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What is the difference between upstream and downstream keys?

What is the difference between upstream and downstream keys?

Upstream Key (USK) A key applied in a mix/effects bus. This is upstream of the video and any downstream keys. It is used for elements that appear as “part of the shot,” such as virtual sets. See downstream key (DSK).

What does DVE stand for ATEM?

The ATEM Television Studio has a powerful built in Digital Video Effects processor or DVE.

Can you record with Atem mini?

ATEM Mini makes it easy to record music videos while also cultivating your band’s fanbase by streaming your live concerts to YouTube Live or Facebook. The built in Fairlight mixer with parametric EQ and dynamics processing on each track lets you mix and get perfect sound!

What do you mean by downstream?

1 : in the direction of or nearer to the mouth of a stream floating downstream located two miles downstream. 2 : in or toward the latter stages of a usually industrial process or the stages (such as marketing) after manufacture improving profits downstream downstream products.

What does Blackmagic ATEM stand for?

I checked with the ATEM product manager and ATEM is just a family name of switcher products. ATEM is based on the name of the Egyptian god, Atum.

What is Blackmagic LiveKey?

Blackmagic LiveKey is a component that comes bundled with DeckLink capture cards. These cards are utilized in the production of different kinds of video output, such as music videos, television commercials, feature films, documentaries, episodic shows, news and lifestyle segments, and others.

Can the Atem mini play video?

The Blackmagic ATEM Mini is an affordable, entry-level video switcher that allows you to toggle between four video cameras or sources. Use a laptop as one of your video sources and play the video from it into your video switcher via HDMI. Once the pre-roll video finishes, you can fade or cut to your live camera feed.

What’s the newest model of Atem television studio?

The new ATEM Television Studio 4K model now adds Ultra HD and 12G-SDI technology for HD and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60. With all models of ATEM Television Studio, you get broadcast quality switching, a massive set of creative tools and the portability you need to produce live programs from any location anywhere in the world!

What can you do with Atem studio switchers?

ATEM Television Studio switchers are the fastest and most affordable way to create incredible programs immediately from live events! They are perfect for broadcasters, professional sports, concerts, seminars, or even the new emerging generation of web broadcasters using platforms such as YouTube Live, Facebook Live and Twitch.tv.

How can I control my Atem television studio?

ATEM Television Studio can be used from the front panel, or you can control it using the included free ATEM Software Control for Mac or Windows. The ATEM Software Control gives you even more control and creative options!

How many inputs does Atem Television Studio Pro 4K have?

With 8 independent 12G-SDI inputs, ATEM Television Studio Pro 4K can handle all popular HD and Ultra HD formats up to 2160p60. Each input features re-sync as well as a full low latency standards converter so input is automatically adapted to the switcher’s format. That means you can even have 8 inputs, all running different video formats!