The Blackmagic Design ATEM 1 M/E Advanced Panel is a dedicated hardware control surface designed to provide tactile, broadcast-style control over the ATEM 1 M/E Constellation series and other compatible ATEM live production switchers. It offers a comprehensive array of physical buttons, knobs, and faders, allowing technical directors and operators to execute complex live productions with speed, precision, and muscle memory that is difficult to achieve with mouse and keyboard control alone. The panel is engineered to mirror the software layout of the ATEM switcher, giving instant access to source selection, transitions, keyers, media playback, and audio mixing.

The control surface features multiple banks of illuminated source selection buttons, dedicated transport controls for the media players, a full-featured audio section with channel faders and trim knobs, and a central joystick for controlling Digital Video Effects (DVE) such as picture-in-picture positioning. It includes a large, high-resolution LCD screen that provides clear feedback on the current state of the switcher, including preview and program buses, keyer status, and audio levels. This combination of physical controls and visual feedback streamlines the operator's workflow, especially during fast-paced live events.

Built with a robust metal and plastic construction, the Advanced Panel is designed for the rigors of daily use in control rooms and mobile production trucks. It connects to the ATEM switcher via Ethernet, allowing for flexible placement relative to the main hardware. By providing an ergonomic and intuitive interface that puts every critical function at the operator's fingertips, this control panel significantly enhances operational efficiency and creative control in professional broadcast and live production environments.