Blackmagic DeckLink Quad 2 – 8-Channel 3G-SDI Capture and Playback PCIe Card
The Blackmagic DeckLink Quad 2 is an advanced multi-channel PCI Express video capture and playback card designed for developers and systems integrators building high-performance broadcast, streaming, and media server solutions. It features 8 independent 3G-SDI connections that can be configured for any combination of input or output, offering unmatched flexibility for demanding multi-channel video workflows.
Each SDI channel supports video resolutions up to 1080p60, and the card includes a built-in reference input for sync. With full compatibility with industry-standard SDKs and software platforms—including Blackmagic’s DeckLink SDK, DaVinci Resolve, vMix, and more—the DeckLink Quad 2 is ideal for complex broadcast automation, ingest, playout, or live production systems.
Key Features:
- 8 x independent 3G-SDI channels (configurable as input or output)
- Supports SD and HD video formats up to 1080p60
- All channels can operate simultaneously in different modes and formats
- Built-in reference input for blackburst or tri-sync
- PCIe Gen 2 x8 interface for high-speed data transfer
- Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux systems
- Includes support for popular video software and Blackmagic DeckLink SDK
Technical Specifications:
- SDI Video Inputs/Outputs: 8 x bidirectional 3G-SDI connections
- Supported Formats: 525i59.94, 625i50, 720p, 1080i, 1080p up to 60 fps
- Video Sampling: 4:2:2 10-bit
- Color Space: YUV
- Reference Input: Blackburst and tri-sync
- PCIe Interface: PCIe x8 Gen 2 (compatible with x16 slots)
- SDK Support: Blackmagic Desktop Video SDK, available for free
- Operating System Support: macOS, Windows, Linux
Ideal For:
The DeckLink Quad 2 is ideal for developers, broadcasters, and system integrators requiring multi-channel SDI capture and playback in one compact PCIe card. Its unmatched flexibility and SDK support make it the go-to choice for video servers, ingest systems, live production, and automation environments.
Power your multi-channel broadcast pipeline with the Blackmagic DeckLink Quad 2 — built for professionals who need reliability and control at scale.