Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro Overview

Key Features

• 4-Channel Live Stream HDMI Switcher
• Control up to Four BMPCC 6K/4K Cameras
• Live Tally, Stream and Record Status
• Record Button, Channel Preview Multiview
• 2-Channel Digital Audio Mixer per Source
• HDMI Output, Ethernet ATEM Control
• Media Player, Computer Input Support
• Upstream and Downstream Keyers
• Color and Pattern Generators
• DVE Transition, Chroma/Luma Keyers

Similar to its predecessor, the ATEM Mini, the ATEM Mini Pro from Blackmagic Design is a four-input live production switcher with an integrated control panel designed for multicamera live streaming up to HD video to the internet or broadcast applications from gaming consoles, corporate computer streams, or HD cameras. Along with the software control update, the Mini Pro builds on the Mini with features such as live stream data rate and status information, a built-in hardware encoder, simultaneous recording to USB drives, drive hot swapping with the Blackmagic MultiDock, added record and stream buttons, stream caching, a timecode generator, program preview multiview, tally support, and support for Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K and 4K to utilize as your broadcast sources.

The ATEM Mini Pro retains the same rear-panel setup on which four HDMI inputs are available on the rear of the chassis and they input up to 1080p HD video. There is also an HDMI output for a projector or multiview monitoring, a USB Type-C output as for recording HD video to a computer, and an RJ45 10/100/1000 Ethernet port for direct live streaming as well as system management, remote control, and upgrades. You can adjust frame rate depending on the quality of your stream, and there is no need for additional streaming software because the Pro includes a built-in hardware encoder.

The updated ATEM Software Control Panel is used for control and configuration of the ATEM Mini Pro via USB or Ethernet, and it allows you to monitor the data rate, audio meters, configuration, and status of your live feed. The built-in color control panel has the same configuration of DaVinci Resolve, eliminating any learning curve. Advanced features include the ability for engineers to upload an XML configuration file to make it easier to change all your settings at once.

The control surface features the same easy-to-view, backlit control buttons to enable Selecting camera inputs, controlling transitions, keyers, settings, and the DVE. The ATEM Mini Pro adds several buttons to the right side such as a quick record button, which allows you to instantly record your live stream to the connected USB source, or by holding it down, you can hot-swap drives when using the Blackmagic MultiDock if you need to quickly get down to editing. On Air and Stream buttons have also been added to instantly start and stop your stream once it is set up in software control. The added Video Out buttons on the right side allow you to Select a program preview for each source, so you can make sure each source is ready to go for air.

The ATEM Mini Pro features the same upstream and downstream keyers, an advanced chroma keyer, two linear/luma keyers, a DVE transition keyer, a pattern generator, and color generators. There is also media player support for fill and key images, which supports up to 20 stills in PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, and TIFF formats.

New Features

• Same rear panel as ATEM Mini with added buttons and software features
• Stream video up to 1080p HD
• Quick stream, on-air and record buttons
• Hardware encoder so there's no need for additional streaming software
• Control and configure timecode, stream status
• Full support and control features for BMPCC 6K and 4K cameras
• Simultaneous USB recording
• Integration with MultiDock for live hard drive switching
• Customize advanced settings with XML files
• Software multiview with program previews, graphics, record status, on air status, audio meters
• Program preview input and output buttons
• Tally light control for BMPCC 6K/4K cameras
• Automatic timecode sync for all cameras

Transitions

Available transitions include:

• Cut: when you press the cut button, ATEM instantly changes from your current program source to the preview source. Cuts can be performed by directly Selecting sources or by pressing the cut button to switch to the next source.
• Mix: the mix, or dissolve, gradually transitions from one source to the next by creating a smooth blend. You can set custom timings to manually blend the transition.
• Dip: just like mix transitions, a dip transition is a gradual blend that includes either a solid color, graphic, or another clip between the two video sources. Dips to black or white between sources are the most popular, or you can use logos or sponsor graphics.
• Wipe: built-in wipe patterns include circles, diamonds, squares, and more. Shapes and patterns can be inverted or softened and can even have customized colored borders.
• DVE: with the powerful built-in Digital Video Effects processor, or DVE, you can push, spin, squeeze, or swoosh your live video from one camera to the next with incredible built-in transitions. DVE transitions can be flip-flopped and reversed, giving you even more transition options.

Upstream Keyer

Layer live video over other video sources or graphics with the Upstream Keyer. You can use luma key, linear key, pattern key, or shoot against a green screen and use chroma key to instantly composite the video over virtual sets.

• Luma key: luma keys work best with high-contrast images, like white elements on a black background, so you can use the contrast to cut the black background and replace it with live video or graphics.
• Linear key: get clean, high-quality results with linear keying by using two separate sources for the fill and the key to create one video image. The fill signal contains the video to be stacked over the background, while the key signal contains a gray scale mask to cut out, or mask, the area to be filled.
• Chroma key: used every day for TV weather forecasts, chroma keys are a powerful way of combining live images in real time. The presenter typically stands in front of a green or blue background and the chroma keyer will remove only that color and combine it with another image, such as a video or graphic.
• Pattern key: combine live images with any of the built-in wipe patterns to combine live images or graphics with geometric shapes. You get full control over softness, symmetry, size, and position to create unique picture-in-picture effects that can be transitioned to as easily as any live source.

Downstream Keyers

The ATEM Mini switcher includes one downstream keyer, so you can add high-quality graphics like logos, bugs, and titles from the built-in media player over the live stream program output. Downstream keyers are the last layers of keying, so they overlay all video switched to the main program output.

Audio Mixer

The built-in audio mixer lets you control both camera and external audio with precision level and balance adjustments on all six available audio inputs and two channels. The mixer features Selectable On/Off/Audio-Follow-Video per channel, plus it has separate gain control per channel, level and peak metering, and new Fairlight audio enhancements such as compressor, gate, limiter, six bands of parametric EQ, and master gain control.

Monitor Output

The HDMI monitor output allows you to see your sources, graphics, preview, and program output on a single screen.

Media Player

Eliminate external character generators by storing up to 20 broadcast-quality RGBA graphic files in the media pool. The one media player appears as input sources to your switcher. You can transition to graphics as full-frame video, or feed them to the keyers for overlaying video. Popular image formats such as PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG, and TIFF are supported.

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CineTreak CineLive V1

Key Features

• 4 x HDMI Inputs, up to 1080p60 Video
• HDMI Program & Preview Outputs
• Vertical & Horizontal Streaming
• Multi RTMP Livestreaming via USB-C & LAN
• Vertical & Horizontal Preview/Multiview
• Luma & Chromakey, LOGO, PiP and PoP
• H.264 Encoding with 2-Ch Audio
• VISCA Control for up to 4 x PTZ Cameras
• USB-A Recording
• 2 x 3.5mm Mic/Line Audio Inputs

Mix and live stream video in either a standard horizontal or a social media-friendly vertical orientation using the CineLive V1 4-Channel HDMI Video Switcher from CineTreak. This portable switcher supports up to four channels of 1080p60 video with two channels of embedded audio per channel. It provides four HDMI inputs, one LAN port, one USB-C UVC output, two 3.5mm audio inputs, two HDMI program/preview outputs, and USB-A external recording. The CineLive V1 switcher supports up to two simultaneous RTMP streams of 1080p60 video to popular platforms using its USB-C and LAN ports. It features H.264 encoding, luma and chromakeying, 32 transition effects, and VISCA control for up to four PTZ cameras.

Applications

This 4-channel HDMI switcher is ideal for sports, HoW (house of worship), virtual studio, gaming, meetings, and telemedicine usage

4-Channel Video Switcher

• Input video via four HDMI ports and output via one HDMI program and one HDMI preview output
• Provides one UVC output and one RJ45 LAN port
• Lumakey and chromakey, PiP (picture in picture), PoP (pop out picture), LOGO, and transition effects
• Pushbutton, T-bar, web browser, and mobile control

Vertical and Horizontal Streaming

• Offers both horizontal and vertical streaming
• Offers horizontal and vertical multiview
• Use the RECORD button to live stream to two broadcast addresses simultaneously
• Supports both UVC and network streaming
• Supports most popular streaming platforms

1-Key Recording and Streaming

• Use the REC key to record PGM to an external USB-A disk or SSD hard drive
• Use the STREAM key to simultaneously stream to two addresses

PTZ Camera Control

• Control up to four PTZ cameras using the built-in VISCA protocol
• Adjust camera position, focus, color, and more

Audio Mixing and Control

• Supports up to four HDMI audio channels
• Offers two 3.5mm mic/line audio inputs
• Separate level, mix delay, and HDMI AFV (audio follow video) controls

CineTreak CINELIVE C1 Overview

Key Features

• 4 x HDMI Inputs, 2 x HDMI Outputs
• Multi RTMP Livestreaming via USB-C & LAN
• Supports Up to 1080p60 Video
• Luma & Chromakey, LOGO, PiP and PoP
• H.264 Encoding with 2-Ch Audio
• VISCA Control for up to 4 x PTZ Cameras
• USB-A Recording, Tally Port
• 2 x 3.5mm Mic/Line Audio Inputs

Use the CineLive CL-C1 Compact 4-Channel HDMI Switcher from CineTreak to mix and live stream up to 1080p60 video and embedded audio. This compact switcher provides four HDMI inputs, one LAN port, one USB-C UVC output, two 3.5mm audio inputs, two HDMI program outputs, and USB-A external recording. The CL-C1 switcher supports up to two simultaneous RTMP streams of 1080p60 video to popular platforms using its USB-C and LAN ports. It features H.264 encoding, luma and chromakeying, 32 transition effects, and VISCA control for up to four PTZ cameras.

Applications

This 4-channel HDMI switcher is ideal for sports, HoW (house of worship), virtual studio, gaming, meetings, and telemedicine usage.

4-Channel Video Switcher

• Input video via four HDMI ports and output via two HDMI program outputs, one UVC output, and one RJ45 LAN port.
• Luma and chromakeys, PiP (picture in picture), PoP (pop out picture), LOGO, and transition effects.
• Pushbutton, T-bar, web browser, and mobile control.

One-Key Recording and Streaming

• Use the REC key to record PGM to an external USB or SSD disk.
• The record time is displayed on the status page.

Live Streaming

• Use the Stream button to live stream to two broadcast addresses simultaneously.
• Supports both UVC and network streaming.
• Supports most popular streaming platforms.

PTZ Camera Control

• Control up to four PTZ cameras using the built-in VISCA protocol.
• Adjust camera position, focus, color, and more.

Audio Mixing and Control

• Supports up to four HDMI audio channels.
• Offers two 3.5mm mic/line audio inputs.
• Separate level, mix delay, and HDMI AFV (audio follow video) controls.