The UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 from Blackmagic Design links your Thunderbolt 3 computer to any of a variety of video components for capture, playback, or streaming. This portable unit captures up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 via single-link 12G-SDI or up to DCI 4K30 4:2:2 video via HDMI. Record 12-bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) footage at rates up to DCI 4K30 and 8-/10-bit video at rates up to DCI 4K60.
A built-in LCD screen enables you to monitor your signal, and an SD card reader provides instant access to your SD media. The compact UltraStudio 4K Mini's Thunderbolt 3 interface offers lightning-fast connections and will trickle-charge a connected computer. Audio features include 16-channel SDI and 8-channel HDMI embedded input and output, a 3-pin XLR audio input, and a headphone output.
The UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 supports both compressed and uncompressed video, is Windows, macOS, and Linux compatible, and supports most popular codecs. The UltraStudio 4K Mini also supports 3D capture and playback via HDMI, plus 3D SDI playback at rates up to DCI 4K30. The free version of DaVinci Resolve and the additional software are included via a QR code download. Power the UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 via its internal 100-240 VAC adapter.
Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity
Lightning-fast Thunderbolt 3 connection with 45W power out for charging a connected laptop
Supports up to DCI 4K60 Video
8/10/12-bit HDR capture and playback with multi-rate support from SD to DCI 4K60
Compact Design
Portable design with front-panel control buttons, LCD with video, audio, and status information, XLR mic input, and an SD card slot
Supported Software
Including but not limited to:
Included Software
MacOS & Windows
Linux
System Connection | USB-C (Thunderbolt 3) |
Video Inputs | 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) 1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0b) 2 x Coax (Component) |
Audio Inputs | 1 x XLR 3-Pin 1 x 2RCA Stereo |
Video Outputs | 2 x BNC (12G-SDI) (Program) 1 x BNC (12G-SDI) (Loop Output) 1 x HDMI (HDMI 2.0b) 2 x Coax (Component) |
Audio Outputs | 1 x 2RCA Stereo Female 1 x 1/4" TRS Female |
Other I/O | 1 x USB-C 1 x DE-9/DB-9 Control |
Input Video Format | SDI (10-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 YUV) DCI 4K up to 60 fps SDI (12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 YUV) DCI 4K up to 30 fps UHD 4K up to 60 fps DCI 2K up to 60 fps DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps 1080p up to 60 fps 1080i up to 60 fps 720p up to 60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps HDMI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0) DCI 4K up to 60 fps UHD 4K up to 60 fps 1080p up to 60 fps 1080i up to 60 fps 720p up to 60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps |
Input Audio Format | Analog: 48 kHz |
Output Video Format | SDI (10-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2) DCI 4K up to 60 fps SDI (12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2) DCI 4K up to 30 fps UHD 4K up to 60 fps DCI 2K up to 60 fps DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps 1080p up to 60 fps 1080i up to 60 fps 720p up to 60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps HDMI (8/10/12-Bit 4:4:4/4:2:2/4:2:0) DCI 4K up to 60 fps UHD 4K up to 60 fps 1080p up to 60 fps 1080i up to 60 fps 720p up to 60 fps 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps |
Output Audio Format | Analog: 48 kHz |
Embedded Audio | SDI: 16-Channel HDMI: 8-Channel |
Standards
Video Standard Compliance | SMPTE 259M/274M/296M/424M/425M-A/425M-B/2048-1/ST-2036/ST-2081-10/ST-2082-10/ST-2108-1 |
HDR Compatibility | HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma |
Hardware
Media Card Reader | 1 x SD (Unspecified Type) (UHS-II [312 MB/s]) |
OS Compatibility | macOS 11.1 to 12.0 or Later Windows 10 to 11 (64-Bit Only) Linux *As of December, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Power I/O | 1 x USB-C Output 1 x Barrel Input |
Power Consumption | Power Supply: 100 to 240 VAC (75.3 W) |
Environmental
Operating Temperature | 41 to 104°F / 5 to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 90% (Non-Condensing) |
General
Certifications | FCC, ICES *as per Manufacturer |
Dimensions | 7 x 1.8" / 17.8 x 4.6 cm |
Weight | 2.65 lb / 1.2 kg |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 3.275 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 11.2 x 8.6 x 3.5" |