Blackmagic Design ATEM 4 M/E Constellation HD
The Blackmagic Design 4 M/E is double the size of the 2 M/E, delivering massive scale and power for complex live productions. It features an impressive 40 3G-SDI inputs, 24 3G-SDI outputs, 4 DVEs, 16 ATEM Advanced Keyers, 4 multiviews, and 2 SuperSource for 12 x DVEs as designed. With massive I/O, built-in standard conversion on every input, and a high-capacity 156-channel audio mixer, this switcher provides everything needed to handle large-scale live events, sports broadcasts, and professional studio environments.
Key Features
- Massive I/O Capacity: Equipped with 40 3G-SDI inputs and 24 3G-SDI outputs, with Frame Rate and Format Converters on every single input.
- High-Quality Processing: Supports 3G-/HD-SDI at 10-bit 4:2:2 video sampling.
- Advanced Layering & Effects: Features 16 Upstream Keyers, 4 Downstream Keyers, Chroma/Luma Keyers, 4 DVEs, and 2 SuperSource engines.
- Comprehensive Audio Control: Includes a massive 156-Channel Audio Mixer.
- Versatile Output Options: Features a Webcam Output via USB Type-C and up to 16-Multiview Monitoring Windows.
- Flexible Control: Manage your production easily using hardware panels or software control on Mac/Windows.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Total Video Inputs | 40 (with Re-Sync and Format Converters on all 40 inputs) |
| Total Video Outputs | 24 (SDI Aux, Preview, or Program available on any output) |
| SDI Rates | 1.5G, 3G |
| Total Multi Views | (4) 3G-SDI |
| Webcam Output | USB-C supporting 720p or 1080p at PGM frame rate |
| Upstream / Downstream Keyers | 16 Upstream / 4 Downstream |
| Advanced Chroma Keyers | 16 |
| Linear / Luma Keyers | 21 |
| Transition Keyers | 4 Stinger, 4 DVE |
| SuperSource / Total Layers | 12 SuperSource / 28 Total Layers |
| Video Sampling & Precision | 4:2:2 / 10-bit |
| Color Space | REC 709 |
| Reference Input | Tri-Sync or Black Burst |
| Talkback / Mix Minus | RJ45 for 3rd party systems / Yes |
| Internal Timecode Generator | Yes |
| Control & Data Connections | Ethernet (10/100/1000 BASE-T), RJ12 (RS-422), USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1, 5Gb/s) |
| Rack Form Factor | 2 RU |
| Dimensions | 19" x 9.1" x 2.48" |
| Weight | 11.53 lbs |