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Provides a quick tour of the major components and capabilities of the TriCaster system.
Describes the Startup Screen as the command center for initiating TriCaster operations.
Introduces the Live Desktop as the primary interface for accessing TriCaster's live production features.
Details the rugged design, storage, and accessible audio/video/network connectors.
Lists supported video sources, formats, and output capabilities including SDI and analog.
Explains the different monitor views available: All Monitors, External, Internal, Switcher, and Scopes.
Describes Proc Amp for image fidelity and the 22-channel Switcher for source selection.
Details transition types like FTB, T-Bar, and the dual-channel Overlay system.
Covers recording, web streaming, and the multi-channel audio control interface.
Discusses Media Players, Keying, Virtual Sets (LiveSet), and Virtual Inputs.
Introduces LiveText for titling and SpeedEDIT for video editing.
Details connecting external monitors, mouse, keyboard, and power.
Guides through the initial Windows activation and setup process.
Explains the End User License Agreement and the registration process (online and phone).
Covers connecting A/V sources, Genlock, and various output configurations.
Guides on powering up the TriCaster and navigating the Startup Screen to begin a session.
Guides on creating a session and importing media files for production.
Explains monitoring outputs like Program and All Monitors, and navigating the Live Desktop.
Details controls for Mute, Mono, Balance, Talk, Follow, Pan, and Trim for audio sources.
Covers connecting network sources using iVGA clients and LiveText.
Explains Switcher rows, transition types, and using overlay channels.
Details using DDRs, Stills, and Title players, including playlists and transport controls.
Covers LiveMatte chromakeying, Virtual Inputs, and LiveSet virtual sets.
Explains Frame Buffers, network sharing, and TriCaster streaming configurations.
Describes the Home page for creating and managing sessions, including New and Open options.
Details options available on the Session Page: Live, Graphics, Edit, and Manage.
Covers utilities like Update TriCaster, Defragment Hard Drive, and Restore TriCaster.
Outlines screen resolution needs and the three-band layout of the Live Desktop.
Explains options for tweaking the user interface, including Desktop Options and Renaming inputs.
Details various monitors (Program, All, External, Internal, Switcher, Scopes) and titlebar information.
Covers Proc Amp, SD Analog Connections, Multiview, and Genlock settings for outputs.
Details Connection Type, Act as Alpha, Proc Amp, and LiveMatte & Crop for inputs.
Guides on setting up network sources using iVGA clients and LiveText.
Explains Pull, Push streaming, on-demand vs. live, and bandwidth considerations.
Provides guidance on testing streams, ping tests, and troubleshooting network issues.
Details the Record function, configuration options, and quality settings.
Explains the Grab feature for capturing still images from program output.
Describes the FX, Program, and Preview rows and their source selection functions.
Details Take, Transition, FTB, T-Bar, and Transition Selector functions.
Covers two overlay channels, source selection, transparency, position, and effects.
Introduces DDRs, Still, Title, and Sounds players for media integration.
Explains playlist management, file operations, Scrub-Bar, and alpha channel support.
Details the Media Browser, Location List, File Pane, and playback controls.
Covers Frame Buffers for alternate sources and editing title pages.
Explains the chromakeying process and its use in video production.
Details Matte controls (Color, Tolerance, Smoothness, Luma Limit) and fine-tuning tips.
Covers controls for removing key color spill and unwanted image elements.
Discusses combining images and practical staging advice for LiveMatte.
Introduces Virtual Inputs as multi-source compositions and their connection to LiveSet.
Guides on selecting LiveSets, assigning video sources, and using Zoom Presets and T-Bar.
Details controls for positioning inputs and animating zoom effects within LiveSets.
Covers controls for external audio sources and internal audio like Media Players.
Details connection types, microphone controls (Trim, Lock), and Follow, Mono, Solo switches.
Explains controls for Master, Phones, Aux, and Stream audio outputs, including presets.
Guides on launching SpeedEDIT projects and understanding session settings for output.
Explains launching LiveText projects and its session settings for output.
Provides answers to common questions regarding connecting cameras, monitors, and networks.
Covers starting, working with, backing up, restoring, deleting, renaming, and duplicating sessions.
Addresses common live production questions like initiating streaming and recording programs.
Guides on managing, importing, exporting, and preparing files for TriCaster.
Covers improving performance, updating software, and installing protection.
Details registration, technical support, accessing Windows, and adding streaming profiles.
Addresses common issues like latency, audio sync, power supply beeps, and thumbnail icons.
Emphasizes testing and discusses iVGA resource requirements and performance.
Explains IMAG applications, latency concepts, and sources of delay.
Covers calibrating cameras and other sources using waveform and vectorscope monitors.
Guides on calibrating computer and program output monitors for accurate display.
Lists keyboard shortcuts for Switcher, T-Bar, and Virtual Input operations.
Provides shortcuts for Record, Grab, switching between tabs, and player controls.
Lists general shortcuts for selection, navigation, and miscellaneous operations.
Outlines applicable standards for temperature, humidity, vibration, and discharge testing.
Provides a quick tour of the major components and capabilities of the TriCaster system.
Describes the Startup Screen as the command center for initiating TriCaster operations.
Introduces the Live Desktop as the primary interface for accessing TriCaster's live production features.
Details the rugged design, storage, and accessible audio/video/network connectors.
Lists supported video sources, formats, and output capabilities including SDI and analog.
Explains the different monitor views available: All Monitors, External, Internal, Switcher, and Scopes.
Describes Proc Amp for image fidelity and the 22-channel Switcher for source selection.
Details transition types like FTB, T-Bar, and the dual-channel Overlay system.
Covers recording, web streaming, and the multi-channel audio control interface.
Discusses Media Players, Keying, Virtual Sets (LiveSet), and Virtual Inputs.
Introduces LiveText for titling and SpeedEDIT for video editing.
Details connecting external monitors, mouse, keyboard, and power.
Guides through the initial Windows activation and setup process.
Explains the End User License Agreement and the registration process (online and phone).
Covers connecting A/V sources, Genlock, and various output configurations.
Guides on powering up the TriCaster and navigating the Startup Screen to begin a session.
Guides on creating a session and importing media files for production.
Explains monitoring outputs like Program and All Monitors, and navigating the Live Desktop.
Details controls for Mute, Mono, Balance, Talk, Follow, Pan, and Trim for audio sources.
Covers connecting network sources using iVGA clients and LiveText.
Explains Switcher rows, transition types, and using overlay channels.
Details using DDRs, Stills, and Title players, including playlists and transport controls.
Covers LiveMatte chromakeying, Virtual Inputs, and LiveSet virtual sets.
Explains Frame Buffers, network sharing, and TriCaster streaming configurations.
Describes the Home page for creating and managing sessions, including New and Open options.
Details options available on the Session Page: Live, Graphics, Edit, and Manage.
Covers utilities like Update TriCaster, Defragment Hard Drive, and Restore TriCaster.
Outlines screen resolution needs and the three-band layout of the Live Desktop.
Explains options for tweaking the user interface, including Desktop Options and Renaming inputs.
Details various monitors (Program, All, External, Internal, Switcher, Scopes) and titlebar information.
Covers Proc Amp, SD Analog Connections, Multiview, and Genlock settings for outputs.
Details Connection Type, Act as Alpha, Proc Amp, and LiveMatte & Crop for inputs.
Guides on setting up network sources using iVGA clients and LiveText.
Explains Pull, Push streaming, on-demand vs. live, and bandwidth considerations.
Provides guidance on testing streams, ping tests, and troubleshooting network issues.
Details the Record function, configuration options, and quality settings.
Explains the Grab feature for capturing still images from program output.
Describes the FX, Program, and Preview rows and their source selection functions.
Details Take, Transition, FTB, T-Bar, and Transition Selector functions.
Covers two overlay channels, source selection, transparency, position, and effects.
Introduces DDRs, Still, Title, and Sounds players for media integration.
Explains playlist management, file operations, Scrub-Bar, and alpha channel support.
Details the Media Browser, Location List, File Pane, and playback controls.
Covers Frame Buffers for alternate sources and editing title pages.
Explains the chromakeying process and its use in video production.
Details Matte controls (Color, Tolerance, Smoothness, Luma Limit) and fine-tuning tips.
Covers controls for removing key color spill and unwanted image elements.
Discusses combining images and practical staging advice for LiveMatte.
Introduces Virtual Inputs as multi-source compositions and their connection to LiveSet.
Guides on selecting LiveSets, assigning video sources, and using Zoom Presets and T-Bar.
Details controls for positioning inputs and animating zoom effects within LiveSets.
Covers controls for external audio sources and internal audio like Media Players.
Details connection types, microphone controls (Trim, Lock), and Follow, Mono, Solo switches.
Explains controls for Master, Phones, Aux, and Stream audio outputs, including presets.
Guides on launching SpeedEDIT projects and understanding session settings for output.
Explains launching LiveText projects and its session settings for output.
Provides answers to common questions regarding connecting cameras, monitors, and networks.
Covers starting, working with, backing up, restoring, deleting, renaming, and duplicating sessions.
Addresses common live production questions like initiating streaming and recording programs.
Guides on managing, importing, exporting, and preparing files for TriCaster.
Covers improving performance, updating software, and installing protection.
Details registration, technical support, accessing Windows, and adding streaming profiles.
Addresses common issues like latency, audio sync, power supply beeps, and thumbnail icons.
Emphasizes testing and discusses iVGA resource requirements and performance.
Explains IMAG applications, latency concepts, and sources of delay.
Covers calibrating cameras and other sources using waveform and vectorscope monitors.
Guides on calibrating computer and program output monitors for accurate display.
Lists keyboard shortcuts for Switcher, T-Bar, and Virtual Input operations.
Provides shortcuts for Record, Grab, switching between tabs, and player controls.
Lists general shortcuts for selection, navigation, and miscellaneous operations.
Outlines applicable standards for temperature, humidity, vibration, and discharge testing.
| Networking | Gigabit Ethernet |
|---|---|
| Video Inputs | 8 x HD-SDI |
| Video Outputs | 4 x HD/SD SDI |
| Streaming | Yes |
| Recording | Yes |
| Mix/Effects Buses | 4 M/E |
| Supported Resolutions | 1080p, 1080i, 720p |
| Control Surface | Optional |
| Frame Rates | 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 |
| MultiViewer Outputs | 2 |
| Power Supply | AC 100-240V |