Blackmagic Design DeckLink IP HD Optical Capture Card

Blackmagic Design DeckLink IP HD Optical Capture Card: The Ultimate Solution for High-Quality Video Capture and Playback

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink IP HD Optical Capture Card is designed for professionals who demand the highest quality in video capture and playback. Featuring cutting-edge technology, this capture card supports up to three channels of video capture and three channels of video playback through a single SFP-based optical fiber Ethernet connection. Compatible with popular video formats like Apple ProRes, DNxHD, and even 10-bit uncompressed video, this device ensures you get broadcast-quality results every time.

Engineered to meet the SMPTE ST2110 standards, this capture card allows seamless integration into modern IP broadcast systems, ensuring low latency, synchronisation, and multi-rate video support from SD to 1080p60. Its unique built-in video firewall provides unparalleled IP network security, making it an indispensable tool for high-stakes broadcasting environments. Whether you're updating your existing studio systems or setting up a new IP-based infrastructure, the DeckLink IP HD Optical Capture Card provides unrivalled performance and versatility.

Key Features

• Three channels of video capture and playback
• SFP-based optical fiber Ethernet connection
• Supports video formats like Apple ProRes, DNxHD, and 10-bit uncompressed
• Meets SMPTE ST2110 standards for IP broadcast systems
• Built-in video firewall for enhanced security
• High-speed, four-lane PCI Express interface
• Supports all SD and HD formats up to 1080p60
• Low profile design suitable for rack-mount servers
• Includes NMOS protocol for building a virtual router
• Compatible with tools like DaVinci Resolve, Fusion, Adobe After Effects, and more

Specifications

• Connection: 10G Optical Fiber SFP+ Port
• Channels: 3 input and 3 output channels, each up to 1080p60
• Computer Interface: PCI Express 4 lane generation 2, compatible with 4, 8, and 16 lane slots
• Supported Codecs: AVC‑Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV‑NTSC, DV‑PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, HEVC, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, DNxHR & DNxHD, Apple ProRes (various levels), Uncompressed 8‑bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10‑bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10‑bit 4:4:4
• Software Included: Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and drivers for Mac OS, Windows, and Linux
• Physical Installation: PCI Express 4 lane generation 2, compatible with 4 and 8 lane PCI Express slots
• Compatible Software Applications: DaVinci Resolve, Fusion, Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Adobe After Effects, Avid Pro Tools, Steinberg Cubase, Steinberg Nuendo, Adobe Photoshop
• Video Standards: Supports SD (525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL) and HD (720p50/59.94/60, 1080i50/59.94/60, 1080p various formats) standards
• Audio Sampling: 48 kHz, 24-bit
• Color Precision: 8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 up to 1080p30, and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2
• Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020
• IP Video Compliance: SMPTE 2110 (20, 21, 30, 40), IGMP v2
• Precision Time Protocol: IEEE 1588-2008 (PTP v2)
• Operating Systems: Mac 12.0 Monterey, Mac 13.0 Ventura or later; Windows 10/11 (64-bit); Linux
• Power Requirements: 10 Watts
• Environmental: Operating temperature of 5° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) and storage temperature of -20° to 45°C (-4° to 113°F), with relative humidity of 0% to 90% non-condensing

Package Contents

• DeckLink IP HD Optical Capture Card
• 10GBASE-LR Optical Fiber SFP+ Module and Cage
• Low profile slot bracket
• Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
• 3-Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty