Blackmagic MultiView 16

The Blackmagic MultiView 16 provides a multi-source monitoring solution for up to 16 video sources. It features 16 independent SD/HD/6G-SDI inputs for monitoring SD, HD, and Ultra HD sources, all at the same time and in any combination. It offers a simple interface with LCD screen and can display sources in a 2x2, 3x3 or 4x4 grid, or even in a solo view for full screen viewing.

Key Features: Blackmagic MultiView 16

• 16 10-bit 6G-SDI inputs
• Monitor SD, HD, or Ultra HD video formats in any combination at the same time
• Ideal for large control rooms with lots of incoming feeds, for live multi camera production or for use on location
• Advanced monitoring tools - custom labels, tally, audio meters and more
• SDI inputs automatically detect and re-sync's SD, HD and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p30
• Each view works as a completely independent video monitor
• 1 RU machined aluminum chassis
• Ethernet remote control software

Specifications:

Connections:

• SDI Video Inputs: 16 x 10-bit SD-SDI, HD-SDI and 6G-SDI
• SDI Video Outputs: 16 x 10-bit SD-SDI, HD-SDI and 6G-SDI
• SDI Rates: 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G
• SDI Video Multi View Outputs: 2 x 10-bit HD-SDI, 2 x 10 bit 6G-SDI
• HDMI Video Multi View Outputs: 1 x HDMI type A connector. Output supports EDID of the monitor
• SDI Reclocking: On all SDI outputs, auto switching between standard definition, high definition or 6G-SDI video
• Reference Input: Black Burst and Tri-Sync for SD, HD and 4K
• Multi Rate Support: Auto detection of SD, HD or 6G-SDI. Simultaneous viewing of 4K, HD and SD video
• Updates: USB 2.0 high speed (480Mb/s) interface or via Ethernet
• Configuration: RJ45 Ethernet or USB 2.0 for firmware updates and IP address setting

Standards:

• SD Video Standards: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
• HD Video Standards: 720p50, 720p59.94,720p60.1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50,1080p59.94, 1080p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
• 2K Video Standards: 2K DCI 23.98p, 2K DCI 24p, 2K DCI 25p. 2K DCI 23.98PsF, 2K DCI 24PsF, 2K DCI 25PsF
• Ultra HD Video Standards: 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30
• 4K Video Standards: 4K DCI 24p
• SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 310M, SMPTE 425M, SMPTE 425M-B,, ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601
• Audio Meters: Each view, VU standard
• Source Routing: Yes
• SDI Video Sampling: 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
• SDI Audio Sampling: Television standard sample rate of 48kHz and 24-bit
• SDI Color Precision: 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
• SDI Color Space: YUV or RGB for inputs, YUV for outputs
• SDI Auto Switching: Automatically selects between SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 6G-SDI on each input so that each input can be running a different television standard
• SDI Metadata Support: Video payload identification ancillary data as per SMPTE 352M

Control:

• Built in Control Panel: 16 buttons for local control of source routing with 5 buttons and scroll wheel for menu control. 2.2 inch color display
External Control Panel: Includes Blackmagic Videohub software control panel for Mac OS and Windows for routing sources to views. Supports Blackmagic Smart Control and Blackmagic Master Control hardware panels. Includes Blackmagic Videohub SDK and Ethernet Videohub Control Protocol
• RS-422 Control: RJ9 for external control

Display:

• Built in 1.5 inch LCD for menu settings

Power Requirements:

• Power Supply: IEC power cable required. 90 - 240V AC input
• Power Fail Protection: MultiView 16 settings preserved and restored instantly at power on
• Power over Ethernet: Can be powered via 48V DC using PoE+ (power over ethernet)
• Power Consumption: 45 Watts