Blackmagic Design ATEM Monitoring Rack Panel 40

Overview

The Blackmagic Design ATEM Monitoring Rack Panel 40 is a dedicated SMPTE 2110 IP monitoring interface designed for broadcasters, engineers, and live production teams who need to view IP video streams on conventional SDI and HDMI displays. Housed in a 2 RU rackmount chassis styled to match the ATEM ecosystem, it functions as a practical monitoring converter, taking a redundant 10G SMPTE 2110 input and converting it to dual 12G-SDI outputs plus an HDMI monitor output. This makes it a strong fit for control rooms, technical racks, flypacks, and broadcast facilities that need a reliable bridge between IP video infrastructure and standard monitoring hardware.

Unlike a production switcher, the Monitoring Rack Panel 40 is purpose-built for source monitoring and operational control. It features a front LCD, 40 backlit front-panel buttons, a 1G Ethernet control connection for LAN and NMOS-based control, redundant IEC power inputs, and USB-C for setup utility access and software updates. The front panel also includes talkback controls and a 5-pin XLR headset connection, allowing it to support both monitoring and production communication workflows in a compact rackmount form.

Core Features

• The unit converts a redundant SMPTE 2110 IP video input to 12G-SDI and HDMI monitor outputs for practical monitoring on conventional displays.
• Dual 10G RJ45 inputs support SMPTE 2022-7 redundant delivery across separate IP networks for improved reliability in broadcast environments.
• The monitoring outputs include dual 12G-SDI connections for program, preview, and multiview monitoring, plus an HDMI 2.0 multiview output.
• A front-panel LCD and 40 backlit buttons provide quick access to monitoring and talkback functions in rack-based workflows.
• The integrated talkback connection uses a 5-pin XLR headset interface and dedicated front controls for production communication tasks.
• A 1G Ethernet control connector supports switcher and NMOS control, while USB-C allows setup and firmware updates.
• Redundant IEC C14 power inputs and a 2 RU design make it suitable for professional fixed-install and mobile broadcast systems.

Designed for IP Monitoring

The ATEM Monitoring Rack Panel 40 is built to make SMPTE 2110 monitoring more practical in real-world broadcast environments. By converting IP video streams to familiar SDI and HDMI monitor outputs, it allows engineering teams and operators to integrate conventional display hardware into modern IP-based systems with less complexity.

Reliable Redundant Connectivity

With dual 10G Ethernet inputs and support for SMPTE 2022-7, the unit is designed for resilient monitoring across redundant network paths. This helps maintain visibility of critical sources in technical and live production environments where uninterrupted monitoring is essential.

Practical Rackmount Workflow

The 2 RU chassis, front LCD, and expanded illuminated button layout give operators direct hardware access to monitoring and talkback functions. This makes the unit well suited to control rooms, machine rooms, and flypack systems where fast access and clear front-panel operation are important.

Talkback and Audio Integration

Beyond video monitoring, the unit supports talkback via its 5-pin XLR headset connection and front-panel controls. It also carries embedded audio, with 16-channel audio support on the SDI outputs and 8-channel audio on the HDMI output, allowing it to fit cleanly into broader monitoring and communications workflows.