Description
With four bi-directional SDI interfaces, the ?Blackmagic Design DeckLink Duo 2 is a versatile video I/O card for professional video workflows. Since each SDI interface can be configured to be either an input or an output, a computer with this card installed can be purposed as a media playout system, a multi-screen digital signage server, a live keyer, a real-time multi-channel capture system, or a combination of the above to fit your specific workflow of the moment. A reference input is also available for syncing with other studio equipment.
Processing
- Colorspace Conversion: Hardware-based real-time
- HD Down Conversion: Built-in, high-quality software down converter from HD to SD on output. Down converted SD selectable between letterbox, anamorphic 16:9 and center cut 4:3 styles.
- HD Up Conversion: Built-in, high-quality software up conversion from SD to 720HD or 1080HD on input. Selectable between 4:3 pillar box, 14:9 zoom, and 16:9 zoom
- Cross Conversion: Built-in, high-quality hardware cross conversion from 720HD to 1080HD, 1080HD to 720HD on playback
- Real-Time Effects Support: Final Cut Pro X internal effects, Premiere Pro CC Mercury Playback Engine effects, Avid Media Composer internal effects
Software Compatibility
The DeckLink Duo 2 interfaces with many popular NLE, DAW, and professional software programs including:
- Blackmagic Design: DaVinci Resolve, Fusion 8
- Apple: Final Cut Pro X
- Adobe: Premiere Pro CC, After Effects CC, Photoshop CC
- Avid: Media Composer, Pro Tools
- Stienberg: Cubase, Nuendo
