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NewTek TriCaster 450 Portable Live HD Production System

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  • B&H # NETC450FU
  • Mfr# 45000190-0101

Product Highlights

  • (4) Inputs & (2) Outputs, HD and/or SD
  • 14-Channel Live Production Switcher
  • Resolutions Up to 1080p30 / 1080i60
  • HD-SDI, Component, Composite, S-Video In
  • LiveText 2 CG & SpeedEDIT 2 NLE
  • Software Control or Optional Hardware
  • 20 Virtual Sets
  • One-Button Recording & Streaming
  • Record Up to 20 Hours of HD Video
  • 2 RU High
 

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The TriCaster 450 Portable Live HD Production System from NewTek is a full compact production switcher that accepts four simultaneous inputs, which can be a mix of HD and SD sources (up to 1080p), via HD-SDI, component, composite, and S-Video connections. The 14-channel switcher directs traffic for those four external video sources, plus four virtual mix/effects (M/E) channels, two DDRs, graphics, frame buffer, and black.

The rack-mountable TriCaster 450 also features internal storage for up to 20 hours of 1080i video and connects via Gigabit Ethernet to a network for one-button HD streaming using Flash or Windows Media. You can switch and monitor your sources in software or connect an optional TriCaster 450 CS control surface (not included).

The TriCaster 450 also includes SpeedEDIT 2 nonlinear editing software, LiveText 2 character generation software, and a selection of 20 live virtual sets to give your live productions and recorded programs a professional sheen.

Produce your programs from the studio or in the field with the TriCaster 450 – wherever you are, the switcher gives you the power to produce broadcast-level programs for recording or live streaming, with the mix of input sources and control over graphical elements that you expect from a professional switcher.

General Features

Connect up to four HD and/or SD live cameras
Push one button to stream live, with simultaneous archiving
Push one button to record, with adjustable audio headroom
Get up to 20 hours of HD recording
Configure, store, and import your favorite streaming setups as presets
Access online CDN accounts, even during live production, with an integrated web browser
Create and save complex switcher effects to a single button
Get 20 HD live virtual sets and advanced matte generation to get the look of a sophisticated studio setting in a limited space
Create custom virtual sets or double-box effects with optional TriCaster Virtual Set Editor (VSE)
Expand your workspace with multi-view monitor output
Get a multi-channel audio mixer with audio-follows-video suppport
Connect a projector or big screen for IMAG video output
Use as a desktop or rack-mount system

Intuitive Interface

Live desktop monitors with integrated multi-view monitoring let you arrange and select shots with confidence. View all switcher sources at full field rate, with audio level overlays
Network inputs let you go wireless with breakthrough Apple AirPlay support. Deliver video and audio from iOS devices, such as iPad, iPod, or iPhone, into your live production. Or bring in displays from your PC or Mac, using NewTek iVGA technology
Look-Ahead Preview Monitor displays your upcoming video output. Prepare multi-layered effects, preview the output as it will appear live, and then switch with confidence
Program Monitor shows the current video output of your live production, and lets you see what your audience sees. Access controls for record and stream functions, configure your video output, and more
One-button recording captures content from your live production at full resolution (up to 1080p). TriCaster 450 includes options to record your entire presentation, an individual switcher source, clips for DDR playback during the show, and more
One-button internet streaming allows you to use Adobe Flash or Microsoft Windows Media to deliver a full, HD live stream directly to the web, with simultaneous archive for later viewing, and support for multi-bit-rate streaming profiles. The Streaming Profile Manager includes an integrated browser to make configuration, import, and previewing of your web streams quicker and easier than you thought possible. Save and manage all of your settings for instant access at a later date
Live Production Switcher gives you control over all 14 channels, including four external video sources, four virtual mix/effect-style channels, two DDRs, two external network inputs, graphics channel, frame buffer, and black. Custom names can be added to switcher sources
Utility Row makes it easy to assign sources to the Effects (FX) bus, downstream key (DSK) channels, and auxiliary (AUX) output. Utility Delegate controls let you use the Utility Row to apply selections to individual or multiple delegates – simultaneously
Utility Delegate lets you set the Utility Row to send video and graphics to the FX bus, DSKs and/or AUX output. Delegates currently affected by Utility Row selections are highlighted, while sources currently assigned are displayed for easy reference
Virtual Inputs are powerful virtual mix/effect-style channels that let you assign complex switcher effects to one button. TriCaster 450 includes four fully customizable Virtual Inputs, each with multiple presets
Transition Controls let you transition individual or multiple video layers on and off screen. Select the Transition Delegate button of the desired video layer(s), then use manual or auto controls to perform single-source transitions, or switch from one multi-source composition to another
Transitions add interest and impact to your live production. TriCaster 450 includes more than 200 broadcast-quality effects
HD live virtual sets let you achieve the look of a network-style studio in a limited space, using innovative NewTek LiveSet technology. Instantly select close-up, medium, medium-wide, and wide-angle shots, or perform smooth, animated zooms – without moving the camera. Sets include double-box effects and options for seated or standing presentations
Virtual input controls let you select two primary switcher sources, create a mix/effect-style composition, and use an additional source as an overlay. Configure virtual sets, layer live elements, set upstream picture-in-picture effects, and more
Digital media players include two DDRs for video playback, a graphics store, and a sound player, making it easy to add video clips, music, images, and more – including clips captured during a live event – for immediate playback. HD and SD resolutions are supported in a variety of popular file formats, with adjustable audio level settings for every clip
Live titles give your production a network-style finish. Bring in graphics, titles, and animated overlays to layer on your live video, lock a title or bug to a camera or Virtual Input, and set the In and Out motion for each. Title pages can be edited, even when displayed live
The multi-channel audio mixer gives you control over microphones, line inputs, and clip playback levels, with audio-follows-video support and auxiliary routing to integrate an external audio setup
Video Processing 4:4:4:4
32-bit Floating Point
Audio Processing 4 channels, 96 kHz
32-bit Floating Point
Video Inputs 4x simultaneous inputs – any combination of HD/SD-SDI, HD/SD component, Y/C (BNC), or Composite. HD-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 292M, and SD video conforms to SMPTE 259M and ITU-R BT.656
Audio Inputs 4x SDI embedded3x 2 balanced 1/4" (mic/line)
1x 2 balanced XLR (mic/line)
Analog audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155
Phantom power support
Video Outputs 2x simultaneous outputs – HD/SD-SDI, HD/SD component, composite, Y/C (BNC), HDMI, DVI, and VGA output for monitors and/or projector.
Output sources include Program out and AUX out (configurable for Program, Program clean, Preview, any input, Effects, any frame store, alpha out)
Audio Outputs 2x SDI embedded
1x 2 balanced XLR
1x 2 balanced 1/4" (AUX)
1x stereo 1/4" (Phones)
Supported Formats 1080p24/30, 1080i60, 720p24/30/60, 480i60
Source Mixing Mix HD/SD resolution and 16:9/4:3 aspect ratios
Recording MPEG-2 (normal and high profile); MP3
Full HD recording of Program output or AUX output in all resolutions up to 1080p
Recording Capacity ~ 20 Hours (1080i)
1 trayless SATA III removable drive bay with hot-swap support for unlimited storage and backup
Streaming Full HD live streaming in resolutions up to 720p (16:9 aspect ratio), with simultaneous archive.

Streaming Profile Manager with integrated web browser for access to online CDN accounts to manage or view shows.

Supports Adobe Flash to Flash media server connections or through browser-based plug-ins

Supports Microsoft Windows Media push/pull

Support for most common stream profiles

Support for custom multi-bit-rate streaming profiles
Network Connection 1 Gigabit Ethernet connection for network inputs and streaming output
Network Source Support 2x dedicated channels for access to external network sources
PC and Mac displays mirrored via NewTek iVGA technology; iTunes and wireless iOS devices via Apple AirPlay on any supported apps, including audio, photos, and video
Virtual Inputs 4x independent, mix/effect-style channels, each with presets, overlay, and dedicated channel for titles, frame-buffer, or watch folder.
1x virtual input overlay per channel, upstream with keying, transitions, and independent effects, including positioning, scaling, cropping, and 3D rotation
Live Virtual Sets 20x HD live TriCaster virtual sets, with animated zoom and independent effects, including positioning, scaling, cropping, and 3D rotation
Overlay 2x downstream keys (DSK) with matting, transitions, and independent effects, including positioning, scaling, cropping, and 3D rotation
Media Player 4x integrated digital media players, including 2 DDRs, Graphics, and Sounds players, with presets and alpha channel support, with individually adjustable audio levels for all clips
Preview Monitor Full field-rate displays, including Program, Look-Ahead Preview, and source windows configurable for All Monitors, External Monitors, Internal Monitors, and Preview Scopes
Multi-View Monitor Output Layout choices include All Monitors, External Monitors, Internal Monitors, Program, Preview, Effects, Preview/Program, and Waveform/Vectorscope
Projector Output 16:9 or 4:3 aspect ratio, up to 1920 x 1200 resolution
Character Generator LiveText 2 integrated
Editor SpeedEDIT 2 NLE
Playback Formats Movie Files: DV, DVCPRO, DVCPRO HD, MOV, MKV, M-JPEG, MPEG (1, 2 in all profiles, program, or transport streams), AVI, MOV, DV, H.263, H.264, FLV, WMV, MP4, and more
Still Formats: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, EXR, RAW, TIF, and more
Audio Formats: WAV, MP3, AIFF and more
Export Formats Export module is included for batch-copying with optional transcoding to a wide variety of different file formats and for a wide variety of different applications and devices
Media types: AVI, DV, DVCPRO, M-JPEG, MP4, H.264, MPEG-2, DVD, WebM, MOV, and more
Presets for external NLEs: Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer, Apple Final Cut Pro, and more
Presets for all mobile platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, and more
Signal Monitoring Waveform and Vectorscope displays
Full field rate with color preview
Fail-Safe Multi-tiered software fail-safe (audio and video)
Tally DB-15 connector for 4x PGM row tally lights
Form Factor 2 RU rack-mount
Dimensions (WxHxD) 19 x 3.5 x 22.5" (48.3 x 8.9 x 57.2 cm)
Weight 28 lb (12.7 kg)
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