Overview
The Advanced 2 M/E live production switcher is a powerful tool for live video production. It features 20 standards converted 12G-SDI inputs, allowing for a wide range of video sources to be connected. Additionally, it has 12 x 12G-SDI aux outputs, providing flexibility for routing video to different destinations. The switcher also includes 2 DVEs (digital video effects), which allow for creative transitions and effects between video sources.
With 8 ATEM Advanced Keyers, the switcher has the capability to create complex multi-layered effects. It also has 2 multiviews, allowing for easy monitoring of multiple video sources at once. The SuperSource feature provides a total of 6 DVEs, making it possible to create dynamic and visually engaging productions. Overall, the Advanced 2 M/E live production switcher offers a comprehensive set of features for professional live video production.
Included in box
1x ATEM 2 M/E Constellation 4K
1x Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
About the Blackmagic ATEM 2 M/E Constellation 4K
Advanced 2 M/E live production switcher includes 20 standards converted 12G-SDI inputs, 12 x 12G-SDI aux outputs, 2 DVEs, 8 ATEM Advanced Keyers, 2 multiviews and a SuperSource for a total of 6 DVEs.
CONNECTIONS
Total video inputs 20
Total video outputs 12
SDI rates 1.5G
3G
6G
12G
Total audio inputs 2 × balanced 1/4 inch jack
1 × 5 pin XLR talkback
Total audio outputs 1 × 5 pin XLR talkback
SDI audio inputs 8 Ch embedded audio on all SDI inputs
SDI audio outputs 16 Ch embedded audio on all SDI outputs
Timecode connections None
Reference input Tri-Sync or Black Burst
Video input re-sync On all 20 inputs
Frame rate and format converters On all 20 inputs
SDI aux outputs Any of the 12 SDI outputs
SDI preview outputs Any of the 12 SDI outputs
Any of the 12 SDI outputs
Down converted SDI program output 1
Webcam output 1 × USB-C supporting 720p or 1080p at PGM frame rate
Total multi views 2 × 12G-SDI
Control panel connection Ethernet
Direct connection between panel and chassis, or via network
Internal timecode generator Yes
Talkback RJ45 for 3rd party talkback systems
Tally output Added via ethernet connection to Blackmagic Design GPI and Tally Interface product (not included)
Ethernet Supports 10/100/1000 BASE-T
Computer interface 1 × USB-C supports USB 2.0
STANDARDS
SD video standards None
HD video standards 720p50
720p59.94
720p60
1080i50
1080i59.94
1080i60
1080p23.98
1080p24
1080p25
1080p29.97
1080p30
1080p50
1080p59.94
1080p60
Ultra HD video standards 2160p23.98
2160p24
2160p25
2160p29.97
2160p30
2160p50
2160p59.94
2160p60
SDI compliance SMPTE 292M
SMPTE 296M
SMPTE 424M
SMPTE 425M level A and B
SMPTE 2081-1
SMPTE 2081-10
SMPTE 2082-1
SMPTE 2082-10
Video sampling 4:2:2
Colour precision 10-bit
Colour space Rec. 709
Rec. 2020
SDI auto switching Automatically detects between 1.5G-SDI
Level A or level B 3G-SDI
6G-SDI
12G-SDI
PRODUCT SPECIFICS
Upstream keyers 8
Downstream keyers 2
Advanced chroma keyers 8
SuperSource 1
DVEs 2
Linear/luma keyers 11
Transition keyer (Stinger/DVE) 2 Stinger
2 DVE
Total number of layers 15
Pattern generators 11
Colour generators 2
Control panel Front fascia emergency switching
Software
Optional hardware panel
Routable windows 32
Windows source labels Yes
Tally Red for program and green for preview indication
Talkback support Yes
Mix minus support Yes
MULTI VIEW MONITORING
Multi view monitoring 2 × multi view configurable to 16
13
10
7
4 up views
Includes monitoring of Program
Preview
Inputs
Media Players
Key Masks
Clean Feed with optional labels and audio meters
Multi view video standard HD or Ultra HD
MEDIA PLAYER
Media players 2
Channels Fill and key for each media player
Media pool still image capacity 40
Media pool clip capacity 2 × up to 2160p60
Media player clip length in 720 HD 3200 frames
Media player clip length in 1080 HD 1600 frames
Media player clip length in 2160 UHD 400 frames
Media pool still image format PNG
TGA
BMP
GIF
JPEG
TIFF
Media pool video file format TGA sequence
Media pool audio file format WAV
MP3
AIFF
DISPLAY
Front panel Built in 2.2 inch LCD monitor for video
22 LED buttons for setup and emergency switching
8 source buttons
4 transition buttons
6 talkback selection and mix buttons
Menu control knob and set button
Front panel lock button
PROCESSING
Processing delay < 10 lines
AUDIO MIXER
Audio mixer 48 channel mixer
Selectable On
Off
Audio-follow-video
Metering Level and peak metering
Master gain control Yes
EQ and dynamics 6 band parametric EQ
Expander
Gate
Compressor
Limiter
DOWN CONVERSION
Down conversion 1 × selectable HD down converted output
SOFTWARE
Control panel included ATEM Software Control included free for Mac 13.0 Ventura
Mac 14.0 Sonoma or later
Windows 10 or 11
Software updates Using USB or Ethernet connection directly connected to Mac or Windows computers
Includes ATEM Setup Utility
Configuration Set via ATEM Software Control Panel
Excluding ATEM chassis IP address which is set via the ATEM Setup Utility connected via USB to chassis
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Mac Mac 14.0 Sonoma
Mac 15.0 Sequoia or later
Windows Windows 10
Windows 11
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Power supply 1 × internal 100 – 240 AC
Power usage 140 W
PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
Rack size 1 rack unit size
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
Operating temperature 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
Storage temperature -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
Relative humidity 0% to 90% non-condensing
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Included items ATEM 2 M/E Constellation 4K
Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
WARRANTY
Warranty 1 year limited manufacturer’s warranty
