Blackmagic Design DeckLink Extreme 6G SDI Capture Card

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Extreme 6G SDI Capture Card is a professional video capture and playback interface designed for broadcast, post-production and professional video workflows. It provides SDI connectivity for integrating compatible video equipment with a computer-based production system, making it suitable for applications such as live production, editing, broadcast workflows, monitoring and video capture. As with other professional DeckLink hardware, compatibility depends on the computer’s expansion interface, supported video formats, software and the specific SDI equipment being connected. For production teams in Nairobi and across Kenya, it is a specialist solution for building or expanding professional video infrastructure.

Product Features

Professional SDI Video Connectivity

The DeckLink Extreme 6G is designed for professional video environments that use SDI connections. SDI is widely used for connecting professional cameras, switchers, recorders and other broadcast video equipment.

6G-SDI Technology

The card supports 6G-SDI, providing a high-bandwidth SDI interface for compatible professional video workflows. The exact video format and resolution supported depend on the selected signal standard and connected equipment.

Video Capture and Playback

DeckLink cards are designed to provide video capture and playback between compatible video equipment and computer-based applications. This makes the card useful for production systems where SDI video needs to be brought into or sent out from a workstation.

Professional Production Workflows

The card is intended for professional environments such as broadcast production, post-production and live video workflows. It can form part of a larger system involving cameras, switchers, recording equipment and professional video software.

Integration with Blackmagic Software

Blackmagic Design provides software and drivers for its DeckLink hardware. Compatibility and available functionality depend on the operating system, software application and installed Blackmagic Desktop Video software version.

Computer-Based Video Infrastructure

A dedicated capture card provides a direct hardware interface between professional video equipment and a compatible computer. This can be useful where an internal workstation-based solution is preferred over an external USB capture device.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Blackmagic Design
• Product family: DeckLink
• Model: DeckLink Extreme 6G
• Product type: Professional video capture and playback card
• SDI standard: 6G-SDI
• Primary interface: SDI
• Application: Professional video capture and playback
• Installation: Internal computer expansion card
• Video workflow: Capture and playback
• Software support: Blackmagic Desktop Video software
• Operating system compatibility: Dependent on current Blackmagic Design software and hardware requirements
• Supported video formats: Dependent on the specific DeckLink Extreme 6G configuration and supported software
• Maximum supported resolution: Not specified here
• Audio specifications: Not specified here
• Physical dimensions: Not specified here

What Is an SDI Capture Card?

An SDI capture card provides a hardware connection between professional video equipment and a computer. Instead of connecting a camera or other SDI source directly to a conventional computer display connection, the SDI signal is handled by the capture hardware and made available to compatible production software.

This makes an SDI capture card particularly relevant to broadcast studios, production companies and professional video environments where SDI is already part of the infrastructure.

Applications

The Blackmagic Design DeckLink Extreme 6G SDI Capture Card can be considered for:

• Broadcast video production
• Live video production
• Professional video capture
• Post-production systems
• SDI camera integration
• Video editing workstations
• Broadcast monitoring workflows
• Studio production systems
• Professional video recording workflows
• SDI-based video infrastructure

Compatibility Considerations

Before purchasing the DeckLink Extreme 6G, confirm the exact model, computer expansion slot, operating system, video format and software requirements for your production system.

The SDI equipment being connected must also use a compatible signal standard. If you are integrating cameras, switchers or other broadcast equipment, check their SDI outputs and supported video formats before ordering.

For professional production environments, it is also important to confirm the required number and type of SDI inputs and outputs for the specific workflow rather than assuming that every DeckLink model provides the same connectivity.

Buying Considerations in Kenya

For broadcast and production equipment, compatibility is particularly important. Before sourcing a DeckLink card, establish what your production system needs to capture or output, which SDI standard your equipment uses and which software application will handle the video workflow.

If the card is being installed into an existing workstation in Nairobi, also verify that the computer provides the appropriate expansion interface and sufficient system resources for the intended workflow.

Where a production system requires a specific number of SDI connections, resolution or audio configuration, those requirements should be matched against the manufacturer’s documentation for the exact DeckLink model before purchase.

Why Choose Zeneric Networks Limited

Zeneric Networks Limited supplies professional technology and equipment for customers in Nairobi and across Kenya. For specialist video equipment, we focus on matching the hardware to the intended production workflow, existing equipment and compatibility requirements.

If you are setting up a broadcast workstation, expanding an SDI-based production system or integrating professional video equipment with a computer, the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Extreme 6G can form part of a suitable professional capture and playback solution.

Contact Zeneric Networks Limited to check current availability and pricing for the Blackmagic Design DeckLink Extreme 6G SDI Capture Card in Nairobi, Kenya, or request a quotation for your video production requirements.