Key Information About the Blackmagic DeckLink Mini Recorder 4K Capture Card
- Captures up to 2160p30 via 6G?SDI and HDMI 2.0a, with automatic SD/HD/Ultra HD detection and switching.
- HDR Compatibility (HLG/PQ) and HDR metadata transmitted over HDMI for modern live and post-production workflows.
- Low-profile PCIe Gen2 x4 form factor ideal for compact workstations, mobile production trucks, and custom integrations; full-height and low-profile brackets included.
- Extensive software ecosystem: Media Express, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, OBS, vMix, Wirecast, and more.
4K in a Low-Profile Form Factor: The Evolution of the Mini Recorder
Following the HD cards of the DeckLink Mini Recorder series, this 4K version delivers Ultra HD up to 2160p30 via 6G?SDI and HDMI 2.0a, along with HDR support. It retains Blackmagic Design?s ?broadcast? DNA and easily integrates into existing setups thanks to its Desktop Video drivers for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Designed for Live, Capture, and Ingest
Engineered for live directors, mobile production trucks, streaming studios, and classrooms, the DeckLink Mini Recorder 4K provides a stable, low-latency capture chain. It targets creators who want to ingest SD, HD, 2K, and Ultra HD signals into their NLE, encoding solution, or playout server while adhering to broadcast standards.
Key Features for Modern Workflows
Thanks to its auto-configured SDI and HDMI inputs, you can effortlessly switch from an HD setup to a 4K setup. HDR packets (HLG/PQ) and the REC.2020 color space ensure footage is ready for grading or broadcast. The PCIe Gen2 x4 interface guarantees sustained throughput for 10-bit capture, while included tools (Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey) secure the capture and monitoring chain.
Technical Specifications
Connections and Interface
- SDI video inputs: 1 x switchable between SD/HD/Ultra HD 10-bit.
- SDI audio inputs: 16 embedded channels in SD, HD, Ultra HD.
- HDMI video inputs: 1 x HDMI 2.0a connector.
- HDMI audio inputs: 8 embedded channels in SD, HD, Ultra HD.
- Computer interface: PCI Express Gen2 x4 lanes, compatible with PCIe x4, x8, and x16 slots.
Supported Codecs
- AVC?Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV?NTSC, DV?PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, DNxHR & DNxHD, Apple ProRes 4444, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, 4:2:2 8-bit uncompressed, 4:2:2 10-bit uncompressed, 4:4:4 10-bit uncompressed.
Included Software
- Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic drivers for Mac OS and Windows.
- Media Express, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic drivers for Linux.
- Software updates: firmware integrated into the driver, loaded at startup or via update.
Compatible Software Applications
- DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro CC, Avid Media Composer, Adobe Photoshop CC, 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, Zoom. (Check support with the software vendor.)
Video Standards
- SD: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL.
- HD: 720p50/59.94/60; 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60; 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97/30; 1080i50/59.94/60.
- 2K (SDI only): 2K DCI 23.98p/24p/25p; 2K DCI 23.98PsF/24PsF/25PsF.
- Ultra HD: 2160p23.98/24/25/29.97/30.
- 4K DCI: 4K DCI 23.98p/24p/25p.
Compliance and Metadata
- SDI standards: SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M, 372M, 425M, 2081, ITU?R BT.656 and ITU?R BT.601.
- SDI metadata: RP 188/SMPTE 12M?2 and closed captions.
Sampling, Color, and HDR
- Audio sampling: 48 kHz / 24-bit (TV standards).
- SDI video sampling: 4:4:4 and 4:2:2.
- SDI color precision: RGB 4:4:4 8/10/12-bit up to 1080p60; RGB 4:2:2 8/10-bit all modes.
- Color spaces: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020.
- HDMI video sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0.
- HDMI configuration: HDMI 2.0a with Deep Color, HDR.
- HDMI color precision: up to 12-bit (Deep Color).
- HDR SDI/HDMI: static HDR metadata packets, HLG and PQ transfers.
- Support for multiple bitrates: HDMI and SDI switchable SD/HD/2K/4K.
- Copy protection: HDMI input does not capture protected sources.
Processing and Conversions
- Color space conversion: real-time hardware processing.
- HD to SD down-conversion: software-based during capture.
- SD to HD up-conversion: integrated high-quality software (16:9 or anamorphic zoom) on input.
Installation, OS, and Drivers
- Physical installation: PCIe Gen2 x4, compatible with x4/x8/x16 slots on Mac OS, Windows, and Linux. Mac OS systems require a Mac Pro with PCIe slots.
- Operating systems: Mac 15.0 Sequoia, Mac 26.0 Tahoe or later; Windows 10 64-bit, Windows 11; Linux.
Power and Environment
- Power consumption: 8 W.
- Operating temperature: 5 to 40 °C.
- Storage temperature: -20 to 45 °C.
- Relative humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing.
Included
- DeckLink Mini Recorder 4K.
- Low-profile card bracket and appropriate mounting bracket.
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