x Program out as H.264 .mp4 file at the Streaming quality setting and at the ATEM video standard with AACaudio. Media Format Just wondering if you can enlighten me on something to do with the ATEM Mini Pro: When recording the output to a USB-C connected hard drive I would also like to control the ATEM software on my laptop. In your article you state: For those who take streaming seriously or want to ensure that they look their best while broadcasting, there’s a fair bit of equipment that’s involved. You’ll of course need a proper PC or laptop that’s capable of handling all of your video feeds, as well as a decent camera and lighting equipment for starters. x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 expansion port for external media to direct record a .mp4 H.264 with AAC audio at the ATEM video standard. Media Format SMPTE 259M, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 296M, SMPTE 424M‑B, SMPTE 425 Level A and Level B. SDI Video Sampling

Using USB or Ethernet connection directly connected to Mac OS X or Windows computers. Includes ATEM Switcher Utility. Configuration I won't go through what this device can do as the tech specs on the product listing should be sufficient there. HDMI input live production switcher with the ability to record to USB flash disks and direct live stream via Ethernet Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BaseT for live streaming, software control, software updates and direct or network panelconnection. Computer Interface The basic functionality on the board is more than sufficient to run even complicated Zoom calls/webinars (I teach university workshops online) and is also capable of handling on-the-fly editing when creating pre-recorded content.

x Program out as H.264 .mp4 file at the Streaming quality setting and at the ATEM video standard with AACaudio. Audio Recording When your ATEM Mini Pro’s USB-C output is connected to an external disk for recording and you want to keep using ATEM Software Control, the USB connection will be busy, so you will need to connect your ATEM Mini Pro to your computer via Ethernet. This is quite easy, as you can connect a network cable direct between your computer and the ATEM Mini. Ethernet supports 10/100/1000 BaseT. Ethernet used for direct connection between panel and chassis or via network. ATEM Mini Pro also supports direct USB-C connection. Ethernet or USB-C used for updating the software. Control Panel Compatibility

Only hdmi input1 is forgiving with a little weaker signal strength, the other inputs require high strength hdmi signal. (You need the best cables and I am taking no risk and am converting all longer then 5 meter distances to SDI connections with converters. (not tested yet) Using USB or Ethernet connection directly connected to Mac OS X or Windows computers. Includes ATEM SwitcherUtility. Configuration you will need to connect your ATEM Mini Pro to your computer via Ethernet. This is quite easy, as you can connect a network cable direct between your computer and the ATEM Mini. The ATEM Software Control will display a dialog box asking you to select what ATEM Mini you want to connect to, and it will look down the Ethernet connection to find ATEM Minis automatically. Simply select the ATEM Mini Pro and it will connect.” The multiview feature is a fantastic feature to have, and really makes you feel like you’re behind the controls of a professional TV setup. Recording directly to HDD and streaming without needing a computer are also two great features that are worth exploring.

All in all I can’t think of many reasons not to buy this if my main focus was on creating fast, efficient, high quality multi-camera productions on almost any level. However, do think carefully whether the original, cheaper ATEM Mini is capable of meeting your needs – as that may well have everything that most vloggers using just two cameras will actually need. True professional model adds total of 8HDMI inputs, 16way multiview, 4ATEM Advanced Chroma keyers, SuperSource with 4extra DVE's, 2HDMI outputs, 2USB ports and amore powerful controlpanel. Even though streaming is built in, you can also use the USB as a webcam output if the USB connection is free, so you can use a computer to live stream via video conferencing apps such as Skype and Zoom, and streaming apps such as OBS. x HDMI ISO inputs as H.264 .mp4 files at up to 70Mb/s quality at the ATEM video standard with AACaudio. The ATEM Mini Pro model supports direct streamingto YouTube, Facebook and Twitch which use the RTMP streaming protocol. The streaming engine is built in and is optimized for streaming compression so you get better first generation compression quality, smoother motion without dropped frames and the settings are much simpler. There is an XML file with additional settings that could be used to add other streaming services.