10-bit YUV 4:2:2, as well as 8-, 10-, and 12-bit RGB color, it provides unparalleled flexibility and quality. Moreover, the four 12G-SDI connections support 16 channels of embedded audio each, totalling 64 channels, making it ideal for high resolution, high frame rate, and high dynamic range workflows.

Flexible Format and System Support
With the Decklink 8K Pro, you are not limited to a single video format. The card allows you to work with compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, as well as 12-bit 4:4:4 uncompressed video. This means that all images are pixel-for-pixel identical to the source without any generational loss, resulting in sharper keying with green screens, cleaner compositions, superior color correction, and more. Additionally, its support for common file formats provides ready-to-edit files for use in popular editing, effects, and design software applications. Compatibility with Mac, Windows, and Linux based workstations ensures flexibility across different systems.

• 8-Lane PCIe Gen3 I/O Card
• Multi-Rate 12G-SDI
• Supports 8K and DCI 8K up to 60 fps
• Single & Dual Link 4:4:4/4:2:2 Signals
• Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux

Experience the Next Generation of Digital Cinema
Decklink 8K Pro is not just a capture card; it's a gateway to a new era of digital cinema. With its flexible format and system support, multi-rate 12G-SDI, and compatibility with up to DCI 8K at 60 fps, it is designed to meet the demands of next-generation workflows. Whether you are working on a blockbuster film, a high-end commercial, or a cutting-edge music video, the Decklink 8K Pro will help you achieve the best possible results.

Upgrade to the Decklink 8K Pro Cinema Capture Card and take your productions to the next level.

Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro Features

  • Advanced 8-lane PCIe Gen2 capture and playback card
  • Four bidirectional 12G-SDI connectors accepting SD, DCI 4K, and DCI 8K resolutions up to 60 fps
  • Supports 8- and 10-bit YUV and 8-, 10-, and 12-bit RGB color
  • 64 channels of audio with 16 channels embedded in each of the four 12G-SDI connections
  • Ideal for high resolution, high frame rate, and high dynamic range workflows
  • Compatibility with compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD
  • 12-bit 4:4:4 uncompressed video support for sharper keying, cleaner compositions, and superior color correction
  • Compatibility with common file formats for ready-to-edit files in popular software
  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux based workstations
  • Supports single and dual link 4:4:4/4:2:2 signals

Key Features

  • 8-lane PCIe Gen2 card with bidirectional 12G-SDI connectors
  • Accepts SD, DCI 4K, and DCI 8K resolutions up to 60 fps
  • Supports 8-, 10-, 12-bit RGB and 8-, 10-bit YUV color
  • 64 channels of audio, 16 channels embedded in each 12G-SDI
  • Perfect for high-res, high frame rate, high dynamic range workflows
  • Works with ProRes, DNxHD, and 12-bit 4:4:4 uncompressed video

What's in the box:

  • DeckLink 8K Pro Cinema Capture Card
  • SD Card with Software and Manual
  • Blackmagic Design 3 Year Limited Warranty