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- 1080p60 3G-SDI USB capture
- SDI input and loop-through
- Up to 120fps capture
- Line In and Line Out
Magewell USB Capture SDI Plus 2K 3G-SDI USB Video Capture Device
- SKU:
- MAG-32050
- MPN:
- 32050
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The Magewell USB Capture SDI Plus is a one-channel 2K SDI USB capture device with professional SDI loop-through for broadcast, streaming, recording, conferencing, and live production workflows. It accepts SD, HD, 3G, and 2K SDI signals up to 2048×1080 60fps while capturing video through USB 3.0 and preserving the incoming signal for downstream SDI equipment. Line In, Line Out, embedded-audio support, hardware video processing, and broad software compatibility provide flexible integration with professional production systems.
2K 3G-SDI USB Video Capture
Capture SD, HD, 3G, and 2K SDI sources at resolutions up to 2048×1080. The device supports input video up to 60fps 4:2:2 10-bit and connects directly to a host computer through its high-bandwidth USB interface.
Professional SDI Loop-Through
A dedicated BNC loop-through keeps the incoming SDI signal available to a monitor, router, recorder, switcher, or other downstream equipment while the same source is captured into a computer.
High-Frame-Rate Capture Capability
Magewell specifies capture frame rates up to 120fps, depending on capture resolution, USB bandwidth, and internal processing frequency. Standard 1080p and 720p output modes are explicitly supported through 60fps.
Hardware Video Processing
The integrated processing pipeline supports cropping, up and down scaling, deinterlacing, aspect-ratio conversion, color-format conversion, frame-rate conversion, image flipping, and mirroring.
Embedded and Analog Audio
SDI input supports up to eight channels of embedded audio, while the USB capture path supports up to two audio channels at 48 kHz. A 3.5 mm Line In accepts analog audio, while Line Out can extract audio from the SDI source.
Broad Software and OS Compatibility
Use the device with Windows, Linux, macOS, and Chrome OS. Magewell lists OBS Studio, Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams, VLC, XSplit, QuickTime Player, and other compatible capture and streaming applications.
SDI Input
SD / HD / 3G / 2K SDI
SDI Loop-Through
Up to 2048×1080 60fps
Analog Audio
3.5 mm Line In / Line Out
Host Interface
USB 3.0 · USB 2.0 Compatible
OBS Studio XSplit and VLC
Magewell lists OBS Studio, XSplit, and VLC among compatible applications. Professional SDI cameras and production feeds can be brought into software-based streaming, recording, monitoring, and live production workflows.
Zoom Rooms and Microsoft Teams
Zoom Rooms and Microsoft Teams are included in Magewell's compatibility list. This allows professional SDI camera sources to be integrated into supported conferencing, collaboration, training, and presentation environments.
USB Capture Utility and MWCapture SDK
USB Capture Utility provides capture configuration, firmware maintenance, and troubleshooting information. Magewell's MWCapture SDK adds signal-status extraction, capture configuration, and real-time audio and video functions for custom software integrations.
Broadcast Production Teams
Capture professional SDI camera and production feeds directly into computer-based workflows.
Live Streaming Teams
Bring SDI video into compatible streaming software while maintaining loop-through downstream.
Live Production Systems
Add external SDI capture to production workstations without installing an internal PCIe card.
Corporate Conferencing
Connect professional SDI cameras to compatible meeting and collaboration applications.
Education and Lecture Capture
Capture lectures, events, presentations, and classroom camera feeds for streaming or recording.
AV and Broadcast Integrators
Deploy compact USB capture with SDI loop-through, audio extraction, and hardware processing.
Magewell Support
Magewell provides a three-year limited manufacturer warranty for USB Capture SDI Plus hardware. Coremicro can help confirm SDI formats, cable distance, USB bandwidth, embedded and analog audio requirements, software compatibility, and loop-through requirements before deployment.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | USB Capture SDI Plus |
| Part Number | 32050 |
| SKU | 320500000 |
| Capture Channels | 1 video channel |
| Primary Function | SDI video and audio capture over USB with SDI loop-through |
| SDI Input | SD / HD / 3G / 2K SDI via BNC |
| SDI Loop-Through | SD / HD / 3G / 2K SDI via BNC |
| Maximum Input / Loop-Through | 2048×1080 60fps 4:2:2 10-bit |
| SDI Standards | ST 259 · ST 292 · ST 425 3Ga · 3Gb-DL · 3Gb-DS |
| Input Color Formats | RGB / YUV 4:4:4 10 / 12-bit · YUV 4:2:2 8 / 10 / 12-bit · RGBA / YUVA 4:4:4:4 10-bit |
| SDI Embedded Audio Input | Up to 8 channels |
| Analog Audio Input | 3.5 mm unbalanced Line In |
| Analog Audio Output | 3.5 mm Line Out for SDI audio extraction |
| 3G-SDI Cable Distance | Up to approximately 150 m |
| Video Processing Bandwidth | Approximately 160M pixels per second |
| Maximum Capture Resolution | Up to 2048×1080 |
| Maximum Capture Frame Rate | Up to 120fps depending on resolution, USB bandwidth, and internal working frequency |
| 1920×1080 Capture | 23.98 · 24 · 25 · 29.97 · 30 · 50 · 59.94 · 60fps |
| 1280×720 Capture | 23.98 · 24 · 25 · 29.97 · 30 · 50 · 59.94 · 60fps |
| PAL Capture Output | 720×576p25 |
| NTSC Capture Output | 720×480p30 |
| Capture Pixel Formats | YUYV · UYVY · RGB24 · RGB32 |
| Video Processing | Cropping · Up/down scaling · Deinterlacing · Aspect-ratio conversion · Color-format conversion · Frame-rate conversion · Flip · Mirror |
| USB Capture Audio | Up to 2 channels at 48 kHz |
| Host Interface | USB 3.0 |
| USB Compatibility | USB 2.0 · USB 3.1 Gen 1 |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows · Linux · macOS · Chrome OS |
| Windows APIs | DirectShow · Wave API · DirectSound · WASAPI |
| Linux APIs | V4L2 · ALSA |
| macOS APIs | AVCaptureSession · AudioUnit |
| Compatible Software | Zoom Rooms · Microsoft Teams · Skype for Business · Google Hangouts · GoToMeeting · GStreamer · VLC · OBS Studio · XSplit · QuickTime Player |
| Included Utility | USB Capture Utility |
| SDK | Magewell MWCapture SDK |
| Input Detection | Automatic input signal format detection |
| Continuous Operation | Designed for continuous 24×7 operation |
| Status Indicator | LED indicates input lock and device operating status |
| Dimensions | 110.7 × 56.8 × 17 mm |
| Maximum Current | Approximately 0.5 A at 5 V |
| Maximum Power Consumption | Approximately 2.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 45°C |
| Storage Temperature | −20 to 70°C |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 90% non-condensing |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3 years |
| Included Device | USB Capture SDI Plus |
| Included USB Cable | 1 × USB 3.0 cable · 63 cm |
What does the Magewell USB Capture SDI Plus do?
The device captures one professional SDI source into a computer over USB while simultaneously providing SDI loop-through. It is designed for broadcast, streaming, recording, conferencing, and software-based live production.
What is the maximum SDI input and loop-through resolution?
The USB Capture SDI Plus supports input and loop-through video up to 2048×1080 60fps 4:2:2 10-bit. It supports SD, HD, 3G, and compatible 2K SDI formats through its BNC connections.
Does USB Capture SDI Plus support SDI loop-through?
Yes. The dedicated SDI loop-through keeps the incoming source available to a monitor, recorder, switcher, router, or other downstream equipment while capture is active.
Can USB Capture SDI Plus capture at 120fps?
Magewell specifies capture frame rates up to 120fps, depending on resolution, USB bandwidth, and internal working frequency. The current specification explicitly lists 1080p and 720p standard output modes through 60fps.
How many audio channels does USB Capture SDI Plus support?
The SDI input can carry up to eight embedded audio channels. The capture output supports up to two audio channels at 48 kHz, and the device also provides analog Line In plus SDI audio extraction through its Line Out interface.
Which applications work with USB Capture SDI Plus?
Magewell lists OBS Studio, Zoom Rooms, Microsoft Teams, VLC, XSplit, QuickTime Player, and other compatible applications. The device also supports native capture APIs on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
What warranty does USB Capture SDI Plus include?
Magewell specifies a three-year warranty for USB Capture SDI Plus. Coremicro can help confirm SDI formats, cable distance, software compatibility, USB bandwidth, and audio requirements before deployment.
Capture Professional SDI Video over USB
Buy Magewell USB Capture SDI Plus from Coremicro, an authorized Magewell dealer supporting professional video capture, broadcast, live production, streaming, conferencing, and AV integration. Contact our team for pricing and availability or to confirm SDI formats, cable distance, USB bandwidth, software compatibility, loop-through, and audio requirements before ordering.
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