Blackmagic Media Dock

Hollywood and global streaming platforms like Apple+, Netflix and Amazon Prime continue to drive a seemingly insatiable demand for more immersive cinematic experiences, leading to an exponential acceleration in image sensor technology and subsequent leaps in image quality, resolution and framerates. Traditional media storage is generally embedded in digital film cameras, unable to be changed to keep pace with changing media formats developed to cope with massive increases in file size. Requiring constant media replacement simply to continue recording, this also results in workflow bottle necks on set, and difficulties when sharing files with post-production teams and other remote collaborators.

The Blackmagic Media Dock is an integral part of a revolutionary production workflow that offers editors, colourists and other collaborators real-time access to high-end video footage as soon as it is shot, from anywhere in the world. By mounting up to three high capacity Blackmagic Media Modules users have simultaneous, high speed access to media from multiple URSA Cine cameras. Four high speed 10G Ethernet ports allow up to four separate editing workstations to connect directly, maintaining performance even with multiple users connected at the same time.

Blackmagic Media module, a proprietary storage format developed in-house by Blackmagic Design, features a universal PCIe connection that future-proofs URSA Cine cameras, insulating them from obsolescence due to on-going technology developments. As faster, higher capacity storage technology emerges, it can be efficiently integrated into the housing to work seamlessly with both URSA Cine and Blackmagic Media Docks. Modules are already available in two variants: the cutting edge 8TB M.2 format that can record continuously for over four hours at the highest resolutions and frame rates, or CF version offering dual, hot-swappable CFExpress slots that enable users to leverage existing media.

•Integrated latch & handle prevents the removal of media module while connected. The latch actuates a micro switch, which disconnects the signal & prevents data corruption. •The transverse thermal management system can quietly dissipate heat away from modules or accelerate the airflow in demanding situations where greater heat dispersion is required. Spring loaded inner doors shut off airflow in vacant bays. •Compact, 2RU form factor designed to suit industry standard 19” equipment racks or portable road cases. •3 x removable and hot-swappable Blackmagic Media Modules. •4 x 10G Ethernet ports allow 4 separate edit stations to connect and edit directly. •Ethernet over USB-C enables transfer of media using a simple USB-C cable connected to a computer. •Dual AC power inputs for redundancy ensure mission critical reliability. •HDMI output allows users to see the status of media in real time on a TV or monitor.