ATEM Television Studio HD8 is a compact live production switcher with built in broadcast control panel. Get a fully featured broadcast quality live production studio with 8 standards converted 3G-SDI inputs, built in streaming, master recorder, multiview, USB webcam support, DVE, 4 ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers, media players, talkback, 4 way Ethernet switch and optional internal cloud media storage.
ATEM Television Studio HD8
ATEM Television Studio HD8
SKU:SWATEMTVSTA/HD08
Connections
SDI Video Inputs
8
SDI Video Outputs
12
SDI Rates
1.5G, 3G
HDMI Video Outputs
1
Total Audio Inputs
2 x XLR balanced analog audio,
1 x BNC 32 Ch MADI digital audio,
2 x RCA stereo analog audio,
1 x 5 pin XLR Talkback.
Total Audio Outputs
4 x 1/4 inch Jack analog audio,
1 x BNC 64 Ch MADI digital audio, up to 50 active,
1 x 5 pin XLR Talkback.
SDI Audio Inputs
4 Ch embedded audio on all SDI inputs.
SDI Audio Outputs
2 Ch embedded audio on all SDI outputs.
Timecode Connections
1 x BNC In, 1 x BNC Out.
Reference Input
1 x BNC In, 1 x BNC Out.
Tri-Sync or Black Burst.
Video Input Re-Sync
On all 8 inputs.
Frame Rate and Format Converters
On all 8 inputs.
SDI Aux Outputs
2
SDI Program Outputs
1
Webcam Output
2 x USB-C supporting 720p or 1080p at PGM frame rate.
Total Multi Views
1 x 3G-SDI
1 x HDMI
Remote
RJ12 supports RS-422
Control Panel Connection
Ethernet. Direct connection between panel and chassis, or via network.
Internal Timecode Generator
Yes
Talkback
RJ45 for 3rd party talkback systems.
Tally Output
Added via ethernet connection to Blackmagic Design GPI and Tally Interface product. (Not included).
Ethernet
4 x RJ45 with internet network switch. Supports 10/100/1000 BASE-T.
Computer Interface
2 x USB-C supports USB 2.0 for external drive recording, webcam out, software control, software updates and switcher connection.
Standards
SD Video Standards
None
HD Video Input Standards
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
SDI Compliance
SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B.
Video Sampling
4:2:2
Color Precision
10-bit.
Color Space
REC 709
SDI Auto Switching
Automatically detects between 1.5G-SDI and level A or level B 3G-SDI.
Product Specifics
Upstream Keyers
4
Downstream Keyers
2
Advanced Chroma Keyers
4
SuperSource
1
Linear/Luma Keyers
7
Transition Keyer (Stinger/DVE)
1 Stinger, 1 DVE.
Total Number of Layers
8
Pattern Generators
7
Color Generators
2
Control Panel
Integrated panel with full control of switching and settings.
Routable Windows
16
Windows Source Labels
Yes
Tally
Red for program and green for preview indication.
Talkback Support
Yes
Mix Minus Support
Yes
Streaming
Direct Streaming
Supports direct live streaming using Real Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) over ethernet or a shared internet connection over USB‑C.
Recording
Direct Recording Video and Audio
USB-C expansion port can record directly to external media.
Video Recording
Program recorded as a H.264 .mp4 file at the streaming quality setting and at the ATEM video standard with AAC audio.
Media Format
Supports media formatted ExFAT (Windows/Mac). APFS or HFS+ (Mac).
Multi View Monitoring
Multi View Monitoring
1 x multi view via SDI and HDMI configurable to 16, 13, 10, 7 or 4 up views. Includes monitoring of Program, Preview, Inputs, Media Players, DSKs, SuperSource, Clean Feed with optional labels and audio meters.
Multi View Video Standard
HD
Display Minimum Resolution
1366 x 768
Media Player
Media Players
2
Channels
Fill and key for each media player.
Media Pool Still Image Capacity
20
Media Pool Still Image Format
PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG and TIFF.
Media Pool Clip Capacity
2 x up to 1080p60.
Media Player Clip Length in 720 HD
400 frames.
Media Player Clip Length in 1080 HD
200 frames.
Media Pool Video File Format
TGA sequence.
Media Pool Audio File Format
WAV, MP3 and AIFF.
Processing
Processing Delay
< 10 lines when genlocked and in the same format as the switcher.
Audio Mixer
58 Channel mixer.
Selectable On/Off/Audio-Follow-Video.
Level and Peak metering.
Master gain control.
6 band parametric EQ, Dynamics including Expander, Gate, Compressor and Limiter.
Camera Control
When used with most Blackmagic Design cameras, ATEM can control focus, iris and zoom of compatible lenses and camera settings including gain, white balance, tint, shutter, ND filter, color corrector, tally and record start/stop.
Down Conversion
None
Software
Control Panel Included
ATEM Software Control Panel included free for Mac 12.0 Monterey, Mac 13.0 Ventura or later. and Windows 10 or 11.
Software Updates
Using USB or Ethernet connection directly connected to Mac OS or Windows computers. Includes ATEM Setup Utility.
Operating Systems
Mac 12.0 Monterey,
Mac 13.0 Ventura or later.
Windows 10 and 11.
Power Requirements
Power Supply
1 x Internal 100 - 240 AC 50/60Hz with IEC C14 socket.
1 x 4 pin XLR 12V DC In for external power supply or battery use.
Power Usage
100 W max.
Physical Specifications
Physical Installation
Physical Installation
Desktop or in-desk mount.
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F)
Storage Temperature
-20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
Relative Humidity
0% to 90% non-condensing
What's Included
ATEM Television Studio HD8
Welcome wallet with QR code for software download
Warranty
12 Months Limited Manufacturer's Warranty.