Product Overview The Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio HD Plus is a compact, broadcast-quality recorder and player in a half-rack-width 1 RU chassis for studio, location, or rack use. It offers one 6G-SDI input, one HDMI 2.0 input, two 6G-SDI outputs, and an HDMI output, with loop-through and 3G-SDI monitor outputs plus reference and timecode I/O, recording to SD UHS-II and USB media. Key Specs Broadcast recorder/player in half-rack 1 RU Records up to 4K DCI at 30 fps; plays up to 2160p30 1x 6G-SDI in, 1x HDMI 2.0 in; 2x 6G-SDI out, HDMI out ProRes, DNxHD, and H.264 to SD UHS-II and USB Jog/shuttle wheel, LCD, RS-422, 1G Ethernet Product Description Take a compact broadcast-quality record/playback deck with you on location, in the studio, or built into a rack with the Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio HD Plus. The 1 RU tall recorder is 1/2 of a rack wide and powers from 100 to 240 VAC or via an optional 12 VDC power supply for portability. Featuring one 6G-SDI input, one HDMI 2.0 input, two 6G-SDI outputs, and one HDMI 2.0 output, this unit is a compact recording/playout powerhouse. A loop-through output and 3G-SDI monitor output as well as reference and timecode in/out, allow this device to fit into a broadcast environment. Two SD card slots allow you to capture with virtually unlimited record time, and the unit also supports recording to USB disks via the USB Type-C output port. The HyperDeck Studio HD Plus features a front-panel button control and a jog/shuttle wheel for an analog scrubbing feel. RS-422 control is supported for external control, and you can also control the unit using either the USB port or over Ethernet at 1G speeds for faster deck control and file transfers via the RJ45 connector. An integrated LCD on the front panel allows you to monitor the video. UHD 4K Recording and Playback The HyperDeck Studio HD Plus records UHD and DCI 4K video at up to 30 fps. The 6G-SDI outputs allow fill and key playback up to 1080p60. Video Inputs 6G-SDI, and HDMI 2.0 inputs. Video Outputs Two SDI outputs support 1080p60 and 2160p30, and a loop-through output sends the input signal downstream to monitors, switchers, or other devices. HDR The HyperDeck Studio HD Plus supports HDR video and 33-point LUTS on the 3G-SDI output. Supported Codecs ProRes: Apple ProRes 422 HQ QuickTime, ProRes 422 QuickTime, ProRes 422 LT QuickTime, ProRes 422 Proxy QuickTime. DNxHD: DNxHD 220x, DNxHD 220x MXF, DNxHD 145, DNxHD 145 MXF, DNxHD 45, DNxHD 45 MXF for 720p and 1080p HD formats up to 60 fps H.264: H.264 SDI 4:2:2 10-bit, H.264 High 420 8-bit, H.264 Medium 4:2:0 8-bit, H.264 Low 4:2:0 8-bit for all progressive formats up to 1080p60 VTR-Style Controls Features VTR-style front-panel controls for record and playback; a built-in jog/shuttle wheel provides analog-style control over your playback. Broadcast-style deck control front-panel buttons connect to a dedicated RS-422 output. Remote The unit is controllable via RS-422 control and over the Ethernet or USB port. Built-In LCD Monitor The unit's front panel also features a built-in LCD screen that allows you to monitor input or play back video. Audio Output The unit features a built-in speaker as well as a 1/4" headphone jack. Included Software The HyperDeck Studio HD Plus includes Blackmagic OS and Blackmagic HyperDeck Setup. Features Records up to 4K DCI at 30 fps Plays Back up to 3840 x 2160 at 30 fps 1 x 6G-SDI Input, 1 x HDMI 2.0 Input 1 x HDMI 2.0 and 2 x 6G-SDI Outputs Records ProRes, DNxHD, and H.264 Records in H.264 SDI 4:2:2 10-Bit Front-Panel Buttons, Jog Wheel, LCD Timecode and Reference Input/Output 1/2 Rack-Mountable Form Factor USB Type-C, 1G Ethernet, RS-422 Specifications Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Studio HD Plus Specs Connectivity Video Input 1 x BNC, 6G-SDI 1 x HDMI 2.0 Type A Video Output 1 x BNC, 6G-SDI Loop-Out 2 x BNC, 6G-SDI 1 x HDMI Type A, 2.0 1 x USB Type-C (Webcam or External Recording of SD, HD, 2K DCI) 1 x BNC, 3G-SDI (Monitor Out) Timecode In: 1 x BNC Out: 1 x BNC Reference Tri-Sync or Black Burst Input Connector: 1 x BNC Output Connector: 1 x BNC Audio Input None (Embedded Audio Only, 16 Channels) Audio Output Headphone: 1 x 1/4" Phone Device Control 2 x RS-422 Deck Control Port on DB9 Female Ethernet 1 x RJ45 for Remote Operation Media Interface 2 x SD Slots Media Type: UHS I and UHS II Format: ExFAT or HFS+ Standards Supported Resolutions 4K 4096 x 2160p: 30/29.97/25/24/23.98 3840 x 2160p: 30/29.97/25/24/23.98 2K 2048 x 1080p: 0/29.97/25/24/23.98 HD 1920 x 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1920 x 1080i: 60/59.94/50 1280 x 720p: 60/59.94/50 SD NTSC PAL SDI Compliance SMPTE 259M//292M/296M/372M/424M/425M Level A and B SMPTE 2084 SMPTE 2108‑1 SDI Metadata Support HD RP188 and Closed Captioning CEA‑708 HDR Metadata Supported on SDI Video Sampling 4:2:2 YUV Color Depth 10-Bit Color Space Rec. 601 Rec. 709 Rec. 2020 33-Point 3D LUTS Can Be Applied to SDI Monitor Out HDR Support Hybrid Log‑Gamma, ST2084 300, ST2084 500, ST2084 800, ST2084 1000, ST2084 2000, ST2084 4000, ST2084 Multi Rate Support Autodetection of SD, HD, and 6G-SDI Audio Sampling Television Standard 48 kHz, 24-Bit Supported Codecs ProRes HQ QuickTime 422 QuickTime LT QuickTime Proxy QuickTime for Formats up to 1080p60 DNxHD 220x 220x MXF 145 145 MXF 45 45 MXF for 720p and 1080p HD Formats up to 60 fps H.264 SDI 4:2:2 10-Bit High 4:2:0 8-Bit Medium 4:2:0 8-Bit Low 4:2:0 8-Bit for Progressive Formats up to 1080p60 System Requirements Operating System macOS: 10.15 (Catalina), 11.5 (Big Sur) or Later Windows: 10 64-Bit General Rack Height 1 RU Power Supply AC 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz DC 12 VDC; 1 x 4-Pin XLR Consumption 100 W Max Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C Storage Temperature -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C Relative Humidity 0 to 90% Non-Condensing Dimensions 8.27 x 6.96 x 1.74" / 21.01 x 17.68 x 4.42 cm Weight 1.8 lb / 0.82 kg Packaging Info Package Weight 3.85 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 10.5 x 10.5 x 3.5" Frequently Asked Questions What formats does it record? ProRes, DNxHD, and H.264, up to 4K DCI at 30 fps. What media does it record to? SD UHS-II cards and external USB-C disks. Can it be remotely controlled? Yes, via RS-422, USB, or Ethernet.
