Newtek Tricaster 455

Live Desktop Monitors
Select from a variety of layouts for previewing production sources. Full field rate displays include audio VU meter overlays and alpha channel transparency checkerboard.
Network Sources
Share computer screens or displays from wireless Apple® AirPlay® devices, like iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod®, connected to the same local network. TriCaster 455 also accepts network output signals from NewTek 3Play™ systems and TriCaster 8000 systems.
Look-Ahead Preview Monitor
Setup and preview your next shot before it goes live, including any titles and overlays to be applied.
Program Monitor
View the primary video output being broadcast, streamed, projected and/or recorded.
Recording
Capture video from up to four individual sources simultaneously with integrated IsoCorder™ multi-track, multi-format recording technology. Files are recorded at native resolution and compatible with every major non-linear editing application, computer operating system and media sharing website.
Live Streaming
Launch live streaming video of your show to the Web with simultaneous archive, at the touch of a button. TriCaster 455 includes presets for the most common streaming profiles, in resolutions up to 720p, with support for custom multi-bitrate stream profiles.
Live Production Switcher
Control all 14 channels, including external video and network sources, virtual inputs, and internal media sources.
Utility Row
Select sources directly from the switcher for the FX bus, DSK channels and AUX output.
Utility Delegate
Set the Utility Row to send video and graphics to the FX bus, DSKs or AUX output.
Virtual Inputs
Mix multi-source compositions or create complex video effects and assign to a single button. TriCater 455 includes four fully configurable virtual inputs, each with multiple presets.
Transition Controls
Dictate the flow of shots, transitions and effects, with control over the primary video layer and DSK channels.
TransWarp Effects
Supported on every available effects channel, the TransWarp effects engine is simply the most powerful integrated effects system in live production. TriCaster 455 electrifies live video, DSKs and overlays with full-color animation store transitions, complete with embedded audio and 3D warping of video. The integrated Animation Store Creator application also allows you to build custom transitions and effects, with eye-catching visuals like real-time cloth dynamics, 3D transformations and motion overlays.
Live Virtual Sets
Get the look of a network-style studio, complete with real-time reflections and specular highlights. TriCaster 455 includes 24 HD virtual sets in a variety of styles and settings, each with multiple angles, virtual camera shot presets and animated zoom control. Select sets also feature double-box effects.
Virtual Input Panel
Select two primary switcher sources, create a mix/effect-style composition, and use additional source as an overlay. Configure virtual sets, layer live elements, set upstream picture-in-picture effects, and more.
DDRs
Load and playback video clips, packages and motion graphics. TriCaster 455 offers native support for an extensive range of file formats, allowing you to work with essentially any media asset you're given.
Graphics
Display images, apply titles or present static graphics. Choose from and edit templates in a variety of styles and designs, or import your own graphics for a custom-branded live production.
Multi-Channel Audio Mixer
Deliver pristine sound with adjustable audio controls for internal and external sources, plus outputs, including audio-follows-video, sub-mix routing, and a seven-band equalizer and compressor/limiter on every source and output. Touchscreen remote control is also in the mix, via the companion iPad audio mixing app.

Switcher Channels	14 – 6 external, 4 internal, 4 virtual inputs
Video Input	4 simultaneous live video sources, in any combination of HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Y/C (BNC) or Composite connections and resolutions
Network Sources	2 live sources via Gigabit connection, selectable from any networked computer or Apple® AirPlay® device
Media	5 integrated digital media sources for video, graphics and sounds
Frame Buffer	5 channels for static graphics or watch folder
Virtual Inputs	4 independent, mix/effect-style channels, with transitions and per-source 3D positioning, scaling and cropping
DSKs	2 primary DSK channels and dedicated upstream overlay per virtual input, each with independent transition controls, 3D positioning, scaling, cropping and integrated TransWarp effects
Effects and Transitions	Integrated TransWarp effects engine on all effects channels supports standard transitions, customizable animation store transitions with audio, and overlay effects Animation Store Creator for custom animations Supports per-pixel alpha blending between sources and real-time 3D warping of video or graphics
Virtual Sets	24 HD live virtual sets, with multiple camera angles, real-time reflections, specular highlights, animated zoom and presets
Video Output	Up to 4 output connections and 2 independent A/V output signals Mix and match output formats, connection types, resolutions and aspect ratios HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Y/C (BNC) or Composite HDMI, DVI and VGA output for displays or projector Network output for live streaming
Recording	Multi-track, multi-format recording of up to 4 simultaneous channels via IsoCorder™ technology Native recording in up to 1080p with timecode
Recording Capacity	~ 20 hours 1080i or ~ 120 hours 480i 4 trayless SATA III removable drive bays with hot-swap support for unlimited storage and backup
Live Streaming	HD live streaming via Gigabit connection, with presets in up to 720p, supporting most common streaming profiles and custom multi-bitrate streaming profiles, configured via browser based plug-ins, Adobe® Flash® to Flash media server connections or Microsoft® Windows Media® Push/Pull Streaming Profile Manager with integrated Web browser and integrated Livestream® plug-in
Audio Inputs	4 SDI Embedded 3 x 2 Balanced 1/4” (Mic/Line) 1 x 2 Balanced XLR (Mic/Line) Analog audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155 Phantom Power Support
Audio Outputs	2 SDI Embedded 1 x 2 Balanced XLR 1 x 2 Balanced 1/4” (AUX) 1 Stereo 1/4” (phones)
Audio Mixing	Integrated multi-channel audio mixer for internal and external audio sources, outputs, stream and headphones Seven-band equalizer and full stereo compressor/limiter per input and output Digital audio inputs equipped with audio time-base synchronizers Supports iPad® audio mixing app for touchscreen remote control of audio mixer
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
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) NewTek SpeedHQ codecs for Mac and PC for extended file compatibility with TriCaster and system applications
Export Media Formats	Export media application for batch copying with optional transcoding of files to compatible formats for different applications and devices: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVD, H.264, MOV, MPEG-2, MJPEG, MP4, WebM and more Presets for NLEs: Adobe Premiere®, Avid® Media Composer®, Apple® Final Cut Pro®, and more Presets for mobile platforms: Android®, iPad®, iPhone®, iPod Touch® and more
Monitoring	Selectable layouts for user interface and multiview preview displays
Signal Monitoring	Integrated Waveform and Vectorscope, full field rate with color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 601 and 709
Processing	Video: 4:4:4:4, 32-bit Floating Point Audio: 4 channels, 96 kHz, 32-bit Floating Point
Physical	2U Rack Mount, with 430W power supply and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe 19 x 3.5 x 22.5 in / 28 lbs (48.3 x 8.9 x 57.2 cm / 12.7 kg)

TriCaster 455 - Interface

TriCaster 455 - Tech Specs