Blackmagic Video Assist Recorder & Monitor
Features
- 1920 x 1080 Touchscreen LCD
- Records 1080p up to 60 fps
- 10-Bit, 4:2:2 ProRes & DNxHD Encoding
- HDMI and 6G-SDI Video Inputs
- Loop-Through Video Outputs
Description
Add professional monitoring and high-quality recording to virtually any camera with the Blackmagic Video Assist . It features a 5" 1920 x 1080 display to help you frame and focus your shots, and provides 6G-SDI and HDMI inputs for recording the video output from professional and consumer cameras. The Video Assist records 10-bit 4:2:2 video up to 1080p60 to high-speed U1 SDHC/XC memory cards using industry-standard Apple ProRes (HQ, 422, LT, or Proxy) and Avid DNx codecs. A touchscreen interface allows you to adjust settings and access monitoring features such as histogram, zebra, focus peaking, audio metres, timecode display, and more. To power the monitor, a 110-240V AC power adapter is included. It also has dual battery slots on the rear that you power the monitor using Canon LP-E6 type batteries.
Features
5" Full HD Display
The front of the monitor features a bright 5" 1920 x 1080 display for evaluating your shots. On-screen controls allow you to vary the brightness and contrast depending on the shooting situation, and the wide 135° viewing angle makes it easy for multiple crew members to watch at the same time. It even auto rotates so no matter which way you mount it, the picture is always displayed correctly.
Touchscreen Interface
The 5" display provides intuitive capacitive touchscreen controls. Swipe gestures make it simple and quick to show or hide settings, such as capture resolution and format, as well as screen brightness and contrast. Swipe in another direction and you'll have access to additional controls, recording status, histogram, audio level, timecode, battery status, and more. The controls have a semi-transparent overlay, so you can still be able to keep an eye on every part of your shots.
6G-SDI and HDMI Connections
Video and audio are captured using 6G-SDI and HDMI 1.4 inputs, allowing you to record from professional cameras and camcorders, as well as popular DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. The 6G-SDI input even allows you to monitor Ultra HD footage. Loop-through outputs are provided so you can simultaneously display the live video or recorded clips on larger screens like HD broadcast monitors or HDMI projectors while you monitor and record on the Video Assist. Audio is embedded in the output and can also be monitored on headphones using the 3.5mm stereo jack.
10-Bit 4:2:2 ProRes & DNxHD Recording
The Blackmagic Video Assist records your video at the 10-bit 4:2:2 quality. Files are recorded on to high-speed U1 SD cards, using Apple ProRes (HQ, 422, LT, Proxy) or DNxHD codecs. These are industry-standard formats, so you can start editing immediately without having to convert the files. Recording can be automatically triggered on your Blackmagic Video Assist from the start/stop button on compatible cameras, so you can remain focused on getting the shot without having to worry about operating additional gear.
Power
A universal 110V to 240V AC power supply so you can use the Video Assist anywhere. Plug the AC adapter into the 12V DC input you get continuous power, or run off of dual Canon compatible LP-E6 type batteries. Intelligent battery management will use the battery with less charge first, then immediately switch to the other battery without interrupting recording. When connected to AC power, the batteries can be charged in parallel while the Video Assist is still being used.
Additional Features
- Histogram and zebra overlays for exposure aid
- Focus Peaking and Central Zoom to aid focus
- Timecode over SDI and HDMI
- Can control settings on Blackmagic Micro Cinema Camera
- Machined aluminium housing
- Built-in kickstand
- Six 1/4"-20 threaded mounting holes (three on top, three on bottom)
Specifications
Display | |
Type | LCD touchscreen |
Size | 12.7 cm |
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Viewing Angle | 135° |
Connections | |
SDI Video Input | 1 x SD/HD/3G/6G-SDI (DIN 1.0/2.3 connector) |
SDI Video Output | 1 x SD/HD/3G-SDI (DIN 1.0/2.3 connector) |
HDMI Video Input | 1 x HDMI Type A |
HDMI Video Output | 1 x HDMI Type A |
SDI Audio Input | 2 channels embedded in SD and HD in QuickTime files |
SDI Audio Output | 2 channels embedded in SD and HD in QuickTime files |
HDMI Audio Input | 2 channels embedded |
HDMI Audio Output | 2 channels embedded |
Audio Output | 1 x 3.5 mm stereo analogue audio output jack |
USB Interface | 1 x USB 2.0 (Mini-B connector) |
Recording | |
Recording Media | UHS-1 SDHC/SDXC cards |
Codecs Supported | Apple ProRes 422 HQ, 422, LT, Proxy Avid DNxHD 220x, DNxHD 145, DNxHD 45, DNxHD 220x MXF, DNxHD 145 MXF, DNxHD 45 MXF |
Supported Video Formats | SDI: 1920 x 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 1920 x 1080PsF 23.98/24 1920 x 1080i 50/59.94/60 1280 x 720p 50/59.94/60 625/50i PAL 525/59.94i NTSC HDMI: 1920 x 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 1920 x 1080i 50/59.94/60 1280 x 720p 50/59.94/60 480p60 576p50 625/25 PAL 525/29.97 NTSC |
Recording Time | With 128GB SD card: Apple ProRes 422 HQ: 1.61 hours ProRes 422: 2.43 hours ProRes LT: 3.47 hours ProRes Proxy: 7.9 hours |
SDI Video Sampling | 4:2:2 YUV |
SDI Audio Sampling | 48 kHz, 24-bit |
SDI Colour Precision | 10-bit |
SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 425M |
SDI Metadata Support | HD RP188 and closed captioning |
SDI Colour Space | REC 601, REC 709 |
HDMI Colour Precision | 10-bit |
HDCP Compatible | No |
General | |
OS Compatibility | Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite or later Windows 7 Windows 8 |
Power Requirements | 12 VDC |
Batteries | 2 x Rechargeable LP-E6 lithium-ion batteries |
AC Adapter | 110 to 240 VAC |
Operating Temperature | 5 to 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -21 to 45°C |
Relative Humidity | 0 to 90% non-condensing |
Dimensions | 14.30 x 3.05 x 8.99 cm |
Weight | 362.02 g |
In The Box
- Blackmagic Design Video Assist
- 12V Universal Power Supply with International Socket Adapters
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
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Details
- Product: Blackmagic Video Assist Recorder & Monitor
- Manufacturer: Blackmagic
- Model: HYPERD/AVIDAS5HD
- SKU: HYPERD/AVIDAS5HD
- RM Product #: 23283