Blackmagic Design on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, announced Blackmagic Video Assist 3.3 update which adds webcam support from the USB‑C connection for Blackmagic Video Assist 3G and Blackmagic Video Assist 12G HDR models. Now customers can connect to computers and stream live video using any major streaming software or platform in full HD resolution 1080p quality. The software is tricked into thinking video assist is a common webcam which works with Open Broadcaster, YouTube Live, Facebook Live, Skype, Zoom, Twitch and more. Blackmagic Video Assist 3.3 update also adds audio monitoring channel selection for Blackmagic Video Assist 3G models and XLR audio mapping for Blackmagic Video Assist 7" 3G.
Blackmagic Video Assist Webcam Update is available for download now from the Blackmagic Design web site.
Blackmagic Video Assist Webcam Update Features
- Supports live production, digital signage, and archive use.
- Modern design with fast to use touchscreen controls.
- LCD features can be customized by the user.
- SD/USH-II card support for commonly available media.
- Upgrades cameras to better monitoring and better record codecs.
- Standard open file formats compatible with popular software.
- Records direct to external USB-C media disks.
- USB output operates as a webcam and supports all video software.
- Built-in scopes include waveform, vector, parade, and histogram.
- 3D LUTs can be applied for both monitoring and recording.
- Professional multi-channel digital and analog audio.
