Blackmagic Design Videohub 80x80 12G Zero-Latency Video Router

The Blackmagic Videohub 80x80 12G is a high-capacity 12G-SDI video router engineered for professional broadcast, post-production, and live production environments where ultra-high bandwidth and precise routing flexibility are critical. Featuring an expansive 80x80 12G-SDI matrix, it supports all SD, HD, and Ultra HD formats up to DCI 4K/60p, with full 10-bit and 12-bit 4:4:4 video processing to maintain uncompromised image quality across the signal path.

This robust 4RU rackmount unit combines hardware switching with intuitive software control, making it ideal for managing complex video workflows. With redundant power supplies, reference input/output, and Ethernet/USB connectivity, the Videohub 80x80 offers the reliability and integration flexibility required in critical AV infrastructures.

The integrated 5-inch front panel LCD provides real-time status monitoring, routing feedback, and fast local control through its tactile buttons and knob, streamlining operation even without external software. Its support for a wide range of industry standards—including SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M, 2082-10—ensures maximum compatibility with broadcast and production equipment.

Whether in a large-scale control room, OB van, or facility-wide signal distribution network, the Blackmagic Videohub 80x80 12G delivers the performance, scalability, and professional reliability demanded by today's 4K video systems.

Blackmagic Design Videohub 80x80 – Technical Specifications

General Specifications

• Switching Type: Pushbutton, Software
• Processing Resolution: DCI 4K at 60
• Color Processing:
  • 8-Bit 4:2:2
  • 10-Bit 4:2:2
  • 12-Bit 4:4:4
• Audio Processing: 48 kHz / 24-Bit

Video Input

• Inputs: 80x BNC (12G-SDI)
• Input Formats:
  • SDI (10/12-Bit 4:4:4 RGB, YUV)
    • DCI 4K up to 30 fps
    • UHD 4K up to 30 fps
    • DCI 2K up to 60 fps
    • DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080p up to 60 fps
    • 1080PsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080i up to 60 fps
  • SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 RGB, YUV)
    • DCI 4K up to 60 fps
    • UHD 4K up to 60 fps
    • DCI 2K up to 60 fps
    • DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080p up to 60 fps
    • 1080PsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080i up to 60 fps
    • 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps
    • 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
    • 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps
• Embedded Audio Input: SDI

Video Output

• Outputs: 80x BNC (12G-SDI)
• Output Formats:
  • SDI (10/12-Bit 4:4:4 RGB, YUV)
    • DCI 4K up to 30 fps
    • UHD 4K up to 30 fps
    • DCI 2K up to 60 fps
    • DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080p up to 60 fps
    • 1080PsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080i up to 60 fps
  • SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 RGB, YUV)
    • DCI 4K up to 60 fps
    • UHD 4K up to 60 fps
    • DCI 2K up to 60 fps
    • DCI 2KPsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080p up to 60 fps
    • 1080PsF up to 30 fps
    • 1080i up to 60 fps
    • 720p at 50/59.94/60 fps
    • 576i / 625 lines at 50 fps
    • 480i / 525 lines at 59.94 fps
• Embedded Audio Output: SDI

Control & Communication

• Other I/O:
  • 1x RJ45 LAN
  • 1x USB-C
  • 1x BNC Reference Input
  • 1x BNC Reference Output
• Video Standard Compliance:
  • SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M, 372M, 424M, 425M-A/B
  • ST-2081-1, ST-2081-10, ST-2082-10
  • ITU-R BT.601, BT.656

Display

• Display Size: 5"

Power & I/O

• Power I/O: 2x IEC C14 (100–240 VAC Input)
• Power Consumption: 92 W

Physical

• Rack Form Factor: 4U
• Dimensions: 19 x 9.37 x 6.96" / 48.3 x 23.8 x 17.68 cm
• Weight: 24 lb / 10.9 kg

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C (up to 90% Humidity)
• Storage Temperature: -4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C

Compatibility

• OS Compatibility: macOS 12 or Later / Windows 10 or Later
• Wireless: No