BlackMagic SMART VIDEOHUB 12G 40×40

Smart Videohub 12G 40×40

The Blackmagic Design Smart Videohub 12G is a high-performance video routing switcher designed for broadcast and post-production environments. It supports a wide range of SD, HD, and Ultra HD formats over 12G-SDI connections.

Key Features and Specifications

1. 12G-SDI Support:

   • Full 12G-SDI support for Ultra HD (4K) at up to 60 frames per second.
   • Backward compatibility with lower SD, HD, and 3G-SDI formats.
   • Supports SD, HD, 3G, and 12G SDI signals, making it versatile for different formats.

2. Matrix Sizes:

   • Available in a variety of matrix configurations (e.g., 12×12, 40×40, etc.), providing flexibility in routing for different environments.
   • Multiple inputs and outputs for routing video signals across various sources and destinations.

3. Crosspoint Routing:

   • Use a software-based interface to set up routing via a computer or control panels.
   • Allows quick switching and routing of multiple video signals through the matrix.

4. Control Options:

   • The unit can be controlled via a software application for both Mac and Windows.
   • It also supports integration with hardware control panels like the Blackmagic Design Videohub Smart Control.
   • Features like Web-based control and USB control are also available.

5. Video Formats Supported:

   • SD (Standard Definition) up to 720×576.
   • HD (High Definition) up to 1920×1080.
   • Ultra HD (4K) at up to 3840×2160 (UHD).
   • Support for up to 60 frames per second at 4K with 12G-SDI.

6. Automatic Input Detection:

   • Detects video standards on each input automatically.
   • Supports automatic switching between different video formats like SD, HD, and Ultra HD, depending on the input signal.

7. High-Quality Signal Transmission:

   • Low-latency signal routing with minimal delay.
   • High-quality video signal transmission with no loss of image integrity.

8. Audio Support:

   • The unit supports embedded audio over SDI, allowing audio signals to pass along with the video signal.
   • Supports multiple channels of audio, depending on the SDI standard (e.g., up to 16 channels in SDI).

9. Redundant Power Supply:

   • Features a built-in redundant power supply for reliability and continuous operation in mission-critical environments.

10. Form Factor:

    • Rack-mountable form factor for easy integration into broadcast and production racks.
    • Designed to fit in standard 19-inch racks.

11. External Control Panels:

    • Can be controlled via external panels like the Blackmagic Design Videohub Master Control or other compatible systems.

12. Compatibility:

    • Fully compatible with Blackmagic Design products, such as DeckLink, UltraStudio, and ATEM switchers.
    • Works with other standard broadcast equipment using SDI connections.

13. Advanced Monitoring:

    • Equipped with monitoring features to visually display signal status, including signal presence, format, and signal routing.
    • Allows users to troubleshoot routing paths with ease.

14. Network Integration:

    • Support for network-based control via Ethernet, providing centralized control for larger broadcast systems.
    • API and protocol support for integration into third-party systems or custom automation workflows.

15. Physical I/O:

    • Multiple SDI input and output ports depending on the model’s matrix configuration.
    • Each port can be assigned for use with either input or output signals.

Additional Considerations:

• Software: Comes with the Blackmagic Videohub Software for configuring and controlling the switcher via Mac or Windows-based PCs.
• Hot Swap Redundancy: Supports hot-swappable control panels and other equipment, ensuring high availability.

This makes the Smart Videohub 12G a highly flexible and robust solution for video routing in professional environments, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of video formats and offering reliable performance in mission-critical applications.