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NewTek TriCaster 450 EXTREME
NewTek TriCaster 450 EXTREME sports a super slim design with abundant benefits. 2U rack mount. 14 channels. Innovative features likeIsoCorder technology to capture up to four channels of video at the same time. Record in one resolution and stream in another, simultaneously with the push of a button. Go wireless with Apple AirPlay support that delivers video and audio into your live production, with iOS devices like iPod , iPad and iPhone . iKnow. It's cool.
At only 28lbs, this HD system fills an increasing demand for a compact and dependable live production solution that's not only affordable, but packs a lot of power. Like all NewTek products, NewTek TriCaster 450 EXTREME is easy to learn, for one person or a small team.
1) 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 advanced alpha channel preview and audio level overlays.
2) 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.
3) LOOK-AHEAD PREVIEW MONITOR displays your upcoming video output. Prepare multilayered effects, preview the output as it will appear live, and then switch with confidence.
4) 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.
5) ONE-BUTTON RECORDING captures up to four channels of video from any input or output, simultaneously, using NewTek IsoCorder™ multi-track, multi-format video recording technology. Record your entire presentation at full resolution (up to 1080p), in multiple formats like QuickTime®, H.264, AVI and MPEG-2. Record individual sources for post production editing. Or capture clips for DDR playback during the show.
6) 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-bitrate 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.
7) 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.
8) 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.
9) 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.
10) VIRTUAL INPUTS are powerful virtual mix/effect-style channels that let you assign complex switcher effects to one button. TriCaster 450 EXTREME includes four, fully customizable Virtual Inputs, each with multiple presets.
11) 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.
12) TRANSITIONS allow you to use more than 200 broadcast-quality effects or full-color, animation store transitions with embedded audio to add interest and impact to your live production. Create your own custom animation store transitions using the integrated Animation Store Creator.
13) 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.
14) 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.
15) 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.
16) 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.
17) ADVANCED AUDIO MIXER gives you control over microphones, line inputs and clip playback levels, with the ability to group audio sources to follow video and route sub-mixes. Every audio input and output also includes a seven-band equalizer and compressor/limiter to deliver the best possible sound, with enhanced audio crossfade.
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SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimensions
- 19 x 3.5 x 22.5 (in)
- 48.3 x 8.9 x 57.2 (cm)
- Weight
- 28 lbs (12.7 kg)
- Video Processing
- 4:4:4:4 32-bit Floating Point
- Audio Processing
- 4 channels, 96 kHz 32-bit Floating Point
- Video Input 4 simultaneous inputs. Any combination of:
- HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, 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 Input
- 4 SDI Embedded
- 3 x 2 Balanced 1/4in (Mic/Line)
- 1 x 2 Balanced XLR (Mic/Line)
- Analog Audio Levels Conform to SMPTE RP-155
- Phantom Power Support
- Every input supports seven-band equalizer and full stereo compressor/limiter
- Sources can be grouped and routed to multiple buses
- Digital audio inputs include audio time-base synchronizers to support unmatched digital audio time-bases
- Video Output
- 2 simultaneous outputs
- HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, 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 Output
- 2 SDI Embedded
- 1 x 2 Balanced XLR
- 1 x 2 Balanced 1/4in (AUX)
- 1 Stereo 1/4in (Phones)
- Every output supports seven-band equalizer and full stereo compressor/limiter
- Supported Formats
- NTSC: 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i
- Multi-Standard: NTSC-J; PAL 1080/25p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 720/25p 576/25i
- Source Mixing
- Mix HD/SD resolution and 16:9/4:3 aspect ratios
- Recording
- 4 simultaneous recording channels using proprietary IsoCorder multi-track video recording technology, with adjustable audio headroom
- Support for multi-format recording: MPEG-2 (high and normal profiles), QuickTime, H.264, AVI, MP3
- Full HD recording of any output or input source in all resolutions up to 1080p
- Recording Capacity
- ~ 40 Hours (1080i)
- 1 trayless SATA III removable drive bay with hot-swap support for unlimited storage and backup
- Live 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 show
- Supported Stream Types
- Adobe Flash to Flash media server connections or through browser based plug-ins
- Microsoft Windows Media Push/Pull
- Support for most common stream profiles
- Support for custom multi-bitrate streaming profiles
- Network Connection
- 1 Gigabit connection for network inputs and streaming output
- Network Source Support
- 2 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
- Animation Store
- Animation store builder with support for animation transitions with embedded audio on all 7 effects channels in the switcher
- Virtual Inputs
- 4 independent, mix/effect-style channels, each with presets, overlay and dedicated channel for titles, frame-buffer or watch folder
- Virtual Input Overlay
- 1 per channel, upstream with keying, transitions, and independent effects, including positioning, scaling, cropping and 3D rotation
- Support for full animation store transitions with embedded audio and alpha channel
- Live Virtual Sets
- 24 HD live TriCaster virtual sets, with animated zoom and independent effects, including positioning, scaling, cropping and 3D rotation
- Overlay
- Dual downstream keys (DSK) with matting, transitions, and independent effects, including positioning, scaling, cropping and 3D rotation
- Support for full animation store transitions with embedded audio and alpha channel
- Media Players
- 4 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 Monitors
- Full field rate displays, including Program, Look-Ahead Preview, and source windows configurable for All Monitors, External Monitors, Internal Monitors, and Preview Scopes
- Advanced alpha channel preview (alpha sources displayed against checkerboard)
- 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
- Integrated Character Generator
- LiveText 2
- Nonlinear Editor
- SpeedEDIT 2
- Playback Media Formats
- Movie files: DNxHD, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG (1,2 in all profiles, program or transport streams), AVI, MOV, DV, H.263, H.264, FLV, WMV, MP4, WebM and more
- Still formats: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, EXR, RAW, TIF, and more
- Audio formats: WAV, MP3, AIFF and more
- Import module is included for batch copying with optional transcoding of files (including Apple ProRes) onto TriCaster
- Export Media 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, MJPEG, MP4, H.264, MPEG-2, DVD, WebM, MOV and more
- Presets for external NLEs: Adobe Premiere, Avid MediaComposer, Apple FinalCut 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
- Timecode
- External LTC timecode input feeds on-screen monitoring, show clock and embedded per-frame time-code in recorded files
- Fail-Safe Multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe (audio and video)
- Accessory Options
- TriCaster 450 CS and TriCaster 850 TW
- TriCaster Virtual Set Editor,
- TriCaster LC-11 and TriCaster LiveText 2
- Tally
- DB 15 connector for 4 PGM row tally lights
- Form Factor
- 2U Rack Mount
FEATURES
TriCaster 450 EXTREME and the optional TriCaster 450 CS control surface give you ahands-on connection to live production. Source for source. Function for function. This14-channel, 2U rack mount HD portable live production system is designed to go on the road or in the rack. It has a slim new price, too. It features IsoCorder technology that lets you record up to four channels, simultaneously. You can even go wireless withApple AirPlay support and deliver video and audio from iOS devices, like iPad, iPod,and iPhone. iKnow. It's cool.
Powerful and compact, TriCaster 450 EXTREME lets you:
- Make changes on the fly with TriCaster 450 CS and control the media in your DDR with the TriCaster 850 TW
- Connect and Record up to four channels of video, simultaneously with IsoCorder technology
- Get up to 40 hours of HD recording
- Record in multiple formats and resolutions with adjustable audio headroom
- Go wireless with Apple AirPlay support from any iOS device to get instant compatibility with any AirPlay-enabled app
- Create full-color animation store transitions with embedded audio and alpha channel
- Get advanced audio control with an integrated compressor/limiter and seven-band equalizer
- Push one button to stream live in HD with simultaneous archive
- Configure, store and import your favorite streaming set-ups 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
- Have 24 HD live virtual sets and advanced matte generation
- 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
- Connect a projector or big screen for IMAG video output
- Use as a desktop or rack mount system
