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Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 Capture & Playback Unit

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Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 Capture & Playback Unit
Key Features
  • 12G-SDI & HDMI 2.0 Input/Output
  • 1 x 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 Interface
  • 3" LCD Status/Preview Screen
  • DCI 4K60 4:2:2 Single-Link 12G-SDI I/O
The UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 from Blackmagic Design links your Thunderbolt 3 computer to any of a variety of video components for capture, playback, or streaming. This portable unit captures up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 via single-link 12G-SDI or up to DCI 4K30 4:2:2 video via HDMI. Record 12-bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) footage at rates up to DCI 4K30 and 8-/10-bit video at rates up to DCI 4K60. A built-in LCD screen enables you to monitor your signal, and an SD card reader provides instant access to your SD media. The compact UltraStudio 4K Mini's Thunderbolt 3 interface offers lightning-fast connections and will trickle-charge a connected computer. Audio features include 16-channel SDI and 8-channel HDMI embedded input and output, a 3-pin XLR audio input, and a headphone output.
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Blackmagic Design 4K Mini Overview

The UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 from Blackmagic Design links your Thunderbolt 3 computer to any of a variety of video components for capture, playback, or streaming. This portable unit captures up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 via single-link 12G-SDI or up to DCI 4K30 4:2:2 video via HDMI. Record 12-bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) footage at rates up to DCI 4K30 and 8-/10-bit video at rates up to DCI 4K60. A built-in LCD screen enables you to monitor your signal, and an SD card reader provides instant access to your SD media. The compact UltraStudio 4K Mini's Thunderbolt 3 interface offers lightning-fast connections and will trickle-charge a connected computer. Audio features include 16-channel SDI and 8-channel HDMI embedded input and output, a 3-pin XLR audio input, and a headphone output.
Versatile Compatibility
The UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 supports both compressed and uncompressed video, is Windows, macOS, and Linux compatible, and supports the most popular codecs. The UltraStudio 4K Mini also supports 3D capture and playback via HDMI, plus 3D SDI playback at rates up to DCI 4K30. The free version of DaVinci Resolve and the additional software are included via a QR code download. Power the UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 via its internal 100-240 VAC adapter.
Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity
Lightning-fast Thunderbolt 3 connection with 45W power out for charging a connected laptop.
Compact Design
Portable design with front-panel control buttons, LCD with video, audio, and status information, XLR mic input, and an SD card slot.
Supports up to DCI 4K60 Video
8/10/12-bit HDR capture and playback with multi-rate support from SD to DCI 4K60.
Supported Software
Including but not limited to:

  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Fusion
  • Final Cut Pro X
  • Adobe Premiere Pro CC
  • Avid Media Composer
  • Adobe After Effects CC
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Steinberg Cubase
  • Steinberg Nuendo
  • Adobe Photoshop CC
Included Software
MacOS and Windows
  • DaVinci Resolve, Media Express
  • Disk Speed Test, LiveKey
  • Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
  • Blackmagic driver
Linux
  • Media Express
  • Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
  • Blackmagic driver

Blackmagic Design 4K MiniSpecs

System Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Embedded Audio
SDI: 16-Channel
HDMI: 8-Channel
Standards
HDR Support
HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma
Hardware
OS Compatibility
macOS 11.1 to 12.0 or Later
Windows 10 to 11 (64-Bit Only)
Linux
Power I/O
1x USB-C Output
1x Barrel Input
Power Consumption
Power Supply: 100 to 240 VAC (75.3 W)
General
Certifications
FCC, ICES
Dimensions
7 x 1.8" / 17.8 x 4.6 cm
Weight
2.65 lb / 1.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.275 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.2 x 8.6 x 3.5"

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