Essential Information About the HyperDeck Extreme 8K HDR Broadcast Recorder
- Native recording up to 8K with HDR support and 3D LUTs for accurate and consistent monitoring.
- Professional codecs H.265 10-bit, ProRes, and DNxHD/DNxHR, plus H.264 up to 1080p60.
- Optional internal M.2 NVMe cache for drop-frame protection up to 16 Gb/s and dual CFast 2.0 slots.
- Large 7-inch 2000-nit HDR touchscreen with mini timeline, VU meters, and frame-by-frame navigation.
At the Top of the HyperDeck Range
Designed for the most demanding broadcast and post-production environments, the HyperDeck Extreme 8K HDR inherits the legendary reliability of the HyperDeck family while making a major leap: native 8K recording with HDR management and 3D LUTs. Positioned at the top of the range, it combines broadcast compatibility, high-quality conversion, and 10GbE network integration to seamlessly fit into a modern SDI/HDMI infrastructure.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for TV control rooms, multicam studios, premium event captures, live-to-post workflows, and HDR masters, it is also suitable for studios seeking a robust backup recorder. The 4 SDI inputs can be captured simultaneously up to 2160p60 in separate files; 8K, HDR, and extensive codec compatibility meet current production and archiving pipelines.
Key Features That Make the Difference
8K, HDR, and 3D LUTs
Enjoy precise HDR monitoring on the 7-inch 100% DCI-P3 2000-nit LCD and apply your 33-point 3D LUTs to validate creative intent live. The built-in 10-bit scopes (waveform, RGB parade, vectorscope, histogram) ensure uncompromising technical control.
NVMe Cache and Flexible Media
The optional M.2 PCIe NVMe slot absorbs data rate spikes and secures recordings by preventing dropped frames. In parallel, two CFast 2.0 slots and external USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 recording enable extended sessions in SD, HD, Ultra HD, and 8K.
Professional Connectivity and Network Integration
With 12G-SDI Quad Link, HDMI 2.0, component/composite analog inputs, XLR/RCA audio, timecode, and Tri-Sync/Black Burst reference, routing is straightforward. Control via RS-422, triggering by SDI/timecode, and the HyperDeck protocol over 10Gb Ethernet facilitate automation in control rooms.
Technical Specifications
Video Connections
- SDI Inputs: 4
- SDI Outputs: 5 (12G-SDI A, B, C, D and 3G-SDI monitor output)
- SDI Data Rates: 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G
- HDMI 2.0 Input: 1
- HDMI 2.0 Output: 1
- Analog Video Inputs: 1 x YUV component on 3 BNC, 1 x NTSC/PAL composite on 1 BNC
- Analog Video Outputs: none
Audio
- Analog Audio Inputs: 4 balanced XLR channels + 2 unbalanced RCA channels
- Built-in Speaker: mono
- SDI Audio Inputs: 64 embedded channels
- SDI Audio Outputs: 64 embedded channels
- HDMI Audio Outputs: 8 embedded channels
- Audio Sampling: 24-bit, 48 kHz (TV standard)
- Audio Codecs: 2-channel AAC; PCM 2/4/8/16/32/64 channels
Display and Monitoring
- Display: 7-inch HDR LCD, 1920 x 1200, 100% DCI-P3, 2000 nits
- Scopes: waveform, RGB parade, vectorscope, histogram (broadcast quality 10-bit)
- Display Modes: PIP, image with opacity control, standard and HDR grids, zoomable vectorscope
Synchronization & Control
- Timecode: 1 x XLR input, 1 x XLR output
- Reference: Tri-Sync or Black Burst
- Remote Control: 1 x RS-422 input, 1 x RS-422 output
- Triggering: via SDI and timecode
- Network Control: Blackmagic HyperDeck Ethernet protocol
- Configuration: built-in user interface or via Ethernet
- Ethernet: 10 Gb/s
- Computer Interface: 1 x USB-C (software updates)
Formats, Codes, and Processing
- Video Sampling: 4:2:2 YUV
- Color Precision: 10-bit
- Color Space: Rec.601, Rec.709, Rec.2020; 33-point 3D LUTs
- SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M, 425M level A/B, 2081-1/10, 2082-1/10, 2084
- SDI Metadata: RP188 HD, CEA-708 subtitles, HDR metadata over SDI
- Auto Detection: SD, HD, 6G-SDI, 12G-SDI, 2SI Quad Link 12G-SDI
- Copy Protection: HDMI input does not capture protected sources
Supported Video Standards
- SD: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
- HD: 720p50/59.94/60; 1080i50/59.94/60; 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60; 1080PsF23.98/24/25/29.97/30
- 2K DCI: 1080p23.98/24/25 DCI; 1080PsF23.98/24/25 DCI
- Ultra HD: 2160p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
- 4K DCI: 2160p23.98/24/25 DCI
- 8K: 4320p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
- 8K DCI: 4320p23.98/24/25 DCI
Recording Media
- Internal Cache: M.2 PCIe NVMe slot (60/80/110 mm) up to 16 Gb/s
- Media: 2 x CFast 2.0 + USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 for external recording (SD, HD, Ultra HD, 8K)
- Types: CFast cards and external USB-C flash drives
- File System Formats: ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac)
Recording Sources and Codecs
- Sources: SDI; 4 x SDI (simultaneous recording up to 2160p60 in separate files); HDMI; component; composite
- Video Codecs: ProRes HQ/422/LT/Proxy up to 4320p60; ProRes 4444 playback up to 2160p60 with fill/key via SDI A/B; DNxHD 220x/145 (MXF/QuickTime) for 720p/1080p up to 60 fps; DNxHR HQX/SQ/LB (MXF/QuickTime) for 2K DCI and 2160p up to 60 fps; H.265 ?medium? and ?low? 4:2:0 10-bit for 2160p up to 60 fps; H.264 SDI 4:2:2 10-bit and H.264 high/medium/low 4:2:0 8-bit up to 1080p60
Software & Compatibility
- Included Software: Blackmagic OS, Blackmagic HyperDeck Setup
- Updates: at startup or via HyperDeck Setup (USB port)
- Operating Systems: macOS 13 Ventura, macOS 14 Sonoma or later; Windows 10 and 11
- Displays: built-in LCD for video, audio, timecode monitoring, and menus
- Computer Capture: none
Power
- 1 x internal power supply 100?240 V AC
- 1 x 12 V 4-pin DC XLR input (external power or battery)
- Power Consumption: 190 W max.
Chassis, Installation & Environment
- Installation: 3U height, half-rack width
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 °C
- Storage Temperature: ?20 to 60 °C
- Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Accessories
- Optional Accessories: HyperDeck Extreme Control, HyperDeck Extreme Rack Kit
Included
- HyperDeck Extreme 8K HDR
- Welcome pack with QR code to download software
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