Video Input | 16 x simultaneous external video inputs, supporting any combination of compatible sources in resolutions up to 4K UHD at frame rates up to 60fps (2160p 59.94) |
Network Video Input | 16 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill |
SDI Video Input1 | 4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates2
1Optionally supports up to 16 simultaneous 3G/HD/SD-SDI video inputs or quad-link 3G-SDI video inputs (4K UHD) via network integration with applicable NewTek NC1 conversion modules 2Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL) |
PTZ | Support for up to 8 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422 and IP, with integrated controls and preset system |
Skype TX | Native support for up to 2 simultaneous Skype® video call inputs via Skype TX software integration |
Apple® AirPlay® | Native support for input of compatible iOS mobile devices via Apple AirPlay |
Video Output | Configurable for up to 4 independent video mix outputs, with simultaneous delivery via IP and SDI |
Network Video Output | IP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for:
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SDI Video Output | 4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:
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Stream Output | 2 x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive |
Multiviewer Output | 3 x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions
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Mix/Effect Buses (M/E) | 4 x M/E buses supporting video re-entry
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DSK Channels | 4 x DSK channels |
Media | 5 x media players
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Keyers | Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses
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COMPs | Integrated video composition engine on the switcher and each M/E bus to create, store, and apply layer configurations and DVE-style motion sequences
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Virtual Sets | Integrated LiveSet™ technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included |
DataLink | Integrated DataLink™ technology enabling real-time, automated data input from internal and external sources, including webpages, spreadsheets, scoreboards, databases, RSS feeds, watch files, XML, CSV, ASCII and more |
Macros | Record, store, edit and automate commands and user-configured operation sequences
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Recording | 6 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder™ technology
3 QuickTime Player not required for playback in common NLE applications |
Storage | 2 x 3TB internal drive
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Grab | Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs |
Export | Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding |
Audio Mixer | Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for quad-channel audio, DSPs and 4x4x4 audio input routing |
Local Audio Input | 4 x SDI embedded 1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line) 3 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line) |
Local Audio Output | 4 x SDI embedded 1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair 1 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pair 1 x Stereo 1/4" (phones) |
Network Audio |
4Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately) 5Requires third-party virtual sound card license (sold separately) |
Supported Media File Formats | Import, store, and play back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including:
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Monitoring | Support for up to 3 multiviewer displays with configurable workspaces and viewports |
Signal Monitoring | Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709 |
Processing | Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4 Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz |
Throughput Latency | ~1.0-1.5 frames |
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Tally | Support for hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI, and Blackmagic Design® SDI tally standard |
Genlock | Genlock input supporting SD (Bi-level) or HD (Tri-level) reference signals |
GPI | Supports GPI signals via JLCooper Electronics eBox GPI interface |
MIDI | Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control |
System Drive | 120GB SSD |
NIC | 2 x 1 Gigabit NIC |
System Physical | TriCaster TC1 2RU chassis with 400W PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
3RU chassis with 500W redundant PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
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Subject to change without notice.