NewTek TriCaster TC1 Video Switcher and TC1SP Small Control Panel Kit

NewTek TriCaster TC1 Base Bundle

TriCaster TC1 is a complete, cost-effective production solution that takes advantage of the industrys leading software-driven video technology and modern networking to provide users with advanced capabilities and future-proof production for the new video reality, while sustaining their proven workflows and leveraging their existing equipment and infrastructure.

• NewTek TriCaster TC1 2RU Live Production System
• NewTek TC1SP Control Panel

NewTek has announced TriCaster TC1, the culmination of more than a decade of IP video experience for multi-camera live production, with uncompromising support for 4K UHD switching, live streaming, recording, data-driven graphics, virtual sets, social media publishing and more. Continuing innovation around the iconic product that has defined an industry, TriCaster TC1 supports 16 external inputs of up to 4K UHD 60p resolution without sacrificing functionality. Powered by NewTeks NDI technology for IP-based workflows, TriCaster TC1 also offers multiple studio-grade Skype TX channels for adding remote video guests to live shows.

The NewTek TriCaster TC1 Base bundle is the essential solution for modern video production. With industry-leading, software-driven live production technology; a 16-input, multi-source video workflow with out-of-the-box support for four SDI hardware inputs; and an included 1.5-stripe control panel with 14 source buttons, the NewTek TriCaster TC1 Base bundle provides everything you need to create more incredible content, make it available in more places, and reach viewerswhenever and wherever they watch.

Complete Production
Produce amazing content with hundreds of advanced production capabilities for video switching, playback, mix effects, graphics, audio mixing, virtual sets, and more.

4K UHD 60p Capable?
Deliver an immersive viewing experience for programs, performances, events, and sports with native support for true 4K Ultra HD resolution at 60 frames per second.

Native IP Processing?
Present your video as it was meant to be seen with NewTeks software-driven processing maintaining native resolution of every signal from input to output.

Multi-Source Video Mixing?
Create compelling content using any combination of compatible SDI and IP video sources, including local and remote cameras, mobile devices, Skype video calls, computers, streaming media, video files, graphics, and more.

Multi-Destination Delivery?
Produce content for any screen or schedule, with SDI and IP live output, multi-channel recording, multi-platform live streaming, social media publishing, and more.

Product Highlights

• Switching, streaming, recording, and delivery in HD, 3G, and 4K Ultra HD at 60 fps
• True IP switching, with native software-driven processing for maximum production power and flexibility
• Native integration of NDI, NewTeks innovative Network Device Interface technology, supporting video, audio, and data transmission over IP with near-zero latency Comprehensive camera coverage and compelling multi-source video mixing, including 16 external inputsmore than any TriCaster past or present
• Studio-grade Skype video calling with multi-channel Skype TX software integration
• Integrated video servers allowing playback, replay, and live editing without any additional hardware
• Multi-channel ISO recording to full-resolution QuickTime and H.264 files for VOD, post-production, and archive
• Dual-channel live streaming to Facebook Live, Microsoft Azure, Periscope, Twitch, YouTube Live, and more
• Real-time social media sharing to Facebook, Imgur, LinkedIn, Twitter, Vimeo, YouTube, and more
• Powerful production automation with custom macro commands, sophisticated full-motion compositing, and flexible control options
• Advanced audio mixing with multi-source configuration and control, professional DSPs, and 4 x 4 x 4 channel routing
• Premier creative capabilities, including multi-bus mix effects, animated titles and transitions, advanced chromakeying, spectacular live virtual sets, and more
• Industry-standard 2RU hardware chassis, or optional 3RU hardware chassis with redundant power

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 Input

4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates

• 1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
• 1080i: 59.94, 50
• 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
• 576i 50
• 480i 59.94

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, including tally and Talk Back communication

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:

• 4 x independent video mix outputs
• 1 x 4K UHD video mix output SDI

Video Output

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

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

• 1 x DVI user interface with multiviewer
• 1 x HDMI multiviewer
• 1 x DisplayPort multiviewer

Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)

4 x M/E buses supporting video re-entry

• 1 x Mix/Effect channel per bus with support for up to 4 sources
• 4 x KEY layers per bus 9 x memory slots per bus 1 x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus

DSK Channels

4 x DSK channels

Media

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)

Keyers

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

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

• 16 x configurable COMP presets per bus

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

• 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

Recording

6 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder technology

• 4 x QuickTime archival video recorders (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)3
• 2 x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
• 1 x MP3 audio recorder?

Storage

2 x 3TB internal 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

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

• Native support for network audio input and output via NDI
• Embedded audio supported for all NDI input and output video signals
• Integrated support(4) for Dante networking protocol from Audinate
• Support for S67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers(5)

(4) Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately)

(5) Requires third-party virtual sound card license (sold separately)

Supported Media File Formats

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

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

A/V Standards

• 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 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

• 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

TriCaster TC1SP Control Panel

Stripes

1.5 x panel stripes

Source Buttons

14 x switcher source buttons

11 x M/E source buttons

Joystick

1 x multi-mode joystick (3-axis)

T-Bar

1 x multi-mode T-Bar

Connectivity

USB

Physical

TriCaster TC1SP chassis

23.5 x 2.5 x 11.6 (59.7 x 6.4 x 29.5 cm)

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