The new DeckLink HD Extreme 3D adds new dual stream 3D capture and playback! Get 12 bit architecture and a build in up, down, cross converter! Now it’s easy to edit stereoscopic 3D work to HDCAM SR.

The new DeckLink HD Extreme 3D features single and dual channel SDI capture and playback for both regular 2D and new 3D stereoscopic workflows! Includes dual link 3 Gb/s SDI, HDMI and analog component/composite/s-video connections. Work in SD, HD, 3 Gb/s HD-SDI and 2K in 4:2:2 or 4:4:4. Also includes AES and analog balanced audio, 16 channel SDI audio, genlock and deck control. SDI, HDMI and analog component works in all video formats up to 1080p60. Includes broadcast quality up, down and cross conversion, plus built in SD/HD internal keyer.

DeckLink HD Extreme 3D works with most video software and has special support for some of the most popular features in leading software applications. Check out how DeckLink HD Extreme 3D enhances some of the industry’s best software.

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Apple has released ProKit 5.1 for Leopard and Snow Leopard via their Software Update utility and website. This update fixes issues with user interface software resources that are shared by Apple’s professional applications. The issues addressed include:

• Corrected an issue with improper scrolling behavior.
• Resolved memory leaks for improved performance.
• Addressed layout of interface elements in certain application alert windows.

The ProKit 5.1 for Leopard and Snow Leopard update is recommended for all users of Final Cut Studio, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Soundtrack Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Aperture, Final Cut Express, Soundtrack, Logic Pro and Logic Express. It weighs in at 32.39MB and requires Mac OS X 10.5.8 or 10.6.2.

Visit the Apple website for full information