Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio HD8

Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio HD8: Professional HD Live Production Switcher

The Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio HD8 revolutionizes live production with its sleek, integrated design that combines a control panel, switcher, and multiple functionalities into a single compact unit. This robust system supports up to 1080p60 HD resolution and caters to professional video productions, streamlining setup and operation for live streaming, recording, and switching multiple video sources seamlessly. Notably, the ISO model of the ATEM Television Studio HD8 allows for individual input recording, perfect for post-production multi-camera editing. Enhanced with remote camera support, users can manage up to eight cameras remotely, benefiting from comprehensive control options including tally and camera functions.

The switcher also supports direct live streaming through RTMP, with options for internal recording to USB drives or M.2 SSDs. With its extensive feature set, including chroma keyers, digital video effects, and a 58-channel audio mixer, this device stands as an indispensable tool for any serious video producer looking to enhance their broadcast quality and production efficiency.

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LIVE PRODUCTION, POST-PRODUCTION, & DISTRIBUTION!

• Live Production - You get an incredibly powerful 8-input switcher with both program and two aux outputs so you have everything you need for mobile production. That means you can connect up to 8 cameras! Plus you get professional camera control, talkback, and audio mixing all designed into a familiar broadcast panel.
• Post Production - The ISO model records all inputs into separate files so you can edit using any NLE that supports multi-cam! That's possible because all files have perfect timecode sync! Plus with built-in network storage, you can edit while recording! Multiple users can even share media and collaborate!
• Distribution - With a built-in hardware streaming engine, you can live stream your event to a global audience! Recording to H.264 files with AAC audio means you get the correct format to upload to YouTube. Plus you share live broadcasts with your audience by using the aux outputs and large screens and projectors!

EASY TO USE & FAST TO LEARN!

• There's never been a switcher that’s easier to use, as you simply press any of the program row buttons on the front panel to cut between video sources. Or you can pre-select a source on the preview row and then choose between cut or effect transitions by selecting the cut or auto buttons. You can select from exciting transitions such as dissolve, or more dramatic effects such as dip to color, DVE squeeze, and DVE push. You can even add a DVE for picture-in-picture effects with customized graphics. 

BRING MULTI-CAMERA LIVE PRODUCTION TO ANY LOCATION!

• Compact Broadcast Vans - With the all-in-one design, you can build a new generation of ultra-compact broadcast vans! You don't need racks of equipment, so you can eliminate clutter for a much nicer work environment. For stability, you can even mount the switcher inset to the desk!
• Music Venues and Clubs - Some of the most exciting venues, such as downstairs music venues or comedy clubs, are too small for racks of video equipment. However, ATEM Television Studio can be carried into any venue! It’s also easy to pack up, even if the venue is still crowded.
• Online Education - ATEM Television Studio is perfect for creating educational content! As the ISO model records the video inputs, you can finesse edits, replace shots and even add color correction! Plus you can even connect to Zoom to incorporate live chat with students!
• Live Sports - ATEM Television Studio is perfect for live sports because it has a simple design that's easy for community volunteers to use. It can be installed in sports clubs or taken on the road with the team! With up to 8 cameras, you'll catch all the exciting angles!

SELF-CONTAINED BROADCAST QUALITY SWITCHER

• The ATEM Television Studio HD combines a switcher and control panel into the same unit, so it’s extremely portable. You get everything you need! The front panel includes buttons for selecting sources, triggering transitions, and setting up video effects. Plus the buttons are the same high-end type used on expensive broadcast switchers! You also get a built-in t-bar for manual transition control! The front panel even has an innovative audio mixer control area with live metering on a dedicated LCD. 

CONNECT UP TO 8 INDEPENDENT CAMERAS

• With 8 3G-SDI video inputs, ATEM Television Studio HD lets you connect multiple cameras for different views of the performance. Video cameras with SDI outputs, such as Blackmagic Studio Camera or Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2, are much better quality as they have better low-light performance and use professional lenses. All video sources will re-sync to the switcher, even if they operate at different video standards. Everything just works so setup on location is easy and you don't have to worry about technical problems. Imagine taking advantage of the creative freedom of multi-camera live production for interviews, advertorials, theater productions, music performances, sports, and more!

EASY TO ADD EXCITING VIDEO EFFECTS!

• One of the benefits of ATEM Television Studio is the range of professional built-in video effects! The cut button ensures an instant cut when switching between sources. The t-bar fader can be used to transition video effects, or you can do the transition automatically by pressing the auto button. Auto uses the transition duration set in the system control. You can also select the type of effect you want including mix, which does a smooth transition between sources, or dip which transitions via a third video source, such as a color generator. There is a wide range of SMPTE wipes included, plus fun DVE effects that slide or squeeze the image off-screen when transitioning between video sources!

INCLUDES LOADS OF EXTREMELY CREATIVE TRANSITIONS!

• ATEM Television Studio includes the same kind of transitions found on expensive broadcast switchers. This means the effects and transitions can be customized in many different ways, so they are surprisingly powerful. You'll never stop finding new ways of using them! That’s because all transitions can be customized by adjusting parameters such as duration, border color, border width, position, and direction. You can even use the DVE with a wipe transition, where the DVE moves a graphic over the wiping edge. That's called a graphic wipe and it’s often used in sports broadcasting. The preview transition button can be used to set up effects offline, which is great for eliminating mistakes.

POWERFUL SUPERSOURCE PROCESSING! 

• In addition to the DVE in the ATEM Television Studio, there is also a powerful SuperSource multi-layer processor! SuperSource gives you 4 extra DVE layers plus a background layer, all layered together as an additional input source. Any video input can be used as sources for each DVE, then it’s all layered together over a media pool custom background or live video. SuperSource is perfect for doing multiple picture-in-picture displays with people being interviewed because you can set up the effect so the viewer can see each person being interviewed all within a stylish graphic. SuperSource is just like having a completely independent multi-layer VFX switcher built in!

UP TO STANDARDS CONVERTED 3G-SDI INPUTS!

• The ATEM Television Studio HD features 8 independent 3G-SDI inputs, with each input featuring its own dedicated standards converter. That means it’s possible to convert any 1080HD or 720HD input source to the video standard of the switcher! That means you could have each switcher SDI input running a different television standard and all the inputs would just work! SDI input audio channels 1, 2, 3, and 4 can also be manually routed to various embedded audio channels in the program and aux outputs.

PROFESSIONAL 3G‑SDI OUTPUTS WITH 15-CHANNEL EMBEDDED AUDIO

• The ATEM Television Studio includes nine 3G‑SDI program outputs so you get enough connections to send a separate program return feed to all of your cameras! That’s important because the SDI program return is used to send tally, talkback, and control information back to the cameras! You also get 2 dedicated aux outputs for driving stage monitors and master recorders. These aux outputs can be live switched using dedicated buttons on the control panel! Aux 1 even includes an on-screen counter for presenter monitoring. Plus you can manually route audio into all 16 embedded audio channels in the SDI outputs! For camera monitoring, there is a dedicated 3G-SDI and HDMI output for the multiview.

BUILT-IN AUDIO MIXER WITH 6-BAND EQ, COMPRESSOR, AND LIMITER

• With a built-in Fairlight audio mixer, ATEM Television Studio HD makes it possible to do complex live sound mixing. The internal mixer features enough channels for all SDI inputs, as well as extra channels for the XLR, RCA, and MADI inputs! Each input channel features the highest quality 6-band parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, expander, and noise gate as well as level and pan controls. You can mix all these input channels together at the same time, or you can set video sources to "audio follow video". The audio mixer is extremely powerful and it can be adjusted from the front panel using the dedicated audio mixer controls and LCD. Plus you can also mix audio using ATEM Software Control!

EDIT LIVE PRODUCTION IN DAVINCI RESOLVE

• With support for DaVinci Resolve project files in the ISO model, you get a full post-production workflow with editing, color correction, visual effects, and audio mixing. Plus DaVinci Resolve is a free download for Mac, Windows, and Linux, so there are no monthly license costs. Simply open the project and you'll see your live production as an edit timeline. You can trim edits and remove shots you don't want! On the cut page, the sync bin will show alternative shots in a multiview display. If you want to replace a shot, then simply click an alternative! Finally, you can add professional DaVinci color correction. You can even relink to Blackmagic RAW camera files if you want to finish in Ultra HD!

INCLUDES FREE ATEM SOFTWARE CONTROL PANEL

• The ATEM Software Control app unlocks the hidden power of ATEM Television Studio HD by allowing access to all the features in the switcher. ATEM Software Control features a visual switcher user interface with parameter palettes for making adjustments. Although you can connect via USB, if you connect using Ethernet you can run multiple copies of ATEM Software Control on different computers! The software lets you live switch, mix audio, color correct in the cameras, and manage media. You can also build and run complex macros from the software! Plus you can save the switcher state as an XML file for recalling jobs later!

LOCALIZED FOR 13 POPULAR LANGUAGES 

• ATEM Television Studio HD supports multiple languages in the menus and in the ATEM Software Control, so you can customize it to the language you prefer. You get support in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, German, French, Russian, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, Polish, and Ukrainian languages. Simply go into the setup menu to change the language, or you can always switch to another language at any time in the future. Once a language is selected, the menus on all the LCDs will change to the selected language. Multiple language support means ATEM Television Studio HD is perfect for doing live production work anywhere in the world and with any crew!

• 8-Input 3G-SDI 1080p60 Live Switcher
• Audio Mixing, Transitions, T-Bar, AUX
• Blackmagic Cloud Integration
• Customizable Electronic LCDs
• Redesigned Buttons and Layout
• Streaming Support, USB & M.2 Recording
• Studio Camera Control
• Timecode, MADI, Talkback
• Up to 16 Multiview Output Sources
• Webcam Support, Runs Blackmagic OS

• Inputs: 8 x 3G-SDI inputs, supports up to 1080p60 video signals
• Control Panel: Built-in with buttons, knobs, and LCD screens for easy control
• Streaming: Supports RTMP live streaming to platforms like YouTube Live or Facebook Live
• USB Webcam Output: Connects as a webcam to a computer for streaming software integration
• Recording: Internal recording to USB drives or M.2 SSDs; ISO model allows separate file recording
• Multiview Monitoring: View up to 16 video sources on a single SDI or HDMI output
• Audio Mixer: 58-channel audio mixer with support for embedded audio from SDI sources
• Chroma Keyers: For creating green screen or blue screen effects
• Digital Video Effects (DVE): Includes picture-in-picture and graphic wipes for transitions
• Transitions: Offers various cut, dissolve, and wipe transitions with customizable settings
• Media Players: Load and play still graphics and video clips during productions
• Talkback System: Built-in talkback functionality for crew communication
• Operating System: Blackmagic OS for a user-friendly configuration and control interface
• Cloud Storage: Optional upload to Blackmagic Cloud for remote access (requires subscription)

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What is the maximum video resolution supported by the ATEM Television Studio HD8?

The ATEM Television Studio HD8 supports a maximum video resolution of up to 1080p60.

Can I record individual inputs separately with the ATEM Television Studio HD8?

Yes, the ISO model of the ATEM Television Studio HD8 allows you to record each input as separate video files, making it ideal for multi-camera editing in post-production.

How many remote cameras can be controlled with the ATEM Television Studio HD8?

You can control and integrate up to 8 remote cameras via Ethernet or the internet, with tally and camera control functions available in the ISO model.

Does the ATEM Television Studio HD8 support live streaming?

Yes, the ATEM Television Studio HD8 supports live streaming via the RTMP protocol, allowing you to stream directly to platforms like YouTube Live and Facebook Live.

What are the internal recording options for the ATEM Television Studio HD8?

The ATEM Television Studio HD8 supports internal recording to USB drives or M.2 SSDs. The ISO model additionally allows for separate file recording of each input.

Can I use the ATEM Television Studio HD8 as a webcam for streaming software?

Yes, the ATEM Television Studio HD8 has a USB webcam output that allows it to connect to a computer as a webcam for easy integration into streaming software.

What kind of transitions and effects does the ATEM Television Studio HD8 offer?

The ATEM Television Studio HD8 offers a variety of transitions including cut, dissolve, and wipe transitions with customizable settings. It also includes digital video effects (DVE) like picture-in-picture and graphic wipes.

Does the ATEM Television Studio HD8 have a built-in audio mixer?

Yes, it features a 58-channel audio mixer that supports audio mixing from all inputs, including embedded audio from SDI sources.

Is there a talkback system included in the ATEM Television Studio HD8?

Yes, the ATEM Television Studio HD8 includes a built-in talkback system for effective communication with crew members during live events.

Can I upload recordings to cloud storage with the ATEM Television Studio HD8?

Yes, you can upload recordings directly to the Blackmagic Cloud for remote access, although this requires an additional subscription.