Blackmagic Design Universal Videohub 72
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Universal Videohub lets you build your own broadcast quality 3 Gb/s SDI and optical fiber SDI router for SD, HD, 4:4:4 and 2K video formats. Every interface module in the router is card based, with each card featuring 4 inputs and 4 outputs. Mix and match interfaces and build a router with all SDI, all optical fiber SDI or a combination of both.
Amazing Routing Options
Universal Videohub is perfect for when you need to route SDI and optical fiber connections. Get incredible 3 Gb/s SDI routing, plus the ability to send and receive video signals over long distances using optical fiber. That’s great for use in larger facilities and for large scale events. Route directly from one SDI or optical fiber device to another, from SDI to optical fiber or vice versa. Only Universal Videohub lets you upgrade to a larger rack frame and protect your investment in interface cards and power supplies!
Innovative Features
Universal Videohub 72 lets you add up to 18 interface cards which is great for broadcast and post facilities with lots of equipment. You can hot swap interface cards while working live without the need to power down the router.
Intelligent Design
Universal Videohub models feature a frame-based design with the freedom to build a router to suit your needs. The design also integrates crosspoint and power redundancy and when you need to expand you can use the same interface cards in a larger frame.
Automatic SDI Switching
3 Gb/s SDI connections automatically switch between SD, HD, 4:4:4 and 2K video formats, so you can move the highest quality video between all your editing systems, decks, monitors and more. Simultaneously route copper SDI and optical fiber SDI signals in the same router.
Modular Interface Cards
Each SDI and optical fiber SDI interface card features 4 inputs and 4 outputs, plus a breakout cable port for deck control. The Universal Videohub Deck Control Cable breaks out to 4 separate RS-422 connections. SDI and optical fiber interface cards also support 16 channels of embedded SDI audio, so all the audio channels in your signal are routed together with the video.
Blackmagic Design Universal Videohub 72
Connections
| SDI video input | Up to 72 x SDI/HD-SDI, 3G-SDI and ASI. Can be BNC SDI or optical fiber SDI |
| SDI video output | Up to 72 x SDI/HD-SDI, 3G-SDI and ASI with SDI re-clocking. Can be BNC SDI or optical fiber SDI |
| Reference signal | 1 x Black Burst or Tri-level Sync input for all SD, HD and Optical connections |
| Multi rate support | Auto detection of SD, HD or 3G-SDI. Simultaneous routing of 2K, HD, SD video and DVB-ASI |
| ASI support | Yes |
| Updates | USB 2.0 high speed (480Mb/s) interface |
| Device control | Up to 72 bidirectional Sony compatible RS-422 deck control ports via breakout cable |
| Router control | Use either RJ45 Ethernet, Smart Control or Master Control shared over IP network |
| Router configuration | RJ45 Ethernet for Videohub configuration and USB 2.0 for IP settings only |
| RS-422 router control | 1 x input for controlling router crosspoint switching |
| Reclocking | On all SDI outputs |
Standards
| SD format support | 525i29.97 NTSC, 625i25 PAL |
| HD format support | 720p23.98, 720p24, 720p25, 720p29.97, 720p30, 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 | |
| 2K format support | 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p |
| SDI compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 310M, SMPTE 425M-A, SMPTE 425M-B, ITU‑R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601 |
| SDI video rates | SDI video connections are switchable between standard definition, high definition and 2K. SDI switches between 270 Mb/s standard definition SDI, 1.5G-SDI HD-SDI and 3G-SDI HD and 2K SDI |
| SDI video sampling | 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 |
| SDI audio sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24 bit |
| SDI color precision | 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 10 bit |
| SDI color space | YUV or RGB |
| SDI auto switching | Automatically selects between SD-SDI, HD-SDI, 3G-SDI and DVB-ASI on each input so that each input can be running a different television standard |
| SDI metadata support | Video payload identification ancillary data as per SMPTE 352M |
Software
| Internal software upgrade | Via included firmware updater application |
| Software control | Router control included free for Windows and Mac |
Operating Systems
| Mac 10.10 Yosemite, | |
| Mac 10.11 El Capitan or later | |
| Windows 8.1 and 10 |
Power Requirements
| Power supply | Operates between 150W-300W dependent on configuration. See below for all options |
| Power fail protection | Router connections preserved and restored instantly at power on independently of host computer |
| Physical installation | 5 rack unit size. Less than 6 inches deep |
Environmental Specifications
| Operating temperature | 0 degree to 40 degree C (32 degree to 104 degree F) |
| Storage temperature | -20 degree to 45 degree C (-4 degree to 113 degree F) |
| Relative humidity | 0% to 90% non-condensing |
Shipping & Returns
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.
