Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2

low cost, multi camera, live productionIntroducing the Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2, a powerful yet compact live switcher designed to elevate your high-end broadcast studio experience. This versatile device features an expanded professional-style control panel, equipped with built-in streaming capabilities and eight standards-converted HDMI inputs, ensuring seamless connectivity for any production need. With three independent HDMI outputs, a robust built-in streaming engine, and advanced multi-view functionality, the ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 takes versatility to the next level. It also boasts CFexpress and Thunderbolt support for effortless recording and playback, alongside 10G Ethernet for rapid network storage access. The addition of XLR audio inputs, USB webcam support, DVE, chroma key, and an integrated media player, coupled with ISO recording of all eight video inputs, makes this switcher essential for any content creator.

simultaneously stream to a live global audienceLive production is the fastest way for you to complete a finished program, which you can also simultaneously stream via YouTube to a live global audience. ATEM Mini has a built-in hardware streaming engine that works with RTMP and SRT streaming protocols, so you can live stream to all popular social media platforms without any extra streaming software required! ATEM Mini features up to 8 HDMI inputs, depending on the model, that you can use to set up multiple camera angles such as wide shots and close-ups. Then you can connect to an HDMI computer with PowerPoint slide shows, websites and gaming consoles. You get a full broadcast studio in one!

all-in-one designATEM Mini’s compact all-in-one design includes both a control panel as well as connections. The front panel includes easy-to-use buttons for selecting sources, video effects and transitions. The source buttons are large so it’s possible to use it by feel, letting the presenter do the switching! You even get buttons for audio mixing! You also get buttons for recording and streaming control, as well as output selection buttons that let you change the video output between cameras, programs and multi-view. On the rear panel, there are HDMI connections for cameras or computers or even gaming consoles, extra microphone inputs, USB for webcam out plus an HDMI "aux" output for program video.

connect multiple camerasATEM Mini is ideal for interviews as you can connect multiple cameras for close-ups of the host, or interviewee, as well as wide shots plus ATEM Mini is so small the host can even switch in small studios. Plus ATEM Mini’s built-in streaming supports live streaming to YouTube, Facebook and more!

HDMI inputsWith 4 or 8 HDMI inputs depending on the model, you can connect multiple cameras for different views. Video cameras with HDMI outputs are better quality than simple webcams as they use higher quality lenses and have better low light sensitivity. All video sources will re-sync to the switcher if they operate at different video standards so you don't have to worry about connecting video devices as they all just work! Cameras with HDMI often support interchangeable lenses so you can change to wide-angle lenses for wide shots and zoom lenses for close-ups. Imagine taking advantage of the low-light capability of better cameras for theatre productions, weddings, school concerts and music videos!

built-in hardware streaming engineATEM Mini has a built-in hardware streaming engine for live streaming via their Ethernet connections without the need for a computer. That means you can live stream to YouTube, Facebook and Twitch in better quality, without dropped frames and with simpler settings. Just select the streaming service and enter the streaming key! There are palettes in ATEM Software Control for streaming setup, plus the streaming status is also displayed in the multi-view. Streaming status is easy to understand as the data rate indicator shows the internet speed required for the video format you're using. If you're technically minded, you can update the streaming profiles in an XML settings file to load new services.

professional production valuesOne of the benefits of ATEM Mini is the professional production values that are possible using the range of built-in video effects! The cut button ensures an instant cut when switching between sources. The auto button is a professional term that's used on large broadcast switchers to enable video effect transitions. There are duration buttons for video effects allowing 0.5, 1, 1.5 and 2-second settings. You can also select the type of effect you want including mix, which does a smooth transition between sources, and dip which fades via a colour during the transition. Or use fun DVE effects that move the image off-screen when transitioning between sources!

dedicated standards converterEach of the HDMI inputs features its own dedicated standards converter. That means ATEM Mini will automatically convert 1080p, 1080i and 720p sources to the switcher video standard! By default the switcher will set its video format automatically, however, you can also set the switcher to any video standard! The HDMI outputs are a true "aux" output so you can clean switch each HDMI input to the output. You can even "direct" switch input 1 to the HDMI output for low-latency eSport productions. Plus ATEM Mini Extreme models support 2 low latency direct loops! The HDMI output can display a full multi-view that lets you see all inputs, programs, previews and streaming status on a single monitor!

Broadcast Features Built InWhile ATEM Mini is easy to use, it also hides compelling broadcast features! If you're interested in a career in the television industry, then ATEM Mini is perfect for training as it has the same features as switchers in high-end broadcast studios. You get an ATEM Advanced Chroma Key, Fairlight audio mixer, DVE, still store for graphics and much more! Simply run the free ATEM Software Control app on Mac or Windows while connected via USB or Ethernet to access the extended features of the ATEM Mini. With a little experimentation, you can learn how to produce broadcast-quality live production. Only ATEM Mini is a true broadcast switcher hidden in a tiny and affordable design!

ATEM Software Control appThe ATEM Software Control app unlocks the hidden power of ATEM Mini and allows access to every feature in the switcher. ATEM Software Control features a visual switcher user interface with parameter palettes for making quick adjustments. Although you can normally connect via USB, if you connect using Ethernet multiple users can connect to ATEM Mini using separate copies of ATEM Software Control on different computers! The software lets you access full audio mixing with effects, load still frames and even do advanced macro programming! You can even save the switcher state as an XML file! If you need clip playback, you can even control HyperDeck disk recorders via Ethernet.

ATEM Micro PanelThe ATEM Micro Panel is a low-cost solution for adding a professional hardware panel to the live switch with ATEM Software Control. It has the same high-end buttons as ATEM Advanced Panels for a true broadcast-quality feel. It also has a familiar layout with buttons for controlling the program and preview and a shift button to access up to 20 sources. There are dedicated buttons to control up to 4 upstream and downstream keys, plus macros. There’s a fader for smooth manual transition control and it’s also low profile and very portable. With a connection to ATEM Software Control via USB-C or Bluetooth and an internal battery, the ATEM Micro Panel is perfect when you need a separate portable panel!

DVE for Picture in Picture, Transitions and EffectsOne of the most exciting features on ATEM Mini is the digital video effects processor, commonly referred to as a "DVE", that allows picture in picture effects and crazy DVE transitions! The DVE lets you create professional picture in picture effects with customizable 3D borders, shadows and lighting. The image quality is the same as high end ATEM switcher models and the DVE supports position, resize and scale, all in real time. The DVE can also be used to create amazing transitions with 16 different DVE squeeze and DVE push effects for adding excitement to your programming. The DVE features a "fly key" so you can use it with custom graphics to create graphic wipe transitions.

Professional Broadcast TransitionsATEM Mini includes a wide range of broadcast quality HD native transitions such as mix, dip, wipe and more. All transitions can be customized by adjusting parameters such as duration, border colour, border width, position and direction. You can also use the DVE in transitions, allowing a graphic to be moved over the wipe edge which is called a graphic wipe, and is used in sports programming. To eliminate errors, ATEM Mini has a preview transition feature so you can check your transitions before putting them to air.

4 Upstream Chroma KeyersThe ATEM Mini Extreme models include 4 upstream chroma keyers and this allows you to build exciting virtual sets! With 4 independent chroma keyers, you get a keyer per camera so you can build a virtual set for up to 4 cameras. With ATEM Mini Extreme you have 8 inputs, 4 to use for cameras and the other 4 can be connected to a virtual set computer for the rendered backgrounds. Or if you don't want to move your cameras, you can do fixed camera virtual sets by loading pre-rendered still image backgrounds from the media players and media pool. You can set up macros to change cameras and load the correct background into the media players! Or even use a DeckLink Quad HDMI and live virtual set software!

SuperSource multi-layer processorIn addition to 2 independent DVEs in the ATEM Mini Extreme models, there's also a powerful SuperSource multi-layer processor with 4 extra DVE layers plus a background layer, that all appear to ATEM Mini Extreme as an additional input source. Any ATEM Mini Extreme video input can be used for each SuperSource DVE, then it’s all layered together over a media pool custom background. SuperSource is perfect for doing multiple picture-in-picture displays with people being interviewed because you can set up the effect before putting it to air, still keeping both main DVEs free for other tasks. SuperSource is just like having an extra multi-layer VFX switcher built in!

Monitor All Your Live SourcesWhen doing larger live productions with multiple cameras, it’s very useful to see all your video sources at the same time on a single monitor. All ATEM Mini models include a professional multi-view that lets you see all video inputs, preview and program on a single HDMI television or monitor! Simply select M/V on the front panel video output control buttons to select multi-view! Each camera view includes tally indicators so you know when each source is on-air, and each view also has custom labels and audio meters. Plus the ATEM Mini Extreme models allow you to select up to 16 custom views! Multi-view even allows you to monitor critical statuses for recording, streaming and the audio mixer!

Audio Mixer with 6 Band EQ, Compressor and LimiterWith a built in Fairlight audio mixer, ATEM Mini makes it possible to do complex live sound mixing. The internal mixer features enough channels for each HDMI input so you can mix audio from all sources! That’s audio from all HDMI sources and the 2 stereo mic inputs. Each input channel features the highest quality 6-band parametric EQ and compressor, limiter, expander and noise gate as well as full panning. You can even set up the software to auto mix between inputs as you switch "AFV" or to live mix multiple sources all at once. All this audio power can be controlled via ATEM Software Control, or you can add a Mackie-compatible panel or even a massive Fairlight Audio Console!

Blackmagic CloudATEM Mini ISO models can automatically upload the recorded ISO files plus the DaVinci Resolve timeline of the live switching to Blackmagic Cloud as soon as you stop recording, so your media is available to editors in just minutes. The ability to transfer media directly into the DaVinci Resolve media bin so editors and colourists can start work as soon as the live production is finished is revolutionary and has never before been possible! Any editor working anywhere in the world will get the shots! All media is recorded in sync with matching time code, you can even relink to Blackmagic RAW camera files for finishing in Ultra HD. Blackmagic Cloud is the fastest way to create television shows!

Blackmagic ReplayIntroducing a new generation of live-action replay! Blackmagic Replay is unique because it uses the ISO files recorded by ATEM Mini ISO models to do a replay in DaVinci Resolve. The ISO files are recorded to a USB-C disk or CFexpress card, depending on the model, which DaVinci can access via Ethernet. On a Mac, you can use the new multi-view in the cut page to view all cameras in DaVinci Resolve at the same time. This makes it easy to see which camera to play and sequence between shots. The files will even continuously upload as you’re recording so you can edit live! Because DaVinci Resolve is also an extremely powerful editor you can convert replays into promos, title sequences and instant social media updates!

ATEM Streaming BridgeThe ATEM Streaming Bridge is a video converter that lets you receive an H.264 stream from any ATEM Mini model and convert it back to SDI and HDMI video. This means you can send video to remote locations around your local Ethernet network, or via the internet globally! That's possible because it uses advanced H.264 codecs for higher quality at very low data rates. Imagine broadcasters and bloggers collaborating on shows and creating global networks of ATEM Mini remote broadcast studios. Setup is easy as the ATEM software utility can create setup files that you can email to remote studios. ATEM Streaming Bridge is the perfect way to use ATEM Mini as a remote broadcast studio!

broadcast-style workflowFor a more broadcast-style workflow, you can remote control your cameras from ATEM Mini! Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera and Blackmagic Studio Camera can work as studio cameras with control sent via the HDMI connection to ATEM Mini. That means you can control the camera settings as well as the camera’s colour corrector from ATEM Software Control. Imagine changing ISO and tint, plus lens iris, focus and zoom, so camera operators can focus on the shot! There are two types of control interface, a CCU layout for traditional tint colour control and a DaVinci colour corrector interface allowing the camera’s built-in DaVinci colour corrector to add incredible digital film "looks" to your live production!

extra professional featuresThe ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 is ideal for building a high-end broadcast studio as it offers all the ATEM Mini features plus extra professional features! It has a professional-style control panel with amazing input buttons. It has 3 independent video outputs that can be routed. The built-in Thunderbolt offers live video capture and playback, enabling real-time effects software or DaVinci Resolve for live-action replay. The CFexpress card can also be accessed over your network via 10G Ethernet. For audio, it has balanced XLR in, MADI in and a Fairlight status display with menus. There's also a headphone socket for audio monitoring. You even get 200 frames of animation in the media pool!

Live Action ReplayWith Thunderbolt on the ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 model, you get fill and key playback, capture, Ethernet access to the CFexpress card and trickle power all with a single computer connection. This means you can use DaVinci Resolve as a full live-action replay system! DaVinci Resolve can show a live video input of the switcher, and when you press the Point of Interest (POI) button, DaVinci will switch to playing all 8 ISO files so you can select cameras and run replays. You can then preroll and sequence multiple cameras in the same replay. With optical flow speed changes! Then load your replay into the timeline and upload it to social media! No traditional replay system can do that!

shared network diskATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 is not just a switcher, it's also a shared network disk using the 10G Ethernet port to the internal CFexpress memory card or external USB disk! CFexpress cards are extremely fast so they can keep up with recording multiple ISO video files while external network users all work on separate computers for editing, colour correction, VFX and audio post-production. Plus the internal network storage is extremely easy to set up! You can even sync to Blackmagic Cloud so you can distribute the recorded media files between editors and designers anywhere in the world. That means the ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 is only part of a much bigger global post-production workflow!

combined switcher and control panelThe ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 is a combined switcher and control panel, so it's the most portable professional switcher available! It has everything you need! The front panel has buttons for selecting sources, triggering transitions, and setting video effects. The buttons are the same high-end type used on our ATEM Advanced Panels, so they feel great to use. You also get a manual transition fader control! The front panel features an innovative audio mixer control area with live metering on a Fairlight style HDMI status output. You get buttons for recording, streaming, and dedicated output buttons for changing outputs between the 8 cameras, program, preview, multi-view, or Fairlight status.

ATEM Microphone ConverterIf you're building a podcasting studio or you need more microphones, then the ATEM Microphone Converter allows audio input expansion. It connects to the ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 using the MADI port, so there's no complex setup and you can daisy chain units to add more inputs. Each converter has 4 analogue inputs that are mic/line selectable and have phantom power. The design features amazing quality with an extremely low noise floor of -129dBV, a dynamic range of 131dB(A), low distortion of 0.002% and uniform tolerances across all channels. It even uses 8 separate ADCs on each input to collectively extend the dynamic range! Plus it has a fun HDMI monitoring output with scrolling audio waveforms!

popular video softwareWith its Thunderbolt connection and high-speed 10G Ethernet, ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 is compatible with all popular video software, so you have the freedom to work with the tools you already know such as DaVinci Resolve for broadcast editing and colour correction work. Because the Thunderbolt connection supports capture and playback at the same time, you can even use the live grading features in DaVinci Resolve to capture video, apply colour correction and then output it all at the same time! Plus ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 works with other editing software like Final Cut Pro, Media Composer, and Premiere Pro. You can create stunning visual effects with Fusion, After Effects, and Photoshop!

real-time effectsIf you want to create real-time effects software, then the Thunderbolt connection on the ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 will let you capture video into a computer, process it and then output it back into the switcher, all in real-time. Blackmagic Design's Desktop Video SDK lets you manage all the video capture and playback using the Thunderbolt port. The Blackmagic Desktop Video SDK is also used in Blackmagic Design's DeckLink capture cards and UltraStudio Thunderbolt products. Thousands of manufacturers and developers rely on Blackmagic DeckLink cards in their products, ensuring the robustness of the Desktop Video SDK as a solid foundation for developing commercial-quality broadcast solutions.

high-end workflowsWith Ethernet built in, ATEM Mini can use hardware control panels for high-end workflows that take advantage of the hidden broadcast features in the switcher! The ATEM 1 M/E Advanced Panel features the fast program/preview style with separate source buttons for both program and preview rows. Get direct access to all transitions automatically or manually using the t-bar. For accurate control of the DVE, the joystick provides X and Y positioning with rotation setting DVE size. You also get LCD menus to control features that don't have dedicated knobs and buttons. You can even program and trigger macros! Plus you can use ATEM 1 M/E Advanced Panel later if you upgrade to a bigger ATEM switcher!

built-in camera controlWhen working on live production, all cameras must be perfectly colour-matched for a consistent look as you transition between different sources. The ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 features built-in camera control, but you can enhance it by adding a dedicated ATEM Camera Control Panel. This panel provides broadcast-style CCU controls that are the same as broadcast-style CCU controllers. The knob is large and highly precise, and there are clean and easy-to-read status LEDs. The large joystick allows direct adjustment of the iris and rotates to set the black level. There are even red, green and blue knobs for fine control of camera colour tint!