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USB 3.0 Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use ATEM Production Switcher for uncompressed video capture or waveform monitoring on
my Mac
No, currently Macintosh computers do not have USB 3.0 ports. We hope this will change soon.
Can I use ATEM Production Switcher for uncompressed video capture or waveform monitoring on
my Linux PC
No, currently there is no isochronous USB 3.0 driver support for Linux. We hope this will change soon.
Can I use a third party USB 3.0 PCIe card, in my Mac, for uncompressed video capture or waveform
monitoring
No, currently there is not a suitable USB 3.0 PCIe card that is appropriate for use with an ATEM Production
Switcher. We are working with third parties and soon hope to recommend a card with isochronous USB 3.0
driver support.
Can I use a third party USB 3.0 PCIe card, in my Windows PC, for uncompressed video capture or
waveform monitoring
Yes. Please refer to the Blackmagic Design website:
http://www.blackmagic-design.com/support/detail/supportnotes/supportnote/sid=3956&pid=4037&os=
win&isSDK=0&snid=9712 for the latest support information, including supported PCIe cards with USB 3.0.
Can I use a third party USB 3.0 ExpressCard, in my Mac or Windows notebook, for uncompressed
video capture or waveform monitoring
No, currently there is not a USB 3.0 ExpressCard with adequate bandwidth for use with an ATEM Production
Switcher.
What happens if I plug an ATEM Production Switcher into a USB 2.0 slot
Uncompressed video capture and waveform monitoring will not function as USB 2.0 does not provide
enough bandwidth for uncompressed video. A USB 3.0 port is required.
What USB 3.0 motherboards can I use for uncompressed video capture or waveform monitoring
Please refer to the Blackmagic Design website:
http://www.blackmagic-design.com/support/detail/supportnotes/supportnote/sid=3956&pid=4037&o
s=win&isSDK=0&snid=9712 for the latest support information, including supported motherboards with
USB 3.0.