TouchDirector App Releases 3.0 iPad app for operating Blackmagic Design ATEM switcher series

LiveSkills, a Berlin based software company, has released TouchDirector 3.0.

New in version 3.0 is the use of macros created with the ATEM desktop software on the iPad. Macros can be triggered directly with the iPad app. In addition, users can organize the macros in groups of 10 macros each and assign group names. The macros can also be triggered with a timer at a specific point in time and repeated at adjustable intervals, both not possible with the original Blackmagic Design software.

This update is free for existing users. TouchDirector works with ATEM switchers from 2015 or newer and ATEM software from 8.5 and higher. iPads are compatible with iOS 12 or higher. TouchDirector is an app for iPads to control ATEM switcher. 10 preselectable preview / program buttons, audio display and fader, aux outputs, ATEM integrated media player, macros and streaming settings for ATEM Mini switcher can be operated.

The SuperSources PIPs of the ATEM 2-4 M/E series, which are very popular for virtual conferences, can be used, saved and recalled in the app, so a number of SuperSources can be prepared and are available at event time. This represents a considerable simplification compared to the cumbersome operation of SuperSources in the ATEM desktop software. There it is not possible to save multi-PIP setups.

Since the switchers of ATEM series cannot play video clips, a controller for up to 2 Blackmagic Design HyperDecks is integrated. It is possible to select individual clips as well as to create playlists, which are then played back fully automated including optional transitions. In addition, a TouchDirector user can provide his camera men involved in the production worldwide with tally signals and chat messages via the WorldTally Remote Cloud. For the camera man there is the free WorldTally client app in the Apple AppStore.

The WorldTally Remote Cloud also enables the remote control of ATEM switchers providing essential functions worldwide via cloud service. The price for TouchDirector full version compatible to all ATEM switchers in Apple AppStore is 42.99€, the ATEM mini version is 27.99€.

TouchDirector Full Version

TouchDirector Mini

TouchDirector Remote App for worldwide remote operation of
certain functions of the ATEM series

WorldTally Client Tally App for cameramen

TouchDirector is an addition to the ATEM desktop software. TouchDirector does not reproduce all functionalities of the ATEM desktop software. Certain settings require the use of the ATEM desktop software.