NEWS
THIS IS THE ANDROID APP YOU’RE LOOKING FOR An update to the Android version of the Blackmagic Camera app adds support for recording timecode with clips for quick post-production synchronisation of video and audio. This also allows recordings from multiple cameras to be used in multicam edits with timecode syncs. The free update also adds anamorphic de-squeeze functionality and lens correction settings as well as support for off-speed and time-lapse recording. Users of Pixel 6, 7, 8 and 9 phones will now be able to record at higher frame rates, including 120fps and 240fps at 720p and 120fps at 1080p. The app now works on Xiaomi
CONSTELLATIONS’ STARRING ROLE A free update adds Visca over IP control for PTZ cameras on all Blackmagic Atem Switcher Constellation models, audio mapping on all Constellation HD models, plus customisable multiview borders. The update enables control of up to 100 PTZ cameras with the IP address of each camera. It added new multiview and Supersource features for the HD and 4K versions. It provides support for 30 and 60fps formats in HD, UHD and 8K for Atem Constellation 8K. These advances mean it can control the latest generation of PTZ cameras and camera heads, perfect for tracking people walking on stage or zooming in on speakers. On HD versions, audio mapping allows manual routing of audio channels from all SDI inputs to embedded audio channels in SDI video outputs, which enables use of a range of audio sources. There is also now Supersource border colour customisation on the Atem Constellation HD and 4K. Supersource is available on 2 M/E, 4 M/E and 8K models, giving customers four extra DVE layers and a background layer that all appear to the switcher as an additional input source.
13T, Samsung Flip 5 or 6 and Fold 5 or 6 phones. The iPhone version also works on all the latest models.
NO ANDROID VOID The popular Blackmagic app is now upgraded for non-Apple phone users
KEEP AN EYE ON THE PYXIS
In keeping with the affordability of the Blackmagic Pyxis cinema camera, the company now offers a bright five-inch HDR touchscreen, with camera control and multiple mounting points, for just £323/$295. Its remote or on-camera mounting options make it ideal for additional monitoring and control, perfect for use when rigging
or accessories block the Pyxis’ internal display. Multiple mounting points make it easy to attach it directly to the camera as a large viewfinder or to a rig for easier focusing and framing. The 1500-nit high-brightness screen works well even in strong sunlight. It comes with a removable sunshade that can fold up to protect the monitor. The machined metal design of the Pyxis Monitor is strong, for daily professional use, and matches the industrial design of the Pyxis and Ursa Cine cameras.
When recording, the monitor has a bright tally light. Three buttons on the unit are used to access zebra, focus assist and false colour and they can be customised to other functions. The unit connects to the camera using a single USB-C cable to provide the video signal with power and camera control. This cable has locking screws at both ends for safety. The screen allows access to metadata settings and for entering
digital slate info or loading custom 3D LUTs onto the camera. It works with any 1/4in-20 mounts and supports industry-standard 1/4in- 20 locating pins. In addition to standard mounting options, the monitor is made available with accompanying precision mounts designed to be used on Blackmagic’s Pyxis and Ursa Cine cameras. blackmagicdesign.com
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