ATEM Mini Pro Complete Overview | First Look | What you need to know | Blackmagic Design Review

In this video Kriss shares a full overview of the newly announced ATEM Mini Pro from Blackmagic Design. This four channel 1080p HD switcher builds upon the success of the ATEM Mini, but also brings to the table a built-in multiviewer, live streaming encoder, and recording capabilities.
In a rush? Jump to the section you're interested in most:
- 00:54 Body - The physical connections available
- 01:24 Multiview - The layout, customisation, and how it works.
- 03:14 Recording - Formatting your storage media and choosing a format/bitrate.
- 04:33 Streamin - How to set up a live stream from Atem Mini Pro
- 06:51 Camera Control - Remote camera control with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4/6K
- 10:21 Audio - Intro to the fairlight audio engine
- 11:50 Media Player - how to load in graphics in the ATEM
- 12:11 Effects - Different transitions, green screen, and how to set up a picture in picture.
For more information on the ATEM Mini Pro and accessories visit: bit.ly/3c9IkM2
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INTRODUCING LOW COST, MULTI CAMERA, LIVE PRODUCTION WITH ADVANCED BROADCAST FEATURES
ATEM Mini switchers make it easy to create professional multi camera productions for live streaming to KZbin and innovative business presentations using Skype or Zoom. Simply connect ATEM Mini and you can switch live between 4 high quality video camera inputs for dramatically better quality images. Or connect a computer for PowerPoint slides or gaming consoles. The built in DVE allows exciting picture in picture effects, perfect for commentary. There are loads of video effects too. All ATEM Mini models have USB that works like a webcam so you can use any streaming software while the ATEM Mini Pro model adds live streaming and recording to USB disks. ATEM Mini even has secret broadcast features built in so it can do high end work.
FASTER VIDEO PRODUCTION PLUS LIVE STREAMING
Live production is the fastest way to complete a finished program, plus you can stream it to a live global audience via KZbin at the same time. The USB webcam output of ATEM Mini connects to any computer and looks just like a built in webcam, so all streaming software for social media platforms work. With up to 4 HDMI inputs you can set up multiple camera angles such as wide shots along with independent close ups of each person in the performance. Or you can connect to a computer with a PowerPoint slide show, video clip playback, websites or gaming consoles. All switching is in real time so you can live stream to any social media platform such as KZbin, Facebook, TwitchTV and many more.
EASY TO USE AND FAST TO LEARN
There's never been a switcher that’s easier to use, as you simply press any of the input buttons labelled 1 to 4 on the front panel to cut between video sources. You can choose between cut or effects transitions by selecting the cut or auto buttons. Unlike cut, the auto button tells ATEM Mini to use a video effect when switching inputs. You can select from exciting transitions such as dissolve, or more dramatic effects such as dip to colour, DVE squeeze and DVE push. The DVE is perfect for picture in picture effects and you can instantly set up different picture positions. There is even a still store for titles and graphics accessible via external software control.
CONNECT UP TO 4 INDEPENDENT CAMERAS
With 4 independent HDMI inputs, you can connect up to 4 high quality video cameras. Video cameras with HDMI outputs are dramatically 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 theater production, weddings, school concerts and music videos.
OUTPUTS TO HDMI VIDEO AND USB WEBCAM
To ensure maximum compatibility, ATEM Mini features a USB connection that operates as a simple webcam source. That means you can plug in and instantly get working with any video software. The software is tricked into thinking the ATEM Mini is a common webcam, but it's really a live production switcher. That guarantees full compatibility with any video software and in full resolution 1080HD quality. Choose any software you like, such as Open Broadcaster for live streaming, or Skype for Powerpoint presentations. ATEM Mini works with software and platforms such as Open Broadcaster, XSplit Broadcaster, KZbin Live, Facebook Live, Skype, Zoom, Twitch, Periscope, Livestream, Wirecast and more.
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[@readysetdrone]

Excellent overview! I use the original ATEM Mini and love it. This looks like an interesting upgrade. Thanks!

[@Holdannews]

Thanks for the positive comment, and for watching :) Kriss

[@Yourguitarworkshop]

Do you know whether you need the laptop to stream to internet via the ethernet port, or, once your settings are made, can you stream to internet using just the atem mini pro connected to ethernet? (without having a laptop in between)

[@Holdannews]

Your Guitar Workshop yes you can, you can just connect directly to a router with an internet connection. Thanks - Kriss

[@PaulwDonovan]

First review of this model. Answered all my questions in one video. Thx for the overview

[@Holdannews]

You're very welcome, thanks for the positive comment :) Kriss

[@sensitivevisual8336]

Thanks so much for this run through! very helpful!

[@edisonanderson3800]

The best review of this device so far!

[@Holdannews]

Thank you so much Edison! Kriss

[@HomesickMac]

Very good overview, thanks for your time mate! You were a bit fast when showing the overlays but it's this part I really like and intend using the most (when I finally get my Mini Pro). I'll be teaching guitar and need one wide angle shot and one close up of the guitar neck, all this in one picture where I can size these angles as I please. I just don' know how I make the overlay from the start.. will check the manual ...

[@Holdannews]

Hey, thanks for the positive comment. Yes you have full control over the PiP layouts within the ATEM Software Control - you essentially use the DVE in the upstream keyer to customise the scale and placement. The physical controller on the ATEM just has 4 preset layout options - which is fine if you're happy with using them quickly on the fly. Hope that helps! Kriss

[@andrefouche8725]

Great video Kriss - on my wish list to get one!.

[@KeepItSimpleOffroad]

The part where you sized the PIP was worth the video!! Thanks

[@Holdannews]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching. Kriss

[@AlShahbazSound]

hi does atem mini pro support the webcam Function (on Laptop or Computer) and recording function (on external drive) at same time on both devices.. please answer this question...

[@Holdannews]

No it doesn't - it's one or the other. Kriss

[@MrBurrknee]

Thank you for the great video. You answered some questions about my mini pro.

[@Holdannews]

Glad I could help! Kriss

[@MateiBudes]

Extremely useful info and very well presented, thanks!

[@Holdannews]

Thanks Matei! Kriss

[@perspectivestudioscaribbea5899]

Great video Kriss, this is a real game changing switcher, what i would like to know is if you can connect it to an Ethernet switch to which your laptop is connected to have wired internet and the ability to use the software controller ? This switcher has me seeing so much gr8 possibilities for my video business, can't wait to get my hands on one 🎉🔥

[@Holdannews]

Hey, thanks for the positive comment! Yes, of course, you can attach this to a networked switch and hook up multiple computers that will all have access to the software control if you wanted to. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@robertoliver804]

Excellent Video !!! Just what I needed to learn! Cheers! Wes

[@Holdannews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@intheblues]

Hi Holdan, is it possible to run this into OBS as a device either via the USB or HDMI (with an HDMI PC capture card)? Thanks for your help. I understand this can go directly to KZbin but I am on limited internet speeds and have OBS configured for the best results given my sub 3MB upload speed. Many thanks for your video and help. Regards, Shane

[@Holdannews]

Hey - Yes you can still run the output into OBS over the USB-C port. Although there are only a couple of presets in the ATEM for streaming, you can dive into the XML document that houses all of the streaming settings and create your own customised preset with whatever bitrates you want. Kriss

[@frankmolina5929]

I am a videographer and editor for many years but unfortunately a late bloomer in live streaming so I mean a lot has gone over my head. I had purchased the mini Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini HDMI Live Stream Switcher on top of the U-TAP USB 3.1 Gen 1 Powered SDI Capture Device. Yesterday and those items where over $700. US. I canceled my order and decided to lean on getting the ATEM Mini Pro version watching your video helped so much with that.... But Now reading the threads from a lot of the professionals here I am wondering if I am on the right track not having Black-magic cameras or using DaVinci if I did want to do some post editing on the Mini pro version? Also I thought I had seen a channel where someone was saying you can stream live on Facebook and KZbin at the same time with the Studio subscription you'll need to login to your Facebook and KZbin account. You can simultaneously stream to most platforms with the Custom RTMP feature. does this make since ? A huge shout-out to your clean directive informative video very well done BRAVO! , you kept me engaged, and now I am writing comments and questions, which I never ever do LOL thanks bro... Bless you.

[@Holdannews]

@@frankmolina5929 Thanks for the positive comment Frank. Ok a few answer for you: 1) Even without Blackmagic Cameras, the ATEM Mini Pro still brings along three key features that sets itself apart from the ATEM Mini. It has a built-in multiviewer, can record to USB drives, and hardware streaming encoder. If you have the budget, go for the ATEM Mini Pro. 2) Don't get mixed up with DaVinci Resolve and the Davinci Primary Colour Corrector within the ATEM Mini Pro's software control - these are different things. Davinci Resolve is the fully fledged video editing and colour grading software package, you can download the free version from Blackmagic, or upgrade to the studio version - this has no live streaming functionality but works with footage from pretty much any camera. The Davinci primary colour corrector within the ATEM software control panel allows for high level colour / and camera adjustments when using BMD cameras with the ATEM - it's really there so you can easily match all cameras for live shows, or even add a custom 'look' - again this has nothing to do with the actually streaming side of things. 3) There is no way of streaming to multiple platforms at once with ATEM Mini Pro without using a third party service. There are lots of services out there that will allow you to do this, they do typically cost and the free ones will usually overlay a watermark on your live feed. You stream directly to this third party service using a custom RTMP, they then replicate this feed and distribute to multiple platforms. I hope that answers your questions Frank :) Thanks for watching. Kriss

[@remektekmedia6641]

I am on the pre-order waiting list, but haven't got it yet. Thanks for the video.

[@derueoloughlin8672]

Me too! Really nice product!!

[@Holdannews]

Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@remektekmedia6641]

GOT IT 3 days ago. This baby is HOT. I mean I just measured it's underside and it was 51.5 deg C.

[@karlthepagan]

What version is the USB interface? 3.0? 3.1? Does the "webcam" support YUY or is it only MJPEG? How is the latency to a PC over USB?

[@mrharpman]

Is there now a way on the "Pro" to record 4k on my camera SD while streaming the 1080p, so that I can make the master edit later, or am I still limited to the 1080p recording?

[@YeshuDarbarAllahabad]

Do I need a 'special' monitor to connect to ATEM Mini Pro for multi view or may I use any monitor to connect the HDMI output to view the multi view screen?

[@Holdannews]

No, you can use any HD HDMI monitor :)

[@YeshuDarbarAllahabad]

@@Holdannews thank you

[@Vidyograf]

Thanks for the review ! Now I know certainly that I don't need to upgrade my ATEM Mini :)

[@infotainmentonline]

how to get multi view andPGM out for projection in same time? Thanks in advance.

[@Holdannews]

Not possible to do both on the HDMI. If you're projectors can be run from a computer, then i'd take the USB-C output into the computer and push that to the projectors. Kriss

[@RobertFeranec]

Nice overview. Please, is it possible to play/check/delete the videos recorded on USB C drive directly from ATEM Mini Pro? Or you have to disconnect the drive and play it on regular computer? Thank you.

[@Holdannews]

Thanks Robert! No, unfortunately not - you'll need to disconnect it and attach it to a computer for file management. Kriss

[@RobertFeranec]

@@Holdannews Thank you Kriss.

[@InfoGuerra]

Is there a way to offset the audio from the audio input’s with a delay so it can be in sync with the HDMI‘s? In fact, I know that it can not be done with the ATEM Mini. The question is, can it be done in the pro model?

[@Holdannews]

Unfortunately not. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@ljfrank]

@@Holdannews I thought audio from audio input WAS sync'd with HDMI video inside the ATEM. Isn't that the whole point of having external audio inputs?

@@ljfrank video and audio *inside* ATEM are synced, the problem is the cameras delay video (and analog microphones do not), that's why the audio is not synced in the end. It depends on the camera, I have some Sony camcorders that don't have sync issues.

[@InfoGuerra]

@ In some cameras there is less delay; however there is always a little delay. Never less then 3 or 4 frames, but up to 7 or 10 frames.

[@Delecom]

Recording using Atem Mini Pro using Type C, while I want to use this Type C connector to a laptop, can I use a USB hub? 1 I connect to the laptop and I use one for recording? Thank you for the answer

[@tvamsterdamonline]

Are the 1-2-3-4 buttons the direct switch buttons or do you need to preview one of them first and use the CUT (or FADE) switch at the crucial point? If they aren't direct switch buttons, is that possible by using the ATEM software panel?

[@Holdannews]

You can operate the ATEM both ways - you just select in the ATEM software control panel if you want it to just hard cut on a press, or if you want to preview then cut. You can also do the switching within the software panel should you want to. Kriss

[@FabrizioNannini]

Great video! Thanks

[@thepoint5090]

can you sync the audio inputs with the video or is there a slight delay issue?

[@makvisualsproductions5844]

Nice video. Thank you so much. But l have a question, when l am streaming does it allow me to stream from more than one platform at once like Facebook and KZbin at the same time?

[@ljfrank]

Hi, Kriss. Lloyd again. Love, love, love the ATEM mini pro. Quick question: ATEM manual says power on first, then plug video sources in. Presumably because the ATEM senses what is being connected to it--especially for Camera 1 and setting the input format. Do I need to unplug the video cables every time I power down the ATEM and then plug them all in again each time I power up the ATEM? I would really like to leave everything connected. Thanks for all your help.

[@Holdannews]

Hi Lloyd - Don't worry about it, I leave my HDMI sources plugged in all the time without any issues. Kriss

[@Skiroy]

Does it also record the Audio embedded in sync? Can the audio be separated for audio editing later in Premier?

[@vizualizefilmsllc6225]

I have a multi cam set up with my Bmpcc 4k and (2) Canon C100's is it possible to be able to control the recording from this Mini for All (3) Cameras?

[@riveroflifechurch8341]

Thanks for a great video, does it just record the live output, or can it record all four HDMI channels at once for post editing purposes?

[@_mayowapeter]

Great video... The HDMI output, is there a way to use preview and full scale?

[@richardbryce3201]

hi, is it possible to create lower third titles on a computer then save them to the Atem so you can use the titles later without a computer attached ? thanks

[@kencrawsailor]

Does the Multiview over HDMI include the program audio? In other words, if I use a monitor with a headphone jack, could I effectively add a headphone jack to this setup?

[@Holdannews]

Yes it does, that's how I have been monitoring audio. Thanks for watching - Kriss

[@andrewlee3625]

What format does the disk (thumbdrive or harddisk) need to be in to do recording since I plug mine in, it does not record. Also, from the USB type C, how do I connect to my computer to use the Atem Mini Pro output to be a webcam to be used in OBS? Thamks!

[@CanalPortugal]

Hi there, do you know if there's any kind o light to id witch camera is on that I can use with this Mini PRO?

[@kevinjohnson2999]

I have a question for you, I use a sound devices mix pre 6 and it has a 3.5 stereo output. If I wanted to expand the mic inputs, or even use a shotgun mic with the mixpre would they work together?

[@Holdannews]

Yes, you'd simply connect the MixPre output to one of the ATEM Minis mic inputs :) Kriss

[@paulknight6667]

Quick question: We need the capability of the switcher to be able to save the live cuts so that we can upload a higher quality than streamed version of a live show after it concludes. Nothing crazy, just a standard H.264 1080P video for KZbin. Can this model do this or do we have to re edit after? If it doesn't, does the Mini ISO do that? Thanks in advance.

[@madisonkeefer2094]

Can you control the BlackMagic studio 4k camera with the software like you were doing the 4k and 6k cameras? We will be converting the SDI signal to HDMI, will that still work?

[@allinoneevents1876]

how can i add a battery to the mini pro if i want to be mobile,,,what cable,connection and battery do i need to obtain....thank you

[@HOSENSTRAPAZE]

Great review, thanks! So, you connect the Atem via Ethernet cable with your Laptop and that enables you to use the software control? I tried using the the USB-C out and I can connect to the software but i can´t stream....

[@Holdannews]

Both the USB-C and Ethernet port can be used to connect to the ATEM Software Controller. Is your laptop on the same network as the ATEM mini when connected via the ethernet port? Kriss

[@NicolasAntar]

Can you stream and record at the same time? And can you use usb3 splitter from the usb c ? To connect one to pc and other to harddisk?

[@Holdannews]

Hey Nicolas, you can stream via the ethernet port and record to the USB-C port at the same time, not both via the USB-C however. It's not possible to use any form of splitter on that USB-C output. Kriss

[@pjsagnia]

Hi thanks for the review. Is there away to program cuts and transitions? e.g so every 10-15 seconds it will cut or transition without having to physically touch it?

[@Holdannews]

Yes, you can use Macros to do this. KH

[@onetakeshot-kw]

where can i find the separate recordings in the atem mini pro iso

[@LIFE180]

This is great, thanks. Would you say this is still the best switcher available? Do you have any videos for newer switchers on the market? I am looking to up my production level. Can you use a GoPro as a secondary camera with this? Thanks for the help, great video!

[@rodie1411]

Great review, very informative! My primary workflow would have 2 PCs and 1 camera. Output to a projector via HDMI. 1 PC playing videos, 2nd PC showing PowerPoint slides. Camera on the speaker/instructor. Want ability to transition and use the PIP feature. Is the ATEM Mini a better option than the ATEM Mini Pro? I understand I can’t see the multi view if HDMI out is set to program. Thank you.

[@Holdannews]

Hey Rick, thanks for the positive comment. Two points from me: 1 - if you're wanting to record your programme i'd opt for the Pro - as your HDMI output is going to a projector, if you wanted to record using the ATEM Mini to record you would need to be a third party recorder that is connected in the chain before or after the projector. 2 - If you're wanting to live stream on top of recording i'd also opt for the Pro - as you can live stream via the ethernet so you can still use the USB-C port for the recording. 3 - if you don't require the above then the ATEM Mini will do the job just fine for you :) Thanks for watching. Kriss

[@ionavigation]

Thanks, Kriss--great video and very helpful. Do you have any experience with the USB recording feature? I'm curious about the file sizes and quality of the recorded video/audio. The docs state that the recorded video quality will match the stream quality; if I'm not streaming (just recording), can I still adjust the recorded video quality or is there a default?

[@Holdannews]

Thanks for the positive feedback. Yes, the recording bitrate is tied to that of the streaming bitrate (and encoding using H.264). If you're not streaming you can select a much higher bitrate - by default you can pick between three streaming orientated bitrates or three hyperdeck recording orientated bitrate (low-mid-high) - you can also customise a specific bitrate should you want to by diving into the ATEM's XML file. Kriss

[@PROTV47]

Thank you for the video! I have a question, is it possible to use the HDMI output for multi-window preview, and USB for outputting the program at the same time?

[@Holdannews]

Yes you can!

[@sarfo_]

Can you use the USB-C port on the ATEM mini pro as a webcam though it's not labelled as webcam?

[@homerdus9668]

How the NDI is configured? Is there any other way to record through Ethernet/ip connection on a pc? (I want to use subc for recording , and looking for how to mix on Obs in parallel).

[@Holdannews]

It doesn't have NDI - that's a protocol owned and licensed by NewTek. The ATEM Mini Pro can only output encoded h.264 via RTMP through the ethernet port. Kriss

[@umashankar8]

Cool first look. Couple of questions. - In the multiview configuration are you able remove media player and other three bottom view and keep only cam1 and cam2. Basically does the software allow to keep and hide what we want? - Does multiview support 2560 x 1080 resolution, 21:9 aspect ratio

[@Holdannews]

Hey, 1 - The multiview controls allow you to switch around programme/preview, tuggle audio meters, safe guide, and change labels. You can't hide or move around elements unfortunately. 2 - No, the multiview is a set output of 1920x1080 of course in 16:9 - this can't be changed. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@jamesoden267]

Do you know if you would be able to simultaneously stream to youtube and facebook or would you still have to use restream, castr etc? There is a key that restream provides that services both platforms but I'm not sure if you would still need to use OBS or any other software?

[@Holdannews]

You would need to use a third party service to do that. Or stream directly from the ATEM to one, and then use something like OBS on a computer to stream to another. Kriss

[@Sy06274]

Does it require a capture card to plug into the camera or this will work without it ??

[@CecileandMighty]

I am using window/PC do i need a capture card with Atem mini pro? And can I play recorded video on live streaming meaning can everybody who are watching my live stream can see what I see in my monitor?

[@ronpetersen2317]

On audio, the original one had issues with delays of if you were using your own soundboard because of a delay issue with HDMI. Where there any fixes to get external audio sync back up with the video?

[@Holdannews]

Hey Ron, unfortunately not, there doesn't seem to be any delay/sync control still. Kriss

[@jkwh78]

SO you can just stream out from the LAN cable? Don't need the USB C to comp? Can you record to ssd and stream at the same time?

[@Holdannews]

Yes that's correct. You stream and have software control via the LAN cable. You can then connect a USB-C storage drive (such as an SSD) and can record the output. This can be done at the same time. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@journeylutheranministries-380]

Thanks for great info. Am I understanding correctly that you could feed an alpha keyed HDMI signal from a presenter software that would allow you to do a lower third layover For example, we are using an output from ProPresenter to provide lower third lyrics. The background is green to only feed the text. That is possible with this device?

[@Holdannews]

If you're feeding a video/graphic source via HDMI that has a green background, then you can remove this in the ATEM Mini Pro using the built-in advanced chroma keyer - so yes. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@TheRealJPAdventures]

When recording to drive, is it in h.264 mp4 or can you also do pro res format?

[@Holdannews]

Only h.264. Thanks - Kriss

[@abdussalampapali]

did atem mini pro can output multi view on tv and program on another tv same time

[@LewisRice]

Thanks for the video! maybe a basic question but I'm new to streaming. Using the Atem mini or Atem mini pro does this also function as a capture card? as in To connect my camera to my Macbook, this is the only hardware I would need? (currently using an Ultra studio black magic mini recorder) Also, any idea if it works with A fuji xt20?

[@Holdannews]

Correct, you'd only need this device to get your camera to show up like any plug-n-play webcam. Kriss

[@willjohnson2300]

Does the preview/program function work with the blackmagic studio cameras or just the pocket cinema cameras? I would have to convert the Sdi to hdmi and then back again.

[@Holdannews]

Currently just the Pocket Cinema Cameras. Kriss

[@suite141]

When recording to a hard drive directly from the switcher while livestreaming, will the image quality be clearer on the hard drive version? Or is it fuzzy just as a live stream? How do you get around bit rate changing during a stream?

[@Holdannews]

Hey, there is only one encoder on the Atem Mini Pro - so whatever bitrate settings you chose will be the same for the live stream and recording. If you have a stable fast connection for you live stream then you can always up the bitrate within the ATEM software control. KHJ

[@mikeanderson8375]

VERY HELPFUL AWESOME VIDEO!!!! You mentioned that if you stick a server lens on the camera, you could control the Zoom from the mini pro. Would you be able to suggest a reasonable lens that would work with the Canon M50? I am hoping to have this camera mounted high up as an overview shot and want to be able to zoom in and out at times. If you have an affiliate link for the Canon M50 or another reason recommendation for me I will purchase through your links. THANK YOU!!!!

[@Holdannews]

Thank you for the positive review. So you'll only be able to control the servo lens through the ATEM Mini when using the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras. There are a few powerzoom servo lens options for Canon APSC cameras, one that looks good is the powerzoom PZ-E1 that works well with the 18-135mm F3.5/5.6 - you might be able to control this through the camera App, but i can't confirm this as I don't have one to test. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@josip.pausic]

Hi Kriss. One question regarding the audio. Are there any sync issues between video and audio connected to audio input? Is it possible to adjust it in atem software control?

[@Holdannews]

I haven't noticed it testing with a Wireless lav mic connected to the mic input compared to the onboard audio from the pocket cinema cameras - if there is lag, it's very minimal and not perceivable to me. There isn't any way to adjust audio sync in the atem. Cheers for watching! Kriss

[@deejaymanie]

Sir can you help me? Does this video mixer work with 9:16 / portrait inputs? I cant find anything about this.. Its all 16:9 what I can find and see..

[@Holdannews]

You could input a 9:16 signal into the ATEM Mini Pro, however it would need to have a maximum resolution of 1920x1080 - you'll just end up with black bars either side of the image. Kriss

[@deejaymanie]

@@Holdannews thanks! Its a shame that they dont build in a feature that handles portrait (livestreaming on instagram etc).. You can do it with obs, but not if the mixer doesnt pass it through as a landscape with those black bars left and right

[@JDAfrica]

For the color grade - would this allow me to grade any footage loaded via HDMI through the software? Or is it only grading if you use with BlackMagic Pocket Cam? LUT-ability would have been an awesome feature too

[@Holdannews]

Hey JD - unfortunately you can only use this feature with the Pocket Cinema Cameras. You can use LUTs with these cameras too, you simply overlay it on the camera output. Thanks, kriss!

[@joellouisfire]

This is awesome! One feature I love on the SlingStudio is the ability to record a Premiere session with all your cuts. Does this do something similar with a Resolve session? Which one would you pick for live music events? Thank you!

[@Holdannews]

Hi Louis - you're referring to an EDL (Edit Decision List), at this time there is currently no way of recording that information. Kriss

[@YaleWall]

What lens is that on the camera that you could control the zoom?

[@Holdannews]

LUMIX Powerzoom 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 | Kriss

[@yoyo919499]

Would you recommend using both mic in lines for audio or just use one? Obviously stereo is preferred but I just wanted to know if it's worth it in this case. Also, how would I run out of a MacBook Air for graphics? USB to HDMI?

[@Holdannews]

Depends on what you're feeding into it - if it's just a single microphone then that's just a mono signal anyway so no point in duplicating it. If you're outputting a stereo mix from an audio desk then i'd use them both - assuming that you're going to stream in stereo and not mono that is. Depends on the graphics, if it involves motion then yes, run that into the ATEM using a HDMI adapter. If you need to overlay it on another source just make sure the video file with the graphic has a background you can just key out in the ATEM. If it's just a simple lower third you're looking to do, then you could just use the free photoshop plugin - providing the Macbook Air is on the same LAN it will automatically push the graphic to the media player within the ATEM. Cheers Kriss

[@buzzm526]

Great video, is there's a side chain capability to attenuate the audio on 1 channel by signal input of an other (ducking effect) ?

[@Holdannews]

Great question, no there isn't - however that would be a fantastic firmware update. You have general dynamic processing (expander, gate, compressor, limiter) along with EQ. Thanks for the positive comment! Kriss

[@roofery]

Great video thanks! I've heard the pocket 4k and 6k aren't that good for live streaming. Have you had any issues using them to livestream?

[@Holdannews]

No issues at all - I run them from mains power so battery life isn't an issue. Kriss

[@alanstuart6285]

Can the Ethernet connection from the Atem be run through a Switch first, before being connected to the streaming computer, and if so will this effect the softwares ability to be able to control the unit ( only have one ethernet port on the Machine I would like to use, and would like it to be able to connect to a modem and the Atem at the same time, hence the switch)

[@Holdannews]

You can go through a network switcher with no issues. Thanks - Kriss

[@BlendlogicTech]

What cameras do you have? I have an A6000 but planning to upgrade to a multicamera setup and thinking about getting a Blackmagic camera. Any recommendations? Thanks for the video!

[@Holdannews]

In terms of best value for money i'd look at getting a couple of the Micro Cinema Camera 4Ks. Cheers for watching! Kriss

[@mwcalder95]

To stream directly to a service, does it need to go through a computer or can it go directly via ethernet into a router? And then can you control the desk via WiFi if you are connected to the same network?

[@Holdannews]

Hey Michael - You can stream connected directly to the router, and yes, providing the the computer is on the same network you'll be able to have control over wifi. Kriss

[@palpu]

Hello, please tell me how good is the live streaming with Atem Mini Pro?

[@jasonmuzzo4037]

It appears that you had audio from the cameras coming in to the mutliviewer on this video. Is the switcher only AFV or are you able to create a clean mix for a main out or clean mix between the sources for the program feed no matter which source you cut to?

[@Holdannews]

So the Multiviewer will show the audio levels for all of the audio channels (either embedded through the HDMI inputs or connected to the 3.5mm inputs). This only showing the graphical levels, it's not actually outputting all of the audio sources through that HDMI output - it is simply outputting the programme mix. You can either have AFV, or create a custom clean mix that doesn't change when you cut to each camera. Kriss

[@jasonmuzzo4037]

@@Holdannews Thank you for the reply. SOunds really good! ... Another question: did you have to set the cameras to HD? or does the Mini Pro take the higher res and down size it automatically. I ask because of the crop factor setting to HD can be a bit much. Thank you,

[@KevinMcMullin_TV]

Can you connect a hyperdeck studio mini via Ethernet and record onto it that way? If so, could you then use the Hyperdeck to provide a clean programme output view via its HDMI output?

[@Holdannews]

You can connect it via ethernet, but that will only give you the ability to start and stop recording, or start and stop playback remotely from the software control panel. You cannot output a video signal that the recorder would recognise via the ethernet - it can only be used for RTMP streaming. Kriss

[@JorgieMathew]

Hi there, this is such a nice explanation....just had a doubt if the switcher can do hdmi control to any other brand camera.... Sony pxw series.....

[@Holdannews]

Jorgie Mathew thanks for the positive comment. Unfortunately it can only so the remote HDMI control with the Pocket Cinema 4k and 6k cameras. Kriss

[@GagasRasa]

hi thank you for the video, i have 1 question, if i have 4 camera, can i plug all of them in there and record 4 of them in the same time? but the result is 4 different file? thank you so much.

[@Holdannews]

No you can't, you can only record the programme output. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@sae-institute]

Blackmagic update available today that "Adds adjustable audio delay on the analog inputs on ATEM Mini models."

[@DavidMohring]

Could you do a video comparing the ATEM Mini pro inbult live streaming quality compared to the various PC based streaming encoders?

[@GhostTyper]

PLEASE...

[@Holdannews]

Hi Guys - i've seen a lot of likes on this post so i'm assuming there's a lot of you looking into this. Perceived streaming quality isn't the main selling point to using the hardware encoder within the ATEM over a software based one on a computer. Ultimately they are doing the same thing, encoding audio/video into H.264 and packaging that up using RTMP for delivery to a live platform. If I set the same H.264 encoding settings on the ATEM and on the software based encoder (such as OBS), I should in theory get the same perceivable quality on my stream. So, why bother using the ATEM for streaming then you may ask? The performance of a software based encoder on a computer is completely reliant on how good/powerful that computer is, as it is the computer that is doing all of the heavy lifting processing that RTMP stream. The more you push the software encoder, the more CPU processing will be required. If you're only using the one laptop to both encode the stream and also monitoring the stream on the live platform, moderate incoming questions etc, and any other tasks, then this can become alot for it to do at the one time - and at some point it can become too much for your computer to handle all of these processes, and if so, your encoding will suffer - you can get dropped frames or worse the encoder can fail. The limit of this point of course is determined by how powerful the computer is. Shifting the heavily lifting to the encoder within the ATEM Mini Pro elviates that processing power from your computer - the encoder within the ATEM has a dedicated chipset for that sole purpose - it is designed to encode that audio/video day-in-day-out in H.264 and therefore it is incredibly reliable. This is the main selling point for shifting from encoding using something like OBS, to a dedicated hardware encoder, such as the one within the ATEM. It doesn't matter at all the spec of the computer you're using the monitor your live stream, because its not doing any of the work - in theory you can run a live stream from the ATEM without a computer at all. I hope that helps answer your question guys. Thanks for watching as always! Kriss

[@GhostTyper]

Hello @@Holdannews, while perceived encoding quality isn't the main selling point, it's still a very important detail. Especially those of us, which need to gain the best possible encoding quality with a quite low transfer-rate wanna know how good the ATEM Mini Pro performs in comparison. However there is much more to chose from than bitrate when when optimizing the settings for the encoder. Settings which would change the inter frame compression strategy of the encoder. For instance if the encoder will try to detect all the motions or when the encoder will just update the whole image area. It would be quite interesting to know, how many optimizations the ATEM Mini Pro is doing for inter frame compression. Because usually hardware encoders like Nvidia NVENC, Intel QuickSync or AMD VCE tend to deliver less quality at the same bitrate than the x264 software implementation with a slower cpu preset. So I'm sorry but you didn't really answer the question. And I'm sorry for my bad english, it's not my native language.

[@edisonanderson3800]

I would definitely like to see a video compassion. I want to order the ATEM once it’s back in stock and want to know as much as I can about it before I do so.

[@mohammadjubran7582]

how many platforms i can connecting in the same time when i have live stream?

[@michaelsimons5502]

From the looks of it, there is only one video output. How do you see the multi-view to switch while at the same time record program out directly?

[@Holdannews]

Correct. You can set the HDMI output to show the multiviewer, then connect a usb drive to the USB-C port to record the programme out. If you want to record the programme output via the HDMI using an external recorder, then you won't be able to use the multiviewer. Thanks - Kriss

[@fokamdaniel]

Is t possible to add Titles, logos and pictures on your stream. or you will need to connect it to a software to do that?

[@Holdannews]

On a basic level yes, you can just use the built in media pool that can store up to 20 still images at any one time. If you want something more in depth then you'll want to likely feed in these graphics from another device into one of the HDMI inputs. Kriss

[@edisonanderson3800]

Quick question. If I want to stream a prerecorded video or animation is it also doable? I know you covered the still images streaming but what about videos?

[@Holdannews]

You'd need to feed that video into one of the HDMI inputs of the ATEM from some form playback device.

[@edisonanderson3800]

Holdan Limited Thank you very much!

[@josecontreras5359]

What is speed for the delay camera to pc?

[@joshuastager3619]

Curious, other BlackMagic products use the term "webcam" as 720p. Is this able to encode and stream 1080p over USB-C? Ethernet? Thanks!

[@Holdannews]

I assume you're referring to the Web Presenter which does so at 720p - it is a few years old now. I can confirm that the ATEM Mini Pro does webcam mode and streaming at up to 1080p. Thanks - Kriss

[@joshuastager3619]

@@Holdannews , Both USB-C and Ethernet? Thanks!

[@Holdannews]

Joshua Stager yes! Kriss

[@eugennachtigall]

How to bring in YT-comments into the livestream out of ATEM Mini Pro (without using streaming software)? Thanks.

[@Holdannews]

Easiest way would be to use a third party piece of software/service (such as singular.live) - or you could mock this graphic up using Adobe Photoshop and send that to the ATEM via the plugin over the network connection. Kriss

[@robertoliver804]

Hey Kriss, does the Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro HDMI Live Stream Switcher work with the BM URSA 4.6 G2 camera as well or just the pocket cinema cameras ? Thanks1

[@Holdannews]

Hey - it will work, however you won't have remote camera control over the HDMI - that only works with the Pocket 4K and 6K. Cheers for watching! Kriss

[@ShaLaLaLaProductions]

Also extremely cool to see you have an advance copy of the mini pro. Several questions come to mind, In the product description listed on B&H Video it says, "Hardware encoder so there's no need for additional streaming software" My first question: 1) So, in theory, does that make software such as OBS, vmix et all redundant and you would only operate solely from the MINI Pro? 2a) If it does, will that feature change a lot of member's workflow or set up on live stream shoot's for the project where you don't use your OBS or vmix? 2b) If it doesn't, doe that means you will use OBS or mix to live stream, and since vmix or obs still views the mini pro as a single video source, how will it look when you preview the video in vmix or OBS? will it see a single camera, or will it see the new multiview layout?

[@Holdannews]

Hey there - some answers for you: 1) Correct, you don't need to use software on the computer for the encoding should you not want to. You could in theory (providing you've saved all of the stream details in the ATEM already) just plug the ATEM Mini Pro into your internet router and stream within seconds. 2a) It doesn't alter much of the setup/workflow using the encoder built into the ATEM Mini Pro - instead of inputting the streaming details into OBS, you simply input them into the ATEM Software Control panel and stream from there. The rest of the workflow is pretty much the same. 2b) Answered above (i think). Thanks Kriss

[@muhammadhamidullahmusa1356]

I've read that the USB hub can be used to connect multiple storage device. Can the USB webcam and storage mode be used simultaneously using the USB hub?

[@Holdannews]

No it can't. Kriss

[@jobetukasari]

Audio delay fix - what about to connect audio output from e.g. rodecaster pro into one of cameras audio input and this will be hdmi audio used on atem mini pro during the recording? It should be withou delay in this way? No?

[@Holdannews]

Martin Horniak there would technically be a little delay from the internal circuitry of the rodecaster pro compared to if it was just a simple shotgun microphone plugged directly into the camera. It may however be very minimal - I would test it at home first, see if the delay is noticeable going from the rodecaster directly into a camera. If it’s not noticeable, then it should be fine with the Atem pro. Kriss

[@jobetukasari]

Thanx Kriss, I have just seen some other video, they have used mic 1 as line input (possible to change it line or mic) and after updating to 8.1.1 firmware the delay was only minimal. It was atem mini only. Maybe we have to wait for some firmware updates for pro as well.

[@ljfrank]

@@jobetukasari I can confirm that delay is minimal through Mic 1 input. I have 2 mics running to external analog mixer & mixer output to Mic 1 input on mini pro. Be sure to change input from mic (default) to line in ATEM software control.

[@akshaygoel576]

Hi Kriss. Great Review. Just wanted to know if we can use a usb-c hub (the one with usb-c and hdmi port) to use the usb-c port to record and the hdmi port to connect to a projector to show the final output to an audience. Please try this out. Thanks in advance.

[@Holdannews]

Hi Akshay, unfortunately not. The USB-C has to be directly connected to the media drive it's going to record to - anything else connected will not be detected, and likely will interrupt the connection to the recording media. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@talentstv3225]

Pls, How does recording via the Atem mini USB c compare to recording with the bmd video assist?

[@Holdannews]

It's ProRes (Video Assist) vs H.264 (USB-C recording). If you're not live streaming then you can set a healthy high bitrate for that USB-C recording to a drive which should be fine for most purposes. However, if you are live streaming, then it will have to be a lower bitrate as it has to be the same for both recording and the live stream. I would see myself using the USB-C recording 95% of the time, primarily due to wanting to use that one HDMI output for the multiviewer. Kriss

[@SFCFilms]

If I’m not mistaken you can only load images into the media player via the control software. If that is so why is it called media player and not image player?

[@Holdannews]

Because on the larger (also more expensive) ATEM models they support both still images and short clip sequences. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@Tubefix]

Hi, great review. I'll be using three cameras and separate audio. None of my cameras send audio down HDMI so I was wondering if there was a way to delay the audio otherwise I think the audio will be out by a couple of frames? Chris

[@Holdannews]

Hey, thanks for the positive comment. There currently isn't anyway to manually adjust sync. Kriss

[@martinharris8645]

Holdan Limited I was speaking to Blackmagic today about this and it’s in the pipeline.

[@aaronglynnwalker]

I can't thank you enough for this video! I've been devouring all the Atem Mini Pro info I can as I use one for a church job now. Question - can you help or point me to the right direction on getting into the XML details? I'm attempting to stream through a service called StreamMonkey. I'm aware the Atem XML is set to stream to YT, Twitch, (and the third I can't remember), but I'm assuming you can input any service into the XML. How would I go about doing that? Thanks in advance!!

[@Holdannews]

Thanks for the positive comment. Yes you can create you're own streaming presets within the XML file. You basically just find the file store in the application library, duplicate one of the current presets and customise the sections you need to. Thanks for watching! Kriss

[@silversulu]

Man, you got that fast!

[@kencrawsailor]

Any chance the multiview out could output at 4K so one gets higher resolution on each frame within the multi-view?

[@Holdannews]

I'm afraid not, it is set at 1080p. Thanks for watching - Kriss

[@bryanlundstrom3705]

Does the PIP settings get saved to the console buttons?

[@Holdannews]

If you're using the DVE in the upstream keyer for PiP then this setting is saved to the Keyer button on the console. The dedicated PiP buttons however are fixed and not programmable. Thanks for watching! Kriss