key source if you wish. To learn more about keying, refer to the 'keying using ATEM Mini'
section of this manual.
Audio Mixer
The audio tab in ATEM Software Control contains a powerful audio mixer interface which
becomes active when controlling your ATEM switcher.
ATEM Mini includes a built in audio mixer that lets you use the embedded HDMI audio from your
cameras, media servers and other inputs without the need for an external audio mixer. This is
perfect when using your ATEM Mini on location or in small spaces within modern OB vehicles as
you don't have to find room for an external audio mixer. The audio is mixed in the audio tab of
ATEM Software Control and output via the USB webcam output. You can also route the program
output via HDMI if you want to record your broadcast.
Your ATEM Mini also features built in mic inputs for mixing external audio.
If you prefer to use an external audio mixer, it's easy to disable the audio for all inputs and you
only need to leave the external audio active in the audio mixer interface. More information on
how to use the audio mixer is included in the next sections.
Using the Software Control Panel
The switcher window is the main control interface for the switcher. During live production,
the switcher window can be used to select sources and take them to air.
You can select the transition style, manage upstream/downstream keyers and turn on/off the
fade to black. The palettes on the right hand side of the interface are where you adjust
transition settings including transition rates, adjust color generators, control the media player,
and adjust the upstream and downstream keyer as well as control fade to black rate.
Using ATEM Software Control
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