Key Features

• 12G-SDI & HDMI 2.0 Input/Output
• 1 x 40 Gb/s Thunderbolt 3 Interface
• 3" LCD Status/Preview Screen
• DCI 4K60 4:2:2 Single-Link 12G-SDI I/O
• DCI 4K30 4:4:4 Single-Link 12G-SDI I/O
• DCI4K60 4:4:4 via HDMI
• 8-, 10- & 12-Bit Processing
• 2K/HD/SD via SDI or HDMI
• RS-422 Deck Control
• macOS, Windows & Linux Compatible

The UltraStudio 4K Mini Thunderbolt 3 from Blackmagic Design links your Thunderbolt 3 computer to any of a variety of video components for capture, playback, or streaming. This portable unit captures up to DCI 4K60 4:2:2 via single-link 12G-SDI or up to DCI 4K30 4:2:2 video via HDMI. Record 12-bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) footage at rates up to DCI 4K30 and 8-/10-bit video at rates up to DCI 4K60. A built-in LCD screen enables you to monitor your signal, and an SD card reader provides instant access to your SD media. The compact UltraStudio 4K Mini's Thunderbolt 3 interface offers lightning-fast connections and will trickle-charge a connected computer. Audio features include 16-channel SDI and 8-channel HDMI embedded input and output, a 3-pin XLR audio input, and a headphone output.

Versatile Compatibility

The UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 supports both compressed and uncompressed video, is Windows, macOS, and Linux compatible, and supports the most popular codecs. The UltraStudio 4K Mini also supports 3D capture and playback via HDMI, plus 3D SDI playback at rates up to DCI 4K30. The free version of DaVinci Resolve and the additional software are included via a QR code download. Power the UltraStudio Mini 4K Thunderbolt 3 via its internal 100-240 VAC adapter.

Thunderbolt 3 Connectivity

Lightning-fast Thunderbolt 3 connection with 45W power out for charging a connected laptop.

Compact Design

Portable design with front-panel control buttons, LCD with video, audio, and status information, XLR mic input, and an SD card slot.

Supports up to DCI 4K60 Video

8/10/12-bit HDR capture and playback with multi-rate support from SD to DCI 4K60.

Supported Software

Including but not limited to:

• DaVinci Resolve
• Fusion
• Final Cut Pro X
• Adobe Premiere Pro CC
• Avid Media Composer
• Adobe After Effects CC
• Avid Pro Tools
• Steinberg Cubase
• Steinberg Nuendo
• Adobe Photoshop CC

Included Software

MacOS and Windows

• DaVinci Resolve, Media Express
• Disk Speed Test, LiveKey
• Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
• Blackmagic driver

Linux

• Media Express
• Blackmagic Desktop Video Utility
• Blackmagic driver