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User Manual for Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card

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  • Product category: Computer Hardware Blackmagic Design
  • Brand: Blackmagic Design
  • Description and content of package
  • Technical information and basic settings
  • Frequently asked questions – FAQ
  • Troubleshooting (does not switch on, does not respond, error message, what do I do if...)
  • Authorized service for Blackmagic Design Computer Hardware

User manual for the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel contain basic instructions that need to be followed during installation and operation. Before starting your appliance, the user manual should be read through carefully. Follow all the safety instructions and warnings, and be guided by the given recommendations. User manual is an integral part of any Blackmagic Design product, and if it is sold or transferred, they should be handed over jointly with the product. Following the instructions for use is an essential prerequisite for protecting health and property during use, as well as recognition of liability on the part of the manufacturer for possible defects should you make a warranty claim. Download an official Blackmagic Design user manual in which you will find instructions on how to install, use, maintain and service your product.

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Product description

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bi-directional 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 is 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, allow you to capture, organize, and manage your media.
    Key Features
    • 8x Bi-directional 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI connectors
    • 8-lane PCIe interface compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux based workstations and servers
    • Each SDI input and output can be a different video standard as they are all completely independent
    • Single Blackburst/Tri-Sync reference input
    • Supports uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 10-bit 4:4:4 signals
    • Cross-conversion between 720p and 1080p on video capture
    • SD up-conversion to 720p or 1080p on video capture
    • HD to SD down-conversion on video capture or playback
    • Supports 16 channels of embedded audio per input/output
    Included Software
  • Media Express
    Disk Speed Test
    LiveKey
    Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
    Drivers for Mac OS X, 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 & 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 & Broadcast
    Uniplay
    Playbox AirBox
    CasparCG
    Magicsoft CG
    Xsplit Broadcaster
    Imagine Communications Velocity & InfoCaster
In the Box Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
  • SD Card with Software
  • Limited 3-Year Warranty
  • Table of Contents




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    Technical parameters

    Blackmagic Design BDLKDVQD2 Specs

    Computer Interface PCI Express 8-lane, compatible with 8 and 16 lane PCIe slots
    Input / Output 8 x Bi-directional SD/HD/3G-SDI, 12-bit (DIN 1.0/2.3 connectors)
    1 x Reference Input (DIN 1.0/2.3 connector)
    SDI Audio Input 16 channels per input, embedded in SD and HD
    SDI Audio Output 16 channels per output, embedded in SD and HD
    Sync Input Blackburst in SD, 720p50, 720p59.94, 1080i50, and 1080i59.94 formats or Tri-Sync in any HD format
    Codecs Supported AVC-Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV-NTSC, DV-PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, HEVC, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, 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
    Resolutions and Frame Rates 625/25 PAL
    525/29.97 NTSC
    720p 50/59.94/60
    1080i 50/59.94/60
    1080PsF 23.98/24/25/29.97/30
    1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
    SDI Compliance SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 425M A/B
    SDI Metadata Support VITC read for 3:2 pulldown removal
    VANC capture and playback using up to 3 lines of video in file
    HD RP188 and closed captioning
    Audio Sampling 48 kHz, 24-bit
    Video Sampling 4:2:2, 4:4:4
    Color Precision 8/10-bit YUV 4:2:2
    8/10/12-bit RGB 4:4:4
    Color Space Rec. 601, Rec. 709
    Compatible Operating Systems Mac OS X 10.10, 10.11, and later
    Windows 8 and Windows 10 64-bit Linux
    Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F (5 to 40°C)
    Storage Temperature -4 to 113°F (-20 to 45°C)
    Relative Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing
    Length 6.3" (16 cm)
    Weight 4.59 oz (130.12 g)
    Package Weight 0.5 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 7.0 x 5.5 x 1.1"

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