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Video Input
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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) |
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Network Video Input
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16 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill |
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SDI Video Input1
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4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates2
- 1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
- 1080i: 59.94, 50
- 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
- 576i 25
- 480i 59.94
1 Optionally 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
2 Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL) |
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PTZ
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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 |
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Skype TX
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Native support for up to 2 simultaneous Skype® video call inputs via Skype TX software integration, including tally and Talk Back communication |
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Video Output
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Configurable for up to 4 independent video mix outputs, with simultaneous delivery via IP and SDI |
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Network Video Output
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IP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for:
- 4 x independent video mix outputs
- 1 x 4K UHD video mix output
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SDI Video Output
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4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:
- 4 x independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs
- 1 x 4K UHD video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping
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Stream Output
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2 x resolution-independent streaming video output, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive |
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Multiviewer Output
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3 x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions
- 1 x DVI user interface with multiviewer
- 1 x HDMI multiviewer
- 1 x DisplayPort multiviewer
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Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)
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4 x M/E buses supporting video re-entry:
- 1 x Mix/Effect channel per bus with support for up to 2 sources
- 4 x KEY layers per bus
- 9 x memory slots per bus
- 1 x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus
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DSK Channels
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4 x DSK channels |
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Media
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5 x media players:
- 2 x DDR
- 2 x GFX
- 1 x Sound
15 x media buffers
- 10 x animation buffers
- 5 x graphic buffers
30 x clip players (available for use as transitions or media depending on function) |
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Keyers
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Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses
- 16 x input keyers
- 4 x media player keyers
- 4 x M/E keyers
- 1 x PREVIZ keyer
- 15 x buffer keyers
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COMPs
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- Integrated video composition engine on the switcher and each M/E bus to create, store, and apply layer configurations and DVE-style motion sequences
- 16 x configurable COMP presets per bus
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Virtual Sets
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Integrated LiveSet® technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included |
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DataLink
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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 |
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Macros
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Record, store, edit and automate commands and user-configured operation sequences
- Attach to control panel buttons, keyboard shortcuts, hotspots, MIDI and X-keys® buttons or GPI triggers
- Attach to internal events and state changes, including audio, media playback, tally and specific switcher actions
- Supports control via web-based interface
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Recording
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8 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder™ technology
- 8 x NDI® recordings (scalable to higher number with Premium Access)
- 4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (SHQ2 quicktime codec, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)3
- 2 x H.264 IsoCorder™ distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
3 QuickTime Player not required for playback in common NLE applications |
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Storage
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4TB internal drive
- 2 x 4TB 7200 RPM, 128MB Cache, SATA 6.0Gb/s, 3.5″ Internal Hard Drive
- Capacity varies by format, resolution and file specification
- Supports recording to external storage via USB 3.0 and eSATA
- Supports shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
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Grab
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Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs |
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Export
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Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding |
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Audio Mixing
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Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for quad-channel audio, DSPs, 4 x 4 x 4 audio input channel routing |
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Local Audio Input
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- 4 x SDI embedded
- 1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)
- 3 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)
- Support for USB audio device input via compatible WDM audio drivers
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Local Audio Output
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- 4 x SDI embedded
- 1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair
- 1 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pair
- 1 x Stereo 1/4″ (phones)
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| Network Audio |
- Native support for network audio input and output via NDI®
- Embedded audio supported for all NDI® input and output video signals
- Integrated support4 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®
- Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers5
4 Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately)
5 Requires third-party virtual sound card license (sold separately) |
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Supported Media File Formats
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Import, store, and play back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including:
- Video: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG, MP4, WMV, WebM, and more
- Image: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP, and more
- Audio: AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more
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Monitoring
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Support for up to 3 multiviewer displays with configurable workspaces and viewports |
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Signal Monitoring
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Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709 |
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Processing
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- Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4
- Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
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Latency
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- Processing Latency: ~1.0-1.5 frames
- Practical Throughput Latency: 4 frames
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A/V Standards
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- 4K UHD video conforms to SMPTE 2036 (UHDTV1 using Square Division Quad Split)
- 3G-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 424M (Level A)
- HD-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 292M
- SD video conforms to SMPTE 259M and ITU-R BT.656
- Analog audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155
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Tally
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Support for hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI®, and Blackmagic Design® SDI tally standard |
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Genlock
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Genlock input supporting SD (Bi-level) or HD (Tri-level) reference signals |
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GPI
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Supports GPI signals via JLCooper Electronics eBox GPI interface |
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MIDI
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Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control |
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System Drive
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120GB SSD |
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NIC
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- NIC 1 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- 1 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet
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USB
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- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
- 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
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System Physical
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TriCaster TC1
- 2RU chassis with 400W PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
- • 19.0 x 3.5 x 19.57 in (48.3 x 8.9 x 49.7 cm) with rack ears attached
TriCaster TC1 (Redundant Power Option)
- 3RU chassis with 500W redundant PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
- • 19.0 x 5.25 x 19.57 in (48.3 x 13.34 x 49.7 cm) with rack ears attached
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