Blackmagic Design Smart Videohub CleanSwitch 12x12 6G-SDI Router
The Blackmagic Design Smart Videohub CleanSwitch 12x12 is a professional-grade 6G-SDI router engineered for broadcast facilities, production studios, and live event environments requiring flexible mixed format video routing. With 12 6G-SDI inputs and 12 6G-SDI outputs, this 12x12 SDI matrix seamlessly routes any combination of SD, HD, Ultra HD 4K, and DCI 4K video signals on a single platform. The built-in resynchronization technology on all inputs enables clean switching between sources of identical formats while supporting multi-format workflows, making it ideal for complex broadcast operations, post-production facilities, and integrated media environments where format flexibility and signal integrity are critical.
Key Features
- 12 x 12 6G-SDI matrix for professional video routing
- Support for SD, HD, Ultra HD 4K, and DCI 4K formats on single router
- Built-in resynchronization on all inputs for clean source switching
- Mixed format workflow capability without external converters
- Professional-grade signal integrity and low-latency routing
- Scalable architecture for expanding broadcast infrastructure
- Intuitive control interface for complex routing scenarios
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Strategic Sourcing / Blackmagic Design |
| Part Number |
VHUBSMTCS6G1212 |
| Router Type |
12x12 6G-SDI Matrix |
| SDI Inputs |
12 x 6G-SDI |
| SDI Outputs |
12 x 6G-SDI |
| Video Formats Supported |
SD, HD, Ultra HD 4K, DCI 4K |
| Resynchronization |
Built-in on all inputs |
| Switching Type |
CleanSwitch technology |
| Application |
Broadcast, live production, post-production |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 6G-SDI router and how does it differ from standard SDI?
A 6G-SDI router supports higher bandwidth than traditional 3G-SDI, enabling transmission of 4K video signals at full quality. The Blackmagic Smart Videohub CleanSwitch 12x12 uses 6G-SDI technology to route Ultra HD 4K and DCI 4K content alongside SD and HD signals on the same infrastructure, providing future-proof broadcast capability.
Can this 12x12 SDI matrix handle mixed format video routing simultaneously?
Yes. The mixed format video routing capability allows you to route different video formats (SD, HD, 4K, DCI 4K) through the same 12x12 matrix without requiring external converters. This flexibility is essential for modern broadcast facilities managing diverse content sources and delivery formats.
What does resynchronization do in the Smart Videohub CleanSwitch?
Built-in resynchronization on all inputs enables clean switching between video sources of the same format by removing timing variations and ensuring frame-accurate transitions. This technology eliminates glitches and maintains broadcast quality during live production switching scenarios.
Is the Blackmagic Design Smart Videohub CleanSwitch 12x12 suitable for live broadcast production?
Absolutely. The professional-grade 6G-SDI router is purpose-built for live broadcast environments, offering reliable signal routing, clean switching capabilities, and support for multiple video formats—making it ideal for sports, news, events, and multi-camera production workflows.
