Blackmagic Design DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G

DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G

The DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G is a high-end capture and playback card featuring dual 12G-SDI multi-rate connections. It supports SD, HD, Ultra HD up to 60p, and 4K DCI (4096 x 2160) up to 25p. It offers YUV 10-bit and RGB 12-bit capture, AES/EBU audio, up/down/cross conversions, and full-bandwidth 4:4:4:4 RGB stereoscopic 3D output. This makes it an ideal choice for demanding workflows requiring high video quality and connectivity flexibility.

Connections

• SDI Video Inputs:

  • 2 x 12G-SDI (SD/HD/2K/4K)
  • Supports single/dual-link 4:2:2/4:4:4
  • Switchable between 2D and 3D video

• SDI Video Outputs:

  • 2 x 12G-SDI (SD/HD/2K/4K)
  • Supports single/dual-link 4:2:2/4:4:4
  • Switchable between 2D and 3D video

• Analog Video Inputs:

  • 1 x Component YUV on 3 BNC connectors
  • Switchable to S-Video and Composite
  • Supports HD and SD formats

• Analog Video Outputs:

  • 1 x Component YUV on 3 BNC connectors
  • Switchable to S-Video and Composite
  • Supports HD and SD formats

• Analog Audio Inputs:

  • 2 balanced XLR connectors

• Analog Audio Outputs:

  • 2 balanced XLR connectors

• Optical Fiber Inputs/Outputs (optional):

  • 2 x 12G-SDI

• AES/EBU Audio Inputs:

  • 2 channels (unbalanced)
  • Built-in sample rate converter

• AES/EBU Audio Outputs:

  • 2 channels (unbalanced)

• SDI Embedded Audio Inputs:

  • 16 channels embedded in SD/HD/2K/4K

• SDI Embedded Audio Outputs:

  • 16 channels embedded in SD/HD/2K/4K

• HDMI Video Inputs:

  • HDMI Type A connector
  • Supports 2160p60

• HDMI Video Outputs:

  • HDMI Type A connector
  • Supports 2160p60

• HDMI Embedded Audio Inputs:

  • 8 channels embedded in SD/HD/4K

• HDMI Embedded Audio Outputs:

  • 8 channels embedded in SD/HD/4K

• Reference Input:

  • Tri-Sync or Black Burst

• Device Control:

  • RS-422 port (Sony™ compatible)

• Computer Interface:

  • PCI Express 8-lane Gen 2, compatible with 8-lane and 16-lane PCIe slots

Software Compatibility

The DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G is compatible with a wide range of professional applications, including:

• Editing & Color Correction:

  • DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro X, Adobe Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer

• Visual Effects:

  • Fusion, Adobe After Effects CC, Autodesk Smoke

• Audio Production:

  • Avid Pro Tools, Steinberg Cubase

• Other Software:

  • Adobe Photoshop CC

Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: 5° to 40° C (41° to 104° F)
• Storage Temperature: -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F)
• Relative Humidity: 0% - 90% non-condensing

Box Contents

• DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G card

Warranty

The DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G is covered by a 3-year limited manufacturer warranty.