AVMATRIX VP51 SDI Video Capture Card
€519.00
Built for SDI capture and playback inside a production workstation, the AVMATRIX VP51 gives an operator five 3G-SDI connections on one PCIe x4...
Magewell USB Capture SDI 4K Pro is a compact external interface for crews that need to bring a 12G-SDI signal into a laptop or workstation without adding a PCIe card. It accepts one SDI feed with embedded audio and passes the same signal to a local monitor or production chain through loop-through. In practice, this suits flypacks, control rooms, conference capture, lecture recording, esports desks, medical imaging review and on-set reference ingest.
This model supports input and loop-through up to 4096x2160 at 60 fps in 10-bit YUV 4:2:2. Magewell also specifies capture formats up to 4K and frame rates up to 240 fps, but the real limit depends on host bandwidth and operating system. A Windows or Linux system with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 can go much further than a host restricted to 10 Gbps or 5 Gbps, while macOS does not expose 20 Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 2x2. That makes the unit useful both for 4K camera ingest and for high-frame-rate HD acquisition when the computer can sustain it.
Audio handling is equally practical. The device can capture embedded SDI audio, accept external sound through 3.5 mm Line In and extract SDI audio to Line Out for monitoring or downstream recording. Magewell lists support for up to 8 channels of 24-bit embedded SDI audio at 192 kHz, while analog input follows a 2-channel IEC60958 stream. FPGA-based processing keeps CPU load low and helps maintain stable capture during long sessions.
USB Capture SDI 4K Pro works with software based on DirectShow, V4L2 or AVCaptureSession, and Magewell provides SDK support for Windows, Linux and macOS. That makes it a strong match for OBS Studio, conferencing platforms, streaming encoders, QC stations and custom applications where dependable integration matters. Add 24/7 duty operation, automatic format detection and LED status indication, and it becomes a serious 4K SDI capture tool for broadcast and live production.
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Discover the power of the Magewell USB Capture SDI 4K Pro – a premium, one-channel 4Kp60 capture device designed to handle high-quality SDI video signals with embedded audio. Ideal for professional streaming, broadcasting, and production, this device supports SDI video sources such as cameras, production equipment, and more, delivering stunning 4K resolution with seamless audio capture.
With support for SDI inputs and loop-through, the USB Capture SDI 4K Pro offers resolutions up to 4096x2160 at 60fps in 4:2:2, ensuring ultra-high-definition video quality. The device allows for real-time monitoring with its SDI loop-through output, making it easy to preview your video while it's being processed. It also provides flexible audio capture options, including the ability to extract embedded SDI audio and output it via the 3.5mm Line Out jack, or capture analog audio through the 3.5mm Line In interface.
Connecting via USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, the USB Capture SDI 4K Pro provides a reliable, high-speed throughput of up to 20Gbps, ensuring smooth, high-bandwidth video and audio transmission. It's compatible with Windows, Linux, Mac, and Chrome operating systems and supports frame rates up to 240fps, depending on the host system's capabilities. Designed for 24/7 continuous operation, it's the perfect solution for demanding professional environments.
With its compact form factor, automatic signal detection, and SDK support for various platforms, the USB Capture SDI 4K Pro is a robust and flexible tool for capturing high-quality video and audio.
Additional Features:
Auto detection of input signal format
Resolution Support: Up to 4096x2160 at 60fps (4:2:2)
SDK support for Windows, Linux, and Mac
24/7 continuous operation
LED status indicator for easy monitoring
3-year warranty
What's in the Box:
USB Capture SDI 4K Pro
USB 3.2 Type C to Type C cable (up to 20Gbps) x1 (Part number: ELE00053)
USB 3.2 Type C to Type A cable (up to 10Gbps) x1 (Part number: ELE00054)
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Card
USB Capture SDI 4K Pro Specifications
Input Features
Max input & loop through signal at 12G 4096x2160 60fps 10Bit YUV4:2:2
Video format supports RGB/YUV 4:4:4 8/10/12-bit, YUV 4:2:2 12-bit, YUV 4:2:0 8/10/12-bit
Up to 8 channels, 24-bit SDI embedded audio, with a sample rate of 192kHz
Audio input through via 3.5mm line in supports 2-channel IEC60958 standard audio stream
Process and Capture Features
Video processing pipelines with ~700Mpixels/s processing bandwidth
Supported color depth for video capture is up to 10-bit
Capture videos up to 4096x2160, frame rates up to 240fps. Outputs include (actual capture frame rate can be limited by the USB bandwidth and internal working frequency.*):
4096x2160p/3840x2160p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/60
2560x1440p60
1920x1080p/1280x720p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
720x576p25
720x480p30
Output P010/Y210/NV12/I420/YUY2/UYVY/RGB24/RGB32 videos
Output audio of SDI signal via 3.5 mm line out
Supports 2-channel IEC60958 standard audio stream
Included Software
USB Capture Utility enables users to easily check and set the capture-related parameters, upgrade firmware of the capture device and export info needed for troubleshooting
SDK & APIs
The MWCapture SDK provides functions including signal status extraction, capture configuration and real-time audio & video capture, etc
Windows DirectShow/Wave API/DirectSound/WASAPI
Linux V4L2/ALSA
macOS AVCaptureSession/AudioUnit
Output Interface
USB 3.2 (20 Gbps) Type-C
Compatible Software
Zoom Rooms
Microsoft Teams
Skype for Business
Google Hangouts
GoToMeeting
Gstreamer
VLC
OBS Studio
XSplit
QuickTime Player
Any other DirectShow/V4L2/AVCaptureSession based encoding or streaming software
Recommended OS
Windows 10/11/Server 2016/Server 2019/Server 2022/Server 2025 (x86 & x64) and above
Linux x86, x64 & ARM architecture, with 2.6.35 and above
Mac OS X 10.9 and above
macOS 10.12 and above
Chrome OS
LED Indicator
Status LEDs indicate the working state of the device:
Pulsing slowly: input signal unlocked
On: input signal locked
Double blinks: memory abnormal or FPGA configuration failed
Off: firmware or power supply abnormal
Form Factor
4.35 inches (L) x 2.24 inches (W) x 0.71 inches (H) (110.6mm x 56.8mm x18mm)
Power Consumption
5V max current: ~1.439A
max power consumption: ~7.194W
Working Environment
Operating temperature: 0 to 60 deg C
Storage temperature: -20 to 70 deg C
Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing
* Supported resolutions and frame rates see for Windows/Linux OS and for macOS.
Data sheet
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