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Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 Capture & Playback Unit

SKU BDLKULSDMINI4K
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Original price $1,055.00
Original price $1,055.00 - Original price $1,055.00
Original price $1,055.00
Current price $858.16
$858.16 - $858.16
Current price $858.16
  • 12G-SDI & HDMI 2.0 Input/Output
  • 1 x 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 Interface
  • 3" LCD Status/Preview Screen
  • DCI 4K60 4:2:2 Single-Link 12G-SDI I/O

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Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 Capture & Playback Unit

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Features

The UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 from Blackmagic Design links your Thunderbolt 3 computer to any of a variety of video components for capture, playback, or streaming. This portable unit captures up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 via single-link 12G-SDI or up to DCI 4K30 4:2:2 video via HDMI. Record 12-bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) footage at rates up to DCI 4K30 and 8-/10-bit video at rates up to DCI 4K60. A built-in LCD screen enables you to monitor your signal, and an SD card reader provides instant access to your SD media. The compact UltraStudio 4K Mini's Thunderbolt 3 interface offers lightning-fast connections and will trickle-charge a connected computer. Audio features include 16-channel SDI and 8-channel HDMI embedded input and output, a 3-pin XLR audio input, and a headphone output.
Versatile Compatibility
The UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 supports both compressed and uncompressed video, is Windows, macOS, and Linux compatible, and supports the most popular codecs. The UltraStudio 4K Mini also supports 3D capture and playback via HDMI, plus 3D SDI playback at rates up to DCI 4K30. The free version of DaVinci Resolve and the additional software are included via a QR code download. Power the UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 via its internal 100-240 VAC adapter.
Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity
Lightning-fast Thunderbolt 3 connection with 45W power out for charging a connected laptop.
Compact Design
Portable design with front-panel control buttons, LCD with video, audio, and status information, XLR mic input, and an SD card slot.
Supports up to DCI 4K60 Video
8/10/12-bit HDR capture and playback with multi-rate support from SD to DCI 4K60.
Supported Software
Including but not limited to:

 

  • 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
Included Software
MacOS and Windows
  • DaVinci Resolve, Media Express
  • Disk Speed Test, LiveKey
  • Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
  • Blackmagic driver
Linux
  • Media Express
  • Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
  • Blackmagic driver

Item Includes

  • Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 Capture & Playback Unit
  • QR Code for Software Download
  • Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Item Includes

System Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Video Inputs
1 x BNC (12G-SDI)
1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0b)
2 x Coax (Component)
Audio Inputs
1 x XLR 3-Pin
1 x 2RCA Stereo
Video Outputs
2 x BNC (12G-SDI) (Program)
1 x BNC (12G-SDI) (Loop Output)
1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0b)
2 x Coax (Component)
Audio Outputs
1 x 2RCA Stereo Female
1 x 1/4" TRS Female
Other I/O
1 x USB-C
1 x DE-9/DB-9 Control
Input Video Format
SDI (10-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 YUV)
DCI 4K up to 60 fps
SDI (12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 YUV)
DCI 4K up to 30 fps
UHD 4K up to 60 fps
DCI 2K up to 60 fps
DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps
1080p up to 60 fps
1080i up to 60 fps
720p up to 60 fps
480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps
576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
HDMI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0)
DCI 4K up to 60 fps
UHD 4K up to 60 fps
1080p up to 60 fps
1080i up to 60 fps
720p up to 60 fps
480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps
576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
Input Audio Format
Analog: 48 kHz
Output Video Format
SDI (10-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2)
DCI 4K up to 60 fps
SDI (12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2)
DCI 4K up to 30 fps
UHD 4K up to 60 fps
DCI 2K up to 60 fps
DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps
1080p up to 60 fps
1080i up to 60 fps
720p up to 60 fps
480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps
576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
HDMI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0)
DCI 4K up to 60 fps
UHD 4K up to 60 fps
1080p up to 60 fps
1080i up to 60 fps
720p up to 60 fps
480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps
576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
Output Audio Format
Analog: 48 kHz
Embedded Audio
SDI: 16-Channel
HDMI: 8-Channel
Standards
Video Standard Compliance
SMPTE 259M/274M/296M/424M/425M-A/425M-B/2048-1/ST-2036/ST-2081-10/ST-2082-10/ST-2108-1
HDR Compatibility
HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma
Hardware
Media Card Reader
1 x SD (Unspecified Type) (UHS-II [312 MB/s])
OS Compatibility
macOS 11.1 to 12.0 or Later
Windows 10 to 11 (64-Bit Only)
Linux
*As of December, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Power I/O
1 x USB-C Output
1 x Barrel Input
Power Consumption
Power Supply: 100 to 240 VAC (75.3 W)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
41 to 104°F / 5 to 40°C
Storage Temperature
-4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C
Operating Humidity
0 to 90% (Non-Condensing)
General
Certifications
FCC, ICES
Dimensions
7 x 1.8" / 17.8 x 4.6 cm
Weight
2.65 lb / 1.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.275 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.2 x 8.6 x 3.5"


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