TriCaster TC1 Deluxe Power Bundle (TC1, NC2 I/O + 2-Stripe Panel)

NewTek TriCaster TC1 Technical Specifications

TriCaster TC1 Specifications and Details
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 Optionally supports up to 16 simultaneous 3G/HD/SD-SDI video inputs or quad-link 3G-SDI video inputs (4K UHD) via network integration with NewTek NC1 conversion modules. **Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL).
PTZ Camera Control	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.
Network Outputs	Ethernet port for HD streaming live to the Web, publishing to social media platforms, distributing content to servers and storage locations, and output to other TriCaster systems.
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.
Network Video Output	IP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for: 4x independent video mix outputs 1x 4K UHD video mix output
SDI Video Output	4x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for: 4x independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs 1x 4K UHD video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping
Streaming Output	2x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive.
Multiviewer Output	3x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions. 1x DVI user interface with multiviewer 1x HDMI multiviewer 1x DisplayPort multiviewer
Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)	4x M/E buses supporting video re-entry. 1x Mix/Effect channel per bus with support for up to 4 sources 4x KEY layers per bus 9x memory slots per bus 1x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus
Media Players	5x media players 2x DDR 2x GFX 1x Sound 15x Media Buffers 10x animation buffers 5x graphic buffers 30x clip players (available for use as transitions or media depending on function).
Keyers	Integrated LiveMatte chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses. 16x input keyers 4x media player keyers 4x M/E keyers 1x PREVIZ keyer 15x buffer keyers
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. 16x configurable COMP presets per bus
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, watchfiles, 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 Recording.
Recording	6x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder technology. 4x QuickTime archival video recorders (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode) 2x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles) 1x MP3 audio recorder
Internal Storage	2x 3TB internal drives 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
Screen Grabs	Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs.
Media 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, SDPs and 4x4x4 audio input routing.
Local Audio Input	4x SDI embedded 1x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line) 3x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)
Local Audio Output	4x SDI embedded 1x Balanced XLR stereo pair 1x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs 1x 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 support* for Dante networking protocol from Audinate. Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers*. Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately). **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.
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 to 1.5 frames.
A/V Standards	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.
Tally	Support for hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI, and Blackmagic Design SDI tally standard.
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.
Network Interface Cards	2x Gigabit NIC.

TriCaster TC1 Specifications and Details

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

* Optionally supports up to 16 simultaneous 3G/HD/SD-SDI video inputs or quad-link 3G-SDI video inputs (4K UHD) via network integration with NewTek NC1 conversion modules.

**Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL).

PTZ Camera Control

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.

Network Outputs

Ethernet port for HD streaming live to the Web, publishing to social media platforms, distributing content to servers and storage locations, and output to other TriCaster systems.

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.

Network Video Output

IP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for:

4x independent video mix outputs
1x 4K UHD video mix output

SDI Video Output

4x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:

4x independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs
1x 4K UHD video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping

Streaming Output

2x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive.

Multiviewer Output

3x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions.

1x DVI user interface with multiviewer
1x HDMI multiviewer
1x DisplayPort multiviewer

Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)

4x M/E buses supporting video re-entry.

1x Mix/Effect channel per bus with support for up to 4 sources
4x KEY layers per bus
9x memory slots per bus

1x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus

Media Players

5x media players

2x DDR
2x GFX
1x Sound

15x Media Buffers

10x animation buffers
5x graphic buffers

30x clip players (available for use as transitions or media depending on function).

Keyers

Integrated LiveMatte chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses.

16x input keyers
4x media player keyers
4x M/E keyers
1x PREVIZ keyer
15x buffer keyers

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.

16x configurable COMP presets per bus

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, watchfiles, 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 Recording.

Recording

6x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder technology.

4x QuickTime archival video recorders (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)
2x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
1x MP3 audio recorder

Internal Storage

2x 3TB internal drives

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

Screen Grabs

Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs.

Media 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, SDPs and 4x4x4 audio input routing.

Local Audio Input

4x SDI embedded
1x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)
3x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)

Local Audio Output

4x SDI embedded
1x Balanced XLR stereo pair
1x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs
1x 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 support* for Dante networking protocol from Audinate.
Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers**.

*Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately).

**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.

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 to 1.5 frames.

A/V Standards

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.

Tally

Support for hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI, and Blackmagic Design SDI tally standard.

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.

Network Interface Cards

2x Gigabit NIC.

Physical
TriCaster TC1 Size	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. TriCaster TC1 R3 (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.

Physical

TriCaster TC1 Size

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.

TriCaster TC1 R3 (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.

Subject to change without notice.
SD session format specifications vary.

NewTek TriCaster Control Panel Technical Specifications Comparison

With TriCaster TC1, you have your choice of companion control panels to suit your workflow, environment, and budget. The TriCaster TC1SP, 2-stripe, and 4-stripe control panels are expertly engineered to combine the comprehensive functionality, precision controls, premium hardware mechanics, and ergonomic design that operators need, with modern styling that appeals to clients and executives.

TriCaster TC1 Control Panel Comparison
Model	4-Stripe Control Panel	2-Stripe Control Panel	TC1SP Control Panel
Stripes	4x panel stripes	2x panel stripes	1.5x panel stripes
Source Buttons	72x switcher source buttons	64x switcher source buttons	14x switcher source buttons
Joystick	2x multi-mode joystick (3-axis)	1x multi-mode joystick (3-axis)	1x multi-mode joystick (3-axis)
T-Bars	4x multi-mode T-Bars	2x multi-mode T-Bars	1x multi-mode T-Bar
Connectivity	1 Gigabit NIC	1 Gigabit NIC	USB-B Connector
Physical	VMC1 4S chassis with 25W PSU 42.2 x 21.26 x 6.13 in (107.2 x 54.0 x 15.6 cm)	VMC1 2S chassis with 25W PSU 35.5 x 11.75 x 4.63 in (90.2 x 29.85 x 11.76 cm)	TriCaster TC1SP chassis 23.5 x 11.6 x 2.5 (59.7 x 29.5 x 6.4 cm)

TriCaster TC1 Control Panel Comparison

Model

4-Stripe Control Panel

2-Stripe Control Panel

TC1SP Control Panel

Stripes

4x panel stripes

2x panel stripes

1.5x panel stripes

Source Buttons

72x switcher source buttons

64x switcher source buttons

14x switcher source buttons

Joystick

2x multi-mode joystick (3-axis)

1x multi-mode joystick (3-axis)

T-Bars

4x multi-mode T-Bars

2x multi-mode T-Bars

1x multi-mode T-Bar

Connectivity

1 Gigabit NIC

USB-B Connector

Physical

VMC1 4S chassis with 25W PSU

42.2 x 21.26 x 6.13 in (107.2 x 54.0 x 15.6 cm)

VMC1 2S chassis with 25W PSU

35.5 x 11.75 x 4.63 in (90.2 x 29.85 x 11.76 cm)

TriCaster TC1SP chassis

23.5 x 11.6 x 2.5 (59.7 x 29.5 x 6.4 cm)

Subject to change without notice.

NewTek NC2 I/O NDI Studio Module Tech Specs

Video In

NDI^2,3, SRT, SDI, RTMP, RTSP

Video Out

NDI, SDI

IP I/O

Up to 8x

SDI I/O

Up to 8x via HD-BNC

4K UHD I/O SDI I/O

Up to 2x via 12G-SDI, 6G-SDI, or quad-link 3G-SDI

Media Playback Channels

Up to 8x

Recording Channels

Up to 8x SDI Inputs Only

Supported Video Formats

2160p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
1080i: 59.94, 50
720p: 59.94, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
576i: 50
480i: 59.94
1080p: 60, 59.94, 50
1080p/PsF: 30, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98
1080i: 30, 29.97, 25
720p: 60, 59.94, 50
576i: 25
480i: 29.97

Supported Media Formats

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

Audio I/O

Up to 8x SDI embedded

Audio Networking

Native support for network audio input and output via NDI^®
Embedded SDI audio supported for all NDI^® input and output video signals
Support¹ for Dante^™, AES67, and ASIO protocols via compatible audio drivers

Timecode

LTC and VITC

Signal Monitoring

Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709

A/V Standards

12G-SDI (ST 2082-10)
6G-SDI (ST 2081-10)
3G-SDI Level A (ST 425-1 Level A Mapping),
Quad Link 3G-SDI (ST 425-5),
HD-SDI (ST 292),
SD-SDI (ST 259)

Video Processing

Floating Point, YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4

Audio Processing

Floating Point, 96 kHz

Genlock

Reference input supporting SD (Bi-level), HD (Tri-level), or network (NDI) supported

Multiviewer

1x USB Type C

NIC

1 x 10 Gigabit NIC (10GBASE-T over RJ45)
1 x 1 Gigabit NIC (RJ45)

System Physical

H 1.88in (4.28cm) x W18.97in (48.2cm) x D22.73in (57.75cm) / 23.19in (58.91cm) with Bezel - Racking Kit Included
27.38lb / 12.42kg

^{¹Compatible audio drivers and/or virtual sound card licenses required (sold separately)}
^{²Up to two (2) channels of HEVC at 1080/59.94p decode supported}
^{³The specifications for decoding NDI|HX sources vary based on resolution and frame-rate. Please use NDI Tools line to add desired number of channels of NDI|HX sources at any resolution}

Subject to change without notice.

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