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In 2016, Datavideo announced the KMU-100 4K Multicamera Processor, an innovative and outstanding product, which has won many prestigious awards since it was launched. The KMU-100 delivers multiple virtual shots in full HD (up to 1080p) with minimal installation cost and simple operation. Using the RMC-185 controller, you can easily select a particular subject on the 4K signal. Built upon the KMU-100 infrastructure, the upgraded version of the KMU-100 provides users with a simple video switching feature. Without having to purchase replacements, users can easily upgrade their KMU-100 multimedia processor and RMC-185 controller to the Plus version by installing the latest firmware. With the KMU-100 multi-camera shooting and video switching effects, field production no longer requires complicated system setup and additional switchers. All you need is one or two 4K cameras, KMU-100 and RMC-185+. After upgrading KMU-100 and RMC-185 using the latest firmware (KMU-100 Switcher Mode v14745 / RMC-185 v1.012), the RMC-185 PLUS version will be able to provide the user with new camera control and video switching features. In the Switcher Mode, users will be able to view two 4K video channels at the same time on the Multiview monitor as well as other cropped 4K video images in smaller windows. Alternatively, they can choose to view PVW and PGM outputs for easier video switching during field production. The KMU-100 generates broadcast quality visual effects. Ultimately, the combined setup of KMU-100 and RMC-185+ not only simplifies the workflow, the number of staff members required at the field production site is also been substantially decreased as directing and camera shooting can now be a one-person job.

Cerevo XON REC-1 is the newest member of Cerevo’s XON series of smart-sports devices. It is a full HD sports camera that is bundled with a small mountable 6-axis external sensor, LOG-1. Sensor data from LOG-1 can be overlaid onto REC-1’s 1080p60 video, creating a complete picture of your sports activity. For example, you can combine a first person video of your cycling or motor sports racing with acceleration, braking, turning and location data. The external sensor is also available separately as a single unit for 99 EUR, and the bundle is available for 299 EUR.

The new 15.1.2 update addresses issues with running DaVinci Resolve on case sensitive drive volumes, improves stability on systems running CUDA, makes live save during remote grading sessions more reliable, and properly premultiplies RGBA images when using OpenFX plugins. This update also improves Blackmagic RAW setting functionality, makes ResolveFX more reliable on the color page, addresses issues with Fusion paint, Fairlight audio, and dozens of other general performance and stability issues.

Watch the new DaVinci Resolve video to see features from the recent DaVinci Resolve 15.1 update! New features demonstrated include automatic audio ducking, timecode overlays, decomposed edits, swap edits, the new Fusion generator, Blackmagic RAW and more.

This Information Note identifies CFast cards, SD cards and USB-C drives recommended for use when shooting with Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K.

The following CFast 2.0 cards are recommended for 4K DCI Lossless RAW up to 30 fps.
Angelbird AV PRO CF 128GB
Angelbird AV PRO CF 256GB
Angelbird AV PRO CF 512GB
KomputerBay 3400x CFast 2.0 128GB
ProGrade Digital 550MB/s CFast 2.0 256GB
ProGrade Digital 550MB/s CFast 2.0 512GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-64G-x46D 64GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-128G-x46D 128GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-256G-x46D 256GB
Sony CFast 2.0 G Series CAT-G64 64GB
Sony CFast 2.0 G Series CAT-G128 128GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 128GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 256GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 512GB

The following CFast 2.0 cards are recommended for 4K DCI 3:1 RAW up to 60 fps.
Angelbird AV PRO CF 128GB
Angelbird AV PRO CF 256GB
Angelbird AV PRO CF 512GB
KomputerBay 3400x CFast 2.0 128GB
ProGrade Digital 550MB/s CFast 2.0 256GB
ProGrade Digital 550MB/s CFast 2.0 512GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-64G-x46D 64GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-128G-x46D 128GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-256G-x46D 256GB
Sony CFast 2.0 G Series CAT-G64 64GB
Sony CFast 2.0 G Series CAT-G128 128GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 128GB

The following CFast 2.0 cards are recommended for 4K DCI 3:1 RAW up to 60 fps.
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 256GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 512GB

The following CFast 2.0 cards are recommended for 4K DCI ProRes HQ up to 60 fps.
Angelbird AVpro CF 128GB
Angelbird AVpro CF 256GB
Angelbird AVpro CF 512GB
KomputerBay 3400x CFast 2.0 128GB
ProGrade Digital 550MB/s CFast 2.0 256GB
ProGrade Digital 550MB/s CFast 2.0 512GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-64G-x46D 64GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-128G-x46D 128GB
SanDisk Extreme Pro CFast 2.0 SDCFSP-256G-x46D 256GB
Sony CFast 2.0 G Series CAT-G64 64GB
Sony CFast 2.0 G Series CAT-G128 128GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 128GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 256GB
WISE CFast 2.0 3400x 512GB

What SD cards should I use with Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K?

The following SD cards are recommended for 4K DCI 4:1 RAW up to 60 fps.
Sony Tough SF-G164T 64GB
Sony Tough SF-G128T 128GB
Toshiba Exceria Pro UHS-II N502 SDXC 32GB

The following SD cards are recommended for 1080p Lossless RAW up to 60 fps.
WISE SDXC UHS-II 64GB
WISE SDXC UHS-II 128GB
Sony Tough SF-G164T 64GB
Sony Tough SF-G128T 128GB
Toshiba Exceria Pro UHS-II N502 SDXC 32GB
Toshiba Exceria Pro UHS-II N502 SDXC 64GB
Toshiba Exceria Pro UHS-II N502 SDXC 128GB
Toshiba Exceria Pro UHS-II N502 SDXC 256GB

The following SD cards are recommended for 4K DCI Lossless RAW up to 24 fps.
WISE SDXC UHS-II 64GB
WISE SDXC UHS-II 128GB
Toshiba Exceria Pro UHS-II N502 SDXC 32GB
Sony Tough SF-G164T 64GB
Sony Tough SF-G128T 128GB

The following SD cards are recommended for 4K DCI ProRes HQ up to 60 fps.
WISE SDXC UHS-II 64GB
WISE SDXC UHS-II 128GB
Sony Tough SF-G164T 64GB
Sony Tough SF-G128T 128GB

What USB‑C drives should I use with Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K?

The following USB‑C drives are recommended for 4K DCI Lossless RAW up to 30 fps.
Angelbird SSD2GO PKT 512GB
Angelbird SSD2GO PKT 2TB
WISE Portable SSD 256GB
WISE Portable SSD 512GB
Samsung Portable SSD T5 1TB

The following USB‑C drives are recommended for 4K DCI 3:1 RAW up to 60 fps.
Angelbird SSD2GO PKT 512GB
Angelbird SSD2GO PKT 2TB
WISE Portable SSD 256GB
WISE Portable SSD 512GB
Samsung Portable SSD T5 500GB
Samsung Portable SSD T5 1TB

The following USB‑C drives are recommended for 4K DCI ProRes HQ up to 60 fps
Angelbird SSD2GO PKT 512GB
Angelbird SSD2GO PKT 2TB
Glyph Atom 500GB
Samsung Portable SSD T5 500GB
Samsung Portable SSD T5 1TB
Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD 1TB
WISE Portable SSD 256GB
WISE Portable SSD 512GB