Key Information About the ATEM 1 M/E Constellation 4K Switcher
- 10 12G?SDI inputs with standard and format conversion on each input, plus 6 fully routable 12G?SDI outputs.
- Ultra HD production up to 2160p60 with DVE, 4 advanced chroma keyers, 16-window multiview, and clean feed.
- USB?C webcam output 720p/1080p for streaming, built-in talkback system, and 28-channel Fairlight audio mixer (6-band EQ, full dynamics).
- Internal timecode generation, genlock Tri?Sync/Black Burst, software control, and optional hardware panels.
?Constellation? Power in a 1U Chassis
The logical successor to the historic ATEM 1 M/E models, the ATEM 1 M/E Constellation 4K embodies the ?Constellation? range philosophy: 12G?SDI connectivity on all inputs/outputs, native Ultra HD processing, extended multiview, and modern workflows. Compared to previous generations, you benefit from conversion on every input, a direct USB?C webcam output, and a more powerful chroma key engine, all in a compact 1U form factor.
Who and What For?
Ideal for mobile production trucks, corporate studios, houses of worship, e-sports, education, or small TV stations, this 1 M/E switcher delivers professional 4K switching without complexity. Its USB?C webcam output simplifies streaming, while its 6 routable 12G?SDI outputs and 16-view multiview streamline live production on agile shoots.
Key Features for 4K Live Production
Video and Keying
The 10 12G?SDI inputs auto-detect formats from 720p to 2160p60 and synchronize with conversion. The M/E engine includes 4 advanced chroma keyers for green screen studios, 1 DVE for image effects, and a Stinger for broadcast transitions. Pattern and color generators speed up graphic setups.
Monitoring and Control
The configurable multiview (4 to 16 windows) displays labels, VU meters, and key/fill states. The front panel features a 2.2-inch LCD screen and emergency switching, while the Ethernet connection allows software control or via ATEM hardware panels.
Integrated Fairlight Audio
The 28-channel mixer manages SDI audio and analog sources with a 6-band parametric EQ, compressor, gate, expander, and limiter. The ?Audio-Follow-Video? mode ensures consistent audio/video transitions.
Simplified Streaming
The USB?C webcam output exposes the program at 720p or 1080p to streaming applications as a UVC camera, enabling immediate on-air broadcasting.
Technical Specifications
Connections
- Total video inputs: 10
- Total video outputs: 6
- SDI rates: 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G
- 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 embedded audio channels on all SDI inputs
- SDI audio outputs: 16 embedded audio channels on all SDI outputs
- Timecode connections: None
- Reference input: Tri?Sync or Black Burst
- Video input synchronization: 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: 1
- Webcam output: 1 x USB?C supporting 720p or 1080p at PGM frame rate
- Number of multiviews: 1 x 12G?SDI
- Control panel connection: Ethernet (direct or networked)
- Internal timecode generator: Yes
- Talkback: RJ45 for third-party systems
- Tally output: via Blackmagic Design ?GPI and Tally Interface? over Ethernet (sold separately)
- Ethernet: 10/100/1000 BASE?T
- Computer interface: 1 x USB?C (USB 2.0)
Video and SDI Standards
- SD video standards: None
- HD video standards: 720p50/59.94/60, 1080i50/59.94/60, 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
- Ultra HD video standards: 2160p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
- SDI compliance: SMPTE 292M, 296M, 424M, 425M level A and B, 2081?1/2081?10, 2082?1/2082?10
- Video sampling: 4:2:2
- Color precision: 10-bit
- Color space: Rec.709, Rec.2020
- SDI auto switching: detection of 1.5G, 3G (A/B), 6G, and 12G
Product Features
- Upstream keyers: 4
- Downstream keyers: 1
- Advanced chroma keyers: 4
- DVEs: 1
- Linear/luminance keyers: 5
- Transition keyers: 1 Stinger, 1 DVE
- Total layers: 7
- Pattern generators: 5
- Color generators: 2
- Control panel: front panel emergency switching, software, or optional hardware panel
- Routable windows: 16
- Source labels on windows: Yes
- Tally: red (program) and green (preview)
- Talkback support: Yes
- Mix-minus support: Yes
Multi View Monitoring
- 1 configurable multiview with 16, 13, 10, 7, or 4 views
- Monitoring of program, preview, inputs, media players, key masks, and clean feed, with labels and audio indicators
- Multiview video standard: HD or Ultra HD
Media Players
- Media players: 2 (fill and key for each)
- Still image library: 20
- Clip library: 2 x up to 2160p60
- Max clip length in HD 720: 1600 frames
- Max clip length in HD 1080: 800 frames
- Max clip length in UHD 2160: 200 frames
- Still image formats: PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG, TIFF
- Video formats: TGA sequence
- Audio formats: WAV, MP3, AIFF
Screen and Front Panel
- 2.2-inch LCD screen for video
- 10 LED buttons for configuration and emergency switching
- 4 source buttons, 6 talkback and mixing buttons
- Menu dial, setup button, and lock button
Processing
- Processing delay: < 10 lines
Audio Mixer
- 28-channel mixer
- Modes: On/Off/Audio-Follow-Video
- Level and peak metering
- Main gain control
- 6-band parametric EQ, dynamics: expander, gate, compressor, limiter
Down-Conversion
- 1 selectable down-converted HD output
Software
- Included control panel: ATEM Software Control (Mac 13.0 Ventura, Mac 14.0 Sonoma or later, Windows 10/11)
- Software updates: via USB or Ethernet (ATEM Setup Utility included)
Configuration
- Via ATEM Software Control Panel (chassis IP address via ATEM Setup Utility over USB)
Operating Systems
- Mac 14.0 Sonoma, Mac 15.0 Sequoia or later
- Windows 10 and 11
Power
- Power supply: 1 x internal 100?240 V AC
- Power consumption: 90 W
Physical Specifications
- Physical installation: 2/3 rack width, 1 rack unit height
Optional Accessories
- Blackmagic Universal Rack Shelf
Environmental Specifications
- Operating temperature: 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
- Storage temperature: -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
- Relative humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing
Included
- ATEM 1 M/E Constellation 4K
- Welcome pack with QR code to download software
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