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The DeckLink Quad 2 is a versatile and high-performance PCIe capture and playback card designed for professionals in broadcast, live production, and post-production. Featuring eight independent 3G-SDI connections, this card provides unparalleled flexibility for multi-channel video capture and playback workflows. With support for SD and HD formats up to 1080p60, the DeckLink Quad 2 is ideal for a wide range of applications, including multi-camera live production, graphics insertion, and video playback systems.
Each SDI connection is fully configurable, allowing users to assign inputs or outputs independently for maximum adaptability in complex production setups. The card supports 10-bit uncompressed video, ensuring exceptional image quality and color fidelity. Additionally, it handles popular compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, providing flexibility for diverse workflows.
Designed to seamlessly integrate with industry-leading software, the DeckLink Quad 2 is compatible with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, and more. Its PCIe 8-lane Generation 2 interface ensures low-latency performance and reliable operation, essential for real-time video workflows. Compact and robust, the DeckLink Quad 2 fits into standard workstations and rack-mounted systems, making it an indispensable tool for professional video production environments.
Key Features
- Eight Independent 3G-SDI Connections
Configure each channel as an input or output, supporting multi-channel workflows with flexibility. - Supports SD and HD Formats Up to 1080p60
Provides smooth and reliable video capture and playback for professional applications. - 10-bit Uncompressed Video Support
Ensures superior image quality and precise color fidelity for critical workflows. - Compatible with Popular Codecs
Handles formats like ProRes and DNxHD, offering versatility for various production environments. - Low-Latency PCIe Interface
Features an 8-lane PCIe Gen 2 connection for efficient and reliable real-time performance. - Seamless Software Integration
Works with DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, and more. - Compact and Durable Design
Fits easily into standard desktops and rack-mounted systems for flexible installations.
Why Choose the DeckLink Quad 2?
The DeckLink Quad 2 offers unparalleled flexibility and performance for multi-channel workflows. With eight independent SDI channels, advanced format support, and seamless integration into professional setups, it is the ideal solution for live production, broadcast, and post-production environments.
- Product Identifiers -
MPN: BDLKDVQD2EAN: 9338716003468
- In The Box -
- DeckLink Quad 2
- Product Specifications -
Connections
- SDI Video Inputs
8 x bi-directional 12-bit SD/HD independently configurable as either Input or Output. - SDI Video Outputs
8 x bi-directional 12-bit SD/HD independently configurable as either Output or Input. - SDI Audio Inputs
16 channels embedded in SD and HD. - SDI Audio Outputs
16 channels embedded in SD and HD. - Sync Input
Tri-Sync or Black Burst. - Computer Interface
PCI Express 8 lane generation 2, compatible with 8 and 16 lane PCI Express slots.
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, 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
- Software Included
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 2, compatible with 8 and 16 lane PCI Express slots on Mac OS, Windows and Linux. Mac OS systems require a Mac Pro computer with PCI Express slots. Please check the Support pages on the Blackmagic Design site to see the full system requirements.
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
- Steinberg Nuendo
- Adobe Photoshop CC
Other supported applications include: The Foundry Nuke, Grass Valley Edius, 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, 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
- 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
- SDI Compliance
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 425M, 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 and 24 bit. - SDI Color Precision
8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 in all modes up to 1080p30 and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all modes. 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 only supported in playback. - SDI Video Sampling
8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 in all modes up to 1080p30 and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all modes. 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 only supported in playback. - Color Space
REC 601, REC 709.
Processing
- Colorspace Conversion
Hardware based real time. - HD Down Conversion
Built in, high quality software down converter on playback and capture. Down converted SD selectable between letterbox and anamorphic 16:9 styles. - HD Up Conversion
Built in, high quality software up conversion from SD to 720HD or 1080HD on capture. Selectable between 4:3 pillarbox, 14:9 zoom and 16:9 zoom. - Cross Conversion
Built in, high quality hardware cross conversion from 720HD to 1080HD on playback, 1080HD to 720HD on 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.
Physical Specifications
- Length: 6.30in
- Weight: 4.59oz
Operating Systems
- Mac 10.11 El Capitan, Mac 10.12 Sierra, Mac 10.13 High Sierra or later.
- Windows 7, 8.1 and 10, all 64-bit.
- Linux
Power Requirements
- Power Consumption
22 Watts
EMC Certifications
- FCC, CE and C-Tick
Environmental Specifications
- Operating temperature
5° to 40° C (32° to 104° F) - Storage temperature
-20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F) - Relative Humidity
0% to 90% non-condensing
Hassle Free Returns
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Motion Media, LLC
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unopened in the original box, and must include all packing material, blank warranty cards, manuals, and all accessories. 15% restocking fee on any opened items. If you are going to return, do not open the box. - 25% restocking fee on LitePanels, Anton Bauer and Sachtler returns.
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