Blackmagic Streaming Decoder 4K

Overview
Decodes H.264 and H.265 streams to SDI and HDMI, supports streaming via Ethernet or tethered phones via USB, and includes remote camera control, talkback, and tally features. The Blackmagic Streaming Decoder also allows for mobile remote streaming by tethering to 5G or 4G phones, and its USB connection functions like a webcam for compatibility with all video software. The device comes with Blackmagic Streaming Utility software for Mac and Windows, and its 1/3rd rack width design enables three streams in a single rack unit with both AC and DC power connections for redundancy.

Blackmagic Design has announced the Blackmagic Streaming Decoder, a new live streaming processor that decodes H.264 and H.265 video streams from an encoder or camera to HDMI or SDI in HD or Ultra HD. The device also offers talkback, camera control, and tally features, and can be paired with the Blackmagic Streaming Encoder for high-quality video links in broadcast quality HD and Ultra HD. The Blackmagic Streaming Decoder is compatible with most Blackmagic Design cameras with built-in streaming capabilities, allowing for point-to-point video transmission between remote locations and enabling remote collaboration with features like camera control, talkback, and tally.

Included in box
1x Blackmagic Streaming Decoder 4K
1x Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.

About the Blackmagic Streaming Decoder 4K
Blackmagic Design Announces New Blackmagic Streaming Decoder

New live streaming processor for decoding H.264 and H.265 video streams from an encoder or camera to HDMI or SDI in HD or Ultra HD with talkback, camera control and tally.

Blackmagic Design announced the Blackmagic Streaming Decoder, a new streaming processor that decodes the live H.264 and H.265 streams from an encoder or camera and converts it to SDI or HDMI with talkback, tally and camera control. In addition, the name of the Blackmagic Web Presenter will be changed to Blackmagic Streaming Encoder so both models are easier to understand and there is a matching set of streaming encoder and decoder products. Together, these two products allow broadcasters to build high quality video links across the world in true broadcast quality HD and Ultra HD.

Blackmagic Streaming Decoder is a streaming processor that lets customers build internet broadcast links with the Blackmagic Streaming Encoder. The Blackmagic Streaming Decoder 4K receives the H.264 or H.265 stream from the Blackmagic Streaming Encoder and converts it to SDI and HDMI video. Plus most Blackmagic Design cameras have built in streaming such as Blackmagic Studio Camera Pro, PYXIS, URSA Cine and URSA Broadcast G2, so customers can stream directly from these cameras without additional hardware. This means customers can send video point-to-point between remote locations. The Blackmagic Streaming Decoder also has a 12G-SDI “reference” input that lets customers connect SDI tally, camera control plus talkback and send it back up to the encoder end. Everyone is remote, but still working together.

Customers can connect to the internet using their phone’s mobile data for maximum flexibility when streaming from a remote location or as a backup for their primary Ethernet connection. For convenience, both the front and rear panels feature USB-C connections that can be used for phone tethering. Plus it works with the latest high speed 5G phones, as well as 4G phones. If the internet fails, Blackmagic Streaming Decoder will automatically switch its internet connection to use a connected phone. Customers can also choose to prioritize either the Ethernet connection or the phone connection.

Most Blackmagic Design cameras support camera control, talkback and tally from an ATEM switcher via an SDI control protocol. Control is for all cameras and is embedded into the ATEM SDI outputs, and then customers select the specific camera number on the camera. This also works for cameras with built-in streaming. To do this, customers connect the Blackmagic Streaming Decoder’s REF input to the ATEM switcher’s SDI output. Customers can also use the Blackmagic Streaming Encoder for cameras without streaming. Control is embedded into the SDI monitoring output of the Streaming Encoder, to connect to the Blackmagic camera’s SDI input.

Both the Blackmagic Streaming Encoder and Blackmagic Streaming Decoder use the modular Teranex Mini design allowing rack mounting. The ultra-portable design is only 5.5 inches wide, allowing customers to mount three in a single rack unit for simultaneous streaming to multiple independent services.

Connections
SDI Reference Inputs 1
SDI Video Outputs 1
SDI Reference Outputs 1
SDI Rates 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G
HDMI 2.0 Video Outputs 1
Live Stream Audio Inputs / Outputs 2 channels embedded Live Stream audio on output.
2 channels embedded Program audio on input.
2 channels embedded talkback audio on input.
SDI Audio Inputs 16 channels embedded audio on 12G-SDI Ref In.
SDI Audio Outputs 16 channels embedded audio on 12G-SDI Ref Out.
2 channels embedded audio on 12G-SDI Out.
HDMI Audio Outputs 8 channels embedded audio on Monitor Out.
Webcam Outputs 1 x USB-C up to 2160p60
Ethernet Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BASE-T for live streaming, configuration and software updates.
Standards
HD Video Input Standards 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60,
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60,
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60,
1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30
2K Video Standards 2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI, 2Kp29.97 DCI, 2Kp30 DCI, 2Kp50 DCI, 2Kp59.94 DCI, 2Kp60 DCI, 2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI, 2KPsF29.97 DCI, 2KPsF30 DCI
Ultra HD Video Input Standards 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60
4K Video Standards 4 Kp23.98 DCI, 4Kp24 DCI, 4Kp25 DCI, 4Kp29.97 DCI, 4Kp30 DCI, 4Kp50 DCI, 4Kp59.94 DCI, 4Kp60 DCI
SDI Compliance SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B
Video Input Colour Space Rec. 709, Rec. 2020
3G SDI
Auto detects SMPTE level A or B on SDI input.
HDMI HD Video Standards 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
HDMI Ultra HD Video Standards 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p62
HDMI 4K Video Standards 4Kp23.98 DCI, 4Kp24 DCI, 4Kp25 DCI, 4Kp29.97 DCI, 4Kp30 DCI, 4Kp50 DCI, 4Kp59.94 DCI and 4Kp60 DCI.
HDMI Colour Precision 4:2:2
HDMI Colour Space YUV
Video Streaming Standards 720p25, 720p30, 720p50, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60
Streaming
Direct Streaming Receives (RTMP) H.264 or (SRT) H.265 streams from the Blackmagic Streaming Encoder or compatible Blackmagic cameras.
Closed Captions Web Presenter 4K supports embedding CEA‑608 and CEA‑708 closed captions in your live RTMP stream.
Timecode Support source timecode over RTMP and SRT streams on 12G-SDI Out.
Control
Control Panel Built in control panel including 6 buttons, spin knob control and 2.2 inch colour display.
Device Control Front panel, USB‑C or Ethernet.
External Control Supports remote camera control, colour corrector, tally and talkback.
REST API over Ethernet for external control via HTTP when used with REST client applications.
Displays
Displays Built in 2.2 inch LCD for monitoring video, audio and status plus menu settings.
Operating Systems
Operating Systems Mac 13.0 Ventura,
Mac 14.0 Sonoma or later.
Windows 10, 64-bit.
Windows 11.
Linux
Chrome OS
Power Requirements
Power Supply 1 x Internal 100 – 240V AC.
12V DC Input 1 x 4-pin XLR for +12V DC input for external power supply or battery use.
Power Usage TBA
Physical Installation
Physical Installation One third rack unit width, 1 rack unit height.
Physical Specifications
Dimensions Width: 5.51 in
Depth: 6.9 in
Height: 1.75 in
Weight 1.66 lb
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C (32° – 104°F)
Storage Temperature -20° to 45° C (-4° to 113° F)
Relative Humidity 0% to 90% non-condensing
Warranty 1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.

Decodes H.264 and H.265 streams to SDI and HDMI
Supports streaming via Ethernet or tethered phones via USB.
Supports remote camera control, talkback and tally
Tethers to 5G or 4G phones for mobile remote streaming.
USB looks like a webcam allowing support for all video software.
Includes Blackmagic Streaming Utility software for Mac and Windows.
1/3rd rack width design allows 3 streams in a single rack unit.
Both AC and DC connections allow redundant power.