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Atomos AtomX CAST for Ninja V/Ninja V+

Convert your Ninja V or Ninja V+ 5″ monitor into a full multi-camera broadcast studio switcher with the AtomX CAST from Atomos. The AtomX CAST takes its name from “broadcast”, and it allows you to switch up to four HDMI video sources and output it to a variety of destinations such as an external monitor, a recorder, a separate switcher, or to a live streaming computer. Applications include corporate, house of worship, event, family, or studio production environments.

The CAST is specially designed to mount onto the back of the Ninja V/V+ monitor, and it provides four HDMI inputs that support a mix of different resolutions up to 1080p60. The touchscreen monitor can view a single image, Picture-in-Picture, or 4-Up modes, and you can also add logos and graphic overlays. It can send Program, Preview, Picture-in-Picture, and 4-Up displays to the HDMI output. You can select the source for monitor/output using the four source buttons, and you can also select the source using the monitor touchscreen. There are also four programmable function buttons to perform specific shortcuts.

The monitor allows you to preview your broadcast while simultaneously outputting to a recorder, a monitor, a projector, or when using the optional AtomX Connect for live streaming using a computer. It also supports recording output to ProRes and Avid DNx formats. It is compatible with most streaming platforms such as Skype, Zoom, Teams, and more using UVC with the included USB Type-C cable. The CAST is powered using the power adapter included with your Ninja V/V+, and it passes the power on to the monitor through the battery mount.

SKU: ATOM-XCST01 GTIN: 814164022422 Category: Tag:
Description

Features

Compatibility

Docking station that mounts onto back of Atomos Ninja V or Ninja V+ monitor

4-Input Switcher

Switches up to four HDMI inputs to one HDMI output

Mixed Feed Use

Switch progressive and/or interlaced video sources of mixed resolutions and frame rates up to 1080p60

Overlays & Graphics

Overlay logos, lower thirds, graphics

Atomos Connect Streaming

Can be used with the Atomos Connect module for live streaming with UVC

Multiviewing

View single image, Picture-in-Picture, or 4-Up display on Ninja V monitor

HDMI Output

Can output mirror, Preview, Program, Picture-in-Picture, or 4-Up via HDMI

Stream, Record & Monitor

Simultaneously record, stream, and monitor

Buttons & Touchscreen

Source select buttons or can use the monitor’s touchscreen to select source

Applications

  • Live streaming
  • Simultaneously recording live events
  • Multicamera productions
  • Corporate events and meetings
  • Music, awards, and performance events
  • Weddings and family events

Technical Specifications

Dimensions (W x H x D mm)129 mm x 70 mm x 160 mm
Weight845g / 1.86lbs
Mount pointsAnti rotational 1/4” 20 / 3/8 on base of unit
Environmental
Ambient operating temperatureUp to 40° C
Construction and Control
BodyAtomX CAST: ABS plastic with locking arm. Ninja V: Aluminium alloy chassis with ABS Polycarbonate back plate.
CoolingActive
Tally lightRecord tally via Ninja V. Program and Preview illumination on CAST buttons
Control Buttons4 x Switching, 4 x Function
Multi-function buttonPower / lock Screen
AtomXpansion slotYes, on AtomX CAST to connect to Ninja V (no module stacking or pass through)
Master control unit (MCU)No
Power
Input voltage6.2V to 16.8V
Compatible batteriesD-tap batteries via optional Atomos DC to D-Tap cable
Continuous powerVia DC connector
DC in connectorLocking DC connector from Ninja V DC power supply
DtapVia optional Atomos DC to D-Tap cable
Display
TouchscreenNINJA V – SuperAtom IPS panel (capacitive touch)
Size5.2″
Resolution1920 x 1080
PPI427
Bit depth10-bit (8+2 FRC)
Backlight TypeEdge lit
Brightness (cdm2 / nits)1000
Aspect ratio16:9
De-interlace modeInterlaced to Progressive
Color GamutRec.709
Calibration supportAtomos Calibrator with Calibrite ColorChecker Display Pro / ColorChecker Display Plus
Color Pipeline
GammaNINJA V – Sony SLog / SLog2 / SLog3, Canon CLog / CLog2 / Clog3,Arri Log CEI160 / LogCEI200 / LogCEI250 / LogCEI320/ LogCEI400 / LogCEI500 / LogCEI640 / LogCEI800 /LogCEI1000 / LogCEI1280 / LogCEI1600, Panasonic Vlog,JVC JLog1, Red LogFilm / Log3G10 / Log3G12, FujiFilmFlog, PQ (HDR10), HLG, Nikon N-Log, Olympus OM Log, Lecia L Log
GamutNINJA V – BT2020, DCI P3, DCI p3 65, Sony SGamut / SGamut3 / SGamut3.cine / Canon Cinema / DCI P3 / DCI P3+ / BT2020, Panasonic V Gamut, Arri Alexa Wide Gamut, Rec709, JVC LS300, Red DragonColor / DragonColor2 / RedColor2 /RedColor3 / RedColor4 / RedWideGamut
3D LUT DisplayNINJA V – .Cube Format. CAST – Not currently available during CAST operation
3D LUT Down StreamNINJA V – Loop Out. CAST – Not currently available during CAST operation
3DLUT 50/50NINJA V – Yes. CAST – Not currently available during CAST operation
Monitoring ModesNINJA V – Native / HLG / PQ / 3D LUT
HDR output ConversionNINJA V – Log / HDR to HLG / PQ / Dolby Vision
Video Input
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.0 up to 4kp60 (Ninja V Stand alone use)
HDMI RAWApples ProRes RAW up to 6K (Ninja V Stand alone use)
SDIOptional via AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Stand alone use)
SDI RAWOptional with AtomX SDI + SDI RAW activation (Ninja V Stand alone use)
Bit Depth10-bit
Video Chroma Subsampling4 2 2
Metadata
HDMIRAW – white balance, Exposure index, Shutter speed/angle, Iris F stop, ISO, Gamma, gamut (Ninja V Stand alone use)
SDIFile name from Arri, RED (Ninja V Stand alone use)
Video Output
HDMICAST – HDMI 1.4b up to 1080p60 – Program ONLY. NINJA V – Multi function out – Program, Preview or Multiview
SDI loop outOptional Via AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Standalone use only)
SDI Play outOptional Via AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Standalone use only)
MultiviewYes, via Ninja V
Video Chroma Subsampling4 2 2
Bit Depth10-bit
Web Streaming
USB UVCUSB-C up to 1080p30
Video Signal Conversion
HDMI to SDIOptional Via AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Stand alone use)
SDI to HDMIOptional Via AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Stand alone use)
Audio In/Out
Audio Quality24/48kHz
Audio CodecPCM
HDMI2ch 24-bit, input dependent per input
SDI12ch 24Bit, input dependent (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Analogue Audio in3.5mm via Ninja V
Headphone out3.5mm via Ninja V
Timecode / Sync
EmbeddedHDMI
LTCVia 3.5mm audio Jack input – requires post processing (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Wireless SYNCVia Optional AtomX SYNC Module (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Resolution and Frame Rates (Record, Monitor & Playback)
4k DCI23.98/24/25/29.9/30/50/59.94/60p (Ninja V Standalone use only)
4k UHD23.98/24/25/29.9/30/50/59.94/60p (Ninja V Standalone use only)
2K DCI 2046 x 1080Optional via AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Anamorphic3.5k: RAW up to 60p from supported cameras (Ninja V Standalone use only)
FHD 1920 x 1080 Progressive23.98/24/25/29.9/30/50/59.94/60
FHD 1920 x 1080 PsFNo
FHD 1920 x 1080 Interlaced50/59.94/60
1280 x 720pNo
SD PAL / NTSCNo
Recording CODEC
Apple ProResLT, 422, 422HQ
Avid DNxHDDNxHD 220x,220,145,36
Playback
Apple ProResYes, with Linear PCM audio
Avid DNxYes, with Linear PCM audio
Recording functions
Pre-roll recordYes (HD 8s, 4K 2s) – Not available in RAW (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Switched Program RecordClean or CAST program record to Ninja V
TimelapseYes (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Multi Input / Switching
SDI A/B togglevia optional AtomX SDI module (Ninja V Standalone use only)
Multiple HDMI inputUp to 4 x HDMI up to 1080p60 (CAST)
Multiview DisplayQuad input display on Ninja V Display
Multiview OuputVia Ninja V HDMI out – Set to Program, Preview or Multiview
Picture in Picture (PIP)Any input over Any input, 4 positions in small or large size PIP
Graphic overlaysSelect layout for Stored Graphics in Ninja V and save configured scene presets
Media pool storageUpload and Store Graphics in Ninja V
Input transitionsFade in / out and Dip to – White / Black
Supported media
SSDminiYes. The included AtomX SSD mini handle adaptor is recommended
File SystemExFat
On screen tools
WaveformYes, 3 size / position
RGB paradeYes, 3 size / position
Vector scopeYes, 2 size / position
2 x ZoomYes
Focus peakingColor selected / threshold setting / color / mono / edges only
False colourYes, with scale
ZebraYes, adjustable
Isolate color channelBlue Only
Cine Frame Guides2.4:1, 2.35:1, 1.9:1, 1.85:1, 4:3
Social Frame guides9:16, 1:1, 1.91:1, 4:5
Safe areasAction and Graphic
Grid markers9 grid
Anamorphic desqueeze1.25x 1.33x , 1.5x ,1.8x ,2x
Display FlipVertical Only
Onboard Signal Processing
Pulldown RemovalInterlaced to Progressive
Remote control
HDMIAuto HDMI Trigger, Supported Protocols – Canon, Sony, Atomos Open Standard (Ninja V Standalone use only)
SDISDI trigger camera selectable (Ninja V Standalone use only)
USBVia cast software over USB
External Device Control
Serial 2.5mm JackNot supported
Supported Applications
Video CodecsZoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, YouTube, Facebook Live, OBS, Twitch
What’s in the box
Accessories includedNinja V, AtomX CAST, International Power supply, USB-C cable, SSDmini Handle Adaptor, MasterCaddy II, Travel case & sleeve
Optional extrasATOMDTPCB2 – D-Tap to DC cable, ATOMDCK004 – USB-C 3.1 Docking Station, ATOMDCK003 USB-A 3.0 Docking Station
Warranty
Standard1 year. Extended to 3 years on product registration
Target use / User
Target use / UserProfessional multicam productions, live streamed events with a single operator or small crew, houses of worship, corporate presentations, online meetings, remote learning, gamers, live music performance, vloggers,