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
Audio Mixer
Monitor Output
Media Player
Specifications
Connections
Total Video Inputs
4
Total Outputs
2
Total Aux Outputs
1
Total Audio Inputs
2 x 3.5mm stereo mini jack.
Total Audio Outputs
None, embedded audio only.
Timecode Connection
None
HDMI Video Inputs
4 x HDMI type A, 10-bit HD switchable.
2 channel embedded audio.
Video Input Re-Sync
On all 4 HDMI inputs.
Frame Rate and Format Converters
On all 4 HDMI inputs.
HDMI Program Outputs
1
Ethernet
Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BaseT for live streaming, software control, software updates and direct or network panel connection.
Computer Interface
1 x USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 for external drive recording, webcam out, software control, software updates and panel connection.
Standards
HD Video Input Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
HD Video Output Standards
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
Video Streaming Standards
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
Ultra HD Video Standards
None
Video Sampling
4:2:2 YUV
Color Precision
10-bit
Color Space
Rec 709
HDMI Input Resolutions from Computers
1280 x 720p 50Hz, 59.94Hz and 60Hz
1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97,30, 50, 59.94 and 60Hz
1920 x1080i 50 and 59.94Hz 60Hz
Colorspace Conversion
Hardware based real time.
Product Specifics
Upstream Keyers
1
Downstream Keyers
1
Advanced Chroma Keyers
1
Linear/Luma Keyers
2
Transition Keyer
DVE only.
Total Number of Layers
5
Pattern Generators
1
Color Generators
2
DVE with Borders and Drop Shadow
1
Interface
Minimum monitor resolution of 1366 x 768.
Audio
Audio Mixer
6 input x 2 channel mixer.
Selectable On/Off/Audio-Follow-Video per channel plus separate gain control per channel.
Level and Peak metering. Plus new Fairlight audio enhancements: Compressor, Gate, Limiter, 6 bands of parametric EQ. Master gain control.
Analog Input
Unbalanced stereo
Analog Input Delay
Up to 8 frames
Input Impedance
1.8k
Max Input Level
+6dBV
Mic Plug In Power
Available on both 3.5mm mini jack connections.
Streaming
Direct Streaming
ATEM Mini Pro supports direct live streaming over ethernet using Real Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP).
Recording
Direct Recording
1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion port for external media to direct record a .mp4 H.264 with AAC audio at the ATEM video standard.
Media Format
Supports media formatted ExFAT (Windows/Mac) or HFS+ (Mac) file system.
Multi View Monitoring
Multi View Monitoring
1 x 10 Views including left right configurable Program/Preview, 4 HDMI inputs, Media Player, Streaming Status, Recording Status and Audio Meters.
Multi View Video Standard
HD
Media Player
Media Players
1
Channels
Fill and key for each Media Player.
Media Pool Still Image Capacity
20 with fill and key.
Media Pool Still Image Format
PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG and TIFF.
Control
Control Panel
Built in control panel. Software control panel with camera control included. Supports optional hardware panel.
Control Panel Connection
Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BaseT. Ethernet used for direct connection between panel and chassis or via network. ATEM Mini Pro also supports direct USB-C connection. Ethernet or USB-C used for updating the software.
Control Panel Compatibilty
Includes ATEM Software Control Panel. Also compatible with ATEM 1 M/E Advanced Panel and ATEM 2 M/E Broadcast Panel.
Control Panel Included
ATEM Software Control Panel included free for Mac 10.14 Mojave, Mac 10.15 Catalina or later and Windows 10 64 bit only.
Software
Software Updates
Using USB or Ethernet connection directly connected to Mac OS X or Windows computers. Includes ATEM Switcher Utility.
Configuration
Set via ATEM Software Control Panel, excluding ATEM chassis IP address which is set via the ATEM Switcher Utility connected via USB to chassis.
Power Requirements
Power Supply
1 x External 12V power supply.
Power Usage
30W
Physical Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
5° C to 40° C (41° – 104° F)
Storage Temperature
-10° to 60° C (14° to 140° F)
Relative Humidity
0% to 90% non-condensing