Blackmagic Design SmartView Duo 2
Elevate your monitoring capabilities with the Blackmagic Design SmartView Duo 2, the ultimate solution for professional SDI monitoring in any environment. Engineered for the demands of live broadcast, mobile production, and post-production studios, the SmartView Duo 2 features two independent 8-inch LCD screens side-by-side in a sleek, space-saving 3 RU rack-mountable chassis. Its incredibly slim profile, at less than an inch deep, makes it perfect for crowded racks, outside broadcast (OB) vans, and portable flyaway kits where every inch and ounce counts.
Each 800 x 480 resolution display provides a crystal-clear picture and features an auto-selecting 3G/HD/SD-SDI input, ensuring seamless compatibility with virtually any video source, from standard definition up to 2K. The integrated tally system is a live producer's dream, displaying a clear red, green, or blue border around the active screen for unambiguous on-air status. There are no cumbersome mechanical controls to accidentally bump or damage; all adjustments are managed digitally via the intuitive Smart Ethernet Control software for Mac and Windows. This allows you to remotely configure, adjust, and perfectly color-match every monitor on your network from a single computer.
The SmartView Duo 2 is packed with intelligent features designed for a professional workflow. Each input has a re-clocked loop-through output for connecting to other equipment without signal degradation. For maximum viewing flexibility, the displays can be physically rotated upside down, and the internal processor will automatically flip the image to the correct orientation. With its robust build, wide format support, and included international power supply, the SmartView Duo 2 delivers the high-end monitoring experience you need to create an impressive "mission control" environment and ensure perfect quality control over all your video signals.
Key Features
- Dual 8" LCD Screens: Two independent monitors in a single, compact 3 RU rack-mount unit.
- Slim, Rack-Mountable Design: Less than 1-inch deep, ideal for OB vans, portable kits, and crowded control rooms.
- Wide SDI Compatibility: Auto-detecting 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs support formats from SD and HD up to 2K.
- Integrated Tally System: Displays a red, green, or blue border for clear on-air, preview, or custom status indication.
- Smart Ethernet Control: Remotely adjust and color-match all monitors on your network using the included Mac/Windows software.
- Professional Connections: Features re-clocked SDI loop-through outputs for each monitor.
- Auto-Image Rotation: Mount the unit upside down and the images will automatically flip for optimal viewing angles.
- International Power Supply: Includes a 12V DC power supply with socket adapters for use anywhere in the world.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 2 x 8-inch diagonal |
| Resolution | 800 x 480 |
| Rack Height | 3 RU |
| SDI Video Inputs | 2 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI (auto-switching) |
| SDI Video Outputs | 2 x SDI Loop-Through (re-clocked) |
| Supported SDI Formats | 525i, 625i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 2K DCI (up to 1080p60 & 2Kp25) |
| Tally Input | 9-pin D-sub connector |
| Control Interfaces | Ethernet (RJ45), USB 2.0 (for firmware updates) |
| Power Supply | 12V DC (universal power supply included) |
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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Incorrect items
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Shipping
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