Blackmagic Design ATEM SDI Extreme ISO Switcher

The Blackmagic Design ATEM SDI Extreme ISO Switcher serves as an 8-input live production switcher tailored for live streaming applications. It is equipped with an integrated control panel and boasts advanced broadcasting capabilities. In addition to facilitating live streaming via RTMP protocols, the device allows for program output as a webcam through USB connectivity. The ISO designation of the switcher enables the individual recording of each of the eight input videos in MP4 format, along with the program output through one of its USB Type-C ports. Furthermore, the switcher automatically creates a DaVinci Resolve project file, allowing for subsequent editing and refinement. This adaptable switcher features eight independent 3G-SDI inputs that accommodate all widely used HD signals up to 1080p60. Each input is equipped with separate frame rate and format converters, and it offers re-syncing capabilities to ensure smooth transitions between various professional and consumer cameras, gaming consoles, and computer sources.

Utilize the control surface's buttons or the software control panel to switch, apply effects, color grade, and key in real time. The CCU functions enable the management of Blackmagic Studio and URSA Mini/Broadcast/Micro Studio cameras directly from the switcher. The ATEM Mini Extreme ISO accommodates up to nine layers, featuring four upstream keyers and two downstream keyers, as well as up to four chroma keyers, four linear keyers, two DVEs with borders and drop shadows, five pattern generators, and two color generators. Tailored for live streaming or webcam use, the Mini Extreme ISO is equipped with four 3G-SDI outputs for monitor connections and supports a multiview of up to 16 screens.

Stream Live

Live stream to YouTube, Facebook Live, Skype, Twitch, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other platforms that support RTMP protocols.

Control Interface

The front panel is equipped with user-friendly buttons designed for selecting sources, applying video effects, and managing transitions. The source buttons are generously sized, enabling tactile operation. The ATEM Extreme ISO features dedicated buttons for audio mixing, recording, and streaming management, in addition to output selection buttons that facilitate switching the video output among cameras, the program feed, and multiview. On the rear panel, there are 3G-SDI connections available for cameras or computers, additional microphone inputs, a USB port for webcam output, and four 3G-SDI "AUX" outputs for program video.

Output

You can output using the Ethernet connection to your network or use the USB Type-C output to have your switched show recognized as a webcam input by virtually any video software such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, Open Broadcaster, XSplit Broadcaster, and others.

4G and 5G Phone Support

When conducting live production on-site, the ATEM Mini Extreme models allow for the connection of an Apple or Android phone to the USB port, enabling the use of mobile data. This feature serves as an excellent backup for the primary Ethernet connection, ensuring that your stream remains uninterrupted in the event of a disruption to the hardwired connection. The switcher will seamlessly transition to utilizing the phone as the main connection, and the USB port will simultaneously charge your phone, preventing battery depletion.

Multiview Monitoring

You can configure the 3G-SDI outputs for multiview with 4, 7, 10, 13, up to 16 views including Program, Preview, eight 3G-SDI inputs, SuperSource, clean feed, media player, streaming status, recording status, and audio meters.

Media Pool

The switcher can store up to 20 images with fill and key, and it supports PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG, and TIFF file formats.

Compatibility

It includes the ATEM Software Control Panel, and it is also compatible with the ATEM 1 M/E, ATEM 2 M/E, and ATEM 4 M/E Advanced Panels. The ATEM Mini Extreme ISO can be configured using Blackmagic's Videohub Hardware Panel Setup utility to route sources to destinations using Videohub Smart Control Pro and Videohub Master Control Pro.

Recording

The ATEM Mini Extreme models facilitate the direct recording of streaming data onto USB flash drives, utilizing the same H.264 video files accompanied by AAC audio that are streamed. Additionally, the Mini Extreme ISO variant enables the recording of eight input video channels as MP4 files. This feature permits seamless uploads to various online video platforms, including YouTube and Vimeo. Furthermore, the system supports recording to multiple drives through a USB hub or the Blackmagic MultiDock, ensuring that when one drive reaches capacity, recording can seamlessly transition to a second drive for uninterrupted operation. Configuration of recording settings and disk selection is managed through the ATEM Software Control, and a recording status display is available in the integrated multiview. Moreover, recording can be initiated on connected Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras.

DaVinci Resolve Integration

The Mini Extreme ISO saves a DaVinci Resolve project file, so with a single click, you can open your live production as a video edit. All cuts, dissolves, and media pool graphics will be loaded, allowing you to tweak and edit your live production using the recorded input footage. If you recorded the camera originals as Blackmagic Raw camera files, you can relink those and take advantage of DaVinci Resolve's color correction abilities.

Video Effects

One of the advantages of the ATEM Mini is its ability to deliver professional production quality through a variety of integrated video effects. The cut button facilitates an immediate switch between sources. The auto button, a term commonly used in large broadcast switchers, allows for seamless video effect transitions. Additionally, there are duration buttons for video effects that provide settings of 0.5, 1, 1.5, and 2 seconds. Users can also choose from different types of effects, such as mix, which creates a smooth transition between sources, and dip, which transitions by fading to a color. Alternatively, one can utilize engaging DVE effects that animate the image off-screen during source transitions.

Audio

The ATEM Mini is equipped with two independent 3.5mm stereo audio inputs, allowing for the connection of both desktop and lapel microphones. Additionally, a music player can be connected to provide introductory music that plays after the live stream begins but prior to the start of the program. The inclusion of two additional stereo audio inputs ensures that both the host and guest can utilize lapel microphones during interviews. Each audio input on the ATEM Mini is accompanied by buttons on the panel for adjusting audio levels and enabling inputs into the audio mixer. All models are equipped with a Fairlight audio mixer that integrates with all SDI inputs, and both microphone inputs are linked to the audio mixer, facilitating live mixing from various audio sources. Furthermore, the ATEM Mini Extreme model features a headphone output.

Broadcast Features

Hiding in the ATEM Mini Extreme models are a host of broadcast-caliber features that are accessible when connected to a Mac or Windows computer running the free ATEM Software Control app.