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BlackMagic Design Smart Videohub 12x12 SDI Router

BlackMagic Design Smart Videohub 12x12 SDI Router

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Description

The Smart Videohub 12x12 is a compact, mixed-format SDI router designed for rental use in live production, broadcast, and mobile workflows. It combines a built-in control panel and monitoring with flexible 6G-SDI connectivity so rental customers can route SD, HD, and Ultra HD signals on a single unit without format converters.

Key Features

  • 12x 6G‑SDI inputs and 12x 6G‑SDI outputs, enabling simultaneous SD, HD, UHD 4K, and DCI 4K sources.
  • Auto-detects and switches standards, instantly handling SD, HD, Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160 up to 30p) and DCI 4K (4096 x 2160 at 24p).
  • Built-in SDI reclocking on every input for reliable signal integrity over long cable runs.
  • Supports 8-, 10-, and 12‑bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 signals with 10‑bit processing options and support for 16 channels of embedded audio per SDI link.
  • Front panel control and monitoring including on-screen labels, push-buttons, an LCD screen, and a spin knob for visual routing.
  • Network control options via Ethernet. Compatible with Videohub control software, Videohub Smart Control and Master Control panels, and an Apple iPad app.
  • Developer SDK included for custom control integrations on Mac and Windows.

Use Cases

  • Small broadcast trucks, fly-away kits, and event production where compact, multi‑format routing is required.
  • Studios needing support for mixed SD/HD/4K workflows without format conversion hardware.
  • Rentals that require straightforward local and remote control, visual routing feedback, and reliable SDI reclocking.

Included with your rental

  • Smart Videohub 12x12 unit in a machined aluminum 1RU chassis.
  • Videohub control software for Ethernet control, and compatibility with Videohub control panels and the iPad app.
  • Software developer kit for custom control solutions on Mac and Windows.
  • Customer must supply an IEC power cable; Ethernet cables and SDI cabling may be provided per rental agreement.

This router supports genlock and a reference input compatible with black burst and tri-sync, making it suitable for synchronized multi-device systems. The unit is intended for professional rental use where flexible format handling, dependable signal integrity, and multiple control options are needed.

We strive to provide impeccably maintained rental equipment for the entertainment industry that is prepped and ready for your event. Our experienced staff stands ready to help you with your lighting, video, rigging & production needs. Rental inventory availability may vary based on date and 4Wall location. In cases where your preferred item is unavailable, we'll do our best to suggest a suitable replacement.

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Features
  • 12x 6G-SDI inputs / 12x 6G-SDI outputs
  • Auto-detects between SD, HD, Ultra HD 4K, and DCI 4K and instantly switches standards
  • Built-in SDI reclocking on every SDI input
  • Supports 8-bit, 10-bit, and 12-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 signals
  • 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 color sampling with 10-bit processing
  • UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 30p
  • Supports DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 24p
  • HD Video Resolutions up to 1080p60
  • Supports 16 channels of embedded audio on each SDI signal
  • Genlock
  • Reference input compatible with black burst and tri-sync
  • Built-in video monitoring and spin knob control
  • Push buttons on front panel
  • On-screen labels support Unicode so they work in non-Roman character sets such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, German, French, Spanish, and more
  • Videohub control software included for control over Ethernet
  • Ethernet control allows direct connection to the computer network and is compatible with Videohub Smart Control and Videohub Master Control panels
  • Apple iPad control panel app available
  • Create your own custom router control with free software developer kit
  • Machined aluminum 1RU chassis
  • IEC power cable required
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