Introducing ATEM Constellation HD
ATEM Constellation HD switchers are professional broadcast grade digital production switchers
capable of switching and processing a variety of video sources in live video production and
broadcast environments. The switcher uses the current and familiar M/E (Mix Effects) based
design with software and hardware control options that provides an intuitive, fast and easy to
use workflow for program/preview switching! If you’re used to the older A/B direct switcher
style, ATEM switchers also support A/B direct switching which makes it easy to get started!
You only need an ATEM live production switcher and the included software control panel to get
started. Then you can optionally add one or more hardware control panels if you need a more
advanced solution.
Multiple control panels can be connected to control the same switcher by simple Ethernet
connections. The ATEM software control panel can be installed on as many computers as you
like at no extra cost.
You can build a custom ATEM live broadcast system to suit your individual requirements
What is an M/E Switcher?
If you have used low cost switchers before, then these might not have used the mix effects
style of operation that’s commonly called an M/E style of operation. If you have used an M/E
style switcher, then you might want to skip ahead to install and get working with your new
ATEM switcher!
When you’re starting out with a switcher for the first time, the ATEM can look a little intimidating
with all its buttons and knobs, however it’s all very logically laid out so it’s very simple to use!
ATEM is a true high-end broadcast switcher that operates using the M/E workflow standards
used in the broadcast industry. This means once you get familiar with how it works, you will feel
instantly at home on virtually any switcher used in broadcast today.
The M/E style of operation has been developed over decades to help eliminate errors when
switching live events and is a broadcast standard. It’s extremely easy to see what’s going on
at any time so you don’t get confused and make mistakes. The M/E style of operation lets you
check the sources you are about to switch on air, as well as try effects before using them on air.
You can see buttons for each keyer and transition, so you instantly know what’s going on and
what’s about to happen.
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