Blackmagic Design Blackmagic Videohub 40x40 12G

The Blackmagic Videohub 40x40 12G is a powerful zero-latency 12G-SDI video router, designed to handle up to 40 SDI inputs and 40 SDI outputs, supporting simultaneous SD, HD, and Ultra HD formats.
Housed in a 2RU chassis, it features redundant power supplies and reference connections, ensuring maximum reliability.
The large Full HD LCD display on the front panel allows real-time video monitoring, clearly displaying labels and video standards.
Routing is easily managed via selection buttons and a large electronic friction control knob.
It supports SDI reclocking, remote control via Ethernet, and all video standards up to 2160p60.

Connections

SDI Video Inputs

• 40 x 12G-SDI inputs
• Compatible with: DVB-ASI, 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G

SDI Video Outputs

• 40 x 12G-SDI outputs

SDI Reclocking

• Yes, on all SDI outputs

Reference Inputs

• Tri-Sync or Black Burst

Reference Outputs

• Loop-through reference signal output

Ethernet

• 10/100/1000 BASE-T

Computer Interface

• USB-C

Supported Video Standards

SD Formats

• 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD Formats

• 720p: 50, 59.94, 60
• 1080i: 50, 59.94, 60
• 1080p: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60
• 1080PsF: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30

2K Formats

• 2K DCI: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60 (progressive and PsF)

Ultra HD Formats

• 2160p: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60

4K Formats

• 4K DCI: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94, 60

SDI Compliance

• SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M Level A and B
• SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, SMPTE 2082-10, ITU-R BT.656, ITU-R BT.601

SDI Audio Sampling

• 48kHz at 24-bit (broadcast standard)

SDI Video Sampling

• YUV 4:2:2 and RGB 4:4:4

SDI Color Precision

• 4:4:4 RGB at 10-bit and 12-bit in all HD and 2K modes
• Up to 2160p30 in Ultra HD and 4K DCI
• 4:2:2 YUV at 10-bit in all modes

SDI Color Space

• REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020

SDI Auto-Switching

• Automatic detection between 270Mb SD-SDI, 1.5G HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI (A & B), 6G HD-SDI, 12G-SDI, and DVB-ASI

Compatible SDI Metadata

• SMPTE 352M (Identifies auxiliary video data payloads)

Control

Built-in Control Panel

• 24 routing selection buttons
• 3 buttons and a control knob for menu navigation
• 5" color LCD display for video monitoring and settings

External Control Panel

• Blackmagic Videohub control software (Mac & Windows)
• Compatible with:
  • Videohub Smart Control Pro
  • Videohub Master Control Pro
• Supports Blackmagic Videohub SDK and Ethernet Videohub Control Protocol

Control Panel Connection

• Ethernet

Software

Software Control

• Included for Windows™ and Mac™

Software Update

• Via USB-C using the included update application

Operating Systems

Mac

• macOS 13.0 Ventura
• macOS 14.0 Sonoma or later

Windows

• Windows 10 (64-bit)
• Windows 11

Display

• Integrated 5” LCD, for video monitoring and menu settings

Power Requirements

Power Supply

• Dual internal power supply
• AC 100-240V 50/60Hz
• Requires IEC power cable

Fail-Safe Operation

• Crosspoints are retained and restored upon power-up

Power Consumption

• 46.5W (maximum)

Installation

• Rack height: 2RU

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature

• 0° to 40° C

Storage Temperature

• -20° to 60° C

Relative Humidity

• 0% - 90% non-condensing

Box Contents

✔ Blackmagic Videohub 40x40 12G
✔ Welcome Wallet with QR code for software download

Warranty

3-year limited manufacturer warranty

Conclusion

The Blackmagic Videohub 40x40 12G is a powerful and flexible solution for managing complex video workflows with maximum quality and zero latency, making it ideal for broadcast, production studios, and post-production environments.