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Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3
The new UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 is a huge leap above its predecessor. The new and upgraded unit features a faster predecessor, and is built for future compatibility with the latest Thunderbolt 3 interface, which features a 40 Gbps transfer rate that better supports 4K ingest when working in RGB or 3D formats. The ultra high-speed of Thunderbolt 3 is fast enough for the highest bit depth HDR uncompressed RGB 4K and stereoscopic formats, such as those used for high end feature films.
Nevertheless, just like the previous model, UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 still offers PCIe, 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, and analog connections, 4:4:4 sampling, and real-time H.265 encoding. It also supports 4K DCI and UHD footage in up to 60 fps.
2 RU Rack-Mountable Form Factor
UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 has a 2 RU rack-mountable form factor with the primary connectivity on the back panel. For local monitoring, it offers an LCD preview screen and basic controls on the front panel.
UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 can be useful for non-linear editing applications, on-set acquisition, VFX, audio post-production, live-streaming, colour-grading, live-production applications, and more.
40 Gbps Thunderbolt 3 Interface
UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 has all the same powerful features of UltraStudio 4K Extreme, but in addition has a Thunderbolt 3 interface capable of up to 40 Gbps transfer speeds over a single cable.
Advanced 4K 60p Capture and Playback
UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 features 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 connections for working with large 60 fps, 12-bit, 4K files. A built-in hardware encoder can convert video in real-time to H.265, which is the distribution format for Ultra HD. Offering a very wide range of analog and digital connections, UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 can be used with virtually any camera, deck, router, or display.
Analog and Digital Connections
UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 features Thunderbolt 3, super-fast 12G-SDI with loop outputs, HDMI 2.0, analog component, 4-channel XLR audio, 2-channel AES/EBU audio, reference, timecode, and RS-422 serial deck control connections. It's also designed with two optical fibre cages and a PCIe connection for expansion. 12G-SDI
The fast speed of 12G-SDI means UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 can support both capture and playback of Ultra HD and 4K 60p over a single BNC cable. Because the 12G-SDI connections are multi-rate, you can still connect to all your existing equipment. UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 even supports dual link 12G-SDI so you can do stereoscopic and simultaneous fill and key all in real time.
The front panel has an integrated colour LCD and easy-access video and audio input buttons.
Features
Bundled Software provided via two SD cards with the unit:
| SKU | BDLKULSR4KEXTR/3 |
|---|---|
| Power | 2 x built-in international AC power supply with IEC C14 inlet 120-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Computer Interface: Thunderbolt 3, PCI Express |
| Input/Output | SDI Video Input: 2 x 12 Gbps and 2 x 6 Gbps SD/HD/2K/4K SDI Video Loop: 4 x reclocked SD/HD/2K/4K linked to corresponding inputs SDI Video Output: 2 x 12 Gbps and 2 x 6 Gbps SD/HD/2K/4K SDI Video Repeated Output: 2 x 12 Gbps and 2 x 6 Gbps SD/HD/2K/4K Optical Fibre I/O: Upgradeable to optional 2 x 12 Gbps Optical Fiber HDMI In/Out: HDMI 2.0 type A connector with support for 2160p60 Analog Video In/Out: 1 x Component YUV on 3 BNCs, 1 x Composite NTSC/PAL on 1 BNC SDI Audio I/O: 16 channels embedded in SD/HD/2K/4K HDMI Audio I/O: 8 channels embedded in SD/HD/4K Mic Input: 1 x 48 V microphone input via XLR connector Timecode IN/OUT: 1 x XLR input Sync IN/OUT: 1 x Reference input / Blackburst in SD or Tri-Sync in HD |
| Recording Formats | 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, Apple ProRes 4444, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes LT, ProRes 422 Proxy, Uncompressed 8-bit/10bit/ 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10-bit 4:4:4 SD Formats Support: SDI: HD Formats Support: SDI: 2K: SDI: UHD Support: SDI: 4K DCI Support: SDI: SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 425M level A, SMPTE 425M level B, ITU-R BT.656, and ITU-R BT.601 SDI Video Sampling: 4:2:2, 4:4:4, and 4:4:4:4 SDI Color Precision: 8, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 and 8, 10, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 SDI Color Space: Rec.601, REC.709 SDI Configuration: SDI output is configurable for Quad Link 3 Gbps via Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility. When using single link 12 Gbps on SDI A or dual link 6 Gbps on SDI A and B, SDI C and D will output down-converted HD. SDI Metadata: HD RP188 Multi-Rate Support: HDMI and SDI video connections are switchable between SD/HD/2K and 4K. Component analog video connections are switchable between SD and HD. |
| Sample Rates/Bit Depth | 48 kHz and 24-bit |
| Weight | 3.9 kg / 8.6 lb |
| Dimensions | 48.3 x 24.1 x 8.9 cm / 19 x 9.5 x 3.5" |
| Additional Info | Operating Temperature: 5 to 40 C / 41 to 104 F Storage Temperature: -20 to 45°C /- 4 to 113 F Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing OS Requirements: Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite, 10.11 El Capitan or later |
| In The Box | 1 x Blackmagic Design UltraStudio 4K Extreme 3 1 x SD Card with Software and Manual 1 x SD Card with DaVinci Resolve |
