Blackmagic Design Universal Videohub 288 Rack Frame - Switching grid

Introducing Blackmagic Design Universal Videohub 288 Rack Frame

Blackmagic Design Universal Videohub 288 Rack Frame features an 18-unit rack chassis that measures less than 16 centimeters deep. It also offers an Ethernet port, a serial port, third-party device control and redundant power sources. Universal Videohub 288 is an affordable solution, so you can familiarize yourself with the product and gradually increase its size by adding redundant connections as your needs change!

Rack-mountable chassis that lets you install up to 72 interfaces with SDI BNC or SDI fiber optic connections, plus one 72 x 72 or two 288 x 288 crosspoint cards and up to two power supply cards. Add a single crosspoint card for a low-cost solution, or two crosspoint and power supply cards for full redundancy. Includes fan compartment and removable fans.

Customize your switching grid with 3Gb/s SDI and fiber optics!

Universal Videohub lets you customize your high-end matrix switcher with 3Gb/s SDI and fiber optic interfaces to support SD, HD, 4:4:4 and 2K formats. The Universal Videohub grid chassis is available in two different sizes for 72 x 72 or 288 x 288 crossover points. Each grid interface card has 4 inputs and 4 outputs. Choose your combination and configure the grid to include SDI, fiber optic or both interfaces.

Numerous switches

Universal Videohub is the ideal tool for routing SDI and fiber optic signals. Routing is carried out using 3Gb/s SDI, and video signals can be sent and received over long distances using fiber optics. This system is ideal for large studios and large-scale events. Route SDI or fiber-optic signals from one device to another, and vice versa, with ease. Only Universal Videohub lets you customize its chassis and make the most of interface cards and power sources.

Innovative design

Universal Videohub 72 supports up to 18 interface cards, and Universal Videohub 288 supports up to 72 cards. Both solutions are ideal for broadcast and post-production studios with a large amount of equipment. Interface cards can also be hot-swapped during live production.

Ingenious design

The ingenious design of Universal Videohub allows you to configure them to suit your needs perfectly. For example, the grids incorporate crossover points and redundant power supplies, and if you need to work with more interface cards, you can choose a larger chassis model.

Automatic SDI switching

3Gb/s SDI connections automatically switch between SD, HD and 2K video formats, as well as 4:4:4, enabling you to transfer video between editing software, recorders, monitors and other devices. Simultaneously route SDI signals via copper or fiber-optic cables on the same grid.

Modular interface boards

Each SDI and fiber optic SDI interface card includes 4 inputs and 4 outputs, plus a breakout cable connector for remote control. The niversal Videohub Deck Control Cable provides 4 independent RS-422 connections. The SDI and fiber optic interface cards support 16 SDI channels of integrated SDI audio to route audio channels with video. What's more, the interface cards are all the same size and fit perfectly into the Universal Videohub 72 and 288 models. Upgrade your equipment as your needs change.

Universal Videohub 72 or 288

Universal Videohub 72 is a scalable 3Gb/s SDI switcher with a serial port. You can add fiber optic or copper SDI interface cards to adapt the 72 x 72 SDI matrix to your needs. The Universal Videohub 72 chassis measures just 5 rack units and 16 centimeters deep. It supports a 72 x 72 crosspoint card and a power supply card. Universal Videohub 288 is a high-end 3Gb/s SDI switcher with a serial port. With a choice of boards supporting 72 x 72 or 288 x 288 crosspoints, you can customize the matrix chassis with hot-swappable fiber optic or SDI BNC modules featuring a serial port. If you need redundant connections, add a second crosspoint card for rock-solid reliability. Each input automatically detects standards, and each output is synchronized. Universal Videohub 288 features an 18-unit rack chassis that measures less than 16 centimeters deep. It also offers an Ethernet port, a serial port, control of third-party devices and redundant power sources. Universal Videohub 288 is an affordable solution, so you can familiarize yourself with the product and gradually increase its size by adding redundant connections as your needs change!