Blackmagic premieres Atem Mini Pro, its new 4 HDMI entries mixer

The new model that allows you to transmit live online through an Ethernet network, record H.264 files in USB units and simultaneously see several HDMI sources in a multipant.

Blackmagic Design has released the new ATEM MINI PRO, and Economic mixer with additional benefits for record, supervise fonts and transmit live By platforms such as YouTube Live, Facebook and Twitch through the connection Ethernet.

On the other hand, it allows record H.264 files directly on USB Flash records and use several storage supports simultaneously. In addition, it includes an HDMI output to see several sources in a single monitor, as well as the state of recording, transmission and audio mixture.

The ATEM MINI models facilitate the creation of professional productions with several cameras to transmit them live on YouTube, as well as the realization of innovative business presentations through Skype or Zoom.

Asta connecting the device in order to alternate between four cameras with exceptional image quality, to a computer equipment to make presentations through PowerPoint, or a video game console. Integrated digital visual effects allow using simultaneous images that are ideal for live comments. In addition, this model offers endless additional tools.

Likewise, both ATEM MINI models have a USB port that makes them detected as a webcam for any program to transmit online. For its part, the ATEM MINI PRO version also allows you to do so through the Ethernet port, as well as record content directly in USB units.

In turn, this has an HDMI output to connect projectors and microphones inputs that enable the use of different models, including flap versions, with the purpose of carrying out interviews and presentations.

The compact size of the ATEM mini mixers includes both a control panel and different connections. The front panel includes buttons to alternate between sources and choose different effects and transitions. These are intuitive and allow the presenter to perform these tasks. It is also possible to mix the audio.

THE ATEM MINI PRO VERSION It has controls to record and transmit online, and buttons to select outputs that allow to alternate between the different cameras, the program signal or the multiple visualization function. In the back of the devices there are HDMI connections for cameras or computer equipment, microphones inputs, a USB port that allows the mixer to be recognized as a webcam and an auxiliary HDMI output for the main signal.

Very simple to use

One of the main characteristics of the new mixer is that it is very easy to use. Just press any of the numbered buttons on the front panel to alternate between the sources. In turn, it is possible to choose different types of cuts and effects through the cut or car buttons. Unlike the first, the latter allows you to change from one plane to another according to the selected transition, for example, a dissolvency, a molten to a certain color or other effects of greater drama. On the other hand, device controls provide the opportunity to choose different positions for overlapping images. It should also be noted that this model facilitates the storage of titles and graphics, which can be accessed by an external control computer program.

The HDMI inputs of the device allow to connect up to four high quality camcorders. All sources will synchronize if they have different formats, so there is nothing to worry about. In addition, it is possible to take advantage of the performance of the cameras in poor light conditions to film theatrical productions, weddings, school concerts or video clips.

In order to guarantee the broadest compatibility, the USB port of the ATEM MINI model allows the device to be detected as a webcam by the programs used in the dissemination of content. This not only provides the possibility of transmitting images in HD 1080 resolution, through Open BroadCaster, Xsplit BroadCaster, YouTube Live, Facebook Live, Skype, Zoom, Twitch, Periscope, Livestream and Wirecast.

The ATEM Mini Pro model includes an Ethernet connection that allows you to broadcast live on YouTube, Facebook and Twitch with better quality, without omitting frames and through a much simpler configuration. Simply select the desired platform and enter the key to start the broadcast. For its part, the program ATEM Software againstl has panels to configure the transmission, whose status is indicated in one of the windows of the simultaneous visualization mode. This is very simple to interpret, given that the data frequency indicator shows the internet speed required for the selected format.

This model also offers the possibility of directly recording long -term H.264 files with ACC Audio in USB Flash units to subsequently upload them to sites such as YouTube and Vimeo. In addition, it allows you to use several storage supports using a USB adapter or a Blackmagic Multidock equipment, so when you fill out, the recording continues automatically in the following. The recording settings and the choice of the units are configured in the ATEM Software Control program. In turn, the recording status will appear in the windows of the simultaneous visualization mode.

The two 3.5 mm stereo inputs allow to connect flap or desktop microphones. On the other hand, during an interview, the two additional audio inputs make it possible for both the presenter and the interviewed person to have flap microphones. The mixer also includes Fairalight tools to create an exceptional sound mixture.

Each of the 4 HDMI inputs allows the signals format to be converted. In this way, the mixer is capable of Process sources in 720p, 1080p and 1080i automáticamentand. For its part, the HDMI output works as an assistant, so it allows to transmit any of the four sources or the main signal. This provides the opportunity to see the advances or supervise the signs of the connected cameras on a single screen.

The ATEM Software Control program provides access to all mixer functions. Its interface presents an elegant design with a virtual panel and tabs to make adjustments quickly. Although the connection is normally established using the USB port, it is also possible to connect several computer equipment through an Ethernet network, run copies of the program in each of them simultaneously and even save the device settings in an XML file, in addition to controlling HyperDeck recorders to play clips.

The multimedia panel provides the possibility of Store up to 20 RGBA images To use them in titles, logos and opening sequences. It is even possible to take advantage of captures to create complex effects, such as graphic curtains. In addition, the ATEM MINI models allow you to capture the transmitted images and add them to the multimedia panel. The graphics can be loaded directly from the ATEM Control Software program or imported by complement for Photoshop, which is ideal for sports markers, for example, since they can be used directly in the player.

The ATEM mini models are Ideal for informative newsletters or presentations in the set, since they have an advanced composer to performR Overpositions for chrominance, and an additional one for linear compositions. Likewise, it is possible to superimpose titles or graphics with a green or blue background that will then become transparent when processed by the device.

Multipantalla

When larger productions are made with multiple cameras, it is very useful power Display all sources at the same time in a single pantsto. In this sense, the ATEM MINI PRO version has an option that allows to supervise the sources, the program and the advance on a single HDMI television or monitor. Each window shows the signal of a camera and includes indicators to know which is on the air, as well as custom labels and audio meters. Likewise, it is possible to see the content of the multimedia player, in order to confirm the selected graph, also has the recording status and the internet transmission, as well as a Fairalight audio mixer.

Thanks to these tools, the ATEM mini model allows Complex audio mixtures with a total of twelve channels, including HDMI sources and the two stereo inputs for microphones. Each of them includes a parametric equalizer of 6 bands with compressor, limiter, expansor, noise door and sound distribution.

In order to achieve a more professional work dynamic, ATEM mini mixers provide the possibility of driving remote cameras. In this sense, the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4K and 6K models can be used as study cameras, since they are controlled by the HDMI connection. This allows access to adjustments and chromatic correction tools from the ATEM Software Control program. In this way, by modifying the ISO, color, the opening of the diaphragm, the focus and the focal distance from a computer equipment, the person in charge of the camera can completely concentrate on the shot. The application offers two display modes. The first resembles a traditional camera control unit (CCU), while the second is similar to Davinci's interface resolve and allows any live production to be given a film style.

Grant Petty, CEO of Blackmagic Design, emphasizes that "this new model is fantastic, since not only offers all the benefits of the Atem Mini version, but also the possibility of recording, transmitting online or supervising the sources simultaneously."

“We have been surprised by the type of projects in which our clients use the ATEM MINI model, and the truth is that we never hope they would That users are able to achieve with this new mixer, ”he concludes.

Key features

Miniaturized design with control panel.

Admits up to four cameras or computer equipment.

USB output that works as a webcam and provides compatibility with a wide variety of applications.

Live broadcasts by Ethernet.

H.264 file recording on USB records.

Two stereo inputs to connect flap or desk microphones.

Convert and resince automatically the incoming HDMI signals.

Includes ATEM Software Program Control for Mac and Windows.

Internal memory that allows you to store up to 20 RGBA images for titles, logos and opening sequences.

Includes advanced composer for overlays with green and blue funds.

Simultaneous visualization of the signs of all cameras.

Includes tools for audio mixture with limiter, compressor, six -band equalizer and much more.

BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera camera remote control via the HDMI port