Blackmagic Desktop Video 11.5.1 Improves Genlock For Capture and Playback Devices
Blackmagic releases firmware for its DeckLink capture cards and a Desktop Video manual.
Desktop Video 11.5.1 is the latest firmware for Blackmagic Design's DeckLink capture and playback cards.
Video capture cards convert video signals into digital data compatible with a computer and record it. They're ideal for creators and filmmakers who want to capture a video source from cameras, decks, or live feeds directly into an editor or effects program.
Blackmagic offers multiple DeckLink cards that support a range of resolutions and inputs including 12-SDI, 6G-SDI, and HDMI. The cards support 12-bit RGB, 4:4:4 image quality, and frame rates up to 60fps. They can also capture resolutions of SD, HD, 4K, and 8K as well as stereoscopic 3D. The DeckLink 8K Pro is one of a series of flagships and offers Quad link 12G-SDI capture and playback up to 8K DCI.
For creators and filmmakers with HDMI supported cameras, the DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder provides PCIe capture with up to 4 HDMI inputs. It's ideal for a multi-camera video podcast or live stream.
Desktop Video 11.5.1
DeckLink 8K Pro Updates:
macOS and Windows only
- Fix intermittent issue when playing back SD video modes in Media Composer.
All platforms
- Improve genlock compatibility when using multiple channels
- Improve compatibility with SMPTE 425-1 when outputting 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 UHD and 4K DCI signals
- Improve compatibility with Sonnet Thunderbolt 3 chassis
- Fix issue where captured audio may appear on unintended channels
- Fix audio and video input stream time misalignment after a repeated source change
- Add support for VANC passthrough during internal keying
DeckLink Quad HDMI Recorder Updates:
- Improve compatibility with PlayStation 4 Pro and Canon DSLR cameras
- Fix intermittent issue where some inputs may not be available on startup
- Improve support for DVI video modes
- Fix issue where captured audio may appear on unintended channels
DeckLink Duo 2 and DeckLink Quad 2 Updates:
- Fix issue where captured audio may appear on unintended channels
- Add support for VANC passthrough during internal keying
- Fix issue with VANC output when pixel format conversion is enabled
- General performance and stability improvements for all models
Desktop Video Manual
Blackmagic has also released an updated Desktop Video manual with over 80 pages of information. Available in 11 different languages, the guide walks you through setup, capturing and playback, encoding, and integrating with DaVinci Resolve or third-party software. It's available for download here.
To download Desktop 11.5.1, visit the Blackmagic Design support page.
Source: Blackmagic Design