Blackmagic Design Videohub 20x20 12G

• 20 12G-SDI inputs and 20 12G-SDI outputs for versatile routing
• Supports SD, HD, and Ultra HD up to 2160p60
• Advanced 12G-SDI technology for long-distance, high-bandwidth video transmission
• Reclocking on all SDI inputs for signal integrity
• Compact 1RU rack-mountable design
• Real-time control via front panel, software, or hardware control panels
• Ethernet and RS-422 control for flexible integration

The Blackmagic Design Videohub 20x20 12G is a professional video routing solution that provides flexible and efficient management of video signals in small to medium-sized broadcast and post-production environments. With 20 12G-SDI inputs and 20 12G-SDI outputs, it offers reliable routing for SD, HD, and Ultra HD video signals, supporting resolutions up to 2160p60. The compact design, combined with its powerful routing capabilities, makes it a perfect fit for production trucks, control rooms, and studios.

The Videohub 20x20 12G is equipped with 20 12G-SDI inputs and 20 12G-SDI outputs, allowing you to route video signals between various sources and destinations seamlessly. Whether you're working with cameras, switchers, monitors, or recorders, this video router can handle a wide range of signals with ease, ensuring that video is transmitted quickly and reliably throughout your setup. This flexibility is especially valuable for workflows involving Ultra HD content, where high bandwidth and high frame rates are crucial.

With 12G-SDI technology, the Videohub 20x20 supports the latest video formats and resolutions, including Ultra HD up to 2160p60, over a single SDI cable. This not only reduces cable clutter but also enables longer cable runs without sacrificing signal quality. The 12G-SDI capability makes it a future-proof solution, ensuring compatibility with the latest Ultra HD video production requirements, while still supporting legacy formats like SD and HD for versatility.

The reclocking feature on all SDI inputs ensures that even long cable runs or lower-quality signals are automatically cleaned and regenerated before being routed to the outputs. This results in improved signal integrity and ensures the highest quality video is maintained across all routes. This feature is particularly important in environments where maintaining signal stability is critical, such as live broadcasting or high-end post-production.

Despite its advanced capabilities, the Videohub 20x20 12G is housed in a compact 1RU rack-mountable design, making it easy to integrate into your existing infrastructure without taking up much rack space. Its small form factor makes it ideal for use in portable production units, broadcast trucks, or smaller studios, where space is limited but performance is still a top priority.

The Videohub 20x20 12G offers real-time control through various interfaces, including the front panel, software control, and hardware control panels. The front panel features an intuitive layout with a clear display and buttons for immediate access to routing functions, while the software control provides more detailed configurations from a computer. It is compatible with Blackmagic Videohub control software, available on macOS and Windows, allowing users to make fast routing changes from a networked computer. Additionally, it supports Ethernet and RS-422 control for integration with external control systems or automation setups.

Designed for versatility, the Videohub 20x20 12G is ideal for a range of applications, including broadcasting, post-production, and live event production. It simplifies the management of multiple video sources and destinations, making it easy to send video signals from cameras to monitors, switchers, or recording systems. Its ability to handle multiple formats and resolutions simultaneously makes it invaluable in multi-format environments, whether you're working with SD, HD, or Ultra HD content.

The Videohub 20x20 12G is designed for easy integration into existing broadcast or post-production infrastructures. With support for Ethernet and RS-422 control, it can be integrated into automated systems or controlled remotely, providing greater flexibility and scalability for larger setups. Whether it's in a fixed installation or a mobile production environment, the Videohub 20x20 12G provides reliable, high-quality video routing.

The Blackmagic Design Videohub 20x20 12G is a powerful, compact, and reliable video router that offers the flexibility and scalability needed for modern broadcast and post-production environments. With its 12G-SDI technology, real-time control options, and durable design, it is an ideal solution for handling Ultra HD video signals, ensuring high performance and future-proof capabilities in any professional setup.

Dimensions:

• Width: 482 mm (18.98 inches)
• Depth: 211 mm (8.31 inches)
• Height: 44 mm (1.73 inches) – 1 rack unit (1RU)

Weight:

• 2.95 kg (6.50 lbs)

Power Requirements:

• Input Voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
• Power Usage: 40W

Video Input:

• 20 x 12G-SDI (BNC) inputs
• Supports SD, HD, Ultra HD, and 4K (up to 2160p60) video formats
• Automatic input detection for SD, HD, 6G, and 12G-SDI signals

Video Output:

• 20 x 12G-SDI (BNC) outputs
• Supports SD, HD, Ultra HD, and 4K video formats
• Automatic output format switching based on the input signal

Video Standards:

• SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M, 2081, and 2082
• SDI Video Rates: 270 Mb/s, 1.5G, 3G, 6G, and 12G-SDI
• SDI Color Precision: 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
• SDI Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020

Control:

• Ethernet for remote control via Videohub Smart Control Pro or Videohub Master Control Pro
• USB-C for firmware updates and initial setup
• Front panel with interactive buttons and LCD display for local control

Reclocking:

• SDI Reclocking on all SDI inputs for signal integrity

Operating Conditions:

• Operating Temperature: 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
• Storage Temperature: -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
• Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing