Enum DecklinkDualLinkMode

Namespace

VisioForge.Core.Types.Decklink

Assembly

VisioForge.Core.dll

Defines the dual link mode for Decklink devices.

public enum DecklinkDualLinkMode

Fields

Default = 0

Uses the default dual link mode configured in the Decklink device settings.

The actual behavior depends on the device's current configuration and may vary between different Decklink models. This setting allows the device to automatically determine whether to use dual link based on the video format being processed.

Enabled = 1

Explicitly enables dual link mode for video transmission.

When enabled, the device will use two SDI connections to transmit the video signal, providing double the bandwidth of a single link connection.

This mode should be used when: - Working with high frame rate content (e.g., 1080p60, 2160p30) - Processing video with high color depth (10-bit or 12-bit) - The video format exceeds single-link SDI bandwidth limitations

Note: Both SDI connections must be properly connected for this mode to function correctly.

Disabled = 2

Explicitly disables dual link mode, forcing single link operation.

When disabled, the device will use only a single SDI connection, even if the video format would benefit from dual link bandwidth.

This mode is useful when: - Only one SDI connection is available - Working with standard definition or lower bandwidth HD formats - Ensuring compatibility with single-link equipment

Warning: Disabling dual link for high-bandwidth formats may result in reduced quality or frame rate limitations.

Remarks

Dual link is a technology used in professional video equipment to transmit high-bandwidth video signals. It uses two SDI (Serial Digital Interface) connections to carry a single video stream, effectively doubling the available bandwidth.

This is particularly useful for: - High frame rate video (e.g., 1080p60 or higher) - High color depth video (e.g., 10-bit or 12-bit) - Higher resolution formats that exceed single-link bandwidth

When dual link is enabled, the Decklink card will use two physical SDI connections to transmit or receive the video signal. Both connections must be properly connected for the signal to work correctly.