Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 – Capture and Playback Card

2,962.00 Excl. VAT

  • 8K PCIe Capture & Playback Card
  • Supports SD, HD, UHD, 4K & 8K Formats
  • 4 x Bidirectional 12G-SDI Ports
  • HDMI 2.1 Input & Output
  • 4:2:2/4:4:4. 2D/3D Switchable
  • RS-422 Deck Control
  • HD & 4K at up to 120 fps
  • 64 Channels Embedded in 4K/8K via SDI
  • Compatible with macOS, Windows & Linux

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Description

A Pro-level 8K Digital Cinema Capture and Playback Card

DeckLink 8K Pro G2 includes four bi-directional 12G-SDI plus HDMI 2.1 connections to support all SD, HD, Ultra HD, 4K and 8K standards, making it the ultimate professional 8K PCIe capture and playback card for designed for feature film production. You can also use the free DeckLink SDK to configure up to 4 video streams in any direction, format or frame rate up to 4K DCI 60p, for true multi channel capture and playback. DeckLink 8K Pro G2 supports 8 and 10-bit YUV 4:2:2, as well as 10 and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 with full Rec. 2020 color. In addition, you can work at up to 120 frames per second in HD and 4K, and up to 60 frames per second in 8K. The four 12G-SDI connections support up to 64 channels of embedded audio. DeckLink 8K Pro G2 is perfect for the next generation of high resolution, high frame rate and high dynamic range workflows!

Jam-packed with powerful connectivity

Equipped with four bidirectional 12G-SDI connections, along with one bidirectional HDMI 2.1 connection each, DeckLink 8K Pro G2 flaunts enough connectivity to accommodate multichannel and high-resolution video workflows. You get support for the gamut of SD, HD, Ultra HD, 4K DCI, 8K, and 8K DCI formats, and you can use the free DeckLink SDK to configure up to four video streams in any direction, format, or frame rate up to 4K DCI 60p for true multichannel capture and playback. You also get support for 8- and 10-bit YUV 4:2:2, along with 10- and 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 with full Rec. 2020 color. Moreover, DeckLink 8K Pro G2 enables you to work at up to 120 frames per second in HD and 4K and up to 60 frames per second in 8K. Finally, DeckLink 8K Pro G2’s four 12G-SDI connections support up to 64 channels of embedded audio in 4K and 8K via SDI.

Broad-gauge software compatibility

Blackmagic Design DeckLink 8K Pro G2 works seamlessly with more editing, design, and video software applications than pretty much any other capture card out there. Furthermore, it’s also compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, so it supports a massive breadth of computer hardware. Editors can get up and running with DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Media Composer, or Premiere Pro; VFX artists can create stunning visual effects with Fusion, After Effects, or Photoshop. You can use DeckLink 8K Pro G2 to perform unparalleled color correction using DaVinci Resolve or dive into audio production with Pro Tools. No matter the job, it’s a sure bet that DeckLink 8K Pro G2 will be able to tackle it with impressive results.

Additional information
Weight 0.46 kg
Dimensions 26.42 × 13.46 × 3.05 cm
Connections

SDI Video Inputs
4 x bi-directional 12G‑SDI

Supports SD/HD/2K/4K/8K, single, dual link and quad link 4:2:2/4:4:4. 2D/3D switchable.

SDI Video Outputs
4 x bi-directional 12G‑SDI

Supports SD/HD/2K/4K/8K, single, dual link and quad link 4:2:2/4:4:4. 2D/3D switchable.

SDI Audio Inputs
16 Channels embedded in SD/HD/2K.

64 Channels embedded in 4K/8K.

SDI Audio Outputs
16 Channels embedded in SD/HD/2K.

64 Channels embedded in 4K/8K.

HDMI Video Inputs
1 x HDMI 2.1

HDMI Video Outputs
1 x HDMI 2.1

HDMI Audio Inputs
8 Channels embedded in TMDS.

32 Channels embedded in FRL.

HDMI Audio Outputs
8 Channels embedded in TMDS.

32 Channels embedded in FRL.

Sync Input
Tri-Sync or Black Burst.

Remote Control
1 x RS‑422 Out

Computer Interface
PCI Express 8 lane generation 3, compatible with 8 and 16 lane PCI Express slots.

Supported Codecs

AVC-Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV‑NTSC, DV‑PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, DNxHR and DNxHD, Apple ProRes 4444, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, Uncompressed 8‑bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10‑bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10‑bit 4:4:4.

SDI Video Standards

SD Video Standards
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD Video Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p47.95, 1080p48, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080p95.90, 1080p96, 1080p100, 1080p119.88, 1080p120
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30

2K Video Standards
2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI, 2Kp29.97 DCI, 2Kp30 DCI, 2Kp47.95 DCI, 2Kp48 DCI, 2Kp50 DCI, 2Kp59.94 DCI, 2Kp60 DCI, 2Kp95.90 DCI, 2Kp96 DCI, 2Kp100 DCI, 2Kp119.88 DCI, 2Kp120 DCI
2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI, 2KPsF29.97 DCI, 2KPsF30 DCI

Ultra HD Video Standards
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p47.95, 2160p48, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60, 2160p95.90, 2160p96, 2160p100, 2160p119.88, 2160p120

4K Video Standards
4Kp23.98 DCI, 4Kp24 DCI, 4Kp25 DCI, 4Kp29.97 DCI, 4Kp30 DCI, 4Kp47.95 DCI, 4Kp48 DCI, 4Kp50 DCI, 4Kp59.94 DCI, 4Kp60 DCI, 4Kp95.90 DCI, 4Kp96 DCI, 4Kp100 DCI, 4Kp119.88 DCI, 4Kp120 DCI

8K Video Standards
4320p23.98, 4320p24, 4320p25, 4320p29.97, 4320p30, 4320p47.95, 4320p48, 4320p50, 4320p59.94, 4320p60

8K DCI Video Standards
8Kp23.98 DCI, 8Kp24 DCI, 8Kp25 DCI, 8Kp29.97 DCI, 8Kp30 DCI, 8Kp47.95 DCI, 8Kp48 DCI, 8Kp50 DCI, 8Kp59.94 DCI, 8Kp60 DCI

3D SDI Video Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p47.95, 1080p48, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080p95.90, 1080p96, 1080p100, 1080p119.88, 1080p120
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI, 2Kp29.97 DCI, 2Kp30 DCI, 2Kp47.95 DCI, 2Kp48 DCI, 2Kp50 DCI , 2Kp59.94 DCI, 2Kp60 DCI, 2Kp95.90 DCI, 2Kp96 DCI, 2Kp100 DCI, 2Kp119.88 DCI, 2Kp120 DCI
2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI, 2KPsF29.97 DCI, 2KPsF30 DCI
4Kp23.98 DCI, 4Kp24 DCI, 4Kp25 DCI, 4Kp29.97 DCI, 4Kp30 DCI, 4Kp47.95 DCI, 4Kp48 DCI, 4Kp50 DCI, 4Kp59.94 DCI, 4Kp60 DCI, 4Kp95.90 DCI, 4Kp96 DCI, 4Kp100 DCI, 4Kp119.88 DCI, 4Kp120 DCI
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p47.95, 2160p48, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60, 2160p95.90, 2160p96, 2160p100, 2160p119.88, 2160p120

SDI Compliance
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B, SMPTE 2036‑1, SMPTE 2048‑1, SMPTE 2081‑10, SMPTE 2081‑11, SMPTE 2081‑12, SMPTE 2082‑10, SMPTE 2082‑11, SMPTE 2082‑12 and SMPTE ST2108‑1

SDI Metadata Support
RP 188/SMPTE 12M-2 and closed captioning.

Audio Sampling
Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz at 24‑bit.

SDI Video Sampling
4:2:2, 4:4:4

SDI Color Precision
8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 in all modes up to 8Kp30 DCI, and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all modes.

Color Space
REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020.

HDR Support
HDR static metadata packing, HLG and PQ transfer characteristics.

Multiple Rate Support
SDI video connections are switchable between SD/HD/2K/4K and 8K.

HDMI 2.1 Video Standards

SD Video Standards
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD Video Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p47.95, 1080p48, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080p95, 1080p96, 1080p100, 1080p119, 1080p120
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60

Ultra HD Video Standards
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p47.95, 2160p48 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60, 2160p95, 2160p96, 2160p100*, 2160p119*, 2160p120*

4K Video Standards
4Kp23.98 DCI, 4Kp24 DCI, 4Kp25 DCI, 4Kp29.97 DCI, 4Kp30 DCI, 4Kp47.95 DCI, 4Kp48 DCI, 4Kp50 DCI, 4Kp59.94 DCI, 4Kp60 DCI, 4Kp95 DCI, 4Kp96 DCI, 4Kp100 DCI*, 4Kp119 DCI*, 4Kp120 DCI*

8K Video Standards
4320p23.98, 4320p24, 4320p25, 4320p29.97, 4320p30, 4320p47.95, 4320p48, 4320p50*, 4320p59.94*, 4320p60*

8K DCI Video Standards
8Kp23.98 DCI, 8Kp24 DCI, 8Kp25 DCI, 8Kp29.97 DCI, 8Kp30 DCI, 8Kp47.95 DCI, 8Kp48 DCI, 8Kp50 DCI*, 8Kp59.94 DCI*, 8Kp60 DCI*

*Uncompressed only

HDMI Audio Sampling
Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24‑bit.

HDMI Video Sampling
4:2:2, 4:4:4 and 4:2:0*

HDMI Color Precision
8, 10 and 12-bit*

*supported video sampling and colour precision are dependent on connected HDMI device capabilities, video resolution and frame rate.

HDMI Color Space
REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020.

HDR Support
Dolby Vision (up to Ultra HD and 4K DCI 60p), HDR static metadata packing, HLG and PQ transfer characteristics.

HDMI Configuration
HDMI 2.1 supports Deep Color and HDR. Automatically configures to connected display.

Multiple Rate Support
HDMI video connections are switchable between SD/HD/UHD and 4K.

Copy Protection
HDMI input is unable to capture from copy protected HDMI sources. Always confirm copyright ownership before capture or distribution of content.

Processing

Colorspace Conversion
Hardware based real time on output.

3D Processing
Left eye/right eye dual stream capture and playback (SDI only).

Real Time Effects
DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro internal effects. Adobe Premiere Pro CC Mercury Playback Engine effects. Avid Media Composer internal effects.