Seamless, Zero-Latency 12G-SDI Routing for Professional Broadcasts
Step up to the next generation of professional video routing with the Blackmagic Videohub 20x20 12G. Engineered for the demanding pace of live production, broadcast, and high-end post-production, this advanced video router eliminates latency, providing an instantaneous and reliable connection for all your video sources. Its core strength lies in its incredible flexibility, allowing you to seamlessly connect and route any combination of SD, HD, and Ultra HD video formats simultaneously, without a single compromise on performance.
Designed to be the central hub of your studio, the Videohub 20x20 12G is packed into a compact and robust one-rack unit (1RU) chassis. The elegant front panel is built for speed and confidence, featuring a crystal-clear LCD screen that lets you visually confirm your sources before routing. This 'video-before-routing' capability, combined with crisp routing labels and video standard information, removes guesswork and prevents on-air errors. Take direct control with dedicated buttons for quick selections or use the precision-machined spin knob, which includes an electronic clutch for fluid and intuitive navigation through your sources and destinations.
Beyond its powerful front panel, the Videohub 20x20 12G is a technical powerhouse. It boasts 20 advanced 12G-SDI inputs and 20 12G-SDI outputs, future-proofing your workflow for resolutions up to 2160p60. Each output features automatic SDI re-clocking, which regenerates the video signal to ensure maximum signal quality over long cable runs—a critical feature for maintaining pristine broadcast standards. For integration into larger systems, the router includes Ethernet control, allowing you to manage it remotely using Blackmagic's free Videohub software for Mac and Windows, or even with optional hardware control panels. Whether you're building a new facility or upgrading an existing one, the Videohub 20x20 12G delivers the performance, control, and reliability your professional workflow demands.
Key Features
- Advanced 12G-SDI Technology: Features 20 x 12G-SDI inputs and 20 x 12G-SDI outputs.
- Zero-Latency Routing: Instantly routes video signals, perfect for live production and broadcast.
- Multi-Format Support: Simultaneously routes any combination of SD, HD, and Ultra HD video formats up to 2160p60.
- Integrated Control Panel: Front panel with LCD for video monitoring, direct input buttons, and a spin knob for easy control.
- Built-in SDI Re-clocking: All outputs automatically re-clock to regenerate the SDI signal for maximum quality.
- Compact 1RU Design: Fits perfectly into any standard equipment rack.
- Remote Ethernet Control: Manage the router via network using free software or optional hardware panels.
- Professional Connections: Includes reference input and output for stable studio timing.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Connections | |
| SDI Video Inputs | 20 |
| SDI Video Outputs | 20 |
| SDI Rates | DVB-ASI, 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G |
| Video Input Re-Sync | None |
| SDI Reclocking | On all SDI outputs |
| Reference Inputs | Tri-Sync or Black Burst |
| Reference Outputs | Reference terminating loop output |
| Computer Interface | USB-C |
| Ethernet | Supports 10/100/1000 BASE‑T |
| Standards | |
| SD Video Standards | 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL |
| HD Video Standards | 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p47.95, 1080p48, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30 |
| 2K Video Standards | 2Kp23.98 DCI, 2Kp24 DCI, 2Kp25 DCI, 2Kp29.97 DCI, 2Kp30 DCI, 2Kp47.95 DCI, 2Kp48 DCI, 2Kp50 DCI, 2Kp59.94 DCI, 2Kp60 DCI 2KPsF23.98 DCI, 2KPsF24 DCI, 2KPsF25 DCI, 2KPsF29.97 DCI, 2KPsF30 DCI |
| Ultra HD Video Standards | 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p30, 2160p47.95, 2160p48, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p60 |
| 4K Video Standards | 4Kp23.98 DCI, 4Kp24 DCI, 4Kp25 DCI, 4Kp29.97 DCI, 4Kp30 DCI, 4Kp47.95 DCI, 4Kp48 DCI, 4Kp50 DCI, 4Kp59.94 DCI, 4Kp60 DCI |
| SDI Compliance | SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 372M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M Level A & B, SMPTE 2081-1, SMPTE 2081-10, SMPTE 2082-10, ITU‑R BT.656 and ITU‑R BT.601 |
| SDI Auto Switching | Automatically selects between SD, HD, 3G, 6G and 12G-SDI on each input. |
| SDI Video Sampling | YUV 4:2:2 and RGB 4:4:4 |
| SDI Audio Sampling | Television standard sample rate of 48kHz and 24-bit. |
| SDI Color Precision | 10-bit YUV 4:2:2 in all modes. 10, 12‑bit RGB 4:4:4 in HD, 2K, Ultra HD up to 30p, and 4K DCI up to 30p. |
| SDI Color Space | REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020 |
| SDI Metadata Support | Video payload identification ancillary data as per SMPTE 352M. |
Shipping policy
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Note that you are always welcome to email info@dittools.eu or call (+372) 5556 0057 for a more accurate shipping time estimate, as this does vary depending on a number of factors.
Standard shipping
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Express shipping
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Special sales, demo items and promotions may have modified return policies. If an item from a bundle is returned for refund, the total bundle discount or the total value of the gifts will get deducted from the returned item prior to issuing a refund. If the bundle discount (or gift value) exceeds the value of the returned item, the difference must be paid to be able to return the item.
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If you would like to return any item(s), please contact us by either emailing info@dittools.eu or calling (+372) 5556 0057. We will share with you a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) code and ask that you clearly mark this code outside of your shipping box as you ship your item(s) back for a refund.
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Incorrect items
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Shipping
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