Black Magic UltraStudio SDI

Introducing the world's smallest and most affordable SDI capture and playback solution for USB 3.0 computers! UltraStudio SDI simply plugs in to add 10 bit SDI capture and playback, plus HDMI monitoring to your computer! Because it powers from the USB connection, it's a snap to install! With high quality SDI and HDMI monitoring, plus genlock and RS-422 deck control built in, you get the the highest quality solution for editing, effects, paint and design!

Broadcast Quality SDI for USB 3.0

UltraStudio SDI is so compact it fits right into your hand! UltraStudio SDI can be hidden under desks or taken on location. With an attractive machined aluminum design, it looks great on your desk or on location shoots. UltraStudio SDI includes a built in HDMI 1.4 output so you can even use a low cost television as a broadcast monitor! We also include Photoshop plug-ins, NLE drivers and our award winning Media Express deck control software! Perfect with laptops for SDI acquisition on location, or in large creative groups so all computers can be connected to broadcast routing infrastructure, UltraStudio SDI is the perfect low cost solution!

Compact Design

UltraStudio SDI is an attractive and compact design that’s machined out of a solid block of aluminum for incredible strength. That means you get a beautifully finished uni-body design that looks great on your desk. UltraStudio SDI includes a mounting bracket that lets you mount it under desks or on walls for added security. UltraStudio SDI eliminates messy power supplies because it powers from the USB 3.0 connection, plus there are no switches or adjustments because it automatically switches between SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI video formats.

Advanced USB 3.0

For an advanced future proof design, UltraStudio SDI features built in USB 3.0 for a high speed 4.8 Gb/s connection that’s up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 or FireWire. USB 3.0 is built into the latest computers and is more than 3 times the speed of HD video.

Incredible Quality

Now high quality broadcast electronics don't need to be ugly and expensive! UltraStudio SDI features super low jitter 3 Gb/s SDI connections plus the latest HDMI 1.4 output for local monitoring. You get both compressed and uncompressed video.

Everything Included

UltraStudio SDI includes everything you need for editing, paint or broadcast design. We include a full set of drivers for capture and playback with real time effects in Premiere Pro! Also included is Media Express for batch capture and output to tape.

World's Highest Quality Connections

UltraStudio SDI includes the highest quality low jitter SDI connections that instantly switch between all SD and HD video formats. Connect to decks such as Digital Betacam, HDCAM, HDCAM-SR, Panasonic D5, Sony PMW-F3 and more! UltraStudio SDI includes HDMI 1.4 out, so you can use any television as a broadcast monitor, dramatically lowering the overall cost of editing systems. HDMI out even lets you connect to video projectors for the most amazing theater style environments! UltraStudio SDI includes deck control, genlock and fully powers via USB 3.0!

Compatible with Everything!

Blackmagic Design is the worlds biggest capture card manufacturer, so you get more third party software compatibility! Edit on your favourite NLE software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Sony Vegas. For compositing and broadcast design, UltraStudio SDI works with After Effects, Nuke, Fusion and Photoshop. Audio engineers will love using UltraStudio SDI with Avid Pro Tools and Steinberg Nuendo.

Compact Size

With a compact size that’s also attractive, UltraStudio SDI has been designed to look great on your desktop, or to be totally hidden from view! UltraStudio SDI features a beautiful machined aluminium design with full silicon rubber base that grips to desk surfaces. When you want to mount under desks or in cable ducts, just screw on the mounting bracket and attach it anywhere! UltraStudio SDI is so small and lightweight, it’s perfect for your laptop bag, so you can take it everywhere! Because it’s USB powered, it’s truly a portable solution!

Features:

• SDI Input Connection : SDI/HD-SDI input connection for decks, routers and cameras so you can capture amazing quality 10 bit video in SD or HD.
• SDI Output Connection : SDI/HD-SDI output connection for decks, routers and monitors so you can playback amazing quality 10 bit video in SD or HD.
• HDMI Output Connection : HDMI output connection for monitors, televisions or video projectors for low cost cinema style broadcast monitoring!
• RS-422 Deck Control : Industry standard RS-422 deck control port compatible with all broadcast decks.
• USB 3.0 Connection : Connect to any compatible USB 3.0 Windows computer for video capture and playback. Power from USB 3.0 connection!
• Genlock Input : Sync UltraStudio SDI to your broadcast facility. Accepts black burst or HD tri-sync reference signals.