Blackmagic Design UltraStudio HD Mini Recorder with Thunderbolt 3 Interface
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The Blackmagic Design UltraStudio HD Mini features professional broadcast-quality connections that include 3G-SDI, analog YUV and composite NTSC/PAL video inputs, along with a reference input. There are also two 1/4-inch audio connections for analog audio input that work with balanced and Hi-Fi sources. In addition, UltraStudio HD Mini can remote control professional broadcast decks using the built in RS-422 connection. For output, you get dual link 3G-SDI with fill and key, and an HDMI connection for monitoring video with a big screen television.
General
| Weight | 1.34 lb |
- 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
- 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
- 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
- 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
Blackmagic Design UltraStudio HD Mini Recorder with Thunderbolt 3 Interface
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 |
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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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, Livestream Producer, 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 |
Video Standards
| SD video standards | 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL |
| HD video standards | |
| 2K video standards | 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p, 2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K DCI 25PsF |
| Ultra HD video standards | None |
| 4K video standards | None |
| SDI compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M and SMPTE 425M A/B |
| SDI metadata support | RP 188/SMPTE 12M-2 and closed captioning |
| Audio sampling | Television rate of 48kHz and 24-bit |
| SDI video sampling | 4:2:2/4:4:4 |
| Color Space | REC 601, REC 709 |
| HDMI resolution | Pixel for pixel HD resolution input from connected device |
| Multiple rate support | SDI and HDMI video connections are switchable between standard definition and high definition. SDI switches between 270 Mb/s, 1.5 Gb/s and 3 Gb/s |
| 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 Thunderbolt 3 for Mac and Windows | |
| Powers from Thunderbolt host computer, 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. Premiere Pro CC Mercury Playback Engine effects. Avid Media Composer internal effects. DaVinci Resolve |
| Physical installation | Requires computer with a Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port |
Operating Systems
| Mac 10.14 Mojave, Mac 10.15 Catalina or later | |
| Windows 8.1 and 10, both 64-bit | |
| Linux |
Power Requirements
| Powered by Thunderbolt cable | |
| Requires computer with a Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port |
Environmental Specifications
| Operating temperature | 5 to 40-degree-C (32 to 104-degree-F) |
| Storage temperature | -20 to 45-degree-C (-4 to 113-degree-F) |
| Relative humidity | 0 to 90% non-condensing |
Physical Specifications
| Dimensions | 5.51 x 6.69 x 1.75 inch |
| Weight | 1.34 lb |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.




