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A Transformative IP-Based Digital Media Production Solution
The TriCaster 2 Elite is a digital media production system with IP connectivity through NDI®. Moving beyond traditional live video production systems, the TriCaster 2 Elite provides an all-encompassing digital media environment for creating content for Internet, mobile, and television distribution.
Complete Digital Media Production
- Multi-channel recording
- Multi-channel remote guest conferencing
- Multi-angle instant replay functionality
- Packaging of media content with multi-cam acquisition
- Compositing of sophisticated static and animated graphics
- Advanced audio processing
- Input and output of video in non-standard aspect ratios, frame rates, and resolutions
- Deliver with up to 8 3G or 2 UHD configurable mix outputs
Limitless IP Processing
With NDI® video, audio, and data transmission over IP, enjoy near-zero latency and instant access to and seamless interchange with essentially unlimited IP sources from anywhere across the network in real time. Link multiple locations over IP to create sophisticated multi-system, multi-site workflows, supporting up to 32 video input sources and up to 48 output signals over IP, all independently configurable through software.
Interconnected Production
Inputs, outputs, and media assets are readily available and accessible by any user in any location on the network. Configure custom user interfaces accessible with LivePanel™. A comprehensive macro automation system automates settings and supports custom command sequences. Integrate production automation with Live Story Creator to run shows from formatted Microsoft Word scripts.
Distributed Operation
Use NDI® technology to move video, audio, and data from one TriCaster 2 Elite system to another. Encompass compatible systems, devices, and applications available to the network. Communicate with other systems and compatible edge devices over IP and become accessible for operation from any location on your network—even from multiple remote locations.
Key Benefits
- Unmatched Integration: Conference more remote callers into productions with multiple channels using various platforms like Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, FaceTime, Microsoft Teams™, Zoom Meetings™, Slack, Discord™, and more.
- Endlessly Creative: Full-motion composition engine for advanced DVE motion sequences and animated effects, keying on TriCaster to feed graphics or real-time 3D creation tools, and rich multi-channel titling and graphics system.
- Epic Scale: Scalable live video mixing of up to 60 source channels, flexible multi-destination delivery, powerful multi-bus mix effects, and superior stored media playback capabilities.
- Advanced IP: Native integration of NDI® for video, audio, and data transmission over IP with near-zero latency, supporting up to 32 external inputs and 48 output signals over IP.
Additional Capabilities
- Live Call Connect: Seamlessly integrates video calls from multiple sources like Microsoft Teams™, Zoom Meetings™, Slack, and more, directly into your production.
- Live Story Creator: Script-based automation using Microsoft Word® documents to run shows with built-in teleprompter control.
- LiveGraphics™: Easily create and use sophisticated graphics and titles with real-time motion graphics integration.
- Advanced Audio Mixing: Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with advanced features such as routing, DSPs, and support for Dante™ and AES67.
- NDI® KVM: Full control over your TriCaster from any compatible device, anywhere on your network.
- Virtual PTZ: Pan, tilt, and zoom effects on static camera shots to create compelling productions without moving cameras.
TriCaster 2 Elite Inputs and Live Call Connect
TriCaster 2 Elite Production Capabilities
TriCaster 2 Elite Outputs and AV Routing
Video Input
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32 x simultaneous external video
inputs, supporting any combination of compatible sources in resolutions up to
UHD at frame rates up to 60fps (2160p 59.94)
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Network Video Input
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32 x IP inputs via NDI®,
resolution-independent, with support for key and fill
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SDI Video Input1
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8 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI
connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats,
resolutions, and frame rates
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1080p:
59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
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1080i:
59.94, 50
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720p:
59.94, 29.97, 25
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576i 50
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480i
59.94
1 Optionally
supports up to 32 simultaneous 3G/HD/SD-SDI video inputs
or quad-link 3G-SDI video inputs (4K UHD) via network integration with NewTek
NC1 conversion modules
2 Available
frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL)
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PTZ
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Support for up to 32 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ)
robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422 and
IP
, with integrated controls and
preset system
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Conference Calling
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Support for multiple
simultaneous video call inputs with
Microsoft Skype™, Microsoft Teams™, Zoom Meetings™, GoToMeeting™,
Discord™, and Tencent™
software integration
using the Live Call Connect feature,
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Video Output
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Configurable for up to 8 independent HD or 2 UHD video mix
outputs, with simultaneous delivery via IP and SDI
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Network Video Output
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48 x IP outputs via NDI®
(HD and SD sessions only)
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8 x
video mix outputs in resolutions up to 1080p at frame rates up to 60fps
(1080p 59.94) or 2 x UHD video mix outputs at up to 60 frames per second
(2160p 59.94)
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8 x
direct IP source outputs via NDI® translation of local SDI inputs or 2 x upconverted
UHD outputs at up to 60 frames per second (2160p 59.94)
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4 x
direct IP source outputs via NDI
® translation of media players,
with support for embedded alpha channel
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15 x
direct IP source outputs via NDI
® translation of media buffers,
with support for embedded alpha channel
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3x
Multiviewer outputs (if 3 monitors are connected). 4K support on 2x
Multiviewer outputs while the 3
rd outputs in HD
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1x User
Interface with dedicated multiviewer
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1x
teleprompter output (LiveStory™ Creator)
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8 x selectable
IP outputs via internal NDI® matrix router
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SDI Video Output
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8 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:
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8 x
independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs supporting standard NTSC and PAL
formats, resolutions, and frame rates
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2 x UHD
video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping, supporting frame rates up to
60fps (2160p 59.94)
3 Available frame rates determined by session video
standard (NTSC or PAL)
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Stream Output
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2 x
resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable,
with simultaneous stream recording.
Support for SRT
streaming has been enabled.
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Multiviewer Output
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4 x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display
resolutions, using any combination of available connections. Support for 4K
on 2x DisplayPorts
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1 x
HDMI
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3 x
DisplayPort
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Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)
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8
x M/E buses supporting video re-entry
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1 x Mix/Effect channel
per bus with support for up to 4 sources
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4 x KEY layers per bus
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9 x memory slots per
bus
1
x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus
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DSK Channels
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4 x DSK channels
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Media
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5 x media players
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4 x DDR
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1 x
Sound
15 x media buffers
- 10 x animation buffers with GIF
support
- 5 x graphic buffers
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Keyers
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Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and
luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses
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32 x
input keyers
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4 x
media player keyers
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8 x M/E
keyers
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1 x
PREVIZ keyer
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15 x
buffer keyers
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COMPs
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Integrated video
composition engine on the switcher and each M/E bus to create, store, and
apply layer configurations and DVE-style motion sequences
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16 x
configurable COMP presets per bus
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Virtual Sets
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Integrated LiveSet™ technology with
30+ live virtual sets and box effects included
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DataLink
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Integrated 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
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Macros
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Record, store, edit and automate commands and
user-configured operation sequences
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Attach
to control panel buttons, keyboard shortcuts, hotspots, MIDI and X-keys
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buttons or GPI triggers
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Attach
to internal events and state changes, including audio, media playback, tally
and specific switcher actions
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Supports
control via web-based interface
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Recording
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32 x total video
recording channels
- 8 x
configurable M/E channels for HD or 2 x for UHD
- 8 x physical
SDI inputs
- 4 x DDR’s
- 2 x streaming
encoders
- Support for growing
file playback from DDR’s
- Instant Replay
capability on each input
- 32 x total
configurable inputs
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Storage
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1 x 4TB SSD internal storage
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Quantity
varies by format, resolution and file specification
- Supports
recording to external storage via 7 USB 3.2 type A, and 1 USB 3.2 type
C, 1 USB 2.0 2(Gen2, Type A)
- Supports
shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
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Grab
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Grab full resolution,
deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs
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Export
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Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local
or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding
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Audio
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16 channels of audio passthrough
Integrated multi-channel
audio mixer with support for 8-channel audio, DSPs and 4x8x8 audio input
routing
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Local Audio Input
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8 x SDI embedded
1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)
3 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)
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Local Audio Output
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8 x SDI Embedded
1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair
1 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pair
1 x Stereo 1/4" (phones)
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Network Audio
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Native
support for network audio input and output via NDI
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Embedded
audio supported for all NDI
®input and output video signals
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Integrated
support
5 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®
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Support
for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers
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5 Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from
Audinate (sold separately)
6 Requires third-party virtual sound card license
(sold separately)
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Supported Media File Formats
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Import, store, and play
back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including:
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Video:
AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG,
MP4, WMV, WebM, and more
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Image:
PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP, and more
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Audio:
AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more
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Monitoring
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Support for up to 4 multiviewer displays with
configurable workspaces and viewports. Support for 4K on 2 multiviewers while
the other 2 multiviewers output in HD.
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Signal Monitoring
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Integrated waveform and
vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support
for ITU-R Rec. 709
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Processing
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Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4
Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
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Throughput Latency
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~1.0-1.5 frames
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A/V Standards
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UHD
video conforms to SMPTE 2036 (UHDTV1 using Square Division Quad Split)
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3G-SDI
video conforms to SMPTE 424M (Level A)
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HD-SDI
video conforms to SMPTE 292M
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SD
video conforms to SMPTE 259M and ITU-R BT.656
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Analog
audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155
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Tally
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Support for hardware
tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI
®, and
Blackmagic Design
® SDI tally standard
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Genlock
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Genlock input supporting SD (Bi-level) or HD (Tri-level)
reference signals
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GPI
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Supports GPI signals via
JLCooper Electronics eBox GPI interface
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MIDI
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Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party
device control
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System Drive
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250GB SSD
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NIC
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1 x 10
Gigabit SFP NIC
7 Intel® Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X520
10Gbps PCI Express
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1 x 1
Gigabit NIC
7 Requires customer-supplied copper or optical SFP’s
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System Physical
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3RU chassis with 650W
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
- 34 lbs (15 kg)
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Subject to change
without notice.
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