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Blackmagicdesign Ultimatte 12 4K User Manual

Blackmagicdesign Ultimatte 12 4K
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Ultimatte 12
Ultimatte 12
September 2022
Operations Manual

Table of Contents

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Blackmagicdesign Ultimatte 12 4K Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelUltimatte 12 4K
ManufacturerBlackmagic Design
CategoryRecording Equipment
Resolution4K
KeyingYes
Chroma KeyingYes
Luma KeyingYes
ControlEthernet, USB
EthernetYes
Computer InterfaceUSB
Supported Video Standards1080p, 4K

Summary

Getting Started

Plugging in Power

Instructions for connecting the IEC power cable to the Ultimatte's rear panel.

Connecting your Camera Foreground

How to connect the camera to the camera foreground input after power is connected.

Connecting the Background

Steps to connect the background source into the 'background' input.

Generating an Auto Composite

Explains how Ultimatte automatically builds a composite once sources are connected.

Connecting to a Switcher

Setting the Auto Composite

How to reset the starting composite using the 'auto key' function on the front panel.

Connectors

Power

Connecting a standard IEC cable to the rear panel for power.

Ethernet

Connecting to a computer, network, or Smart Remote 4 via Ethernet.

Video Inputs

Background Input

Connecting the primary image to be used as the background for the composite.

Camera Foreground Input

Connecting the foreground image, typically talent in front of a green screen.

Video Outputs

Supported Video Formats

Lists video formats supported across different connection types.

Using the Front Control Panel

LCD Display

Explains the information displayed on the LCD screen.

USB

Using the front panel USB port to connect to a computer.

LCD Menu Settings

Navigating the setup menu for various settings.

Language

Default Standard

Setting the default video standard that determines format for inputs/outputs.

Network Settings

Configuring IP address, subnet mask, and gateway settings.

IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway

DHCP

Enabling DHCP for automatic IP address assignment on a network.

Reset

Updating the Internal Software

Steps to download and install the latest internal software.

Controlling Ultimatte

Ultimatte Software Control

Detailed explanation of the software for full control and configuration.

Installing Ultimatte Software

Information on installing Ultimatte Software Control and Setup applications.

Windows Installation

Mac Installation

Steps for installing Ultimatte software on macOS.

Connecting your Computer

How to connect the computer via Ethernet for control.

Connecting Directly

Connecting via a Network

Connecting Ultimatte to a network for control.

Assigning a Unit Number

Assigning unit numbers for controlling multiple Ultimatte units.

Ultimatte Software Control Layout

Main Menu Buttons

Description of the main menu buttons for selecting input sources and configuration.

Information, File Control and Auto Key

Section for saving presets, auto composite, and configuration settings.

Groups

Functions

Section for specific settings that can be selected, enabled, or disabled.

Status Bar

Displays status of Ultimatte units being controlled.

Ultimatte Main Unit Indicators

Monitor Out

Selecting images to display on a video monitor connected to the monitor output.

Setting Controls

Adjusting settings using control knobs on the interface.

Using the Media Pool

To load a still into the media pool

Step-by-step guide to import images into the media pool.

To assign a still image to a source

Steps to assign imported images to background, layer, or matte.

Supported File Formats for Stills

Stills Background and Layer Options

Options for using RGB and alpha channels of stills for backgrounds/layers.

Ultimatte Compositing Workflow

To save a quick preset

Saving workflow settings to quick presets via Ultimatte Software Control.

Quick Guide to Building a Composite

Setting the Foreground Backing Color

How to set the backing color (green, red, or blue) for matte generation.

Setting Screen Correction

To perform a screen correction

Step-by-step guide to capture and apply screen correction.

Perfecting your Composite

Matte Adjustments

Refining internal mattes using black gloss settings.

Clean Up Adjustments

Using clean up settings to remove screen imperfections.

Flare

Refining spill suppression to restore foreground colors.

Ambiance

Adding subtle color influences from the background to the foreground.

Advanced Ultimatte Controls

Adjusting Matte Controls

Detailed adjustments for matte controls like density and black gloss.

Matte Density

Strengthening matte opacity and preventing background show-through.

Black Gloss

Removing gray areas in the matte caused by highlights reflecting backing color.

Adjusting Foreground Flare Controls

Adjusting Foreground Ambiance Controls

Layer Switch

Matte Input Settings

Details on the four types of matte inputs accepted by Ultimatte.

Settings

Presets

Saving and Managing Presets

Accessing preset management functions: saving, loading, exporting.

Importing and Exporting Presets

Archives

Creating an Archive

Steps to create a complete backup archive of the Ultimatte unit.

Restoring an Archive

Camera Control via Ultimatte 12 HD Mini

Connecting to a Network

Setting the IP Address

Changing the IP address using front panel LCD or Setup software.

Blackmagic Ultimatte Setup

Using Smart Remote 4

Updating your Smart Remote 4

Installing Ultimatte Smart Remote Setup

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