Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD
BlackMagic Design
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Blackmagic UltraStudio Express HD

UltraStudio Express HD supports portable capture and playback with 3G SDI, HDMI and analog video connections, broadcast quality 10 bit video, and SD and HD formats up to 1080p60. It provides dual SDI outputs with fill and key capability, analog YUV/NTSC/PAL connectivity, balanced analog input, video reference and RS 422 remote control. The compact unit is one third rack width, receives power through USB4, and supports Mac, Windows and Linux computers with USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 connections.

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Bring broadcast quality video connectivity to modern workstations with a highly portable capture and playback solution designed for professional production, post production and monitoring. With support for broadcast quality 10 bit video up to 1080p60, it provides the flexibility required for demanding SD and HD workflows.
The compact unit combines 3G SDI, HDMI and analog connectivity, making it suitable for both modern digital equipment and legacy video hardware. SDI inputs and outputs provide professional integration with cameras, decks, monitors and other broadcast equipment, while HDMI output enables convenient monitoring on televisions and projectors. Analog YUV, NTSC and PAL video connectivity makes the device particularly useful when working with older professional sources or archiving material from legacy broadcast tape decks.
Dual SDI outputs can be configured for fill and key operation, allowing graphics to be sent to compatible live production systems. Video reference is included for synchronized playback within broadcast environments, while RS 422 remote control provides professional deck control when working with compatible equipment.
Connection to a computer is handled through high speed USB4. The Express range is powered directly from the USB4 connection, eliminating the need for a separate power supply and making the unit particularly practical for mobile systems and laptop based workflows. It supports Mac, Windows and Linux computers equipped with USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.
Support for popular compressed formats such as Apple ProRes and DNxHD is complemented by 10 bit uncompressed video. Uncompressed workflows maintain a pixel for pixel representation of the source, making the device well suited to color correction, compositing, green screen keying and other quality critical post production applications.
Its compact enclosure measures only one third of a rack width. This allows it to operate as a discreet desktop device or to be integrated into a rack, with up to three units fitting within a single rack unit width.
Designed for workflows ranging from editing and visual effects to live capture, monitoring and archival work, this portable interface combines professional connections, broadcast quality imaging and modern computer connectivity in one versatile HD solution.

Connections

SDI Video Inputs

1 x 3Gb/s SD/HD switchable.

SDI Video Outputs

2 x 3Gb/s SD/HD switchable, supports fill and key.

SDI Rates

270Mb, 1.5G, 3G

Optical SDI

None

HDMI Video Inputs

None

HDMI Video Outputs

1 x HDMI 1.4b type A connector.

Analog Video Inputs

Y, B-Y, R-Y/NTSC/PAL.

Analog Video Outputs

None

Analog Audio Inputs

2 x 1/4 inch jack connectors for balanced and unbalanced analog audio.

Analog Audio Outputs

None. Embedded audio only.

SDI Audio Inputs

16 Channels embedded in SD and HD.

SDI Audio Outputs

16 Channels embedded in SD and HD.

HDMI Audio Outputs

2 Channels embedded in SD and HD.

Timecode Connection

None. RP-188 only.

Reference Input

Tri-Sync or Black Burst.

Computer Interface

USB Type-C® supporting USB 40Gbps.

UltraStudio Express HD

Supported Codecs

AVC-Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV-NTSC, DV-PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, DNxHD, DNxHR, Apple ProRes 4444, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, Uncompressed 8-bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10‑bit 4:2:2.

Software

Software Included

Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility and Blackmagic driver on Mac and Windows. Media Express, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility and Blackmagic driver on Linux.

Internal Software Upgrade

Firmware built into software driver. Software driver loads upgrades at system start or via updater software.

Software Applications

DaVinci Resolve icon

DaVinci Resolve

Fusion icon

Fusion

Final Cut Pro icon

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Premiere icon

Adobe Premiere

Adobe After Effects icon

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop icon

Adobe Photoshop

Avid Media Composer icon

Avid Media Composer

Avid Pro Tools icon

Avid Pro Tools

Steinberg Cubase icon

Steinberg Cubase

Steinberg Nuendo icon

Steinberg Nuendo

Other supported applications include:

The Foundry Nuke, Grass Valley Edius, Sony Catalyst Production Suite, Tools On Air Just: Play & Live & In, Softron MovieRecorder & MReplay, Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder, Telestream Wirecast, Resolume Arena, Magix Vegas Pro & Movie Edit Pro Premium, Corel VideoStudio Pro, CyberLink PowerDirector, Vidblaster X & Studio & Broadcast, Uniplay One & CG, CasparCG Server, Magicsoft CG, Xsplit Broadcaster, Imagine Communications Velocity & InfoCaster, DevTek Easy Media Suite, Metus Ingest, Boinx Software MimoLive, Cinegy Capture Pro, vMix Live, Renewed Vision ProPresenter, Ventuz Director, Class X Liveboard & Coral CG, Glookast Capturer, Open Broadcaster Software Studio, Nautilus NEMO3D, Burst Video Webclip2Go & [REC]Marker, Autodesk Flame, Zoom.

These are third party applications and support may vary, check with your software vendor.

SDI Video Standards

SD Video Standards

525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD Video Standards

720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60

2K Video Standards

2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI
2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI

Ultra HD Video Standards

None

4K Video Standards

None

SDI Compliance

SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M and SMPTE 425M level A and level B.

SDI Metadata Support

RP 188/SMPTE 12M-2 and closed captioning.

SDI Audio Sampling

Television rate of 48kHz and 24 bit.

SDI Video Sampling

4:2:2 and 4:4:4

SDI Color Space

REC 601, REC 709.

Multiple Rate Support

SDI video connections are switchable between standard definition and high definition. SDI switches between 270Mb/s, 1.5Gb/s and 3Gb/s.

HDMI Video Standards

SD Video Standards

525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD Video Standards

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

HDMI Audio

Television rate of 48kHz and 24 bit.

HDMI Video

4:2:2 and 4:4:4

HDMI Color Space

Rec. 601, Rec. 709

Multiple Rate Support

HDMI video connection is switchable between SD and HD.

Hardware Frame Buffer

v210 (10 bit YUV), 2vuy (8 bit YUV), ARGB, BGRA (8 bit RGB), r210 (10 bit RGB), R12B,R12L (12 bit RGB).

Color Precision

HDMI

8-bit RGB 4:4:4 up to 1080p30, and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all standards.

SDI

8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 up to 1080p30, and 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all standards.

Computer Capture

1 x USB Type‑C® supporting USB 40Gbps on Mac and Windows. Powers from host computer USB‑C port. Includes Blackmagic Desktop Video SDK.

Control

 

Built in Control Panel

None. Supports Teranex Mini Smart Panel with 2.2 inch color display for video preview, audio meters and status.

 

Device Control

1 x RS-422 deck control.

Processing

Colorspace Conversion

Hardware based real time.

HD Down Conversion

Real time 10-bit hardware down conversion on SDI B output when working in HD video formats on playback. Selectable between letterbox, anamorphic 16:9 and center cut 4:3 styles.

Real Time Effects

Final Cut Pro X internal effects. Adobe Premiere Mercury Playback Engine effects. Avid Media Composer internal effects. DaVinci Resolve.

Physical Installation

Physical Installation

Desktop or rack mount.
One third rack unit width, 1 rack unit height. Compatible with optional Blackmagic Universal Rack Shelf.

Computer Interface

Host computer requires a USB Type-C® port with 40Gbps signalling rate.

Operating Systems

Mac icon

Mac 26.0 Tahoe,
Mac 27.0 Golden Gate or later.

Windows Icon

Windows 10, 64-bit.
Windows 11.

Linux icon

Linux

Power Requirements

Powered over USB. Requires computer with a USB Type‑C® 40Gb/s port.

Accessories

Teranex Mini Smart Panel

Blackmagic Universal Rack Shelf

Physical Specifications

UltraStudio Express HD

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature

5° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)

Storage Temperature

-20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F)

Relative Humidity

0% to 90% non-condensing

What's Included

UltraStudio Express HD

Welcome wallet with QR code for software download

Warranty

1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.

UltraStudio Express HD

Welcome wallet with QR code for software download