Blackmagic Design DeckLink Mini Recorder HD – High-Quality HDMI and SDI Video Capture

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Mini Recorder HD brings broadcast-quality video capture to your PCIe computer, making it the ideal choice for professionals who demand superior performance. Equipped with both 3G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 inputs, this versatile capture card can record in a range of formats, including SD, HD up to 1080p60, and 2Kp60 DCI. Compatible with a vast array of SD and HD equipment, as well as popular software like DaVinci Resolve, this device ensures seamless integration into any production environment.

With its robust technical specifications, the DeckLink Mini Recorder HD supports numerous SDI and HDMI video standards, from 525i59.94 NTSC to 2K DCI. The card also features comprehensive audio capabilities, with up to 16 channels of embedded audio in SD/HD formats. Installation is a breeze, thanks to its PCI Express 1 lane generation 2 interface, which is compatible with various PCI Express slots on Mac OS, Windows, and Linux systems. Plus, the package includes essential software like Media Express and Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, enabling you to get started right away.

Not only does the DeckLink Mini Recorder HD deliver impeccable video and audio quality, but it also offers real-time colorspace conversion and hardware frame buffering. These features ensure that your captured content maintains the highest levels of accuracy and fidelity. Whether you're working on live broadcasts, video editing, or post-production, this capture card is designed to meet and exceed your expectations.

Key Features

• Broadcast-quality HDMI and SDI video capture
• Records SD, HD up to 1080p60, and 2Kp60 DCI formats
• Compatible with popular video software like DaVinci Resolve
• 3G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 inputs
• Up to 16 channels of embedded SDI audio
• Easy installation via PCI Express 1 lane generation 2
• Includes essential software for immediate use

Specifications

• SDI Video Input: 1 x 10-bit SD/HD switchable
• SDI Rates: 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G
• SDI Audio Input: 16 channels embedded in SD/HD
• HDMI Video Input: 1 x HDMI 2.0 type A connector
• HDMI Audio Input: 8 channels embedded in SD/HD
• Computer Interface: PCI Express 1 lane generation 2
• 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 4444, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, 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 Blackmagic driver on Mac OS and Windows; Media Express, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility and Blackmagic driver on Linux
• Internal Software Upgrade: Firmware built into software driver, loaded at system start or via updater software
• Physical Installation: PCI Express 1 lane generation 2, compatible with 1, 4, 8, and 16 lane PCI Express slots on Mac OS, Windows, and Linux (Mac systems require a Mac Pro computer with PCI Express slots)
• Software Applications: Wirecast, vMix, OBS, and more
• SDI Video Standards: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI, 2Kp29.97 DCI, 2Kp30 DCI, 2Kp50 DCI, 2Kp59.94 DCI, 2Kp60 DCI, 2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI, 2KPsF29.97 DCI, 2KPsF30 DCI
• SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, and SMPTE 425M A/B
• SDI Metadata Support: RP 188/SMPTE 12M-2 and closed captioning
• SDI Audio Sampling: 48 kHz and 24-bit
• SDI Video Sampling: 4:2:2, 4:4:4
• SDI Color Precision: 8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 up to 1080p30, and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all standards
• SDI Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020
• Multiple Rate Support: SDI video connection switchable between SD and HD
• HDMI Video Standards: SDI Video Standards: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
• HDMI Audio Sampling: 48 kHz and 24-bit
• HDMI Video Sampling: 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
• HDMI Color Precision: 8-bit RGB 4:4:4, 8-bit YUV 4:4:4, 12-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all standards
• HDMI Configuration: HDMI 2.0 supports Deep Color
• HDMI Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020
• Multiple Rate Support: HDMI video connection switchable between SD and HD
• Copy Protection: HDMI input unable to capture from copy-protected HDMI sources. Confirm copyright ownership before capture or distribution
• Hardware Frame Buffer: v210 (10 bit YUV), 2vuy (8 bit YUV), ARGB, BGRA (8 bit RGB), r210 (10 bit RGB), R12B, R12L (12 bit RGB)
• Colorspace Conversion: Hardware-based real-time
• Operating Systems: Mac 11.1 Big Sur, Mac 12.0 Monterey or later; Windows 10, 64-bit; Windows 11; Linux
• Power Consumption: 3 Watts
• Operating Temperature: 5° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
• Storage Temperature: -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F)
• Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing

Package Contents

• DeckLink Mini Recorder HD
• Low-profile slot bracket
• 12-Month Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty