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TriCaster TC1 - 2RU - FG-001587-R001
  • TriCaster TC1 - 2RU - FG-001587-R001
  • TriCaster TC1 - 2RU - Rear Connections
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    • NewTek TriCaster TC1 2RU Live Production System
    • 4x 3G/HD/SD SDI Hardware Inputs
    • 4K UHD 60p Capable
    • Skype TX Software Integration
    • Dual-Channel Live Streaming
    • Social Media Integration
    • Overlay Graphics, Charts, Titles, Animations
    • Multi-Input Virtual Sets
    • 6x Internal Recorders
    • Native NDI Integration
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    NewTek TriCaster TC1

    The NewTek TriCaster TC1 is the essential solution for modern video production. With industry-leading, software-driven live production technology.

    The TriCaster TC1 is a 16-input, multi-source video workflow with out-of-the-box support for four SDI hardware inputs.

    NewTek TriCaster TC1 Intro Video.

    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
    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-Source Video Mixing
    Save space and travel light with the smallest TriCaster ever.


    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.

    NewTek TriCaster TC1 Technical Specifications

    TriCaster TC1 Specifications and Details

    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

    * 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 NewTek NC1 conversion modules.

    **Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL).

    PTZ Camera Control

    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.

    Network Outputs

    Ethernet port for HD streaming live to the Web, publishing to social media platforms, distributing content to servers and storage locations, and output to other TriCaster systems.

    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.

    Network Video Output

    IP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for:

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

    SDI Video Output

    4x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:

    • 4x independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs
    • 1x 4K UHD video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping

    Streaming Output

    2x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive.

    Multiviewer Output

    3x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions.

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

    Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)

    4x M/E buses supporting video re-entry.

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

    1x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus

    Media Players

    5x media players
    • 2x DDR
    • 2x GFX
    • 1x Sound
    15x Media Buffers
    • 10x animation buffers
    • 5x graphic buffers
    30x 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.
    • 16x input keyers
    • 4x media player keyers
    • 4x M/E keyers
    • 1x PREVIZ keyer
    • 15x 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.
    • 16x 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, watchfiles, 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.

    Recording

    6x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder technology.
    • 4x QuickTime archival video recorders (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)
    • 2x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
    • 1x MP3 audio recorder

    Internal Storage

    2x 3TB internal drives
    • 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

    Screen Grabs

    Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs.

    Media 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, SDPs and 4x4x4 audio input routing.

    Local Audio Input

    4x SDI embedded
    1x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)
    3x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)

    Local Audio Output

    • 4x SDI embedded
    • 1x Balanced XLR stereo pair
    • 1x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs
    • 1x 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* for Dante networking protocol from Audinate.
    • Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers**.
    *Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately).


    **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 to 1.5 frames.

    A/V Standards

    • 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.

    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.

    Network Interface Cards

    2x Gigabit NIC.
    Physical

    TriCaster TC1 Size

    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 R3 (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.

    Subject to change without notice.
    SD session format specifications vary.

    TriCaster TC1, TC1 Pro, TC2 Elite Comparison Chart

    Features TriCaster
    TC1
    TriCaster
    TC1 Pro
    TriCaster
    TC2 Elite
    Total Inputs 16 16 32
    SDI Video Inputs 4 4 8
    NDI Video Inputs 16 16 32
    Audio In SDI Embedded 4 4 8
    PTZ Control 8 16 32
    SDI Video Outputs 4 4 8
    Network Video Outputs 4 4 48
    HD 4 4 8
    UHD 1 (SDI quad-link ) 1 (SDI quad-link ) 2
    Live Streaming & Publishing 2 3 3
    Recording 8 16 32
    Multiviewer Outputs 3
    DVI, HDMI, DP
    3
    DVI, HDMI, DP
    4
    HDMI, 3x DP
    Mis/Effects Buses (M/E) 4 4 8
    DDR Media Players 2 2 4
    Keyers 16 16 32
    Live Call Connect N/A Up to 4 unique
    callers
    Up to 9 unique
    callers
    LivePanel Builder - Yes Yes
    LiveGraphics - Yes Yes
    Advanced Macros - Yes Yes
    Alpha Channel Outputs - Yes Yes
    NDI Genlock Yes Yes Yes
    Neural Voice Isolation Yes Yes Yes
    Live Story Creator - Yes Yes
    Redundant Power Supply No No Yes
    Rack Units 2 2 3
    • NewTek TriCaster TC1
    • NewTek TriCaster TC1SP Control Panel
    • Backlit Keyboard and Mouse
    • Power and Interconnect Cables
    • Misc. adapters and connectors
    • Limited 1-Year Warranty

    Subject to change without notice.