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Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro HDMI Live Stream Switcher

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Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro HDMI Live Stream Switcher
Key Features
  • 4-Channel Live Stream HDMI Switcher
  • Control up to Four BMPCC 6K/4K Cameras
  • Live Tally, Stream and Record Status
  • Record Button, Channel Preview Multiview
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 multi-camera 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.

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Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro Overview

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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 multi-camera 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-C 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 to computer via USB-C
  • 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
Webcam Option
If you're streaming, then all models use USB as a webcam. The ATM Mini Pro connects via its USB-C to a computer, and your computer will recognize ATEM Mini Pro as a webcam and you can then select it as the webcam source in your streaming software, such as Skype.
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
The ATEM Mini Pro switcher includes one downstream keyer, so you can add high-quality graphics like logos, bugs, and titles from the built-in media player over the live stream program output. Downstream keyers are the last layers of keying, so they overlay all video switched to the main program output.
Audio Mixer
The built-in audio mixer lets you control both camera and external audio with precision level and balance adjustments on all six available audio inputs and two channels. The mixer features selectable On/Off/Audio-Follow-Video per channel, plus it has separate gain control per channel, level and peak metering, and new Fairlight audio enhancements such as compressor, gate, limiter, six bands of parametric EQ, and master gain control.
Monitor Output
The HDMI monitor output allows you to see your sources, graphics, preview, and program output on a single screen.
Media Player
Eliminate external character generators by storing up to 20 broadcast-quality RGBA graphic files in the media pool. The one media player appears as input sources to your switcher. You can transition to graphics as full-frame video, or feed them to the keyers for overlaying video. Popular image formats such as PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG, and TIFF are supported.

Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini ProSpecs

Available M/E Layers
5 M/E
Effect Types
1x DVE, Graphic, Transition, Chroma Key, Alpha Key, Luma Key
Downstream Keys
1x Chroma, DVE
2x Luma
Audio Mixing
2-Channel Mixing
Processing
Switching Type
Pushbutton
Input
Number of Video Input Sources
4
Video Inputs
4x HDMI Female
Input Video Format
HDMI (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV)
1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
1080i 50/59.94/60 fps
720p 50/59.94/60 fps
Audio Inputs
2x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Analog Female
Embedded Audio Input
HDMI: 2-Channel (per Input)
Output
Video Output Channels
1
Video Outputs
1x HDMI
Output Video Format
HDMI / RJ45 (10-Bit 4:2:2 YUV)
1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60 fps
Embedded Audio Output
HDMI: 2-Channel (per Output)
Multiview Output
Yes
Monitor Output
1x HDMI
Connectivity
Other I/O
1x RJ45 Control, Firmware, LAN, Sync, Tally, Timecode Input/Output
1x USB-C Control, Firmware Input/Output
Hardware
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.14 or Later / Windows 10 or Later
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.14 or Later
Windows 10
Processor
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Wi-Fi
No
Bluetooth
No
Power I/O
1x Barrel (12 VDC ) Input
Power Consumption
36 W
General
Operating Conditions
41 to 104°F / 5 to 40°C up to 90% Humidity
Storage Conditions
14 to 140°F / -10 to 60°C 
Dimensions
9.35 x 4.07 x 1.38" / 23.75 x 10.34 x 3.51 cm
Weight
19.4 oz / 550 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.26 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.8 x 5.7 x 4.7"

Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro Reviews

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I s both software control and streaming available ...

I s both software control and streaming available via RJ-45 bypassing any use of the USB-C?
Asked by: John
Yes. You can direct stream and control the Mini Pro with software or optional control panels.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-04-21

Can the Atem Mini Pro stream to custom RTMP ...

Can the Atem Mini Pro stream to custom RTMP addresses?
Asked by: Theodore
Yes it can. You can create your own menu of sites using XML.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-07-07

Is it true that a USB 3.1 Type-C Male cable must ...

Is it true that a USB 3.1 Type-C Male cable must be used with the USB Out on the ATEM Mini Pro?
Asked by: Bob
The USB jack on the back of the ATEM Mini Pro is a Type-C. I've used cables with Type-C and cables with Type-A connectors on the *other* end, without issues.
Answered by: Roger
Date published: 2021-07-07

We are setting up a small studio to broadcast ...

We are setting up a small studio to broadcast GoToMeeting Webinar’s and want to use up to four DSLR cameras / Sony production video camera. It looks like the ATEM Mini would work for our very small requirement. Do you have any white papers on configuring a small studio as well as a recommendation on the use of the ATEM Mini / Mini Pro for passing live video directly into the GoToMeeting /GoToWebinar products? We already are using OSB with a CAM Link, but need to have multiple cameras and plan to use a green screen for overlay of the live image on backdrops and videos. We do need to go from the cameras into a standard USB 3.0 port as our computers do not have Thunderbolt.
Asked by: John
There is no white paper for this configuration but the ATEM Mini Workflow page on the Blackmagic Design website has some workflow examples (https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/atemmini/workflow). The ATEM Mini Pro will allow you to cut between cameras, key a green screen, and overlay images while sending your live program feed into the computer over a standard USB connection. Most streaming, conferencing, and video chat applications support the USB webcam protocol that the ATEM Mini Pro uses, so it should work with most applications like GoToMeeting/GoToWebinar.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-04-30

Does this require a capture card device?

Does this require a capture card device?
Asked by: Rodney
No, the Black Magic Atem Mini Pro could be considered a capture card on it's own. The four HDMI inputs can be Live streamed from the USB-C output like a webcam when connected to a computer. Or you can connect an SSD USB-C drive to the Atem Mini Pro to record the Program output to high quality MP4 files to use for editing in Post.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2023-12-27

With the ATEM Mini Pro, what is required to ...

With the ATEM Mini Pro, what is required to playback a pre-recorded video? Can it be played back from the computer that is being used for the software part of the switcher?
Asked by: Charles
That is possible with careful consideration of how the ATEM is controlled. A second desktop screen could be used to feed one of the Mini inputs for this. A better solution might be using the Hyperdeck Mini for playback.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-06-27

Is this the one where you can stream from your ...

Is this the one where you can stream from your phone, using your data plan?
Asked by: s
With the latest update, yes. Assuming your phone has a setting for tethering.
Answered by: Mark
Date published: 2021-02-19

Can you stream via the ethernet while ...

Can you stream via the ethernet while simulatenously connected to a computer to monitor the stream quality?
Asked by: Robert
Yes. The Ethernet connection can stream directly. In addition it may be connected USB to the computer as a web cam. The Atem software can also control the Atem on the same computer.
Answered by: BMD Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-04-11
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