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NewTek TriCaster 40
The path to high-quality video can be challenging when you're diving into live production or figuring out how to stream live shows on a budget. Meet the all-in-one, multi-camera video production solution that's simple and affordable enough for anyone with limited funds.
TriCaster 40 lets professionals and novices alike create streaming television, or air broadcast-quality video on the Web and mobile devices―quickly and easily. For television stations, schools, offices, and production startups that don't have access to an SDI infrastructure, TriCaster 40 is a simple solution for creating real-time productions of events and shows and streaming truly professional video programs to the Web. Just plug in cameras and audio, and start creating.
Fast Setup. Easy to Use.
Enjoy professional results with do-it-yourself simplicity. Just plug in, power on, and you're up and running with your very own show-in no time. Make life and live production easier, with all the tools you need to produce a show, in a single system. Connect up to 4 cameras. Share the screen from your laptop, desktop or wireless iOS device.
All-in-one Live Production.
Mix in video clips, graphics and audio. And do it all from a live virtual set. No additional system hardware or assembly required.
On-budget HD.
Set your standards higher, but keep your expenses manageable. The same formats used in broadcast television put you on par with the big networks, while high-quality component video connections let you work with HD cameras that are in your price range. SD also comes standard, so if you're not there yet, you can make the jump when you're ready.
Travel-size.
Forget about lugging case after case of equipment wherever you go. Whether you're heading cross campus, to the top floor or the next town, the compact design means instant master control anywhere you can free up a tabletop, spare shelf space, or roll up with a small cart.
Web-ready.
Choppy, grainy online video is a thing of the past. Go full resolution, direct to the Web, with HD live streaming. Record simultaneously for upload to your favorite video sharing site, and make your show available on demand. Take your talents worldwide.
Television-style Sets and Backgrounds.
Got green screen? Turn even the tiniest production space into a massive virtual studio that makes your show look like primetime TV. Or, use any live camera, video or graphic as a background for your on-camera talent. Not only can you go anywhere, you can be anywhere-and be first.
Creative Tools.
Transitions. Picture-in-picture. Full-screen graphics. Nameplates. News tickers. Customize your show with the same tools that network producers use to deliver a dynamic presentation to your viewing audience.
Optional Control Surface.
Exclusively for the TriCaster 40 system, add the TriCaster 40 Control Surface for fast, full access to hardware operation of all live-production functions - and still keep your small desktop footprint. Or augment your crew with an additional operator, and split the production tasks between console and UI.
Click image for larger view.The TriCaster 40 is also available to rent. Check out our Equipment Rental Page for rates for this and other equipment.
| Switcher Channels | 14 – 6 external, 4 internal, 4 virtual inputs. |
| Video Input | 4 simultaneous live video sources, in any combination of HD Component, SD Component, Y/C or Composite and supported resolutions.
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| Network Sources | 2 simultaneous live sources via Gigabit connection, selectable from any networked computer or Apple® AirPlay® device.
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| Media | 3 integrated digital media sources for video and graphics: DDR and GFX x 2. |
| Virtual Inputs | 4 simultaneous inputs. 4 independent, mix/effect-style channels supporting multi-source compositions, virtual sets, double-box effects and more.
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| Downstream Key | 2 downstream keyers, each with independent DVE, transition controls, positioning and scaling. |
| Video Layers | Up to 5 layers on-screen simultaneously. |
| Virtual Sets | 24 HD live virtual sets, with multiple camera angles, real-time reflections, specular highlights, animated zoom and presets. |
| Video Output | A/V output signal through up to 5 output connections.
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| Recording | Native recording in resolutions up to 1080i. Encoded as QuickTime® or Web-quality H.264. |
| Recording Capacity | Accommodates ~ 20 hours 1080i or ~ 120 hours 480i via internal drive in QuickTime format.
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| Live Streaming | HD live streaming via Adobe® Flash® or Microsoft® Windows Media® Push/Pull |
| Audio Inputs | 1/4" Mono (Mic) RCA x 2 Stereo L/R (Line) |
| Audio Outputs | RCA x 2 Stereo L/R 1/4" Stereo (phones) |
| Audio Mixing | Integrated multi-channel audio mixer for internal and external audio sources, output, stream and headphones. |
| Supported Formats | NTSC: 1080i, 720p, 480i (16:9), 480i (4:3) Multi-Standard: NTSC-J; PAL 1080i, 720p, 576i (16:9), 576i (4:3) |
| Playback Media Formats | AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG (1, 2, all profiles, program or transport streams), MP4, WMV, WebM, PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, EXR, RAW, TIF, AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more, with Import Media application for batch import with optional transcoding of files (including Apple ProRes) |
| Processing | Video: 4:4:4:4, 32-bit Floating Point Audio: 2 channels, 96 kHz, 32-bit Floating Point |
| System Physical | 10.4 x 8.5 x 17.5 in (26.4 x 21.6 x 44.5 cm) 19 lbs (8.6 kg) |
Click image for larger view.| 1) LIVE DESKTOP MONITORS Preview internal and external video sources in real time, with built-in audio meters. 2) NETWORK SOURCES Share computer screens or displays from wireless Apple® AirPlay® devices, like iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod®, connected to the same local network as TriCaster. 3) DDR (Digital Disk Recorder) Load and playback your own stored video clips, video packages and pre-produced motion graphics in a wide range of media file formats. 4) GRAPHICS Add titles, images and graphics to your show, importing your own original designs or choosing from a variety of included templates. 5) PREVIEW MONITOR View the source selected on the Preview row, which becomes the video output upon pressing Take for a cut, or pressing Auto for a transition. 6) PROGRAM MONITOR View the source selected on the Program row, which is also the video output signal for broadcast, live stream, projector and/or record. 7) RECORDING Capture your live production as a full resolution video file to show later or save for your archive. 8) LIVE STREAMING Launch live streaming video of your show to the Web at the touch of a button. TriCaster 40 includes presets for the most common streaming profiles, in resolutions up to 720p. 9) LIVE PRODUCTION SWITCHER Switch between 14 video channels, including external video and network sources, internal media sources, and virtual inputs. 10) TRANSITIONS Use dynamic effects to change shots and apply graphics. Independent settings for each video layer let you mix and match transitions for the base video and both downstream keys. 11) VIRTUAL INPUTS Setup virtual sets, layer live elements, create picture-in-picture effects, and more, from any available live and stored video sources, and assign the composite effect to a single switcher button. 12) LIVE VIRTUAL SETS Get the look of a network-style studio with built-in virtual sets in a variety of styles and settings. Sets include multiple angles, virtual camera shot presets and animated zoom control for realistic presentation. 13) MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO MIXER Enjoy clear, crisp audio with adjustable audio controls for internal and external sources, plus stream and master outputs. |
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