# Hyper Controller

> iPad app for controlling BlackMagic Hyperdeck devices over Ethernet. (iPhone/iPad app by Luke Irvine.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyper-controller/id952164395 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Luke Irvine](https://appshunter.io/developer/811934915)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-01-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyper-controller/id952164395/reviews.md

## What is Hyper Controller?

Hyper Controller is designed to control multiple BlackMagic Hyperdeck over their ethernet connection. The app does not require any computer or device in between the iPad and the Hyperdeck. Just connect the Hyperdeck to a wireless router and connect the iPad to the same router and away you go.

The app also allows features that are not available via the front panel of the device at this time.
These include 
- Clip naming
- Group clip naming
- Full clip lists
- Loading clips via list selection
- HDD slot changing without removing drives
- Time remaining without having to start recording
- Gang playback/record


Please note. The gang playback and record functions are not designed to be frame accurate between decks.

You Must have Hyperdeck firmware version 4.0 or later. This software will not control the Hyperdeck shuttle as it does not have a network connection.

Password for factory reset is 1212

This Full version removes the limitation of only 2 decks so you can add as many decks as required.

## Key features

- Control multiple Hyperdecks
- Ethernet connection
- No computer required
- Clip naming
- Group clip naming
- Load clips via list
- HDD slot changing


## Frequently asked questions about Hyper Controller

### What devices can Hyper Controller control?

Hyper Controller is designed to control BlackMagic Hyperdeck devices. It requires Hyperdeck firmware version 4.0 or later and will not control the Hyperdeck shuttle due to its lack of a network connection.

### How do I connect Hyper Controller to my Hyperdecks?

Connect your Hyperdecks to a wireless router, and then connect your iPad to the same router. The app controls the devices over their Ethernet connection.

### What features does Hyper Controller offer that the Hyperdeck front panel doesn't?

Hyper Controller provides advanced features not available on the device's front panel, including clip naming, group clip naming, full clip lists, loading clips via list selection, HDD slot changing without removing drives, and time remaining before recording.

### Does Hyper Controller support gang playback/record?

Yes, Hyper Controller supports gang playback and record functions. However, these functions are not designed to be frame accurate between decks.

### What is the age rating for Hyper Controller?

Hyper Controller has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Hyper Controller updated?

The latest version of Hyper Controller is 1.06, which was last updated on May 29, 2015. This indicates infrequent updates.

### Can I control more than two Hyperdecks with Hyper Controller?

The full version of Hyper Controller removes the limitation of controlling only two decks, allowing you to add as many decks as required for your setup.

### What is the password for a factory reset on Hyper Controller?

The password for a factory reset on Hyper Controller is 1212.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.06 — 2015-05-29

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug Fixes
- When time remaining got too low the app would crash when connecting to deck

### 1.05 — 2015-05-15

Bug fixes for IOS 8.3
Added password for factory reset, password is 1212

### 1003 — 2015-01-29

Updated stop button, when double pressed the deck/decks go into EE mode ( live input passthrough ) so you can see the incoming video and audio through the outputs.

### 1.0 — 2015-01-05

No release notes.

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## More apps by Luke Irvine

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All apps by Luke Irvine: https://appshunter.io/developer/811934915

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