Blackmagic Design BMD-SWATEMMXEPCEXTISO ATEM SDI Extreme ISO

Blackmagic Design BMD-SWATEMMXEPCEXTISO ATEM SDI Extreme ISO

ATEM SDI is afamily of live production switchers designed for broadcasters who need extreme portability! ATEM SDI switchers are very similar to ATEM Mini, however the video connections are 3G-SDI and each model has double the number of video outputs! Youget 4SDI inputs on the ATEM SDI and ATEM SDI Pro ISO models and 8SDI inputs on the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO model. Plus all SDI inputs feature standards converters and re-sync! Youeven get DVEs for picture in picture effects! TheUSB works as awebcam for connecting video to computers, while the Pro and Extreme models feature built in streaming. Foraudio the Fairlight mixer includes acompressor, limiter and 6band parametric EQ on eachinput!This model includes all the features of ATEM SDI Pro ISO model but has 8SDI inputs and 4SDI outputs. It can record 9separate H.264 video streams in realtime, allowing capture of all 8clean feed inputs as well as the program video. ADaVinci Resolve project file is alsosaved.

A New Generation of Ultra Portable Live Production

ATEM SDI Extreme Iso gives you the portable design of ATEM Mini, but its SDI connections means you can connect advanced broadcast quality cameras and recorders. This opens up awhole new world of ultra portable live production. Theincredibly portable design means you can fit awhole broadcast quality live production system in asmall bag or even abackpack!Youcan use multiple cameras on location and live stream direct to YouTube, or create abroadcast quality link back to astudio with ATEM Streaming Bridge. Unlike single camera remote shoots, ATEM SDI Extreme Iso lets you connect multiple cameras so you can create interesting remote interviews with multiple cameraangles.

Live Stream Direct to:

• Youtube
• Facebook Live
• Skype
• Twitch
• Zoom
• Microsoft Teams

Self Contained Broadcast Quality Switcher

ATEM SDI Extreme Iso has buttons for recording and streaming control, as well as output selection buttons that let you change the video output between program, direct camera feeds and the multi-view. Onthe rear panel there are SDI connections for cameras, extra microphone inputs, USB for webcam plus multiple SDI ""aux"" outputs for programvideo.

Easy to Use & Fast to Learn!

There's never been aswitcher that’s easier to use, as you simply press any of the input buttons labelled by number on the front panel to cut between video sources. Youcan choose between cut or effects transitions by selecting the cut or auto buttons. Unlike cut, the auto button tells ATEM SDI Extreme Iso to use avideo effect when switching inputs. Youcan select from exciting transitions such as dissolve, or more dramatic effects such as dip to color, DVE squeeze and DVE push. AddaDVE effect for picture in picture effects with customized picture positions and background. There are even ""media players"" which are astill store for titles and graphics that you can load via external softwarecontrol.

Connect 8 Broadcast Cameras

ATEM SDI Extreme Iso lets you connect multiple cameras for different views of the performance. Video cameras with SDI outputs such as Blackmagic Studio Camera or Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2 are much better quality as they have better low light performance and they use professional lenses. Allvideosources will re-sync to the switcher, even if they operate at different video standards. Everything just works so setup on location is easy and you don't have to worry about technical problems. Imagine taking advantage of the creative freedom of multi camera live production for interviews, advertorials, theater production, music performances, sports andmore!

Outputs Webcam for Video Software

To ensure maximum compatibility, all ATEM SDI Extreme ISO models feature USB that operates as asimple webcam source. That means you can plug into acomputer and get working with any video software! Thesoftware is tricked into thinking the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO is acommon webcam, but it's really alive production switcher. That guarantees full compatibility with any video software and in full resolution 1080HD quality. Choose any software you like, such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams or Skype for anew way to do presentations with aprofessional multi camera broadcast quality style! TheATEM SDI webcam output also works with streaming software such as Open Broadcaster, XSplit Broadcaster andmore!

Live Stream via Ethernet on ATEM SDI Pro

ATEM SDI Extreme models have abuilt in hardware streaming engine for live streaming via their ethernet connections. That means you can live stream to YouTube, Facebook and Twitch in better quality, without dropped frames and with simpler settings. Just select the streaming service and enter the streaming key! There arepalettes in ATEM Software Control for streaming setup, plus streaming status is also displayed in the multi-view. Streaming status is easy to understand as the data rate indicator shows internet speed required for the video format you're using. Ifyou're technically minded, you can update the streaming profiles in an XML settings file to load newservices.

Connect 5G or 4G Phones for Mobile Data

If you’re doing live production on location then the ATEM SDI Extreme models support connecting an Apple or Android phone to the USB port to use mobile data! It's also agreat backup for the main Ethernet connection. Phone tethering works with the latest high speed 5G phones plus the more common 4G phones! TheATEM switcher will automatically detect when aphone is connected and switch its internet connection to use it, eliminating the need for changing settings. When connected, the phone will power from the USB port so it remains charged from the switcher. Byusing phone tethering for mobile data, ATEM SDI Probecome the perfect mobile productionsolutions!

Record Direct to USB Flash Disks with ATEM SDI Pro

The ATEM SDI Extreme models also support direct recording of your streaming data to USB flash disks! That means you get very long recordings in the same H.264 video files with AAC audio that you streamed, so you can direct upload to any online video site, such as YouTube or Vimeo. Recording to multiple disks is also supported via aUSB hub so when adisk fills, recording can continue to asecond disk so you get non-stop recording. Record settings and disk selection are set up in ATEM Software Control and you can also display the recording status in themulti-view.

Edit Live Production with Separate ISO Recordings

The ATEM SDI Extreme ISO models allow you to edit your live event as they can record multiple video streams, including clean feeds of all inputs and program, all at the same time! Media pool images used are also saved with the video files. Thevideo files include metadata tags such as synced timecode and camera numbers. Imagine re-editing your show with new color grades, effects and graphics! Even the audio sources are all recorded so you can professionally remix youraudio!

Edit Live Production in DaVinci Resolve

The ISO models also save aDaVinci Resolve project file, so with asingle click you can open your live production as avideo edit. Allcuts, dissolves and media pool graphics will be loaded. This means you can fine tune edit points or even completely replace shots! TheDaVinci Resolve Sync Bin lets you edit shots via amultiview interface, so it's easy to use and fast! AllISO files will be automatically aligned by timecode, so you can scroll along and see all camera angles perfectlysynced.

Add Exciting Video Effects

One of the benefits of ATEM SDI Extreme ISO is the professional production values that are possible using the range of built in video effects! Thecut button ensures an instant cut when switching between sources. Theauto button is aprofessional term that's used on large broadcast switchers to enable video effect transitions. There are duration buttons for video effects allowing 0.5, 1, 1.5 and 2second settings. Youcan also select the type of effect you want including mix, which does asmooth transition between sources, and dip which fades via acolor during the transition. Oruse fun DVE effects that move the image off screen when transitioning betweensources!

Work with Professional Microphones

With two independent 3.5mm stereo audio inputs, you can connect desktop and lapel microphones. Youcan even connect amusic player to generate introduction music after the live stream commences but before the program starts. With 2extra stereo audio inputs, you can ensure ahost and guest both have lapel microphones when doing interviews. Allaudio inputs to ATEM SDI Extreme ISO include buttons on the panel for adjusting audio level and enabling inputs into the audio mixer. Plus all models feature aFairlight audio mixer with all SDI inputs and both microphone inputs connected to the audio mixer allowing live mixing from all your audio sources. TheATEM SDI Extreme also adds aheadphoneoutput.

Automatically Converts Any SDI Input Format

Each 3G-SDI video input features its own dedicated standards converter. That means ATEM SDI Extreme ISO will automatically convert 1080p, 1080i and 720p sources to the switcher video standard! Bydefault the switcher will set its video format automatically, however you can also set the switcher to any video standard manually! TheSDI outputs are atrue “aux""outputs so you can independently customize the source video routed to each SDI output. Alloutputs can be connected to cameras as they include camera control and tally information.Onthe more powerful ATEM SDI Extreme models, the SDI output can also be selected to display the built inmulti-view.

Secret Broadcast Features Built In!

While ATEM SDI Extreme ISO is easy to use, it also has very powerful high end broadcast features! ATEM SDI is even perfect for training new live production crews as it has the same features as the massive switchers used in large broadcast studios. Youget an ATEM Advanced Chroma Key, Fairlight audio mixer, DVE, still store for graphics and much more! Simply run the free ATEMSoftware Control app on Mac or Windows while connected via USB or Ethernet to access the extended features of the ATEM SDI Pro ISO. With alittle experimentation you can learn how to produce broadcast quality live production. Only ATEM SDI Pro ISO is atrue broadcast switcher hidden in atiny and affordabledesign!

Includes Free Atem Software Control Panel

The ATEM Software Control app unlocks the hidden power of ATEM SDI Extreme ISO and allows access to every feature in the switcher. ATEM Software Control features avisual switcher user interface with parameter palettes for making quick adjustments. Although you can normally connect via USB, if you connect using Ethernet it's possible for multiple users toconnect to ATEM SDI Extreme ISO using separate copies of ATEM Software Control on different computers! Thesoftware lets you access full audio mixing with effects, load still frames and even do advanced macro programming! Youcan even save the switcher state as an XML file! Ifyou need clip playback, you can even control HyperDeck disk recorders viaEthernet.

DVE for Picture in Picture, Transitions & Effects

One of the most exciting features on ATEM SDI Extreme ISO is the built in DVE that allows picture in picture effects and DVE transitions! TheDVE lets you create professional picture in picture effects with customizable 3D borders, shadows and lighting. Theimage quality is the same as high end ATEM switcher models and the DVE supports position, resize and scale, all inreal time. TheDVE can also be used to create amazing transitions with 16 different DVE squeeze and DVE push effects for adding excitement to your programming. TheDVE features a""fly key"" so you can use it with custom graphics to create graphic wipetransitions!

Professional Broadcast Transitions

ATEM SDI Extreme Iso includes awide range of broadcast quality HD native transitions such as mix, dip, wipe and more. Alltransitions can be customized by adjusting parameters such as duration, border color, border width, position and direction. Youcan also use the DVE in transitions, allowingagraphic to be moved over the wipe edge which is called agraphic wipe, and is commonly used in sports programming. Toeliminate errors, ATEM SDI has apreview transition feature so you can check your transitions before putting them toair.

Built-In Graphics with Photoshop Plug-In

The built in ""media pool"" allows the loading of up to 20 separate broadcast quality RGBA graphics for titles, opening plates and logos. Themedia player is used to output the selected image so it appears as an extra internal video source for use in graphics and titles. Youcan even use still frames for complex effects such as graphic wipes. ATEM SDI Extreme can also grab stills from video and save them to the internal media pool. Graphics can be loaded via ATEM Software Control or downloaded directly from Photoshop using the ATEM Photoshop plug-in. ThePhotoshop Plug-in is perfect for graphics that change often, such as scoreboards, as you can download directly into the mediaplayer.

Includes New ATEM Advanced Chroma Key

For news or on-set presentation work, ATEM Extreme is perfect as it features the powerful ATEM Advanced Chroma Key for green screen keying effects. Thechroma keyer is incredibly powerful and features acolor picker to sample background colors for automatic generation of the key parameters. Youget precise controls for edge and flare, and there is even aforeground color corrector so you can match the foreground and background layers for seamless compositions. Youcan even use it for title overlays by creating graphics with agreen or blue background. Plus the ATEM SDI Extreme includes amassive 4separate ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers, for akeyer per camera, allowing virtual setproduction!

Create Amazing Virtual Sets

The ATEM SDI Extreme models include 4upstream chroma keyers and this allows you to build exciting virtual sets! With 4independent chroma keyers, you get akeyer per camera so you can build avirtual set for up to 4cameras. With ATEM SDI Extreme you have 8inputs, 4to use for cameras and the other 4can be connected to avirtual set computer for the renderedbackgrounds. Orif you don't need to move your cameras, you can do fixed camera virtual sets by loading pre rendered still image backgrounds from the media players and media pool. Youcan setup macros to change cameras and load the correct background into the mediaplayers!

Powerful SuperSource Processing

In addition to 2independent DVEs in the ATEM SDI Extreme models, there's also apowerful SuperSource multi layer processor with 4extra DVE layers plus abackground layer, that all appear to ATEM SDI Extreme as an additional input source. AnyATEM SDI Extreme video input can be used for each SuperSource DVE, then it’s all layered together overIn addition to 2independent DVEs in the ATEM SDI Extreme models, there's also apowerful SuperSource multi layer processor with 4extra DVE layers plus abackground layer, that all appear to ATEM SDI Extreme as an additional input source. AnyATEM SDI Extreme video input can be used for each SuperSource DVE, then it’s all layered together over

True Broadcast Style Mix Effects Switching

Although ATEM SDI Extreme works in ""cut bus"" mode when first purchased, it can also be changed to ""program/preview"" style operation, which is the way broadcasters normally use live production switchers. Cutbus switching is easy and selecting any input will instantly switch to that source. However if you want to operate ATEM SDI Pro like atrue professional then you can change the switcher to program/preview using ATEM Software Control settings. Mixeffects operation allows asource to be selected but it won't be put on air until you press the cut or auto buttons. That 2step program/preview process means fewermistakes.

Monitor Sources & Status with ATEM SDI Pro Multi-view!

When doing larger live productions with multiple cameras, it’s very useful to see all your video sources at the same time on asingle monitor. TheATEM SDI Extreme models include aprofessional multi-view that lets you see all video inputs, preview and program on asingle SDI monitor! Simply select M/V button on the front panel to select the multi-view! Each camera view includes tally indicators so you know when each source is on-air, and each view also has custom labels and audio meters.Plus the ATEM SDI Extreme models allow you to select up to 16 custom views! Multi-view even includes status for recording, streaming and the audiomixer!

Built In Audio Mixer with 6 Band EQ, Compressor and Limiter

With abuilt in Fairlight audio mixer, ATEM SDI Extreme makes it possible to do complex live sound mixing. Theinternal mixer features enough channels for each SDI input so you can mix audio from all sources! That’s audio from all SDI sources, plus the 2stereo mic inputs. Each input channel features the highest quality 6band parametric EQ and compressor, limiter,expander and noise gate as well as full panning. Youcan even set up the software to auto mix between inputs as you switch ""AFV"" or to live mix multiple sources together all at once. Allthis audio power can be controlled via ATEM Software Control, or you can add aMackie compatiblepanel.

Create Broadcast Links with ATEM Streaming Bridge

The ATEM Streaming Bridge is avideo converter that lets you receive aH.264 stream from any ATEM SDI Extreme and convert it back to video. This means you can send video to remote locations around your local Ethernet network, or via the internet globally! That's possible because it uses an advanced H.264 codec for high quality at very low data rates.This means you can create broadcast quality links back to your studio using the internet, so it's much lower cost. Tomake setup is easy, the ATEM software utility can create asetup files that you can email to the remote studio. ATEM Streaming Bridge is the perfect way to use ATEM SDI as aremote broadcaststudio!

Develop Custom Remote Control Solutions

The Ethernet connection also allows customized control solutions! Even though ATEM SDI Extreme ISO includes ATEM Software Control, you can use the Ethernet to control the ATEM remotely, anywhere in the world. Apopular workflow is to use the Ethernet to allow the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO to be positioned near the cameras, but the control is positioned remotely in aquieter space, such as acontrol room. Imagine using the switcher from acontrol room and building aprofessional broadcasting studio where the control room can be separated away from the performance or interviews. Ethernet allows you to add as many panels as you like all at the same time, or you can build custom solutions using the developerSDK!

Connect a HDMI Computer

If you need to connect computer graphics to ATEM SDI Extreme ISO, then you can use aMicro Converter HDMI to SDI. Because the connection is direct, the quality is amazing! Ifyou create graphics with agreen background, then the ATEM Advanced Keyer will allow compositing titles over alive background! Computers also make fantastic mediaplayers!

Connect a HDMI Camera

Connect aBlackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera4K or 6K by using aMicro Converter BiDirect SDI/HDMI. Itwill convert the camera HDMI to the switcher SDI input. Itcan also take an SDI output of the switcher and embed the camera control into the HDMI data link back to the camera. This gives you tally and color corrector control direct from theswitcher!

Switch Faster with an ATEM 1 M/E Advanced Panel

With Ethernet built in, ATEM SDI Extreme ISO can use hardware control panels for high end workflows that take advantage of the hidden broadcast features in the switcher! TheATEM 1M/E Advanced Panel features the fast program/preview style with separate source buttons for both program and preview rows. Getdirect access to all transitions automatically or manuallyusing the t-bar. Foraccurate control of the DVE, the joystick provides X, Ypositioning with rotation setting the DVE size. Youalso get LCD menus to control features that don't have dedicated knobs and buttons. Youcan even program and trigger macros! Plus you can still use the hardware panel if you upgrade to abigger ATEM switcherlater!

Get Industry Standard Professional Camera Control

When working on live production, its critical all cameras are perfectly matched with good color balance for aconsistent look when transitioning between the each camera. TheATEM Camera Control Panel works with ATEM SDI Extreme ISO and is the perfect solution for camera control. Allcontrol commands are sent to the cameras using the SDI camera control protocol which issupported by cameras such as Blackmagic URSA Broadcast and Blackmagic Studio Cameras. Youget dedicated controls including CCU style joystick and controls for RGB camera color, master gain, black, iris and more. Plus all controls are arranged in afamiliar broadcast layout perfect for both experienced and newoperators!

Compatible with Blackmagic Cameras, Panels, Decks & More!

ATEM SDI Extreme ISO is even more powerful it can be expanded to grow with you. Addan ATEM Advanced Panel to get professional industry standard switcher control. Then add an ATEM Camera Control Panel for fast control and color balancing of up to four cameras. Forcameras, Blackmagic Studio Cameras make great studio cameras as they have tally and control all built into thecompact and very portable design. Formastering, Blackmagic HyperDeck Studio recorders are perfect because they include popular file formats such as ProRes, H.264 and DNx. Youcan even live stream using an UltraStudio or Blackmagic Web Presenter! Then add aMicro Converter SDI to HDMI 3G converter for HDMImonitoring!