Video Input |
32x 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
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32 x IP inputs via NDI, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill. |
SDI Video Input* |
8x 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
- 1080i: 59.94, 50
- 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
- 576i 50
- 480i 59.94
* Optionally supports up to 32 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 32 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422 and IP, with integrated controls and preset system. |
Video Calling |
Support for multiple simultaneous video call inputs with Microsoft Skype TX, Microsoft Teams, Zoom Meetings, Slack, Discord, and Tencent software integration using the Live Call Connect feature. |
Video Output
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Configurable for up to 8 independent HD or 2 UHD video mix outputs, with simultaneous delivery via IP and SDI. |
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.
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Network Video Output |
48x IP outputs via NDI (HD and SD sessions only)
- 8x video mix outputs in resolutions up to 1080p at frame rates up to 60fps (1080p 59.94) or 2 x UHD video mix outputs at up to 60 frames per second (2160p 59.94)
- 8x direct IP source outputs via NDI® translation of local SDI inputs or 2 x upconverted UHD outputs at up to 60 frames per second (2160p 59.94)
- 4x direct IP source outputs via NDI® translation of media players, with support for embedded alpha channel
- 15x direct IP source outputs via NDI® translation of media buffers, with support for embedded alpha channel
- 3x Multiviewer outputs (if 3 monitors are connected).
4K support on 2x Multiviewer outputs while the 3rd outputs in HD - 1x User Interface with dedicated multiviewer
- 1x teleprompter output (LiveStory™ Creator)
- 8x selectable IP outputs via internal NDI® matrix router
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SDI Video Output |
8x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:
- 8x independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs supporting standard NTSC and PAL formats, resolutions, and frame rates***
- 2x UHD video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping, supporting frame rates up to 60fps (2160p 59.94)
***Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL). |
Streaming Output |
2x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive. Support for SRT streaming.
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Multiviewer Output |
4x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions, using any combination of available connections. Support for 4K on 2x DisplayPorts
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Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)
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8x 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
15x Media Buffers
- 10x animation buffers with GIF support
- 5x graphic buffers
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Keyers |
Integrated LiveMatte chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses.
- 32x input keyers
- 4x media player keyers
- 8x M/E keyers
- 1x PREVIZ keyer
- 15x buffer keyers
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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.
- 16x configurable COMP presets per bus
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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, 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.
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Recording |
32x total video recording channels
- 8x configurable M/E channels for HD -or- 2x for UHD
- 8x physical SDI inputs
- 4x DDR’s
- 2x streaming encoders
- Support for growing file playback from DDR’s
- Instant Replay capability on each input
- 32x total configurable inputs
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Internal Storage |
4TB Media Storage (4 x 1 TB SSD in RAID 0)
- Quantity varies by format, resolution and file specification
- Supports recording to external storage via 7 USB 3.2 type A, and 1 USB 3.2 type C, 1 USB 2.0 2(Gen2, Type A)
- Supports shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
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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 |
16 external audio inputs supporting 8 channels each
Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for 8-channel audio, DSPs and 4x8x8 audio input routing |
Local Audio Input |
- 8x SDI embedded
- 1x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)3x Balanced 1/4" stereo pairs (Line)
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Local Audio Output |
- 8x SDI Embedded
- 1x Balanced XLR stereo pair
- 1x Balanced 1/4" stereo pair
- 1x 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 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.
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Monitoring |
Support for up to 4 multiviewer displays with configurable workspaces and viewports.
Support for 4K on 2 multiviewers while the other 2 multiviewers output in HD. |
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 |
- 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 |
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 |
250GB SSD. |
Network Interface Cards |
1x 10 GbE NIC.1x Gigabit NIC. |
TriCaster TC2 Elite Size / Weight |
3RU chassis with 650W redundant PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
- 19" x 5.25" x 19.57" (48.3cm x 13.34cm x 49.7cm) with rack ears attached
- 34 lbs (15 kg)
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