Blackmagic ATEM Television Studio 4K8

This advanced Ultra HD production system is engineered to deliver the power of a complete broadcast control room in a compact and portable chassis. Designed around an integrated control surface and high‑performance switching engine, it enables professional multi camera production without the need for external racks or additional hardware. Its layout provides direct access to source selection, transitions, effects and key layers, allowing operators to manage fast paced productions with confidence. This combination of tactile control and internal processing ensures smooth workflows whether used in fixed studio environments or mobile production setups.

With eight high bandwidth 12G SDI inputs, the system supports a wide range of Ultra HD camera sources. Each input offers complete flexibility across multiple SDI rates including 1.5G, 3G, 6G and 12G, allowing varied sources to integrate reliably into a single workflow. Ten 12G SDI auxiliary outputs provide extensive routing options for program feeds, monitors, external recorders or presentation systems. This level of connectivity is further supported by a built in four port 10G Ethernet switch, which allows high speed networking for remote control, shared storage workflows and communication with other broadcast devices. 

The internal feature set includes professional tools typically reserved for larger broadcast installations. Two digital video effects processors provide picture in picture and graphic layering, while a dedicated SuperSource engine offers multi layer compositions for interviews, panel discussions or complex layouts. Four advanced chroma keyers enable high quality keying for virtual sets, while two media players support stills and animations for titles, graphics and overlays. The integrated multiview output supports both SDI and HDMI, allowing operators to monitor program, preview, inputs, keyers and media sources on a single display.

Recording capabilities are built directly into the unit, supporting Ultra HD program recording to internal M.2 storage or external USB C connected media. Ultra HD programs are captured in H.265 while HD programs use H.264, ensuring efficient file sizes with excellent image quality for post production. The system also incorporates talkback for communication with camera teams and provides extensive audio connectivity including analog, MADI and embedded SDI audio for complex multi channel environments. 

This all in one Ultra HD switcher provides professional broadcast capability in a compact, versatile form, making it ideal for studios, event venues, education facilities and large scale live productions.