Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder
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Not recommended as a solution for recording the live HDMI output of DSLR cameras.
The Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle Video Recorder records uncompressed 10-bit HD and SD video as QuickTime files from any SDI- or HDMI-enabled camcorder. The extremely compact recorder accepts a 2.5" SATA solid state drive (sold separately) for data storage. Simply by bypassing the camera's compression, this allows you to get the highest-quality output possible from camcorders that typically record video as highly compressed HDV, AVCHD, or another similar codec.
HyperDeck Shuttle is designed for those projects for which even high-bit-rate ProRes codecs are too compressed for your needs. Perhaps you're shooting on a green screen and you'll need to be able to pull the cleanest key possible in post, or you're capturing background plates for special effects. Whatever the application, capturing to a supremely portable device with interchangeable media (which, with each succeeding generation, will grow in capacity as prices drop) is about the most elegant solution imaginable for recording uncompressed 4:2:2 HD video.
The device features HDMI and SDI outputs for local playback from the device to an appropriate monitor on-set or in a screening room. HyperDeck shuttle features both a rechargeable internal Li-ion battery and a 12V DC power input that allows you to plug the device into a wall socket for continuous power.
Note! The HDMI output from DSLR cameras such as the Canon 5D/7D and Panasonic GH2 is intended for monitoring only, not for recording. An exception is the Nikon D800, which produces a clean HDMI output signal that is intended to be recorded by external devices. 2.5" SATA SSD drives are sold separately. Off-the-shelf SSDs can be used as long as they are fast enough for uncompressed 10-bit capture (158 megabytes/second is required for 10-bit uncompressed 1920 x 1080 @ 29.97fps).
- Go Anywhere, Record Everywhere
- With a compact and incredibly sturdy design, HyperDeck Shuttle is machined out of a solid block of aircraft grade aluminum. That means you get a design with the strength to go anywhere. Take your HyperDeck Shuttle into the field, on set, to live events, or even on your extreme sport shoots. With an internal battery, just recharge and go. The possibilities are virtually endless. There's no need to haul around a computer, because the lightweight HyperDeck Shuttle does it all – and yet fits easily in your backpack. You can even add HyperDeck Shuttle to your tripod along with your camera
- Solid State Disk (SSD) Technology
- The 2.5" solid state drive (SSD) slot in the HyperDeck Shuttle gives you blazing-fast speed, low power consumption and totally silent operation. Now you can eliminate complicated and expensive disk arrays. A single common SSD can record uncompressed video effortlessly. Removable cards simply cannot match that kind of performance. With no moving parts, SSDs are unbelievably robust and can easily handle shocks and vibrations that would destroy conventional hard drives or videotapes
- Perfect Quality
- Compression destroys image quality. Now you'll never need to compromise your quality or your creativity, because you can bypass the camera compression to get perfect uncompressed 10-bit SD/HD video. Create the sharpest VFX plates for match moving, compositing, and more, using affordable professional camcorders. Get deep dynamic color range for color correction and do perfect keying without jagged edges caused by compression, even on shots like hair and multi-colored patterns
- Connect to Professional or Consumer Cameras
- With SDI and HDMI inputs and outputs, HyperDeck Shuttle works with virtually every camera, deck, or monitor. Effortlessly plug into monitors or televisions for instant on-set preview. Use HyperDeck Shuttle as the video playback source for digital signage systems or switchers. Imagine using HyperDeck Shuttle connected to a live production switcher for recording events, and then using it for live playback. HyperDeck Shuttle is so small, you'll take it everywhere
- Unparalleled File Compatibility
- Why be locked to using just one NLE or color grading system with a proprietary codec that could become obsolete at any time? HyperDeck Shuttle captures universally compatible uncompressed QuickTime files that can be used with all popular software packages like Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Resolve, and Apple Color, both now and into the future. You're always free to use the editing, color correction, and finishing tools that you choose, and that are best for your clients and your jobs. That's a true open format
- Faster Cost-Effective Workflows
- HyperDeck Shuttle improves nearly every step of your production workflow pipeline. For quick on set QC or client preview, connect HyperDeck Shuttle to a projector or television via the HDMI or SDI outputs. You can even edit directly from the SSD with no digitizing or file copying. Simply plug the SSD into your laptop or desktop via a standard eSATA dock. Motion graphic artists can line up VFX plates in full 10-bit uncompressed quality, right on location. SSDs are not much bigger than a credit card, so they can be sent anywhere in a simple overnight shipping envelope
- Familiar VTR Feel
- HyperDeck Shuttle has standard deck-style function buttons, clearly marked and easily accessible along one side, as well as LEDs that indicate input signal lock, recording status, and battery status. With the affordable HyperDeck Shuttle you won't be tying up your expensive VTRs, but you'll still be in familiar operating territory. There are seven buttons for local control of the device: Record, Stop, Next Clip, Previous Clip, Play, Display (which activates display mode), and Power. In addition, there are LED indicators for Video (showing a valid video input is present), SSD (showing reads and writes), and for Battery Level (showing four levels of the internal battery)
Go To
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Video Inputs |
1x HD/SD-SDI (10-bit) via DIN 1.0/2.3 connector 1x HDMI 1.3 type A connector |
| Video Outputs |
1x HD/SD-SDI (10-bit) via DIN 1.0/2.3 connector 1x HDMI 1.3 type A connector |
| Audio Inputs |
SDI: 16 channels embedded in SD and HD HDMI: 8 channels embedded in SD and HD |
| Audio Outputs |
SDI: 16 channels embedded in SD and HD HDMI: 2 channels embedded in SD and HD |
| SSD Interface | 1x 2.5" SATA 3Gb/s |
| Computer Interface | 1x Mini-B type USB 2.0 connector for initial setup, firmware updates, and HyperDeck Utility software control |
| Controls | 7 buttons for local control of HyperDeck Shuttle, or use USB 2.0 high-speed interface |
| Configuration | Use USB 2.0 high speed interface |
| Standards | |
|---|---|
| SD Format Support |
625/25 PAL and 525/29.97 NTSC 480p60 and 576p50 via HDMI only |
| HD Format Support | 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, and 1080p30 |
| SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M |
| SDI Metadata Support | HD RP188 and closed captioning |
| Video Sampling | 4:2:2 |
| Audio Sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24-bit |
| Color Precision | 10-bit |
| Color Space | REC 601, REC 709 |
| Multiple Rate Support | SDI and HDMI switches between 270 Mb/s SD-SDI and 1.5 Gb/s HD-SDI |
| Extras | |
|---|---|
| Battery | Rechargeable built-in lithium-ion polymer battery |
| Hard Disk Space | 12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters for all countries |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
62%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (10)
- Sleek design (9)
- Easy to set up (6)
- Reliable (3)
Cons
- Difficult to set up (3)
Best Uses
- Television (5)
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- Power user (13)
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Things You Need to Know Before You Buy
This is a great product for the price, but there are a few things you need to know up front which I didn't before I purchased this recorder. First of all you need to ...Read complete review
This is a great product for the price, but there are a few things you need to know up front which I didn't before I purchased this recorder. First of all you need to research which off the shelf SSD drive you can use. The certified drives BlackMagic suggest in their manual only go up to 256GB. That's only 25 minutes of record time. I purchased a Crucial m4 512GB which is an improvement of their C300 SSD drives which are certified by BlackMagic. BlackMagic hasn't yet certified my SSD but I assume if it's an upgrade to the one they did certify I should be ok. Next thing is the SDI connectors are DIN 1.0/2.3, so if you are like me (and I'm using this with a SONY PMW F3, you will need a cable that has DIN on one end and the normal BNC on the other (and these are not regularly stocked items as of this review). The third thing is (and this may be reflective of many of the SSD recorders) this has not erase last clip function. So you will want to make sure you rehearse before you hit record. There is also no casing options yet so good luck with mounting it to your camera or tripod. The "DISP" button is not yet functional, but BlackMagic's website says it will become operational in a free firmware update later. The manual does not state what it will do though, so who knows if this is something to look forward to or not. All that being said, for under $400 it is hard to beat uncompressed 10bit 4:2:2 recording. But DO YOUR HOMEWORK first! It is not a good feeling to get a product as realize you don't have the connections, etc to make it work.
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Rushed to market...
I would not recommend to a friend YET. I think they are working out the bugs and by NAB 2012 it may be ready. For the most part I do like the device, but...Read complete review
I would not recommend to a friend YET. I think they are working out the bugs and by NAB 2012 it may be ready. For the most part I do like the device, but as it is, it's only going to work for the few people that need Uncompressed only and have the $$$ to buy lots of big SSDs. I personally don't want to capture uncompressed HD all time and would like to see a ProRes HQ recored option. Uncompressed on a 256GB SSD is only 25min.
The unit is much bigger than I expected and has no mounting holes. You must purchase a $$$ add-on to get mounting holes??? I also don't like the choice to use DIN1.0/2.3 connectors for the HD-SDI. They look and feel fragile and just don't have the positive connected feel of a BNC There looks to be plenty of room on the device for BNC too.
I also found my self wishing there was a way to delete clips on the device to reclaim space and playback of clips on set proved to be a problem. We could only get playback to work on ONE of our HD-SDI monitors, on the rest of them, the picture just rolled out of sync.
I think the unit has potential, but is not ready for prime time.
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Pros
- Great idea and concept
Cons
- Limited in value
- Lots of hidden gotchas
- Need extra SSD's
- Needs addtional software
- Need to buy an HDD dock
- No AVCHD recording
- No firewire connection
- Not enough disk space
- Short battery life
Best Uses
- Green screen shoot
- Studio shoot
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Hello I recently bought the Hyperdeck shuttle to use as a field recorder for my Sony V1 camera - unfortunately whilst the conceptof the shuttleis good - itis a seriously limited device that really has a sole purpose of shooting short clips of uncompressed video in a studio for special post-production effects (e.g, compositing) other than that use it is going to be handicapped by a number of incomprehensible limitations:The design and concept is really cool and I am enjoying using it where possible - however the recording space on the SSD disks is limited due to the large file sizes of video shot - even using the DNxHD codec I am not even getting an hour of recording on a 120 Gb drive.SSD's are expensive so it is not economically viuable to carry 10 of these into the field - so tapes are more practical. I ownder how feasible it would be for BM to release a patch that would allow for AVCHD (or similar) recording - even something a bit more compressed like HDV would allow for longer recording times on the SSD drives.So currently unless you have a large number of SSD's the device is limited in a uncontrolled environment. Even with a large number of SSD's transferring 120GB of data from each tape to an editing bay would be time consuming and edit drives will fill up very quickly.Why SDI? None of the cameras in the Hyperdeck promotional images on the BM website even come with SDI connectors - but a number of them would have firewire - what is wrong with firewire? File system compatibility for Windows users - BM should license the Apple file system software convertor for Win7 from Media4 and package it with the product.After spending $ on the device it is just plain annoying to find out that you have to buy additional software in order to to make the device usable with Win7 This does not make for happy clients. Especially since this 'feature' is not advertised on the box. So how cost effective is this device - well...after buying the shuttle - you still need buy the SS disks (a single 120 Gb SSD goes for approx $) Then Windows users need the Win 7 file system software. FInally a 2.5" docking station is requird to transfer the files from the SSD's to the edit bay - preferably a USB 3 compatible docking station. So suddenly the perceived cost benefits of the Hyperdeck shuttle are all negated and the buyer starts to think they would have been better served buying a Sony / Maxell field recorder instead as there are no hidden costs and the final price would have been better and the buyer would have a lot more recording capacity. And lastly another $ for the mounting plate - a flat piece of steel with a few holes drilled in it. Surely BM is not that desperate for revenue that this has to be sold seperately?Apparently they are. So ...The concept of the device is great and the potential value and possible use-cases could be endless - however BM have severly compromised the effectiveness of this product with (space hungry recording formats) and all the well hidden additional requirements and extra costs.The overall experience leaves a slightly bitter taste in the mouth of the client as the usefulness of the device diminishes.Unless the shuttle is aimed specificaly at users of larger more broadcast level camera's and specifically for studio use (green screen shoots) it is a fairly limited device and in hindsight not suited to many outside shoot environments nor is it a serious contender to more effective field recorders available. I was a big fan of the BM product set - but this philosophy of all the addtional extras required just to get the product to work (especially for Windows users) means I am going to be a lot more wary of BM products and their inherent limitations going forward and will likely buy similar products from other vendors rather than from BM. RegardsNeil
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Sleek Design
Cons
- Difficult To Use
Best Uses
- Movies
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
This device doesn't have a way to record compressed footage. In order to get 1hr of footage you have to buy a HUGE SSD. In turn you have to fork out a lot of money for a large ssd. Also USB port is only for firmware updates. You CANNOT read your ssd from this device. No BNC input either, only DIN.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
- Difficult To Use
- Not for Field Production
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Blackmagic and B&H misrepresent the BNC connectors in their diagrams of these units. You need to purchase additional BNC adapter cables that are fragile and don't last. There is only one record quality which is at about a Gig per minute leaving you with another purchase of [$] to record one hour of HD/SDI.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
We currently use a big bulky device to stream SDI data to our devices. This is not piratical when traveling. Using the HyperDeck instead makes carrying and SDI player a lot easier. Plus this device has HDMI output as well as SDI which means I do not have to carry a SDI to HDMI converter.
For the price, it is very attractive.
The only issue I have is that I currently use the BlackMagic Decklink card which stores video as uncompressed AVI. Now the Hyperdeck supports uncompressed QuickTime.
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Capacity
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Awesome for my green screen!
After buying this and the recommended SSD OCZ - 240GB Vertex 3 SATA III 2.5" Solid State Drive and the Newer Technology and the Voyager Q Quad Interface Dock for 2.5" and 3.5" Serial ATA Drives as recommended by B and H this little guy RUNS FAST!
I did - however - had to buy a PCI Card for ESATA II connection from a B and H competitor considering B and H at the time did not have a pci card made by Newer Technology. BUT NOW THEY DO!
After hooking all the equipment up, I used my Disk Speed Test from BlackMagic. Just from one drive running through ESATA gave me 201 Write Speed and 221 read speed. This is all I need for my Uncompressed 10bit 4:2:2.
Now they offer a newer version - HyperDeck Shuttle 2 - with AVID's DNxHD Codec. Well considering I was an FCP user, but recently bought Avid, this is AWESOME NEWS! I guess I'm going to own two Hyper Deck Shuttles now. Why? If I was to transcode my footage to DNxHD, this would be an overnight process. Now I can record longer times, hook my drive in, and edit immediately!
Man! - gotta love modern times!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Capacity
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Been testing on a JVC GY-HD251.Camera,Using SDI works great,uncompressed.Is the only way to go.
- Was this a gift?:
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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JVC.GY-HD250.with a Hyperdeck shuttle.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Used in conjunction with the new mounting plate on the Sony F3 with S-Log.
Works like a charm. I have this device set up with Thunder Bolt which allows me to edit footage in uncompressed if I want. Images are stunning.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Sleek Design
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
A nightmare to install, and still does not work. BMD is worthless for support, their tech knows less than me about the device. Their solution is to send it to them so they can look at it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Sleek Design
- The price is great
Cons
- DIN1023 instead on BNC
- No clip delete
- No mounting holes
- Uncompressed ONLY
- Unreliable playback
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
I would not recommend to a friend YET. I think they are working out the bugs and by NAB 2012 it may be ready. For the most part I do like the device, but as it is, it's only going to work for the few people that need Uncompressed only and have the $$$ to buy lots of big SSDs. I personally don't want to capture uncompressed HD all time and would like to see a ProRes HQ recored option. Uncompressed on a 256GB SSD is only 25min.
The unit is much bigger than I expected and has no mounting holes. You must purchase a $$$ add-on to get mounting holes??? I also don't like the choice to use DIN1.0/2.3 connectors for the HD-SDI. They look and feel fragile and just don't have the positive connected feel of a BNC There looks to be plenty of room on the device for BNC too.
I also found my self wishing there was a way to delete clips on the device to reclaim space and playback of clips on set proved to be a problem. We could only get playback to work on ONE of our HD-SDI monitors, on the rest of them, the picture just rolled out of sync.
I think the unit has potential, but is not ready for prime time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Record Live Video
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Affordable
- Easy To Use
- Sleek Design
Cons
- No mounting options
Best Uses
- Pro
- Semi pro
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Easy to setup. Build quality is perfect. Only downside is there is no way to mount it to your rig.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
- No mounting options
Best Uses
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Have done some basic testing and the images are excellent. Naturally the file sizes are very large, but I see this as a useful recorder for TVC or green/blue screen type work. I found that I could turn on maximum knee and maximum stretch functions on the camera and no artifacts are recorded. The only annoying aspect is that at the time of this writing there do not appear to be any commercially available mounting options. But certainly a good addition to any kit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Office
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
Much better than AVCHD recording but not for use with DSLRs. SSDs are not cheap at time of review. Research your camera's abilities and price SSDs before you purchase. Also watch for firmware updates for all devices you plan to utilize with this purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Low Price
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
Best Uses
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle SSD Field Recorder:
This is a great product for the price, but there are a few things you need to know up front which I didn't before I purchased this recorder. First of all you need to research which off the shelf SSD drive you can use. The certified drives BlackMagic suggest in their manual only go up to 256GB. That's only 25 minutes of record time. I purchased a Crucial m4 512GB which is an improvement of their C300 SSD drives which are certified by BlackMagic. BlackMagic hasn't yet certified my SSD but I assume if it's an upgrade to the one they did certify I should be ok. Next thing is the SDI connectors are DIN 1.0/2.3, so if you are like me (and I'm using this with a SONY PMW F3, you will need a cable that has DIN on one end and the normal BNC on the other (and these are not regularly stocked items as of this review). The third thing is (and this may be reflective of many of the SSD recorders) this has not erase last clip function. So you will want to make sure you rehearse before you hit record. There is also no casing options yet so good luck with mounting it to your camera or tripod. The "DISP" button is not yet functional, but BlackMagic's website says it will become operational in a free firmware update later. The manual does not state what it will do though, so who knows if this is something to look forward to or not. All that being said, for under $400 it is hard to beat uncompressed 10bit 4:2:2 recording. But DO YOUR HOMEWORK first! It is not a good feeling to get a product as realize you don't have the connections, etc to make it work.
- Was this a gift?:
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