The new ATEM Constellation 8K is an Ultra HD live production switcher with so many features, that you can combine them all to make an incredibly powerful 8K switcher! You get 4 M/Es, 40 x 12G SDI inputs, 24 x 12G SDI aux outputs, 4 DVEs, 16 Keyers, 4 media players, 4 multi viewers, 2 SuperSource and standards conversion on every SDI input! Then when switched to 8K, all these features combine to make a powerful 8K switcher! You even get built in talkback and a professional 156 channel Fairlight audio mixer with EQ and dynamics! Plus you can use the free ATEM Software Control or a choice of amazing hardware ATEM Advanced Panels.

Designed for Massive Live Events!
With so many inputs, ATEM Constellation is ideal for concerts and music festivals because you can place cameras on all areas of the stage for amazing coverage! Even live sports benefit from the huge number of inputs and four DVEs let you build multi‑layer compositions to cover the action. The fastest way to produce programming is live! With powerful internal graphics and four ATEM Advanced Chroma Keyers, you get everything you need for complex program production. ATEM Constellation is also perfect for house of worship programming as it has the size to produce professional results, but it’s simple to learn so it’s easy to train volunteer crew!

The Ultra HD Switcher Ready for an 8K Future!
Because ATEM Constellation is so incredibly big, you can use it as a massive HD and Ultra HD switcher, then instantly combine all of these features together to work in native 8K. You get the power of 40 independent 12G‑SDI inputs when working in HD or Ultra HD, or when switched to 8K, these 40 inputs transform into 10 Quad Link 12G‑SDI 8K inputs! Each input even has up and cross conversion! That means you can instantly switch 720p, 1080p, 1080i, Ultra HD and 8K video standards! Plus, you get 4 independent Ultra HD multi views that also transform into a full resolution 8K multi view! Even the keyers, DVE, Super Source and downstream keyers all switch to native 8K!

Seriously Advanced Broadcast Power
ATEM Constellation 8K features a compact 2RU rack mount design with a built in control panel. This allows operation of the switcher, critical during setup or for emergency use. Also included is a large LCD so you can see program output and change switcher settings via on screen menus. Although only 2RU size, the rear of the switcher has a massive 40 x 12G‑SDI inputs, 24 x 12G‑SDI aux outputs, plus balanced audio, Ethernet, RS‑422 control and MADI digital audio extra inputs to the internal Fairlight audio mixer. Even with all this power, ATEM Constellation is extremely quiet with its innovative high efficiency thermal system and three low speed cooling fans.

Massive 40 Standards Converted 12G‑SDI Inputs!
You get 40 independent 12G-SDI inputs, with each input featuring its own dedicated up and cross converter. That means it's possible to convert 1080p and Ultra HD sources to stunning 8K to use them in your 8K programs! When used in HD or Ultra HD, you can connect up to 40 different sources in all formats up to 2160p60. When running 8K formats, you can connect up to 10 Quad Link 12G‑SDI 8K sources in all formats up to 4320p60! You can even loop out audio channels 1, 2, 3 and 4 from SDI inputs 1 to 30 to the two MADI digital audio outputs,so you can hand off the audio from all your sources to an external audio engineer for mixing.

24 Customizable 12G‑SDI Outputs
ATEM Constellation 8K features 24 independently routable 12G‑SDI outputs that can be fully customized. All of these outputs are similar to aux outputs, however they're more powerful because you can route any external SDI input and all internal sources to any of these 12G‑SDI outputs. That’s flexible enough to run independent program feeds, clean feeds, or outputs for on stage projectors and video walls. It’s like having multiple switchers all running at the same time with everyone getting the custom feed they need. All 12G‑SDI outputs contain embedded program audio, plus you get mix minus support, RP‑188 embedded timecode, SDI camera control, tally and talkback.

Internal Media for Stills and Motion Graphics
The built in media pool stores broadcast quality RGBA graphics and animations that can be played back instantly by the two media players. Media players simply appear as additional input sources on the ATEM Constellation 8K, so you don’t have to use extra SDI inputs for graphics. For the highest quality, the media pool can hold up to 24 full resolution 8K stills, or 64 Ultra HD or HD stills. Motion graphics clips for use in animations and stingers can be up to 100 8K RGBA frames, 400 frames in Ultra HD or a massive 1,600 frames in 1080HD. You can easily manage all of your media using the included ATEM Software Control or download directly from Photoshop using the ATEM Photoshop plug‑in.

The First Switcher with Big Professional Audio
ATEM Constellation 8K is the world’s first live production switcher that fully embraces live professional audio production! All SDI inputs are connected to a built in Fairlight audio mixer that features 6 band parametric EQ, compressor, limiter, noise gate and expander on each input. There is even a MADI for an extra 32 input channels into the internal audio mixer. Plus, there are 2 MADI outputs for breaking out channels 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the first 30 SDI inputs out for an external audio engineer. You can even mix audio from analog inputs, talkback microphones for voice over and more!

Professional Fairlight Audio Mixer
With a built in Fairlight audio mixer, the ATEM Constellation makes it possible to do extremely complex live sound mixing. The internal mixer features a massive 156 channels, for the biggest audio mixer in a live production switcher! 80 mixer channels are de-embedded from the SDI inputs, while an extra 64 audio channels are input via MADI in. Each input channel features the highest quality 6 band parametric EQ and compressor, limiter, expander and noise gate as well as full panning. You get extra channels for the analog input, talkback microphone and media players. All this audio power can be controlled via the ATEM Software Control or a Mackie compatible panel.

Redundant International Power Supplies
The ATEM Constellation 8K features 2 power supplies and each power supply can operate the switcher by itself so 2 power supplies mean you get 100% redundancy. Each power supply even has a separate independent AC connector on the rear panel, so this means it’s possible to power the switcher from 2 different AC sources. If an AC source goes down, you still won't get a power interruption. This is extremely useful where one AC connection can be a different power phase, a generator or a UPS. The power supplies will automatically adapt to various voltages from 100V to 240V so the switcher can travel the world with you and continue to operate perfectly.

New ATEM Advanced Keyer - Compose amazing multi layer live action
Layer live video, titles, graphics and animation over live video or graphic backgrounds with incredible quality using chroma, luma, linear and pattern keying. The ATEM Constellation 8K has 4 ATEM advanced keyers for each M/E! All ATEM live production switchers include powerful upstream keying for amazing broadcast effects! That’s a massive 16 independent chroma keyers which means you can create mind blowing broadcast quality multi layer effects for your production.

DVE - Move, resize and scale live video instantly!
Perfect for live breaking news production, the DVE lets you create live crosses from the studio to the excitement on location. Create picture in picture effects with both the studio host and location reporter combined as one video output. The high quality DVE gives you control of size, position, and features 3D borders, drop shadows and lighting! You can save customized DVE positions and automatically trigger the picture to animate full screen or zoom as the live interview concludes.

Internal Media Players
Load on‑air graphics to eliminate complex external servers!
You can store broadcast quality RGBA graphics in the media pool ready for instant playback via the ATEM media players. The two media players appear as input sources to your switcher. You can transition to graphics as full frame video or feed them to the keyers for overlaying video. Popular image formats such as PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG and TIFF are supported. The advanced ATEM 1 M/E and 2 M/E Production Studio 4K models feature a larger media pool with live clip storage plus 32 still graphic support.

Technical Specifications

Connections
Total Video Inputs: 40 x up to Ultra HD / 10 x in 8K
Total Video Outputs: 28 x up to Ultra HD / 7 x in 8K
Total Aux Outputs: 24 x up to Ultra HD / 6 x in 8K
SDI Rates: 1.5G, 3G, 6G, 12G
Total Audio Inputs: 2 x balanced 1/4 inch Jack, 1 x 32 stereo channel BNC MADI in.
Total Audio Outputs: 2 x balanced 1/4 inch Jack, 2 x 32 stereo channel BNC MADI out.
Timecode Connections: None
Reference Input: Tri-Sync or Black Burst.
Video Input Re-Sync: On all 40 inputs.
Frame Rate and Format Converters: On all 40 inputs.
SDI Video Inputs: 40 x 10-bit 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 2160p and 10 x 4320p switchable.
Extra Audio Outputs: 1 x 5 pin XLR Talkback.
SDI Audio Outputs: 16 Ch embedded into SDI output on all outputs.
Extra Audio Inputs: 1 x 5 pin XLR Talkback.
SDI Program Outputs: Any of the 24 SDI outputs.
Down Converted SDI Program Output: None
SDI Preview Outputs: Any of the 24 SDI outputs.
Total Multi Views: 4 x up to Ultra HD / 1 x in 8K
SDI Multi View Outputs: 4
HDMI Multi View Outputs: None
Remote: RJ12 supports RS-422
Control Panel Connection: Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BaseT. Allows 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).
Computer Interface: 1 x USB 2.0 port.

Standards
SD Video Standards: None
HD Video Standards:
720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
Ultra HD Video Standards:
2160p23.98, 2160p24, 2160p25, 2160p29.97, 2160p50, 2160p59.94, 2160p59.94, 2160p60
8K Video Standards:
4320p23.98, 4320p24, 4320p25, 4320p29.97, 4320p50, 4320p59.94, 4320p60
SDI Compliance: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 425M level A and B, SMPTE 2081‑1, SMPTE 2081‑10, SMPTE 2082‑1 and SMPTE 2082‑10, SMPTE 2082‑12.
Video Sampling: 4:2:2
Color Precision: 10-bit.
Color Space: REC 709, REC 2020.
SDI Auto Switching: Automatically detects between level A and level B 3G-SDI, 6G-SDI and 12G-SDI. Requires 2SI in 8K mode.

Product Specifics
Upstream Keyers: 16 x up to Ultra HD / 4 x in 8K with Chroma/Linear/Luma key.
Downstream Keyers: 4 x up to Ultra HD / 2 x in 8K.
Advanced Chroma Keyers: 16 x up to Ultra HD / 4 x in 8K.
SuperSource: 2
Talkback Support: Yes
Mix Minus Support: Yes
Linear/Luma Keyers: 21 x up to Ultra HD / 7 x in 8K
Transition Keyer (Stinger/DVE): 4 Stinger, 4 DVE .
Total Number of Layers: 28 x up to Ultra HD / 7 x in 8K
Pattern Generators: 21 x up to Ultra HD / 9 x in 8K
Color Generators: 2
DVE with 3D Borders & Drop Shadow: 4 x up to Ultra HD / 1 x in 8K
Control Panel: Front fascia emergency switching, software or optional hardware panel.
Routable Windows: 64 x up to Ultra HD / 16 x in 8K
Tally: Red for program and green for preview indication.
Windows Source Labels: Yes

Multi View Monitoring
Multi View Monitoring: 4 x 16 Multi View pattern options for up to 64 total views.
Multi View Video Standard: Select HD, Ultra HD or 8K.

Media Player
Media Players: 4 x up to Ultra HD / 1 x in 8K
Channels: Fill and key for each media player.
Media Pool Still Image Capacity: 64 x up to Ultra HD / 24 x in 8K with fill and key.
Media Pool Clip Capacity: 4 x up to Ultra HD / 2 x in 8K with fill and key.
Media Player Clip Length in 720 HD: 3200 frames.
Media Player Clip Length in 1080 HD: 1600 frames.
Media Player Clip Length in Ultra HD: 400 frames.
Media Player Clip Length in 8K: 100 frames.
Media Pool Still Image Format: PNG, TGA, BMP, GIF, JPEG and TIFF.
Media Pool Video File Format: TGA Sequence.
Media Pool Audio File Format: WAV, MP3 and AIFF.

Display
Interface: Minimum monitor resolution of 1366 x 768.
Front panel: Built in HD LCD monitor for video, 42 LED buttons for setup and emergency switching, 8 source buttons, 4 transition buttons, 6 talkback selection and mix buttons, menu control knob and set button, front panel lock button.

Processing
Processing Delay: < 7 lines in up to Ultra HD / in 10 lines in 8K
Audio Mixer:
156 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.
Down Conversion
None

Software
Control Panel Included: ATEM Software Control Panel included free for Mac 10.13 High Sierra, Mac 10.14 Mojave or later and Windows 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit.
Software Updates: Using USB 2.0 connection directly connected to Mac OS or Windows computers. Includes ATEM Setup Utility.
Configuration: Set via ATEM Software Control Panel, excluding ATEM chassis IP address which is set via the ATEM Setup Utility connected via USB to chassis.

Power Requirements
Power Supply: 2 x Internal 100 - 240 AC.
Power Usage: 300W

Physical Installation
Physical Installation: 2 Rack Unit Size.

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 Constellation 8K
Welcome wallet with QR code for software download

Warranty: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty.