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AtomX CAST turns your Ninja into a highly portable, all-powerful, multi-camera streaming tool.
Broadcast features. For everyone.
AtomX Cast is an accessory that fits onto the back of a Ninja and turns it into a fully functional stand-alone switcher, multiview monitor and broadcast quality recorder. Furthermore, it doesn’t require a computer to function. Using the Ninja’s high quality 5-inch HDR touchscreen monitor, it adds 4 x HDMI inputs and physical buttons, to make the ultimate portable live switching and streaming solution. AtomX Cast works with Ninja, Ninja Ultra, Ninja V and Ninja V+.
Switch. Stream. Simple.
The flexible control options of a Ninja fitted with AtomX Cast allow you to use either the touchscreen or the physical buttons to switch between HDMI sources to select the output for your webcast. The illuminated buttons for each input and colored LED lighting for Program and Preview status further simplifies operation and allows you to easily switch and livestream, even in dimly lit environments.
Connect any HD video source
Connect mirrorless or DSLR cameras, video cameras, computers, consoles or even pre-recorded content via HDMI. There’s no need to worry about synchronization, as you can mix and match frame rates up to 60p.
Integrate Seamlessly
With the Ninja docked, the AtomX Cast connects via USB-C to your computer and appears as a high-quality webcam. Because it’s plug and play it will work immediately with all your video applications like Zoom, Teams and Skype without the need to install drivers on the computer first. Add up to 4 camera inputs to bring your presentation or meeting to the next level.
Multiview display
Having an integrated monitor allows you to see the video feeds as a multiview display, without having to connect an additional monitor. With the Ninja docked into the AtomX Cast, you can utilize its high quality 5-inch touchscreen for setup as well as use all the great Atomos monitor-assist tools for exposure, focus and image analysis to really nail your shots.'
Essential features. At your fingertips.
Having an integrated monitor allows you to see the incoming signals as a multiview display, without having to connect an additional monitor. With the Ninja docked into the AtomX Cast, you can utilize its high quality 5-inch touchscreen for setup and monitoring.
Picture-in-Picture
Display two video streams simultaneously using an inset window
Lower Thirds
Graphic overlay placed in the title-safe lower area of the screen
Quad to Single View
Switch between viewing the Program output and the four independent HD inputs
LUT On/Off
Apply a LUT to create a sophisticated cinematic look
Frame Guides
Frame shots with confidence, for social media or cinematic productions
Your brand, video and reach.Enhanced.
Sophisticated features like logos, mast head graphics and lower third titles will make your productions look incredible, and the dedicated controls for these functions make them easy to use. Add custom graphics for branding your content, with support for transparency, sponsors’ logos and other on-screen information to your production and configure the layout on the Ninja touchscreen.
Two inputs. One moment.
One of the benefits of using Ninja and AtomX Cast in a multi-camera setup is that you can use the Picture-in-Picture function to display two inputs at the same time. Any of the four HDMI inputs can be used for a Picture-in-Picture effect over the Program output with controls for size and location of the overlaid image. You can display a close-up of a product on your desk and add your face as a Picture-in-Picture at the same time while you talk about the product.
Versatile. Configurable. Adaptable.
As AtomX Cast is so compact and versatile, you can just as easily work alone or with a team. Solo operators can transport the equipment in a small backpack and then use it discreetly with compact mirrorless cameras for productions of any size. For larger setups, the Ninja HDMI output can be used as a secondary output that can be set up as a duplicate Program out, to preview monitoring for the crew or talent, or to connect to a larger multiview display.
Versatile I/O allows for Program, Preview and more
- 4 x HDMI In
- USB-C Out
- 2 x HDMI Out
- Multiview
Dedicated external video processor
AtomX Cast connected to a Ninja takes the load off your computer by processing video externally, reducing the risk of broadcast interruption due to software crashes or system overload. Simply add the Ninja/AtomX Cast combo as a media source in OBS, X-Split and vMix to make use of the software application’s additional graphics and scene configuration while using the AtomX Cast for video input switching.
Stand out from the crowd
Using a Ninja and AtomX Cast with any camera that has a clean HDMI output, with your choice of lens, allows you to bring professional production values to any online video stream or meeting. Adding a cinematic look can boost the image and impact of your message, and put your productions head and shoulders above the average webcam event. Using the Ninja to check your light, camera angles and sound, will all help you to make professional quality video productions. Many older HD camcorder or photo cameras can output great looking video via its HDMI port, bringing new life to camera equipment you may already own.
Broadcast Quality
With professional 10-bit 4:2:2 inputs, you get broadcast quality switching and the ability to record in broadcast quality codecs like Apple ProRes or Avid DNx. AtomX Cast can deliver to a worldwide audience by sending a stream to your favourite streaming host, output a broadcast quality video signal to a local display, digital signage or video wall, and record with high quality edit-ready video codecs.
Record events and livestreams
- 1080p60
- ProRes / Avid DNx
- 1080p30
- SSD / SSDmini
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions (W x H x D mm): 129 x 49 x 160 (with out Ninja)
- Weight: 485g / 1.06lbs
- Mount points: Anti rotational 1/4" 20 / 3/8 on base of unit
Construction & Control
- Body: ABS plastic with locking arm for Ninja
- Cooling: Passive
- Tally light: Record tally Via Ninja, Program and Preview illumantaion on CAST buttons
- Control Buttons: 4 x Switching, 4 x Function
- AtomXpansion slot: To connect to Ninja (no moduell pass through)
Power
- Input voltage: 6.2V to 16.8V
- DC in connector: Lock DC connector from Ninja DC power supply
- Battery: Via optional Atomos DC to DTAP cable
Display - Via Ninja
- Touchscreen: Via Ninja SuperAtom IPS panel (capacitive touch)
- Size: 5.2"
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080
- Brightness (cdm2 / Nits): 1000
- Aspect ratio: 16:09
- Color Gamut: Rec.709
Video Input
- HDMI: 4 x HDMI 1.4b up to 1080p60
- Bit Depth: 10bit
- Video Chroma Subsampling: 4 2 2
- HDCP copy protection: No
Video Output
- HDMI: CAST - HDMI 1.4b up to 1080p60 - Program ONLY
- HDMI Loup out: Ninja - Multi functions out - Program, Preview, Multiview
- Multiview: Yes, via Ninja
- OS overlays: Optional via Ninja HDMI out
- Video Chroma Subsampling: 4 2 2
- Bit Depth: 10bit
Web Streaming
- USB UVC: USB-C up to 1080p30
Audio In/Out
- Audio Quality: 24/48kHz
- Audio Codec: PCM
- HDMI: 2ch 24Bit, input dependent per input
- Analogue Audio in: 3.5mm via Ninja
- Analogue Audio Out:3.5mm via Ninja
- Headphone out: 3.5mm via Ninja
Timecode / Sync
- Embedded: HDMI
Resolution & Frame Rates
- Supported base resolution & FPS
FHD 1920 x 1080 Progressive: 23.98/24/25/29.9/30/50/59.94/60
FHD 1920 x 1080 PsF: No
FHD 1920 x 1080 Interlaced: 50/59.94/60
1280 x 720p: No
SD PAL / NTSC: No
Program Recording CODEC via Ninja
- Apple ProRes: LT, 422, 422HQ
- Avid DNxHD: DNxHD 220x,220,145,36 (Free activation key via visit my.Atomos.com)
Playback via Ninja
- Apple ProRes: Yes, with Linear PCM audio
- Avid DNx: Yes, with Linear PCM audio
Recording functions
- Switched Program Record: Yes via Ninja
Multi Input / Switching
- Multiple HDMI input: up to 4 x HDMI up to 1080p60
- Multiview Display: Quad input display on Ninja Display
- Multiview Ouput: Via Ninja HDMI out - Set to Program, Preview or Multiview
- Picture in Picture (PIP): Any input over Any input, 4 postions in small or large size PIP
- Graphic overlays: Selelect lay out for Stored Graphics in Ninja and save configured scene presets
- Media pool storage: Upload and Store Graphics in Ninja
- Input transitions: Fade from/to Black / White
- Input Processing: Interlaced to Progressive
- Input Frame rate processing: Yes
Supported media
- Master Caddy II: Yes
- SSDmini: Yes, requires the included AtomX SSD mini handle adaptor
- File System: ExFat
Onboard Signal Processing
- Pulldown removal: Interlaced to Progressive on Input and USB stream
Compatible with
- List product: Requires Ninja, Ninja Ultra, Ninja V, Ninja V+
Warranty
- Standard: 1 Year
Box Contents:
- 1 x AtomX CAST
- 1 x USB-C Cable
- 1 x SSDmini Handle Adapter
Optional Extras:
- USB-C Docking Station
- D-Tap to DC Barrel Cable