Newtek Tricaster XD40

Interface

Tricaster 40 user interface

Live Desktop Monitors
Preview internal and external video sources in real time, with built-in audio meters.
Network Sources
Share computer screens or displays from wireless Apple® AirPlay® devices, like iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod®, connected to the same local network as TriCaster.
DDR (Digital Disk Recorder)
Load and playback your own stored video clips, video packages and pre-produced motion graphics in a wide range of media file formats.
Graphics
Add titles, images and graphics to your show, importing your own original designs or choosing from a variety of included templates.
Preview Monitor
View the source selected on the Preview row, which becomes the video output upon pressing Take for a cut, or pressing Auto for a transition.
Program Monitor
View the source selected on the Program row, which is also the video output signal for broadcast, live stream, projector and/or record.
Recording
Capture your live production as a full resolution video file to show later or save for your archive.
Live Streaming
Launch live streaming video of your show to the Web at the touch of a button. TriCaster 40 includes presets for the most common streaming profiles, in resolutions up to 720p.
Live Production Switcher
Switch between 14 video channels, including external video and network sources, internal media sources, and virtual inputs.
Transitions
Use dynamic effects to change shots and apply graphics. Independent settings for each video layer let you mix and match transitions for the base video and both downstream keys.
Virtual Inputs
Setup virtual sets, layer live elements, create picture-in-picture effects, and more, from any available live and stored video sources, and assign the composite effect to a single switcher button.
Live Virtual Sets
Get the look of a network-style studio with built-in virtual sets in a variety of styles and settings. Sets include multiple angles, virtual camera shot presets and animated zoom control for realistic presentation.
Multi-Channel Audio Mixer
Enjoy clear, crisp audio with adjustable audio controls for internal and external sources, plus stream and master outputs.

TriCaster™ 40 Tech Specs

Switcher Channels	14 – 6 external, 4 internal, 4 virtual inputs
Video Input	4 simultaneous live video sources, in any combination of HD Component, SD Component, Y/C or Composite and supported resolutions - Each input includes integrated frame synchronizer - Independent keying, cropping and Proc Amp controls per input - BNC connectivity
Network Sources	2 simultaneous live sources via Gigabit connection, selectable from any networked computer or Apple® AirPlay® device - Independent keying, cropping and Proc Amp controls per input
Media	3 integrated digital media sources for video and graphics: DDR and GFX x 2 - Independent keying, cropping and Proc Amp controls per media source
Virtual Inputs	4 independent, mix/effect-style channels supporting multi-source compositions, virtual sets, double-box effects and more - 3 configurable sources per channel, each with independent positioning, scaling and cropping, including upstream keyer with DVE and transition controls
Downstream Key	2 downstream keyers, each with independent DVE, transition controls, positioning and scaling
Video Layers	Up to 5 layers on-screen simultaneously
Virtual Sets	24 HD live virtual sets, with multiple camera angles, real-time reflections, specular highlights, animated zoom and presets
Video Output	A/V output signal through up to 5 output connections - 2 x Analog BNC configurable for Component or Y/C + Composite (Program and SD-only AUX) - Network output for live streaming
Recording	Native recording in resolutions up to 1080i Encoded as QuickTime® or Web-quality H.264
Recording Capacity	Accommodates ~ 20 hours 1080i or ~ 120 hours 480i via internal drive in QuickTime format - Capacity expandable using external media drives
Live Streaming	HD live streaming via Adobe® Flash® or Microsoft® Windows Media® Push/Pull
Audio Inputs	1/4" Mono (Mic) RCA x 2 Stereo L/R (Line)
Audio Outputs	RCA x 2 Stereo L/R 1/4" Stereo (phones)
Audio Mixing	Integrated multi-channel audio mixer for internal and external audio sources, output, stream and headphones
Supported Formats	NTSC: 1080i, 720p, 480i (16:9), 480i (4:3)
Playback Media Formats	AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG (1, 2, all profiles, program or transport streams), MP4, WMV, WebM, PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, EXR, RAW, TIF, AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more, with Import Media application for batch import with optional transcoding of files (including Apple ProRes)
Processing	Video: 4:4:4:4, 32-bit Floating Point Audio: 2 channels, 96 kHz, 32-bit Floating Point
System Physical	10.4 x 8.5 x 17.5 in

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