SEETEC ATEM156 15.6 Inch Live Streaming Broadcast Director Monitor

1. Wprowadzenie

The SEETEC ATEM156 is a professional 15.6-inch IPS LCD monitor designed for live streaming, broadcast, and studio television production. It features multiple HDMI inputs and outputs, allowing for multi-view monitoring and seamless integration with video switchers like the ATEM Mini series. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your ATEM156 monitor to ensure optimal performance.

2. Główne cechy

• 4 x 4K HDMI Input and Output: Enables multi-view monitoring, ideal for use with switchers like ATEM Mini. Preview and switch screens during live broadcasts.
• Sharper and More Detailed Image: Equipped with a 15.6-inch IPS LCD panel with 1920x1080 resolution, 800:1 contrast ratio, and 250cd/m² LED backlight. Offers a wide 170° viewing angle for accurate video reproduction.
• Professional Monitoring Functions: Includes Peaking Focus Assist, False Color, Pixel to Pixel, Anamorphic (x1.33, x1.5, x1.8, x2.0), Display Rotate (0°, 90°, 180°, 270°, H Mirror, V Mirror), Check Field (Red, Green, Blue, Mono), Image Freeze, Center Marker, Zoom, and Safety Marker (80%, 85%, 90%, 93%, 96%, 4:3, 2.39:1, 2.35:1, 1.85:1). Line Color (Red, Green, Blue, White) is also available.
• Łatwa obsługa przycisków: Features a simple control panel with customizable shortcut keys (F1-F4) for quick access to functions.
• Elastyczny zasilacz: Supports 12V DC power input and V-mount battery plate for versatile power options in various environments.
• Konstrukcja oszczędzająca miejsce: Three mounting points on the U-shaped bracket allow for hanging from rigs or mounting on camera support without taking up excessive space.

3. Zawartość opakowania

Sprawdź, czy w przesyłce znajdują się wszystkie elementy:

• 1 × ATEM156 Monitor
• 1 × Mini/Micro HDMI to HDMI Cable
• 1 × V-mount Battery Plate
• 1 × zasilacz 3 A
• 1 × U-shaped Bracket
• 1 × Operation Manual (this document)

Note: Battery not included.

Figure 3.1: Included accessories with the SEETEC ATEM156 monitor.

4. Przewodnik konfiguracji

4.1. Physical Setup and Mounting

The ATEM156 monitor comes with a U-shaped bracket for versatile mounting. You can attach it to various camera supports or rigs using the three mounting points on the bracket. Ensure the monitor is securely fastened before connecting cables.

Rysunek 4.1: Tył view of the monitor with V-mount battery plate and power input.

4.2. Włączanie monitora

The monitor offers two primary power options:

• Zasilacz prądu stałego 12 V: Connect the included 3A power adapter to the DC 12V input port on the rear of the monitor. Plug the adapter into a standard power outlet.
• Akumulator V-mount: Attach a compatible V-mount battery to the V-mount battery plate on the rear of the monitor. This provides portable power for on-location use.

4.3. Połączenia HDMI

The ATEM156 features four HDMI input and four HDMI output ports, allowing for extensive connectivity with cameras, video switchers, and other production equipment.

1. Connect your video sources (e.g., cameras) to the HDMI IN ports (1-4) using HDMI cables.
2. Połącz Wyjście HDMI ports (1-4) to your video switcher (e.g., ATEM Mini Pro) or other display devices.

Figure 4.2: HDMI connection diagram for multi-camera setup.

Rysunek 4.3: Example of a multi-camera setup with the ATEM156 monitor.

5. Tryby pracy

The ATEM156 monitor supports various display modes to suit your monitoring needs:

• Quad Split Display: View up to four HDMI inputs simultaneously on a single screen. This is ideal for multi-camera productions.
• Pojedynczy View: Focus on a single HDMI input in full screen.
• Podwójny View (LR, TB, PIP): Display two inputs side-by-side (Left-Right), top-bottom (Top-Bottom), or Picture-in-Picture (PIP).

Use the control panel buttons (HDMI 1-4, MENU, <, >, EXIT, F1-F4) to navigate and select your desired display mode and functions.

Figure 5.1: Quad Split Display in action.

Figure 5.2: Easy Button Operation on the control panel.

6. Advanced Monitoring Functions

The ATEM156 includes several professional functions to assist with accurate exposure and focus:

• Asystent ostrości szczytowej: Highlights in-focus areas with a selectable color (e.g., red, green, blue).
• Fałszywy kolor: Displays exposure levels using a spectrum of colors, helping to identify over-exposed or under-exposed areas.
• Piksel do piksela: Displays the image at its native resolution without scaling, allowing for precise focus checking.
• anamorficzny: Supports various anamorphic de-squeeze ratios (x1.33, x1.5, x1.8, x2.0) for proper viewing of anamorphic footage.
• Display Rotate: Adjust the screen orientation (0°, 90°, 180°, 270°, Horizontal Mirror, Vertical Mirror).
• Pole wyboru: Displays only Red, Green, Blue, or Mono channels for color calibration and analysis.
• Zatrzymanie obrazu: Pauses the current video frame for detailed analysis.
• Center Marker & Safety Marker: Provides on-screen guides for framing and safe areas (e.g., 80%, 85%, 90%, 93%, 96%, 4:3, 2.39:1, 2.35:1, 1.85:1).
• Brzęczenie: Magnify a portion of the screen for closer inspection.

Figure 6.1: Visual representation of advanced features.

7. Specyfikacje

8. Rozwiązywanie Problemów

8.1. No HDMI Output

If the monitor's HDMI output is not functioning, please check if the input signal contains HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). If the signal is HDCP-encrypted, you may need to use an HDMI splitter designed to strip the HDCP signal before feeding it into the monitor.

8.2. Problemy z zasilaniem

If the monitor is not powering on or experiences intermittent power, ensure the 12V DC power adapter is securely connected and functioning correctly. If using a V-mount battery, verify it is properly attached and sufficiently charged.

9. Gwarancja i wsparcie

For detailed warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official SEETEC website or contact their customer service. A comprehensive User Manual (PDF) is also available for download from the product's Amazon page for further reference.

You can find the User Manual PDF here: SEETEC ATEM156 User Manual (PDF)