BLACKMAGIC VIDEO ASSIST 7″ 3G
Blackmagic Design Video Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 7" Recorder/MonitorKey Features1920 x 1200 7" Touchscreen LCDHDMI & 3G-SDI Video Inputs/OutputsRecords up to 1080p60 VideoUSB Type-C Webcam Video OutputStores to 2 x SDXC/SDHC Memory Cards2.5mm LANC Port for Recor
Blackmagic Design Video Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 7″ Recorder/Monitor
Key Features
- 1920 x 1200 7″ Touchscreen LCD
- HDMI & 3G-SDI Video Inputs/Outputs
- Records up to 1080p60 Video
- USB Type-C Webcam Video Output
- Stores to 2 x SDXC/SDHC Memory Cards
- 2.5mm LANC Port for Record Start & Stop
- Waveform, Vectorscope & Histogram
- Focus Peaking, False Color & Zebra
- 11 x Display Language Options
- Dual Sony L-Series Type Battery Slots
Blackmagic Design Video AssistOverview
Add professional monitoring and high-quality recording to your camera with theVideo Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 7″ Recording MonitorfromBlackmagic Design. It features a bright 7″, 1920 x 1200 display with 300 cd/m brightness to help you frame and focus your shots, and it provides 3G-SDI and HDMI inputs for recording the video output from professional and consumer cameras. You can monitor and record video resolutions up to 1080p60 10-bit 4:2:2 and up to 16 channels of embedded 24-bit 48 kHz audio. This monitor also features two balanced 3-pin mini-XLR inputs with 48V phantom power support for crisp audio recording. Firmware update 3.3.1 adds a video output via the USB Type-C port that can be used to convert your connected camera for webcam use. It also adds XLR audio mapping to different channels, XLR external timecode, and select channel selection for audio monitoring.
The Video Assist 3G 7″ records to SDXC/SDHC memory cards via dual UHS-I SD card slots. Use the USB Type-C port to record for configuring and upgrading the monitor. Video is recorded using industry-standard Apple ProRes (HQ, 422, LT, or Proxy) and Avid DNxHD codecs.
This monitor’s touchscreen interface enables you to adjust settings and access monitoring features such as histogram, waveform, RGB parade, vectorscope, and many more scopes and exposure tools. There is also a tally light on top of the monitor to indicate it is operating and recording. Choose from 11 languages for easier use of on-screen text displays and menu options. Power the monitor using the included 12V power adapter or using separately available Sony L-Series type batteries on the dual battery slots.
Up to 1080p60 VideoSupports video formats up to 1080p60Upgrades Older Camera Viewing/RecordingCan be used to upgrade viewing and recording options with older cameras7″ Touchscreen Display7″ touchscreen LCD screen with customizable overlays3G-SDI and HDMI Input/Loop-Out3G-SDI and HDMI input ports with loop-through outputs3D LUT Support3D LUT support for customized viewing1080p USB Webcam OutputSends a streaming-friendly 1080p video signal to your computer, enabling the use of your connected camera as a webcamMetadata EntryDirect metadata entryDual SD Card SlotsDual SD card slots for ProRes recordingImage Display ToolsMultiple display tools including focus peaking, zebra, and false colorWaveform and VectorscopeWaveform, vectorscope, histogram, and RGB paradeXLR Audio MappingXLR audio mapping to different channelsXLR TimecodeExternal XLR timecodeSelectable Audio MonitoringAbility to select which audio channels you are monitoringMinimum macOS System Requirements
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 10.14 Mojave
- USB 2.0 port for updates
Minimum Windows System Requirements
- Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit
- USB 2.0 port
In the Box
- Blackmagic Design Video Assist 3G-SDI/HDMI 7″ Recorder/Monitor
- Blackmagic Design Power Supply for Video Assist
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
Blackmagic Design Video AssistSpecs
Key Specs
| Display Size | 7.0″ / 17.8cm |
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HDR Support | No, |
| Video I/O | 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Input 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Input 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | No |
| Video Format | SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080PsF: 30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i: 60/59.94/50 720p: 60/59.94/50 576i: 50 480i: 59.94 HDMI (10-Bit) 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i: 60/59.94/50 720p: 60/59.94/50 576i: 50 480i: 59.94 |
| Phantom Power | No |
| Built-In Battery | No |
| Battery Type | 2x L-Series |
| Mounting | 6x 1/4″-20 Female |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD |
| Display Size | 7.0″ / 17.8cm |
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Viewing Angle | Horizontal: 135 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Maximum Brightness | 310 nits / cd/m2 |
| Bit Depth / Color Support | 10-Bit (1.07 Billion Colors) |
| HDR Support | No, |
| Pixels Per Inch (ppi) | 323 ppi |
| Color Gamut | 100% Rec. 709 |
| Real-Time LUT Monitoring | SDR |
| Image Controls | Anamorphic De-Squeeze, Blue Only, False Color, Focus Peaking, Histogram, Image Flip, Picture-in-Picture, RGB Parade, Screen Markers, Vectorscope, Waveform, Zebra |
Inputs / Outputs
| Video I/O | 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Input 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Input 1x HDMI (Unspecified Signal) Output 1x BNC (3G-SDI) Output |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| Embedded Audio | HDMI: 8-Channel SDI: 16-Channel |
| Audio I/O | 2x Mini-XLR Input 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Headphone Output |
| Built-In Speaker | 1 |
| Power I/O | 1x Barrel (12 VDC) Input |
| Other I/O | 1x USB-C 1x 2.5 mm (LANC) Input |
| Media/Memory Card Slot | No |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Mobile App Compatible | No |
Format Support
| Video Format | SDI (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV) 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080PsF: 30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i: 60/59.94/50 720p: 60/59.94/50 576i: 50 480i: 59.94 HDMI (10-Bit) 1080p: 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i: 60/59.94/50 720p: 60/59.94/50 576i: 50 480i: 59.94 |
| Timecode Support | Yes |
Recording
| Pulldown Conversion | No |
| Camera Trigger | No |
| Pre-Roll Record | No |
| Encoding Formats | Up to 1920 x 1080 ProRes 422, 422 HQ, LT, Proxy 10-Bit 4:2:2 at up to 60 fps DNxHD 45, 45 MXF, 145, 145 MXF, 220x, 220x MXF 10-Bit 4:2:2 at up to 60 fps |
| Maximum Audio Tracks | 16 |
| Metadata Tagging | Yes |
| Reference Input | No |
| Phantom Power | No |
Power
| Input Power | 12 VDC |
| Built-In Battery | No |
| Battery Type | 2x L-Series |
Mounting
| Mounting | 6x 1/4″-20 Female |
Environmental
| Certifications | No |
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 72F / 0 to 40C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 to 90% |
| Storage Temperature | -4 to 113F / -20 to 45C |
General
| Material of Construction | Aluminum |

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