Echolab Atem 1 M/E HD-SDI Multiformat Production Switcher

Description

This is the first (original) version of the Atem 1 ME switcher from Echolab.
Blackmagic Design bought Echolab and now produce Atem under its own brand
It has many functions that are present only in the top Blackmagic Atem switchers or completely missing (SuperSource, Analog/SD-SDI/HD-SDI/PC/HDMI format up/down conversion on all input, etc.)
The sale includes:
Echolab 1 ME switcher
Echolab Control Panel
2 power cords (both the Switcher and the Panel have a reduant power supply inside)
Monitor and BNC cable NOT included
The switcher is in very good cosmetic condition and in excellent working condition.
Shows light signs of cosmetic wear such as minor scratch marks, scuffs, etc.
Fully tested before selling, all inputs and outputs work fine.
Free expedited shipping (Fedex to US, EMS or Fedex to other countries)
Echolab Atem 1 ME Standard Features
10 Multiformat inputs
Atem comes standard with 8 SDI inputs and 2 Analog/HDMI inputs. A scaler on every input allows the Atem to accept a mix of standard definition and high definition signals. Standard definition signals are up converted to high definition and high definition signals are cross converted to match the switcher’s operating format. Atem can input any analog, digital or computer signal. Analog signals can be Composite (CVBS), S-Video (Y/C), RGsB, or Component (YPbPr). Digital signals can be SD-SDI or HD-SDI. A wide range of computer resolutions are also supported via HDMI. (HDMI not HDCP compliant)
Internal frame synchronizers
Internal Frame Synchronizers allow wild feeds to be connected directly to the switcher. These “wild” feeds are input sources that are not timed or genlocked. Depending on the environment, they can be from live remotes, satellite feeds, distant cameras, BluRay players, DVD players, Computer outputs or last minute additions. Frame Synchronizers allow you to “lock” these inputs to the switcher. Frame synchronizers are standard on EVERY input of the Atem system.
6 Native Outputs
Atem has a total of 8 outputs, 6 in the switcher’s operating format and 2 multiformat outputs. The native outputs include 2 HD-SDI program outputs, 1 HD-SDI preview output and 3 HDSDI auxiliary output that is fully routable.
2 Multiformat outputs
Atem has a total of 8 outputs, 6 in the switcher’s operating format and 2 multiformat outputs. The multiformat outputs include 1 Analog/HDMI auxiliary output that is fully routable and can output standard definition (CVBS, Y/C, YPbPr) as well as any high definition format (YPbPr and HDMI). 1 Analog/Digital auxiliary output that is fully routable and can output standard definition (SD-SDI, CVBS, Y/C, YPbPr) as well as any high definition format (YPbPr, HD-SDI).
SuperSource Crosspoint
Atem includes Echolab’s unique and invaluable SuperSource™ with four picture-in-picture generators. Ideal for multi box compositions - SuperSource™ allows the operator to pre-build sophisticated compositions that can be taken to air simply by pressing the SuperSource™ crosspoint and does not require the use of M/E keyers. The SuperSource™ includes four of its own keyers leaving upstream and downstream keyers available for adding lower thirds, tickers and other elements.
4 M/E Keyers
The Atem includes 4 upstream or M/E keyers each includes a powerful Luma keyer, Pattern keyer, and Chroma keyer. The M/E keyers can also take advantage of the built in 2D DVE to create over the shoulder compositions.
2 Downstream Keyers
The Atem includes 2 downstream keyers which are accessible from a dedicated DSK block. A DSK “Tie/Preview” button enables you to configure the key, tie it to the transition block, then take it to air with the next transition. The can also be taken immediately to air using the cut and auto buttons in the DSK block.
32 Live Image Buffers
Atem includes 32 live image buffers, each with FILL + KEY, that can be used to load and play still images with alpha. For certain applications these image buffers eliminates the need for a dedicated still store.
2D DVE with 3D Borders and Drop Shadow
Atem includes an advanced 2D DVE as standard. The DVE is available in the upstream keyers and includes sophisticated 3D borders and drop shadows, it can also be used to animate or reposition keys on screen. In the transition block it provides compelling program transitions such as pushes, squeezes and moves.
Conductor Software
The optional Conductor software is a PC based application that can be used to manage and launch macros, load graphics into the switcher’s frame buffer or frame store, route auxiliary outputs, and control various 3rd party devices.
Clip Player with Audio
The optional clip player can be used for playing animated lower thirds with key channel, animated backgrounds or short clips such as show openers, show closings, and bumpers. The clip player is also integrated into the Atem Stinger™ transition. Integrated audio support allows you to add impact to your transitions and your overall production.
10 Channel Multiviewer
Atem makes monitoring your production simple and inexpensive. Atem features a dedicated connection that outputs a ten channel multiviewer. Simply connect the multiviewer output to an inexpensive HDMI or DVI display to monitor program, preview and up to eight sources.