Blackmagic ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD

The Blackmagic ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD is an innovative line production switcher that assists in professional video production. With support for up to 10 3G-SDI/HD inputs, this switcher offers exceptional versatility, accommodating a wide range of cameras. This switcher showcases advanced live-switching capabilities, providing comprehensive control over transitions, effects, and graphics.

Blackmagic ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD Key Features:

• Supports up to 10 3G-SDI inputs and 4 HDMI inputs for versatile source integration
• Ideal for use in live concerts, sporting events, broadcasting, and more
• Advanced live-switching capabilities for seamless transitions and effects
• Powerful DVE for dynamic positioning and resizing of video sources
• Customisable multi-viewer for monitoring multiple video sources at once
• Wide array of built-in transitions and effects for enhanced production quality
• Supports both Ultra HD and HD formats for versatile video recording performance
• User-friendly button interface for intuitive live switching operation without any hassle
• Hardware control panel and software control options for flexible operations
• Broadcast Talkback feature for communicating with the crew in a production environment
• Equipped with ATEM advanced keyers for luminance and chroma keying
• Equipped with ATEM advanced keyers for luminance and chroma keying
• Built-in Fairlight audio mixer for editing audio tracks with video recordings

What's in the box?

• 1 x Blackmagic ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD
• Limited 1-Year Warranty

FAQs:

What does the ATEM Constellation offer for audio mixing, and how does it enhance the overall audio production?

The ATEM Constellation HD features a built-in Fairlight audio mixer connected to all SDI inputs. This mixer includes a 6-band parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, noise gate, and expander on each input. It allows for professional audio processing, making it an ideal choice for live professional audio production.

Can you describe the transition options available on this production switcher and how they can be customised?

The switcher includes native broadcast-quality transitions like mix, dip, and wipe, among others. These transitions can be customised through the system control menus, offering adjustments for border colour, border width, position, direction, and more, allowing for precise control over your video transitions.

What is the significance of the integrated media pool and how many graphics and animations can it store?

The integrated media pool stores broadcast-quality RGBA graphics and animations that can be played back instantly by two or four media players. It can hold up to 20 stills and 200 frame animations, simplifying the integration of graphics and animations into your live productions without requiring additional SDI inputs.

How does the ATEM Constellation HD handle chroma keying?

This versatile production switcher features advanced chroma keyers for high-quality chroma or luminance keying. It includes precise controls for edge and flare, a colour picker for automatic key parameter generation, and a foreground colour corrector for seamless compositions. With four upstream chroma keyers per M/E row, it's perfect for building virtual sets or integrating live elements into your productions.