Blackmagic Design Reveals HyperDeck Shuttle 2 SSD Video Recorder

Blackmagic Design Pty. Ltd. has released a new version of its HyperDeck Shuttle Solid State Disk recorder.

HyperDeck Shuttle 2 replaces the existing model and adds broadcast quality 10-bit recording and playback to the Avid DNxHD format for the same price of $345.

It is shipping and available from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide. HyperDeck 2.0 software public beta is available to download (you need to register) from the Blackmagic Design web site. Any customer who has HyperDeck Shuttle 2 can download this software update to add DNxHD compressed recording.

HyperDeck Shuttle now records the highest quality uncompressed or compressed video formats onto SSDs in the smallest possible size. It is small and battery powered. For direct camera mounting, HyperDeck Shuttle Mounting Plate can be added to provide multiple pre drilled 1/4" and 3/8" mounting holes.

HyperDeck Shuttle turns low cost cameras into high end broadcast cameras because it allows video file recording to bypass the camera’s compression by recording from SDI and HDMI directly to 10-bit uncompressed QuickTime or Avid DNxHD MXF formats. SSDs can be plugged into an eSATA dock for instant access to the media files.

DNxHD is a broadcast industry standard for media files and adding native support for this compressed video format into HyperDeck Shuttle will allow longer recording times, lower media storage costs, and provide file format compatibility with Avid Media Composer systems. All media is recorded in MXF format that’s available for all Avid Media Composer systems and video applications including Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve.

SSDs are the latest computer disk technology that features flash storage in a small 2.5-inch size. Using SSDs with HyperDeck Shuttle provides video recording with fast speed, low power consumption and silent operation. This is a replacement for mechanical tape based acquisition and also eliminates complicated and expensive disk arrays. With no moving parts, SSDs are robust and can handle shocks and vibrations that would destroy conventional hard drives or videotapes.

With SDI and HDMI inputs and outputs, HyperDeck Shuttle works with virtually every camera, deck or monitor and plugs into monitors or televisions for preview. It can also be used as a video playback source for digital signage systems or connected to a live production switcher for recording events and then used for live playback.

"Recording DNxHD files straight to disk now costs less per minute than recording to professional tape plus it’s the most efficient workflow possible," said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design. "A 64Gb SSD is less than $100 and will record 50 minutes of the highest quality DNxHD video! This update means that both HyperDeck Studio and HyperDeck Shuttle customers can record broadcast quality DNxHD files for less than $2 a minute."

HyperDeck Shuttle Key Features

• Capture and playback with SSDs in uncompressed and compressed 10-bit quality.
• 10-bit capture and playback of uncompressed QuickTime and compressed Avid DNxHD MXF files.
• SSD is removable for editing, and changing to blank disks.
• 3 Gb/s SDI input using mini coax SDI connector and HDMI input. Auto selects.
• 3 Gb/s SDI output using mini coax SDI connector and HDMI output.
• Power supply connection also recharges battery.
• USB connection for software updates and settings.
• Machined out of solid block of aluminum for maximum strength and attractive design.
• File compatibility with Media Composer, Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and more.

HyperDeck Shuttle 2 is shipping from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide.