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Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card

BH #BLDLQ2 • MFR #BDLKDVQD2
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Blackmagic Design
Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card
Key Features
  • 8 x Bidirectional SD/HD/3G-SDI
  • 8-Lane PCIe Interface
  • Resolutions up to 1080p60
  • Inputs/Outputs Independently Switchable
The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI connectors that are independently configurable to provide any combination of eight capture or playback channels at up to 1080p60. The card supports compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, as well as uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video, making it ideal for use in both live broadcast and post-production. It is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, and supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.
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Blackmagic Design Quad 2 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Key Features
  • 3Included Software
  • 4Supported Software Applications

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 is an 8-lane PCIe card that features eight bidirectional 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI connectors that are independently configurable to provide any combination of eight capture or playback channels at up to 1080p60. The card supports compressed video formats such as ProRes and DNxHD, as well as uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video, making it ideal for use in both live broadcast and post-production. It is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers, and supported by a wide range of software applications. For use with applications that don't capture video on their own, Blackmagic's Media Express software is included, allowing you to capture, organize, and manage your media.

Key Features

  • Eight bidirectional 12-bit SD/HD/3G-SDI connectors
  • 8-lane PCIe interface compatible with Mac-, Windows-, and Linux-based workstations and servers
  • Each SDI input and output can be a different video standard, as they're all independent
  • Single black burst/tri-sync reference input
  • Supports uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 signals
  • Cross-conversion between 720p and 1080p on video capture
  • SD upconversion to 720p or 1080p on video capture
  • HD to SD downconversion on video capture or playback
  • Supports 16 channels of embedded audio per input/output

Included Software

Media Express
Disk Speed Test
LiveKey
Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
Drivers for macOS, Windows 8/10, and Linux

Supported Software Applications

Supported applications include:
DaVinci Resolve
Fusion
Apple Final Cut Pro X
Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Adobe After Effects CC
Adobe Photoshop CC
Avid Media Composer
Avid Pro Tools
Avid Symphony
Avid News Cutter
Steinberg Cubase
Steinberg Nuendo
Nuke
Tools On Air just:in, live:cut, just:play, and just:live
Softron OnTheAir
MovieRecorder and OnTheAir CG
Flash Media Live Encoder
Wirecast
Livestream Procaster
Resolume Avenue 4
Sony Vegas Pro
Corel VideoStudio Pro X4
CyberLink Power Director
MAGIX Video Pro X4
Vidblaster Pro & Studio and Broadcast
Uniplay
Playbox AirBox
CasparCG
Magicsoft CG
Xsplit Broadcaster
Imagine Communications Velocity and InfoCaster

Blackmagic Design Quad 2 Specs

Host ConnectionPCIe x8 (PCIe 2.0)
Shared Input/Output Connectors8 x BNC (3G-SDI) Male
Input Video FormatSDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV)
1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
1080PsF: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps
1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps
720p: 50/59.94/60 fps
NTSC: 60 fps
PAL: 50 fps
Input Audio FormatAnalog: 48 kHz / 24-Bit
Embedded Audio InputSDI: 16-Channel
Output Video FormatSDI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YUV)
1080p: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94 fps
1080PsF: 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 fps
1080i: 50/59.94/60 fps
720p: 50/59.94/60 fps
NTSC: 60 fps
PAL (768 x 576): 50 fps
Embedded Audio OutputSDI: 16-Channel
Standards
Video Standard ComplianceSMPTE 259M/292M/296M/372M/425M
ITU -R BT.601/BT.656
Connectivity
Other I/O1 x BNC Blackburst, Reference, Tri-Level Sync Input
Hardware
OS CompatibilityWindows 8.1.10 or Later
macOS 10.14.15 or Later
Linux
Power Consumption22 W
Environmental
Operating Temperature41 to 104°F / 5 to 40°C
Storage Temperature-4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C
Operating Humidity0 to 90%
General
CertificationsC-Tick, CE, FCC, as per Manufacturer
Dimensions6.3" / 16 cm
Weight4.59 oz / 130 g
Warranty LengthLimited 3-Year Warranty
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.56 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7 x 5.55 x 1.05"
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question

Why so the connections look so small. Are the connections not for SDI?
Asked by: Anonymous
The connections are miniature BNC's called 1.0/2.3 DIN. It allows more connections per card. Clever actually. You do need adapters if going to a conventional size cable. Please see below.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Can anyone reccomend a capture software that ...

Can anyone reccomend a capture software that works with this card allowing all 8 inputs to be captured at once? My PC is plenty powerful (64 cores, 128GB RAM, 6TB RAID0 SSD). Thanks!
Asked by: William
You could run 8 instances of OBS, or a professional program like MediaLooks Direct Take.
Answered by: Edward
Date published: 2021-02-19

What is the connector? It looks smaller than a ...

What is the connector? It looks smaller than a standard BNC
Asked by: Kyle
Are the adapters with the right angle DIN 1.0/2.3 end going to fit into the DL? I'm wondering if the DL will stick out far enough from the back of the PC case. If that makes sense. I don't have it yet to look.
Answered by: Shea
Date published: 2020-08-17

What is a recommended Thunderbolt 2 Expansion ...

What is a recommended Thunderbolt 2 Expansion chassis for this PCIe card?
Asked by: Josiah
For the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2, Sonnet recommends the Sonnet Echo Express SE IIIe (thunderbolt 3): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1506346-REG/sonnet_echo_ex_se3e_t3_echo_express_se_iiie.html
Answered by: Eric
Date published: 2021-01-14

question

Hello product comes with cables? You make shipments to Argentina or Bolivia?
Asked by: Ruben E.
No. The Decklink Quad 2 not come with cables. You need to buy or make the cables . The small connectors are DIN 1.0/2.3. We can supply you pigtail cables with these small connectors to normal 75 Ohm BNC connectors.
Answered by: Paulo F.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Can I use this with Renewed Vision's Propresenter ...

Can I use this with Renewed Vision's Propresenter to have 8 separate outputs for projectors, lower thirds, stage display, etc.?
Asked by: Micah
Yes.
Answered by: Wes
Date published: 2021-03-14

I'm curious what this card can output to..can it ...

I'm curious what this card can output to..can it power several projectors if the projectors are outfitted with Blackmagic SDI to hdmi adaptors? I'm to use it with live cameras projected to several screens.
Asked by: Michael
It can output SDI from SD-SDI up to 3G-SDI (SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 425M, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601) As long as the device on the other end can receive that signal, it will work. In your case, since your projectors don't have an SDI input, you will need an SDI to HDMI converter. You can use any converter you'd like, such as the Mini Converter or Micro Converter from Blackmagic, the AJA Hi5, or the Decimator MD-LX, just to name a few.
Answered by: Edward
Date published: 2019-02-18

question

Does the card support Resolume Arena software?
Asked by: Anonymous
According to Resolume, their Area software will work with the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Quad 2 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture & Playback Card B&H # BLDLQ2.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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