Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle 4K Pro 2TB

Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle 4K Pro 2TB

The Blackmagic Design HyperDeck Shuttle 4K Pro 2TB is a high-performance broadcast recorder and playback deck designed for both studio and field use. This "Pro" configuration integrates a high-speed internal 2TB NVMe SSD, providing massive onboard storage capacity for high-bitrate Ultra HD recording without the immediate need for external media.

Professional Recording Standards

The HyperDeck Shuttle 4K Pro is engineered to handle a wide variety of professional codecs and resolutions:

• H.264, H.265, and ProRes Support: Record in everything from highly efficient H.264 (SD/HD) and H.265 (Ultra HD) to production-standard Apple ProRes 422 HQ.

• 4K Ultra HD Performance: Supports playback and recording of all formats up to 2160p60.

• Instant Action Playback: Features a large, tactile search dial (shuttle/jog wheel) for frame-accurate scrubbing, making it ideal for instant replays or quick clip reviews during a live event.

High-Speed 2TB Internal Storage

The standout feature of this model is the integrated 2TB NVMe storage. This provides several workflow advantages:

• High Data Rates: The internal SSD is fast enough to handle the massive throughput required for 10-bit 4K recording without dropped frames.

• Redundancy: In addition to the internal drive, the unit features an SD card slot and a USB-C expansion port, allowing you to record to multiple destinations for safety.

• Media Management: Files recorded to the internal 2TB drive can be accessed via the high-speed 10G Ethernet port, allowing the HyperDeck to function as a network-attached storage (NAS) device for editors.

Connectivity and Integration

Despite its compact tabletop design, the HyperDeck Shuttle 4K Pro features full-sized broadcast connections:

• 12G-SDI I/O: Single-link 12G-SDI supports the latest high-frame-rate Ultra HD equipment.

• HDMI 2.0 Input/Output: Connect directly to cameras, projectors, or big-screen televisions for high-quality monitoring.

• 10G Ethernet: Supports incredibly fast file transfers, remote control via the Blackmagic HyperDeck Ethernet Protocol, and power over Ethernet (PoE+).

• Webcam Output: The USB-C port allows the HyperDeck to appear as a 1080p webcam on any computer, enabling you to play back professional clips directly into Zoom, OBS, or Skype.

Advanced Broadcast Features

• Built-in Timecode Generator: Allows the unit to act as a master clock for a multi-camera shoot, ensuring all footage is perfectly synced in post-production.

• Teleprompter Support: The HyperDeck can be used as a high-resolution teleprompter engine, reading standard text files and displaying them with adjustable scroll speeds.

• Blackmagic OS: Features the same intuitive software found in Blackmagic cameras, providing a clear heads-up display (HUD) for audio levels, timecode, and transport status.

Operational Benefit

The inclusion of the 2TB internal drive transforms the HyperDeck from a simple recorder into a robust media server. You can load 2TB worth of clips, graphics, and stingers onto the internal drive and use the tactile jog wheel to fire them off instantly during a live broadcast, all without worrying about the physical fragility of SD cards or external USB cables.

Deployment Tip

When using the HyperDeck in a network environment, use the 10G Ethernet connection to upload files directly to the internal 2TB SSD from your edit suite. This "hot-loading" capability allows you to update playback assets in real-time while the unit is still rigged in the studio or OB van.