About Multibridge Software

This software includes everything you need to set up your Multibridge for any task in your facility.

If you're using Multibridge in PCIe mode or you have a DeckLink card in your computer, then you only need to run this single installer.

What's new in Multibridge 7.9.4

Macintosh Specific Improvements

Mac OS Specific

Minimum System Requirements for Macintosh

If using a Mac Pro, it is recommended to use PCIe slot 4 for Multibridge capture cards.

Third Party Software Support

Installing Multibridge Software

The drivers install components in to applications including Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects. If you have installed the drivers prior to installing any of these applications, we recommend that you uninstall and reinstall the drivers. This will ensure that all relevant components are installed in their required locations.

To remove the Blackmagic software out of your system, simply run the "Uninstall Multibridge" utility which is included on the CD or disk image.

Windows Specific

Minimum System Requirements for 64-bit editions of Windows

Minimum system requirements for 32-bit editions of Windows

Third Party Software Support

Installing Multibridge Software

Plug in your Multibridge adapter card and connect the PCI Express connection to your computer before running the installer. When you restart after first connecting the DeckLink or Multibridge PCIe, Windows may show the Found New Hardware wizard for a Multimedia Device Controller — cancel this wizard. You can also run the installer without a DeckLink card or Multibridge PCIe plugged in to install the Blackmagic codecs so you can share video files with DeckLink users.

If you had a previous version of the Multibridge software installed, use the Add or Remove Programs Control Panel for Windows XP or use Programs and Features control panel in Windows Vista and Windows 7 to remove it before installing this version, and restart.

Double click the installer and follow the instructions that appear. See the Multibridge User Manual for more detailed instructions.

During the installation process, Windows might show three warning messages saying the driver has not been certified by Microsoft. In this case, select "Continue Anyway" so you complete installation of the software correctly.

Installing Multibridge as a Converter

All models of Multibridge operate as a stand alone bi-directional converter when not connected via PCIe. This installer contains the Multibridge Utility software, which allows you to configure any Multibridge connected to your computer's USB port.

Please check http://www.blackmagicdesign/support for additional information on third party software compatibility and minimum system requirements.

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Some applications use the QT UI framework (http://qt.digia.com, http://qt-project.org) under the terms of the LGPL version 2.1. The QT dynamic libraries, built from unmodified source are included in the application bundle. A copy of the LGPL is included in the Blackmagic application support directory. The support note at http://www.blackmagicdesign/support provides further details including how to obtain the QT source.

Updated December 21, 2010.