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
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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
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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
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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
- 1 x DVI user interface with multiviewer
- 1 x HDMI multiviewer
- 1 x DisplayPort multiviewer
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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
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DSK Channels |
4x 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)
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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
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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
- 16 x 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, 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
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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)
- 2 x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
- 1 x MP3 audio recorder
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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
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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)
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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)
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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(4) for Dante networking protocol from Audinate
- Support for AES67 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
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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 |
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
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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
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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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TriCaster TC1SP Control Panel |
Stripes |
1.5 x panel stripes |
Source Buttons |
14 x switcher source buttons 1 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) |