Video Input16 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 Input16 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill
SDI Video Input14 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates2
1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
1080i: 59.94, 50
720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
576i 50
480i 59.94
1Optionally supports up to 16 simultaneous 3G/HD/SD-SDI video inputs or quad-link 3G-SDI video inputs (4K UHD) via network integration with applicable NewTek NC1 conversion modules
2Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL)
PTZSupport 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 TXNative support for up to 2 simultaneous Skype® video call inputs via Skype TX software integration, including tally and Talk Back communication
Video OutputConfigurable for up to 4 independent video mix outputs, with simultaneous delivery via IP and SDI
Network Video OutputIP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for:
4 x independent video mix outputs
1 x 4K UHD video mix output
SDI Video Output4 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 Output2 x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive
Multiviewer Output3 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 Channels4 x DSK channels
Media5 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)
KeyersIntegrated 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
COMPsIntegrated 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 SetsIntegrated LiveSet™ technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included
DataLinkIntegrated 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
MacrosRecord, 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
Recording8 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder™ technology
8 x NDI® recordings (scalable to higher number with Premium Access)
4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (SHQ2 quicktime codec, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)3
2 x H.264 IsoCorder™ distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
1 x MP3 audio recorder
3 QuickTime Player not required for playback in common NLE applications
Storage4TB internal media storage
2 x 4TB 7200 RPM, 128MB Cache, SATA 6.0Gb/s, 3.5″ Internal Hard 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
GrabGrab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs
ExportExport video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding
Audio MixerIntegrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for quad-channel audio, DSPs and 4x4x4 audio input routing
Local Audio Input4 x SDI embedded
1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)
3 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)
Support for USB audio device input via compatible WDM audio drivers
Local Audio Output4 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 support4 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®
Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers5
4Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately)
5Requires third-party virtual sound card license (sold separately)
Supported Media File FormatsImport, 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
MonitoringSupport for up to 3 multiviewer displays with configurable workspaces and viewports
Signal MonitoringIntegrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709
ProcessingVideo: 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
TallySupport for hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI, and Blackmagic Design® SDI tally standard
GenlockGenlock input supporting SD (Bi-level) or HD (Tri-level) reference signals
GPISupports GPI signals via JLCooper Electronics eBox GPI interface
MIDISupport for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control
System Drive120GB SSD
NIC
NIC 1 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet
1 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet
System PhysicalTriCaster 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
