HyperDeck Studio 12G

Overview

Professional high performance solid state broadcast deck with advanced 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 for recording and playback of all SD, HD and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60.

UHD 4K playback and recording at up to 60p is introduced with the Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio 12G. This file-based deck provides the familiar jog/shuttle interface of traditional VTRs, but instead of tape use SSD drives for recording media. It records in uncompressed QuickTime, ProRes, or Avid DNxHD formats all with up to 4:2:2 color sampling at 10-bit color space. With two SSD slots, you can record almost endlessly - as one SSD becomes full, recording automatically continues on to the other. The Studio 12G features one 12G-SDI input that is 3G-, HD-, and SD-SDI compatible along with one HDMI 2.0 input. In addition, there are four total SDI outputs and one HDMI 2.0 output for monitoring and connection to other equipment in your studio. All of the SDI connectors plus both of the HDMI ports support UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at up to 60 fps.

The Studio 12G is housed in a 1RU rackmountable unit, with built-in rackmount ears. It features illuminated front panel button control and a jog/shuttle wheel for analog scrubbing. RS-422 control is supported for external control. You can also control the unit using either the USB port or over Ethernet via the RJ-45 connector. An integrated LCD on the front panel allows you to monitor the video, and display timecode and transport information.

Continuous SSD Recording

Now with dual SSDs you can keep recording forever!

HyperDeck Studio’s single rack unit size fits easily into any equipment rack, flyaway kit or OB vehicle, and is great if you want to record or play back with live production switchers. With dual SSD slots you get unlimited duration recording, when a record disk fills then recording will automatically continue on to the next disk. Now you can record an entire event without missing a thing! HyperDeck Studio Pro also includes a Thunderbolt connection so you can capture directly into a computer or master to SSD! With uncompressed, ProRes and DNxHD video formats HyperDeck Studio is the broadcast deck for the 21st century!

Professional Video Connections

Plug in SD, HD or Ultra HD devices

HyperDeck Studio includes the highest quality 3G-SDI and HDMI connections, so you can connect to virtually any camera, monitor or SDI router. Connect your camera’s HDMI or SDI output and record the highest 10-bit uncompressed video, bypassing compression formats that cameras use to reduce file size. HyperDeck Studio’s HDMI output is perfect for connecting to monitors and projectors. HyperDeck Studio Pro also includes analog component video and XLR audio connections, plus 6G-SDI for HD and Ultra HD up to 2160p30. The advanced HyperDeck Studio 12G includes the latest technology 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 for high frame rate capture and playback of all SD, HD and Ultra HD video formats up to 2160p60!

Familiar VTR Controls

Easy to use, no training required!

HyperDeck Studio features a familiar VTR style design and includes illuminated crystal buttons, a jog/shuttle wheel and RS-422 for external control. The integrated high resolution LCD screen displays timecode and transport information, plus a full color thumbnail preview of the current clip in record or playback. You can also see video format and frame rate information, as well as audio levels, all on the same display!

LCD Display

Built in monitor for full color previews

The integrated high resolution LCD screen on the front panel displays a full color thumbnail preview of the current clip being recorded or playing back. The thumbnail preview can be combined with essential clip metadata such as timecode, audio levels, format and resolution. You also get feedback on transport information as well as being able to navigate settings to adjust your configuration, all on the same display!

Fast SSD Technology

Super reliable, off the shelf media you can buy anywhere

HyperDeck Studio uses 2.5″ solid state disks (SSDs) for reliable, fast video recording. Now you can eliminate complicated and expensive disk arrays, as a single SSD lets you record either compressed or uncompressed video effortlessly! You can even edit direct from the disk! SSDs are extremely robust because they have no moving parts and can handle shocks and vibrations that would destroy conventional hard drives or videotapes. Other removable media cards simply cannot match the level of performance and incredibly fast read/write speed of SSDs.

Features:

UHD 4K Recording and Playback

The HypeDeck Studio 12G records video to uncompressed QuickTime at 10-bit with 4:2:2 color sampling at up to UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 60 fps. It also records to ProRes 422(HQ), ProRes 422, ProRes 422 (LT), ProRes 422 (Proxy), as well as Avid DNxHD and Avid DNxHD MXF, also all in SD and SD.

Two SSD Bays

For accepting storage media, the unit incorporates two 2.5" slots with SATA connectors for use with SSD drives. The ability to swap out drives while recording enables almost endlessly durations, seamlessly switching from one SSD to the other as the first one fills up.

Video Inputs

The HyperDeck Studio 12G supports SD, HD, 3G, 6G, and 12G signals over SDI and up to UHD 4K at 60p via HDMI 2.0.

Video Outputs

A total of four SDI outputs are provided: a single loop-out that mirrors the incoming signal, two playback outputs, and a dedicated monitor output. Additionally, there is a single HDMI 2.0 output with UHD 4K at 60p support that can serve as a loop-out, be used for playback, or connected to a local monitor.

VTR Style Controls

The HyperDeck Studio 12G features VTR style front panel controls for record and playback. With illuminated buttons, for working in dim locations or settings, while a built-in jog/shuttle wheel provides analog style control over your playback.

Remote

The unit is controllable via RS-422 control and over the Ethernet or USB port.

Built-In LCD Monitor

The unit's front panel also features a built-in LCD screen that allows you to monitor input or playback video as well as timecode, format, and audio levels.

Included Software

The HyperDeck Studio 12G includes HyperDeck Utility, Media Express, Disk Speed test, Blackmagic System Preferences, and Blackmagic driver software.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Records Up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 fps

Plays Back Up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 fps

12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 Inputs

1 HDMI and 4 12G-SDI Outputs

Records Uncompressed / ProRes / DNxHD

Records on Two 2.5" SSDs

Front Panel Buttons, Jog Wheel & RS-422

Multi-Display Integrated LCD

Blackburst / Tri-Level Sync Input

1RU Rackmountable Form Factor

Specifications:

Connections

SDI Video Input

1

SDI Video Output

2

SDI Rates

270 Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G.

HDMI Video Input

HDMI 2.0 type A connector with support for Ultra HD 4K 10-bit 60p 4:2:2.

HDMI Video Output

HDMI 2.0 type A connector with support for Ultra HD 4K 10-bit 60p 4:2:2.

Analog Video Input

None.

Analog Video Output

None.

Analog Audio Inputs

None, embedded audio only.

Analog Audio Outputs

None, embedded audio only.

Timecode Connections

None.

SDI Audio Input

16 channels embedded in SD, HD, and UHD in QuickTime files. 2 channels embedded in HD in Avid DNxHD MXF files.

SDI Audio Output

16 channels embedded in SD, HD, and UHD in QuickTime files. 2 channels embedded in HD in Avid DNxHD MXF files.

HDMI Audio Input

8 channels embedded in SD, HD, and UHD in QuickTime files. 2 channels embedded in HD in Avid DNxHD MXF files.

HDMI Audio Output

8 channels embedded in SD, HD, and UHD in QuickTime files. 2 channels embedded in HD in Avid DNxHD MXF files.

Reference Input

Tri-Sync or Black Burst.

Recorder Configuration

Front panel configurable or USB 2.0 high speed interface.

Computer Interface

1 x USB 2.0 Mini-B port for software updates and HyperDeck Utility software control

Standards

SD Video Standards

525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD Video Standards

720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60

Ultra HD Video Standards

2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60

SDI Compliance

SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 425M Level B.

SDI Metadata Support

HD RP188 and closed captioning CEA-708.

Audio Sampling

Television standard 24-bit, 48 kHz sample rate.

Video Sampling

4:2:2

Color Precision

10-bit

Color Space

REC 601, REC 709

Copy Protection

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

Media

2 x SSD for SD, HD and Ultra HD recording.

Media Type

SATA-II or SATA-III solid state disc.

Media Format

Can format discs to ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac) file systems.

Supported Codecs

Uncompressed QuickTime, Apple ProRes 422 HQ QuickTime, ProRes 422 QuickTime, ProRes 422 LT QuickTime, ProRes 422 Proxy QuickTime, Avid DNxHD QuickTime and Avid DNxHD MXF up to 1080i60.

Computer Capture

None

Control

Built-in Control Panel

12 buttons for transport and menu control, 2.2 inch color display.

External Control

RS-422 deck control, SDI start/stop, timecode run. Includes Blackmagic HyperDeck SDK and Ethernet HyperDeck Control Protocol.

Software

Software Included

Media Express, Disk Speed Test, Blackmagic System Preferences and Blackmagic driver (Mac only).

Internal Software Upgrade

Loaded at system start, or via updater software using USB port.

Display

Built-in LCD for video, audio and timecode monitoring and menu settings.

Physical Installation

1 rack unit size. Less than 7 inches deep.

Power Requirements

Power Supply

1x Internal 100 - 240V AC.

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature:

5° to 40° C (41°to 104° F)

Storage Temperature:

-20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F)

Relative Humidity:

0% to 90% non-condensing

What's included?

Hyper Deck Studio 12G

SD Card with software,user manual,

 Blaclmagic Hyperdeck SDK and Ethernet Hyperdeck Control Protocol.