Blackmagic Studio Camera User Manual Using the Front Panel

When using Blackmagic Studio Converter, any information you need to know is displayed on the unit itself via the built in LCD. Information displayed includes the image for the studio camera, return 1 or return 2, audio meters, Ethernet connection status, current power source, video format and timecode, plus on air status and camera name.

Camera and Return Buttons

When you select a source, its image is displayed on the LCD and the levels for embedded audio will be shown on the audio meters.

Speaker Button

Check the camera audio or any audio embedded in each return feed using the built in speaker or by plugging in headphones. To listen, press and hold the speaker button and rotate the settings dial to adjust the volume. A volume indicator will appear on the LCD home screen. Release the button to mute the speaker.

Double press the speaker button to keep the speaker enabled. Press again to disable.

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TIP If you are using multiple studio converters in a multi camera setup, the speaker button is a helpful way to quickly confirm the audio from each camera.

Call Button

Holding down the ‘call’ button will flash the tally light on the studio camera. This lets you seek the camera operators’ attention, or to let your operators know you are about to go live.