Blackmagic Design BMD-HDL-SMTV4K12G3 SmartView 4K G3 15.6" DCI 4K Broadcast Monitor

Professional 4K Broadcast Monitoring for SDI and IP Video Systems

The SmartView 4K G3 is a rackmount 15.6″ Ultra HD monitor built for today’s demanding broadcast environments. Whether you're working in live production, post, or system integration, this monitor supports high-resolution video up to 2160p60 and offers compatibility with both 12G-SDI and SMPTE-2110 IP-based video systems. Its full-resolution 3840 x 2160 LCD screen, combined with advanced monitoring tools, makes it an essential piece of gear for UHD workflows.

Flexible Format Compatibility From SD to 4K DCI

No need to worry about matching formats on the fly—the SmartView 4K G3 automatically switches between SD, HD, 2K, UHD, and full 4K formats. With two multi-rate 12G-SDI inputs and both copper and fiber SMPTE-2110 IP connectivity, it allows seamless integration with legacy and modern equipment. This makes it an ideal monitoring solution for facilities undergoing the transition from SDI to IP infrastructure.

Advanced On-Screen Tools for Accurate Monitoring

This monitor includes essential visual aids like focus peaking, zoom, safe area guides, frame markers, blue-only mode, and horizontal/vertical delay views. A built-in 3D LUT loader lets you apply creative looks, log-to-Rec709 transforms, or HDR previews directly on the screen. These features help DITs, editors, and directors maintain visual accuracy and color consistency across their workflow.

Integrated SDI Tally and IP Routing for Live Production

Built-in SDI tally support allows SmartView 4K G3 to display illuminated borders around the image—red for live or green for preview—triggered via ATEM switchers or other tally-compatible devices. On the IP side, support for NMOS protocols enables the unit to operate like a virtual router, making it easy to assign sources and destinations dynamically within a 2110 network.

Durable Lightweight Rackmount Design With Dual Power Options

Housed in a black-anodized aluminum frame, this 6U rack monitor is designed for flight cases, control rooms, and mobile production units. It features both AC (100–240V) and 12V DC power inputs, offering redundancy or battery operation when needed. The full-screen UHD LCD is bright and clear, making it suitable for both field and studio applications.

Control Settings Remotely With Free Software

The SmartView Utility software allows users to adjust input selections, load 3D LUTs, rename monitors, and update firmware over Ethernet or USB. SDI Level A/B switching, LUT activation, and tally controls can also be managed remotely. This simplifies system configuration in multi-monitor or large-scale installations and enhances workflow flexibility.

Custom IP System Integration With Open Control Protocol

For broadcast engineers and system integrators, the SmartView 4K G3 supports open remote control via a text-based protocol. Whether you're using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or dedicated control software, you can build custom control interfaces for brightness, contrast, tally, LUT switching, and more. The monitor’s support for SMPTE‑2110-20/21/30/40 ensures complete compatibility with professional IP broadcast standards.