Get portable recording and playback via 3G-SDI, HDMI, and analog connections for broadcast-quality 10-bit video up to 1080p60. The device works with Mac, Windows, and Linux computers with USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 connections. You can record and play back all formats up to 1080p60 in full 10-bit YUV format, or up to 1080p30 and 2K DCI in 12-bit RGB format. HDMI output for monitoring on a big-screen TV or projector, two SDI outputs for fill and key playback, and analog audio and video inputs.

Connections
SDI video inputs
1 x 3 Gb/s, switchable between SD and HD.

SDI video outputs
2 x 3 Gb/s, switchable between SD and HD, support fill and key.

SDI rates
270 Mb, 1.5 G, 3 G

Optical SDI
None

HDMI video inputs
None

HDMI video outputs
1 x HDMI 1.4b Type A connector.

Analog video inputs
Y, B-Y, R-Y/NTSC/PAL.

Analog video outputs
None

Analog audio inputs
2 x 1/4-inch jacks for balanced and unbalanced analog audio.

Analog audio outputs
None. Embedded audio only.

SDI audio inputs
16 channels, embedded in SD and HD.

SDI audio outputs
16 channels, embedded in SD and HD.

HDMI audio outputs
2 channels, embedded in SD and HD.

Timecode connection
None. RP-188 only.

Reference input
Tri-Sync or Black Burst.

Computer interface
USB Type-C® with support for USB 40 Gbps.

Supported codecs
AVC-Intra, AVCHD, Canon XF MPEG2, Digital SLR, DV-NTSC, DV-PAL, DVCPRO50, DVCPROHD, DPX, HDV, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, XDCAM HD422, DNxHD, DNxHR, Apple ProRes 4444, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422, Apple ProRes LT, Apple ProRes 422 Proxy, Uncompressed 8-bit 4:2:2, Uncompressed 10-bit 4:2:2.

Software
Included software
Media Express, Disk Speed Test, LiveKey, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic driver for Mac and Windows. Media Express, Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility, and Blackmagic driver for Linux.

Internal software update
The firmware is built into the software driver. The software driver loads updates when the system starts or through update software.

Software applications

DaVinci Resolve
Fusion
Final Cut Pro
Adobe Premiere
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Photoshop
Avid Media Composer
Avid Pro Tools
Steinberg Cubase
Steinberg Nuendo

Other supported applications include:
The Foundry Nuke, Grass Valley Edius, Sony Catalyst Production Suite, Tools On Air Just: Play & Live & In, Softron MovieRecorder & MReplay, Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder, Telestream Wirecast, 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, Autodesk Flame, Zoom.

These are third-party applications, and support may vary; please check with the software provider.

SD video standards
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD video standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60

2K video standards
2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI
2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI

Ultra HD video standards
None

4K video standards
None

SDI compatibility
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, and SMPTE 425M - Level A and Level B.

SDI metadata support
RP 188/SMPTE 12M-2 and subtitles.

SDI audio sampling
Television rate of 48 kHz and 24 bits.

SDI video sampling
4:2:2 and 4:4:4

SDI color space
Rec. 601, Rec. 709

Support for multiple rates
SDI video connections can be switched between standard and high definition. SDI switches between 270 Mb/s, 1.5 Gb/s, and 3 Gb/s.

HDMI video standards
SD video standards
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

HD video standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60

HDMI audio
Television rate of 48 kHz and 24 bits.

HDMI video
4:2:2 and 4:4:4

HDMI color space
Rec. 601, Rec. 709

Mixed-rate support
HDMI video connection can be switched between SD and HD.

Hardware frame buffer
v210 (10-bit YUV), 2vuy (8-bit YUV), ARGB, BGRA (8-bit RGB), r210 (10-bit RGB), R12B, R12L (12-bit RGB).

Color precision
HDMI
8-bit RGB 4:4:4 up to 1080p30 and 8-, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all standards.

SDI
8-, 10-, 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 up to 1080p30 and 8-, 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all standards.

Computer capture
1 x USB Type‑C®, supporting USB 40 Gbps on Mac and Windows. Powered by the host computer's USB‑C port. Includes Blackmagic Desktop Video SDK.

Control
Built-in control panel
None. Supports the Teranex Mini Smart Panel with a 2.2-inch color display for video preview, audio meters and status.

Device control
1 x RS-422 for deck control

Processing
Color space conversion
Real-time, via hardware.

Down-conversion to HD
Real-time hardware down-conversion to 10-bit resolution on SDI B output when playing back HD video formats. Selectable letterbox, anamorphic 16:9 and center cut 4:3 styles.

Real-time effects
Final Cut Pro X internal effects. Adobe Premiere Mercury Playback Engine effects. Avid Media Composer internal effects. DaVinci Resolve.

Physical installation
Desktop or rack mount.
One-third rack width, 1 rack unit high. Compatible with the optional Blackmagic Universal Rack Shelf.

Computer interface
The host computer requires a 40 Gbps USB Type-C® port.

Operating systems

Mac 26.0 Tahoe,
Mac 27.0 Golden Gate or later.
Windows 10, 64-bit version.
Windows 11.
Linux

Power requirements
Powered via USB. Requires a computer with a 40 Gb/s USB Type‑C® port.

Accessories
Teranex Mini Smart Panel

Blackmagic Universal Rack Shelf

What's included
UltraStudio Express HD

Welcome wallet with QR code to download the software

Warranty
1-year limited manufacturer's warranty.