Blackmagic Video Assist
Technical Specifications
Description
Blackmagic Video Assist adds professional monitoring and high quality recording to any camera. SDI and HDMI inputs mean you can connect to any video camera or DSLR’s. The 5” full resolution HD monitor ensures perfect focus and framing and the professional ProRes and DNxHD recorder uses high speed SD cards and saves files compatible with modern NLE software. The touchscreen allows settings, histogram, audio meters, timecode display and much more. Slots for dual LP-E6 batteries.
Price
$495
Connections
SDI Video Inputs
1
SDI Video Outputs
1
SDI Rates
270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G
HDMI Video Inputs
1
HDMI Video Outputs
1
Analog Audio Inputs
None, embedded audio only.
Analog Audio Outputs
1 x 3.5 mm headphone jack.
SDI Audio Inputs
2 channels embedded in SD and HD in QuickTime files, 2 channels in Avid DNxHD MXF files.
SDI Audio Outputs
2 channels embedded in SD and HD in QuickTime files, 2 channels in Avid DNxHD MXF files.
HDMI Audio Inputs
2 channels embedded in SD and HD QuickTime files and Avid DNxHD MXF files.
HDMI Audio Outputs
2 channels embedded in SD and HD QuickTime files and Avid DNxHD MXF files.
SD Interface
1 x UHS-1 SD slot.
Storage Type
Removable SDXC UHS-1 and SDHC UHS-1 cards.
Supports DS, HS, SDR12, SDR25, DDR50, SDR50 and SDR104 SD cards.
Built in Speaker
None
Screen Dimensions
5 inch 1920 x 1080.
Recorder Configuration
Via the device's USB port or the device's user interface.
Computer Interface
1 x Mini-B USB 2.0 connector for initial setup, software updates and Video Assist Utility software control.
SDI Video Standards
SD Video Standards
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
HD Video Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
Ultra HD Video Standards
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97 and 2160p30. Monitoring only, down converts to HD.
SDI Compliance
SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 425M.
SDI Metadata Support
HD RP188.
Audio Sampling
Television standard sample rate of 48 kHz and 24-bit.
Video Sampling
4:2:2 YUV
Color Precision
10-bit
Color Space
REC 601, REC 709
Multiple Rate Support
SDI and HDMI switches between 270 Mb/s SD , 1.5 Gb/s HD , and 3.0 Gb/s 60P HD plus 6.0 Gb/s 30p Ultra HD.
HDMI Video Standards
SD Video Standards
525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
HD Video Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60,
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
HDMI Color Precision
10-bit
Copy Protection
HDMI input is unable to capture from copy protected HDMI sources. Always confirm copyright ownership before capture or distribution of content.
Media
Media
1 x UHS-I from SD/HD recording.
Media Type
SDXC UHS-I and SDHC UHS-I SD cards.
Supported Codecs
ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes 422, ProRes 422 LT, ProRes Proxy, DNxHD 220x, DNxHD 145, DNxHD 45, DNxHD 220x MXF, DNxHD 145 MXF, DNxHD 45 MXF.
Control
Recorder Control
Integrated capacitive touch LCD screen with onscreen controls for settings and navigating menus.
External Control
SDI start/stop, timecode run.
Operating Systems
macOS 10.12 Sierra,
macOS High Sierra 10.13 or later.
Windows 8.1 or Windows 10.
Physical Specifications
Power Requirements
Power Supply
1 x External 12V power supply.
LP-E6 Lithium-Ion batteries not included.
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
Storage Temperature
-21° to 45° C (-6° to 113° F)
Relative Humidity
0% to 90% non-condensing
What's Included
Blackmagic Video Assist
Universal power supply with international adapters
SD card with software and manual
Warranty
12 Month Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Excluding: batteries and cables which will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.