Blackmagic Design ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD
ATEM Constellation
ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD – Introducing ATEM Constellation, the world’s most powerful HD and 4K live production switchers! These powerful switchers are available in 1 M/E models with 10 inputs, 2 M/E models with 20 inputs, 4 M/E models with 40 inputs, and a 4 M/E 4K Plus model with a massive 80 inputs! Plus each SDI input has a dedicated standards converter! ATEM Constellation includes advanced features such as DVEs, ATEM advanced chroma key, media players, multi-views, and SuperSource processors! Plus the built in Fairlight audio mixer includes a compressor, limiter, 6 band parametric EQ and expander on each input. The free ATEM Software Control is included, or you can add a 1 M/E, 2 M/E or 4 M/E ATEM Advanced Panel!
Seriously Advanced Broadcast Power
ATEM Constellation switchers boast a compact rack mount design, complete with a built-in control panel. So you can operate the switcher from the front panel during setup or for emergency use. Also included is a large LCD so you can see the program output and change switcher settings. The compact design is perfect for portable live production, with the rear of the switcher including connections for 3G-SDI or 12G-SDI inputs, aux outputs, balanced audio and Ethernet for control. The top 4 M/E models even include 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.
ATEM 1 M/E Constellation HD
Powerful 1 M/E live production switcher includes 10 standards converted 3G-SDI inputs, 6 x 3G-SDI outputs, DVE, 4 chroma keyers, a 16 way multi-view, media players, talkback and USB webcam output
Connections
Total Video Inputs
10
Total Video Outputs
6
SDI Rates
1.5G, 3G
Total Audio Inputs
2 x balanced 1/4 inch Jack,
1 x 5 pin XLR Talkback.
Total Audio Outputs
1 x 5 pin XLR Talkback.
SDI Audio Inputs
8 Ch embedded audio on all SDI inputs.
SDI Audio Outputs
16 Ch embedded audio on all SDI outputs.
Timecode Connections
None
Reference Input
Tri-Sync or Black Burst.
Video Input Re-Sync
On all 10 inputs.
Frame Rate and Format Converters
On all 10 inputs.
SDI Aux Outputs
Any of the 6 SDI outputs.
SDI Preview Outputs
Any of the 6 SDI outputs.
SDI Program Outputs
Any of the 6 SDI outputs.
Down Converted SDI Program Output
None
Webcam Output
1 x USB-C supporting 720p or 1080p at PGM frame rate.
Total Multi Views
1 x 3G-SDI
Control Panel Connection
Ethernet. Direct connection between panel and chassis, or via network.
Internal Timecode Generator
Yes
Talkback
RJ45 for 3rd party talkback systems.
Tally Output
Added via ethernet connection to Blackmagic Design GPI and Tally Interface product. (Not included).
Ethernet
Supports 10/100/1000 BASE-T.
Computer Interface
1 x USB-C supports USB 2.0
Standards
SD Video Standards
None
HD Video Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
SDI Compliance
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B.
Video Sampling
4:2:2
Color Precision
10-bit.
Color Space
REC 709
SDI Auto Switching
Automatically detects between 1.5G-SDI and level A or level B 3G-SDI.
Product Specifics
Upstream Keyers
4
Downstream Keyers
1
Advanced Chroma Keyers
4
Talkback Support
Yes
Mix Minus Support
Yes
Linear/Luma Keyers
5
Transition Keyer (Stinger/DVE)
1 Stinger, 1 DVE.
Total Number of Layers
7
Pattern Generators
5
Color Generators
2
Control Panel
Front fascia emergency switching, software or optional hardware panel.
Routable Windows
16
Tally
Red for program and green for preview indication.
Windows Source Labels
Yes
Multi View Monitoring
Multi View Monitoring
1 x multi view configurable to 16, 13, 10, 7 or 4 up view. Includes monitoring of Program, Preview, Inputs, Media Players, DSK, Clean Feed with optional labels and audio meters.
Multi View Video Standard
HD
Display Minimum Resolution
1366 x 768
Media Player
Media Players
2
Channels
Fill and key for each media player.
Media Pool Still Image Capacity
20
Media Pool Clip Capacity
2 x up to 1080p60.
Media Player Clip Length in 720 HD
400 frames.
Media Player Clip Length in 1080 HD
200 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.
Display
Front panel
Built in 2.2 inch LCD monitor for video, 10 LED buttons for setup and emergency switching, 4 source buttons, 6 talkback selection and mix buttons, menu control knob and set button, front panel lock button.
Processing
Processing Delay
< 10 lines.
Audio Mixer
28 Channel mixer
Selectable On/Off/Audio-Follow-Video.
Level and Peak metering.
Master gain control.
6 band parametric EQ, Dynamics including Expander, Gate, Compressor and Limiter.
Down Conversion
None
Software
Control Panel Included
ATEM Software Control Panel included free for Mac 11.11 Big Sur, Mac 12 Monterey or later and Windows 10 or 11.
Software Updates
Using USB or Ethernet connection directly connected to Mac 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 14.0 Sonoma,Mac 15.0 Sequoia or later.
Windows 10 and 11.Power Requirements
Power Supply
1 x Internal 100 – 240 AC.
Power Usage
36W
