Blackmagic Design DeckLink IP 100G Card with Video Capture & Playback

The Blackmagic DeckLink IP 100G is a high-performance PCIe Gen 4 capture and playback card engineered for professional broadcast environments utilizing SMPTE 2110 IP network systems. It supports up to eight simultaneous Ultra HD video channels via dual 100G Ethernet QSFP28 ports, providing full redundancy and ensuring robust, uninterrupted workflows. This card is designed to meet the evolving demands of modern live and post-production workflows, offering seamless integration into IP-based broadcast infrastructures.

• Multi-Channel IP Video I/O: Simultaneous capture and playback of up to 8 Ultra HD or HD video channels and supports SMPTE 2110 IP systems with full standards compliance for video, audio, and metadata.

• Dual 100G Ethernet Ports:

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Two 100G QSFP ports for redundancy or connection to separate network switches and provides stable, high-bandwidth IP video connectivity for demanding workflows.

• Ultra-Low Latency Processing:

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Supports GPUDirect RDMA for direct data transfers to GPUs, minimizing latency and ideal for real-time GPU-based tasks like AI, VFX, and live broadcast graphics.

• High Quality Video Support: Works with 10-bit uncompressed video for the highest fidelity and supports formats like ProRes, DNxHD, and others for flexible post-production use.

• Flexible Format Compatibility: Supports SD, HD, and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60 each video channel can be configured independently.

• Secure and Isolated Design: Built-in frame buffers act as a video firewall, isolating IP video from general network traffic and protects against rogue software or unauthorized access to the 2110 IP network.

• Optimized for Creative Software: Compatible with DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Media Composer, and more and works seamlessly with tools like Fusion, After Effects, and Photoshop.

• Live Streaming Ready: Ideal for building live streaming workstations using OBS, Wirecast, or XSplit and converts 2110 IP video into high-quality live streams.

• Developer-Friendly: Includes free SDK for Mac, Windows, and Linux and perfect for custom broadcast, post-production, and automation solutions.

• Compact and Powerful:

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PCIe Gen 4 card with active cooling for use in high-performance workstations and designed for Mac Pro, Windows, and Linux computers.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

• PCIe Gen 4 capture/playback card for SMPTE 2110 IP video systems

• Simultaneous capture/playback of up to 8 Ultra HD or HD video channels

• Dual 100G Ethernet QSFP ports for full redundancy or switch separation

• Integrated cooling system

• Designed for live production, broadcast graphics, virtual sets, and AI-based video processing

NETWORK & CONNECTIVITY:

• Network Ports: 2 x 100G Ethernet QSFP

• Redundant connectivity or connection to dual 100G switches

• IP Protocols: SMPTE-2110-20 (video), -21 (timing), -30 (audio), -40 (ancillary)

• Precision Time Protocol (PTP): IEEE 1588-2008 (PTP v2), ST 2059-1, ST 2059-2

• Frame buffer isolation for enhanced IP network security

• Functions as a video-based firewall-no direct IP exposure to host software

PERFORMANCE & COMPATIBILITY:

• Supports GPUDirect RDMA for direct GPU memory transfers

• Compatible with Mac Pro, Windows, and Linux systems

• Supports DaVinci Resolve for real-time 2110 IP color grading and editing

• Works with major software: Final Cut Pro, Media Composer, Premiere Pro, Fusion, After Effects, Photoshop

• Simultaneous capture and playback per channel

VIDEO FORMATS SUPPORTED:

• Standard Definition: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL

• HD Formats: 720p, 1080i, 1080p up to 1080p60

• Ultra HD: Up to 2160p60

• Multi-rate support for SD, HD, Ultra HD per channel

• Independent format configuration for each video channel

CODEC & COMPRESSION:

• Uncompressed 10-bit video capture and playback

• Supports Apple ProRes, DNxHD, and other popular formats

• Blackmagic IP10 codec for 2160p59.94 and 2160p60 to reduce data rates with only 8 samples of latency

• Codec designed to use minimal FPGA resources

DEVELOPER SUPPORT:

• Free SDK for Mac, Windows, and Linux

• Includes low-level hardware control and high-level interfaces

• Designed for integration into custom broadcast and graphics applications

• Fully compatible with existing DeckLink-based software

USE CASES:

• Real-time broadcast graphics generation

• GPU-accelerated VFX and AI image processing

• Color correction and finishing with DaVinci Resolve

• Multi-channel streaming via OBS, Wirecast, Xsplit, and more

• Remote production workflows with ATEM Streaming Bridge