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NewTek 3Play 3P1 - User Manual

NewTek 3Play 3P1
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Summary

1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 OVERVIEW

Provides a general overview of the NewTek 3Play system's capabilities and components.

3 SETTING UP

3.1 COMMAND AND CONTROL

Details the initial steps for connecting the monitor, mouse, and keyboard.

3.2 REGISTRATION

Explains the process for registering the 3Play system for warranty and support.

3.3 INPUT CONNECTIONS

Guides on connecting external audio and video sources to the 3Play backplate.

3.4 OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

Describes connecting downstream video devices and audio outputs.

3.5 STARTING A SESSION

Instructions on launching the 3Play system and initiating a session.

3.6 CONFIGURE VIDEO OUTPUTS

Details on setting up and configuring video outputs like Aux and Multiview.

3.7 CONFIGURE GENLOCK & FAILSAFE

Explains how to configure genlock synchronization and failsafe options.

3.8 CONFIGURE VIDEO INPUT

Guides on configuring connected video sources and their settings.

3.9 CONFIGURE AUDIO

Provides instructions for configuring audio input types and gain levels.

4 LIVE PRODUCTION WALKTHROUGH

4.1 CREATING A SESSION

Walkthrough of creating a new 3Play session and its initial setup.

4.2 THE REPLAY DESKTOP

Explores the main interface of the Replay Desktop for production control.

4.3 CHANNEL AND SOURCE DELEGATES

Details on assigning control and sources to output channels.

4.4 RECORD

Instructions on enabling and managing recording operations.

4.5 MARKING EVENTS

Guides on marking events using two-button and one-button methods.

4.7 MEMOS AND TAGGING

Explains how to add descriptive memos and tags to clips.

4.11 PREPARING A PLAY LIST

Covers adding, editing, and arranging clips in a playlist.

5 THE STARTUP SCREEN

5.1 INTRODUCTION TO SESSIONS

Introduces the concept and importance of sessions for production.

5.2 THE HOME PAGE

Describes the functions and options available on the Home page.

5.3 THE SESSION PAGE

Details the Session page for managing session files and settings.

6 THE REPLAY DESKTOP

6.1 OVERVIEW

Provides a top-level view of the Replay Desktop's layout and components.

6.3 CUSTOMIZING THE REPLAY DESKTOP

Explains options for personalizing the Replay Desktop interface.

6.4 DASHBOARD TOOLS

Details the various tools and information displayed in the Dashboard.

6.5 GRAB & RECORD

Describes the Grab feature for still images and recording video.

7 I;O CONFIGURATION

7.1 OUTPUT CONFIGURATION

Covers settings for output channels A and B, including Genlock & Failsafe.

7.2 INPUT CONFIGURATION

Details configuring video and audio inputs, including color balance.

7.3 TIMECODE CONFIGURATION

Explains how to configure timecode sources and display settings.

8 THE CONTROL SURFACE

8.1 DUAL CHANNEL REPLAY

Explains the dual channel architecture and delegates for replay.

8.3 SOURCE DELEGATES

Describes selecting sources (CLIP LIST, PLAY LIST, Live) for channels.

8.5 RECORD

Details the Record button functionality for capturing video and audio.

8.6 TRANSPORT

Covers fundamental playback controls like Play, Stop, Previous, and Next.

8.10 SET | IN;OUT

Explains the core function of marking events using In and Out points.

9 MONITORING

9.1 OVERLAY OPTIONS

Details various overlay options for operator reference purposes.

9.2 INPUT MONITORS

Describes the live input monitors and their titlebar features.

9.3 CHANNEL MONITORS (A, B)

Explains the output monitors for Channel A and B and their configuration.

10 RECORDING AND STORAGE

10.1 RECORD CONFIGURATION

Explains how to decide which inputs to capture and store.

10.2 STORAGE VOLUMES

Details managing storage volumes available for capture purposes.

10.3 RECORDING AND THE DESKTOP

Discusses recording status and how to distinguish captured sources.

10.4 GRAB

Describes the Grab feature for capturing still images.

11 THE CLIP LIST

11.1 TITLEBAR TOOLS

Covers tools and features in the CLIP LIST titlebar.

11.3 CLIP LIST TABLE FEATURES

Details the columns and features of the CLIP LIST table.

11.4 PLAYING CLIPS

Explains how to play clips from the CLIP LIST.

11.6 ADD TO PLAY LIST

Describes methods for adding clips to the PLAY LIST.

12 THE PLAY LIST

12.1 TITLEBAR TOOLS

Covers tools and features in the PLAY LIST titlebar.

12.3 PLAY LIST PREPARATION

Details preparing playlists by selecting, reordering, and editing clips.

12.5 PLAYBACK

Explains how to initiate and control PLAY LIST playback.

13 TAGS, SEARCH, & MORE

13.3 THE TAGS PANE

Explores the inner workings of the TAGS pane for metadata entry.

13.4 SEARCH

Details how to use search criteria to find specific clips and events.

13.5 IMPORT TAGS

Guides on importing tag data from external spreadsheet files.

14 TRANSITIONS

14.2 PROGRAM-PREVIEW TRANSITIONS

Describes using transitions in a program-preview workflow.

14.3 TRANSITION EFFECTS

Explains the two distinct types of transitional effects available.

15 DSKS (OVERLAYS)

15.2 SOURCE OPTIONS

Lists the various source options available for DSK channels.

15.3 CONFIGURATION

Details DSK layer settings including Fade, Position, and Edges.

16 EXPORT MEDIA

16.2 THE EXPORT MEDIA PANEL

Describes the panel for creating export queues and processing media.

17 MACROS AND AUTOMATION

17.1 SYSTEM MACROS

Explains the structure and management of system macros.

17.4 SHORTCUTS AND TRIGGERS

Details setting up macros with keystroke shortcuts and triggers.

17.6 NDI CONNECTIONS

Discusses utilizing NDI for system integration and control.

17.8 GPI CONTROLLERS

Explains how to configure and use GPI controllers for macro triggering.

17.9 EDITING MACROS

Guides on modifying existing macro steps using the Macro Editor.

APPENDIX A HOW DO I …?

A.1 CONNECTIONS

Answers common questions about connecting hardware and networks.

A.2 SESSIONS

Provides answers on session management tasks like deletion and renaming.

A.3 EVENTS AND RECORDING

Answers questions related to recording, marking, and playing events.

A.4 FILES

Addresses common queries regarding file management and import/export.

A.5 SOFTWARE, MAINTENANCE AND UPDATES

Covers performance improvement, updates, and system maintenance.

APPENDIX B KEYSTROKE SHORTCUTS

B.1 TABLES AND NAVIGATION

Lists keyboard shortcuts for navigating tables and lists.

B.2 EDIT LISTS;TEXT

Provides shortcuts for editing text and list entries.

B.3 MARKING

Lists keyboard shortcuts related to marking events and bookmarks.

B.4 SEARCHING

Lists keyboard shortcuts for search and go-to functions.

B.5 CONTROL

Lists keyboard shortcuts for channel and source control.

APPENDIX C RELIABILITY TESTING

Summary

1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL

2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 OVERVIEW

Provides a general overview of the NewTek 3Play system's capabilities and components.

3 SETTING UP

3.1 COMMAND AND CONTROL

Details the initial steps for connecting the monitor, mouse, and keyboard.

3.2 REGISTRATION

Explains the process for registering the 3Play system for warranty and support.

3.3 INPUT CONNECTIONS

Guides on connecting external audio and video sources to the 3Play backplate.

3.4 OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

Describes connecting downstream video devices and audio outputs.

3.5 STARTING A SESSION

Instructions on launching the 3Play system and initiating a session.

3.6 CONFIGURE VIDEO OUTPUTS

Details on setting up and configuring video outputs like Aux and Multiview.

3.7 CONFIGURE GENLOCK & FAILSAFE

Explains how to configure genlock synchronization and failsafe options.

3.8 CONFIGURE VIDEO INPUT

Guides on configuring connected video sources and their settings.

3.9 CONFIGURE AUDIO

Provides instructions for configuring audio input types and gain levels.

4 LIVE PRODUCTION WALKTHROUGH

4.1 CREATING A SESSION

Walkthrough of creating a new 3Play session and its initial setup.

4.2 THE REPLAY DESKTOP

Explores the main interface of the Replay Desktop for production control.

4.3 CHANNEL AND SOURCE DELEGATES

Details on assigning control and sources to output channels.

4.4 RECORD

Instructions on enabling and managing recording operations.

4.5 MARKING EVENTS

Guides on marking events using two-button and one-button methods.

4.7 MEMOS AND TAGGING

Explains how to add descriptive memos and tags to clips.

4.11 PREPARING A PLAY LIST

Covers adding, editing, and arranging clips in a playlist.

5 THE STARTUP SCREEN

5.1 INTRODUCTION TO SESSIONS

Introduces the concept and importance of sessions for production.

5.2 THE HOME PAGE

Describes the functions and options available on the Home page.

5.3 THE SESSION PAGE

Details the Session page for managing session files and settings.

6 THE REPLAY DESKTOP

6.1 OVERVIEW

Provides a top-level view of the Replay Desktop's layout and components.

6.3 CUSTOMIZING THE REPLAY DESKTOP

Explains options for personalizing the Replay Desktop interface.

6.4 DASHBOARD TOOLS

Details the various tools and information displayed in the Dashboard.

6.5 GRAB & RECORD

Describes the Grab feature for still images and recording video.

7 I;O CONFIGURATION

7.1 OUTPUT CONFIGURATION

Covers settings for output channels A and B, including Genlock & Failsafe.

7.2 INPUT CONFIGURATION

Details configuring video and audio inputs, including color balance.

7.3 TIMECODE CONFIGURATION

Explains how to configure timecode sources and display settings.

8 THE CONTROL SURFACE

8.1 DUAL CHANNEL REPLAY

Explains the dual channel architecture and delegates for replay.

8.3 SOURCE DELEGATES

Describes selecting sources (CLIP LIST, PLAY LIST, Live) for channels.

8.5 RECORD

Details the Record button functionality for capturing video and audio.

8.6 TRANSPORT

Covers fundamental playback controls like Play, Stop, Previous, and Next.

8.10 SET | IN;OUT

Explains the core function of marking events using In and Out points.

9 MONITORING

9.1 OVERLAY OPTIONS

Details various overlay options for operator reference purposes.

9.2 INPUT MONITORS

Describes the live input monitors and their titlebar features.

9.3 CHANNEL MONITORS (A, B)

Explains the output monitors for Channel A and B and their configuration.

10 RECORDING AND STORAGE

10.1 RECORD CONFIGURATION

Explains how to decide which inputs to capture and store.

10.2 STORAGE VOLUMES

Details managing storage volumes available for capture purposes.

10.3 RECORDING AND THE DESKTOP

Discusses recording status and how to distinguish captured sources.

10.4 GRAB

Describes the Grab feature for capturing still images.

11 THE CLIP LIST

11.1 TITLEBAR TOOLS

Covers tools and features in the CLIP LIST titlebar.

11.3 CLIP LIST TABLE FEATURES

Details the columns and features of the CLIP LIST table.

11.4 PLAYING CLIPS

Explains how to play clips from the CLIP LIST.

11.6 ADD TO PLAY LIST

Describes methods for adding clips to the PLAY LIST.

12 THE PLAY LIST

12.1 TITLEBAR TOOLS

Covers tools and features in the PLAY LIST titlebar.

12.3 PLAY LIST PREPARATION

Details preparing playlists by selecting, reordering, and editing clips.

12.5 PLAYBACK

Explains how to initiate and control PLAY LIST playback.

13 TAGS, SEARCH, & MORE

13.3 THE TAGS PANE

Explores the inner workings of the TAGS pane for metadata entry.

13.4 SEARCH

Details how to use search criteria to find specific clips and events.

13.5 IMPORT TAGS

Guides on importing tag data from external spreadsheet files.

14 TRANSITIONS

14.2 PROGRAM-PREVIEW TRANSITIONS

Describes using transitions in a program-preview workflow.

14.3 TRANSITION EFFECTS

Explains the two distinct types of transitional effects available.

15 DSKS (OVERLAYS)

15.2 SOURCE OPTIONS

Lists the various source options available for DSK channels.

15.3 CONFIGURATION

Details DSK layer settings including Fade, Position, and Edges.

16 EXPORT MEDIA

16.2 THE EXPORT MEDIA PANEL

Describes the panel for creating export queues and processing media.

17 MACROS AND AUTOMATION

17.1 SYSTEM MACROS

Explains the structure and management of system macros.

17.4 SHORTCUTS AND TRIGGERS

Details setting up macros with keystroke shortcuts and triggers.

17.6 NDI CONNECTIONS

Discusses utilizing NDI for system integration and control.

17.8 GPI CONTROLLERS

Explains how to configure and use GPI controllers for macro triggering.

17.9 EDITING MACROS

Guides on modifying existing macro steps using the Macro Editor.

APPENDIX A HOW DO I …?

A.1 CONNECTIONS

Answers common questions about connecting hardware and networks.

A.2 SESSIONS

Provides answers on session management tasks like deletion and renaming.

A.3 EVENTS AND RECORDING

Answers questions related to recording, marking, and playing events.

A.4 FILES

Addresses common queries regarding file management and import/export.

A.5 SOFTWARE, MAINTENANCE AND UPDATES

Covers performance improvement, updates, and system maintenance.

APPENDIX B KEYSTROKE SHORTCUTS

B.1 TABLES AND NAVIGATION

Lists keyboard shortcuts for navigating tables and lists.

B.2 EDIT LISTS;TEXT

Provides shortcuts for editing text and list entries.

B.3 MARKING

Lists keyboard shortcuts related to marking events and bookmarks.

B.4 SEARCHING

Lists keyboard shortcuts for search and go-to functions.

B.5 CONTROL

Lists keyboard shortcuts for channel and source control.

APPENDIX C RELIABILITY TESTING

NewTek 3Play 3P1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Recording Channels4
NetworkGigabit Ethernet
Recording ResolutionUp to 1080p60
Instant ReplayYes
Slow MotionYes
Multi-angle PlaybackYes
Playback Channels2
ControlWeb Interface
Supported Resolutions720p, 1080i, 1080p
Audio InputEmbedded in HD-SDI
Audio OutputEmbedded in HD-SDI
Recording FormatQuickTime
Video Input4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI