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Blackmagic Design ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP

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The ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP Switcher from Blackmagic Design is a professional 2 RU rackmount solution engineered for high-capacity live broadcast production. It delivers 32 native SMPTE 2110 IP video inputs and 28 outputs—including multiview capabilities—all routed through redundant 100G fiber Ethernet ports. Built-in standards converters on each port ensure seamless format compatibility across diverse broadcast environments. Control the switcher intuitively via the ATEM Software Control app, making it an ideal choice for complex, standards-based broadcast workflows. Read more

Features

  • Native SMPTE-2110 IP switcher with full support for modern broadcast infrastructures.
  • Ultra-fast 100G Ethernet ports replace hundreds of traditional SDI cables.
  • Dedicated standards converter on every input handles mixed format sources seamlessly.
  • Comprehensive SMPTE-2022-7 redundancy on all video ports for fail-safe operation.
  • 4-M/E banks with 16 Advanced Keyers and 12 total DVEs for complex layering.
  • Integrated Fairlight live audio engine with support for immersive and surround sound.

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The ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP Switcher from Blackmagic Design is a professional 2 RU rackmount solution engineered for high-capacity live broadcast production. It delivers 32 native SMPTE 2110 IP video inputs and 28 outputs—including multiview capabilities—all routed through redundant 100G fiber Ethernet ports. Built-in standards converters on each port ensure seamless format compatibility across diverse broadcast environments. Control the switcher intuitively via the ATEM Software Control app, making it an ideal choice for complex, standards-based broadcast workflows. Read more

Features

  • Native SMPTE-2110 IP switcher with full support for modern broadcast infrastructures.
  • Ultra-fast 100G Ethernet ports replace hundreds of traditional SDI cables.
  • Dedicated standards converter on every input handles mixed format sources seamlessly.
  • Comprehensive SMPTE-2022-7 redundancy on all video ports for fail-safe operation.
  • 4-M/E banks with 16 Advanced Keyers and 12 total DVEs for complex layering.
  • Integrated Fairlight live audio engine with support for immersive and surround sound.

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About the Blackmagic Design ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP

The Blackmagic Design ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP is a professional live production switcher designed entirely around native SMPTE-2110 IP video, eliminating the need for traditional SDI infrastructure in high-end broadcast environments. Announced at NAB 2026, this switcher represents a significant departure from the standard ATEM Constellation SDI models, built specifically for broadcasters migrating to IP-based workflows while maintaining the familiar operational features of the ATEM series. The unit features a completely redesigned chassis with front-to-back cooling, four silent fans, and extensive redundancy including redundant PTP clock connections, dual 10G Ethernet control ports, and redundant AC power supplies.

The ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP supports 32 standards-converted SMPTE-2022-7 inputs via four sets of dual redundant 100G Ethernet connections, along with 24 SMPTE-2110 outputs, 16 ATEM Advanced Keyers, four independent multiviewers, and two SuperSource processors delivering a total of 12 DVEs. Each 100G Ethernet port handles eight video inputs and eight video outputs bidirectionally, meaning just four cables replace up to 60 individual BNC cables on an equivalent SDI switcher. Every video port features SMPTE-2022-7 seamless protection switching, sending duplicate streams across separate network switches and reconstructing frames from the first arriving packets to ensure uninterrupted transmission.

A critical feature for real-world production is the dedicated standards converter on every input channel. Unlike pure SMPTE-2110 environments where all sources theoretically share the same format, live productions often involve mismatched resolutions and frame rates. The ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP automatically converts any incoming source to the switcher's working format, supporting 720p, 1080i, 1080p, and 2160p up to 60p. The built-in Fairlight Live audio mixer provides 132 channels of powerful SMPTE-2110 audio mixing with support for immersive formats and multiple talkback buses. Optional ATEM Monitoring Panel adds rack-mounted physical controls and simultaneous SMPTE-2022-7 to 12G-SDI/HDMI conversion.

Key Features

  • Native SMPTE-2110 IP switcher with full support for modern broadcast infrastructures.
  • Ultra-fast 100G Ethernet ports replace hundreds of traditional SDI cables.
  • Dedicated standards converter on every input handles mixed format sources seamlessly.
  • Comprehensive SMPTE-2022-7 redundancy on all video ports for fail-safe operation.
  • 4-M/E banks with 16 Advanced Keyers and 12 total DVEs for complex layering.
  • Integrated Fairlight live audio engine with support for immersive and surround sound.

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Blackmagic Design ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP Specs

Video Inputs & Outputs
Number of Inputs
32 (standards-converted SMPTE-2022-7)
Number of Outputs
24 (SMPTE-2110)
100G Ethernet Ports
4 sets of dual redundant QSFP28 connections
Supported Formats
720p, 1080i, 1080p, 2160p up to 60p
Processing & Effects
M/E Banks
4 (Mix/Effects)
ATEM Advanced Keyers
16 total (4 per M/E)
DVEs (Digital Video Effects)
12 total
SuperSource Processors
2 (each with 4 DVEs)
Multiviewers
4 independent custom multiviewers
Audio & Talkback
Audio Mixing
132 channels via Fairlight Live software
Talkback Channels
Audio 15 and 16 integrated with Fairlight Live expansion
Audio Monitoring
Headphone jack, built-in speaker (front panel)
Control Ports
Dual 10G Ethernet (redundant RJ45)

Key Features

  • Native SMPTE-2110 IP switcher with full support for modern broadcast infrastructures.
  • Ultra-fast 100G Ethernet ports replace hundreds of traditional SDI cables.
  • Dedicated standards converter on every input handles mixed format sources seamlessly.
  • Comprehensive SMPTE-2022-7 redundancy on all video ports for fail-safe operation.
  • 4-M/E banks with 16 Advanced Keyers and 12 total DVEs for complex layering.
  • Integrated Fairlight live audio engine with support for immersive and surround sound.

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FAQs about Blackmagic Design ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP

What is the primary function of the Blackmagic ATEM 4 M/E Constellation IP?

It is an enterprise-grade live production switcher engineered for hybrid 12G-SDI and SMPTE ST 2110 IP broadcast workflows. Featuring four full Mix/Effects (M/E) rows, it delivers extensive routing, compositing, and switching power for massive multi-camera events, sports, and major live broadcasts.

How does the switcher support SMPTE ST 2110 IP video?

It incorporates high-speed Ethernet ports designed to connect directly into managed 2110 broadcast networks. This allows video, multichannel audio, tally, and control metadata to be routed bi-directionally over IP infrastructure without requiring external SDI-to-IP gateways.

What standard video input and output connections are available?

Alongside its IP connectivity, the switcher includes 40 standards-converted 12G-SDI inputs and 24 customizable 12G-SDI auxiliary outputs. Every SDI input features automatic format detection, frame synchronization, and cross-conversion to seamlessly ingest mismatched camera formats up to Ultra HD 2160p60.

What keying and DVE compositing capabilities are included across the 4 M/E rows?

The switcher features 16 ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers (four per M/E row) alongside independent 2D DVE engines for picture-in-picture, split screens, and animated transitions. This massive processing engine allows simultaneous multi-layer compositing across multiple independent program feeds.

How are multiview outputs handled on this switcher?

It provides up to four independent multiview outputs that can be fully customized with 4, 7, 10, 13, or 16 views each. Multiview feeds can be routed via standard SDI outputs or streamed directly over the SMPTE ST 2110 IP network with custom labels, tallies, and audio meters.

What audio mixing capabilities are built into the hardware?

The unit features an integrated Fairlight audio mixer supporting hundreds of input channels with 6-band parametric EQ, compressors, limiters, and noise gates on every channel. It accommodates embedded SDI audio, MADI inputs, and networked IP audio streams seamlessly.

How do operators control the switcher?

It can be controlled via the included ATEM Software Control software running on Mac or Windows computers, or through physical hardware surfaces like the ATEM 1 M/E, 2 M/E, or 4 M/E Advanced Panels. It also supports automated macros, third-party control systems via Ethernet, and front-panel emergency controls.

Does the unit offer internal media storage for motion graphics and stills?

Yes, it features an expanded internal media pool capable of holding broadcast-quality full-motion animations, stingers, lower-thirds, and still graphics with alpha channels. Graphics can be dropped directly into the switcher from Photoshop using the ATEM plug-in or uploaded via software control.

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