Blackmagic Ultimatte 12 HD Mini Manual

The Ultimatte 12 HD Mini is a top-notch real-time keyer, designed to generate next-gen virtual sets using consumer cameras. Its HDMI connections are ideal for Blackmagic Studio Cameras, Pocket Cinema Cameras, and ATEM Mini switchers. It boasts a massive 6GB frame store for fixed camera virtual sets from pre-rendered still frames, and utilizes broadcast-quality algorithms and color science for photo-realistic composites.

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Table of Contents

  • Introducing Ultimatte
  • What is a Matte?
    • Types of Mattes
      • Background Matte
      • Matte
      • Garbage Matte
      • Holdout Matte
      • Layer Matte
  • Getting Started
    • Plugging in Power
    • Setting the Language
    • Connecting your Camera Foreground
    • Connecting to a Switcher
    • Monitoring
    • Setting the Auto Composite
    • Monitor Cascade
  • Connectors
    • Supported Video Formats
  • Using the Front Control Panel
    • LCD Display
    • Quick Preset Buttons
    • Menu
    • Lock
  • LCD Menu Settings
    • Setup Settings
      • Name
      • Language
      • Software
      • Front Panel
      • Default Standard
    • Network Settings
      • Protocol
      • DHCP
    • Matte Status
      • Screen Reference Color
      • Auto Key
    • Input Status
    • Reset
  • Controlling Ultimatte
  • Ultimatte Software Control
    • Installing Ultimatte Software
      • Windows Installation
      • Mac Installation
    • Connecting your Computer
      • Connecting Directly
      • Connecting via a Network
    • Assigning a Unit Number
    • Selecting the Ultimatte Main Unit
  • Ultimatte Software Control Layout
    • Main Menu Buttons
    • Information, File Control and Auto Key
    • Groups
    • Functions
    • Status Bar
    • Monitor Out
    • Setting Controls
  • Using the Media Pool
    • Supported File Formats for Stills
    • Stills Background and Layer Options
  • Ultimatte Compositing Workflow
  • Quick Guide to Building a Composite
    • Setting the Foreground Backing Color
    • Setting Screen Correction
    • Setting the Matte Density
    • Perfecting your Composite
  • Advanced Ultimatte Controls
    • Adjusting Matte Controls
      • Matte Density
      • Black Gloss
      • Red, Green and Blue Density
      • Matte Reset
      • Clean Up Settings
      • Veil Settings
      • Shadow Level and Shadow Threshold
      • Matte Process/Screen Correction
      • Matte Correct Horizontal Size
      • Matte Correct Vertical Size
      • Screen Sample
      • Filter
      • Matte Reset
      • Matte Button
      • Cursor Position Last
      • Auto Screen Sample
    • Adjusting Foreground Flare Controls
      • Flare 1 Settings
      • Flare 2 Settings
      • Flare Reset
      • Advanced Flare
    • Adjusting Foreground Ambiance Controls
      • Ambiance 1 Settings
      • Ambiance 2 Settings
    • Adjusting Brightness, Color, Contrast and Saturation
      • White Level Master
      • Black Level Master
      • Contrast Master
      • Saturation Master
      • Advanced Contrast Crossover Master
      • Fade Control
      • Color Correcting Black and White Levels
      • Adjusting Color Contrast and Saturation
      • Color Reset
      • Source Freeze Button
    • Additional Background Settings
      • Background Filter
      • Background Gradient
      • Test Signal
      • Background Switch
    • Additional Layer Settings
      • Test Signal
      • Lighting
      • Lighting Control Knobs
      • Layer Input
      • Layer Input Realistic/Linear/Additive
      • Layer Switch
    • Matte Input Settings
      • Background Matte
      • Garbage Matte
      • Holdout Matte
      • Layer Matte
      • Window
      • Window Skew
      • Transition Rate
      • Setting the Layer Order
  • Settings
    • System
      • Video Format
      • 3G SDI Outputs
      • HD/UHD Color Space
    • Media
    • Inputs
      • Frame Delay Foreground Input
      • Foreground Input U Position
      • Foreground Input V Position
      • Foreground Input UV Position
    • Outputs
      • Talent Highlight Level
      • Matte Out Level
      • Monitor to Program
      • Fill Linear Mix Correct
      • Talent Mirror
      • Monitor to Talent
      • Output Range
      • Matte Out Invert
      • Output Offset
    • Monitor Cascade
    • On Air Settings
      • On Air
      • On Air Lock
    • GPI and Tally Settings
      • GPIO MENU
      • GPI OUT Delay Frames
      • GPI Functions Buttons
      • GPI Setup Menu
      • Setting Up a GPI Event List
      • GPIO Pinout
    • Monitor Out Settings
      • Monitor Highlight Level Control
      • Monitor Setting Buttons
      • Custom Monitor Output Menu
  • Presets
    • Saving and Managing Presets
    • Assigning presets
    • Importing and Exporting Presets
  • Archives
    • Creating an Archive
    • Restoring an Archive
  • Customizing the Menus
  • Camera Control via Ultimatte 12 HD Mini
    • Connecting via HDMI
    • Connecting via SDI
  • Connecting to a Network
    • Setting the IP Address
    • Setting the IP Address for your Smart Remote 4
    • Assigning Unit Numbers
  • Blackmagic Ultimatte Setup
      • Setup Page
      • Network
      • Reset
    • Updating the Internal Software
  • Using Smart Remote 4
    • Connecting Power
    • Connecting to Ultimatte
    • Turning on Smart Remote 4
  • Updating your Smart Remote 4
    • Uninstalling Software
    • Installing Ultimatte Smart Remote Setup
    • Connecting a USB Keyboard and Mouse
  • Rack Installation
    • Installing Front Rack Ears
    • Installing Rear Rack Ears
    • Installing Chassis Bumpers
  • Rack Mounting
  • Developer Information
    • Controlling Ultimatte using Telnet
    • Blackmagic Ultimatte 12 Ethernet Protocol
  • Help
    • Getting Help
      • Blackmagic Design online support pages
      • Contacting Blackmagic Design support
      • Checking the version currently installed
      • How to get the latest updates
  • Regulatory Notices and Safety Information
    • Regulatory Notices
    • Safety Information
    • Warnings for Authorized Service Personnel
  • Warranty
    • 12 Month Limited Warranty