Blackmagic Design ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD Switcher
The ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD is a powerful, compact live production switcher designed for massive live events and professional broadcast workflows. As part of the world's most powerful HD live production series, this 2 M/E model dramatically expands your capabilities, offering 20 standards-converted 3G-SDI inputs and 12 independent 3G-SDI aux outputs. Housed in a quiet, rack-mountable form factor, it delivers exceptional connectivity and creative tools for high-end production.
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Unprecedented Connectivity and Routing
The ATEM 2 M/E Constellation HD offers massive routing flexibility. It features 20 x 3G-SDI inputs, each equipped with a full standards converter, allowing you to run different HD standards on every input simultaneously. With 12 fully independent 3G-SDI aux outputs, you can route any SDI input or internal source to each output independently, making it a powerhouse for complex stage setups and multi-screen environments.
Professional Broadcast Power
Designed for the industry standard "program/preview" style operation, this switcher includes 2 Mix Effects (M/E) rows. It is equipped with 8 ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers (4 per M/E row) for high-quality virtual sets and compositing. Additionally, it includes a SuperSource processor for multi-layer picture-in-picture compositions, plus 2 independent DVEs for repositioning graphics and creating dynamic effects.
Advanced Audio and Control
Integrated into the unit is a built-in Fairlight audio mixer featuring a 6-band parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, and expander on each input. For control, the unit features a built-in front control panel for emergency operation and includes the free ATEM Software Control for Mac and Windows. It also features a USB-C connection that operates as a webcam source, ensuring full compatibility with streaming software like Zoom, Teams, and OBS.
Key Features and Specifications
- Inputs: 20 x 3G-SDI (with dedicated standards conversion on each)
- Outputs: 12 x 3G-SDI (fully assignable Aux outputs)
- Mix Effects: 2 M/E Rows
- Keyers: 8 x ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers
- SuperSource: 1 x SuperSource processor (Total of 6 DVEs available)
- Multiview: 2 x Independent, fully customizable multiviews (up to 32 views)
- Audio: Built-in Fairlight audio mixer with EQ and dynamics
- Webcam Output: USB-C connection for streaming software compatibility
- Media Pool: Holds 40 stills and 400 frame animations
- Talkback: Built-in professional talkback (5-pin XLR)
- Control: Front panel controls + ATEM Software Control included
