Video Boards
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Video Board Recommendations
Before performing any driver changes or updates, it is recommended to stop processes and services (e.g., Cinegy Capture engines) that use SDI cards. Please note that most of the cards require a reboot or even a power cycle to finalize driver processing/firmware updates. Ensure that autostart is disabled for the applications or services. Processes and services that automatically start after reboot and access card/driver may prevent this update from normal processing and finishing.
The following SDI boards are supported for ingest in Cinegy Capture:
The packages of the recommended driver and tools for SDI boards can be downloaded from the Cinegy Partner portal or the Cinegy Customer portal.
Multichannel Blackmagic and Deltacast cards, as well as latest-generation AJA cards allow working with channels in different TV formats on condition that their frequency is consistent.
Blackmagic Design
The minimal supported Blackmagic Design driver version is specified in the following table, but a newer driver version could be used.
| Model | Minimal Supported Driver Version | UHD Support | RS-422 Control |
|---|---|---|---|
DeckLink SDI |
11.6 |
− |
+ |
DeckLink HD Extreme 3D |
11.6 |
− |
+ |
DeckLink Duo |
11.6 |
− |
− |
DeckLink Duo 2 |
11.6 |
− |
− |
DeckLink Quad |
11.6 |
− |
− |
DeckLink Quad 2 |
11.6 |
− |
− |
DeckLink SDI 4K** |
11.6 |
+ |
+ |
DeckLink SDI 4K PRO |
11.6 |
+ |
− |
DeckLink SDI 8K PRO* |
11.6 |
+ |
− |
DeckLink Studio 4K** |
11.6 |
+ |
+ |
DeckLink 4K Extreme** |
11.6 |
+ |
+ |
DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G |
11.6 |
+ |
+ |
DeckLink Mini Recorder |
11.6 |
− |
− |
Intensity Pro 4K |
11.6 |
+ |
− |
Intensity Shuttle |
11.6 |
− |
− |
* Supported in Single Link (1.5G - 12G), Dual Link (2x1.5G - 2x6G), Quad Link/2SI (4x 3/12G) modes with TV formats up to UHD 4320p59.94. Please note: DCI formats and 64-channel audio are not yet supported in Cinegy products.
** The board does not support VANC playback or capture in UHD mode due to the board’s limitation.
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Caution
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Blackmagic Design DeckLink cards should be used with caution for critical installations 24/7 due to their high dependency on host hardware. The workflow should be carefully tested before deciding on using these cards in production. |
AJA
Please note that multi-channel AJA cards of the old generation (specifically Corvid22, Corvid24, and Kona3G) do not support working with channels in different TV formats.
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Caution
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Please note that due to OS changes, running old AJA firmware using later versions of Cinegy software may cause a known issue. If you cannot access the correct number of inputs on the board after installing the new Cinegy software, then a firmware upgrade will be required. |
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Caution
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Cinegy Capture v26.5 supports upgraded AJA drivers. Until other Cinegy products, e.g. Cinegy Multiviewer, are updated to support these drivers, customers should avoid running them on the same machine as Cinegy Capture whenever possible. |
| Model | Recommended Driver Version | UHD Support | RS-422 Control | Ext. Timecode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Kona LHi |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
− |
+ |
+ |
Kona LHe+ |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
− |
+ |
+ |
Kona 3G |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
+ |
+ |
+ |
Kona 4 |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
+ |
+ |
+ |
Kona IP / Kona IP 25 |
17.1.x.x |
- |
- |
- |
Corvid |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
− |
+ |
OnRef LTC |
Corvid 3G |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
− |
+ |
OnRef LTC |
Corvid 22 |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
− |
+ (2x) |
2x LTC |
Corvid 24 |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
+ |
+ (2x) |
2x LTC |
Corvid 88 |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
+ |
+ |
OnRef LTC |
Corvid 44 |
17.1.x.x–17.5.x.x |
+ |
+ |
OnRef LTC |
Deltacast
| Model | Recommended Driver Package | UHD Support | RS-422 Control | Ext. Timecode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DELTA-hd-elp-d 44* |
6.19 |
up to p29.97 |
− |
− |
DELTA-hd-elp-d 62* |
6.19 |
up to p29.97 |
− |
− |
DELTA-hd-elp-d 80* |
6.19 |
up to p29.97 |
− |
− |
DELTA-3G-elp-d 8c |
6.20 |
up to p60 |
− |
− |
DELTA-3G-elp-d 4c |
6.20 |
up to p60 |
− |
− |
DELTA-3G40-hd40-elp-d |
6.20 |
up to p60 |
− |
− |
DELTA-3G-elp-d 40 |
6.20 |
up to p60 |
− |
− |
DELTA-ip-ST2022-6 10 |
6.20 |
up to p50 |
− |
− |
DELTA-ip-ST2110-6 10 |
6.20 |
up to p50 |
− |
− |
* DELTA-hd-elp boards have only passive heat sinks for cooling. At least 5 mph airflow in the chassis is recommended, especially when using multiple boards.
SDI Signal Source Parameters Recommendations
The following settings are supported:
| Parameters | DVS/Deltacast/AJA | Blackmagic Design |
|---|---|---|
SDI Signal |
SMPTE 292M (1.5G) |
SMPTE 292M (1.5G) |
SDI Level |
A |
A |
Color coding |
10-bit YCbCr |
10-bit YCbCr |
HD formats |
Single-link 1.5/3G |
Single-link 1.5/3G |
UHD formats |
Quad-link 1.5/3G |
Single-link 6G |
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Note
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RGBA (Fill&Key) dual-link is supported as a special mode only for Cinegy Air products |