Multibridge is the
world’s first external PCI Express capture and playback solution that
instantly switches between SD, HD and 2K, in 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 video quality.
Connect to your PC or Mac with high speed 10 Gb/s PCI Express for the
world's highest quality editing system or use independently as a
bi-directional SDI video converter. With three models to choose from,
there is a Multibridge model for every workflow.
Capture and Playback
Multibridge connects
to your computer via PCI Express and works just like a capture and
playback card that plugs into your Mac or PC. All electronics are
contained in a compact external chassis connected to your computer via an
included PCI Express cable and plug in board. This unique design allows
space for lots of video and audio connections, and you can use Multibridge
as a video converter when not connected to your computer. All Multibridge
models are fully compatible with your favorite video software such as
Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro and more. High speed 10 Gb/s PCI
Express has 25 times faster bandwidth than FireWire so editing is
responsive. With 3 models to choose from, you can edit, design and paint
in SD, HD and 2K at 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 video quality.
New 3 Gb/s SDI Connections
The exciting new
Multibridge Eclipse model is the first editing solution to include the new
high speed 3 Gb/s SDI connection. 3 Gb/s SDI is the latest version of the
SDI video standard that allows 4:4:4 RGB and 2K film monitoring with a
single BNC type connection. 3 Gb/s SDI runs twice the data rate of normal
HD-SDI video, however instantly switches to traditional standard
definition and high definition SDI. 3 Gb/s SDI allows 4:4:4 RGB workflow
or Blackmagic Design's new full resolution 2K feature film quality 2048 x
1556 capture and playback. Only 2K via SDI allows feature film editing
with the convenience of a video workflow.
The All-in-one Converter
When you disconnect
the PCI Express cable from the host computer you have the ideal solution
for converting analog equipment to SDI-based digital systems, as all
Multibridge models will instantly switch into a bi-directional broadcast
video and audio converter. Simultaneously convert from digital to analog,
and analog to digital all at the same time with selectable audio embedding
and de-embedding.
HD Resolution Monitoring
You'll love the full
resolution HD monitoring that's included with Multibridge Extreme via the
built-in DVI-D dual link connection. Connect any DVI-D 23 inch LCD
computer monitor for full HD resolution monitoring at much lower cost than
a dedicated HD broadcast monitor. DVI-D monitoring is fully digital and
every single pixel in HD video is digitally mapped to each pixel on a 23
inch computer display, so you get incredible digital to screen quality.
Multibridge uses the new dual link DVI-D standard which combined with
extra processing power, lets you connect larger 30 inch computer displays.
Multibridge Pro and Multibridge Eclipse models include a HDMI output for
connection to a wide range of HDMI televisions and video projectors, so
you can show your clients big screen digital monitoring with full digital
quality. The Multibridge Eclipse model includes 3 Gb/s SDI so you can
monitor 2K film and HD-SDI via the new HDLink Pro which supports 2K via
SDI for native 2048 x 1556 monitoring.
Fully Featured Audio and Video Support
Need to be ready for HD while also
connecting to analog decks such as Betacam SP™? Multibridge models are
format agnostic and include enough video and audio inputs and outputs to
connect to virtually anything!
All Multibridge
models support both analog and digital audio conversion in an all-in-one
compact rack mountable chassis. Video connections include analog component
and composite NTSC/PAL and SD/HD-SDI digital connections. Multibridge
Eclipse also includes HDMI in and out. For audio, 2 channels of balanced
+4dB analog audio on standard XLR connectors is included with 4 channels
on Multibridge Eclipse models. AES/EBU digital audio inputs and outputs
are included on all models with each AES/EBU input featuring sample rate
conversion. A large number of AES/EBU connections are included with 4
channels on Multibridge Pro, 8 channels on Multibridge Extreme, and 12
channels on Multibridge Eclipse models. 2 channel RCA audio outputs are
included for HiFi audio monitoring.
World's Highest Quality
Fully compatible
with SDI and HD-SDI 4:2:2, Multibridge Extreme and Multibridge Eclipse
also feature Dual Link HD-SDI 4:4:4 connections for feature film quality.
Dual Link 4:4:4 is used on the latest Sony HDCAM SR decks, and contains
additional color detail giving you full RGB color bandwidth and extra
precision of up to 10 bit SDI video. When connected via PCI Express to a
host computer, this higher quality video can be captured and played back
completely uncompressed for amazing feature film quality. Multibridge
Eclipse takes a new lead in quality with the latest 3 Gb/s SDI technology,
so you can connect RGB 4:4:4 and 2K via a single SDI connection. 3 Gb/s
SDI technology is the video standard of the future for post production,
and allows "beyond HDTV resolutions". Multibridge is ideal for
connecting to Digital Betacam™ , Panasonic HD-D5™ or the new Sony
HDCAM SR decks. Uncompressed 10 bit video is the highest quality possible
from the SDI television system, and only uncompressed video will hold up
under heavy working conditions demanded by clients today while retaining a
delicate film look.
Standard Definition, HDTV or 2K Film
All Multibridge
models feature dual rate SDI and are completely format agnostic, so you
can switch between high definition or standard definition instantly.
Easily connect to 270 Mbps standard definition SDI equipment such as
Digital Betacam, as well as 1.485 Gbps high definition SDI equipment such
as HDCAM or HD-D5 or even the extreme quality of 10 bit 4:4:4 as used on
the new Sony HDCAM SR decks. With the ability to update new formats via
USB, you can connect to virtually any equipment now and in the future.
Multibridge is ideal if you're only working in standard definition, but
need to switch to high definition at any time. Now with the new
Multibridge Eclipse, you can even switch SDI speeds up to 3 Gb/s so you
can connect using 4:4:4 with a single SDI cable, and even edit in high
resolution 2K film in real time.
Compatible with all Video Software
Multibridge Extreme
and Multibridge Pro feature a high speed PCI Express connection so you can
connect to a host computer, while using a wide range of video software for
video capture and playback. Multibridge is compatible with QuickTime and
DirectShow so you can use any supported video software in either standard
definition, high definition, or even 4:4:4 10 bit RGB HD. Unlike pre-built
systems, with Multibridge you can customize your system for different
tasks simply by selecting the video software you prefer to use. Use Final
Cut Pro on Mac OS X, or Premiere Pro on Windows for editing, then combine
Adobe After Effects, Fusion and Photoshop for broadcast design and paint.
Finish your job by using DVD authoring software to give your clients a
DVD. That’s unlimited flexibility to work in any way you want. Finally
the choice is yours.
Down Conversion and Real Time Effects
Multibridge features
massive processing power - fantastic for broadcast quality HD down
conversion and other processing based features. Down conversion is great
when Multibridge Extreme is used as a standalone converter, or when
plugged into Mac OS X and Windows platforms via the built-in PCI Express
connection you can play back simultaneous HD and SD - great for monitoring
in both standards at the same time. Even complex multi layer HD editing
can be down converted and played out in standard definition all in real
time. Down conversion uses our custom polyphase interpolation and
filtering for incredible quality at the highest 10 bit precision.
Loads of Software Utilities Free
Multibridge includes
the famous DeckLink software, when connected to a host computer via PCI
Express, giving you a wide range of free software utilities. For broadcast
graphics and paint, we include Photoshop plug-ins for capture and output
of still frames. If you need DPX image sequence, our new FrameLink lets
you access QuickTime and AVI media as DPX files instantly. The famous Deck
Control application lets you control a deck remotely via RS-422 and
capture and play clips to and from tape with timecode accuracy - great for
broadcast designers. For easy disk array setup we include Disk Speed Test,
for a real-world check of your capture disk, with speed results displayed
in easy to understand video frames per second. When moving media between
systems, use the free Blackmagic Software Codec for opening and rendering
media even when you don’t have hardware installed.
Three Amazing Models
Multibridge comes in
three individual models to suit your workflow. Multibridge Pro provides
analog and SDI capture and playback in SD and HD, combined with HDMI
monitoring for only $1,595. Multibridge Pro's low cost also makes it a
great general purpose video converter. Multibridge Extreme adds more AES
audio channels, Dual Link 4:4:4 SDI video, and DVI monitoring for 2K
playback in a compact 1 rack unit size at $2,595. Multibridge Eclipse, at
$3,495 features a larger 2 rack unit size, so there is space for a massive
12 channels of AES, and 4 channels of balanced audio, HDMI in and out,
Dual Link 3 Gb/s SDI in and out, and an advanced front panel design with
status lights and 32 audio level meters. Multibridge models are packed
with so many features, you'll really need to check the Tech
Spec's page for the exact features each model includes! |
