Description
Article no.: 30274
The SEETEC ATEM156 is a 15.6-inch live streaming and broadcast director monitor designed for multi-camera productions. It provides four 4K HDMI inputs and outputs and supports quad, dual and single view monitoring so you can monitor multiple sources at once. The monitor includes professional monitoring and framing tools to help you check focus, color and composition during live events and location shoots.
The ATEM156 includes a range of monitoring tools aimed at improving shooting efficiency. It offers focus-checking functions such as Peaking Focus, False Color, and Pixel to Pixel to help you achieve sharp images. For framing, it provides Center Marker, Safety Marker, and Grid Marker so you can avoid unwanted screen cuts and leave the correct space for overlays or titles. Additionally, you get useful utilities like Image Zoom, Check Field, Image Freeze, and Color Temperature Adjustment.
This monitor uses a 15.6 inch IPS LCD panel with a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080. The panel delivers a contrast ratio of 800:1 and uses an LED backlight rated at 250cd/m². It also provides a wide 170° viewing angle horizontally and vertically, reducing color shifts when viewed from different positions and enabling easy viewing for the whole crew.
SEETEC adopts the professional Rec.709 color standard and applies color calibration at the factory using professional instruments. As a result, the ATEM156 aims to reproduce accurate colors and minimize distortion so the monitor shows a faithful representation of the captured image. The monitor also supports ITU standards and consistent Rec.709 color space for reliable color evaluation across inputs.
The ATEM156 offers 4 x 4K HDMI inputs and outputs. You can connect up to four cameras, game consoles, computers, or other HDMI sources. At the same time, the monitor can loop out HDMI signals to other devices, for example to an ATEM Mini or ATEM Mini Pro. This loop-through is useful for studio and live multi-camera productions.
For productions that need multiview but where the switcher lacks that feature, the ATEM156 can provide the preview capability. If your switcher, such as an ATEM Mini, does not have multiview, you can connect each camera to the ATEM156, check each source on the monitor, and then put the selected signals on air. This helps you avoid blind cuts and preview images for better control during larger live productions.
The ATEM156 has an easy-to-use control panel designed for busy shooting environments. It features four separate HDMI buttons so you can switch HDMI sources quickly. In addition, there are four programmable shortcut keys (F1–F4) that you can customize to call up frequently used functions with a single press. These controls let operators work comfortably and efficiently on location.
The monitor’s rear panel includes a 12V DC power input and a V-mount battery plate. You can use a DC power supply for continuous indoor operation or attach a V-mount rechargeable battery for mobile, on-location use. This flexibility allows outdoor crews to use external batteries while studio or post-production setups can use the standard DC power adapter.
Mounting is versatile. The included U-shaped bracket has three mounting points and standard sized holes, including 1/4-inch holes, making it compatible with common rigging equipment. You can hang the monitor from rigs, mount it on camera support, or set it on a table for crew monitoring. The monitor also includes VESA mount points so you can use computer monitor mounting hardware to mount the unit on walls, cubicles or other installations.
The frame is made from aircraft-grade aluminum, giving the ATEM156 a sturdy and durable build suitable for high-intensity production work such as mobile shooting, location shoots, and live broadcasts. The product’s weight is listed as 1.57kg (without bracket), reflecting its lightweight construction for transport and rigging.
The ATEM156 is positioned as a live production broadcast monitor for a range of events. Use it for broadcasters, live sports, concerts, lectures, seminars, eSports and gaming competitions, web broadcasting and other scenarios where indoor and outdoor multi-camera monitoring is required. It provides an affordable solution to monitor and manage live programs from events.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.6 inch |
| Panel type | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Contrast ratio | 800:1 |
| Brightness | 250cd/m² |
| Viewing angle | 170° (horizontal/vertical) |
| HDMI inputs / outputs | 4 x 4K HDMI inputs and outputs |
| Power | 12V DC input; V-mount battery plate |
| Color standard / calibration | Rec.709; professional instrument calibration at factory |
| Frame material | Aircraft-grade aluminum |
| Weight | 1.57kg (without bracket) |
Question: Can the ATEM156 monitor multiple cameras at the same time?
Answer: Yes. The ATEM156 supports quad view, dual view and single view monitoring with its four 4K HDMI inputs, so you can preview several camera feeds simultaneously on one screen.
Question: Will this monitor work with an ATEM Mini that lacks multiview?
Answer: Yes. If your switcher does not include built-in multiview (for example, some ATEM Mini models), you can connect each camera to the ATEM156 to preview sources and avoid blind cuts during live production.
Question: What monitoring tools help me check image quality on set?
Answer: The monitor includes focus tools like Peaking Focus, False Color and Pixel to Pixel, as well as framing aids such as Center Marker, Safety Marker and Grid Marker. It also provides Image Zoom, Check Field, Image Freeze and Color Temperature Adjustment for on-set evaluation.
Question: How can I power the monitor outdoors?
Answer: The ATEM156 offers a 12V DC input and a V-mount battery plate. For outdoor work you can attach a V-mount rechargeable battery to the plate; for indoor use you can connect the supplied 3A DC power adapter for continuous power.