Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck
Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio is a single-rack-unit, VTR-like device that has dual slots for 2.5" SATA solid state disks (SSDs). HyperDeck Studio captures and plays back uncompressed 10-bit SD and HD QuickTime files, making it a versatile piece of gear that could land a starring role in workflows ranging from production to playout.
The promise of recording uncompressed 10-bit HD QuickTime files via HDMI or HD-SDI to portable, hot-swappable, relatively affordable media is probably quite apparent already. Suddenly, capturing clean, uncompressed VFX shots in the studio is within the reach of the independent auteur with a compact professional camcorder – so long as it has an HD-SDI or HDMI output, as almost all of them do.
Then, while the shooting continues, that SSD drive can be pulled and instantly mounted to any laptop with a standard eSATA dock, for immediate, direct access to the footage. Open your effects program and try to pull a key before copying any files; if the shot didn't work, you'll know right away, while the actors are still standing in front of the green screen. Moreover, instant client preview is as easy as connecting HyperDeck Studio to an HDMI- or SDI-enabled projector. With hot-swapping and relay recording between the two SSD drives, there are no temporal constraints on your workflow.
HyperDeck Studio's utility extends much further than the soundstage, of course. With familiar VTR-style controls including a jog/shuttle wheel, an RS-422 deck control input, a sync input for blackburst & tri-sync, and an LCD screen for local monitoring of video, audio & time code, the deck is ready to be fully integrated into a facility's video infrastructure, for playing out to air or feeding a switcher for live events.
Note! The HDMI output from DSLR cameras such as the Canon 5D/7D and Panasonic GH2 is intended for monitoring only, not for recording. 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).
- Solid State Disk (SSD) Technology
- The two hot-swappable 2.5" solid state drive (SSD) slots in HyperDeck Studio give 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 Anything
- With SD/HD-SDI and HDMI inputs and outputs, HyperDeck Studio works with virtually every camera, deck, and monitor. Effortlessly plug into monitors or televisions for instant on-set preview. Use HyperDeck Studio as the video playback source for digital signage systems or switchers and as a fantastic replacement for a broadcast deck. Chain several units together via the SD/HD-SDI loop to record multiple copies simultaneously. HyperDeck Studio also comes standard with a USB connection for firmware updates and settings
- Open File Format
- Why be locked to using just one NLE or color grading system with a proprietary codec that could become obsolete at any time? HyperDeck Studio 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 Studio improves nearly every step of your production workflow pipeline. For quick on set QC or client preview, connect HyperDeck Studio 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
- Record Forever
- HyperDeck Studio uses two hot-swappable SSDs for perpetual recording, letting you record virtually forever. If you run out of space on one disk, it automatically switches to the second disk with no manual intervention required. The first drive can then be conveniently replaced while recording, ready to take over again when the second disk is full. You can "hot-plug" disks at any time without fear of lost media. For ultimate peace of mind, reliable frame-by-frame autosave ensures you won't lose media, even if an active drive is accidentally pulled while recording
- Familiar VTR-Style Design
- HyperDeck Studio is a tape deck for the 21st Century. You get a user-friendly VTR-style design with function control, a knob for jog and shuttle, plus an external RS-422 control. The high-resolution LCD screen displays time code and transport information, plus a full color thumbnail preview of the current clip in record and playback. That's perfect for broadcast, post-production, live production, and more. HyperDeck Studio is extremely affordable, so you'll never be caught waiting to use an expensive broadcast deck again. Controls include Record, Play, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Next Clip, Previous Clip, Remote, Jog Shuttle, and Input Check
- Space-Efficient Design
- At a single rack unit and less than 4" deep, the HyperDeck Studio has a beautiful and solid design with an integrated LCD for playback status and video preview. Beautiful crystal-look buttons give you full transport control. The streamlined HyperDeck Studio fits easily into an outside broadcast van or master control room. It's perfect for on-set recording and viewing of dailies, as a video server, or for replays at live events. You can swap and change SSDs for playback of a massive library of clips and video. HyperDeck Studio is low power and operates totally silently
- Reliable Time Code with Options
- You can rely on HyperDeck Studio to capture with frame-accurate time code. Enjoy the ultimate in flexibility with real time code options, virtually the same as you remember from broadcast decks. You get support for preset time code, regenerate time code from the last recorded clip, or SDI time code, all of which can be set via the included HyperDeck Utility. HyperDeck Studio even includes capture of metadata for integration with NLE software
- Shock-Resistant Up to 1500 G's
- With no moving parts, SSDs are unbelievably robust and can easily handle shocks and vibrations that would destroy conventional hard drives or videotapes. SSDs are shock-resistant up to an amazing 1500 G's. That's like driving a car into a wall at 185 mph
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| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Video Inputs |
3G/HD/SD-SDI x1, 10-bit HDMI 1.3 x1, type A connector |
| Video Outputs |
3G/HD/SD-SDI x2, 10-bit 3G/HD/SD-SDI x1, 10-bit loop out 3G/HD/SD-SDI x1, 10-bit monitor out HDMI 1.3 x1, 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 | 2.5" SATA 3 Gb/s x2 |
| Computer Interface | Mini-B type USB 2.0 connector x2, for initial setup, firmware updates, and HyperDeck Utility software control |
| Sync Input | Blackburst or Tri-Sync |
| Device Control | Sony-compatible RS-422 deck control port |
| Controls | 12 buttons and jog wheel for local control of HyperDeck Studio, or use RJ-45 Ethernet or 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 | |
|---|---|
| Displays | Built-in LCD for video, audio, and timecode monitoring |
| Hard Disk Space | 12V universal power supply included with international socket adapters for all countries |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
83%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (5)
- Reliable (5)
- Sleek design (5)
- Easy to set up (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Television (4)
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- Was this a gift?:
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Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck:
This thing will not play back audio from pre-produced uncompressed 10-bit files, using blackmagic's codec. After calls with tech support they came to the conclusion "I don't know why it won't work." I will be returning this deck.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
- Value for money
Cons
- Not all features availabl
Best Uses
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck:
Recording live video mix at events. Saves hours in post. Unfortunately this product is not completely developed yet. The ciurrent features are excellent and already worth the money but having control through the LAN port would put it in a differrent class. Using this with a Macbook Pro on location and dont have the ability (or budget) for RS422 controllers. Would love to have instant replay (Say last minute) as well as slowmo. The latest software seems to be much better when the picture is paused and using the jog weel. Would like to see more clarity from BMD on the future of this product and when to exect all the buttons to work ;-).
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Office
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck:
It is amazing that so much can fit into such a small space. I bought two of these and mounted them in an SKB case with major room to spare. This recorder has an LCD screen that shows the incoming or play-back video with the first two channels of imbedded audio. Even in the long format recording mode it produces great quality HD video. I like the fact that it has three HD/SD-SDI BNC outputs apart from the re-clocked loop of the input signal. But there is also an HDMI input and output. I use this in my EFP video productions and my clients are very happy. I no longer have to stop the conversation to change tapes since there is an instant recording swap from one SSD to the other SSD when the first is full. It boots up almost immediately when it's first powered on and only needs one button push to begin recording.
I wish this recorder had an LTC time code input which would permit LTC embedding in the video stream.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Crucial 256 GB SSD
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Capacity
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck:
BMD is great... they've come out with 2 firmware upgrades since i've bought mine.. which is awesome. It records uncompressed 10bit, or dnxhd mxf, or dnxhd mov.
pop the drive in and 3 seconds later your ready... as soon as your done recording hit stop and pull the drive out. super fast and awesome.
ONLY complaint... is i can't delete files off the ssd from the studio... have to do it through computer... so you really HAVE to buy a ssd dock. BUT ITS WORTH IT.
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- No
Pros
- Confidence Monitor
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
- Small and light weight
Cons
Best Uses
- Great to travel with
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck:
These are great. I use them to ISO record back to back 1 to 2 hour long speak sessions. With a few more software upgrades these could very quickly replace the KiPros.
The things that I liked the most was the small confidence monitor built into them, the supper fast drive transfers, and they take up half the space of a KiPro in a rack.... And they are super cheap for what they do.
I used the suggested 256GB Crucial Drives that B&H recommends and they work perfect. With one drive I can get just over 2 hours of DNxHD. Then I can get a transfer of a full drive in about 15 minutes.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Capacity
- Reliable
- Sleek Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Movies
- Office
- Television
Comments about Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio SSD Deck:
I use this in a TV station for outdoor recordings.
works very cool you will love the Deck.
But my concern is that i cant delete any recoeded clip from the VTR itself though i have to connet the SSD to another dock to PC.
the other thing is that for the time being the DECK comes with most basic function like only record, play, cue and rew.
HOPE TO FIND MORE OPTIONS IN FIRMWARE UPDATES.
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