Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card

The DeckLink 8K Pro G2 capture and playback card is designed for film production and broadcast environments, providing you with consistent performance and comprehensive support for SD, HD, Ultra HD, 4K, and 8K formats through multiple SDI ports and high-speed PCIe connectivity. It is an ideal choice among reliable electronic devices for video professionals.

Features of the DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card

• Four bi-directional 12G-SDI ports on the rear panel for capturing and playing back professional-quality video within advanced electronic workflows.
• Supports 8K resolution at up to 60 frames per second, with higher rates of up to 120 frames per second in HD and 4K for smooth motion capture.
• High color accuracy with support for 8 and 10-bit YUV 4:2:2, and 10 and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 with Rec. 2020 color space support.
• Embedded audio channels via SDI up to 64 channels in 4K and 8K, suitable for studios relying on professional audio and video electronics.
• PCIe card design with a heat sink and visible cooling fan in the image to maintain stability during long operation.

Specifications of the DeckLink 8K Pro G2 Capture Card

• Product Type: 8K capture and playback card via PCIe.
• Computer Interface: PCI Express 8-lane Gen 3, compatible with 8 and 16-lane PCIe slots to ensure fast data transfer.
• SDI Video Inputs and Outputs: 4 bi-directional 12G-SDI ports, supporting SD, HD, 2K, 4K, and 8K, with single link, dual link, and quad link support, along with 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 modes in both 2D and 3D.
• Audio via SDI: 16-channel embedded audio in SD, HD, and 2K, and 64 embedded channels in 4K and 8K.
• Audio via HDMI: 8-channel audio embedding in TMDS and 32 channels in FRL.
• HDMI: HDMI 2.1 input and output for connecting modern displays and sources.
• Sync Input: Tri-Sync or Black Burst for synchronizing video signals within broadcast systems.
• Remote Control: RS-422 Out for controlling compatible devices in studio environments.
• Supported Video Standards: A wide range of SD, HD, 2K, Ultra HD, 4K, and 8K including 8K DCI according to the supported standards lists.
• Compliance and Metadata: Support for multiple SMPTE standards and support for RP 188, SMPTE 12M-2, and closed captioning.
• Supported Codecs: DNxHR, DNxHD, Apple ProRes at multiple levels, AVCHD, XDCAM, DPX, and more, in addition to Uncompressed 8-bit and 10-bit 4:2:2 and Uncompressed 10-bit 4:4:4.
• Included Software: DaVinci Resolve, Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, and Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility tools, along with drivers for Mac, Windows, and Linux systems.
• Firmware Updates: Via drivers with the option to load at system startup or through the update tool.
• Color Space: Support for Rec. 2020 for accurate color output within electronic projects and professional production electronics.