Blackmagic ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD

Description

Blackmagic ATEM 2 M/E Constellation

 

Advanced Technology in Experimental Mechanics

Blackmagic ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD is the 2 M/E model that doubles the features of the 1 M/E model with 20 x 3G-SDI inputs, 12 x 3G-SDI outputs, 2 DVEs, 8 ATEM Advanced Keyers, 2 multi-views and a SuperSource for a total of 6 DVEs. 

 

Features:

•  Advanced design with built-in front panel controls
•  Up to 40 standards converted 3G-SDI inputs.
•  Up to 24 customizable 3G-SDI outputs.
•  Includes up to 4 independent multi-views with multiple layout options.
•  Includes DVE and stinger transitions.
• Includes up to 4 DVEs.
•  Professional talkback is compatible with ClearCom and RTS.
•  Internal media for stills and motion graphics.
•  Includes new ATEM Advanced Chroma Key.
•  4 upstream ATEM Advanced Chroma keyers per M/E row for green/blue screen work.
•  Up to 4 independent DVEs.
•  Multi-rate 3G-SDI for all HD television standards including 720p, 1080i, and 1080p.
• Built-in 156-channel Fairlight audio mixer.
• Includes free software control panel.
•  Compatible with all ATEM hardware control panels.

Seriously Advanced Broadcast PowerATEM Constellation HD switchers feature a compact rack mount design with a built-in control panel. This enables the switcher’s operation, which is essential during setup or for emergency use. Additionally, there is a sizable LCD that you can use to view program output and adjust switcher settings. The compact design is perfect for portable live production, with the rear of the switcher including the connections for 3G-SDI inputs, 3G-SDI aux outputs, balanced audio, and Ethernet for control. The top 4 M/E model even includes RS-422 for serial control and MADI digital audio connections. Even with all this power, ATEM Constellation is extremely quiet with its innovative high-efficiency thermal system.

Designed for Massive Live Events.

With 3 powerful models, ATEM Constellation HD switchers are ideal for concerts and music festivals because you can place cameras on all areas of the stage for amazing coverage. Even live sports benefit from the huge number of inputs and DVEs let you build multi-layer compositions to cover the action. The fastest way to produce programming is live. With powerful internal graphics and lots of ATEM advanced chroma keyers, you get everything you need for complex program production. ATEM Constellation is also ideal for house of worship programming because it is large enough to produce results of a professional caliber while still being very simple to use, making it simple to train a volunteer crew.

True Broadcast Style Mix Effects Switching

The Blackmagic ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD uses a professional “program/preview” style operation, which is the exact same way large broadcasters use live production switchers. This means you are using the same type of switcher used by the television industry. Both the free ATEM Software Control and the optional hardware ATEM Advanced Panels will allow program/preview style switching. This means you can select a source on the preview bus to ensure it’s correct before pushing the CUT or AUTO button to switch it on air. This 2 step program/preview process means far fewer mistakes. Program/preview operation means ATEM Constellation is the best solution for training students for a career in broadcast television. Full Front Panel ControlYou can always walk up and operate the ATEM Constellation to a control panel integrated into the front panel. ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD has similar features to ATEM Mini, so it’s a fantastic upgrade when you need a bigger switcher.

Up to 40 Standards Converted 3G-SDI Inputs

The ATEM Constellation HD family features models that have up to 40 independent 3G-SDI inputs, with each input featuring its own dedicated up and cross converter. That means it’s possible to convert any 1080p input source to the video standard of the switcher. That means you could have each switcher SDI input running a different television standard and all the inputs will just work. On the ATEM 4 M/E Constellation HD model, you can even loop out audio channels 1, 2, 3, and 4 from SDI inputs 1 to 30 to the two MADI digital audio outputs, so you can hand off the switcher input audio to an external audio engineer for mixing. Up to 24 3G‑SDI, OutputsThe ATEM Constellation HD family, has a massive number of fully independent 3G-SDI outputs. Even the small 1 M/E model has 6 x 3G-SDI outputs. Then the ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD model has 12 x 3G-SDI outputs and the 4 M/E model has massive 24 x 3G-SDI outputs. These SDI outputs are very powerful because you can independently route any SDI input or any internal source to each SDI output. That’s perfect for running independent feeds to stage screens, master recorders, and streaming processors. Or use the SDI outputs for ISO recorders, where each deck will get a resynchronized switcher input with matching timecode. All SDI outputs contain program audio, RP-188 timecode, SDI camera control, tally, and talkback.

USB Webcam Output for Video Software

To help with live streaming, the USB-C connection on ATEM Constellation HD operates as a webcam source. That means you can plug into a computer and get working with any video software. The software is tricked into thinking the ATEM Constellation HD is a common webcam, but it’s really a live production switcher. That guarantees full compatibility with any video software and in full resolution 1080HD quality. After that, Choose any software you like, such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Skype for a new way to do presentations with a professional multi-camera broadcast quality style. The ATEM Constellation HD webcam output also works with streaming software such as Open Broadcaster, XSplit Broadcaster, and more.