Key Features:
- 8 x Bidirectional SD/HD/3G-SDI
- 8-Lane PCIe Interface
- Resolutions up to 1080p60
- Inputs/Outputs Independently Switchable
- Supports Uncompressed RGB 4:4:4 Signals
- Supports 16 Channels of Embedded Audio
- Reference Input
- Up/Down/Cross Conversions
- Media Express Application Included
- macOS, Windows, and Linux Compatible
he Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI 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 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.
Included Software
- Media Express
- Disk Speed Test
- LiveKey
- Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
- Drivers for macOS, Windows 8/10, and Linux
Supported Software Applications
- Supported applications include:
- DaVinci Resolve
- Fusion
- Apple Final Cut Pro X
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC
- Adobe After Effects CC
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Avid Media Composer
- Avid Pro Tools
- Avid Symphony
- Avid News Cutter
- Steinberg Cubase
- Steinberg Nuendo
- Nuke
- Tools On Air just:in, live:cut, just:play, and just:live
- Softron OnTheAir
- MovieRecorder and OnTheAir CG
- Flash Media Live Encoder
- Wirecast
- Livestream Procaster
- Resolume Avenue 4
- Sony Vegas Pro
- Corel VideoStudio Pro X4
- CyberLink Power Director
- MAGIX Video Pro X4
- Vidblaster Pro & Studio and Broadcast
- Uniplay
- Playbox AirBox
- CasparCG
- Magicsoft CG
- Xsplit Broadcaster
- Imagine Communications Velocity and InfoCaster
Technical Specifications:
Host Connection |
PCIe x8 (PCIe 2.0) |
Shared Input/Output Connectors |
8 x BNC (3G-SDI) Male |
Input Video Format |
SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV) 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps 1080PsF: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps NTSC: 60 fps PAL: 50 fps |
Input Audio Format |
Analog: 48 kHz / 24-Bit |
Embedded Audio Input |
SDI: 16-Channel |
Output Video Format |
SDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV) 1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94 fps 1080PsF: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps 1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps 720p: 50/59.94/60 fps NTSC: 60 fps PAL (768 x 576): 50 fps |
Embedded Audio Output |
SDI: 16-Channel |
Video Standard Compliance |
SMPTE 259M/292M/296M/372M/425M ITU -R BT.601/BT.656 |
Other I/O |
1 x BNC Blackburst, Reference, Tri-Level Sync Input |
OS Compatibility |
Windows 8.1.10 or Later macOS 10.14.15 or Later Linux |
Power Consumption |
22 W |
Operating Temperature |
41 to 104°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 |
Warranty Length |
Limited 3-Year Warranty |
In the Box:
- Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
- Limited 3-Year Warranty