Blackmagic Design’s ATEM production switcher series create stunning multi camera live production. ATEM switches between SD, HD, or Ultra HD video standards so your live production can use cameras, disk records, slide shows from computers, and more video sources. Features include chroma key, creative transitions, media pool, downstream keyers, audio mixer, multi view, and more. With a machined aluminum front panel and multi voltage power supplies, ATEM live production switchers can power live production needs at live concerts, sporting events, theater productions, and conferences around the world.

The ATEM 2 M/E has 20 6G-SDI inputs that allow embedded audio mixing and can be used on sources without genlock, such as laptops. Two balanced XLR audio inputs can connect to professional mixers, and a HiFi audio input can connect to an iPod. Sixteen video outputs can be used with any TV or monitor to connect with LED screens, projectors, disk recorders, and broadcast decks. Monitor up to 16 cameras simultaneously with the two independent multi view outputs. An independent aux output can feed big screens on stage, and pairs excellently with SmartScope Duo 4K for tech monitoring.

Let your creative expression take the lead with the ATEM 2 M/E. Creative transitions can be used in all resolutions, and the transition type, pattern, and length are customizable. The ATEM 2 M/E also has animated stingers and DVE transitions. Powerful digital video effects processor gives you the ability to position, resize, rotate, and scale live video in real time. Built in chroma, luminance, linear and pattern keyers, and two independent downstream keyers all come standard.

Add multi box compositions quickly and easily with SuperSource’s separate 5 layer switcher. SuperSource can be assigned to any ATEM video input, so you can produce multi camera interviews or picture in picture while the M/Es, keyers, and DVE are available for other uses. Compositions from SuperSource can be saved and automatically recalled.

Recall saved sequences with dual media players and HyperDeck SSD recorders. Dual media players support popular image formats for downloading still frames and graphics for keying. Set up and automatically start complex sequences with power macros. These macros are saved as XML files for instant recall and can even be copied to use on another switcher. For other pre-recorded sequences, connect up to four HyperDeck SSD recorders to the ATEM switcher.

Software control panel can be used on Mac or Windows computers. This included software panel offers a full visual switcher control panel and parameter palettes. For greater control access, add an ATEM advanced panel.

Blackmagic Design ATEM 2 M/E Features

Power supply not included - requires IEC cable.
Switch between SD, HD, or Ultra HD video standards for ultimate flexibility in live production
3840 x 2160 frame size
20 video inputs and 16 video outputs
Dozens of effects and creative transitions
Powerful digital effects processor
Built in keyers
SuperSource function extends the ATEM’s power by adding a separate 5 layer switcher
Dual media players with large graphic memory
Power macros to save and instantly recall sequences
Compatible with HyperDeck SSD recorders
Included software control panel for Mac or Windows
Add a hardware-based ATEM advanced panel for control in demanding live sound applications

ATEM 2 M/E Production Studio 4K1

Connections
- Total Video Inputs: 21 with 20 active
- Total Video Outputs: 16
- Total Aux Outputs: 6
- SDI Rates: 270Mb, 1.5G, 3G, 6G.
- Total Audio Inputs: 2 x XLR. 2 x RCA.
- Total Audio Outputs: 2 x XLR Program 2 x XLR Monitor.
- Timecode Connection: 1 x XLR in and 1 x XLR out.
- Reference Input: Tri-Sync or Black Burst.
- Video Input Re-Sync: On all 20 inputs.
- SDI Video Inputs: 20 x 10-bit SD/HD/Ultra HD 4K switchable. 2 channel embedded audio.
- HDMI Video Inputs: 1 x HDMI type A. 10-bit SD/HD/Ultra HD 4K switchable. 2 channel embedded audio.
- SDI Audio Outputs: 2 Ch embedded into SDI output on all outputs.
- SDI Program Outputs: 3 x 10-bit SD/HD/Ultra HD 4K switchable.
- HDMI Program Outputs: 1 x HDMI type A, 10-bit SD/HD/Ultra HD 4K switchable.
- Down Converted SDI Program Outputs: 1 x 10-bit (Ultra HD 4K to HD).
- SDI Preview Outputs: 1 x 10-bit SD/HD/Ultra HD 4K switchable.
- Total Multi Views: 2
- SDI Multi View Outputs: 2
- HDMI Multi View Outputs: 2
- Control Panel Connection: Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BaseT. Allows direct connection between panel and chassis, or via network.
- Tally Output: Added via ethernet connection to Blackmagic Design GPI and Tally Interface product. (Not included.)
- Computer Interface: 1 x USB 2.0 port.
Standards
- SD Video Standards: 525i59.94 NTSC, 625i50 PAL
- HD Video Standards: 720p50, 720p59.94, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080i50, 1080i59.94
- Ultra HD Video Standards: 2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97
- SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 424M.
- Video Sampling: 4:2:2
- Color Precision: 10-bit
- Color Space: REC 601, REC 709, REC 2020.
- HDMI Input Resolutions for Computers: 720 x 480i 59.94Hz, 720 x 576i 50Hz, 1280 x 720 59.94Hz, 1280 x 720 50Hz, 1920 x 1080 50Hz, 1920 x 1080 59.94Hz, 3840 x 2160 23.98Hz, 3840 x 2160 24Hz, 3840 x 2160 25Hz, 3840 x 2160 29.97Hz.
- Note: Also supported are; 24, 30 and 60 Hz inputs when switcher is in 23.98, 29.97 and 59.94 Hz formats respectively.
Product Specifics
- Upstream Keyers: 4 with Chroma/Linear/Luma key.
- Downstream Keyers: 2
- Chroma Keyers: 4
- Talkback Support: None
- Mix Minus Support: None
- Linear/Luma Keyers: 7
- Transition Keyer (Stinger/DVE): 1 Stinger, 1 DVE.
- Total Number of Layers: 13
- Pattern Generators: 8
- Color Generators: 2
- DVE with 3D Borders & Drop Shadow: 1
- Control Panel: Software or optional hardware panel
Media Player
- Media Players: 2
- Channels: Fill and key for each media-player.
- Media Pool Still Image Capacity: 32 with fill and key
- Media Pool Clip Capacity: 2 with fill and key.
- Media Player Clip Length in NTSC/PAL: 3600 frames.
- Media Player Clip Length in 720p: 1600 frames
- Media Player Clip Length in 1080: 720 frames
- Media Player Clip Length in Ultra HD 4K: 180 frames
- Media Pool Still Image Format: PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG and TIFF.
- Media Pool Video File Format: TGA Sequence.
- Media Pool Audio File Format: WAV, MP3 and AIFF.
Multi View Monitoring
- Multi View Monitoring: 2 x 10 views for 20 total views.
- Routable Windows: 16
- Tally: Red for program and green for preview indication.
- Windows Source Labels: Yes
- Multi View Video Standard: HD
Display
- Interface: Minimum monitor resolution of 1366 x 768.
- Front Panel: Built in LCD monitor for video and 42 LED buttons for Aux switching.
Processing
- Colorspace Conversion: Hardware based real time.
- Processing Delay: < 2 Lines.
- Audio Mixer
- 4K to HD Down Conversion: Yes, program x 1.
Software
- Control Panel Included: ATEM Software Control Panel included free for Mac 10.12 Sierra, Mac 10.13 High Sierra or later and Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64‑bit.
- Software Updates: Using USB 2.0 connection directly connected to Mac OS or Windows computers. Includes ATEM Setup Utility.
- Configuration: Set via ATEM Software Control Panel, excluding ATEM chassis IP address which is set via the ATEM Setup Utility connected via USB to chassis.
Operating Systems
- Mac 10.14 Mojave, Mac 10.15 Catalina or later.
- Windows 8.1 and 10.
Power Requirements
- Power Supply: 2 x Internal 100 - 240V AC.
- Power Usage: 150 W
Physical Installation2 Rack Unit Size.
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
- Storage Temperature: -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
- Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non‑condensing