The Blackmagic Ultrascope

[Deborah Liekkio]

I bought the velocity micro computer as well put the ultrascope hardware in, downloaded the software and get an error message “no ultrascope hardware detected”. I tried reseating the card with no luck. I’m wondering if I got a bad piece of hardware? Did you have any issue’s at all getting the ultrascope to run? Are you running vista home edition?
Thanks,
Debbie

[Bruce Colgate]

Just in case anyone else needs info (I searched this thread recently to see what others were doing), here is a combo that is working well for us:

Intel BOXDG45ID LGA 775 Intel G45 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
Intel Core 2 Duo E7400 Wolfdale 2.8GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor
EVGA 512-P3-N871-AR GeForce 9800 GTX+ 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0
CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB)
Pioneer DVD drive (for installing)
Generic Sata HDD
XP

The case was a recycled rackmount computer we gutted. All from Newegg.com, total cost (not including XP, HDD or case) was about $520.

No dropped frames, looks great. We also use the same box as the server for BMD’s Videohub. I think the 9800 was key.

Monitor we got from B&H – an ASUS 25″ 1920×1200 for under $290 (Model number was something like 466H).

Ultrascope did NOT the smaller monitor (1650 x something) we tried (just because we could). Wouldn’t even launch.

Hope this helps another user.

– Bruce Colgate

[David Green]

HI Bob,

1st- great hair.
2nd- thanks so much for reaching out and helping clarify all the details of the Blackmagic product line.

Can you tell me if this is possible?

I want to convert the Ultrascope video output coming out of the DVI into an HD-SDI signal and feed it into my Blackmagic Videohub so I can send it to any broadcast monitor in my facility. That way people can route signal into the Ultrascope from any bay and send the scopes to any bay. Thanks.

David

[Michael Mcglone]

Hi Bob

I know I should really be contacting BMD but I purchased a Gainward NVIDIA 9800 GT PysX (whatever that is), to use with the BMD UltraScope. Unfortunately I was getting GL errors using the latest drivers with Win 7 on a HP XW9300 (this may be an issue) and Dell Precession 380. Any clues would be appreciated – what are people recommending? I bought the NVIDIA because it was listed by BMD but perhaps its not a standard version, I tend to use macs these days so not familiar with the latest pc trends. The NVIDIA died after swapping between workstations and supplier has offered to swap it out for a replacement or alternative. Regards Mike

[Alex Geis]

This looks like the place for CPU spec questions for the Ultrascope, since I haven’t been able to get too much detail for Blackmagic directly. Simple question for you guys:

After shopping around and looking at the prospect of building a case, etc… I found the Z400 has liquid cooling (as the most important thing here is that the machine is as quiet as can be under the desk), so I’m fairly sold on that model. Issue is: Some of the specs on the customize page don’t line up with the ultrascope req’s. So:

– What Xeon speed should I get, since it only has mentioned what core2/ix speeds are recommended
– What’s the minimum graphics card I should pop into this beast… also, which would probably be the quietest – ie, no ridiculous fan
– Config mentions it uses a x58 express, although the ultrascope page says to stay away from x58?

Thanks guys,
-Alex

[Michael Belanger]

WOndering what Bob Zelin thinks about the Pocket UltraScope.. I know it is not out yet but surely he has an OPINION for sure.. What are your thoughts on the USB 3 connection?

Mike Belanger
https://www.dandelionediting.com

[Marek Staszewski]

Hi!

Did you find a solution for your problem?
I’ve assembled new computer for my Ultrascope, and I have this same message:
“No ultrascope hardware detected” after Ultrascope software instalation.

My configuration is:
Intel Core2 Duo 3GHz BOX
Kingston DDR2 2x 2GB 800MHz CL5
desktop Antec NSK2480-EC HTPC (380W)
Radeon 4670 Asus 512MB DVI & HDMI (PCI-E)
Intel DG45ID BOX
WD Caviar Blue 250 GB WD2500AAJS 8MB cache Serial ATA-II
Microsoft Windows 7 OEM 64Bit PL downgraded to Vista Business 64Bit PL with all updates
Monitor Benq 24″ 1920×1200.

Regards,

Marek Staszewski
ATM SYSTEM Sp. z o.o.
Bielany Wrocławskie

[Deborah Liekkio]

Hi Marek,
After 2 ultra scopes and 2 computers I finally gave up, and returned it all. I spoke with tech support several times and they were unable to solve the problem. it was incredibly frustrating, so I went ahead and plunked down the 5 grand for a tektronix HD scope.

Good luck with yours.
Deborah Liekkio
What If pictures.

[Jay Moffat]

Wondering if anyone has been able to build a Micro-Atx spec ultrascope…? I have one of those ProEdit desks where a flat micro-atx case would slip in nicely into a free slot I have… I understand that Black Magic had one running at NAB off a Shuttle PC, but I can’t find a spec in their barebones models which matches the Ultrascope spec, also wondered how they fit the graphics card into one of those small enclosures?

You can tell I know nothing very little windows PCs..

J