4 Getting Started
Introducing Blackmagic MultiView 16
Blackmagic MultiView 16 is a single rack SDI monitoring solution for displaying up to 16 SDI signals
simultaneously on a single monitor. This lets you monitor multiple video signals in virtually any video
format within studio or portable broadcast environments, for example previewing routed sources
in master control, or monitoring incoming feeds during live production. All video formats are auto
detected and can be displayed using layouts from solo, 2x2, 3x3 and 4x4 so you can view all 16 inputs
together on one screen.
Dedicated Ultra HD and HD multi view outputs let you connect the largest Ultra HD monitors and with
the 2x2 layout selected, it means up to four HD signals can be displayed in native 1920 x 1080 pixel
high definition. The HDMI multi view output switches between HD and Ultra HD based on the format
your monitor supports, so you can plug in any HDMI television and monitor your inputs instantly.
Blackmagic MultiView 16 can be operated using the built in control panel, or remotely via Ethernet or
serial connections if mounted in a location where you don’t have access to the front panel. Blackmagic
Design router controllers, such as Blackmagic Videohub Master Control and Blackmagic Smart Control
can control Blackmagic MultiView 16 via Ethernet and you can even use the powerful and intuitive
Blackmagic Videohub Control software.
Blackmagic MultiView 16 has a built in power supply with a standard IEC power connector.
Getting Started
Blackmagic MultiView 16