Key Information About the PCIe DeckLink Mini Recorder HD Capture Card
- 3G?SDI and HDMI 2.0 Inputs to capture SD/HD sources up to 1080p60 and 2K DCI up to 60p.
- Broadcast Quality 10-bit in YUV 4:2:2 and RGB 4:4:4, color spaces REC 601/709/2020.
- Extensive Compatibility with DaVinci Resolve, OBS, vMix, Wirecast, and many ingest software solutions.
- Low-profile and Low Power Consumption (3 W) format for editing stations, servers, and streaming PCs.
A Compact Benchmark Within the DeckLink Range
Following the DeckLink card lineage, the Mini Recorder HD concentrates the essentials for HD and 2K DCI ingest in a half-height form factor. It modernizes connectivity with HDMI 2.0 and expands support for color spaces, while maintaining the trusted broadcast reliability favored in production.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for live directors, studios, e-learning, and multicam captures, it allows direct input of camera, switcher, or game console feeds into your PCIe workstation for streaming, master recording, videoconferencing, or post-production ingest. Its low profile and Mac/Windows/Linux drivers facilitate integration into 1U/2U workstations or servers.
Key Features for Modern Workflows
Professional 3G?SDI and HDMI 2.0 Inputs
The Mini Recorder HD accepts both SDI and HDMI sources, in SD/HD up to 1080p60 and 2K DCI up to 60p via SDI. Automatic SD/HD switching ensures secure signal recovery during live events.
Image Fidelity and 10-bit Pipeline
Capture up to 10 bits in YUV 4:2:2 or RGB 4:4:4 preserves colors and details in grading and graphics workflows. Real-time hardware processing ensures minimal latency.
Software and Codec Compatibility
Supplied with Media Express and Desktop Video Utility, it integrates with major streaming and ingest tools. Support for a wide range of codecs simplifies archiving and distribution.
Simplified Integration
PCIe Gen2 x1 interface compatible with x1/x4/x8/x16 slots, low power consumption, and included low-profile bracket: everything is designed for quick installation in most chassis.
Technical Specifications
Connections and Interface
- SDI Video Input: 1 x switchable between SD/HD 10-bit
- SDI Rates: 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G
- SDI Audio Input: 16 embedded channels in SD/HD
- HDMI Video Input: 1 x HDMI 2.0 Type A connector
- HDMI Audio Input: 8 embedded channels in SD/HD
- Computer Interface: PCI Express Gen 2 x1, compatible with PCI Express slots x1, x4, x8, and x16
Supported Codecs
- AVC?Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV?NTSC, DV?PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, HEVC, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, DNxHR & DNxHD, Apple ProRes 4444, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes 422 LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, 4:2:2 8-bit uncompressed, 4:2:2 10-bit uncompressed, 4:4:4 10-bit uncompressed
Software, Drivers, and Installation
- Included Software: Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic driver for Mac OS and Windows; Media Express, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic driver for Linux
- Firmware Updates: Firmware integrated into the driver, loaded at startup or via software update
- Physical Installation: PCI Express Gen 2 x1, compatible with x1/x4/x8/x16 on Mac OS, Windows, and Linux; Mac OS systems require a Mac Pro computer with PCI Express slots (see support for system requirements)
- Software Applications: Wirecast, vMix, OBS; other compatible software: Cinegy Capture Pro, DevTek EasyMediaSuite, Glookast Capturer, Livestream Producer, Metus Ingest, Softron MovieRecorder, ToolsOnAir just:in, Burst Video WebClip2Go and [REC]Marker, Zoom (verify support with the publisher)
Video Standards via SDI
- SD: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
- HD: 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 DCI: 2Kp23.98, 2Kp24, 2Kp25, 2Kp29.97, 2Kp30, 2Kp50, 2Kp59.94, 2Kp60; 2KPsF23.98, 2KPsF24, 2KPsF25, 2KPsF29.97, 2KPsF30
- Compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, and SMPTE 425M A/B
- Metadata: RP 188/SMPTE 12M?2 and closed captioning
- SDI Audio Sampling: 48 kHz, 24 bits
- SDI Video Sampling: 4:2:2, 4:4:4
- SDI Color Precision: RGB 4:4:4 8, 10, and 12 bits up to 1080p30; YUV 4:2:2 8 and 10 bits in all standards
- SDI Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020
- Multi-rate Support: SDI video connection switchable between SD and HD
Video Standards and Settings via HDMI
- SD: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
- HD: 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60; 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60; 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
- HDMI Audio Sampling: 48 kHz, 24 bits
- HDMI Video Sampling: 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
- HDMI Color Precision: RGB 4:4:4 8 bits, YUV 4:4:4 8 bits, YUV 4:2:2 12 bits
- HDMI Configuration: HDMI 2.0 with Deep Color support
- HDMI Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020
- Multi-rate Support: HDMI video connection switchable between SD and HD
- Copy Protection: HDMI input does not allow capture of protected sources; always verify copyright before any capture or distribution
Buffering, Formats, and Processing
- Hardware Frame Buffer: v210 (YUV 10-bit), 2vuy (YUV 8-bit), ARGB, BGRA (RGB 8-bit), r210 (RGB 10-bit), R12B, R12L (RGB 12-bit)
- Color Space Conversion: real-time hardware encoder
Operating Systems
- Mac: Mac 15.0 Sequoia, Mac 26.0 Tahoe or later
- Windows: Windows 10 64-bit, Windows 11
- Linux
Power and Physical Characteristics
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
Included
- DeckLink Mini Recorder HD
- Low-profile bracket
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